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Multi-billion-dollar hydrogen energy complex plans unveiled for Alberta, Canada
Molly Burgess | h2-view.com Plans for multi-billion-dollar net-zero hydrogen energy complex have been unveiled for Edmonton, Alberta – and Air Products is at the heart of it. In conjunction with…
Canada’s Oil Industry Optimistic As Prices Rebound
By Tsvetana Paraskova - Oilprice.com Canada’s oil and gas sector is growing increasingly optimistic about its near-term future as economies recover and oil prices rally. Yet, the industry faces growing challenges…
Manufacturing in Alberta continues to improve
Sales in March were above the pre-pandemic level for the second consecutive month By ATB Economics Seasonally adjusted manufacturing sector sales in Alberta increased for the seventh month in a…
Announcing our New Dates for WMTS 2021: Sept. 14-16
We are excited to announce that WMTS has been rescheduled for September 14-16, 2021! The event will still take place at the Edmonton EXPO Center in Edmonton, Alberta. The health…
B.C. Manufacturer Reaches Milestone: 46 Million Masks
KELOWNA, BC, April 20, 2021 /CNW/ - One Kelowna manufacturing company, Breathe Medical Manufacturing Ltd.("Breathe"), is celebrating a significant milestone less than one year into its whirlwind emergence. Breathe just completed the…
Alberta to modernize skilled trades apprenticeship program
April 14, 2021 | Manufacturing AUTOMATION The Alberta government plans to update its apprenticeship education and skilled trades legislation to support a more flexible system. If passed, the Skilled Trades…
Exro Technologies to launch Calgary facility with automotive class manufacturing
The new facility in Calgary will feature 37,000 square feet of production lines, product showrooms, and office spaces Exro Technologies Inc , which has developed a new class of power…
ATB Financial projects Alberta’s real GDP will grow by 4.1% this year
globalnews.ca An Alberta financial institution is projecting that the provincial economy could be in a better position by 2023 than it was before the COVID-19 pandemic hit. ATB Financial released…
Alberta oil refinery wants to send this robot dog into places too risky for humans
CTV NEWS EDMONTON -- An oil refinery north of Edmonton has added a four-legged friend to its workforce, but Bolt doesn't eat, bark or even breathe – an advantage, the…
Manufacturing in Alberta ends 2020 on the rise
ATB Economics | 16 February 2021 For the seventh time in eight months, Alberta’s manufacturing shipments increased. On a seasonally-adjusted basis, total shipments in December were up by 2.3 per…
New mask factory in Alberta: 1st mask manufacturing plant on a Canadian reserve that is 100% Indigenous
edmonton.ctvnews.ca EDMONTON -- What business school teaches in four years, Jacob Faithful says he learned in four months. The Alberta man from the Frog Lake First Nations says he's worked…
Alberta Innovates partners with NSERC to help commercialize research
Alberta Innovates and the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) are joining together in a unique partnership to help researchers in Alberta’s universities develop their innovations into commercial…
Canadian manufacturing activity increases at a record pace in December
TORONTO (Reuters) - Canadian factory activity expanded at its fastest pace on record in December as new orders and production climbed, while manufacturers grew more optimistic that output would continue…
Mazak Hosts Alberta Premier at Grand Opening of Edmonton Technical Center
Mazak Corporation Canada officially opened its new Technical Center in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, with a grand opening and ribbon cutting event attended by Alberta Premier, Jason Kenney. The Premier participated…
Alberta launches petrochemical programme to attract investment
Nov 2 | hydrocarbonengineering.com A new programme intended to turn the Canadian state of Alberta into a leading global producer of petrochemicals has been launched. The Alberta Petrochemicals Incentive Program…
Learn How and Why Manufacturers are Adopting Smart Manufacturing Technologies
The Best of SMX Virtual Event October 29, 2020 | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm ET | smxevent.com Cost to Attend: Complimentary Register Now! The time is NOW for…
Federal government tops up business relief program for Western Canada
Edmonton Journal | Jeff Labine Small-to-medium sized businesses in Western Canada will have access to an additional $263.7-million in COVID-19 relief funding, the federal government announced Friday. The top-up is…
Plant-based manufacturer to open complex in Edmonton’s Airport City
airport-world.com Edmonton International Airport’s Airport City continues to grow with the news that manufacturing company, Plant Plus, will shortly become its newest tenant. The company specialises in making plant fibre…
Statistics Canada says manufacturing sales posted record gain in June
The Canadian Press OTTAWA - Statistics Canada reports manufacturing sales climbed a record 20.7 per cent in June to $48.7 billion as production returned following widespread shutdowns earlier in the…
Alberta to join other provinces in exploring small nuclear technology
CanadianManufacturing.com EDMONTON — The Alberta government says it plans to join three other provinces in exploring small-scale nuclear technology. New Brunswick, Saskatchewan and Ontario signed a memorandum of understanding in…
PRIMED Medical Products Announces Plan to Establish Major Medical Manufacturing Facility in Canada
EDMONTON, Alberta, Aug. 06, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PRIMED Medical Products (PRIMED) has today announced its intent to establish a new major medical manufacturing facility in Canada. The company is…
Oilsands production expected to rebound after pandemic linked 2020 slump
