FANUC’s Laser Solutions: Robotic Precision Unleashed
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FANUC’s Laser Solutions: Robotic Precision Unleashed

In the dynamic landscape of modern manufacturing, the convergence of collaborative robots (cobots), high performance industrial robots, and cutting-edge laser technology has revolutionized production processes. Among these transformative applications, laser welding stands out as a pivotal solution that seamlessly combines precision, adaptability, and safety. At the forefront of this innovation is FANUC, a global provider of industrial robotics.

7 Top Tips for Cooling IT Equipment
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7 Top Tips for Cooling IT Equipment

As the world becomes increasingly digitalized, with a growing reliance on high-performing and reliable IT equipment, effective hardware management is essential to facilitate rapid access to large amounts of data and its analytics. The upkeep of IT infrastructure, including maintaining appropriate temperatures, ensures the reliability and security of data and minimizes the risk of system failures. In this article, Rittal explores some effective strategies to keep your IT equipment cool.

The Complete Guide to NEMA 3R Enclosures
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The Complete Guide to NEMA 3R Enclosures

When it comes to protecting electrical components from harsh environments, NEMA 3R enclosures are a game-changer. These rugged enclosures are designed to shield equipment from rain, sleet, and external ice formation, ensuring reliable performance even in challenging conditions. NEMA 3R is a rating by the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) that defines an enclosure’s ability to protect internal components. These enclosures provide protection against rain, sleet, and external ice formation. They are suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.

Comprehensive Guide to ABB Circuit Breakers
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Comprehensive Guide to ABB Circuit Breakers

A circuit breaker is an electrical safety device designed to protect an electrical circuit from damage caused by excess current. It functions as a switch that automatically interrupts the flow of electricity when it detects a fault, such as an overload or a short circuit, thereby preventing damage to the circuit, appliances, or electrical system. Circuit breakers are typically found in electrical distribution panels or breaker boxes, where they monitor the flow of electricity to various circuits in a building or structure. When the current exceeds a certain threshold for a specified period, the circuit breaker trips, cutting off the flow of electricity to that circuit.

Exploring the Impact of M8 Cables in Various Applications
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Exploring the Impact of M8 Cables in Various Applications

M8 cables are a type of circular electrical connectors used to link actuators and sensors. They have an 8-millimeter diameter and are widely utilized in a variety of industrial and automation applications because of their small size, robustness, and consistent performance even under harsh conditions. Similar to the M12 cables, their robustness enables them to endure mechanical stress, vibration, and harsh weather conditions, and their compact size makes them appropriate for applications with limited space.

New Study Finds Workforce Challenges Emerge as a Top Concern Among CPG Manufacturers

New Study Finds Workforce Challenges Emerge as a Top Concern Among CPG Manufacturers

Rockwell Automation, Inc. has recently announced the results of the 9th annual “State of Smart Manufacturing Report: CPG Edition.” The global study encompasses the responses of 158 leaders from CPG manufacturers, inclusive of home and personal care, as well as food and beverage manufacturers, across 17 of the leading manufacturing countries. This year’s report highlights the evolution of the CPG industry, specifically about utilizing emerging technologies to maximize workforce potential, improve forward planning and minimize risk.

How Omron Sysmac Platform Helped Bimbo Power Data Aggregation for Optimal Results
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How Omron Sysmac Platform Helped Bimbo Power Data Aggregation for Optimal Results

In the risk conscious food and commodities industry, ensuring product quality and on-time delivery is crucial for maintaining downstream customer satisfaction. One company (Bimbo) faced the challenge of ensuring production quotas. Previously the manual part counts and manual baking metric tracking from their ovens was unreliable. This manual process was consistently producing incorrect part counts and forcing maintenance to stay in a reactive mindset. This led to missed orders due to increased downtime or overtime to make-up the production difference.

New Study Finds Workforce Challenges Emerge as a Top Concern Among CPG Manufacturers

New Study Finds Workforce Challenges Emerge as a Top Concern Among CPG Manufacturers

Rockwell Automation, Inc. has recently announced the results of the 9th annual “State of Smart Manufacturing Report: CPG Edition.” The global study encompasses the responses of 158 leaders from CPG manufacturers, inclusive of home and personal care, as well as food and beverage manufacturers, across 17 of the major manufacturing countries. This year’s report highlights the evolution of the CPG industry, specifically about utilizing emerging technologies to maximize workforce potential, improve forward planning and minimize risk.

