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WAGO Canada Brings Its Scalable Automation Solutions to ADM Toronto

WAGO will display its open, scalable automation platform at the Advanced Design & Manufacturing (ADM) Expo. (WAGO Booth #1505, Automation Hall, Toronto Congress Centre, October 21–23). WAGO’s solutions combine multi-protocol integration, edge computing/IIoT readiness, and industry recognized reliability in I/O and controller systems. From the invention of CAGE CLAMP push-in technology that eliminates screw terminal re-torquing to today’s portfolio of 30,000 products and global solutions, WAGO delivers a one-stop shop for automation, connectivity, and control panel solutions. Canadian OEMs benefit from reduced complexity, faster assembly, and simplified bills of material through WAGO’s single-platform approach. End users gain increased uptime thanks to 100% vibration-proof, gas-tight, and shock-resistant connections that never require re-torquing. And with coast-to-coast Canadian sales and distribution backed by deep inventories, WAGO assures reliable product availability and supply chain continuity. WAGO’s solutions are vital for machine builders, packaging lines, and energy applications such as data centers and HVAC systems.

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How to Prevent 6 Hours of Plant Downtime – A $270,000 Daily Production Loss

In today’s fast-paced and sustainability-driven industrial landscape, minimizing downtime is not just a priority—it’s a necessity. For one of Laurentide’s clients in the asphalt industry, a sudden plant shutdown due to damaged instruments posed a severe threat to both their financial stability and environmental compliance. When the critical instrument on the burner system failed, the consequences were immediate and severe: Complete plant shutdown for 6 hours resulting in halted production with daily production losses of $270,000, environmental risk due to increased emissions from asphalt production, potential penalties of $10,000 per day from government agencies, and missed project deliveries for clients.

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Digitalization & Smart Manufacturing: Transform Your Plant into a Smart Manufacturing Hub and Ensure Your Production Success

Have you noticed how automation technologies have made processing raw materials more predictable? Yet, you still face challenges like scarce resources, rising energy costs, staff shortages, and increasingly rigorous regulatory requirements. Digitalization opens new opportunities for you to tackle these challenges and boost productivity and reliability. Imagine a plant where smart manufacturing enhances visibility, streamlines operations, minimizes friction, and reduces costs. As a company with many years of experience in process automation, Endress+Hauser is your reliable partner for improving processes and seizing the opportunities offered by digitalization.

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A Smart PLC Alternative: OPTA Series – (PLRs) Programmable Logic Relays

If you’ve ever been stuck choosing between a simple relay and a full-blown PLC, you know the frustration. Relays feel too limited. PLCs? Too expensive, too complex, and loaded with features you’ll never use. What you really need is something in between. That’s exactly where the Finder OPTA Programmable Logic Relay (PLR) shines — the right-sized, cost-smart solution for automation. For applications that don’t demand a rocket launcher, Finder’s OPTA provides the balance: enough intelligence to handle modern automation, without the excess baggage.

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CMTS: Endorsed by Industry, Powered by Innovation, & Shaping Canada’s Manufacturing Future

CMTS 2025 isn’t just another trade show—it’s Canada’s most strategic B2B event for the manufacturing sector. Backed by industry leaders and trusted by innovators, CMTS brings the entire ecosystem together to spotlight the technologies reshaping production across the country. From next-gen machinery and advanced automation to 3D printing, precision engineering, and future-forward tech, CMTS is where Canada’s manufacturing momentum is made. If you’re serious about the future of Canadian industry, this is the one event you can’t afford to miss.

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Government of Canada Invests $28.7 Million to Train Clean Energy Workers & Expand AI Research Capacity

Through the Sustainable Jobs Training Fund, the Government of Canada is investing over $9 million over three years in the AI Pathways: Energizing Canada’s Low-Carbon Workforce project. Led by the Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii), this initiative will help nearly 5,000 Canadian energy workers gain AI and machine learning skills for careers in wind, solar, geothermal and hydrogen energy. Training will offer both online and in-person formats, tailored to meet the diverse needs of mid-career workers, industry associations, and unions across the country.

