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Introducing the Market’s Smallest 15 hp Micro Drive – Discover the Expanded Commander S Range

October 8, 2026 15 hp Micro Drive – Discover the Expanded Commander S Range Nidec’s general-purpose AC micro drive, Commander S, is now available up to 15 hp (11 kW), giving machine builders and manufacturers access to higher power ratings while maintaining one of the most compact footprints available in its class. As the market’s…

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Flir Expands Test and Measurement Portfolio with Four New Meterlink-Connected Tools for Field Professionals

October 5, 2026 Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, recently announced four new additions to its test and measurement portfolio: the Flir EV86-NACS and EV86-T2 EV Charger Analyzers, Flir DM266 Compact Thermal Imaging Multimeter, and Flir EM57 Thermo-Hygrometer. Designed for professionals across electrical, EV charging, HVAC, building diagnostics, and maintenance applications, these new tools…

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ABB Webinar: Cybersecurity in Industrial Drives

Posted September 30, 2026 ABB Webinar: Cybersecurity in Industrial Drives: What Every Machine Builder Needs to Know, an ABB Perspective Thu, Oct 22, 2026 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT As industrial operations become increasingly connected, cyber threats are no longer theoretical. They’re real, and every machine builder needs to consider them. In this 1…

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Nidec Showcases Integrated HVACR Technologies at Chillventa 2026

September 22, 2026 Nidec will showcase its comprehensive HVACR offering at Chillventa 2026, the world’s leading exhibition for refrigeration, air conditioning, ventilation and heat pump technology, taking place in Nuremberg, Germany, from 13-15 October 2026. Exhibiting together on a shared stand, Nidec Drives and Embraco will demonstrate how their combined technologies help original equipment manufacturers,…

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Proax Achieves ABB Value Provider Status for Drives Products

Septmerb 21, 2026 Proax is proud to announce its official recognition as an ABB Value Provider (AVP) marking a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to delivering comprehensive drives expertise to Canadian customers. The AVP authorization recognizes Proax’s demonstrated commitment to consistent quality, deep understanding of local markets, and technical support. As an official ABB…

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Simplifying AC Motor Control with a More Integrated Inverter

September 3, 2026 Electrical motors power critical manufacturing processes, from conveyors and processing equipment, to pumps, compressors, and material-handling systems. Controlling these motors effectively requires turning them on and off. Manufacturers need precise speed and torque control while also managing safety, connectivity, wiring, and system complexity. Why Flexible Motor Control Matters Manufacturers often use multiple…

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Omron Expands Motion Portfolio with Introduction of the New M1 Inverter Family

August 18, 2026 New inverter platform delivers advanced motor control, integrated safety, and seamless Sysmac connectivity to simplify machine design and improve operational performance. OMRON Automation has introduced the M1 Inverter family, a new addition to its motion portfolio designed to provide machine builders and manufacturers with a scalable solution for AC motor control. The…

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Proax is Now an ABB Value Provider for Drives

August 31, 2026 Proax Technologies is thrilled to announce their official authorization as an AVP delivering highly trained expertise and ABB’s complete drives portfolio to Canadian customers. Now offering:✅ AC & DC drives✅ Local technical support and expertise “This authorization recognizes our commitment to delivering quality service, deep understanding of local markets, and technical excellence…

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Introducing the eCatalog: A Smarter Way to Explore ABB’s Drive Portfolio

August 20, 2026 Designed to simplify the product selection process, the eCatalog combines comprehensive, always up-to-date product information with intuitive digital tools, making it easier to identify the right solution for every application. ABB is pleased to introduce their newly released eCatalog—a centralized digital platform that transforms the way their customers and partners access, explore and compare their drives portfolio. Designed…

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ABB Expands HVACR Low Voltage Drives Portfolio with New UL Type 12 and Type 4X Vertical Bypass Drives

August 17, 2026 ABB’s ACH580 UL (NEMA) Type 12 and UL Type 4X Vertical Bypass Drives are engineered for HVACR applications that demand reliability, protection, and space efficiency. ABB’s ACH580 UL (NEMA) Type 12 and Type 4X Vertical Bypass Drives are engineered for HVACR applications that demand reliability, protection, and space efficiency. Designed for use…