July 28 | The Canadian Press via CanadianManufacturing.com Research firm IHS Markit says the step back in 2020 isn't expected to greatly affect the rest of its 10-year forecast CALGARY…
Alberta launches new R&D incentives for innovation and technology
globeandmail.com Alberta is launching new financial programs targeted at its innovation and technology sector less than one year after startups said that slashed tax credits and grants caused investment to…
Mazak to Open New Edmonton Technical Center in Canada
July 15, 2020 – Continuing its unwavering commitment to customer support, Mazak Corporation Canada will officially open a new Technical Center in Edmonton, Alberta, in September of 2020. The facility…
New Alberta Petrochemicals Incentive Program aims to stimulate the sector
ebmag.com July 11, 2020 – The new Alberta Petrochemicals Incentive Program aims to bring multi-billion dollar investments to projects throughout the province; unlike previous government petrochemical programs, this one promises…
Oilsands companies restoring production as demand growth spurs higher prices
CanadianManufacturing.com Oilsands companies are restoring thousands of barrels of daily production to take advantage of higher oil prices thanks to relaxed pandemic measures July 7, 2020 CALGARY — Oilsands…
Alberta cuts business tax, boosts infrastructure spending to reboot economy
CanadianManufacturing.com EDMONTON — Alberta is cutting business taxes and pumping $10 billion into infrastructure projects to springboard its economy out of the financial crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Premier…
Central Alberta Access Prosperity joins forces to create manufacturing supercluster
By rdnewsNOW staff Advancing Alberta’s manufacturing sector is the goal behind a new initiative launched by Central Alberta Access Prosperity this week. Officials say partner organizations will collaborate to create…
Edmonton Company Keeps Canadian Medical Facilities Stocked Throughout COVID-19
EDMONTON, ALBERTA / ACCESSWIRE / June 11, 2020 / While many countries have struggled with shortages of medical supplies during the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic, Canada has been able to maintain a…
Local companies make ventilators, face shields and donate them to Alberta Health Services
BY EMILY MERTZ | GLOBAL NEWS Alberta Health Services is receiving 200 ventilators, designed by a group of local companies, to bolster the province’s supply during the COVID-19 pandemic and ahead…
Alberta investing $40M in food, farming, and forestry innovation
CanadianManufacturing.com EDMONTON — The Alberta government is providing $40 million in funding to accelerate technology development for the agriculture, agri-food and forestry sectors. Emissions Reduction Alberta’s (ERA’s) Food, Farming and Forestry…
Higher prices encourage Canadian producers to boost oil production
Canadian Manufacturing | Dan Healing Oil's recent rebound is being linked to signs that demand for fuel is growing in China and North America CALGARY — Western Canadian producers are…
Canadian industry responds to COVID-19 related supply shortages with Rapid Response Platform
Industry stakeholders join forces to support a central supply and demand platform aimed at quickly addressing supply shortages of PPE and critical COVID-19 related products Rapid Response Platform is a…
B.C.’s road to recovery: Factories consider robotics in post-pandemic retooling
Experts say the pandemic will transform the sector as social distancing persists By Tyler Orton | May 11, 2020, 12:00pm February marked the opening of FPS Food Process Solutions Corp.’s newest manufacturing…
Manitoba offers millions to local manufacturers to make reusuable masks
The Canadian Press Designed by medical experts at Winnipeg's Health Sciences Centre; masks have a silicone base and use an N95 or higher grade filter. WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government…
The pandemic pivot: Edmonton businesses retool to join COVID-19 fight
From masks to sneeze guards, local companies rush to shift production lines Madeleine Cummings · CBC News · Apr 08, 2020 Demand for many products might be down these days but several Edmonton…
Coquitlam company retools, will be first in Canada to produce N95 respirators
vancouversun.com | April 7 Jason Zanatta is saving lives, and saving jobs. The Coquitlam-based producer of pillows and dog beds is poised to become the first manufacturer of N95 respirators…
Keystone XL surprise go-ahead to energize struggling oilpatch
"TC Energy's decision to proceed with the help of the Alberta government will allow the oilpatch to hit the ground running when prices recover" Financial Post CALGARY – TC Energy…
NGen Announces Funding Program to Scale COVID Response
Next 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,…
How Manufacturers Can Cope with COVID-19
March 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,…
Calling All Suppliers
Calling 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…
Manufacturing in the Middle of COVID-19 Pandemic
Bill 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.…
Industry group forecasts $2B rise in oil and gas spending this year
After 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…
‘A huge opportunity’: Alberta oilfields could give rise to lithium industry fuelled by electric cars
AMANDA 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…
Canada Oil and Gas Market, Size, Share, Outlook and Growth Opportunities 2020-2026
Market 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…
Cenovus to Increase 2020 Capital Investment & Production
nasdaq.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…
Suncor keeps 2020 oil budget flat, approves $300M wind farm project
December 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…
Machine Tool Buying in the Internet Age
By 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…
Manufacturers, oil and gas industrial sites could get property tax break under new bill
