Littelfuse: Uninterruptable Power Supply (UPS) & Energy Storage System (ESS)
Although robotics and automation offer advantages for customers, employees, and production processes, they are still viewed critically by many SMEs. Entering automation can require high investment and effort, especially for those with little IT affinity. Robot manufacturers are responding with cost‑effective alternatives that are user‑friendly and easy to program. The right automation solution lowers production costs, shortens cycle times, and increases efficiency and competitiveness. These improvements make automation appealing even for companies with limited resources.
A while ago we discussed what SCADA is and how it affects the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). Today, we want to expand this topic by highlighting the top 10 features that we, at Kymera Systems, believe will shape the next gen SCADA systems.
The Maritime’s largest Mechanical and Electrical event took place last Wednesday and Thursday, May 4 and 5 at the Moncton Coliseum. The Mechanical Electrical Electronic Technology (MEET) Show, which is the second largest industry event of its type in Canada and the largest trade event east of Montreal saw 5,772 registered attendees this year.
Connected edge devices increasingly need to do two jobs at once: maintain reliable wide-area communications and provide accurate location awareness. That combination shows up across smart terminals, kiosks, charging systems, mobile platforms, and remote monitoring equipment. In these designs, engineers must support modern cellular Internet of Things (IoT) protocols while also enabling Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS)-based tracking in a compact, durable package. This week for Mouser’s New Tech Tuesdays they look at why multi-port IoT antennas matter in modern connected designs, how ground-plane independence can simplify radio frequency (RF) and mechanical integration, and why environmental sealing is now a practical requirement for many indoor and outdoor deployments. The article also explores how combining cellular and GNSS coverage in one compact antenna can help engineers reduce complexity without compromising flexibility.
Palletization is a core step in the supply chain process. On the surface, palletizing can seem very simple — you just stack boxes onto an empty pallets. But there are many different types of palletization and various ways to compare these types. With so many different pallet types and materials, process layouts, and levels of automation, it’s easy to become overwhelmed when trying to determine which type of palletization is best suited to your specific needs.
Floyd Lau founded Amptek Technologies in 2002 as an end to end engineering design company, but it has since grown to produce its own product brand that is now entering the IoT and lighting market.

Weidmüller Canada is growing their team and investing in the future of engineering. They are proud to welcome Ada Santavy, Laura Cochrane, and William Watson, the newest hires of Weidmüller’s Engineering Launchpad Program, an innovative initiative that combines technical and soft skills training, mentorship from industry veterans, and hands-on project experience to develop well-rounded engineering… Read More…

Please join Leviton Canada in welcoming Jim Hartery to their team! Jim brings extensive experience in sales and account management within the electrical industry, along with a proven track record of building strong customer relationships, developing new business opportunities, and driving growth across both new and existing accounts. Leviton is thrilled to have Jim on… 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.

Teck, Vertical Riser Teck, and AIRGUARD address distinct installation needs for industrial and vertical‑riser installations. Each product targets specific installation needs: Teck for general industrial feeders, Vertical Riser Teck for continuous vertical runs, and AIRGUARD to deliver high crush resistance and corrosion protection on long runs. Understanding the differences in application can help ensure the right cable is selected for the… Read More…

Fieldbuses once replaced bundles of wiring with shared, deterministic networks. For years, they carried control signals reliably and predictably. However, as equipment, sensors, and data systems proliferated, fieldbus limitations emerged. The central issue today is real-time operational visibility. Engineers need networks that move control data, diagnostics, and process information across the plant as reliably as… Read More…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
