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The importance of flexibility in manufacturing
September 10, 2015 by Alps Welding Ltd

Flexibility is one quality that has been key to the success of Alps Welding. The Woodbridge, Ont.-based custom metal fabricator has experience serving a variety of industries, such as petrochemical, mining, pharmaceutical, water treatment and…

Demountable wall assemblies ideal for industrial and commercial applications
May 7, 2015 by Excess Space Solutions Inc

Excess Space Solutions (ESS) designs and manufactures the ESS 100+ demountable wall assembly to meet many office and manufacturing plant requirements. The solution gives customers the quality of a permanent office and the…

Values drive growth at Vicone
April 9, 2015 by Vicone High Performance Rubber Inc.

Vicone is an entrepreneurial company that has developed a strong organizational culture based on a set of values. Not only have these values fuelled growth for the manufacturer and supplier of extruded and…

Four pillars of a successful business relationship
March 24, 2015 by Arcfil Products Ltd

Arc-Fil, a North American leader in strip and wire forming, has been building relationships with its customers since 1979 — a responsibility and privilege the Montreal, Que.-based company takes very seriously. “At Arc-Fil,…

Modular offices allow productivity, flexibility and safety
March 20, 2015 by Canadian Portable Structures (1992) Ltd.

Productivity is often hindered by noise and distractions in the workplace. But Canadian Portable Structures (CPS) has the solution — its ModTech System. With ModTech and its sound stopping technology, outside noises will…

Employee-owned machine shop has reputation for quality
March 13, 2015 by L & M Precision Products Inc

Quality is not just a word for the folks at L & M Precision Products. It’s a culture. The Toronto-based machine shop has a comprehensive Quality Assurance Program that utilizes Lean manufacturing processes…

Harting sees double-digit revenue growth in Canada
February 25, 2015 by Harting Canada Inc

Harting Canada continues to experience double-digit annual revenue growth, a trend which shows no sign of abating, according to Jon DeSouza, president and CEO of Harting Canada and Harting North America. The outlook…

Workforce management solution helps Joy Global improve performance
January 30, 2015 by Kronos Canadian Systems Inc.

Joy Global, a leader in high-productivity mining solutions, previously had no standard time and attendance or labour collection tool for its facilities around the world. Its locations, which span six continents and more than 20…

Torque flange delivers reliable test results
January 27, 2015 by Durham Instruments

T40B, from HBM, is the first torque flange of its class worldwide to benefit from the advantages of particularly secure digital data transfer between rotor and stator. The benefit: Constantly reliable test results,…

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January 26, 2015 by Daemar Inc.

Drilling pipes for use in the oil and gas industry are expensive to purchase, and when they are damaged, can be expensive to repair or replace. The parts of these pipes that most…

Boilers meet ever-changing demands of manufacturing process
January 23, 2015 by Miura Canada Co. Ltd.

When Glen Raven Technical Fabrics upgraded its textile dyeing and finishing infrastructure, it installed five Miura EX-300 industrial steam boilers. Engineered for quick startup, fuel economy and reduced emissions, Miura boilers provide the…

Three ways innovative piping system saves plants time and money
January 23, 2015 by IPEX Management Inc.

When compressed air systems aren’t functioning at peak capacity, businesses lose more than just air. They lose money in the form of wasted energy and wear on compressors, and increased operating and maintenance costs. But…

Custom fabricator provides quality service and product to petroleum industry
January 23, 2015 by Alps Welding Ltd

Since 1974, Alps Welding has been building petroleum industry equipment for a wide variety of applications, including those designed for sour service, high-tensile applications, corrosive environments or low temperature service. Over this time, the Woodbridge, Ont.-based…

Lapp cables regulate and control insulating glass production
January 22, 2015 by Lapp Canada Inc

Bystronic glass is an international leader in manufacturing machines and plants for the production of insulating glass, laminated glass, vehicle glass and photovoltaic modules. That’s why the company chooses to work with industry…

Global organizations transform workforce management with Kronos Cloud
January 19, 2015 by Kronos Canadian Systems Inc.

