The Fair of the Future Is Virtual
Electronics housings with corresponding heatsinks and optimized PCB layouts offer optimal cooling and increased device performance. For BC, ME-IO, ICS, and UCS series electronics housings, Phoenix Contact therefore offers a combination of suitable heatsinks and a unique simulation service that maximizes the thermal efficiency of the device. Through the flexible combination of aluminum heatsinks and plastic housings, these hybrid systems provide the ideal solution for the thermal optimization of devices. The modular design and tailor-made heatsinks for the respective housing systems enable targeted heat dissipation in various applications. The coordinated component arrangements and precise cooling ensure an optimum space/performance ratio.
Grantek is proud to join their partner Panduit at Automation Fair in Chicago, IL on November 20th. Grantek will be at Booth 1229 between 9:30-11am on the 20th.
FANUC America will demonstrate two new CRX collaborative robots, and a variety of automation solutions for the warehousing and logistics industries at Modex 2022, March 28-31 in Atlanta, in booth #B6855. FANUC recently expanded its popular series of CRX collaborative robots with the new CRX-5iA, CRX-20iA/L and CRX-25iA.
Hammond Manufacturing is pleased to announce the opening of its new Western Canada Regional Distribution Centre in Calgary, Alberta. This new 55,000 square-foot facility represents a significant investment in Hammond’s commitment to service excellence, product availability, and reliable lead times across Western Canada. Located at 5353 72 Ave SE, Unit 49, Calgary, AB, the facility will now serve as the primary distribution hub for their electrical enclosure customers in British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan, enabling faster delivery and improved support for regional partners.
Modularisation, standardisation and automation – these topics will dominate again at this year’s EF|A – EPLAN Forum for Automated Engineering. The need for action in machine building and plant system engineering is higher than ever, which also helps explain the great interest in the run-up to this international event, with participants from more than twelve countries. In practice-oriented presentations, companies will be showing the next steps they’re taking on the pathway to automated engineering. Their motto: Think big!
Hatch has been recognized as one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers for the fifth consecutive year. This award is presented by Mediacorp Canada Inc., who highlight the best employers to work for in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). The caliber of the competition is strong as the GTA features premier talent across a broad range of industries in Canada’s largest metropolitan area.

Weidmüller Canada is growing their team and investing in the future of engineering. They are proud to welcome Ada Santavy, Laura Cochrane, and William Watson, the newest hires of Weidmüller’s Engineering Launchpad Program, an innovative initiative that combines technical and soft skills training, mentorship from industry veterans, and hands-on project experience to develop well-rounded engineering… Read More…

Please join Leviton Canada in welcoming Jim Hartery to their team! Jim brings extensive experience in sales and account management within the electrical industry, along with a proven track record of building strong customer relationships, developing new business opportunities, and driving growth across both new and existing accounts. Leviton is thrilled to have Jim on… Read More…

The way to the Industrial IoT does not have to be complicated. Whether access to valuable data is required or new, data-driven services are to be generated, Weidmuller enables its customers to go from data to value the easy way. Weidmuller’s comprehensive and cutting-edge IIoT portfolio applies to greenfield and brownfield applications. Weidmuller offers components and solutions from data acquisition, data pre-processing, data communication and data analysis.
Visit Weidmuller’s Industrial IoT Portfolio.

Advanced Motion Controls is proud to announce the addition of six new CANopen servo drives with Extended Environment capabilities to their FlexPro line. These new drives join AMC’s existing EtherCAT Extended Environment FlexPro drives, making the FlexPro line the go-to solution for motion control applications in harsh environments.
Many motion control applications take place in conditions that are less than ideal, such as extreme temperatures, high and low pressures, shocks and vibrations, and contamination. Electronics, including servo drives, can malfunction or sustain permanent damage in these conditions.

Bruce Kesler and Mark Gatewood have been given new titles and responsibilities for Service Wire Co.
Bruce Kesler has assumed the role of Senior Director – Business Development. Bruce will be responsible for Service Wire’s largest strategic accounts and our growing Strategic Accounts Team.
Mark Gatewood has been promoted to the role of Vice President – Sales & Marketing. In this role, Gatewood will lead the efforts of Service Wire Company’s entire sales and marketing organization in all market verticals.

Recently, Tri-Mach Inc. was thrilled to announce the addition of a new 45,000 sq ft. facility. Located at 285 Union St., Elmira, ON, this facility expands Tri-Mach’s capabilities, allowing them to better serve the growing needs of their customers.
Positioning for growth, this additional facility will allow Tri-Mach to continue taking on large-scale projects, enhance product performance testing, and provide equipment storage for their customers. The building will also be the new home to their Skilled Trades Centre of Excellence.

Convergix Automation Solutions has completed the acquisition of AGR Automation (“AGR”), a UK-based provider of custom, high-performance automation design and systems integration primarily to the life sciences industry.
Following Convergix’s acquisitions of JMP Solutions in August 2021 and Classic Design in February 2022, AGR marks the third investment in Crestview’s strategy to build Convergix into a diversified automation solutions provider targeting the global $500+ billion market, with a particular focus on the $70 billion global systems integration and connectivity segments. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Teck, Vertical Riser Teck, and AIRGUARD address distinct installation needs for industrial and vertical‑riser installations. Each product targets specific installation needs: Teck for general industrial feeders, Vertical Riser Teck for continuous vertical runs, and AIRGUARD to deliver high crush resistance and corrosion protection on long runs. Understanding the differences in application can help ensure the right cable is selected for the… Read More…

Fieldbuses once replaced bundles of wiring with shared, deterministic networks. For years, they carried control signals reliably and predictably. However, as equipment, sensors, and data systems proliferated, fieldbus limitations emerged. The central issue today is real-time operational visibility. Engineers need networks that move control data, diagnostics, and process information across the plant as reliably as… Read More…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
