For over two decades, our Montreal-based engineering simulation consultancy has provided advanced solutions to a diverse range of industries. Our expertise has facilitated the resolution of complex engineering challenges, leveraging the latest technologies in computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and heat transfer analysis. Among our recent projects, one particularly notable case involved a company specializing in converting combustion engine vehicles to electric vehicles.
Collaborative robots have been hugely beneficial for manufacturers of all sizes over the past 15 years, and their share of the total robot market continues to grow every year. As of 2025, hundreds of different cobot models are available from dozens of manufacturers. Today, we will discuss the differences between industrial and collaborative robots, advantages of cobots, typical cobot applications, case studies, and some specific robotic solutions.
Consider the following scenario: guided by vision sensors, a robot spots a product on a moving conveyor, determines its exact position and, in one fluid motion, picks it up and places it into a waiting assembly, carrier tray, or shipping container. What human operators once found tiring—or at least tedious, the robot performs flawlessly, hour after hour, even long after its flesh-and-blood coworkers have gone home for the evening.
Despite a lukewarm sustainability agenda here in the United States, global bearing manufacturers continue to be motivated by eco-friendly technologies, environmental awareness and energy efficiency regulations. Material innovation is one of the key strategies to reduce environmental impact moving forward. Concerns include energy consumption in manufacturing, waste generation, emissions from lubricants and raw material extraction. The end goal is to provide longer-lasting components with less waste.
The load limit diagram of a motor spindle serves to graphically represent the permissible operating range as a function of parameters such as rotational speed. It enables a quick assessment of the conditions under which the spindle can be operated safely and reliably without exceeding mechanical, thermal or dynamic limits. Such a diagram is a key tool for the design, selection and evaluation of spindle systems in mechanical engineering particularly in the field of machining where high demands are placed on precision, performance and service life.
Lockheed Martin Skunk Works, in partnership with NASA, recently completed the first flight of the X-59, a revolutionary, quiet supersonic aircraft designed to pave the way for faster commercial air travel. The X-59 is a one-of-a-kind supersonic aircraft designed to demonstrate the ability to fly at supersonic speeds while reducing the sonic boom to a gentle thump. In doing so, the X-59 aims to overcome one of the primary barriers to supersonic commercial flight, which is currently restricted over land due to noise concerns.
Ruland now offers MI-series single beam couplings, expanding its zero-backlash beam coupling line to include one, four, and six beam styles. Single beam couplings are ideal for light-duty applications with low torque requirements such as encoders, tachometers, and small analytical devices.
It’s another first for Zero-Max—a unique Gas Nitriding option to protect Overhung Load Adaptor (OHLA) shafts while enhancing overall system performance.
Because OHLAs are most often used in harsh outdoor environments including exposure to heat, rain, humidity, salt water, dirt and debris, protecting the OHLA shaft can be an important consideration. The new Gas Nitriding (Gaseous Nitrocarburizing) option for OHLA shafts provides superior corrosion resistance, surface hardness to boost strength and durability, and adds lubricity to the shaft, which benefits shaft seal life by reducing friction and wear.
ABB’s new vertical hollow shaft (VHS) motors are built for vertical turbine pump applications where performance, reliability and longevity are critical. The line reflects ABB’s commitment to innovation, energy efficiency and customer-centric engineering.
Kollmorgen has introduced the Kollmorgen Essentials motion system, a new line of servo motion solutions that makes high-performance motion control easier and more affordable for virtually any axis of motion. These thoughtfully pre-configured systems enable simple sizing and selection, while multiple onboard communication protocols ensure seamless integration into the most common controller environments.
Electric drives in industrial applications consume up to 70 percent of the total energy required, creating great potential for optimization. Nord Drivesystems meets these demands with a range of powerful, energy-saving electric motors including asynchronous, synchronous, explosion protected, and smooth body versions. These motors are built in-house for high availability, deliver high-efficiency, and meet all common global efficiency regulations and standards. Thanks to the modular design, they are compatible with the full Nord gear unit and variable frequency drive portfolio and can also be used as stand-alone motors.