Global organizations are increasingly selecting workforce management solutions from Kronos Incorporated deployed in the Kronos Cloud to more effectively support their corporate strategies, while realizing added flexibility and a faster return on investment. These organizations rely…

Wainbee drives home commitment to customers with quality policy
January 14, 2015 by Wainbee Limited

Wainbee Limited, a manufacturer's agent and industrial distributor, has grown to become one of Canada's leading providers of technical and supply chain solutions for automation and control, with more than 200 employees in…

Antenna creates new possibilities in RFID deployment
January 14, 2015 by Harting Canada Inc

Harting’s new game-changing Ha-VIS LOCFIELD travelling wave UHF antenna makes it possible to create a passive RFID reading zone with a single antenna for applications like smart shelving systems, wireless sensor networks, door…

Dual-fuel steam boilers contribute to major efficiency upgrade for manufacturer
January 13, 2015 by Miura Canada Co. Ltd.

As a diversified producer of a wide range of sophisticated chemical products, FUJIFILM Hunt Chemicals, in Dayton Tenn., has expertise in applying advanced, cost-effective technologies to its complex manufacturing processes. After initiating an…

10 conveyor options for industrial environments
January 12, 2015 by Wecon Systems Ltd.

Wecon Systems is a complete, single source material handling systems integrator. The Mississauga, Ont.-based company provides, among other things, conveyor systems for a wide range of industrial manufacturing sectors. When it comes to…

How sustainable is your product?
January 10, 2015 by CSA Group

CSA Group is committed to creating a more sustainable world. To achieve this goal, it has developed the CSA sustainability mark, which tells retailers, regulators and consumers that any product with this mark has…

Quality is key when it comes to custom heat exchangers
January 8, 2015 by Alps Welding Ltd

Alps Welding prides itself on quality. The Woodbridge, Ont.-based custom fabricator has developed an extensive quality assurance (QA) program, and is audited and accredited as an ASME Section VIII, Div. 1 fabricator. “We apply this…

Top three benefits of structural steel mezzanines
January 7, 2015 by Excess Space Solutions Inc

Excess Space Solutions (ESS) designs, manufactures and distributes structural steel mezzanines to increase a facility’s square footage by turning unused overhead space into floor space. The Mississauga, Ont.-based company’s in-house engineering team custom…

Miura boilers deliver “green” steam for manufacturer
January 5, 2015 by Miura Canada Co. Ltd.

RFI Ingredients, a leader in custom extracts and nutritional supplements, touts the slogan “From field to formula.” The company’s commitment to its slogan is seen in its sourcing of raw materials from its…

Spring design is best left to the experts
December 29, 2014 by Springs & Things Inc

Springs are found in everything from HVAC filters to high-end microcomputers. They are critical components in many products — including products that may be in development. Springs & Things manufactures springs and wire forms for…

Six features to look for in an electronic pressure switch
December 23, 2014 by Wainbee Limited

The Barksdale BPS3000, available from Wainbee, combines all the must-have features of a modern electronic pressure switch, including compact design, high performance and easy operation. Below are the top six features of the device. …

Factors to consider when looking for a solutions provider
December 23, 2014 by Excess Space Solutions Inc

You need to expand your currently facility, and are looking for a solutions provider who can help you convert underutilized square feet in your plant into usable space. What capabilities should you be…

Why do you need certification marks on your products?
December 19, 2014 by CSA Group

Certification marks offer peace of mind to retailers, regulators, consumers and end-users worldwide by indicating that your products have been independently tested and have met the required standards for safety and performance. Depending…

Pre-start Health and Safety Reviews: What you need to know
December 19, 2014 by Engineered Lifting Systems & Equipment Inc.

次一个健康和安全审查(PSR)是law in Ontario, and must be performed on any new, modified or relocated equipment, or equipment that has been moved into a new workplace…

10 factors to consider when choosing a robot manufacturer
December 16, 2014 by DENSO Robotics

You’ve decided that a robot is the right technology for your application. Now you have to select a manufacturer. When choosing a robot from a specific manufacturer, there are 10 important things to…

Determining the connection between real-time income and plant performance
December 15, 2014 by Memex Automation Inc.

There are two questions that anyone in manufacturing management needs to know – “How well is my plant running?” and “Am I making money?” Manufacturing management needs a proven methodology to determine the…

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