Mar 27, 2020 
NGen Announces Funding Program to Scale COVID Response
NGen Announces Funding Program to Scale COVID ResponseNext Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen) will invest $50 million in Supercluster funding to support companies as they rapidly respond to the COVID-19 pandemic by building a Canadian supply of essential equipment, products, and therapeutics. Projects will be…
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How Manufacturers Can Cope with COVID-19
How Manufacturers Can Cope with COVID-19March 24, 2020 By Alan Rooks Editor in Chief, Manufacturing Engineering There’s a big new trend sweeping the world, and not in a good way. The new coronavirus goes by other names, including COVID-19, the novel coronavirus,…
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Calling All Suppliers
Calling All SuppliersCalling all suppliers – Help Canada combat Coronavirus disease (COVID-19): Government of Canada is asking suppliers about their ability to provide products and services. Are you a business that can supply products and services in…
More Mar 19, 2020 Manufacturing in the Middle of COVID-19 Pandemic
Manufacturing in the Middle of COVID-19 PandemicBill Koenig | Senior Editor | SME Media COMMENTARY Manufacturing has been in the middle of the outbreak of the coronavirus (COVID-19) from the start. The impact is expanding as the virus spreads. The coronavirus originated in Wuhan,…
More Jan 30, 2020 Industry group forecasts $2B rise in oil and gas spending this year
Industry group forecasts $2B rise in oil and gas spending this yearAfter spending declines in four of the past five years, about 6% more will be invested in the Canadian upstream sector this year compared with 2019 by Dan Healing CALGARY — Business friendly policies enacted…
More Jan 22, 2020 ‘A huge opportunity’: Alberta oilfields could give rise to lithium industry fuelled by electric cars
‘A huge opportunity’: Alberta oilfields could give rise to lithium industry fuelled by electric carsAMANDA STEPHENSON, CALGARY HERALD Calgary-based E3 Metals wouldn’t exist if it weren’t for the work of Elon Musk. The natural resources company, which was founded in 2016, has developed a patented ion-exchange extraction technology that produces…
More Jan 17, 2020 Canada Oil and Gas Market, Size, Share, Outlook and Growth Opportunities 2020-2026
Canada Oil and Gas Market, Size, Share, Outlook and Growth Opportunities 2020-2026Market Insights and Outlook During 2020-2026 Fusion Science Academy Report "Recovering prices, strong demand from the transportation industry and modern developments of oil and gas exploration and production activities are some of the factors driving…
More Dec 12, 2019 Cenovus to Increase 2020 Capital Investment & Production
Cenovus to Increase 2020 Capital Investment & Productionnasdaq.com Cenovus Energy Inc. CVE recently announced the intention of increasing capital spending for 2020 to C$1.3-C$1.5 billion from the 2019 estimated level of C$1.1-C$1.2 billion. The rise can be attributed to a deferral of spending this…
More Dec 04, 2019 Suncor keeps 2020 oil budget flat, approves $300M wind farm project
Suncor keeps 2020 oil budget flat, approves $300M wind farm projectDecember 4, 2019 | | by CP Staff CALGARY – Oilsands giant Suncor Energy Inc. says it will keep capital spending related to its oil operations flat next year while moving forward with a new…
More Dec 02, 2019 Machine Tool Buying in the Internet Age
Machine Tool Buying in the Internet AgeBy Ed Sinkora Contributing Editor, SME Media | sme.org New tools, possible pitfalls, and consistent lessons shape how shops purchase machine tools Much about the process of buying machine tools has changed over the last decade. And much…
More Nov 28, 2019 Manufacturers, oil and gas industrial sites could get property tax break under new bill
Manufacturers, oil and gas industrial sites could get property tax break under new billA new bill before the legislature would allow municipalities to extend new commercial property tax exemptions to manufacturing, processing and other industrial sites to help towns attract and retain businesses. JANET FRENCH Updated: November 27,…
More Nov 21, 2019 Training for Manufacturing Requires Small Steps
Training for Manufacturing Requires Small StepsBy Bruce Morey Senior Technical Editor, SME Media Tooling U-SME, a unit of SME, released a new report on “Balancing Operations and Training: Small Steps Create Big Wins.” The report provides action steps that can boost…
More Nov 07, 2019 Energy Parts Machining
Energy Parts MachiningMulti-tasking machines, ceramic inserts, additive manufacturing and automation help produce a large mix of energy industry parts By Geoff Giordano Contributing Editor, SME Media The ever-volatile oil and natural gas industry—roiled most recently by September’s…
