Latest Updates
Latest updates
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Mazak Discover Automation Education
Mazak Discover Automation Education Event November 8-9, 2018 Cambridge, ON Visit Mazak online for detailsEvents
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FABTECH 2018 Atlanta, Georgia
November 6-8, 2018 Georgia World Congress Centre, Atlanta, GA Visit FABTECH online for details. -
ONCAP acquires Walter Surface Technologies
ONCAP, the middle market private equity platform of Onex, has purchased a majority stake in Walter Surface Technologies in partnership with the existing management team.Industry Update
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New series of compact five axis VMCs
Doosan Machine Tools has introduced the DVF Series of compact five axis machining centres.Shop Tools
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Laser welding cell
TRUMPF has introduced FusionLine technology with a new cube design, software components, and hardware innovations. -
Welding group warns steel tariffs hurting industry
The CWB Association has voiced its concern about the impact of US steel tariffs on the Canadian welding industry.Industry Update
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Labour saving breakthroughs
A roundup of new labour saving technologies including a printer that prints roads.Blog
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Added configurations for robotic MIG gun
Tregaskiss has added configurations for additional through-arm style robot models to its Tough Gun TA3 Robotic Air Cooled MIG Gun offering.Shop Tools
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Scalable additive/subtractive manufacturing system
GF Machining Solutions and 3D Systems have announced their first joint solution, the DMP Factory 500 scalable manufacturing system. -
Bombardier among outperforming businesses: National Bank
The National Bank of Canada says Canada’s 43 most prominent family controlled businesses – a group which includes Bombardier – “sustainably” outperform the S&P TSX composite index.Industry Update
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Decision on anti dumping measures is pending: Bains
The federal government plans to make a decision on safeguards against steel dumping in the coming weeks, Economic Development Minister Navdeep Bains said Friday. -
Force torque sensor software
Robotiq has launched Force Copilot software to operate Universal Robots’ e-Series embedded force torque sensor.Shop Tools
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Fiber laser cutting system
The ENSIS Series from Amada achieves high speed cutting in thin material, a key capability of fiber technology. -
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Thread former with polygon geometry
Walter has introduced the TC420 Supreme thread former.Shop Tools
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Mobile welding fume filtration
Translas is offering a line of mobile filtration units under the name ClearO2. -
Manufacturing output up sharply in August
The IHS Markit Canada Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) for August shows the strongest uptick in Canadian manufacturing output since December 2010.Industry Update
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Cobot for the machine tool industry
iAssist is the first of its kind autonomous and collaborative robot designed especially for the machine-tool industry. The solution is a collaborative initiative between Kuka and Makino.Blog
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CNC simulation software
CGTech has announced the latest release of Vericut CNC Simulation Software, Version 8.2.Shop Tools
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ID turning tool series
Tungaloy has introduced the Premium Internal Bar – DPMT series for efficient ID turning. -
Time lapse suspension bridge construction
Time lapse sequences make the construction of this massive suspension bridge – the Osman Gazi bridge over the Gulf of Izmit in Turkey, opened in 2016 – look a lot easier than it actually was.Blog
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NAFTA uncertainty rattles Canadian automotive sector
Canada’s automotive industry is anxious about details to emerge from current NAFTA negotiations, despite the recent agreement between the US and Mexico on revisions to the deal.Industry Update
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Ottawa announces support for automotive R&D
The Government of Canada has announced up to $9.46 million in funding to the University of Ontario Institute of Technology to enhance its Automotive Centre of Excellence in Oshawa, and to create new research and development jobs in the automotive industry. -
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Horizontal machining centre
MAG is launching its MMH 500 horizontal machining centre for the general market at IMTS 2018. -
Heavy duty grinders
Walter Surface Technologies has introduced the Ironman and Ironman PS heavy duty grinders. -
New Brunswick manufacturer lands $25 M Canadian military contract
Craig Manufacturing has won a contract to build the loadbeds on the new medium Support Vehicle System (MSVS) for the Canadian Forces.Industry Update
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Seven incredible but useful machines
From a bridge laying behemoth to a real-life hoverbike, we look at seven truly unique machines.Blog
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New Flyer wins Canada’s largest ever battery-electric bus contract
Winnipeg based bus maker New Flyer Canada has been awarded a contract to build zero-emission buses for two Quebec municipal transit agencies.Industry Update
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Mazak hosts Discover Education Automation event
November 8-9, 2018, Mazak Canada will host a two-day Discover Automation Education Event, focusing on how to automate low to medium-volume/high-mix machining production. -
10 Essentials for Finishing Stainless Steel
by Patrick Lapointe A step-by-step guide for the perfect finishFabricating
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FIELD NOTES: semi automatic circular cold saw
supplier: Scotchman Industrieend user: RST InstrumentsFabricating
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Growing With The Flow
Story and images by Noelle Stapinsky Evolving with a constant investment in technology keeps a family-owned fab shop meeting demand and expanding its business -
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Holemaking Options
by Marlon Blandon There’s more than one way to drill, thread and chamfer that holeCutting Tools
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Multi-Tasking Machines in Gear Milling
by Mike Finn A viable option for shops that machine more than just gearsMachining
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Cutting Tools: Keep Quiet!
