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Editor's Note 
 
Canada is quickly becoming an EV hub. But with Honda’s recent $15-billion investment in its Ontario facilities to build EVs (story below) comes laser innovations to help manufacturers recycle used batteries (product below).
- André Voshart, Editor
 
Latest Design News 
 
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What Honda’s big electric vehicle announcement in Ontario really means

In April, Honda announced a massive $15 billion investment into its Ontario facilities to build the firm’s next generation of electric vehicles. So why has this happened—and what does it all mean?


Dalton invests in ‘bespoke’ robotic line

Toronto-based pharmaceutical manufacturing company Dalton Pharma Services has commissioned a fully automated, high-speed aseptic powder filling line to expedite the delivery of drugs to market.


OPG, Stellarex to explore fusion energy for Ontario

Ontario Power Generation is exploring the development and deployment of fusion energy in Ontario.


Manufacturers embrace gen AI, automation to drive sustainability: report

Manufacturers are rapidly adopting new technologies—and more than 60 per cent plan to integrate process automation in 2024, making it the top priority technology investment.


Lafarge pilots carbon recycling system

Lafarge Canada is currently piloting a carbon recycling system pilot at its Bath Cement Plant in Ontario.


 
 
Sponsored Spotlight 
 
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The Difference Between Disc Springs and Belleville Washers

While the terms Disc Springs and Belleville Washers are often used interchangeably, there are several important technical differences including materials, thickness, and force requirements that should be clearly understood by Design Engineers.

This White Paper details the differences between Disc Springs and Belleville Washers, and why Disc Springs may be more beneficial for your assembly – especially when subjected to dynamic loading. » Read White Paper!
 
Latest Products 
 

Recycling electric vehicle batteries on an industrial scale

Automakers and battery manufacturers can now recycle used or defective batteries from electric vehicles on an industrial scale using laser technology. » Read More...

Next-gen robotics control platform

ABB Robotics has launched OmniCore, an intelligent automation platform to enable the full integration of AI, sensor, cloud and edge computing systems. » Read More...

Robots with increased payload, reach

Mitsubishi Electric Automation Inc. has announced its newest RV-35/50/80FR series of robots, designed to allow for an expanded work envelope and increased opportunity through its increased payload and reach compared to prior series. » Read More...

Laser welder automates small-parts assembly

Emerson has announced its new Branson GLX-1 Laser Welder, which meets the demand for joining small, complex or delicate plastic components and assemblies. » Read More...

Machine guarding panels

AutomationDirect has added Velox safety machine guarding components by Husky Rack & Wire—engineered to exceed regulatory safety standards. » Read More...

Multilayer manifolds for MedTech, lab automation

Festo is expanding its portfolio to include manufacturing multilayer manifolds made of plastic to be able to offer manufacturers of medical and laboratory equipment complete microfluidic solutions. » Read More...

 
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Montreal Manufacturing Technology Show (MMTS)

June 18-20, 2024
Palais des Congrès de Montréal
Montreal
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International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS)

September 9-14, 2024
McCormick Place
Chicago
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Silicone Expo 2024

September 10-12, 2024
The David L. Lawrence Convention Center
Pittsburgh
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Advanced Design & Manufacturing Montréal

November 13-14, 2024
Palais des congrès de Montréal
Montreal
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