More Aug 15, 2019 Securing OT in the Energy and Utilities Sector
Securing OT in the Energy and Utilities Sectorsme.org | By Rick Peters Operational Technology Global Enablement Director, Fortinet "As infrastructures for energy and utility companies undergo digital transformation, they are increasingly vulnerable to cybercriminals. Convergence-enabled cyberattacks—where criminals exploit traditionally isolated operational technology…
More Jul 30, 2019 Investment in Alberta’s Heartland creating regional spinoffs
Investment in Alberta’s Heartland creating regional spinoffsPublished on: July 30, 2019 | www.sherwoodparknews.com "Industrial operations in the Heartland region, which includes five municipalities in the Edmonton area, will have attracted more than $40 billion in investments and contributed approximately $2 billion…
More Jul 16, 2019 Alberta economy doing better than expected in June forecast, TD economists note
Alberta economy doing better than expected in June forecast, TD economists noteThe Canadian Press JULY 16, 2019 CALGARY — Economists at TD Bank say they are looking at upgrading their Alberta growth expectations for 2019 as signs point to a more robust than expected recovery from…
More Jul 04, 2019 Government invests $450K in Alberta machine shop for 3D printing
Government invests $450K in Alberta machine shop for 3D printingJuly 3, 2019 | Manufacturing Automation – "The federal government is investing nearly half a million dollars in an Edmonton-based machine and welding shop to purchase a large-scale 3D printer. Apollo-Clad Laser Cladding, a division…
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WMTS Continues Today – Even More Cutting-Edge Content and Networking!
WMTS Continues Today – Even More Cutting-Edge Content and Networking!WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5 EXHIBITS: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Interact face-to-face with the experts and evaluate live manufacturing equipment side-by-side from 100+ world class suppliers. KEYNOTE » June 5, 2019 » 9:00 am - 10:00 am…
More Jun 04, 2019 Today’s Top Acitivities at WMTS!
Today’s Top Acitivities at WMTS!EXHIBITS: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Compare manufacturing solutions and meet experts from 100+ industry suppliers and OEMs, find innovative new products, and take part in hands-on demonstrations - all under 1 roof! KEYNOTE »…
More Jun 04, 2019 Cam Industrial and ABB Bring World-Leading Industrial Robotics to Drive Manufacturing Innovation in Alberta
Cam Industrial and ABB Bring World-Leading Industrial Robotics to Drive Manufacturing Innovation in AlbertaIndustrial automation boosts efficiency, safety and performance for Alberta industries June 4, 2019 (Edmonton, Canada) – Cam Industrial, a leading distributor of industrial products and supplies in Western Canada, and ABB, a global technology leader…
More Jun 03, 2019 Innovation, Workforce Development to Dominate WMTS 2019
Innovation, Workforce Development to Dominate WMTS 2019Keynotes and education sessions to emphasize technology and training (EDMONTON, AB, June 3, 2019) – SME, producers of the Western Manufacturing Technology Show (WMTS), Western Canada’s largest and most influential manufacturing event, has announced the…
More May 24, 2019 Canada’s energy sector swings to profit in Q1 on higher oil prices
Canada’s energy sector swings to profit in Q1 on higher oil pricesThe energy sector's increase in operating profit outpaced all other major Canadian industries Soure: Rajeshni Naidu-Ghelani · CBC News · Posted: May 24, 2019 Canada's energy sector saw a big bump in profit in the first quarter this year as rising oil…
More May 23, 2019 Lamarche Machinery Welcomes You to WMTS
Lamarche Machinery Welcomes You to WMTSEdmonton, AB – (May 23, 2019) – Lamarche Machinery Inc (“Lamarche Machinery”) is proud to announce its participation in the Western Manufacturing Technology Show (WMTS) on June 4 – 6, 2019 at the Edmonton EXPO…
More May 22, 2019 Canada’s energy future to be propelled by technological innovation
Canada’s energy future to be propelled by technological innovationSource: PwC (PricewaterhouseCoopers) | May 22, 2019, 09:00 ET "A silver lining to this decade of disruption is that it's driving oil and gas companies to innovate. No longer are oil and gas companies just…
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LaMarche Machinery Invites You to WMTS 2019
LaMarche Machinery Invites You to WMTS 2019Visit LaMarche Machinery in Booth 507 at WMTS 2019 FREE GUEST PASS: Register Now – Save $35 Lamarche Machinery Inc. is a full solution-oriented CNC Machinery & Robot sales, distribution and service organization.We…
More May 10, 2019 Manufacturing: New and Improved!
