Littelfuse: Uninterruptable Power Supply (UPS) & Energy Storage System (ESS)
True North Solutions is proud to announce that their organization has been named one of the 2022 Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness. The Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness list is based on direct feedback from employees, who are surveyed by Great Place to Work.
Smart manufacturing is the gateway to digital transformation. Connected smart devices open new windows of visibility into processes. Data and analytics enable better and faster decision-making. Seamless connectivity spurs new collaboration.
There are three router-based methods for establishing remote access to industrial systems via a PC or mobile device—with each providing a different level of security, required implementation effort and integrated features.
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.
Flexible circuit boards offer numerous advantages. However, the mechanical fixation of these circuit boards is highly complex. HARTING has developed a new solution based on 3D-MID technology that is capable of replacing flexible circuit boards. Thanks to component carriers, cost savings of up to two-thirds can be achieved.
Unscheduled downtime is the single largest source of lost production time for manufacturers. When equipment goes down, the entire production environment is disrupted, and an unresolved issue with one machine can result in delays, cost overruns, unhappy customers, and a loss of trust and reputation.

Sonepar Canada is pleased to announce the appointment of Zhen Lee as Vice-President, Vendor Relations, effective June 8, 2026. Zhen has more than 20 years of experience across procurement, vendor relations, operational management, and strategic sourcing. His depth of expertise and innovative approach will support Sonepar Canada’s continued focus on strengthening vendor partnerships and delivering… Read More…

Festo Canada is delighted to announce Rupico has joined the Festo Certified System Integrator program! As a certified partner, they bring recognized automation expertise and will integrate Festo’s solutions to help businesses achieve maximum efficiency and innovation. Together, they are excited to push the boundaries of automation technology and deliver trusted solutions to customers across… 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.

In industrial environments, disconnecting equipment is almost never as simple as “unplug it and go.” Motors, machinery, processing equipment, and portable power connections require safe load-breaking, reliable isolation, and protection against exposure to live parts. This is why E.B. Horsman & Son stocks Meltric Switch-Rated plugs and receptacles. Meltric’s DS and DSN Series Switch-Rated devices combine… Read More…

Safety technology in machine building is much more than just meeting stringent standards – it is a strategic success factor. Modern safety systems not only protect people but make responsibility visible, stabilize processes and increase profitability. It is precisely at this interface that protection of people and system availability meet: Where functional safety creates trust:… Read More…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