by Kip Hanson Deep boring doesn’t have to be difficult...or noisyCutting Tools
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3D Inspection: Remote Control
by Noelle Stapinsky Moving automated 3D inspection technology to the shop floor boosts throughput with faster quality controlPlant Management
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Machining Knives: The Best in the World
by Kip Hanson | all photos courtesy Grimsmo Knives Grimsmo Knives turns a commodity item into a labour of love, passion and machine tool technologyMachining
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Additive Advances
by Kip Hanson Three surprising examples of how 3D printing is changing the world of manufacturing -
Chinese ambassador hopes to speed trade talks with Canada despite protectionism
China's ambassador to Canada says he hopes to make progress on a free trade agreement with Canada and others amid China's rising trade tensions with the United States.Industry Update
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Industrial precision circular saw blades
Lenox has introduced the CircTech Precision CM 100 Circular Saw Blade.Shop Tools
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Indexable grooving inserts
Walter has introduced the new A60 and AG60 inserts for small to medium pitch threads. -
Top 10 Most Dangerous Airports in the World
Not for those who are afraid of flying: the most dangerous airports in the world.Blog
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Two flap disc series
Walter Surface Technologies has released two new products for polishing and finishing projects: Instant Polish for fast single step finishes and Ultimate Shine for fine mirror finishes.Shop Tools
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Magna CEO sees “huge opportunity” in ongoing tariff war
Magna CEO Don Walker has told CNBC money columnist Jim Cramer that the Trump administration’s tariff campaign may have a silver lining.Industry Update
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VHB Tape GPH Series for high temperature applications
3M has introduced the new VHB Tape GPH series, for high temperature applications.Shop Tools
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CNC simulation software
CGTech has announced the release of Vericut CNC Simulation Software, Version 8.2. -
Why graphene hasn’t taken over the world...yet
Graphene is a form of carbon that was supposed to revolutionize materials science, medicine, engineering and more. Why hasn’t it taken over the world?Blog
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Mitsubishi Electric acquires ASTES4 SA
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, an established MC Machinery automation solutions partner, has announced the acquisition of ASTES4 SA.Industry Update
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Canada to consider safeguard steel tariffs
The federal government says it plans to seek industry input before it decides whether or not to impose tariffs on steel entering Canada from offshore suppliers. -
Magellan to manufacture engine castings for Pratt & Whitney
Magellan Aerospace has signed a six year agreement with Pratt & Whitney to manufacture aluminum castings for its Next Generation Product Family of engines. -
Ultrasonic weld seam inspection with phased array technology
https://www.vogt-ultrasonics.de/en/homepage/ has announced the implementation of a fully automated phased array ultrasonic inspection solution for electron beam welds on rotors for asynchronous motors for a supplier to the automotive industry.Shop Tools
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Robotic welding for structural steel fabrication
The BeamMaster WELD robotic welding line from AGT Robotics is specially engineered for structural steel applications. -
Fume extraction system FEC
The Fume Extraction System FEC from Abicor Binzel uses cyclone technology for particle pre-separation to protect the filter surface and reduce cleaning. -
Fiber laser/punch combination
Amada’s ACIES AJ series fiber laser/punch combination machine in action.Blog
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Seco, MachineMetrics to offer manufacturing analytics
Seco Tools has announced a partnership with MachineMetrics to offer manufacturing analytics.Industry Update
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Disney develops acrobatic robot
Robotics has come a long way in a few short years. This new acrobatic robot from Disney could put stunt performers out of work.Blog
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Integrated Z-axis boosts laser blanking system speeds
LaserCoil Technologies has increased the cutting speed and power of its laser blanking systems.Shop Tools
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Machining and grinding fluids
Chemetall, the Surface Treatment global business unit of the Coatings division of BASF, has introduced Tech Cool 35058 and Tech Cool 35037. -
Trade gap hits 17-month low
Canada’s trade gap narrowed in June to its lowest level in 17 months.Industry Update
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Magna lowers production forecast on expected hit from tariffs
Tariffs imposed by the Trump administration have led Canadian auto parts maker Magna to lower its yearly North American production forecast. -
US companies using tariffs to hike prices, Linamar CEO says
Linda Hasenfratz, CEO of Linamar, says "opportunistic" US companies are taking advantage of 25 per cent tariffs on metals introduced by President Donald Trump to hike the prices they charge. -
Additive manufacturing software
Renishaw has introduced InfiniAM Spectral, a new additive manufacturing (AM) process monitoring software system.Shop Tools
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Pneumatic quick change pallet system
The new VERO-S NSE3 premium modules from Schunk are fully compatible with the previous VERO-S modular system. -
High speed machining on an Okuma five axis machine
Watch how an Okuma five axis machine handles high speed machining.Blog