Rittal: New Blue e+ S Cooling Units Enhances Efficiency and Sustainability
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Rittal: New Blue e+ S Cooling Units Enhances Efficiency and Sustainability

The push towards sustainable manufacturing is driving the need for efficient enclosure cooling units, especially in industries like automotive where consistent cooling is crucial. The challenge lies in maintaining necessary cooling outputs while adhering to eco-friendly standards. Rittal’s Blue e+ line has set a benchmark in industrial cooling. The new Blue e+ S takes it further with precise cooling, a smaller footprint, and greater energy savings.

New Joint Venture Will Advance Solutions and Services to Customers Across North America

New Joint Venture Will Advance Solutions and Services to Customers Across North America

ABB and the Niedax Group recently announced their intent to form a 50/50 joint venture that combines their respective strengths into one organization to help that will meet the increased demand for cable trays and related electrical installation products. Mike Shenouda, Canada Region Leader, ABB’s Installation Products Division, discusses the strengths of these two companies and how their combined offering will benefit customers.

How to Select the Correct Data Cable for Your Industrial Application

How to Select the Correct Data Cable for Your Industrial Application

All cables and wires that contribute to communication in any way are commonly referred to as data cables. However, there are significant differences such as the multitude of structures including copper and fiber optics, for example. Copper data cables come in many different types: low-frequency, coaxial, telephone, and bus cables, diverse Ethernet systems, or microwave cables for special applications that require gigahertz transmission rates. Selecting the wrong cable can quickly lead to costly disruptions and errors.

How the OS33C Safety Scanner is Making Workplaces Safer and More Efficient
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How the OS33C Safety Scanner is Making Workplaces Safer and More Efficient

In today’s fast-paced and demanding industrial environments, ensuring workplace safety and operational efficiency is paramount. However, customers often face a range of challenges that hinder their productivity and increase costs. Enter the OS33C Safety Scanner, a revolutionary solution that addresses these issues head-on, making workplaces safer and more efficient than ever before. In this blog, Omron discusses the main challenges faced by customers in mobile and fixed applications, and how the OS33C Safety Scanner effectively solves these challenges, making workplaces safer and more efficient.

Case Study: Andrew Peller Winery – Industrial Shock Block SB5000 Offers Maximum Personnel Protection

Case Study: Andrew Peller Winery – Industrial Shock Block SB5000 Offers Maximum Personnel Protection

Andrew Peller Winery, a Canadian company, has been crafting quality wines for over 50 years. Winemaking facilities typically create damp environments due to the nature of the business. Recognizing there could be a potential hazard with personnel and electrical cables in these wet environments, Peller Winery took a proactive approach to ensure their employees were protected from possible electrical shock. Glenn Blanchard, Peller Winery Electrical Lead, stated, “We take safety seriously, so we wanted to invest in the best protective equipment.”

How Rittal and EPLAN Achieve Your Automation Goals

How Rittal and EPLAN Achieve Your Automation Goals

In the not-so-distant past, planning a road trip meant poring over maps and dealing with uncertainties like road construction, accidents, or bad weather. But with modern technology like GPS navigation, travelers can now anticipate and adjust their routes in real-time. Similar to road trips, the journey of panel builders, machine builders, and system integrators in industrial enclosures has evolved. Previously, designing and producing electrical panels and enclosures was a manual process prone to errors and delays. Rittal and EPLAN now provide digital tools to create scalable and cost-effective solutions for this journey. Industry 4.0 and automation are driving forces in today’s manufacturing landscape.

Discussing Vancouver’s Building Emissions By-Law with Schneider Electric’s Emily Heitman

Discussing Vancouver’s Building Emissions By-Law with Schneider Electric’s Emily Heitman

The city of Vancouver is the first Canadian jurisdiction to pass a by-law regulating building emissions. The Annual Greenhouse Gas and Energy Limits bylaw will come into effect June 1st, 2024, and requires building owners for large commercial offices, retail, and residential buildings over 100,000 sq ft to report their emissions. The bylaw follows cities like Washington, Boston, and New York who have enacted similar measures in an effort to reduce building emissions.

SmartD Challenges the Status Quo of Motor Control with Clean Power VFDs
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SmartD Challenges the Status Quo of Motor Control with Clean Power VFDs

SmartD’s Clean Power variable frequency drive is the next generation of motor control products. Using revolutionary power electronics and modulation algorithms, it maximizes energy efficiency and produces a clean sine wave. SmartD technologies is a Canadian startup that has developed what they say is one of the world’s first variable frequency drives (VFD) to produce a clean sine wave both on the grid and the load-side. In this article, Simon Leblond, CEO of SmartD Technologies Inc. discusses their innovative technology and the impact he is seeing it have on the market today.