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ABB Expands Portfolio with New IP66 / Type 4X Drives for Demanding Environments

June 2, 2026 ABB has extended its all-compatible drive portfolio with the introduction of IP66 / UL Type 4X rated variants across its ACS580 General Purpose, ACH580 HVACR, and ACQ580 Water & Wastewater drive families. Purpose-built for the most demanding operating environments, the new drives can withstand extreme rain, heat, cold, salt spray, hosing down,…

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Robotiq Introduces IQ Platform to Automate Robotic Workcell Integration

June 2, 2026 AI-enabled IQ platform helps manufacturers quickly convert unstructured project data, 3D site scans and production requirements into validated robotic Workcell designs Robotiq introduced IQ, an AI-enabled platform designed to make robotic Workcell integration faster, more predictable, and easier to scale on June 2, 2026. Enabling a much–needed shift from a manual, expert-dependent…

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Inbolt Launches Vision-Enabled Robot Programming, Closing the Loop from CAD to Factory Floor

June 1, 2026 Inbolt, the robot intelligence company that turns digital twins into live robot control, is launching two new capabilities that complete the company’s AI vision model for robot guidance: Inbolt Robot Programming and an expanded Inbolt Robot Control. The launch pad is Booth #1675 at Automate 2026 in Chicago, June 22-25. “Robot deployment…

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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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Type 4X/ 6P Diecast Aluminum Enclosures from Hammond Manufacturing

May 27, 2026 1590Z Series: Watertight, Thick Wall, UL Listed The Type 4X/ 6P Diecast Aluminum Enclosures 1590Z Series from Hammond Manufacturing is a rugged, diecast aluminum alloy electronic instrument enclosure. Two piece tongue and groove construction with a replaceable one piece silicone rubber gasket provides protection against ingress of dust and water. Gasket supplied loose…

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OMRON Introduces New Mast Configuration Options for OL-450S AMR

May 26, 2026 New configurations give manufacturers more flexibility to match automation with their environment. OMRON Robotics and Safety Technologies announced expanded configuration options for the OL-450S Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR), adding new mast accessories for cart and load carrier transport across production and intralogistics operations. The OL-450S is now available in a standard no-mast…

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Festo Introduces GripperAI, an AI-Based Solution for Mixed-Product Robotic Handling; Software Selects the Best Gripping Tool

May 25, 2026 When robotic cells must handle a range of variable products within the same machine, mixed-product environments often require repeated programming, application-specific integration, and expensive 3D camera setups. These demands can slow deployment, increase integration cost, and make it difficult to scale automation across operations. To address these challenges, Festo introduces GripperAI, a…

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ABB Forms First Indigenous Channel Partner Collaboration in Canada with LaFlesche

May 21, 2026 ABB Forms First Indigenous Channel Partner Collaboration in Canada with LaFlesche ABB has entered into its first Indigenous channel partner collaboration in Canada with LaFlesche, an Indigenous‑owned advanced manufacturing, machining and rapid prototyping firm based in the Kahnawà:ke community in Quebec. The partnership will complement LaFlesche’s core offerings while strengthening ABB’s network of authorized…

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Solid 2025 Results Provide Festo with Basis for Continued Growth, with Focus on Advancing Seamless Automation

May 19, 2026 The Festo Group recorded solid financial results in 2025 despite a challenging business environment. Sales declined only slightly to €3.33 billion (-3.7% from the previous year). Machinery manufacturers are facing challenging market conditions, hampered by trade barriers such as unpredictable US tariff policies and geopolitical conflicts. Many remain hesitant to invest, the…

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90% of Manufacturers Say Digital Transformation Is Now Essential, According to New Global Study

May 20, 2026 2026 State of Smart Manufacturing Report shows manufacturers scaling AI, strengthening operations and focusing on measurable outcomes Rockwell Automation, Inc, one of the world’s largest companies dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, released findings from its 11th annual “State of Smart Manufacturing” report on May 19, 2026. The global study of…