Dodge Industrial, Inc. has announced the launch of its StratoLink disc coupling line, a major expansion of the Dodge couplings portfolio. The first model to launch is the D71 Series, which meets API 610 standards and is engineered for maximum torque, simplified rebuilds, and seamless interchangeability in existing installations.
Caterpillar has introduced the Cat C32B diesel engine, a new power platform featuring best-in-class power density and enhanced durability for large off-highway machines and equipment.
GWJ Technology GmbH from Braunschweig presents the new version of its SystemManager, which serves as an extension for the established calculation solutions eAssistant and TBK. With numerous innovations and optimizations, the software provides engineers with enhanced capabilities for modeling, calculating, and analyzing complex drivetrain systems.
SEW-Eurodrive has announced the U.S. launch of DriveTag, a customized barcode labeling service engineered to simplify product identification, streamline logistics, and optimize internal material flow for industrial customers.
Gates Corporation has launched Data Master Eco. This next-generation liquid cooling solution is designed to support hyperscale data centers and high-performance computing (HPC) conditions to maximize uptime, reduce environmental impact and meet the complex AI-enabling, data center-centric operating environment requirements. Data Master Eco showcases Gates materials science and process engineering expertise to critical challenges in modern computing: balancing thermal performance, uptime, and environmental impact.
A wide range of standard and custom shaft collars, couplings, and mounting devices that are suited for use in robotic systems and equipment have been introduced by Stafford Manufacturing Corp. of Wilmington, MA. Stafford shaft collars, couplings and mounting components include one- and two-piece shaft collars, the Staff-Lok hinged collars which open-close easily by hand, micro-adjustable collars, rigid couplings, precision sleeve couplings and adapters.
Vesconite Bearings is pleased to confirm that its long-established Standard Vesconite bearing material is completely free of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) and has been since its development in 1969.
SKF is redesigning parts of the Industrial business to further increase its competitiveness and accelerate profitable growth. The new set-up, which will be implemented with immediate effect, will drive business synergies across the full value chain globally and simplify structures to accelerate execution regionally.
The North America Underground Mining Vehicle Market is set for robust expansion, with its valuation expected to climb from USD 5.5 billion in 2025 to USD 9.8 billion by 2035, registering a strong Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 6.0 percent over the forecast period, according to Future Market Insights, Inc. This significant growth is primarily fueled by a surge in mineral exploration, a heightened industry focus on worker safety, and accelerating investment in vehicle automation and electrification, according to a new report titled “North America Underground Mining Vehicle Market Size and Share Forecast Outlook 2025 to 2035.”
The Timken Company has expanded its suite of online engineering tools available at engineering.timken.com. The platform now includes two new proprietary calculators and an enhanced “My Projects” feature for registered users, giving design engineers more powerful resources to optimize system performance and streamline workflows.
ABB announced it is accelerating the development of gigawatt-scale next-generation data centers in collaboration with NVIDIA. Innovation will focus on the development and deployment of cutting-edge power solutions needed to create high-efficiency, scalable power delivery for future AI workloads. The research and development projects will support NVIDIA’s planned introduction of 800 VDC power architecture for 1 megawatt server racks.
Solve Industrial Motion Group has announced its acquisition of B&B Manufacturing, ("B&B") a US manufacturer of power transmission and precision mechanical components.
B&B, in business for over 27 years, consists of five locations, and is headquartered in La Porte, Indiana. B&B is North America's largest synchronous drive pulley manufacturer, specializing in synchronous drive solutions. B&B products include timing pulleys, synchronous belts, v-belt sheaves, taper bushings, idlers, and roller chain sprocket. B&B also brings with it two recent acquisitions, Diversified Specialties and JJC Associates.
Renk Group AG, a leading provider of propulsion solutions for the military and civilian sectors, has received an order to supply 12 NDSL-3600 double marine gear units. The first of these are to be delivered to the customer Kongsberg Maritime Sweden AB in the fourth quarter of 2026. The gear units will be used in six RoPax ferries belonging to an international shipping company.
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