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Thermo-Kinetics named first-ever authorized service centre for LumaSense Technologies
February 20, 2015 by Thermo-Kinetics Measurement & Control Ltd.

LumaSense Technologies, a provider of innovative temperature and gas sensing devices, has recognized Thermo-Kinetics as the only authorized repair and calibration centre in Canada for its temperature products.  “We are a global company continually striving…

Three must-have features for belt grinding machines
February 20, 2015 by Fein Power Tool Company

FEIN's new, powerful, handheld belt grinding machines — GHB 15-50 and GHB 15-50 Inox — are designed for flexible on-site grinding and finishing applications for a variety of industries.  The tools feature the…

Five reasons to consider Minco temperature sensors
February 20, 2015 by Mod-Tronic Instruments Ltd.

No sensor manufacturer offers more styles and variations of temperature sensors than Minco. Here’s five reasons to consider making the company’s sensors part of your application: 1. Single source manufacturing: Minco builds sensors…

Disc springs meet quality standards
February 19, 2015 by Daemar Inc.

Daemar offers a complete range of standard disc spring products as per DIN 2093 and DIN 6796 — two German standards considered benchmarks for quality of disc springs and belleville washers worldwide. There…

Material handling solutions help automate warehouse operations
February 18, 2015 by Wecon Systems Ltd.

Wecon Systems combines experience with innovation to produce high-quality material handling systems for warehouse operations. Locally owned and operated in Mississauga, Ont., for more than 17 years, the company works with customers from…

Outdoor shelters protect from the elements
February 18, 2015 by Excess Space Solutions Inc

Smoke shelters, from Mississauga, Ont.-based Excess Space Solutions (ESS), provide a designated outdoor smoking area while protecting non-smokers from second-hand smoke.  Designed to comply with local building code requirements, as well as local…

IPEX ball valves have many features and benefits
February 17, 2015 by IPEX Management Inc.

IPEX Inc. offers high-quality, high-performance ball valves as part of its lineup of thermoplastic valves. Ball valves are generally used for on/off service, but can range from simple moulded-in-place construction to high-end industrial designs with…

Flooring and concrete repair: What you need to know
February 17, 2015 by Henkel Canada Corporation

In today’s harsh industrial environments, facility floors, concrete floors and other concrete structures endure constant abuse. Repair is often necessary.  If your facility floor needs repairing, here are some important tips to help you…

Two capabilities that every industrial gauge should have
February 13, 2015 by Rotem Industrial Products Inc

When it comes to industrial gauges, accuracy and reliability are key, and Rotem Industrial Products knows this. The Etobicoke, Ont.-based company supplies gauges for a variety of precision machining applications, from the most reputable manufacturers of…

Specify a temperature sensor assembly in five easy steps
February 13, 2015 by Mod-Tronic Instruments Ltd.

In many industrial environments, failure is not an option. That’s why Minco temperature sensor assemblies, available from Mod-Tronic Instruments, are designed to deliver unmatched performance, value and reliability to meet the demanding requirements of oil and…

Contactless sensors designed for extreme industrial environments
February 13, 2015 by Durham Instruments

Penny+Giles’ popular SRH280 contactless rotary position sensor, which uses a factory programmable non-contact Hall effect sensor system, features single-output channel (SRH280P) and dual-output channel (SRH280DP) versions. Designed to provide reliable and accurate rotary position measurement in extreme…

Extreme-duty gear pump designed for longevity, serviceability and adaptability
February 11, 2015 by York Fluid Controls Ltd

Designed to survive the severe challenge of liquids containing abrasives, the Gorman-Rupp G Series extreme-duty pump combines proven gear pump technology with state-of-the-art wear-resistance, making it the world’s toughest, longest-lasting gear pump. Available…

New no-drip nozzles stop liquid flow
February 11, 2015 by Exair LLC

When spraying any type of liquid, post-spray liquid flow can cause big problems. Unwanted drips can ruin product function on sealing or mating surfaces. Drips can also ruin the appearance of painted or…

A quick guide to standards development
February 11, 2015 by CSA Group

Standards impact our lives on a daily basis. From the appliances in our homes, to the structures and systems in our offices, to the bridges and roads to get between the two, standards…

Workstation crane customization addresses safety concerns
February 10, 2015 by Engineered Lifting Systems & Equipment Inc.

