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Westburne Announces Groundbreaking Partnership With Kinova

February 15, 2024

Westburne Announces Groundbreaking Partnership With Kinova

Westburne is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership that is set to redefine the landscape of collaborative robotics. Westburne has joined forces with Kinova, a global leader in robotics innovation, to deliver cutting-edge solutions that will transform industries and elevate our commitment to technological advancement.

What This Partnership Means:

This partnership marks a significant milestone in Westburne’s journey towards fostering automation, efficiency, and safety in various industries. Collaborative robots, or cobots, are designed to work alongside humans, opening up new possibilities for enhanced productivity and workplace safety. By combining Westburne’s extensive industry knowledge and distribution network with Kinova’s cutting-edge robotic solutions, we are poised to bring transformative changes to sectors such as manufacturing, logistics, and beyond.

Key Benefits for Our Customers:

  • Increased efficiency and productivity through seamless collaboration between humans and robots.
  • Enhanced workplace safety with cobots designed to operate in shared spaces without compromising on performance.
  • Access to a comprehensive range of collaborative robotic solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of diverse industries.
  • Ongoing support and expertise from both Westburne and Kinova, ensuring a smooth integration of advanced robotics into existing processes.

What’s Next:

Over the coming months, our teams will work closely to introduce collaborative robotic solutions that will revolutionize the way our customers operate and thrive in their respective industries.

Stay tuned for more updates and information on upcoming product launches, training sessions, and collaborative initiatives that will showcase the true potential of our partnership with Kinova. See more here.

About Kinova:

Based in Montreal, Canada, Kinova is a leader in innovative robotics. Founded in 2006, the company designs and manufactures robots for various markets, including medical robotics, assistive robotics, research and education, industrial and professional automation. Kinova’s ingenious technology improves and extends the capabilities of partners with a human-first approach to serve the growing need for robotics across increasingly complex industries.

About Westburne:

Westburne is dedicated to delivering Electrifying Solutions That Make a Sustainable Future Possible. As a nationwide leader in energy solutions, renewables, lighting, wire and cable, automation and connected network solutions, Westburne is the distributor of choice all across Canada. Westburne’s certified experts work closely with our customers to provide the best solutions and service. With over 100 store locations from coast to coast and our online store, customers can easily find and shop from thousands of products in our product categories or get help from our team of specialists.

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