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Siemens Launches Groundbreaking Portfolio for the Era of Direct Current Technology

May 19, 2026 Siemens Smart Infrastructure has launched a new, comprehensive portfolio of direct current (DC) protection and switching solutions, solidifying its position as a pioneer in the DC era. The new offering, including the innovative SENTRON 3QD2 semiconductor circuit breaker and the SIRIUS 3RF5 solid-state switching device, is designed to meet the growing demand…

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Prime Minister Carney Announces Team Canada Strong – A Nationwide Plan to Recruit up to 100,000 Skilled Trades Workers

May 19, 2026 From the Office of the Prime Minister, Mark Carney: The global trade landscape is rapidly changing. 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 strategy is an ambitious plan to build nation-building projects, more…

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Canada and Alberta Strike Agreement to Diversify Our Exports, Reduce Emissions, and Build a Stronger Economy

May 19, 2026 The world is changing rapidly. In response, Canada’s new government is focused on what we can control: building an affordable, competitive, and sustainable Canadian economy. To that end, we must build our strength at home and diversify our export markets abroad. To advance these shared missions, in November, Canada and Alberta signed a Memorandum…

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New Update: Bernstein Foot Switches at ITC Electrical

May 19, 2026 Catalog Update: Bernstein Foot Switches ITC has updated the Bernstein Foot Switches section of their catalog to reflect Bernstein’s latest product code revisions. These new part numbers improve clarity, alignment with current manufacturing standards, and ordering accuracy. Product specifications remain unchanged. To support customers during the transition, ITC Electrical has included a product code comparison…

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NOARK’s Breakthrough in AI Data Centers: A Story of Speed, Strategy, and Execution

May 19, 2026 In November 2025, NOARK Electric was presented with an opportunity that would test not only its capabilities, but its agility, coordination, and decision-making under pressure. A global technology and social media company—rapidly expanding its AI infrastructure—issued a request for quotation for pad-mounted transformers and switchboards. The scope was significant: a multi-million-dollar order tied to…

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State of the Data Center Boom 2026: Why Power Infrastructure Now Defines What Gets Built

May 19, 2026 Data centers sit at the heart of the modern digital economy. Every AI query, cloud workload, streamed video, or online transaction depends on reliable, always-on infrastructure operating behind the scenes. As digital demand accelerates, data center development is expanding rapidly across North America, with the United States leading growth and Canada emerging…

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Trending Topics

ABB Expands Portfolio with New IP66 / Type 4X Drives for Demanding Environments

Robotiq Introduces IQ Platform to Automate Robotic Workcell Integration

Inbolt Launches Vision-Enabled Robot Programming, Closing the Loop from CAD to Factory Floor

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

Type 4X/ 6P Diecast Aluminum Enclosures from Hammond Manufacturing

OMRON Introduces New Mast Configuration Options for OL-450S AMR

Festo Introduces GripperAI, an AI-Based Solution for Mixed-Product Robotic Handling; Software Selects the Best Gripping Tool

ABB Forms First Indigenous Channel Partner Collaboration in Canada with LaFlesche

Solid 2025 Results Provide Festo with Basis for Continued Growth, with Focus on Advancing Seamless Automation

90% of Manufacturers Say Digital Transformation Is Now Essential, According to New Global Study

Siemens Launches Groundbreaking Portfolio for the Era of Direct Current Technology

Prime Minister Carney Announces Team Canada Strong – A Nationwide Plan to Recruit up to 100,000 Skilled Trades Workers

Canada and Alberta Strike Agreement to Diversify Our Exports, Reduce Emissions, and Build a Stronger Economy

New Update: Bernstein Foot Switches at ITC Electrical

NOARK’s Breakthrough in AI Data Centers: A Story of Speed, Strategy, and Execution

State of the Data Center Boom 2026: Why Power Infrastructure Now Defines What Gets Built

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