Manufacturing: New and Improved!Alan Rooks – Editor in Chief | AdvancedManufacturing.org The state of manufacturing is always a combination of tried and true methods; improvements (sometimes dramatic) in traditional processes; and brand new technology few people even conceived of a…
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Event Preview Now Online!
Event Preview Now Online!Find all WMTS topics and technologies, speakers and special programs, plus a special offer inside! ❱❱ Keynotes & Special Presentations ❱❱ Exhibitors & Technologies on Display ❱❱ Knowledge Bars ❱❱ Networking Events ❱❱ Tour and…
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2 New Workshops Added to WMTS Line-Up!
2 New Workshops Added to WMTS Line-Up!WMTS workshops are in-depth sessions that expose attendees to the newest technology, trends, processes and more in manufacturing today. Wednesday, June 5 | 10:30 am – 1:30 pm Workshop: Understand the Power of IIoT…
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Keynotes and Special Presentations Announced!
Keynotes and Special Presentations Announced!Gain industry insights – WMTS Keynotes & Special Presentations have been carefully selected for their insights on the challenges our industry faces and for their thoughts on how to move forward. Keynotes and Special Presentations…
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Knowledge Bar Topics & Speakers Announced!
Knowledge Bar Topics & Speakers Announced!Attend these small group discussions that are designed to provide the opportunity to ask questions about your specific manufacturing challenges and get ‘the scoop’ from industry experts in key technology areas. These discussions are presentation-free…
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Thomas Skinner invites you to WMTS 2019
Thomas Skinner invites you to WMTS 2019Visit Thomas Skinner in Booth 251 at WMTS 2019 FREE GUEST PASS: Register Now - Save $35 Thomas Skinner is the leading Western Canadian distributor of industrial metalworking, and machine shop supplies and equipment.…
More Mar 22, 2019 WMTS 2019: Resources, Knowledge and the New World of Manufacturing
WMTS 2019: Resources, Knowledge and the New World of ManufacturingEdmonton, AB – (March 22, 2019) – New challenges and opportunities are coming in Western Canada’s manufacturing sector in the very near future. That topic is among the highlights of the 2019 Western Manufacturing Technology…
More Mar 14, 2019 New jobs and investment as Inter Pipeline Ltd invest $600 million in new petrochemical plant east of Edmonton
New jobs and investment as Inter Pipeline Ltd invest $600 million in new petrochemical plant east of EdmontonMarch 14, 2019 | Arthur Green | Fort Saskatchewn The Record - Article Inter Pipeline Ltd has invested in a new project in the Industrial Heartland aided by the government. The economy in Alberta is…
More Mar 05, 2019 Western Canada’s Leading Distributor, Thomas Skinner, Announces Participation at SME’s Western Manufacturing Technology Show 2019
Western Canada’s Leading Distributor, Thomas Skinner, Announces Participation at SME’s Western Manufacturing Technology Show 2019Western Canada’s Leading Distributor, Thomas Skinner, Announces Participation at SME's Western Manufacturing Technology Show 2019 Edmonton, AB – (March 6, 2019) – Thomas Skinner and Son Limited (“Thomas Skinner”) is proud to announce its participation…
More Feb 28, 2019 Alberta capital expenditures forecast to remain at $60 billion
Alberta capital expenditures forecast to remain at $60 billionMario Toneguzzi | Troy Media | 02.28.2019 "Capital spending in Alberta is expected to be near $60 billion in 2019 for the third year in a row, says Statistics Canada. “Capital spending decreases expected in the…
More Feb 27, 2019 Alberta’s economic growth to leap to country-leading in 2020: Conference Board
Alberta’s economic growth to leap to country-leading in 2020: Conference BoardCBC News · John Gibson · 02.27.2019 "In 2020, Alberta is predicted to surge to first place from last place among the provinces in terms of economic growth. (Conference Board of Canada) "Positive signals on the oil front have…
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Registration is open for WMTS 2019
Registration is open for WMTS 2019Registration is now open for the Western Manufacturing Technology Show (WMTS) - Western Canada’s meeting place for manufacturing technologies, trends & industry connections. WMTS will take place this June 4 - 6, 2019 at the…
More Feb 14, 2019 Alberta makes major investment to attract AI companies
