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News & Knowledge
At Electromate, An Educated Consumer Is Our Best Customer™.
That's why you'll find a wealth of knowledge here in our information center. This area includes new product releases, interesting whitepapers, product videos, and webinars. Everything you could need to help make an informed decision on your next automation project.
- Posted: June 08, 2025
The study of motor dynamics and motor dynamism is crucial for the design and analysis of motion control systems, as well as for the control of AC and DC motors.
Categories: Whitepapers - Posted: June 01, 2025
In this article, we explore some of the common communication interfaces used in mechatronic autoamtion, and provide a simplified overview of their history, purpose, and usage.
- Posted: May 25, 2025
Understanding the nuances between different kinds of actuators - namely pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical - can provide engineers, from entry-level to advanced, with a clear perspective to choose the appropriate type for their applications. In this article, we will delve into each of these actuator types, delineating their components, pros and cons, and comparing their characteristics and costs.
Categories: Whitepapers - Posted: May 18, 2025
This whitepaper, written by Electromate CEO Warren Osak, provides a comprehensive guide on mitigating electrical noise in servo systems, which can lead to performance degradation and reduced accuracy. The paper covers various steps and techniques for eliminating noise, including proper grounding, shielding, cable routing, noise filtering, component selection, and regular maintenance.
Categories: Whitepapers - Posted: May 11, 2025
This paper provides an in-depth comparison of these amplifier types, outlines their operational principles, and examines specific scenarios where one may be preferable to the other.
- Posted: April 15, 2025
Electromate is proud to announce that it has again been certified as a Great Place to Work after a thorough, independent analysis conducted by the Great Place to Work Institute Canada.
- Posted: April 13, 2025
In Canada, engineers wear a simple, unornamented ring of stainless steel or iron on the pinky finger of their dominant hand. To most, it might seem understated but within the Canadian engineering community, the Iron Ring carries deep meaning. It symbolizes a lifelong commitment to ethics, humility, and the professional responsibility engineers hold in shaping the world around them.
Categories: Automation 101 - Posted: March 30, 2025
Electromate is expanding its lineup of collaborative automation solutions with the addition of three advanced models from Universal Robots: the UR7e, UR12e, and UR15. These robots provide enhanced options for payload, reach, and precision in demanding collaborative applications.
- Posted: March 18, 2025
Explores the integration of mechanics, electronics, and computing to create intelligent and adaptable systems. Covering fundamental principles, sensors, actuators, control systems, and software's role, this guide provides a comprehensive look at how mechatronics is shaping industries like robotics, healthcare, and automotive.
Categories: Automation 101 - Posted: March 17, 2025
Electromate, Canada's exclusive distributor of Maxon, is proud to introduce the ESCON2 servo controller—a next-generation motion control solution delivering unmatched power density, precision, and versatility for industrial and robotic applications.
Categories: New Products