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How Voltage Presence Indicators Transform Industrial Electrical Safety

Electrical safety in industrial environments requires more than basic protocols—it demands reliable systems that provide clear visual confirmation of electrical status. The REMLIVE RL-24i series from Fortress Safety addresses this critical need by offering technicians immediate, accurate information about electrical systems before maintenance begins. The REMLIVE RL-24i Isolator Check provides the user with a positive check when isolating plant. It provides electrical isolation between the DIN rail unit and the door mounted display unit. This fundamental safety function eliminates dangerous assumptions about electrical status during maintenance procedures. The door unit is designed to fit through the front of a control panel or switch so the user can see a live/isolation status. The super bright REMLIVE RL-24i display provides the user with a quick and easy method of proof of isolation in lock out / tag out procedures.

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ABB Invests in Made in Canada with Installation Products that Electrify Our World

ABB recently announced their plan to build a new R&D and manufacturing facility in Canada. It will combine their existing facilities in Iberville and Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu to increase production capacity and support future growth in key sectors across Canada like utilities, energy, and infrastructure. Michael Shenouda, Canada Region Leader – General Manager, Installation Products, answers my questions about the new facility. Shenouda started at ABB for a summer job, now, 30 years later, he plays a leading role in the company. “Made in Canada” is something that ABB strives for. It is something they promote. And they have been doing this for decades. “It is something we are proud of,” Shenouda says. “I think the pandemic has proved that having robust supply chains close to where customers’ needs are is very important. We source all our steel locally; within 500 kilometers of the factories we operate. Our aluminum is mostly Canadian as well. We are very proud to have 600 employees in both our Iberville and Saint-Jean facilities.”

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It Will Take More than AI for Canadian Manufacturers to Succeed in Today’s Global Trade Landscape: Insights from NGen CEO Jayson Myers

AI alone won’t solve the challenges facing Canadian manufacturers in the face of evolving global tariffs. It will take a willingness to turn convention on its head by investing in a mix of emerging technologies and advanced materials, says industry innovation leader Jayson Myers, CEO of Hamilton, Ontario-based NGen. What’s needed, said Myers, is for manufacturers to think about what other technologies are required and “it’s never as easy as saying I’m going to invest in AI alone.” He suggested taking a more holistic approach to successful technology adoption by looking for opportunities to collect high-quality, reliable data that will boost AI systems or creating higher-performing materials and then applying that to do things differently. In fact, if Canada continues to put in the right effort and focus on investing in innovation, he believes the Canadian manufacturing sector has the potential to leapfrog any country.

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RoboDK Launches RoboDK Academy to Bridge the Global Robotics Skills Gap

RoboDK has announced the launch of RoboDK Academy: a free, self-paced online training platform designed to make industrial robot programming skills more accessible than ever. The platform combines hands-on projects, step-by-step tutorials, and video walkthroughs to teach programming skills through simulation and offline programming, from beginner to advanced levels. The Academy serves engineers, automation professionals, students, and educators seeking to build robotics knowledge. As automation adoption has increased globally, industries are facing a new challenge: a shortage of skilled robot programmers. Gone are the days when robot programming skills were only required by large automotive manufacturers and specialist robot integrators. With robot use spreading to sectors like logistics, healthcare, and Small-to-Medium Enterprises, a lack of robot programmers is now becoming a bottleneck for many companies. Robot orders in the food and consumer goods industries surged by 65% in 2024.

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NOARK: All You Need to Know About VFDs

Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), also known as adjustable frequency drives or VFD inverters, stand as essential elements in the advancement of modern-day technology. These devices play a pivotal role in the control and operation of electric motors by offering an unmatched ability to manage motor speed and torque efficiently. The role of VFDs extends across various industries, which highlights their significance in optimizing energy usage and enhancing the performance of motor-driven systems.

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A Study of Motor Dynamics & Motor Dynamism: Basic to Advanced Concepts

Motor dynamics and motor dynamism are essential topics in the field of electromechanical systems, which deal with the study of the behavior and performance of electric motors. The study of motor dynamics and motor dynamism is crucial for the design and analysis of motion control systems, as well as for the control of AC and DC motors. The basic concepts of motor dynamics and motor dynamism include the study of the physical principles involved in the operation of electric motors. This includes the principles of electromagnetic induction, electrical circuits, and mechanical systems. In addition, the basic concepts also include the study of motor modeling, the control of electric motors, and the calculation of torque, inductance, and back electromotive force (Back EMF).

