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S&P Global Canada PMI hits 51.0, marks 13-month high

The rise comes as total new work increased for the first time since January and the upturn in employment was sustained from last month.

Humanoid robots to reach nearly $30 billion USD by 2036, IDTechEX reports

The humanoid robot industry is entering an early commercialization phase, with adoption expected to scale first in industrial environments before expanding into broader commercial and consumer markets.

Verista announces appointment of Michael Laferrara as CEO

Verista, a provider of automation, compliance and quality solutions for the life sciences industry, has appointed Michael J. Laferra as chief executive officer, bringing to the role more than 35 years of proven success in...

Schneider Electric Canada opens new headquarters, EcoFit Centre in Milton

The new headquarters consolidates multiple sites into a collaborative hub designed to support R&D, software services, training and back-office operations.

Features

Canada’s Robotics Sector: 2026 promises more exciting developments

From delivery robots to humanoids to a possible national robotics strategy, here are some of the latest updates.

Ready, Set, Cobot

Collaborative robots offer a quick entry into automation, and design engineers are increasingly turning to them. But there’s a right way to deploy them on the factory floor.

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KUKA adds KR TITAN ultra robot to product portfolio

Designed for load-intensive automation applications, the robot combines extensive reach with precise dynamics that are designed for OEM manufacturers in sectors such as automotive, battery/electromobility and large part handling, as well as heavy logistics.

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