A manufacturer of stainless steel sheet products planned to install a new robotic weld cell — a new manufacturing process for making large industrial batteries. The company was on the hunt for a…

Wainbee delivers variable control of pneumatic devices
February 9, 2015 by Wainbee Limited

When it comes to the use of pneumatic devices in industrial automation and product testing applications, speed, accuracy and reliability are required. Enfield Technologies' patented servo-pneumatic systems, available from Mississauga, Ont.-based Wainbee Limited,…

Five benefits of pallet handling systems
February 9, 2015 by Wecon Systems Ltd.

Pallet handling systems — or unit load handling systems, as they are often called — are designed to handle high-load capacities, large product footprints, and operate in harsh conditions.  There are five benefits…

Three features to look for in non-contact metrology equipment
February 6, 2015 by Durham Instruments

When industry users demanded faster and more accurate non-contact metrology equipment, Acuity introduced its AR700 series of laser displacement gauges for measuring position and object dimensions. The new models feature higher speeds, as…

How safe is your system?
February 6, 2015 by CSA Group

When products or systems fail to operate reliably, they could harm people, property or the environment. Functional safety is demonstrated by showing that the system’s functionality is dependable enough for the level of risk it…

New position transmitters an inexpensive alternative to positional transducers
February 6, 2015 by Festo Inc

There’s a new addition in Festo Canada’s lineup of position sensors. The Mississauga, Ont.-based company has introduced new programmable analog feedback position sensors — the SDAT-MHS series — to bridge the gap between…

Spring supplier meets customers’ extension spring needs
February 6, 2015 by Springs & Things Inc

The senior sales and production staff at Mississauga, Ont.-based Springs & Things have a total of 125 years of springs manufacturing experience. That’s why the company believes it’s the right choice to meet the industrial…

Alps Welding fabricates highly engineered vessels to meet specific requirements
February 6, 2015 by Alps Welding Ltd

After more than 40 years in the business, Alps Welding has earned a reputation for being much more than a custom fabrication shop. The Woodbridge, Ont.-based company can offer everything from design services…

Harting launches first rectangular connector to deliver 10,000-plus mating cycles
February 5, 2015 by Harting Canada Inc

Harting’s new Han HMC is the first rectangular connector designed to deliver robust, consistently reliable performance through 10,000 mating cycles or more. Optimized for signal and power, the Han HMC is ideal for…

Restrooms designed for new or growing site requirements
February 5, 2015 by Excess Space Solutions Inc

Whether in an industrial plant or on a construction site, restrooms are a must-have feature for any workplace. Excess Space Solutions (ESS) manufactures high-quality restroom facilities, as well as locker rooms and showers,…

Four reasons to consider the fingertip joystick from Penny+Giles
February 2, 2015 by Durham Instruments

Strength and reliability are at your fingertips with the JC3000 single- and dual-axis fingertip joystick from Penny+Giles. The joystick controller, available through Durham Instruments, is designed for demanding applications in remote control chestpacks…

Fastener distributor features massive pin inventory
February 2, 2015 by Advance Fasteners Ltd

Advance Fasteners has a large inventory of pins — so large, in fact, that the fastener distributor is able to service its customers quickly. And with more than 30 years of experience, the company…

New president heads Lincoln Electric Canada
January 30, 2015 by Lincoln Electric (Canada)

Mike Whitehead is the new president of Lincoln Electric Canada, effective January 1, 2015.  The company announced at the end of last year that Joseph G. Doria would retire as president and CEO of…

Workforce management solution helps Joy Global improve performance
January 30, 2015 by Kronos Canadian Systems Inc.

Joy Global, a leader in high-productivity mining solutions, previously had no standard time and attendance or labour collection tool for its facilities around the world. Its locations, which span six continents and more than 20…

Centrifugal pumps offer reliability to industrial users
January 29, 2015 by York Fluid Controls Ltd

Reliable and low maintenance. These key words describe the lineup of centrifugal pumps available from York Fluid Controls. The Brampton, Ont.-based distributor provides pumps made by such industry-leading manufacturers as Monarch Industries and…

High temp connector reduces limitations in hot manufacturing applications
January 28, 2015 by Harting Canada Inc

Harting’s Han High Temp connectors are designed to circumvent the limitations of deploying connectors in hot manufacturing applications up to 200 degrees C, like mould machines and casting equipment.  Conventional connector solutions involve…


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