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- September 7, 2020
Click image to enlargeAutomakers GM and Honda have signed a non-binding deal working toward establishing a North American automotive alliance.
"This alliance will help both companies accelerate investment in future mobility innovation by freeing up additional resources. Given our strong track record of collaboration, the companies would realize significant synergies in the development of today's vehicle portfolio," said Mark Reuss, president of General Motors.
The scope of the proposed alliance includes a range of vehicles to be sold under each company's distinct brands, as well as cooperation in purchasing, R&D, and connected services.
Under the proposed alliance, Honda and GM would collaborate on a variety of segments while sharing common vehicle platforms, including the electrified and internal combustion propulsion systems associated with those platforms.
"Through this new alliance with GM, we can achieve substantial cost efficiencies in North America that will enable us to invest in future mobility technology, while maintaining our own distinct and competitive product offerings,” said Seiji Kuraishi, executive vice president of Honda Motor Co., Ltd. “Combining the strengths of each company, and by carefully determining what we will do on our own and what we will do in collaboration, we will strive to build a win-win relationship to create new value for our customers. In this way, Honda will continue making steady progress in solidifying our existing business by realizing strong products, strong manufacturing capability and a strong business structure."
The companies said planning discussions are underway with engineering work beginning in early 2021.
Visitors to FABTECH 2018 in Atlanta, GA, saw what they expected to see: examples of automation, additive and other smart manufacturing solutions.
The Gene Haas Foundation is donating more than US $80,000 to support skills training in Canada. In Western Canada, the Gene Haas Foundation has donated US $50,000 in scholarship funding to Skills Canada and in Ontario, it has donated US $30,000 ($36,000 CDN) for scholarship funding for students enrolled in Georgian College's Mechanical Technician-Precision Skills program. Earlier this year, the Foundation donated US $50,000 to Ontario Skills for scholarships in CNC technology. To date, just in this year alone, the Gene Haas Foundation has granted $150,000 to three Skills Canada competitions and to scholarships.
Record high global car sales with solid gains in North America are spurring growth in the Canadian automotive industry, according to a Scotiabank Global Auto Report released today, April 10.
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EMEC Machine Tools held its Montreal open house recently to showcase the latest in machine tool technologies.
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The United Auto Workers has joined autoworkers’ union Unifor in calling on General Motors to keep North American plants running.
New Delhi, India-based automotive parts maker Plastic Component Industries (PCI) will be opening its first-ever international facility in Ontario.
North America's premier event for metal fabricating, forming and welding takes place in Chicago, IL November 18-21
North America's largest event for the metal fabricating and forming industry takes place November 18 to 21 at McCormick Place, Chicago, IL.
The annual event attracts fabricators from across North America. This year, event organizers are expecting more than 35,000 attendees to visit the 1,500 exhibitors already registered for the event.
This year's events includes an expanded education program with more than 100 sessions, including 64 new courses that have not been offered at previous FABTECH events. New sessions include presentations on trends and advances in laser technology and new workshops about lean manufacturing, workforce development and press brake operation skills.
Special events include a welding competition, new product presentations, a reception for women in manufacturing and a "cocktails and comedy" event on Wednesday, November 20.
For event details and for registration, visit FABTECH online at www.fabtechexpo.com.
SHOW HOURS
Monday, November 18, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tuesday, November 19, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday, November 20, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday, November 21, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
- State of the Industry: Executive Outlook
Open to all attendees, the event takes place Tuesday, November 19, 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm at the FABTECH Theatre, Grand Concourse.
- · Solutions for a Qualified Workforce Pipline
Open to all attendees, panel discussion takes place Wednesday, November 20 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm at the FABTECH Theatre, Grand Concourse.
- · Robotic Arc Welding Contents
Robotic welding technicians compete on Tuesday, November 19 and Wednesday, November 20 in the North Hall, Booth N2099.
- · Cocktails and Comedy
Doors open at 5:00 pm at the FABTECH Theatre, Grand Concourse, on Wednesday, November 20.
EDUCATIONAL EVENTS: EDITOR'S PICKS
· Precision Punch & Cutting Technology 8:00 am - 10:00 am Monday, November 18
· Automation Solutions for Press Brakes with Tech Tour 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm, Monday, November 18
· Welding Disimilar Metals conference 8:15 am - 2:30 pm, Monday, November 18
· Introduction to Laser Cutting Best Practices 8:00 am - 10:00 am, Tuesday, November 19
· New Developments in Waterjet Cutting 10:30 am - 12:30 pm, Tuesday, November 19
· Inspecting and Troubleshooting Welded Tube 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm, Tuesday, November 19
· Innovations in Plasma Cutting 8:00 am - 10:00 am Wednesday, November 20
· Game Changing Technology to Increase Productivity 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm Wednesday, November 20
· High Energy Density Welding Processes 8:00 am - 11:00 am Wednesday, November 20
Check event details online at www.fabtechexpo.com/learn#.
The Newfoundland and Labrador chapter of the Canadian Welding Association held its inaugural event in late November with close to 70 people in attendance.
The Canadian government has announced it is investing more than $2 billion with Canadian companies to acquire ventilators and protective personal equipment (PPE) and has made $50 million available in funding for members of the Next Generation Manufacturing Supercluster to develop and scale up new in-demand technologies, equipment and medical products.
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Canadian manufacturers have the potential to become world-class leaders in manufacturing if they implement leading edge technologies and digital tools that will enable them to compete effectively.
