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Hammond Manufacturing Expands Western Canada Presence with New Calgary Distribution Centre

April 21, 2026 Hammond Manufacturing Expands Western Canada Presence with New Calgary Distribution Centre Hammond Manufacturing, a leading North American manufacturer of electrical enclosures, is pleased to announce the opening of its new Western Canada Regional Distribution Centre in Calgary, Alberta. This new 55,000 square-foot facility represents a significant investment in Hammond’s commitment to service…

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Festo Didactic Brings Workforce Training Focus to the Recent MODEX Show 2026

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…

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German Court Rules in Favor of Teradyne Robotics and Issues Preliminary Injunction Against Elite Robots Deutschland in Copyright Infringement Case

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…

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ROBOTIQ: After Serialization: Completing Efficiency & Traceability with Palletizing

Upcoming webinar with OPTEL and Robotiq: Live on April 28th 10 AM EDT How pharmaceutical manufacturers are connecting serialization, aggregation, and palletizing If serialization and aggregation are already part of your operations, the next step, ensuring efficiency and traceability at the pallet level, can make a significant difference. In this session, we’ll show how manufacturers are…

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Niron Magnetics Advances U.S. Permanent Magnet Manufacturing Plans

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…

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Ontario Launches New Program to Strengthen Electricity Grid and Reduce Costs for Consumers

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…

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Endress+Hauser Reports Positive Results for 2025, with Record Sales

April 15, 2026 Last year, Endress+Hauser generated over four billion euros in sales for the first time. Its successful integration of sensor manufacturer SICK’s gas analysis and gas measurement technology enabled good growth. Worldwide, the Swiss-based measurement and automation technology specialist created new jobs and invested at record levels. The company maintained solid profitability despite strong downward currency effects on…

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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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5 Strategic Reasons to Attend the Lumen Exhibition

April 8, 2026 In a market where deadlines are tight and projects are increasingly complex, staying competitive is no longer just about technical skills. It also depends on having the right tools, the right information, and the right partners by your side. The Lumen Exhibition is more than just an event—it’s a strategic lever designed to…

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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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Wesco’s Industrial Playbook 2025 Brings Application-Based Thinking to Canadian Industry

April 7, 2026 Wesco has introduced its Industrial Playbook 2025, a Canadian-focused guide designed to help industrial customers, specifiers, and channel partners navigate a broad range of products, services, and application-specific solutions. Rather than functioning as a conventional line card or product catalogue, the playbook is structured as a practical resource built around real operating…

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maxon Lunch & Learn Seminar on May 14, 2026, on Multi-axis Motion Systems & Robotics

April 6, 2026 Electromate Inc. will host an upcoming Lunch & Learn seminar on May 14, 2026, in collaboration with maxon, offering design engineers and OEMs a focused session on Multi-axis Motion Systems & Robotics. What Will You Learn? This session is built to give attendees a clearer understanding of synchronization levels in multi-axis systems and the communication impact behind…

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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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Minister Thompson Announces Largest Canadian Defence Investment in Newfoundland and Labrador’s History

April 2, 2026 On April 1, 2026, the Honourable Joanne Thompson, Minister of Fisheries, along with Philip Earle, Member of Parliament for Labrador, Newfoundland and Labrador, on behalf of the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, announced significant long-term investments at 5 Wing Goose Bay that may total up to $8 billion as…

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Canada Invests in Energy Innovation to Become a Clean Energy Superpower

April 2, 2026 Canada is at a pivotal moment. In an increasingly uncertain world, we must act with urgency to retool our economy, strengthen our energy security and secure long-term affordability and prosperity. That means building and deploying the technologies that will power a clean, reliable and competitive energy system. From carbon capture to renewable…

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Hammond Manufacturing Expands Western Canada Presence with New Calgary Distribution Centre

Festo Didactic Brings Workforce Training Focus to the Recent MODEX Show 2026

German Court Rules in Favor of Teradyne Robotics and Issues Preliminary Injunction Against Elite Robots Deutschland in Copyright Infringement Case

ROBOTIQ: After Serialization: Completing Efficiency & Traceability with Palletizing

Niron Magnetics Advances U.S. Permanent Magnet Manufacturing Plans

Ontario Launches New Program to Strengthen Electricity Grid and Reduce Costs for Consumers

Endress+Hauser Reports Positive Results for 2025, with Record Sales

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

5 Strategic Reasons to Attend the Lumen Exhibition

Ontario Welcomes Microsoft’s AI Infrastructure Expansion

Wesco’s Industrial Playbook 2025 Brings Application-Based Thinking to Canadian Industry

maxon Lunch & Learn Seminar on May 14, 2026, on Multi-axis Motion Systems & Robotics

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

Minister Thompson Announces Largest Canadian Defence Investment in Newfoundland and Labrador’s History

Canada Invests in Energy Innovation to Become a Clean Energy Superpower

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