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Wainbee drives home commitment to customers with quality policy
January 14, 2015 by Wainbee Limited

Wainbee Limited, a manufacturer's agent and industrial distributor, has grown to become one of Canada's leading providers of technical and supply chain solutions for automation and control, with more than 200 employees in…

A quick guide to installing shaft repair sleeves
January 14, 2015 by Daemar Inc.

Over time, sealing lips can cause grooves in shafts due to dirt, heat, excessive water, lack of lubrication and high shaft speeds. DMR Sleeves — precision stainless steel wear sleeves — are designed to prolong…

Antenna creates new possibilities in RFID deployment
January 14, 2015 by Harting Canada Inc

Harting’s new game-changing Ha-VIS LOCFIELD travelling wave UHF antenna makes it possible to create a passive RFID reading zone with a single antenna for applications like smart shelving systems, wireless sensor networks, door…

Longer static eliminator neutralizes and cleans wide surfaces
January 13, 2015 by Exair LLC

Exair has expanded its long super ion air knives to a range from 60 inches (1,524 mm) to a maximum length of 108 inches (2,743 mm). All knives 60 inches or longer are…

Harting introduces iPad app
January 12, 2015 by Harting Canada Inc

Harting’s new iPad configurator app — the Industrial Connector Configurator — helps users design a custom, modular connector from standard parts to best suit their application.  By employing this free, interactive, drag-and-drop app…

How sustainable is your product?
January 10, 2015 by CSA Group

CSA Group is committed to creating a more sustainable world. To achieve this goal, it has developed the CSA sustainability mark, which tells retailers, regulators and consumers that any product with this mark has…

Manufacturer invests in machinery to meet customer needs
January 9, 2015 by Collison-Goll Ltd

Collison-Goll Limited has been in the turned parts industry for more than 65 years. The Toronto-based custom manufacturer has extensive experience making screw machine and CNC products, including various fasteners, hydraulic fittings and valves, studs, pins…

Quality is key when it comes to custom heat exchangers
January 8, 2015 by Alps Welding Ltd

Alps Welding prides itself on quality. The Woodbridge, Ont.-based custom fabricator has developed an extensive quality assurance (QA) program, and is audited and accredited as an ASME Section VIII, Div. 1 fabricator. “We apply this…

Which fastener is right for your application?
January 8, 2015 by Advance Fasteners Ltd

Choosing the right fastener for the job is very important, because correcting mistakes is often a time-consuming and costly task.   When exploring the variety of options on the market, there are many…

An intro to linear position sensors
January 8, 2015 by Durham Instruments

A position sensor is a device that measures the position of an object. More specifically, it works by sensing how far a body has moved from its initial position. These devices collect physical…

Three important details about load testing
January 7, 2015 by Engineered Lifting Systems & Equipment Inc.

A load test is a physical proof test of a lifting device. During these tests, a lifting device is subjected to a load of up to 125 per cent of its rated capacity…

Service is key for metalworking product distributor
January 6, 2015 by Rotem Industrial Products Inc

Rotem Industrial Products offers more than the largest stock of metalworking and wire-related products in Canada. The Etobicoke, Ont.-based company also offers laboratory testing, sump cleaner rental and industrial sump cleaning services to…

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…

Cut costs with this lineup of cutting tools
December 18, 2014 by Rotem Industrial Products Inc

The right cutting tools can help manufacturers remain competitive through improved productivity, lower operating costs and better results. Rotem Industrial Products carries inventory from some of the most renowned manufacturers in the industry,…

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…

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…

Software takes data-driven manufacturing to a new level at Mazak
December 13, 2014 by Memex Automation Inc.

Mazak is always exploring manufacturing processes and continuous improvement methodologies that can be implemented in its other manufacturing plants to improve productivity and efficiency. The team at Mazak understands that in order to…

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.…

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…

Myth busting: A look at some of the misconceptions around robotic welding
December 10, 2014 by Lincoln Electric (Canada)

Automated welding represents an opportunity for improvement to many in the industry, but not everyone is convinced. Part of this unease stems from misconceptions about the process. Lincoln Electric addressed some of these…

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…

Custom fabricator takes on modular plant fabrication projects
December 9, 2014 by Alps Welding Ltd

For 40 years, Alps Welding has been the fabricator of choice for many companies across North America for their custom process equipment. But over the last four decades, the Woodbridge, Ont.-based company has…

Springs & Things Inc., welcomes latest technology to shop floor
December 9, 2014 by Springs & Things Inc

A new addition is coming to Springs & Things’ Mississauga, Ont.-based manufacturing plant this month, and bringing with it additional capability and capacity. The CNC spring and wire form making machine, Model HTC-10XU,…

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…


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