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Directional control valve offers accurate control
September 13, 2017 by Wainbee Limited

The Parker L90LS Mobile Directional Control Valve, available in Canada from Wainbee, provides the most accurate control on the market. This stackable, load-sensing, proportional pressure-compensated valve is ideal for use on mobile equipment,…

Absolute linear position sensor an ‘industry standard’ for many demanding applications
September 11, 2017 by Durham Instruments

Measurement-Specialties' PT101 position sensor has become an industry standard for thousands of applications. Available in Canada through Durham Instruments, the PT101 has many best-in-class features that make it a top choice for aircraft…

Norpak offers expert installation of conveyor systems
September 8, 2017 by Norpak Handling Limited

Installing a new conveyor system, complete with conveyor rollers and other parts, can be a very complicated task. Improper installation can lead to catastrophic failure of the entire system, and compromise employee safety.…

ELS solves lifting challenge with a custom solution
September 5, 2017 by Engineered Lifting Systems & Equipment Inc.

For several years, a plastics material and resin manufacturer had been searching for a lifting solution — one that would reduce the risk of worker injury and meet the precise needs of the…

Festo to feature bionic butterflies at CMTS
August 28, 2017 by Festo Inc

Festo’s “eMotion Butterflies”, developed by the manufacturer’s Bionic Learning Network, will fly for the first time in Toronto at the Canadian Manufacturing Technology Show (CMTS), taking place September 25-28 at the International Centre…

Hytrol sorter safely and efficiently moves medium-sized packages
August 14, 2017 by Norpak Handling Limited

Hytrol’s ProSort MRT is a sorter designed to safely and efficiently move medium-sized items. Available in Canada through Norpak Handling, an authorized Hytrol distributor, this sorter offers many best-in-class features and advantages that…

Equipment rental program offers increased opportunities and productivity
August 10, 2017 by Engineered Lifting Systems & Equipment Inc.

Engineered Lifting Systems & Equipment (ELS) has launched a rental program for its Destuff-IT machines, a line of products designed to aid workers tasked with loading and unloading floor-loaded product from containers and…

Heavy-duty slat conveyor ideal for demanding jobs
July 27, 2017 by Norpak Handling Limited

As an authorized distributor for Hytrol products in Canada, Norpak Handling carries a large selection of the conveyor manufacturer’s equipment and accessories. The Model SL Steel Belt Slat Conveyor is part of the…

Electro-mechanical actuators offer precision, flexibility and efficiency
July 26, 2017 by Wainbee Limited

Food and beverage dispensing often requires flexibility, efficiency and high performance. Exlar Tritex electro-mechanical actuators are designed to meet the needs of this demanding industry and many more, as they enable the precise…

Versatile end-of-arm tooling a simple solution that improves productivity
July 25, 2017 by Intercon Material Handling

Intercon Material Handling is proud to offer Active Contact Flange (ACF) end-of-arm-tooling from FerRobotics. This multifunctional, universal add-on features the company’s patented Active Compliant Technology — a sophisticated combination of actuator, sensor, innovative…

Advanced technology makes robots more flexible and reliable
July 24, 2017 by Intercon Material Handling

Intercon Material Handling supplies robot accessories featuring Active Compliant Technology from FerRobotics. Active Compliant Technology (ACT) gives robots the ability to automatically adjust their work to suit the surface the moment they make…

Festo expands tabletop gantry series with larger variants
July 18, 2017 by Festo Inc

Festo has added two larger variants to its EXCM compact planar gantry series. The new EXCM-30 and EXCM-40 units are ideal for performing sub-assembly functions in benchtop configurations or in other small work…

Large selection of electric and manual hoists offer a range of lifting capacities
July 7, 2017 by Dobco Equipment Ltd.

Ingersoll Rand offers the broadest range of chain hoists across the globe. Available in Canada from Dobco Equipment, the selection of hoists includes both electric and manual models with capacities ranging from ⅛…

Broad portfolio of handling technologies translates into infinite customer solutions
July 7, 2017 by Zimmer Group Canada Inc.

