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Siemens Canada launches solar inverter manufacturing in Burlington WATCH
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Canada's Safest Employers in manufacturing revealed
The votes are in and the winners have emerged. After rigorous screening by members of the judging panel, the search for Canada's Safest Employers has ended and five companies from Canada's manufacturing industry have earned the title of Canada's Safest Employers. Meet the winners.
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Feds, Ontario sell remaining stake in Chrysler to Fiat
The federal and Ontario governments have sold their remaining stakes in automaker Chrysler to its parent company Fiat for $140 million US. Learn more about the deal.
Bank of Canada predicts economic growth in second half of 2011
Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney last week painted a picture of a strengthening Canadian economy, but warned it remained vulnerable to financial storms brewing in Europe. Learn more.
Take the Canadian Manufacturing Survey and enter to win!
Manufacturing AUTOMATION, in conjunction with the Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium, is benchmarking manufacturers and giving you the opportunity to compare your facility to others across Canada. Participate in our annual Canadian Manufacturing Study — with only 20 questions to answer — and you can enter to win one of FIVE $100 Canadian Tire gift cards. Take the survey.
Post-recession industries set to invest in MES: Frost and Sullivan
Post-recession companies across several business sectors are indicating interest in investing in manufacturing execution systems (MES) to improve operational agility and flexibility. Learn more from Frost and Sullivan's report on the World Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Market.
Deadline extended for 2011 Sustainability Awards
In recognition of the innovative and forward-thinking work of the business community in environmental protection, Partners in Project Green is calling for submissions for the 2011 Sustainability Awards. The deadline for applications is August 15, 2011. Learn more.
ProSoft Technology names new CEO and chairman of the board
ProSoft Technology, a Bakersfield, Calif.-based industrial communications company, has appointed a new CEO to succeed Gary Joke, who has been named chairman of the board. Meet the new addition.
Feature: Test and Measurement
New report identifies best ways to measure a company's impact on environment
A new report produced by the Network for Business Sustainability is aimed at helping senior executives and decision-makers new to sustainability find the best way to measure and value their company's impact on the environment. Called Measuring and Valuing Environmental Impacts, the report also identifies the pros and cons of the most common tools, enabling managers to select among them depending on their specific needs. Access the report here.
New Products: Test and Measurement
Upcoming Online Spotlights:
August 3: Machine Safety
August 10: CAD/CAM, ERP and PLM software
August 17: Motors and Drives
August 24: Robotics
August 31: Hydraulics and Pneumatics
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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.
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