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Recovery for manufacturers will take "several years": BDC, Conference Board
Companies in key Canadian manufacturing sectors are waiting for customers - notably other manufacturers and the construction industry - to fully recover from the recession before consistent profit growth resumes, according to the Winter 2011 edition of the Canadian Industrial Profile Service. Take a look at the report's findings.
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Autodesk to acquire Blue Ridge Numerics
Autodesk, Inc. has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Blue Ridge Numerics, Inc., a provider of simulation software, for approximately $39 million US in cash. The transaction is expected to close by the end of April. Get the details here.
Leaders sought to build new organization for Ontario's skilled workers
The Ontario College of Trades is seeking more than 500 leaders to begin the process of self-regulating Ontario's trades. Learn how to apply.
Robotics award recipients announced
The Robotic Industries Association has announced the industry legends who will be honoured with the 2011 Engelberger Robotics Award, the industry's highest honour. Learn about this year's recipients.
Bison mirrors "instant" stocking program with Canadian distributor
By enlisting the help of a Canadian 3PL (third party logistics) company, Bison Gear & Engineering Corp. now provides warehousing, inventory management and delivery of more than 400 Bison gearmotors, motors, reducers and accessories to the Canadian market, and provides customer service to Canadian customers. Learn more.
Features: ERP and PLM Software
ERP buyer's corner: Making 2011 the year of ERP success
There are four sets of actions that can turn potentially failure-inducing situations into successful ERP projects. What are these actions?
Pathway to success: PLM software helps medical manufacturer achieve efficiency
Pathway Medical Technologies is committed to bringing technology to the marketplace to treat severe peripheral arterial disease; however, the company was using a paper-based system for managing all of its medical device documentation, part drawings and engineering changes, that was holding it back. Learn what kind of advantages and cost savings the company achieved through PLM.
Conduct ERP benchmarking survey - and you could win
Manufacturing AUTOMATION is conducting a survey on the topic of enterprise resource planning (ERP) software in the manufacturing industry, in co-operation with Jonathan Gross, ERP analyst and vice-president with IT consultancy Pemeco. The feedback from the first annual Benchmark Study: ERP in Canadian Manufacturing and Distribution will be used to develop best-in-class procedures for selecting and implementing ERP systems. Take the survey and enter to win an audit with an ERP expert (valued at $10,000).
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March 30: Machine Vision and Sensors
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January/February 2011 Digital Edition
Manufacturing the next generation: From a training simulator and web-based analytical tools, to an innovative co-op program, we take a look at some of the tools Canadian colleges and universities are using to develop the future workforce.
The 12th Annual Automation Education and Training Guide: A directory of automation-specific education and training courses offered at colleges and universities across Canada.
Top 5 in 2011: What are the top technologies you should have on your plant floor in 2011? We've asked a handful of industry experts to name the top five automation technologies and trends they think will make a difference in 2011.
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Cover Story: Green Manufacturing
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Canadian tissue manufacturer Kruger Products recently launched Sustainability 2015, an ambitious five-year plan aimed at reducing the company's environmental footprint. We take a look at the company's targets, including how it is streamlining its manufacturing processes to make them more environmentally friendly.
Feature: Energy Management
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As energy price volatility continues, manufacturers are coming under increasing pressure to proactively manage their energy consumption. A detailed understanding of the energy consumption for specific production areas, equipment and products, will allow manufacturers to better manage production planning and execution in an informed and responsible manner. In this article, Gescan's Ivan Romanow discusses criteria for an effective energy management strategy for manufacturers.
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What is cloud computing and how will it affect manufacturers? In this article, Wally Kowal, president and founder of Canadian Cloud Computing Inc., discusses the benefits of cloud computing and how it is changing the way companies operate.
Plus: The latest news and trends, as well as a selection of the latest software offerings, electronic components, HMIs, machine vision and inspection technologies, sensor products, enclosures and workstations, programmable control products and RFID technologies.
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