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New Standard Grippers DHxS from Festo
Standard grippers are the first choice for cost-effective, lightweight and compact construction of handling and assembly systems. The parallel, three-point, radial and angle gripper series DHxS from Festo features optimized gripping force retention and overload protection as well as integrated sensor slots. It offers increased reliability in a range of sizes and stroke lengths.
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Manufacturing sales down 0.3% in March on declines in coal and oil
Statistics Canada says manufacturing sales edged down 0.3 per cent in March to $49.5 billion, the third decline in four months. Read the report.
U.S. factory output falls 0.4% in April, largest drop in 6 months
U.S. factories cut back sharply on production in April, as auto companies cranked out fewer cars and most other industries reduced output. Learn more.
Autonomous mobile robotics gains foothold in manufacturing
The market for Autonomous Mobile Robotics (AMR) is in a state of transition. The technology is gaining acceptance in industry and in the public eye. As this continues, the market will both grow rapidly and expand globally, according to a new ARC Advisory Group study. Get the details.
Feds seek input on advanced manufacturing fund
Gary Goodyear, Minister of State for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), met with manufacturers and stakeholders last week at Invest Ottawa to seek input on the new Advanced Manufacturing Fund in Ontario and future Agency programs for southern Ontario. Read more.
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Anthony Peluso describes SEW-EURODRIVE controls, gearmotors and drives
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Energy-efficient motors help reduce losses while increasing profits
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