Traditional Factories Have Data Needs Too by Omron
May 19, 2022
May 19, 2022
The Ontario government is supporting an investment of nearly $5.5 million by three companies in Eastern Ontario to help strengthen local manufacturing, create jobs, attract investment and boost regional economic recovery. The province is investing nearly $633,000 through the Regional Development Program, which will help create 20 jobs.“The Regional Development Program continues to support local manufacturers through targeted investments that allow businesses to create good local jobs,” said Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade. “We thank Kawartha Metals, Colonial Concepts Log & Timberframe and Bélair Mechatronics for making a significant impact in their communities and for contributing to our province’s dynamic and growing manufacturing sector.”
Universal Robots, which has just released its Q3 results for 2021, has reported record quarterly revenue of USD 78 million, up 46% on last year’s Q3 revenue and 31% up from its pre-pandemic Q3 revenue of 2019.
As machines become more connected, the need to service equipment remotely is escalating. Production is often running 24/7 and manufacturers expect immediate action from machine specialists. Not having a remote solution creates challenges like high travel costs, whereas some remote solutions cause a loss of data control and increase vulnerability. Omron’s secure remote access IoT gateway is one of the most advanced, turnkey solutions you will find on the market today, and it addresses multiple weak spots in competing solutions Omron looks at some of the concerns that this technology can help.
July 6, 2023 By Krystie Johnston Siemens Canada recently completed their “Automate the Future Tour.” This cross-Canada tour showcased the most recent innovations in manufacturing and process technologies. Customers were invited to explore and engage with all aspects of factory automation, motion, and process automation solutions that are transforming operations and helping companies succeed in…
June 1, 2023 Disconnect switches are essential safety devices that play a critical role in electrical circuitry, both in industrial settings and in everyday life. These switches are designed to ensure the safe de-energization of electrical circuits during emergency stoppages, maintenance, or repairs. ABB, a leading global technology company, offers a wide range of high-quality…
June 12, 2023 Many applications in the life science, food and commodity, and other industries require small-form-factor smart cameras to be embedded within a machine. Understandably OEMs with s such needs are looking for smart camera technology that can fit in cramped spaces without sacrificing power or quality. Omron’s new F440, which is the latest…
May 7, 2024 In today’s fast-paced industrial landscape, efficiency and reliability are paramount. Manufacturers are constantly seeking innovative solutions to optimize their processes and minimize downtime. Omron, a leader in industrial automation, has recently unveiled its latest Fiber Optic Amplifier which addresses critical market problems, and improves the way industrial sensing is approached. This blog… Read More…
May 7, 2024 In the dynamic realm of electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing, ensuring the utmost quality and reliability of circuit boards is of paramount importance. Omron, a pioneering force in automaton technology, has developed the VT-X850, an innovative CT X_Ray inspection system tailored specifically for EV SMT (surface mount technology) assembly This state-of-the-art machine offers… Read More…
In today’s fast-paced manufacturing and logistics industries, the need for efficient and flexible material movement solutions has never been greater. Traditional methods like conveyor systems, forklifts, and manual pushcarts have served us well, but they come with limitations.
That’s why Omron is thrilled to announce the launch of their game-changing MD Series of Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs). Read more
May 9, 2024 Production facilities are increasingly the targets of cyberattacks. Industrial companies are therefore required to identify and close potential vulnerabilities in their systems. To address the need to identify cybersecurity vulnerabilities on the shop floor as quickly as possible, Siemens has launched a new cybersecurity software-as-a-service. The cloud-based SINEC Security Guard offers automated… Read More…
May 9, 2024 Comau Presents Its New S-Family of Small, Fast and Element-Resistant “Hollow Wrist” Industrial Robots Comau debuts its new S-Family of small yet powerful robots at Automate 2024, North America’s leading automation show. The first two high-speed robots, with payloads of 13 kg and up to 18 kg, are expressly indicated for assembly,… Read More…