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FESTO

Self-walking robotic exoskeleton combines AI and wearable cameras

U of Waterloo robotic legs capable of thinking and making control decisions on their own.


Canada, Quebec make $100M investment in EV battery assembly

Investment to help establish state-of-the-art, automated battery-pack manufacturing facility for Quebec-based Lion Electric.


Canadian Tire, NuPort Robotics to commercialize automated semi trucks

Automated semi trailer technology to enable safer, greener and more efficient transport.


Beckhoff Canada Moves Headquarters to Cambridge

Located in the Waterloo Region technology hub, the new office increases sales, support, warehousing and training capabilities.


Manufacturing sales rose 3.1 per cent in January, StatCan says

Sector beats expectations, topping pre-pandemic mark set in February 2020.
 
Sponsored Spotlight 
 
NSK

Smooth, accurate, near-silent linear motion in a compact size: NSK Motorized Ball Screw Actuator

NSK’s MBSA Series Motorized Ball Screw Actuator is a fully integrated, highly compact and high-performing solution for precision-critical medical devices and laboratory equipment. With smooth friction-free motion, high-accuracy positioning and high operating efficiencies, it offers considerable advantages versus conventional solutions. Compact and fully integrated, the MBSA delivers exponentially superior accuracy.

Learn more about NSK innovation in mechatronic integration for medical equipment. Download the MBSA Technical Insight here.
 
Products 
 

I/O system

AutomationDirect’s NITRA Pneumatic Automation Link compatible with electric I/O and/or pneumatic valves. » Read More

Safety Certified Brakes

Nexen's NexSafe Rail Brakes, Servomotor Brakes, and Rod Locks carry Intertek Functional Safety (FS) Mark. » Read More
 
Events 
 

Webinar: The Future of Factory Automation

Location: Webinar
Date: Wednesday, March 24, 2021 11:00 AM PST / 2:00 PM EST
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ProMat 2021

Location: Chicago, Ill.
Date: April 12 - 15, 2021
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PTDA 2021 Canadian Conference

Location: Montreal, Quebec
Date: June 9 - 10, 2021
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