February 12, 2026 Manual restart is a thing of the past Everything runs smoothly and safely Unilin’s goal is “Zero Harm” – i.e. to create a working environment in which safety for human and machine is the top priority. However, the existing woodworking processes at the production site in Izegem, Belgium, did carry certain risks….
February 11, 2026 Siemens and NVIDIA announced on January 6, 2026, a significant expansion of their strategic partnership to bring artificial intelligence into the real world. Together, the companies aim to develop industrial and physical AI solutions that will bring AI-driven innovation to every industry and industrial workflow, as well as accelerate each others’ operations. …
February 11, 2026 Effective December 15, 2025 Canada Controls is proud to announce the official acquisition of West Excel Automation, marking a major step forward in their mission to elevate automation and building technology solutions across Canada. This acquisition brings together two organizations with a shared dedication to innovation, reliability, and customer-focused excellence. By uniting…
February 11, 2026 Machine builders, automation engineers, and controls engineers face constant pressure to accelerate development cycles while ensuring reliability and future‑ready performance. WAGO’s new OEM Starter Kit is built to support that goal, offering a compact, powerful, and easy‑to‑deploy solution that helps teams prototype, evaluate, and build smarter from day one. Whether you’re bringing…
February 11, 2026 igus has announced that it is the first supplier to qualify halogen-free chainflex® TPE cables for IPA dry cleanroom classes 4 and 5 through the Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and Automation (IPA). This certification ensures customers in highly automated battery production receive energy supply solutions with a guaranteed service life of up…
February 9, 2026 February 5, 2026 marks an exciting milestone for SEW-EURODRIVE Canada with the official opening of their Innovation Hub—their dedicated research and development division focused on advancing software-driven automation. This hub exists for one reason: to push beyond today’s limitations- “ No Limits”. By integrating intelligent software directly into automation technology, SEW-EURODRIVE’s teams…
February 5, 2026 World’s largest completed nuclear refurbishment will generate secure, reliable, clean electricity to power 3.5 million homes and support 14,200 workers for the next 30 years On February 2, 2026, Minister Stephen Lecce announced a significant milestone in the government’s plan to protect Ontario with the completion of construction on the refurbishment of…
February 5, 2026 From the Prime Minister of Canada The world is changing rapidly, fundamentally reshaping trade relationships and leaving economies, businesses, and workers under a cloud of uncertainty. Canada’s automotive industry is on the frontline of this shift, with more than 90% of Canadian-made vehicles and 60% of Canadian-made auto parts currently exported to…
February 5, 2026 Backgrounder Canada is, and will remain, a nation that builds cars. For over 100 years, the automotive industry has been a cornerstone of our economy, underpinning advanced manufacturing, driving innovation and supporting hundreds of thousands of well‑paying jobs across the country. Backed by a world-class workforce, globally recognized parts suppliers and leading‑edge research…
February 5, 2026 Advancing engineering education and global research and innovation Canada’s new energy competitiveness and development strategy demands bold solutions—and ABB is preparing the next generation of engineers to lead it. ABB Canada has donated nearly $150,000 CAD in advanced equipment to transform the Schulich School of Engineering at the University of Calgary‘s Power Control…
February 3, 2026 Choosing the right wire marker or cable label Cable and wire labelling is critical in the identification, assembly, and repair of electrical control panels, wire harnesses, and data/telecommunications systems. It is an upfront cost that saves time and labour expenses when changes or repairs need to occur to the systems you work…
February 2, 2026 With the Safety Distance Calculator, Pilz provides a free, browser-based software tool, making it much easier for users to calculate safety distances for safety light curtains. Calculations can now be carried out in accordance with the previous version of EN ISO 13855 as well as the revised EN ISO 13855:2024. What does…
January 30, 02026 Enhanced flexibility for industrial applications Carlo Gavazzi Automation, the international electronics group with activities in the design, manufacture, and marketing of electronic equipment, announced the launch of the new NRG 3-phase series of digital solid state relays on January 30, 2026. Designed to meet the growing demand for high-performance switching solutions, the…
January 29, 2026 Trio Motion Technology has launched a new I/O system, extending the machine control and connectivity of its new Motion-PLC controller range. The MS I/O System directly integrates high-speed I/O to Trio’s new range of Flexible Machine Controllers via compact slices, giving machine builders flexibility over machine control connectivity and reducing the cost of…
January 28, 2026 CSA Learning offers more than 150 comprehensive, standards-based learning solutions that help individuals and organizations improve safety and increase environmental sustainability and implement effective business practices. CSA Learning solutions are developed through the combined expertise of experienced instructional designers and subject matter specialists. Our solutions employ a range of instructional methods to…
January 28, 2026 Techspan offers complete wire management solutions for control panels, including cable ties, terminals and ferrules, wire duct, multi-pole connectors, compression and mechanical lugs, pushbuttons, contactors, heat shrink. terminal blocks and DIN rail, cord grips, Teck connectors, spiral wrap, and loom and braided sleeving. CABLE TIES TERMINALS & FERRULES Over 1000 different terminals…
