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Raise cash by using a sale leaseback
- By Ken Hurwitz
- Oct 9, 2023
- Management
- Blog Post
A sale leaseback is a transaction that conveys ownership of existing equipment to a financial institution in exchange for a lump sum cash payment.
Will a lack of skilled workers kill manufacturing in Canada?
- By Joe Thompson
- Sep 29, 2023
- Management
- Blog Post
Technology adoption, or the lack thereof, is Canada’s canary in the coal mine. It’s an indicator that something bad is about to happen.
Even with automation push, fundamentals still valuable
- By Rob Colman
- Sep 27, 2023
- Fabricating
- Blog Post
Reflecting on the L’Eroica bike race, the art of any worthy craft is worth celebrating.
Embrace emerging machine tool technology at CMTS
- By Marc Hasrouny
- Sep 21, 2023
- Management
- Blog Post
Canadian Machine Tool Distributors Association members help manufacturers install new technologies and invest in machines to boost R&D
Improve your manufacturing game at CMTS with CWB-EWI
CWB-EWI will display the newest and most innovative welding technology in the business, including cobots and tele-welding.
Visit the Canadian Tooling & Machining Association at CMTS
- By Sarah Grandy
- Sep 15, 2023
- Management
- Blog Post
The Canadian Tooling & Machining Association provides funding for hiring, equipment for high schools.
How can Canada close its skilled trades gap?
- By Joe Thompson
- Sep 7, 2023
- Management
- Blog Post
CMTS is being held this month at Toronto’s Congress Centre. I encourage you to spend some time there with some young people from your shop or family.
Get a financial pre-approval before attending CMTS
- By Ken Hurwitz
- Aug 31, 2023
- Management
- Blog Post
If you are considering making a purchase, go to the show armed with a pre-approval from your chosen lending institution.
Choose your lender wisely
- By Ken Hurwitz
- Aug 14, 2023
- Management
- Blog Post
When choosing a lender, consider some of the other factors beyond just the cost of funds.
What you need to know about the latest WHMIS update
- Aug 9, 2023
- Health & Safety
- Blog Post
Understanding how WHMIS has changed and ensuring workers are informed are essential steps to providing a safe working environment.
Find funding for summer and fall 2023
- By Alena Barreca
- Aug 4, 2023
- Management
- Blog Post
Four government grants, loans, and tax credits that are currently available for summer and fall of 2023.
Finding the right support for your digitalization plans
- By Rob Colman
- Aug 2, 2023
- Automation and Software
- Blog Post
Not sure where to start on your IoT journey? The Canada Digital Adoption Program might help.
How do your metrics measure up?
- By Joe Thompson
- Jul 26, 2023
- Management
- Blog Post
The Big Two measures of success in manufacturing are productivity and profitability. Most other metrics are tethered to these two in some way.
Getting the (skilled) help you need
- By Alena Barreca
- Jul 17, 2023
- Management
- Blog Post
Stay current on government funding news to learn about programs that have short application timelines of a month or less.
Understanding deposits and collateral
- By Ken Hurwitz
- Jul 11, 2023
- Management
- Blog Post
There are ways to attract lenders and it usually starts with making the best use of your existing assets.
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