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What is behind the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) that actually helps industrial organizations drive profitability? It’s a combination of hardware digitization, software and analytics. This capability is a major boon to industry as it brings efficiency and productivity gain potentials to new levels.
In today’s electrified world, safety and reliability are paramount. At the heart of it all? Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCBs). In this blog, Proax dives deep into the technical nuances of MCBs, explore their varied types, and introduces you to ABB’s System Pro M Compact MCBs.
Traditional methods of machine and production line design, commissioning and startup can be costly and impede speed to market. CPG producers are turning to emulation as a tool to research, test and validate their process in a virtual space. Before making physical changes to plant layout and workflow.
According to a recent study from market research firm Graphical Research, the North America power transformer market size is set to register a significant growth during the forecast timeframe, with trends shifting to innovation that will address today’s economic, demographic, and environmental challenges.
“HANNOVER MESSE 2019 showed that it is the world’s most important platform for all technologies related to industrial transformation,” said Dr. Jochen Köckler, Chairman of the Managing Board at Deutsche Messe.
The new MOXA x86 industrial computers are designed to facilitate rapid system development with reliable, adaptable, and cost-effective computing solutions. The computers are available in 3 form factors—box, DIN-rail mount, and rackmount— covering most common industrial-application requirements. Their rich interface options and modular design provide the most-needed combinations for industrial-automation applications. Customers can choose from 75 different models to select an ideal computing solution based on usage and interface requirements.

Westburne is proud to announce the appointment of Aaron Vandall as General Manager of the Midwest Division, effective January 1, 2027. Since arriving at Westburne in 2019 as Divisional Sales Manager, Aaron has made a lasting mark on the Midwest. He has shaped a sales culture built on discipline and results, developed stronger teams, and… Read More…

Prism Machinery is currently looking for an experienced full or part-time person to fulfill a role designing and overseeing the build of Siemens PLC and CNC controlled Metal Forming Machines. See their ad on Indeed or LinkedIn. 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 engineers think about machine performance, the conversation often starts with the controller, drives, motors, and field devices. But there is another part of the architecture worth looking at: how signals travel between those devices and the control system. That decision can influence more than wiring. It can affect installation effort, machine layout, future modifications,… Read More…

The cable is pulled, the equipment is selected, and the installation date is approaching. The last thing you need is a cabinet that holds up the job. But when the project calls for NEMA 12 protection, choosing whatever rack is available is not the answer either. For networking contractors working against a deadline, Hammond’s NWC… Read More…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
