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Festo’s “Incredible Machine” showcases 100 years of innovation

If you attended Hannover Messe, you likely couldn’t help but notice something at the Festo exhibit that got everyone talking. As part of its 100th anniversary celebrations, Festo unveiled the “Incredible Machine” at Hannover Messe to demonstrate its “diverse competencies and comprehensive expertise in automation technology”.


DEX Expo 2025 kicks off in Langley

The 2025 DEX Expo season kicked off yesterday at the Langley Events Centre in British Columbia, where Pacific Canada’s design and mechanical engineers, and machine builders gathered with manufacturers and subject-matter experts for a full day of networking, education, and hands-on tech exploration.


Siemens establishing Canadian AI manufacturing tech centre for battery production

Siemens will invest $150 million over five years to establish a global AI manufacturing technologies R&D centre for battery production in Canada. “The decision to choose Canada [...] was driven by Canada’s highly qualified talent and strong collaborations with world-leading universities,” said Siemens’ Rainer Brehm.


Nikon celebrates 100th anniversary of the JOICO microscope

Nikon Corp. is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the launch of its JOICO microscope, which led to the creation of the company’s microscope division which, in turn, evolved to become the Nikon Healthcare Business Unit. Did you know? The JOICO name originated from the abbreviation of Nippon Kogaku which, when translated into English, is “Japan Optical Industry Company”.


 
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igus showcases PTFE-free materials, recycled-content carriers, and cleanroom certification

At Hannover Messe 2025, igus showcased its new PTFE-free materials, cable carriers made from recycled materials, and newly developed dry cleanroom certification for its eChain cable carriers (developed in collaboration with Fraunhofer IPA). » Read more

Equispheres non-explosive powder promotes safe mobile aluminum 3D printing

Equispheres, a provider of optimized aluminum powders for additive manufacturing (AM), and mobile AM player Fieldmade announced an initiative that moves aluminum part production on laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) out of the factory environment and into the field. » Read more

Rockwell M100 motor starter reduces component and engineering complexities

Rockwell Automation Inc.’s M100 electronic motor starter aims to simplify panel wiring and reduce component and engineering complexities with “advanced functional safety solutions and more refined motor starting capabilities”. » Read more

Identify problem static with upgraded Exair 7905 digital meter

Static electricity can interfere with manufacturing efficiency, product integrity, and workplace safety, says Exair, adding that its upgraded 7905 digital static meter can aid in identifying problem static. » Read more

 
EVENTS 
 

AI for Engineers – Virtual 3-Part Series

April 22, May 20, June 25 • Online
Building on the success of Design Engineering’s “AI for Engineers event”, we’re presenting an expanded program featuring three live, focused sessions on how AI is transforming engineering workflows and shaping manufacturing and product design.
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DEX Expo 2025 – Winnipeg

April 29 • Winnipeg
Presented by Design Engineering, DEX Expo is a series of regional, one-day tabletop tradeshows tailored for engineers, product developers, machine builders, and systems integrators.
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Robotics Summit & Expo

April 30 to May 1 • Boston, Mass.
Attendees build robots for aerospace and defence, manufacturing, healthcare, and other markets.
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Automate Show

May 12-15 • Detroit, Mich.
A robotics and automation event produced by the Association for Advancing Automation.
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DEX Expo 2025 – Ottawa

May 27 • Nepean, Ont.
Presented by Design Engineering, DEX Expo is a series of regional, one-day tabletop tradeshows where you can discuss the latest technologies, network with industry peers, and explore innovative solutions.
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Western Manufacturing Technology Show (WMTS)

June 3-5 • Edmonton
Attendees can explore the latest advancements in manufacturing technology.
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Canadian Manufacturing Technology Show (CMTS)

September 29 to October 2 • Toronto
Attendees can explore machine tools and tooling, metalworking, and advanced manufacturing.
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Advanced Design & Manufacturing Expo

October 21-23 • Toronto
This event brings together six advanced manufacturing areas: design, automation, packaging, plastics, processing, and electric vehicle technology.
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