Inspiring History – The History of Our Success – Phoenix Contact
Phoenix Contact is extending its product portfolio with color patch cables from the RJ45 Building series, which have been specially developed for applications in control cabinets. The new cables are available in eight colors: white, orange, yellow, red, violet, green, blue, and black. High-speed data transmission at up to 10 Gbps (CAT6A) makes the RJ45 patch cables ideal for future-proof office, building, and protected industrial applications, such as in control cabinets. Worldwide approvals, including CE, cUL, WEEE, and EAC, enable international use. The reliable locking clip protection enables reliable connection and disconnection, while 360° shielding offers ideal EMC properties. The patch cables are available in lengths from 0.3 m to 50 m.
When you commit to improving processes, some of the benefits are obvious – and some are not. It’s those “hidden” benefits that can’t be overlooked when assessing the total value of a new system. In a recent project with a global beverage producer, it’s those benefits that are producing some added bonuses.
For customers seeking an Industry 4.0 solution for PCs, industrial panels, or embedded and mobile devices, AVEVA Edge provides a powerful, affordable, and user-friendly supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system that integrates seamlessly with Omron technologies. This is thanks to Omron’s partnership with AVEVA.
Panel Builder & Systems Integrator recently had the opportunity to attend Hannover Messe 2018 to see first hand the future products and solutions being offered within the industry and to learn about the advancements and technology direction of Phoenix Contact. Phoenix Contact is an innovative driver of new technology and solutions that were displayed across an impressive booth that showcased not only new products, but perhaps most interestingly the development of complete control solutions that are revolutionizing the industry.
Earlier this year Schneider Electric launched their Altivar Process ATV6000 medium voltage variable frequency drive (VFD) to the Canadian market.
Along with product quality, Phoenix Contact also places high demands on quality within the digitalization process. This is evidenced, for example, by the appointment of a new Chief Digital Officer (CDO).

ECS Electrical Cable Supply is pleased to welcome Lisa Tsikas as their new Inventory and Procurement Specialist! Lisa brings approximately 10 years of experience in the manufacturing industry, along with strong knowledge of both manufacturing and distribution environments. She brings a great mix of industry expertise, energy, and a positive attitude to the team, and… Read More…

Please join Noramco in welcoming Lindsey McBride Kelly as their new OEM Regional Sales Manager for Ontario! Lindsey brings more than a decade of experience in the Canadian electrical industry across wire & cable and lighting, with a diverse background in product management, marketing, supply chain and sales. In her new role, Lindsey will lead… 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.

When torque requirements exceed what a standard single face electromagnetic clutch can deliver — or when the available envelope simply doesn’t have room for a large-diameter friction face — engineers reach for the high-torque side of the Ogura catalog: multiple disk clutches, multiple disk brakes, and tooth clutches. These are not simply “bigger” versions of… Read More…

Mining operations run on power. Across crushing, conveying, hoisting, pumping, ventilation and mineral processing, electrical infrastructure keeps production moving and helps connect the assets, systems and people that make safe, efficient operations possible. But the same electrical systems that support higher productivity also introduce risk, especially in environments shaped by dust, moisture, vibration, remote locations,… Read More…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
