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Feds take new approach to address skills shortages
The federal government is launching a new website to co-ordinate the information that job seekers need to find the employers who are hiring. Learn more about the website.
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EMC offers THRC-Harvard program for future managers
The Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium, in partnership with the Textiles Human Resources Council, now offers the THRC-Harvard Supervisory Certificate Program, which focuses on unlocking management potential. Learn more about the program.
Family recognizes mentor through donation to SAIT technology complex
A SAIT alum has returned to the Calgary, Alta.-based school to announce a $7-million donation towards the Promising Futures Campaign for SAIT's Trades and Technology Complex. Learn more.
ITT to acquire manufacturer of environmental water monitoring products
ITT Corporation has agreed to acquire YSI, a developer and manufacturer of sensors, instruments, software and data collection platforms for environmental water monitoring. Get the details.
Unemployment rate holds at 7.4 percent as economy adds 28,000 jobs
The Canadian economy posted better than expected job growth in June, helped by a gain in part-time jobs, to post its third consecutive month of increases. Get the details from the latest Statistics Canada report.
Solar panel maker blames politics and power authority for layoffs
Solar panel manufacturer Siliken Canada is laying off 60 workers in Windsor, and a company official is blaming the opposition and the power authority. Learn why.
Solar panel company inks manufacturing deal with Celestica
Opsun, a Canadian provider of rooftop mounting solutions and PV modules, has signed an agreement with Celestica to manufacture high-efficiency solar panels in Ontario. Learn more.
KSB Pumps moves into new Canadian headquarters
Pump and valve manufacturer KSB Pumps Inc. has relocated its Canadian headquarters to 5205 Tomken Road in Mississauga, Ont. Learn about the new facility.
Features: Education and Training and Wireless Technology and Security
Siemens launches online game to simulate plant manager experience
Siemens in Canada has recently launched Plantville, a new online gaming platform where players are faced with the challenge of maintaining the operation of their virtual plant while trying to improve key areas of manufacturing. Learn more about the game.
A secure vision
Many CEOs think that their security systems are just for opening doors, but John Nordigian is a visionary with a long wish list of high technology security functions that go well beyond access control. Find out how he turned his security system into a marketing, profitability and access control tool.
New Products: Wireless Technology and Security
Upcoming Online Spotlights:
July 20: Energy Management and Enclosures and Workstations
July 27: Test and Measurement
August 3: Machine Safety
August 10: CAD/CAM, ERP and PLM software
August 17: Motors and Drives
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June 2011 Digital Edition
The next chapter: Our editorial advisory board discusses the manufacturing industry's recovery, the challenges that remain, and the opportunities for growth
Innovation through Automation: Connecting field staff and experts remotely across continents with mobile video collaboration
2011 benchmark study: The secret recipe for ERP success
ERP overhaul: CB Engineering saves $250,000 annually and reduces operating expenses
The power of simulation: Virtual 3D simulation tools bring increased productivity and ROI
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September 2011 Manufacturing AUTOMATION Lineup
The September 2011 issue of Manufacturing AUTOMATION marks our 25th anniversary! We are celebrating this milestone with a new look! When the September issue arrives on your desk, it will be in a smaller footprint, but it will still contain the great, informative content you've grown to expect over the last 25 years. The September issue will include:
Cover story: Happy Anniversary – MA celebrates 25 years!
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A look at Manufacturing AUTOMATION over the last 25 years. Plus, industry analyst and futurist, Jim Pinto, will highlight how industrial automation has changed over the last 25 years, and what's to come.
Feature: 2011 Software Case Study Guide
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Who is Canada's safest manufacturer? We reveal the results of Canada's Safest Employer contest, brought to you by our sister publication, Canadian Occupational Safety magazine, with profiles of the winners.
Plus: Lean manufacturing, and a selection of the latest enclosures and workstations, power supplies, programmable control products, RFID offerings, wire and cable products, as well as the latest in wireless technology and security.
Check out the Calendar of Events on the Manufacturing AUTOMATION website for more upcoming industry seminars, conferences, shows and training sessions.
Got an event you want us to include on the website? Please send an e-mail to editor Mary Del Ciancio: mdelciancio@annexweb.com.
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