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Six features to look for in an electronic pressure switch
December 23, 2014 by Wainbee Limited

The Barksdale BPS3000, available from Wainbee, combines all the must-have features of a modern electronic pressure switch, including compact design, high performance and easy operation. Below are the top six features of the device.  …

Factors to consider when looking for a solutions provider
December 23, 2014 by Excess Space Solutions Inc

You need to expand your currently facility, and are looking for a solutions provider who can help you convert underutilized square feet in your plant into usable space. What capabilities should you be…

How to reduce wear on a diaphram
December 22, 2014 by York Fluid Controls Ltd

Air-operated diaphragm pumps are common industrial pumps that use positive displacement to move liquids. These devices, used in a variety of industries and applications, typically include a single diaphragm and chamber, as well…

Why do you need certification marks on your products?
December 19, 2014 by CSA Group

Certification marks offer peace of mind to retailers, regulators, consumers and end-users worldwide by indicating that your products have been independently tested and have met the required standards for safety and performance. Depending…

Pre-start Health and Safety Reviews: What you need to know
December 19, 2014 by Engineered Lifting Systems & Equipment Inc.

A Pre-start Health and Safety Review (PSR) is the law in Ontario, and must be performed on any new, modified or relocated equipment, or equipment that has been moved into a new workplace…

RTD, thermocouple or thermistor: Which temperature sensor is right for you?
December 17, 2014 by Mod-Tronic Instruments Ltd.

Are you trying to decide which temperature sensor is the right fit for your application? This article takes a look at the advantages of resistance temperature detectors (RTD), thermocouples and thermistors, to help you…

Understanding the importance of calibration and the impact on your business
December 16, 2014 by Thermo-Kinetics Measurement & Control Ltd.

Your business runs on the accuracy of your equipment, which represents a major investment by your company. Through proper, regular calibration, you not only achieve the greatest return on your investment, you also…

Bartending bots: A robot application you need to see to believe
December 15, 2014 by KUKA Robotics Canada Ltd

We’ve all seen robots in industrial environments, but have you ever seen them mixing drinks at a bar? Two KUKA robots have been serving as bartenders on the deck of the MS Quantum…

Determining the connection between real-time income and plant performance
December 15, 2014 by Memex Automation Inc.

There are two questions that anyone in manufacturing management needs to know – “How well is my plant running?” and “Am I making money?” Manufacturing management needs a proven methodology to determine the…

New conveyor boosts line efficiency and cleanliness
December 12, 2014 by Pure Ingenuity Inc

In its jelly-filled pastry manufacturing process, a food processor was running two lines of pastries into one freezer. One line took up half the width of the freezer door, and the other took…

Schmersal switches and controls promote machine safety
December 12, 2014 by Schmersal Canada

Many designers equip their systems with safety controllers because the potential for electrical/mechanical failure is always present — regardless of the reliability of the components in use. Safety controllers detect faults that can…

The link between motion control and safety
December 11, 2014 by Vickers-Warnick Ltd.

Modern manufacturing facilities are quickly evolving into more complex, highly sophisticated automation cells. Motion control tools — motors, drives, servos, steppers, actuators, etc. — are vital to production, but they also pose risks…

Control your data with this handy device
December 11, 2014 by Durham Instruments

Do you have control of your measurement data? Portable data recorders are one way for users to gain total control of measurement data — and it’s easy.  The GEN3i High-Speed, Portable Data Recorder,…

Are your machines as productive as they can be? This tool can find out.
December 11, 2014 by Memex Automation Inc.

“If you can measure it, then you can manage it.” That’s the motto of Burlington, Ont.-based Memex Automation, a leader in the connection, monitoring and management of machines, sensors and processes in manufacturing.…

Achieving food quality through high compressed air quality
December 10, 2014 by Festo Inc

Great care must always be taken when compressed air comes into contact with food, because compressed air is not clean by nature. Extremely strict requirements are stipulated for compressed air quality in the…

Six must-have actuator features that lower the cost of ownership
December 10, 2014 by Thermo-Kinetics Measurement & Control Ltd.

