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Jun 05 2025
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RoboClip & RoboTape: Standardized Automation at Automate 2025

In May, our team exhibited at Automate 2025 in Detroit, Michigan, where we had the opportunity to demonstrate two of our latest automation technologies: RoboTape, our established...
Trudy Pogue and Michael Bayley from Innovative Automation attend and speak at Epicor Insights 2025
May 07 2025
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Taming Dashboard Dragons at Epicor Insights 2025

Our very own Trudy Pogue and Michael Bayley took the stage in Las Vegas to lead a customer-driven session titled “Taming the Dashboard Dragons of Application Studio.” Drawing...
RoboClip Automated Clipping Machine - 2 Feeders
May 01 2025
News

Innovative Automation Launches RoboClip™

 BARRIE, ON, May 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Following the success of RoboTape™ — the industry's most advanced robotic tape installation system and a strategic collaboration with 3M™...
Automate 2025
Apr 24 2025
News

Returning to Automate 2025

We’re excited to announce that Innovative Automation will be back on the show floor at Automate 2025, taking place May 12–15 in Detroit, Michigan. As a long-time attendee and...
Autonomous mobile robot docking
Apr 24 2025
Articles

The Benefits of Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs)

The Future of Automation: Exploring the Benefits of AMR Technology In the constantly evolving landscape of technology and automation, AMRs (Autonomous Mobile Robots) have emerged...
Mar 21 2023
Articles, News

Medical Device Assembly and Automation

Medical device manufacturing is a critical industry that produces a wide range of products, including diagnostic equipment, prosthetics, surgical instruments, and implantable...
Aug 31 2022
News

RoboTape At FoamExpo Adhesives & Bonding Expo

This week you’ll find Innovative Automation at FoamExpo Connect | Adhesives & Bonding Expo Connect 2020. We’ll be introducing RoboTape, our patent-pending automatic tape...
Aug 31 2022
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What Lies ahead for the automotive industry?

Automotive industry trends for 2021 and beyond can pave the way to an optimistic future for the industry in Canada, but a strategic combination of resilience and collaboration...
Apr 27 2022
Articles, News

3M and Innovative Automation Collaboration Announced

Press Release 3M and Innovative Automation collaborate to help customers automate key bonding applications with Robotic Tape System Solution automates tape applications to...
Aug 25 2021
Articles

How Electric Vehicles are Driving Automotive Interior Trends

Without the restriction of a cumbersome internal combustion engine or fuel tank, electric vehicles have begun a new trend in automotive interiors. Of course, there needs to be...
Jul 09 2021
Articles

Automating Industrial Tape Application Processes

Historically, applying adhesive tape has had to be a manual process due to the difficulty of feeding and managing continuous level-wound spools. As more tape is designed into...
Jun 24 2021
Articles

Designing for Tape Automation: Selecting Industrial Tapes

Uses & Types of Industrial Tape  Foam and felt adhesive tapes are utilized in a variety of industries, including automotive, aviation, consumer goods, medical, appliances,...
May 06 2021
Articles

What Is Plastic Vehicle Cladding and Why Do We Need It?

The Automotive Dictionary defines cladding as decorative elements applied to a vehicle. While this is true, vehicle cladding offers more than just making your vehicle look...
Apr 14 2021
Articles

What Lies Ahead For The Automotive Industry?

Automotive industry trends for 2021 and beyond can pave the way to an optimistic future for the industry in Canada, but a strategic combination of resilience and collaboration...
Mar 06 2021
Articles

Robotics In Automotive Manufacturing

As technology advances, automation continues to improve manufacturing processes in the automotive industry. We’re seeing advantages including improved quality, increased...
Sep 11 2020
Articles

Exploring Tesla’s Unique Electric Vehicle Drivetrain

How is Tesla’s drivetrain different when compared to other electric vehicles? Even though electric vehicles account for a mere 2% of car sales worldwide, there is stiff...
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Are Robotic Innovation Trends Taking Over Auto Manufacturing?

Is the auto industry being taken over by robotic innovation? That’s a question that involves a little bit of history. The concept of automation in the auto industry likely began in 1913 when the Ford Motor Company opened its first assembly line, drastically cutting...

Barrie: The Time is Now

Co-Owner and President, Steve Loftus of Innovative Automation is proud to call Barrie home. As one of the fastest-growing business and manufacturing hubs in Ontario, Steve Loftus says, "The City of Barrie really puts out an effort to support growth. I've had great...

Georgian College thanks community partner Innovative Automation

Georgian College in Barrie has benefitted tremendously from the ongoing partnership and support from Innovative Automation. After receiving a $250,000 donation in 2018, members of Georgian College wanted to express their gratitude. In addition to financial support,...

Local News: Innovative Automation, Growing Locally and Globally

Electrical Industry Canada interviewed Innovative Automation's President and co-founder Steve Loftus about himself, the company and what continues to drive its success. When asked about himself, Loftus said, "One of my key roles as President is to set the vision for...

Automation, Efficiency, and the Future of Manufacturing

In the world of manufacturing, robotics have drastically improved production efficiency through automation.  Since the implementation of robotics in the workplace, automation has been successful at reducing human errors, variability in quality, and reducing the...

The Advantages of Automated Systems Design

Automated systems design has many advantages including increased productivity, higher volumes of goods produced, decreased operational costs and increased safety for workers. Some automated systems are even designed to measure their own workflows and are able to...

Exploring New Lighting Trends in Automotive Manufacturing 

A Brief History of Automotive Lighting Technology Approximately 40% of fatal accidents happen at night, making visibility a key factor in keeping roads safe for drivers. As a result, headlamp lighting has long been an important area of research and innovation by...

Manufacturing Automation Makes Companies More Sustainable

Have you ever wondered what the benefits of manufacturing automation might be for your business?  Read on to learn more about what manufacturing automation is, how it has evolved, and its benefits for both the environment and your bottom line. What is Manufacturing...

Recent Advancements in Electric Vehicle Powertrain Design

The global electric vehicle market is on track to reach $912 billion USD by the end of 2026, and sales of electric vehicles in Canada have increased 66% a year over the last five years. The electric vehicle (EV) market is growing rapidly due to a variety of factors...

Hydrogen Fuel Cell Powertrain Assembly for the EV of Tomorrow

Tomorrow’s EVs May Add Hydrogen Fuel Cells to the Powertrain Assembly Battery powered electric vehicles are experiencing monumental growth today. The hype-train for BEV’s is picking up speed; powered by Enigmatic Billionaires, luxurious sports cars, and charging...

Innovative Automation wins 2018 Ontario Export Award

Barrie's Innovative Automation, a robotic industrial automation systems manufacturer, was one of ten winners of this week's Ontario Export Awards. The award was in recognition of exporting growth and investment in local jobs and talent. The award received by...

What is PLC Programming and Automation?

What is PLC Programming, and Why is it Important? PLC programming is the act of creating internal logic for a programmable logic controller (PLC). PLCs are typically programmed in a “language” proprietary to the controller, accurately described as a translation from...

2017 Barrie Business Awards Finalists Announced!

Barrie's Chamber of Commerce and City of Barrie have announced the finalists for this year's 2017 Barrie Business Awards. The awards, which will be presented by Bell, Busch Group of Companies, OLG and Alectra Inc, will announce the finalist's at a gala event on...