Machining
July 21, 2016
Raufoss Canada, a subsidisary of Norwegian manufacturer Neuman Aluminum, is investing $49 million to retrofit and expand production at its Broisbriand, QC, plant.
July 21, 2016
BIG Kaiser has introduced a series of micro engraving cutters developed and built by its partner Sphinx. The solid carbide engraving cutters’ sharp, positive cutting geometry promotes burr-free surface finishes and smooth transitions.
July 14, 2016
Two aerospace parts manufacutring companies are investing a combined $62.4 million in upgrading their operations in Quebec.
July 12, 2016
A Swedish additive manufacturing company is investing $31 million in a new automated facility in Broisbriand, QC, that will create 106 new jobs over the next three years. Advanced Powders & Coatings (AP&C), a subsidiary of Arcam AB, made the announcement at the Farnborough International Airshow.
June 30, 2016
GF Machining Solutions has appointed Machine Tool Systems Inc. as its new exclusive Canadian distributor. The new deal takes effect July 16, 2016.
June 30, 2016
5ME and Okuma demonstrate cryogenic machining on an Okuma MA-600H II horizontal machining centre. The suppliers say the process offers up to five times increased processing speed and decreased tool wear.
June 24, 2016
P.O.M. Solutions, a new distribution company of machine tool accessories based in Burlington, ON, has taken on a new Italian tooling line, FPT Fast Mill modular clamping systems.
June 23, 2016
The Italian Trade Commission is seeking Canadian metal products manufacturers interested in attending one of Italy's largest trade shows for the metalworking industry, BIMU-SFORTEC 2016.
June 21, 2016
Alta Precision, a Montreal machine shop serving the aerospace manufacturing industry, has doubled its operation to meet growing demand. The modernized $11 million project has seen the CNC manufacturing business go from 40,000 sq ft to 80,000 sq ft. The company held an inauguration on June 21. Alta Precision will be featured in Shop Metalworking Technology's upcoming August issue.
June 15, 2016
Manufacturing doesn't have the greatest reputation among the general public and when it comes to youth, it's not often considered as a career choice. The Canadian Tooling and Machining Association (CTMA), along with industry suppliers, want to change that perception and held the first Technolody Day on June 14 in Cambridge, ON, to do just that.
June 15, 2016
Jonathan Adair, a graduate of Georgian College, in Barrie, ON, won the gold medal in CNC machining at the Skills Canada National Competition in Moncton, NB, that ran June 5-8.
June 5, 2016
DMG MORI's Ultrasonic technology enables manufacturers to machine complex workpiece geometries in demanding high tech materials economically, claims the company.
June 2, 2016
by Andrew Brooks
Process diversification is one way to survive and thrive in a down market
June 2, 2016
article by Kip Hanson photos by Jim Barnes
Ontario mouldmaker tackles whatever comes its way, and does it faster than the competition
The Problem: Reducing manufacturing lead time from weeks to hours
The Solution: Five axis, high speed universal machining technology
June 2, 2016
photos and story by Jim Barnes
Heavy duty five axis boring mill boosts productivity, quality
The Problem: Need to machine more complex, high quality parts
The Solution: A five axis boring mill with head changer
May 31, 2016
by Douglas Rizzo
Your machine tool can last decades if you take care of it
May 20, 2016
GF Machining Solutions, Lincolnshire, IL, plans to acquire Microlution, a Chicago, IL developer of micro machining products incorporating milling and laser technologies.
May 5, 2016
by Andrew Brooks
Anchor Danly finds the gold in the automotive market
May 5, 2016
by Andrew Brooks
Market changes creating opportunities for automotive manufacturing in Canada
