• ATS Industrial Automation Expands Cambridge Footprint to Support Continued Growth

    ATS Industrial Automation Expands Cambridge Footprint to Support Continued Growth

    ATS Industrial Automation is expanding its Cambridge operations with the opening of a new facility at 255 Intermarket Road, a strategic move that reflects growing customer demand. The new building adds 125,000 square feet to the company’s local footprint, including 85,000 square feet of dedicated project build space. This expansion represents a significant increase in…

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  • Intralec Honoured with Mersen’s 2025 Canadian Rep of the Year Award

    Intralec Honoured with Mersen’s 2025 Canadian Rep of the Year Award

    Intralec Electrical Products is proud to announce that it has been named Mersen’s 2025 Canadian Representative of the Year for Canada, an honour presented at the NEMRA “Power Tomorrow, Today” Conference in Orlando. This recognition highlights the strength, dedication, and performance of Intralec’s sales team, whose commitment to excellence continues to drive success across the… Read More…

  • ABB Acquires Assets of Métal BF to Support Growing Demand in Metal Products Manufacturing

    ABB Acquires Assets of Métal BF to Support Growing Demand in Metal Products Manufacturing

    ABB has finalized the acquisition of manufacturing assets from Métal BF, an Innovair Solutions company. Métal BF is a Canadian manufacturer specializing in high-quality custom metal products, located in Terrebonne, Quebec. The acquisition includes the facility, equipment, inventory along with transferring the 27 skilled employees who will now report into the stamping and sheet metal… Read More…


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  • Design Systems Canada: Enhancing Product Design & Performance Using FEA Simulation

    Design Systems Canada: Enhancing Product Design & Performance Using FEA Simulation

    Waiting until a physical prototype fails is an expensive mistake. At Design Systems Canada (DSC), they help their partners avoid these setbacks by using advanced digital testing. One of the most valuable tools in their arsenal is Finite Element Analysis (FEA). While it sounds technical, its purpose is simple. It allows them to predict how… Read More…

  • Eaton: Data Centers 2026 – Scaling Smarter, Greener & Faster

    Eaton: Data Centers 2026 – Scaling Smarter, Greener & Faster

    Data centers are no longer just the backbone of digital infrastructure – they are becoming dynamic players in the energy ecosystem. Fueled by AI, sustainability mandates, and grid challenges, the next generation of data centers must be faster to deploy, smarter to operate, and more reliable by design. Data centers have evolved from ENIAC’s climate-controlled… Read More…


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In a world where vertical market trends can shift quickly it is essential for panel shops to ensure they have adaptability and a partner that can support and enhance their operations as previous markets shrink and new opportunities open up. A Canadian panel shop working primarily in the industrial manufacturing sector recently received the benefits of their partnership with Rittal, and in particular the advantages gained from Rittal’s Perforex Laser Milling MachineLearn More


Product News

  • Mouser: Murrplastik EMC Cable-Entry System

    Mouser: Murrplastik EMC Cable-Entry System

    Murrplastik EMC Cable-Entry System is made from a highly conductive elastomer. The entire surface is coated with a combination of metals that guarantee excellent discharge capacity and integrated strain relief. The EMC Cable-Entry System is based on the KDL/E+ Cable-Entry System and offers easy assembly, high packing density, and very high electrical discharge values. This… Read More…

  • Rittal: VX Hybrid Double Door Enclosure Now Available

    Rittal: VX Hybrid Double Door Enclosure Now Available

    Rittal’s VX Hybrid Double Door is a robust yet lightweight enclosure solution, perfect for applications where simple, quick deployment, portability, and safety are critical. The removable mullion allows for a single mounting panel and ample space for installing and removal of the panel. With corrosive resistant NEMA 4X rating, these enclosures have a place in… Read More…


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