How Digital Technologies & AI Can Offer Flexible Biomanufacturing Solutions. For more than a decade, there have been significant changes in how drugs are manufactured. The pharmaceutical industry has been undergoing a paradigm shift in its manufacturing practices, with an increased focus on flexible manufacturing to accommodate the production of complex, targeted medicines.
The Power of Collaboration in Machine Design. Successful machine integration in the automation industry hinges on collaboration among various stakeholders, including plant management, operators, engineers, safety officers, and IT teams. This collaborative approach is essential for balancing metrics, best practices, quality, risk, and security. Given the unique nature of each project and the rapid pace of technological changes, machine builders play a crucial role in bridging the gap between early adopters and those lagging behind. By providing expertise and technology, they help users make informed decisions and improve efficiency, fostering a data-first culture that values the contributions of all team members.
Beckhoff Offers New Possibilities for Greater Security & Decarbonization in the Energy Supply. PC- and EtherCAT-based control technology allow energy flows to be reliably controlled and monitored, increasingly heterogeneous power grids to be used more efficiently, and the required applications to be simplified with an IEC 60255-118-1-compliant modular phasor measurement unit and innovative connection technology for energy measuring points.
HELUKABEL Provides Insights Regarding Cable Solutions in Glass Manufacturing. In the glass manufacturing industry, various types of cables play essential roles in powering equipment, monitoring temperatures, and ensuring safe, efficient operations. Due to the high temperatures, heavy machinery, and automation involved in glass production, specialized cables are required to withstand extreme conditions, transmit data reliably, and maintain overall system safety.
Wieland: TÜV-Certified Training for Functional Safety February 24 – 28, 2025 in Mississauga. This intensive five-day course is designed for designers, developers, maintenance engineers, and safety officers seeking to enhance their expertise in functional safety. Participants will gain in-depth knowledge and practical skills to implement functional safety measures throughout the entire CE process in compliance with international standards.
BiSS-C & SSI Encoder Interface Protocols Differentiations. Absolute encoders are critical components in motion control and automation, providing precise position feedback. Two commonly used serial communication protocols for absolute encoders are BiSS-C and SSI. Both interfaces enable data transmission between encoders and controllers, but they differ in terms of architecture, data integrity, speed, and flexibility. This paper provides an overview of these protocols and highlights their key differences.
Leviton Announces Expansion of FLX-1 Technology to Include LANMARK-6 Plenum Cable. Leviton announced February 18, 2025, the expansion of its FLX-1 advanced polymer technology to include LANMARK-6 plenum cables. These Category 6 UTP cables feature a reduced-diameter construction for easy installation and termination across a wide range of applications, including enterprise systems, commercial and educational networks, and intelligent building systems.
SmartD Offers Clean Power VFD Case Study – Finkl Steel Sorel. Improving power quality, operational continuity, and stability under extreme conditions with the Clean Power VFD.
Yaskawa: How to Design High-Power Electrical Enclosures, Seven Climate-Control Factors. Benefits of dynamic air mixing for temperature and humidity control help with the environmental and other key considerations when designing and installing electrical enclosure for high-voltage electrical equipment.
Rockwell Automation announced February 12, 2025, that they are pleased to work with Toronto, Ontario-based silicon anode active materials company, NEO Battery Materials. The collaboration aims to deliver solutions to aid the battery material manufacturer on its first North American facility, a 240-ton facility with the capacity to grow up to 5,000 tons of silicon anode material per year in Windsor, Ontario.
Festo introduces the VEFC mass flow controller, the company’s latest entry into its Controlled Pneumatics family of solutions. The VEFC features precisely controlled flow of inert gases of up to 200 l/min and is one of the most compact mass flow controllers on the market – only 24 mm wide. Like all Controlled Pneumatics solutions, the VEFC features energy efficient piezoelectric valve technology integrated with control algorithms and sensors for dynamic flow or pressure control to preset setpoints without hysteresis.
Every industrial manufacturer’s goal is operational optimization. But relying on disparate systems that operate on individual platforms can stand in the way and introduce risk. Various operational elements such as the basic process control system, the variable frequency drives (VFD), motor control centers, instrumentation, control software and energy management programs must work together as integral parts of production.
SmartD: SDB-1-2450-A | 3~480V 45kW-60 HP. The SmartD Clean Power Variable Frequency Drive is a compact AC drive utilizing SmartD’s patented own algorithms combined with WBG transistor technology. Producing a clean and pure sine wave to power and control 3-phase AC induction motors has never been easier. The SmartD VFD has essential features built-in for space, wiring and time savings, it eliminates the need for filters on the output, and guarantees longer motor lifetime.
Rittal: Canada’s Strategic Response to Evolving Trade Policies in 2025. As we step into 2025, Canada’s industrial sectors face significant challenges and opportunities shaped by a dynamic global trade environment. From addressing the implications of international tariffs to securing critical mineral supplies, Canada is adopting strategic measures to navigate these shifts while ensuring economic resilience.
Rockwell Automation: What to Know About Navigating the End of RSlogix 5. For nearly four decades, the Allen‑Bradley PLC-5 and its programming software RSLogix 5 have been the cornerstone for industrial automation. While paving the way for future PLC and software development seen today, the longevity speaks to its reliability and robustness of the platform. However, as technology evolves, the industry must continue to evolve along with it to achieve modern business and expectations. RSLogix 5 will reach its final lifecycle phase on December 31, 2025.
SICK: Inspector83x, AI-Powered Quality Control Made Stress-Free. Put an end to wasted material or faulty products. Put an end to long setup times or expensive reconfiguration when the product is changed. Put an end to complicated integration or data trapped on the shop floor.
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