A 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.…
Training for Manufacturing Requires Small Steps
By 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…
Energy Parts Machining
Multi-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…
Securing OT in the Energy and Utilities Sector
sme.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…
Investment in Alberta’s Heartland creating regional spinoffs
Published 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…
Alberta economy doing better than expected in June forecast, TD economists note
The 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…
Government invests $450K in Alberta machine shop for 3D printing
July 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.…
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 »…
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…
Cam Industrial and ABB Bring World-Leading Industrial Robotics to Drive Manufacturing Innovation in Alberta
Industrial 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…
Innovation, Workforce Development to Dominate WMTS 2019
Keynotes 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…
Canada’s energy sector swings to profit in Q1 on higher oil prices
The 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…
Lamarche Machinery Welcomes You to WMTS
Edmonton, 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,…
Canada’s energy future to be propelled by technological innovation
Source: 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…
LaMarche Machinery Invites You to WMTS 2019
Visit 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…
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…
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 ❱❱…
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:…
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…
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…
Thomas Skinner invites you to WMTS 2019
Visit 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…
WMTS 2019: Resources, Knowledge and the New World of Manufacturing
Edmonton, 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…
New jobs and investment as Inter Pipeline Ltd invest $600 million in new petrochemical plant east of Edmonton
March 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.…
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 2019 Edmonton, AB – (March 6, 2019) – Thomas Skinner and Son Limited (“Thomas Skinner”) is…
Alberta capital expenditures forecast to remain at $60 billion
Mario 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…
Alberta’s economic growth to leap to country-leading in 2020: Conference Board
CBC 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…
Registration is open for WMTS 2019
Registration 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…
Alberta makes major investment to attract AI companies
CALGARY (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…
Investment increases Alberta’s capacity to bring micro and nanotechnology (MNT) products to market
Funding 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…
New Approaches to Making Parts for the Oil Patch
Fracking 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…
Pembina’s $4.5-billion venture to revive petrochemicals industry
Multiple 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…
Alberta easing oil production cuts as price improves
EDMONTON – 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…
Canada’s capital spending on industrial chemical industry projects is expected to jump by 65 per cent this year
CALGARY - 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…
Alberta’s largest load makes it to Fort Saskatchewan
Published 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…
Alberta Ranked First in Economic Growth for 2018
28 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…
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.…
‘The time is now’: Alberta boosts support for oil and gas upgrading
CBC 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…
Call for Speakers – Abstracts Due Nov 30
As 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…
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…
New $2 billion methanol plant planned for Grande Prairie
Deborah 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.…
From dairy to oil, here’s what USMCA means for Alberta’s economy – The Star Calgary
10/01/2018 | 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…
Strong manufacturing growth maintained in July
8/2/2018 (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,…
Oil Drives Canada’s Fastest Economic Growth Spurt in a Year
7/31/2018 | 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…
Manufacturing shipments reach highest level since 2014
7/23/2018 | 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…
Statistics Canada reports manufacturing sales up 1.4 per cent in May, led by B.C. and Alberta
The 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…
Alberta economy has recovered two-thirds of recession losses: government
JUNE 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…
Canada’s oil and gas workforce skills and occupations are shifting, says PetroLMI report
CALGARY, 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…
Alberta GDP numbers rise across the board
June 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…
Alberta’s economy growing at moderate pace
EDMONTON — 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…
Alberta manufacturing sales reach $6.2 billion
Across 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;…
Alberta to invest $1 billion over eight years in bitumen upgrading
Published 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…
Alberta energy diversification recommendations serve as model for rest of Canada
OTTAWA, 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…
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