Zimmer Group is a world-leading manufacturer and supplier of pneumatic and electrical handling components and systems. With more than 30 years of experience in the field, its portfolio of handling technologies is as…

Festo’s new positioning drive fits many automation needs
June 28, 2017 by Festo Inc

Festo has expanded its highly diversified portfolio with the introduction of its new EMCA positioning drive. Coming from the global leader in automation technology, it’s no surprise that this compact, easy-to-install, integrated drive…

Incline conveyors reliably carry products to different levels
June 27, 2017 by Norpak Handling Limited

When the application calls for products to travel between floor levels, Norpak Handling has the ideal solution: incline and decline conveyors from Hytrol. These systems are available in a large variety of widths…

Choose the proper conveyor with help from Norpak
June 20, 2017 by Norpak Handling Limited

Norpak Handling is proud to be an authorized distributor of Hytrol products in Canada, carrying a wide selection of the manufacturer’s products — from gravity, belt and live roller conveyors to accumulating, low-profile,…

Space-saving conveyors are available from Norpak Handling
May 30, 2017 by Norpak Handling Limited

Norpak Handling offers a versatile, space-saving solution for product sortation: the ProSort MRT. This medium roller transfer conveyor is ideal for handling medium-sized products with its multiple narrow belts, and has diverter rollers that…

Particle size matters: Understanding the dangers of inaccurate size analysis and the benefits of a reliable solution
May 30, 2017 by Firing Industries Ltd

Inaccurate particle size analysis can create dangerous working conditions for operators. For example, it can lead to out-of-spec production, which affects safety, reliability and profitability. This can have a major impact on a…

Make emissions data collection more efficient with dust monitoring software
May 26, 2017 by Firing Industries Ltd

When integrating dust monitoring systems in a production facility, it’s important to consider an advanced software system to help manage and organize the resulting emissions data. This critical tool offers many advantages to…

Data acquisition and control system offers precise and reliable performance
May 2, 2017 by Durham Instruments

The PMX Modular Amplifier System from HBM has the strong performance required for production control and industrial test bench environments. Available in Canada from Durham Instruments, PMX enables precise acquisition of force, torque,…

Norpak Handling can supply Hytrol conveyors with a variety of rollers
April 27, 2017 by Norpak Handling Limited

Hytrol roller conveyors of many types are available from Norpak Handling. They include gravity and powered conveyors for everything from lightweight packages to abusive applications. These conveyors are available with rollers of various…

New angled seat valve features field-friendly modularity
April 27, 2017 by Festo Inc

Festo’s new VZXA delivers everything the process sector requires in an angled seat valve — and more. Key features This unit has optimized bore passages, which enable extremely high flow rates of highly…

Get the most out of belt conveyors with proper maintenance
April 25, 2017 by Norpak Handling Limited

Norpak Handling can supply a wide range of Hytrol belt conveyors. These conveyors are driven by pulley technology and are capable of running at extremely high speeds while maintaining smoothness. Some of the…

CRIQ and Festo to open Canada’s first cyber-physical lab in Quebec
April 24, 2017 by Festo Inc

Festo and the Centre de recherche industrielle du Québec (CRIQ) are proud to announce the opening of Canada’s first-ever cyber-physical laboratory in the Montreal borough of Saint-Laurent. Known as the CP Laboratory, it…

Loading product is safe and simple with innovative lift assist
April 17, 2017 by Engineered Lifting Systems & Equipment Inc.

Engineered Lifting Systems & Equipment is proud to manufacture the Destuff-IT line of ergonomic end-of-conveyor lift assists. Ideal for use by workers who manually handle floor-loaded product in containers and trailers, this solution…

Torchmate plasma cutting tables offer repeatability, accuracy and more
April 13, 2017 by Lincoln Electric (Canada)

Lincoln Electric is proud to offer Torchmate 4400 and 4800 CNC Plasma Cutting Tables. These machines are delivered fully assembled, and can be installed in under 30 minutes. They come complete with everything…

Five factors to keep in mind when implementing conveyor systems
April 6, 2017 by Norpak Handling Limited

Norpak Handling can provide all types of conveyor systems, from simple gravity conveyors to complex systems with accumulation and sortation capabilities. When developing a new conveyor system, or improving an existing installation, there…

Norpak offers Hytrol solutions for every material handling process
April 3, 2017 by Norpak Handling Limited

Norpak Handling offers a complete selection of conveyor systems, parts and solutions from Hytrol. The wide range of equipment available, in combination with Norpak’s design and application experience, allows the company to help…

Revolutionary conveyor ensures gentle handling of delicate products
March 31, 2017 by Firing Industries Ltd

Piab’s piFLOWt conveyor gently handles delicate ingredients and products, promising to revolutionize the automated handling of fragile goods in the food and pharmaceutical industries. Available in Canada from Firing Industries, this conveyor features…


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