August 10, 2026 Hammond Power Solutions Inc. (“HPS” or the “Company”) (TSX: HPS.A) a leading manufacturer of dry-type transformers, power quality products and related magnetics, announced its financial results for the second quarter 2026 on July 30, 2026. QUARTERLY HIGHLIGHTS: “The second quarter was an outstanding quarter for HPS, with record sales, improved margins and…
August 10, 2026 Hammond Appoints ConnexIT as Midwest Region Representative Hammond Manufacturing is pleased to announce the appointment of ConnexIT, LLC as its new representative firm for the Great Lakes region. ConnexIT will represent Hammond’s Rack Mounting Solutions division throughout Northern Illinois, Indiana, Western Wisconsin, and Michigan. Based in Naperville, Illinois, ConnexIT is led by…
August 10, 2026 ABB Invests in LevelTen Energy to Advance Clean Energy Procurement ABB has formed a strategic partnership and made a minority investment in LevelTen Energy, the world’s largest marketplace for clean energy transactions including power purchase agreements (PPAs). Headquartered in the United States, LevelTen has facilitated more than 20 GW of clean energy…
July 23, 2026 New CSA Public Policy Centre report explores how standards can support more reliable and resilient energy systems as demand grows and complexity increases As Canada faces increasing pressure to build a more resilient, reliable and secure energy system, a new report from the CSA Public Policy Centre highlights the need for a…
July 22, 2026 The Machinery Regulation replaces the Machinery Directive. Which requirements apply to machine manufacturers? Application of the EU Machinery Regulation 2023/1230 is mandatory from 20 January 2027. It came into force in all member states on 19 July 2023, twenty days after it was published in the Official Journal of the European Union. The Machinery Regulation (MR) contains…
July 20, 2026 Supply agreement will focus on developing next-generation motor technologies using high-performance rare-earth-free Iron Nitride magnets Niron Magnetics, a leader in rare-earth-free Iron Nitride permanent magnets, and ASPINA, a global manufacturer of precision motors, actuators and system solutions, have entered a supply agreement to support rare-earth-free motor solutions across a range of applications, including automotive, industrial,…
July 17, 2026 The Forum of Labour Market Ministers (FLMM) met in Halifax to discuss shared labour market challenges and opportunities across Canada. The meeting was co-chaired by the Honourable Patty Hajdu, federal Minister of Jobs and Families, and the Honourable Nolan Young, Nova Scotia’s Minister of Labour, Skills and Immigration. Minister Hajdu opened the…
July 17, 2026 The global landscape continues to evolve, creating uncertainty and new challenges for workers and communities across Canada. In response to these changing conditions, the Government of Canada is focused on strengthening Canada’s economic resilience and supporting long-term growth. This calls for decisive action from all orders of government to protect jobs, strengthen…
July 17, 2026 From the office of the Prime Minister, Mark Carney: “In a more dangerous and divided world, Canada is taking full responsibility for our own defence. To that end, Canada’s new government is making generational investments in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) – reaching NATO’s 2% defence spending target for the first time since the…
July 17, 2026 Björn Twiehaus Appointed New CEO of the WAGO Group The WAGO Group is preparing for its next chapter of growth: on September 15, Björn Twiehaus (48) will take over the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the family-owned company headquartered in Minden. He succeeds Jürgen Koopsingraven, who currently serves as interim CEO in addition to his role…
July 15, 2026 Siemens announced a major expansion of its Saskatoon research and development hub, strengthening Siemens’ EDA business within Siemens Digital Industries Software to support rising global demand for advanced semiconductor and artificial intelligence technologies on July 15, 2026. The expansion adds 10,000 square feet at the Innovation Saskatchewan Research and Technology Park, bringing…
July 16, 2026 Ad hoc Announcement pursuant to Art. 53 Listing Rules of SIX Swiss Exchange ABB Ltd (“ABB”) announces that it has agreed with Rotork plc (“Rotork”), a well-established global provider of mission-critical intelligent flow control solutions and a leading independent manufacturer of electric actuators, the terms of a recommended cash offer for the…
July 16, 2026 Carlo Gavazzi Automation, the international electronics group active in the design, manufacture, and marketing of electronic equipment, is pleased to introduce the DRC61 Series, an insulation monitoring device specifically developed for unearthed DC systems up to 1,000 Volts DC, targeting the fast-growing EV charging infrastructure market. The DRC61 Series represents a strategic expansion of Carlo Gavazzi’s portfolio for electric…
July 15, 2026 Amii has received $1 million in Claude credits from Anthropic, as part of the AI company’s $10 million CAD investment in Canadian research institutions. The credits will be used by research and engineering teams at Amii to help bridge the gap between academic research and practical AI adoption in industry. This support comes…
July 15, 2026 ABB to Acquire Advantics, Expanding Direct Current Portfolio ABB is acquiring Advantics, a specialist provider of Silicon Carbide-based power conversion solutions based in France. The acquisition expands ABB’s Direct Current (DC) portfolio and positions the company to serve accelerating demand for efficient DC solutions across data centers, industrial microgrids, power generation and…
July 14, 2026 Hammond Power Solutions (HPS), a leading manufacturer of dry-type transformers and power quality solutions, is celebrating its 25th anniversary as an independent public company, marking a quarter-century of growth, innovation, and customer partnership. Twenty-five years ago, HPS began a new chapter in the 100-year legacy of the Hammond name. Established as an…