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ABB Contactor Selection Guide Canada

ABB contactors are among the most reliable electrical switching devices in industrial automation. As one of Canada’s major ABB authorized distributors, Proax has helped thousands of engineers and technicians select the right ABB contactor for their applications. Whether you’re designing a new motor control panel or replacing existing equipment, choosing the right ABB contactor can significantly impact your system’s performance and longevity. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about ABB contactors, from selection to troubleshooting, backed by Proax’s in-house engineering expertise across 13 locations in Canada.

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Laurentide Controls & Emerson Announce Support for the Vallée de la Transition Énergétique (VTE) Innovation Center Project in Bécancour, Quebec

Laurentide Controls, in partnership with Emerson, is proud to announce its support for the Vallée de la Transition Énergétique (VTE) Innovation Center project in Bécancour. This initiative marks a major milestone in accelerating the energy transition and advancing industrial innovation in Quebec. The establishment of an innovation center in Bécancour aims to provide a continuum of services, cutting-edge infrastructure, and high-tech equipment to accelerate technological development and the scaling-up of industrial solutions related to critical and strategic materials, as well as the energy transition within the VTE. Through this center, the VTE seeks to foster collaboration and the emergence of innovations among institutional, academic, and industrial partners. This flagship facility will support innovation, research, experimentation, and the growth of start-ups by offering access to:

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61% of Cybersecurity Professionals Plan AI Adoption as Manufacturing Faces Growing Cyber Risks

Rockwell Automation has released the cybersecurity findings from its 10th annual “State of Smart Manufacturing Report.” Drawing insights from more than 1,500 manufacturing leaders across 17 of the top manufacturing countries, the report reflects how cybersecurity is becoming a central business issue. One third of respondents have direct information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) cybersecurity responsibilities. As manufacturers advance smart operations, the integration between IT and OT increases the risk of cyberattacks. The report shows that manufacturers are beginning to use artificial intelligence (AI) to help manage these risks to strengthen protection.

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ABB to Invest More Than CA$130 Million in Canadian R&D and Manufacturing

ABB has announced that it will invest more than CA$130 million to expand the R&D and production capacity of its advanced power protection and grid resilience technologies in Canada. The investment in Montreal, Quebec will combine ABB’s existing Iberville and Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu facilities at a new greenfield location. This will enable ABB to meet increasing demand in key growth industries, including utilities, renewables, transportation, and residential and infrastructure projects across Canada. The new 340,000 sq. ft. manufacturing and R&D facility will be more than 33 percent larger than the two locations it replaces and will incorporate advanced production automation and digital technologies. Combining the existing ABB operations at Iberville and Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu will bring more than 600 existing employees from manufacturing, R&D, engineering, testing and support functions into one location. As new product lines are added and production increases in the future, further jobs will be created.

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WAGO Canada Brings Its Scalable Automation Solutions to ADM Toronto

How to Prevent 6 Hours of Plant Downtime – A $270,000 Daily Production Loss

Digitalization & Smart Manufacturing: Transform Your Plant into a Smart Manufacturing Hub and Ensure Your Production Success

A Smart PLC Alternative: OPTA Series – (PLRs) Programmable Logic Relays

CMTS: Endorsed by Industry, Powered by Innovation, & Shaping Canada’s Manufacturing Future

Government of Canada Invests $28.7 Million to Train Clean Energy Workers & Expand AI Research Capacity

How Voltage Presence Indicators Transform Industrial Electrical Safety

ABB Invests in Made in Canada with Installation Products that Electrify Our World

It Will Take More than AI for Canadian Manufacturers to Succeed in Today’s Global Trade Landscape: Insights from NGen CEO Jayson Myers

RoboDK Launches RoboDK Academy to Bridge the Global Robotics Skills Gap

NOARK: All You Need to Know About VFDs

A Study of Motor Dynamics & Motor Dynamism: Basic to Advanced Concepts

ABB Contactor Selection Guide Canada

Laurentide Controls & Emerson Announce Support for the Vallée de la Transition Énergétique (VTE) Innovation Center Project in Bécancour, Quebec

61% of Cybersecurity Professionals Plan AI Adoption as Manufacturing Faces Growing Cyber Risks

ABB to Invest More Than CA$130 Million in Canadian R&D and Manufacturing

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