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Weld seam inspection with phased array technology
Vogt Ultrasonics has announced the implementation of a fully automated phased array ultrasonic inspection solution for electron beam welds on rotors for asynchronous motors for a supplier to the automotive industry.Shop Tools
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CWB Association launches new web site, members’ portal
The CWB Association has launched a new web site and members’ portal offering new and improved membership options and resources.Industry Update
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The 12 Most Amazing Bridges Ever Built
Take a video tour of a dozen of the most amazing bridges in the world.Blog
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Webstore for CO2 and fibre laser optics, laser consumables and press brake tooling
Mate Precision Tooling has launched its new laser consumable products and press brake tooling webstore.Shop Tools
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Horizontal machining centre
MAG will debut its new MMH 500 horizontal machining centre for the general market at IMTS 2018 in Chicago. -
Manufacturing growth holds in July: prices rise at record pace
The IHS Markit Canada Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) for July shows output levels rising at the fastest pace since March of last year.Industry Update
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Fabricating: The Automation Leap
Ontario shop’s investment in automated bending pays offFabricating
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The Bend Trend
by Noelle Stapinsky Demand for smaller batch sizes is driving advancements in set up technology, operator interaction, and a shift towards smaller press brakes -
Precision by Dan’s
by Kip Hanson | photos courtesy of Dan’s Precision This “typical job shop” in Ontario is anything butMachining
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A Lean Culture
by Noelle Stapinsky Simple lean strategies keep small to medium shops flowing and competitivePlant Management
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Dispensing with Tradition
by Kip Hanson Industrial vending machines bring order to tool crib chaosCutting Tools
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Watch for the Piranha
by Kip Hanson | photos by David Afriat Quebec cutting tool manufacturer achieves new levels of precision and productivityMachining
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Power play
by Noelle Stapinsky Growing global demand for energy could spark opportunities for Canadian manufacturers -
Blockchain for Manufacturing
There’s a new concept circulating in the manufacturing industry: blockchain technology. Many say it’s the second generation of the digital revolution and the latest in Industry 4.0 tools.Blog
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Bombardier to supply 36 commuter trains to Paris
Bombardier’s rail division, Bombardier Transportation, has received an order for 36 Francilien train sets from the French national railway corporation, Société nationale des chemins de fer français (SNCF).Industry Update
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Elliott Matsuura to sell Excetek EDMs in Canada
Elliott Matsuura Canada Inc. has signed a distribution agreement with Excetek Technologies Co. Ltd., to suppy sinker, drill and large wire EDM machines in Canada. -
Singh finds uncertainty in Canadian manufacturing sector
Jagmeet Singh, leader of the federal New Democratic Party, visited Windsor recently to find out how tariffs and changes to the free trade agreement could affect companies in the region’s large US-facing manufacturing sector. -
Rapid liquid printing
If you thought 3D printing was leading edge, wait until you see 4D printing, being developed at MIT’s Self-Assembly Lab.Blog
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MIG and TIG weld cleaning system
Walter Surface Technologies has recently introduced the Surfox 305, a patented electrochemical MIG and TIG weld cleaning system.Shop Tools
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New insert grade with reduced friction
Walter has introduced the WSM01 premier grade insert with Walter’s new MS3 negative geometry. -
Exothermic cutting system
Arcair, an ESAB brand, has completed a major upgrade to its SLICE exothermic cutting system. -
Aluminum Rougher (AR) series end mills
LMT Onsrud has expanded its line of AR end mills for aluminum and non-ferrous roughing applications. -
Heaviest of the heavy
From tunnel borers to bridge builders to a self-propelled modular transporter, these examples of super-heavy equipment are worth a look.Blog
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Trump tariffs tipping us toward a recession: Linamar CEO
In an opinion piece featured in the Globe and Mail, Linamar CEO Linda Hasenfratz warns that US President Donald Trump’s newly levied tariffs on Canadian goods coming into the country could have a catastrophic economic impact.Industry Update
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Brand neutral manufacturing resource platform
A new online manufacturing resource platform called “A Faster Horse” has launched. -
RCAF gets new helicopters
Their arrival may have been a long time coming, but new Cyclone helicopters have finally been rolled out by the Royal Canadian Air Force. The RCAF showed off the first of its new aircraft in the skies over Halifax on July 13.Blog
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Stelco National Steel Sponsor for Mind Over Metal camps
Stelco has announced that it is the National Steel Sponsor for over 80 CWB Welding Foundation Mind Over Metal (MOM) camps that will run throughout Canada in 2018/19.Industry Update
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Semi automatic double column bandsaw
The model H5 SA semi automatic double column bandsaw from Kalamazoo Industries has been designed to produce accurate vertical cuts in structural steel.Shop Tools
