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Federal and Provincial Government Investment of More than $200 Million for Phase II of the University of Montreal Science Complex: Canada and Quebec at the Forefront of Advanced Materials, Computing and Artificial Intelligence

June 17, 2026 The Honourable Rachel Bendayan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister and Member of Parliament for Outremont, Caroline Desrochers, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Housing and Infrastructure, as well as Martine Biron, Minister of Higher Education and Minister responsible for the Status of Women and Eric Girard, Minister of Government Digital Transformation,…

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Why Are More Organizations Standardizing on Wall-Mount Server Cabinets?

June 10, 2026 For decades, the traditional server room was the center of an organization’s IT infrastructure. Servers, networking equipment, and telecommunications hardware were all housed in large floor-standing cabinets within dedicated spaces. Today, that model is changing. As networks become more distributed and organizations deploy equipment closer to users, applications, and connected devices, wall-mount…

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Festo VTOC Valve Terminal Can Control up to 96 Control Points in Semiconductor Fabrication

June 3, 2026 Festo VTOC Valve Terminal Can Control up to 96 Control Points in Semiconductor Fabrication As semiconductor gas box designs incorporate more process lines and control points, the number of pilot valves required to manage critical gases increases. Typical valve terminals with limited capacity force OEMs to use multiple units, increasing panel space,…

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Critical Components for Physical AI

June 2, 2026 Electromate is a leading mechatronics and robotics supplier in Canada, providing the advanced motion components that make Physical AI possible. As a trusted Canadian source for high-performance mechatronics, Electromate supplies servo motors, frameless torque motors, motor drives, precision gearheads, integrated actuators, and robotic joints from top manufacturers. These components form the building blocks…

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New Interactive Factory Microsite Helps Manufacturers Discover EXAIR Solutions

May 29, 2026 New Interactive Factory Microsite Helps Manufacturers Discover EXAIR Solutions EXAIR has launched a new interactive factory microsite designed to help manufacturers quickly identify products that can improve efficiency, safety and performance throughout their facility. The digital experience features a fully interactive factory floor map with clickable hotspots positioned throughout key production and maintenance areas. Each hotspot…

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EM600 Series: Wi-Fi Enabled Multiprotocol Energy Analyzers from Carlo Gavazzi

May 28, 2026 Carlo Gavazzi Automation, the international electronics group active in the design, manufacture, and marketing of electronic equipment, is proud to announce the launch of the EM630 W and EM640 W, the new Wi-Fi-enabled versions of the EM600 Series of three-phase energy analyzers. Based on the proven EM600 B (Ethernet) range, the EM600…

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Power Supplies with EtherCAT from PULS

May 27, 2026 Experience the power of real-time application data provided by PULS power supplies with EtherCAT interface. Easy. Efficient. EtherCAT. Application data in real-time PULS power supplies with integrated EtherCAT ports can be directly connected to EtherCAT controllers – without the need for additional gateways, providing easy and rapid access to all application data and…

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WAGO’s Pro 2 Power Supply

May 19, 2026 Power supply; Pro 2; 1-phase; 24 VDC output voltage; 40 A output current; TopBoost + PowerBoost; communication capability; Redundancy; Input voltage range: 200 … 240 VAC The Pro 2 Power Supply from WAGO is designed to meet the demands of various applications, offering high power density and efficiency in a compact form….

