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“Technology is not about competing with us humans; it’s about assisting us. That is the core message conveyed by this trade fair, which has again underscored Hannover’s reputation as a global hotspot for the digital transformation of industry,” said Dr. Jochen Köckler, Chairman of the Managing Board at Deutsche Messe, at the close of HANNOVER MESSE and CeMAT.
Rick Black founded Black Controls Company Inc. in Canada in July 2019 to provide superior automation & controls solutions for clients in North America, Europe, and Asia in Material Handling, Consumer Products, and Sterilization.
AutomationDirect has added Southwire’s flexible metal conduit to their growing selection of electrical conduit and wiring solutions. Southwire’s Alflex type RWA (Reduced Wall Aluminum) and Galflex type RWS (Reduced Wall Steel) conduits are built using a metal strip that is helically formed into a continuously interlocked flexible metal conduit which can withstand impact and crushing forces. Southwire’s Alflex type RWA and Galflex type RWS are designed for use with connectors intended for NEC Type FMC (Flexible Metal Conduit) and are REACH/RoHS-2 compliant.
You have a strong industrial security program in place. You’ve cleaned up with good cyber hygiene and have implemented intrusion detection systems to avoid future incidents. But in the complex world of cybersecurity, you can’t stop there.
Machine-related accidents in the workplace can have devastating consequences, causing injuries, disabilities, and even fatalities. These incidents also result in significant financial losses for businesses. To mitigate these risks, it is crucial for companies to establish a comprehensive machine safety strategy. This strategy should encompass compliance with standards and regulations, hazard identification and risk assessment, implementing safe work procedures, and regular maintenance and inspections. This article will explore the significance of machine safety in industrial workplaces and offer guidance initiating the development of a machine safety strategy.
Rockwell Automation has released the cybersecurity findings from its 10th annual “State of Smart Manufacturing Report.” Drawing insights from more than 1,500 manufacturing leaders across 17 of the top manufacturing countries, the report reflects how cybersecurity is becoming a central business issue. One third of respondents have direct information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) cybersecurity responsibilities. As manufacturers advance smart operations, the integration between IT and OT increases the risk of cyberattacks. The report shows that manufacturers are beginning to use artificial intelligence (AI) to help manage these risks to strengthen protection.

Gescan is thrilled to welcome Darrell Jensen to the team as their new Humboldt Branch Manager! Darrell brings over 25 years of experience in single-family and multi-family construction, business growth and development across Western Canada. His commitment to people, safety and service excellence aligns strongly with Gescan’s values and we are so excited to have… Read More…

Please join ECS Electrical Cable Supply in welcoming Justine Geboers to the team! As the new Branch Manager in Richmond, B.C., Justine brings more than 20 years of leadership experience across the electrical and industrial sectors. Known for her strong leadership and dedication to excellence, she’ll be overseeing daily sales, operations, and team performance. ECS… 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 today’s manufacturing landscape, reliable production is non-negotiable. So, Rockwell Automation created a unified power control platform to help solve the problems companies face when relying on legacy and fragmented process and power control systems. By combining process, power and motor control in one architecture, you get a connected, intelligent system that simplifies operations, delivers real-time decision-making… Read More…

Potash is a key part of Canada’s resource economy—and Saskatchewan leads the world in its production. As demand for global food production increases, potash remains essential in supporting agriculture, and Canada continues to be a trusted source of this critical mineral. With long-term growth forecasted in this sector, there’s a growing need for reliable, scalable,… Read More…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