Alberta makes major investment to attract AI companiesCALGARY (660 NEWS - Tom Ross) — With the towering offices once filled with oil companies providing the backdrop, Alberta Premier Rachel Notley made an announcement to increase high-tech investment in the province on Wednesday.…
More Feb 11, 2019 Investment increases Alberta’s capacity to bring micro and nanotechnology (MNT) products to market
Investment increases Alberta’s capacity to bring micro and nanotechnology (MNT) products to marketFunding will help the University of Alberta's nanoFAB facility to increase manufacturing volume and seize commercial opportunities EDMONTON, Feb. 11, 2019 /CNW/ - The Government of Canada is supporting the development and commercialization of innovative products to enhance Alberta's advanced manufacturing sector, create…
More Feb 06, 2019 New Approaches to Making Parts for the Oil Patch
New Approaches to Making Parts for the Oil PatchFracking has led to big changes in the oil patch and big changes in parts machining. January 28, 2019 | AdvancedManufacturing.org | Ed Sinkora - Contributing Editor Rod Zimmerman of cutting tool manufacturer Iscar Metals lives in a pleasant green…
More Feb 05, 2019 Pembina’s $4.5-billion venture to revive petrochemicals industry
Pembina’s $4.5-billion venture to revive petrochemicals industryMultiple projects proposed in Alberta to soak up vast supply of low-cost natural gas from the Montney. Pembina Pipeline Corp.’s joint venture with Kuwait's Petrochemical Industries Co. is estimated to cost $4.5 billion including the plants…
More Jan 31, 2019 Alberta easing oil production cuts as price improves
Alberta easing oil production cuts as price improvesEDMONTON – Alberta is easing mandatory production cuts as the price of oil increases, but industry players remain concerned about the underlying problem that drove the curtailment in the first place: a lack of adequate…
More Jan 17, 2019 Canada’s capital spending on industrial chemical industry projects is expected to jump by 65 per cent this year
Canada’s capital spending on industrial chemical industry projects is expected to jump by 65 per cent this yearCALGARY - CanadianManufacturing.com | Dan Healing - Canada’s slow-growing petrochemical industry is headed for its biggest surge of expansion spending in five years in 2019, thanks in large part to incentive programs by federal and provincial governments.…
More Jan 10, 2019 Alberta’s largest load makes it to Fort Saskatchewan
Alberta’s largest load makes it to Fort SaskatchewanPublished Thursday, January 10, 2019 | CTV News Edmonton "Over the course of three days an 820-tonne polypropylene splitter tied up traffic and turned heads as it was trucked from Edmonton to Fort Saskatchewan. As…
More Jan 02, 2019 Alberta Ranked First in Economic Growth for 2018
Alberta Ranked First in Economic Growth for 201828 December 2018 | Written by Sam Pike "Alberta has proven once again that it's at the top of the country for economic growth for the second year in a row in 2018. With the highest average…
More Dec 19, 2018 Alberta manufacturing sales continue to climb
Alberta manufacturing sales continue to climb"Reached $6.8 billion in October, up 13.3% or $800 million from a year ago" Mario Toneguzzi | December 18, 2018 | Original Article Manufacturing sales in Alberta continue to be strong and growing. A report released on Tuesday…
More Nov 21, 2018 ‘The time is now’: Alberta boosts support for oil and gas upgrading
‘The time is now’: Alberta boosts support for oil and gas upgradingCBC News | 11/21/2018 "In a bid to combat the effects of low energy prices, Alberta is boosting its investment in two petrochemical upgrading programs to $2.1 billion, the government said Tuesday. "For decades, we've been…
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Call for Speakers – Abstracts Due Nov 30
Call for Speakers – Abstracts Due Nov 30As the most important manufacturing event in Western Canada, WMTS is more than a tradeshow. With keynotes, panel discussions, and education sessions on the event floor, participants can connect with thought leaders to learn about new…
More Oct 22, 2018 Alberta manufacturing sales up 12% from last year
Alberta manufacturing sales up 12% from last year"Even though sales took a break in August, manufactured goods in Alberta are expected to perform strongly for the rest of 2018" 10/22/2018 | Mario Toneguzzi "Manufacturing sales in Alberta fell 0.8 per cent in…
More Oct 11, 2018 New $2 billion methanol plant planned for Grande Prairie
New $2 billion methanol plant planned for Grande PrairieDeborah Jaremko | Oct. 10, 2018 - Calgary-based Nauticol Energy announced on Tuesday its intention to construct a $2 billion methanol manufacturing facility in Grande Prairie, in the heart of Montney drilling activity. The project will convert natural…