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Festo Intelligent End Plates Simplify Remote I/O System Expansion

May 13, 2026 Festo introduces intelligent end plates for the CPX-AP-A remote I/O platform. This solution extends system communication, diagnostics, and power across multiple machine zones. For machine builders managing modular machines with multiple zones, these intelligent end plates simplify remote I/O expansion by reducing wiring complexity for setup and commissioning. With intelligent end plates EPLI and EPLI-S, machine builders can scale remote I/O systems across independent machine sections without redesigning controls or duplicating power and networking connections. The location of I/O and pneumatic valves can be optimized to the point of use. The AP architecture maintains high-speed communication,…

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ODVA: Why Secure Industrial Communication Depends on Deployment as well as Protocols

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…

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Smart Power Supplies from PULS

Posted April 14, 2026, updated July 28, 2026 PULS supports its customers with a growing line-up of power supplies with communication interface. The devices provide direct access to a large range of highly informative data-sets that help to monitor, analyse and optimise the complete power supply concept of any machinery – from the quality of the…

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New Study Shows Energy Industry Accelerating Shift Toward Autonomous Operations by 2030 as AI Reshapes Performance

April 10, 2026 Asia leads current adoption levels, with North America, including Canada planning the most aggressive acceleration, fueled by AI driven energy demand and expanding data center infrastructure Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, unveiled new research highlighting a powerful combination of pressures pushing autonomous operations to the top of the agenda for…

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ABB’s Satellite-Based Technologies Develop More Precise Measurement of Emissions and Earth Changes

April 10, 2026 By Krystie Johnston One of the biggest challenges in the fight to address climate change is to accurately measure the emissions we produce and the impacts they have on the planet. Although tools and instruments have been useful to identify and measure these variables here on earth, some of the greatest advances…

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Ontario Welcomes Microsoft’s AI Infrastructure Expansion

April 8, 2026 Investment will strengthen Ontario’s leadership in cloud and AI services, while supporting 1,250 good-paying jobs The Ontario government is welcoming a multi-billion-dollar investment from Microsoft, as part of the company’s previously announced $19 billion commitment to Canada. Through this investment, Microsoft is expanding its cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure across Ontario, significantly scaling up…

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Government of Canada Supports Aerospace and Space Innovation to Strengthen Security, Boost Prosperity, and Enhance Sovereign Capabilities

April 2, 2026 FedDev Ontario invests $14.5 million for Kepler Communications and Dishon Limited to advance made‑in‑Canada defence capabilities Canada’s security and economic prosperity depend on strong domestic capabilities in critical technologies. The Government of Canada is committed to supporting innovative companies that strengthen our defence readiness, and create high‑quality jobs for Canadians. On April…

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Canada Continues to Invest in Defence to Strengthen National Security

April 1, 2026 VAC Minister McKnight visits CFB Esquimalt, highlights NATO 2% targeted spending Canada continues to face a rapidly evolving global security environment, requiring sustained and strategic investment to strengthen national defence, protect Canadians, assert sovereignty, and support Allies and partners. Over the last year, the Government of Canada has moved at unprecedented speed…

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Communications & Networks

Federal and Provincial Government Investment of More than $200 Million for Phase II of the University of Montreal Science Complex: Canada and Quebec at the Forefront of Advanced Materials, Computing and Artificial Intelligence

Why Are More Organizations Standardizing on Wall-Mount Server Cabinets?

Festo VTOC Valve Terminal Can Control up to 96 Control Points in Semiconductor Fabrication

Critical Components for Physical AI

New Interactive Factory Microsite Helps Manufacturers Discover EXAIR Solutions

EM600 Series: Wi-Fi Enabled Multiprotocol Energy Analyzers from Carlo Gavazzi

Power Supplies with EtherCAT from PULS

WAGO’s Pro 2 Power Supply

Festo Intelligent End Plates Simplify Remote I/O System Expansion

ODVA: Why Secure Industrial Communication Depends on Deployment as well as Protocols

Smart Power Supplies from PULS

New Study Shows Energy Industry Accelerating Shift Toward Autonomous Operations by 2030 as AI Reshapes Performance

ABB’s Satellite-Based Technologies Develop More Precise Measurement of Emissions and Earth Changes

Ontario Welcomes Microsoft’s AI Infrastructure Expansion

Government of Canada Supports Aerospace and Space Innovation to Strengthen Security, Boost Prosperity, and Enhance Sovereign Capabilities

Canada Continues to Invest in Defence to Strengthen National Security

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