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140ME Motor Protective Switching Devices: Where Motor Protection Meets Smart System Design

July 9, 2026 The 140ME brings essential motor safeguarding capabilities into scalable, data‑driven control panel designs The 140ME Motor Protective Switching Device delivers more reliable branch‑circuit protection by combining disconnect capability, magnetic short‑circuit protection, electronic overload protection and manual switching for motor control. Built to safeguard motors from overload, phase loss, and short‑circuit conditions, the…

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Rockwell Automation Expands EtherNet/IP In-Cabinet Solution with New Motor Control and Power Connection Capabilities

July 9, 2026 Rockwell’s release integrates more motor control components, improves diagnostics and simplifies control panel design Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), one of the world’s largest companies dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, announced new capabilities of its EtherNet/IP™ In-cabinet Solution, expanding support for additional motor control and protection devices on May 14, 2026. The…

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AKA Energy Systems and ABB Strengthen Strategic Partnership to Deliver Canadian Power and Propulsion Solutions

July 6, 2026 Partnership combines Canadian engineering expertise and global technology leadership to support marine, naval, and industrial energy projects AKA Energy Systems (AKA) and ABB Canada are pleased to announce a new strategic partnership that expands their collaboration in delivering advanced power, propulsion, and energy solutions for marine, naval, and industrial applications across Canada….

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Electromate Introduces New Kollmorgen Essentials™ Controller and High-Voltage Drive Capability for Cost-Effective Motion Control

June 29, 2026 Expanded Kollmorgen Essentials portfolio delivers greater scalability, simplified integration, and higher power capability for industrial machine builders. Electromate Inc., Canada’s leading distributor of motion control, robotics, and mechatronic solutions, is pleased to announce the availability of the latest additions to the Kollmorgen Essentials™ portfolio: the new PCMM2G Essentials controller and high-voltage drive…

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ABB Report Shows How a 0.2 Percent Motor Efficiency Gain Could Unlock Billions for Industry

June 24, 2026 ABB’s new report, The Industrial Efficiency Gap, shows how high-efficiency industrial motors and generators can unlock one of the largest untapped opportunities to save energy, cut costs and reduce emissions in global industry. Motors rated above 375 kW account for an estimated 10.4 percent of global electricity demand today, a figure…

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Case Study: Optimizing Harmonic Mitigation in Wastewater Treatment

June 22, 2026 Segment and Application In a municipality, wastewater treatment plants typically stand out as the main consumers of electricity. The operational processes exhibit significant load variations throughout a 24-hour cycle, necessitating the use of AC drives to regulate pumps, blowers, and other motorized equipment in response to fluctuating demand. In one wastewater treatment…

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Drives

Introducing the Market’s Smallest 15 hp Micro Drive – Discover the Expanded Commander S Range

Flir Expands Test and Measurement Portfolio with Four New Meterlink-Connected Tools for Field Professionals

ABB Webinar: Cybersecurity in Industrial Drives

Nidec Showcases Integrated HVACR Technologies at Chillventa 2026

Proax Achieves ABB Value Provider Status for Drives Products

Simplifying AC Motor Control with a More Integrated Inverter

Omron Expands Motion Portfolio with Introduction of the New M1 Inverter Family

Proax is Now an ABB Value Provider for Drives

Introducing the eCatalog: A Smarter Way to Explore ABB’s Drive Portfolio

ABB Expands HVACR Low Voltage Drives Portfolio with New UL Type 12 and Type 4X Vertical Bypass Drives

140ME Motor Protective Switching Devices: Where Motor Protection Meets Smart System Design

Rockwell Automation Expands EtherNet/IP In-Cabinet Solution with New Motor Control and Power Connection Capabilities

AKA Energy Systems and ABB Strengthen Strategic Partnership to Deliver Canadian Power and Propulsion Solutions

Electromate Introduces New Kollmorgen Essentials™ Controller and High-Voltage Drive Capability for Cost-Effective Motion Control

ABB Report Shows How a 0.2 Percent Motor Efficiency Gain Could Unlock Billions for Industry

Case Study: Optimizing Harmonic Mitigation in Wastewater Treatment

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