More Oct 02, 2018 From dairy to oil, here’s what USMCA means for Alberta’s economy – The Star Calgary
From dairy to oil, here’s what USMCA means for Alberta’s economy – The Star Calgary10/01/2018 | Calgary/Edmonton—"From dairy to manufacturing to the oil and gas sector, Alberta’s economy will see changes under the new United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement — but the provincial government believes it’s come off rather well. Continue…
More Aug 02, 2018 Strong manufacturing growth maintained in July
Strong manufacturing growth maintained in July8/2/2018 (BUSINESS WIRE) – Canadian manufacturers recorded robust rises in output, new orders and employment during July, thereby signalling another marked improvement in overall business conditions across the sector. However, the latest survey also signalled…
More Aug 01, 2018 Oil Drives Canada’s Fastest Economic Growth Spurt in a Year
Oil Drives Canada’s Fastest Economic Growth Spurt in a Year7/31/2018 | Bloomberg.com Canada’s economy grew at the fastest pace in a year, further evidence of a solid expansion. GDP report shows gains across 19 of 20 industries in May. Oil was a key driver, with…
More Jul 31, 2018 Manufacturing shipments reach highest level since 2014
Manufacturing shipments reach highest level since 20147/23/2018 | ATB Financial's Economics + Research Team - In another sign that the 2015-16 recession is behind us, shipments of manufactured goods from Alberta reached the highest total in about three and a half years.…
More Jul 17, 2018 Statistics Canada reports manufacturing sales up 1.4 per cent in May, led by B.C. and Alberta
Statistics Canada reports manufacturing sales up 1.4 per cent in May, led by B.C. and AlbertaThe Canadian Press – July 17, 2018 – Canadian manufacturing sales bounced back more than expected in May as the gains were led by the chemical, machinery and wood product industries. Manufacturing sales were up…
More Jun 28, 2018 Alberta economy has recovered two-thirds of recession losses: government
Alberta economy has recovered two-thirds of recession losses: governmentJUNE 28, 2018 - The Canadian Press - EDMONTON — The Alberta government says the provincial economy has recovered about two-thirds of its losses from the last recession. It says the economy grew by 4.9 per cent…
More Jun 28, 2018 Canada’s oil and gas workforce skills and occupations are shifting, says PetroLMI report
Canada’s oil and gas workforce skills and occupations are shifting, says PetroLMI reportCALGARY, Alberta, June 27, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As the Canadian oil and gas industry adapts and changes its business to remain globally competitive, new skills and job opportunities are emerging and replacing more traditional…
More Jun 18, 2018 Alberta GDP numbers rise across the board
Alberta GDP numbers rise across the boardJune 18, 2018 - The real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for Alberta’s agri-food industry rose by 2.5 per cent in 2017 to $6.5 billion. The province accounts for 12.5 per cent of the country’s agri-food…
More May 23, 2018 Alberta’s economy growing at moderate pace
Alberta’s economy growing at moderate paceEDMONTON — Alberta’s economy continues to grow, albeit at a moderate pace, according to analysts. "The report added that employment is growing, but at a slow rate — across the province, the last 12 months…
More May 18, 2018 Alberta manufacturing sales reach $6.2 billion
Alberta manufacturing sales reach $6.2 billionAcross the country, sales were up in 13 of 21 industries in March, representing 72% of the Canadian manufacturing sector: StatsCan “Higher sales at primary metal; aerospace product and parts; fabricated metal product; and the…
More Feb 27, 2018 Alberta to invest $1 billion over eight years in bitumen upgrading
Alberta to invest $1 billion over eight years in bitumen upgradingPublished on: February 26, 2018 - Edmonton Journal "The province plans to spend up to $1 billion over the next eight years for new partial upgrading facilities in Alberta to diversify the energy sector. The money…
More Feb 27, 2018 Alberta energy diversification recommendations serve as model for rest of Canada
Alberta energy diversification recommendations serve as model for rest of CanadaOTTAWA, Feb. 26, 2018 /CNW/ - The Chemistry Industry Association of Canada (CIAC) welcomed Alberta's Energy Diversification Advisory Committee (EDAC) report released today. The expert committee shared its recommendations to increase the value of energy…
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