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Canadian manufacturers must embrace change to compete globally: KPMG In past years, a risk averse attitude helped protect manufacturers in Canada during periods of volatility. But now, this approach may not be enough to keep pace with their global counterparts, according to KPMG’s Canadian Manufacturing Outlook 2015, released earlier this month. >> Read full article
VIDEO & PHOTOS: Harting hits the road with connectivity solutions Harting is travelling across North America showcasing its connectivity solutions with the help of its new roadshow truck, and Manufacturing AUTOMATION was invited to check out its exclusive media stop on October 21 in Toronto, Ont. >> Read full article
Ontario plant to close through PaperWorks’ consolidation PaperWorks Industries will be consolidating all of its Canadian folding carton production into its recently-acquired manufacturing facility in Kitchener, Ont. The company expects to consolidate all production at Kitchener by next May, and close its Hamilton plant by the following July. >> Read full article
Stratasys names John Gould North American president Stratasys is welcoming Dell veteran John Gould as the newest member of its leadership team. With more than 20 years of global management and technology experience, Gould will serve as president of North American operations. >> Read full article



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