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Break the mold
- By Lindsay Luminoso
- Mar 13, 2024
- Metalworking
- Article
Plastic injection moldmaker looks to innovate, invest, and grow its family business
Diving into Canada’s oceantech industry
- By Lindsay Luminoso
- Mar 11, 2024
- Fabricating
- Article
Natasha Legay of the Ocean Startup Project discusses unique challenges and the advanced innovation helping to drive forward Canada’s oceantech industry.
5 myths of sawing soft materials
- By Lindsay Luminoso
- Mar 6, 2024
- Fabricating
- Article
Three industry experts dispel five common myths associated with sawing soft materials such as aluminum, brass, and copper.
A guide to tooth pitch
- Mar 6, 2024
- Fabricating
- Article
Sawing experts outlined a rule of thumb that should be followed when determining tooth pitch of a blade.
Starting a metal additive manufacturing shop
- By Ryan Hayford
- Mar 4, 2024
- Metalworking
- Article
Many manufacturers that are considering opening an AM shop believe that others may not have their patience, resources, and flexibility.
Prepping for robotic or automated material removal
- By Cédrik Rochon and Ryan Boyd
- Feb 26, 2024
- Fabricating
- Article
To integrate robotic or automated material removal in your operations, consider your company’s readiness, requirements, tech options, and design.
Perfecting the art of manufacturing fitness equipment
- By Mark Cardwell
- Feb 23, 2024
- Fabricating
- Article
Fitness equipment manufacturer Atlantis Strength invests in an advanced fibre laser and automated tube bender to bolster just-in-time manufacturing needs.
Cracking into the process of safe manufacturing
- By Lindsay Luminoso
- Feb 21, 2024
- Fabricating
- Article
Toronto-based safe manufacturer builds safes that are resistant to fire, water, and break-ins to meet the increasing security needs of its customers.
Finding ways to level up at Niagara College
- By Lindsay Luminoso
- Feb 20, 2024
- Measurement
- Article
Niagara College’s Walker Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre works with manufacturers to solve challenges and develop production processes.
Lean practices are a required foundation for automation investment
- By William (Bill) Neeve
- Feb 15, 2024
- Management
- Article
Ensure lean principles cascade to all your technology implementations for lasting efficiencies.
A primer on reverse profiling
- By Lindsay Luminoso
- Feb 14, 2024
- Cutting Tools
- Article
There are a number of factors and process parameters that will determine the viability and success of reverse profiling for your application.
Core competencies keep Richmond Steel busy after 30 years
- By Rob Colman
- Feb 13, 2024
- Fabricating
- Article
Product mix, customer service, and its team help Hamilton, Ont.-based steel supplier thrive through challenging times.
Nature comes to life in artist Angello Glaros’ hands
- By Rob Colman
- Feb 9, 2024
- Fabricating
- Article
Nanaimo, B.C.-based Angellos Glaros demonstrates how metal can be shaped to look lifelike with heron sculpture.
B.C. job shop seeks diversity, technology adoption
- By Joe Thompson
- Feb 8, 2024
- Metalworking
- Article
Time and energy have been spent looking to the future, specifically the future of the skilled labour pool.
Supplier Side Talk: Renishaw Canada
- Feb 6, 2024
- Measurement
- Article
Renishaw Canada has grown over the last 20 years to serve the entire Canadian market from coast to coast.
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