Every manufacturer concerned with the bottom line is looking for ways to improve efficiency, reduce waste and lower the cost of ownership of their tools, equipment and products. Utilizing actuators for precise positioning…

New program connects manufacturers to best-in-class safety system integrators
December 10, 2014 by Untitled

To help manufacturers identify best-in-class safety system integrators — with current safety standards expertise, a proven track record in building safety systems, and knowledge of productivity-enhancing safety technologies — Rockwell Automation has created…

The finishing touch: Essential features for stainless steel tubes
December 9, 2014 by Wainbee Limited

If you’re looking to complete your tube fittings system, don’t forget about stainless steel coiled or straight length tubing. It’s a necessary component that will help reduce the risk of leakage in your…

Six features to look for in a boiler system
December 9, 2014 by Miura Canada Co. Ltd.

Many industrial applications use boilers to produce steam or hot water. Forward-thinking companies that want to conserve oil and gas resources while saving money and reducing emissions should look for these six features…

EXAIR’s reversible drum vacs are now CE compliant
December 9, 2014 by Exair LLC

After undergoing rigorous testing by an independent laboratory, EXAIR’s reversible drum vacs have been proven to meet the stringent requirements of the European Union in order to be marked as CE compliant. The…

Ontario company brings you metric fasteners — fast
December 8, 2014 by Advance Fasteners Ltd

Metric fasteners are used in a variety of industrial applications — from HVAC and construction to electrical and commercial product manufacturing. They’re quite possibly a necessary component of your industrial application.  Where do…

How to extend the life of your bearings
December 5, 2014 by Daemar Inc.

Premature bearing failure is a real problem. Bearings are at risk whenever seals allow lubricant leakage or contaminant intrusion into the housing. Until now, there has been no comprehensive solution — only partial…

Company learns how to lift and handle boxes — the safe way
December 5, 2014 by Engineered Lifting Systems & Equipment Inc.

Engineered Lifting Systems & Equipment Inc. (ELS) has been providing standard and custom overhead material lifting systems and equipment on time and on budget since the company was founded in 1971. So when…

A solution for measuring — not calculating — greenhouse gases
December 4, 2014 by Sick Ltd.

If you are required to report your greenhouse gas emissions, or need precise calculation of greenhouse gas loads within the framework of an emission trading or pollution tax system, SICK, a producer of…

Cross-dock system grows as business increases for logistics provider
December 4, 2014 by Wecon Systems Ltd.

Vitran Logistics was approached by a large Canadian grocery chain to provide distribution for the launch of a new line of products into their numerous retail outlets throughout Ontario. The plan was to…

Energy-efficient boilers work miracles for Saint Arnold Brewing Company
December 4, 2014 by Miura Canada Co. Ltd.

Saint Arnold Brewing Company co-founder Brock Wagner knew that his growing craft brewery's move to a 104,000-square-foot building in Houston would require a new steam boiler system. Saint Arnold's original fire-tube boiler was…

Lapp cables cut costs in production of flow measurement devices
December 3, 2014 by Lapp Canada Inc

Badger Meter Europa GmbH in Neuffen, Germany is the market leader in the area of magnetic-inductive measuring devices. Just like everywhere in the industry, Badger is under enormous pressure to reduce costs. And…

Eight reasons to consider Exergen D-Series infrared thermometers
December 2, 2014 by Mod-Tronic Instruments Ltd.

Exergen D-Series infrared (IR) thermometers are an entirely different type of instrument than conventional temperature measuring devices. Designed specifically for the highest possible accuracy, it is the only infrared instrument that can be…

How to achieve high speeds during production
December 1, 2014 by Untitled

Many industries across the world have the need for speed — high speed. Companies need to get more done in less time. How do they achieve increased productivity? Material handling equipment plays a…

Product diversity necessitates smart web searching
December 1, 2014 by Wenglor Sensoric Canada Inc

The diversity of sensors available to product developers, engineers and users is nearly unmanageable. There are many options — and every option has even more options. How do you choose the one that’s…


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