Production
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Combilift scales up: It’s eyeing expansion in North America
Irish forklift innovator is targeting 30% growth in Canada and the US.
I didn’t question Muskrat Falls cost estimates, former premier tells inquiry
Kathy Dunderdale asserted “risk mitigation was a theme that moved through the whole discussion of the development of Muskrat Falls.”
Automate 2019
April 8th 2019Presented by the Association for Advancing Automation. Showcases the full spectrum of automation technologies and solutions from traditional industrial applications to cutting edge. Held every two years.
ISA Calgary: International Exhibition for ISA
April 9th 2019International Exhibition for ISA ISA Calgary DMG The International Exhibition for Instrumentation, Systems & Automation features instrumentation, control and automation services, technologies and equipment, presented by DMG. For automation professionals to learn from real-world scenarios related to implementation, share lessons…
GM fights government to retain tax credit for electric cars
Preserving the $7,500 tax incentive for buyers is crucial for GM as the company pivots from internal combustion engines in favour of building cars powered by batteries or hydrogen fuel cells.
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Alberta orders 8.7% oil production cut to help deal with low prices
Low prices raising concerns the oilpatch will have to find savings elsewhere by slashing capital spending or jobs.
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Suncor assessing impact of Alberta’s move to cut oil production next year
Cuts to reduce a glut that increases the discount the oil fetches compared with the North American benchmark.
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Ford shuffling workers to increase production of big SUVs
Several hundred of the workers will be moved to truck and SUV factories where jobs are being added.
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N.R. Murphy Ltd. marks 75 years with new ownership
Industrial air quality manufacturer keeps it in the family as Helder Armas takes over as president.
Chinese automaker Zotye plans to sell vehicles in US in 2020
Will work with an American partner HAAH Automotive Holdings; first model will be an SUV.
Ammonia leak at BC dog food plant prompts evacuation
Refrigeration system failed but maintenance contractors had contained it by the time firefighters arrived.
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Turn down the volume: How industrial noise affects worker health
How loud is your plant? Conduct an assessment or employee survey to identify sources, gauge noise level, and who is exposed.
Saint John residents warned of possible flare ups at Irving refinery
Explosion sent flames and black smoke into the sky but caused only minor injuries.
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Distinguish between genuine and apparent efficiency
True kaizen generates no waste and reduces costs.
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Quality in real time: How IIoT is changing automotive production
Defects are spotted and fixed before vehicles roll off the assembly line.
