April 28, 2026 Marcus Advanced WATT+ PLUS TM Technology Maximum efficiency, lowest losses, trouble-free performance, longer life Long before the term ‘Green Energy’ came into vogue, they were making lighting and distribution transformers that significantly reduced power consumption for commercial and industrial users. Marcus advanced WATT+ PLUS manufacturing technology ensures maximum efficiency, lowest losses, trouble-free performance, and…
April 28, 2026 Hammond Power Solutions (HPS) is one of the largest manufacturers of dry-type transformers in North America. They engineer and manufacture a wide range of standard and custom transformers that are exported globally in electrical equipment and systems. For example, they offer a lineup of units that address a broad range of unique…
April 27 2026 Backgrounder The government is launching Canada’s first national sovereign wealth fund—the Canada Strong Fund. This fund is about making sure that the returns from Build Canada Strong are shared with Canadians. A Clear Mission Designed to give all Canadians a direct stake in the Build Canada agenda, it is a Government of…
April 27 ,2026 The world is increasingly dangerous, divided, and uncertain. In response, Canada’s new government is focused on what we can control: building a stronger, more resilient, more independent Canadian economy. At the core of this new strategy are nation-building projects – new ports, mines, and trade and energy corridors that will unlock our…
April 27, 2026 Physical AI captivates the political and industrial world During the traditional opening tour of Hannover Messe on April 20, 2026, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Beckhoff Automation, a high-tech company. At the Verl-based family company’s booth, its founder and Managing Director Hans Beckhoff, together with his children Frederike Beckhoff and Johannes Beckhoff,…
April 27, 2026 Electromate Inc., a Canadian distributor of advanced mechatronic and robotic solutions, has been recognized as the 95th Best Workplace in Canada in 2026 by Great Place to Work. This recognition reflects their ongoing commitment to building a workplace grounded in employee engagement, trust, and a clearly defined company culture. Electromate places a…
April 23, 2026 Taking automation to the next level with natural language Merging artificial intelligence and classic machine control as the basis for physical AI is a key topic for Beckhoff at Hannover Messe 2026. The automation specialist will be demonstrating how large language models (LLMs) directly influence real motion sequences via standardized interfaces. The…
April 23, 2026 What is the best way to protect network equipment in a warehouse? The best approach depends on the environment, but in many cases: 👉 A wall-mounted cabinet with filtered airflow provides an effective solution This approach: What Types of Enclosures Can Be Used? 👉 For most warehouse applications, filtered enclosures are the preferred…
April 22, 2026 New partnership delivers a turnkey, off-balance sheet funding option for building owners to modernize infrastructure and reduce carbon emissions Building owners in Atlantic Canada now have a streamlined, fully supported pathway to modernize aging infrastructure, improve energy efficiency, and reduce carbon emissions. The ReCover Initiative (ReCover) and Efficiency Capital have announced a…
April 22, 2026 Joint Industry Perspective from the Industrial Security Harmonization Group (ISHG) The Industrial Security Harmonization Group (ISHG) has released a joint industry perspective highlighting a critical truth in industrial cybersecurity: secure industrial communication is not determined by protocols alone, but by how they are deployed and managed in real-world environments. The ISHG—comprising leading…
April 20, 2026 By Krystie Johnston Have you ever heard the Greek legend of Sisyphus? He was a king condemned by the gods to roll a boulder up a hill, only for it to roll back down and him to start again once he reached the summit – for eternity. Allegorically, this story embodies futility…
April 21, 2026 Training systems help workers build the technical skills needed to deploy and maintain warehouse automation As automation accelerates across intralogistics and warehouse operations, many companies face a growing challenge: deploying increasingly advanced systems without enough skilled technicians to install, operate, and maintain them. Festo Didactic addresses the workforce challenge the recent MODEX Show 2026 by featuring training solutions designed to build the automation skills needed to keep…
April 21, 2026 German court rules in favor of Teradyne Robotics, issues injunction against Elite Robots In February, Teradyne Robotics A/S, a subsidiary of Teradyne, Inc (NASDAQ:TER) took legal action in Germany against Elite Robots’ German subsidiary, Elite Robots Deutschland GmbH (“Elite Robots Germany“) for copyright infringement of Universal Robots’ software. Now, the Regional Court of Hamburg has issued…
April 20, 2026 Niron Magnetics, a leading manufacturer of rare-earth-free Iron Nitride permanent magnets, announced that it is initiating a formal site selection process for a new high-volume manufacturing (HVM) plant in the U.S on March 16, 2026. The new plant is intended to significantly expand national production capacity for the next-generation of permanent magnets…
April 20, 2026 New Peak Performance program will incentivise businesses to lower electricity use during high demand periods, protecting grid reliability and keeping costs down As part of its plan to build a more self-reliant energy system, the Ontario government is further expanding its offerings under the Energy Efficiency Framework by introducing the new Peak Performance program. The…
April 17, 2026 Smart software elevates productivity and profitability for cutting tool manufacturers – see it live at GrindingHub, May 5-8 – Hall 7, Stand A70 ANCA, a global leader in CNC tool grinding technology, presents the latest iteration of ToolRoom RN35, the most advanced and intelligent release of its flexible tool design and grinding…
