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NEWS:

Methods Machine Tools signs on new Canadian Dealer
Methods Machine Tools, Inc., a supplier of precision machine tools, has announced the appointment of SMS Machine Tools Limited, effective immediately, to represent the FANUC Robodrill, KIWA-Japan and Feeler product lines in Ontario and Quebec. To read more about the announcement, click here.

Miller launches 'Nominate a Hero' promotion
Miller Electric Mfg. Co. announces the launch of a new website to support the introduction of its ''Nominate a Hero'' promotion, where customers can submit information on a coworker or friend for a chance to win prizes from Miller. More...


GM to invest $117 million in Oshawa plant to build new Cadillac
OSHAWA, Ont. (CP) - General Motors will invest $117 million to prepare its assembly plant in Oshawa, Ont. to build the new Cadillac XTS next year. For all the details, click here.

Héroux-Devtek reports solid first quarter results
LONGUEUIL, QC - Héroux-Devtek Inc., a leading Canadian manufacturer of aerospace and industrial products, has reported its results for the first quarter of fiscal 2012 ended June 30, 2011. Consolidated sales were $91.9 million, up 11.3% from $82.5 million for the same period last year. This increase reflects higher sales for the Aerostructure and Industrial product lines as well as an additional sales contribution of $5.3 million from Landing Gear USA. For details of the company's success and an outlook on the aerospace industry, click here.

Linamar reports jump in net earnings and sales
GUELPH, Ont. - Linamar Corporation, Canada's second-biggest auto parts maker, reports its net profits in the second quarter rose nearly 12 per cent on a sharp jump in sales. For more information on the company's earning boost, click here.


SPONSOR MESSAGE:


Miller's new XMT® 450 MPa multiprocess welder features the reliability and arc performance of the XMT 350 MPa but with more amperage, exceptional power efficiency and additional programs for Pulsed MIG welding with up to .052- and 1/16-inch wires. Rated: 450 amps at 100 percent duty cycle.
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Canada and the US outline heavy duty vehicle emissions rules
OTTAWA (CP) - Canada plans to regulate greenhouse gas emissions from on-road heavy-duty vehicles starting with the 2014 model year. To find out all the details, click here.

Lincoln announces new staff across Canada
Lincoln Electric Company of Canada recently announced three new appointments to their Canadian workforce in Toronto, Calgary and Winnipeg. For all the details, click here.

SICK appoints Canadian president
SICK (www.sickusa.com), producers of sensors and sensor solutions for industrial applications, and a market leader in factory and logistics automation as well as process automation, has announced it has appointed Craig S. Smith as president of SICK Ltd. in Canada. To learn more about Smith, click here.



NEW PRODUCTS:

Linear laser cutting system
LVD Strippit will exhibit the Axel 3015 S Linear laser cutting system with 4 kW laser source at CMTS booth 1926. The Axel 3015 S Linear provides advanced laser cutting capabilities and high-speed part processing to maximize machine productivity. More...

Precision Hole Technology for plasma cutting machines
ESAB Welding & Cutting Products announces its CNC plasma cutting machines are now available with Precision Hole Technology, an integrated set of systems that improve hole cutting cylindricity as well as delivering the highest possible edge quality. More...

Improved band saw for faster cuts
Scotchman introduces their improved SH1016 Band Saw at the CMTS Show. This swing head band saw's new improvements include a new look, with radius band blade doors for greater strength, built-in forklift slots, band door interlocks that are standard and a new and improved larger coolant tank for more coolant capacity and chip removal. More...


ON DECK:
Coming in the September issue of MP&P:

Editorial Features:

  • CMTS / FABTECH Preshow Issue

  • Industry Report - Alternative Energy

  • CNC Machine Tools

  • Cutting Tools

  • Robotics / Automation

FOR ADVERTISING INFORMATION CONTACT:
Nigel Bishop nbishop@annexweb.com

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UPCOMING EVENTS

August - September - Welding Supervisor Seminar - Aluminum - Surrey, B.C.
This three day course is designed for Welding Supervisors who want to increase their knowledge of managing a Certified aluminum welding shop. This course is also of interest to engineers, shop foreman, quality assurance personnel or others who wish to understand the unique attributes of aluminum welding, and the requirements of certification.

August - September - Welding Inspection Course Level 1 - Edmonton, Saskatoon
The Level 1 inspection course is 9 days of instruction, reviewing the necessary welding and welding inspection theory to challenge the Level 1 Welding Inspector certification examinations. Day 10 of the course gives you the opportunity to challenge the CSA W178.2 Visual Welding Inspector Level1certification examinations.

September 19-24, 2011 - EMO Hannover 2011 - Hannover, Germany
EMO, the leading global trade show for metalworking, will once again take place in Germany this year. International manufacturing technology vendors and solution providers will present "More than machine tools."

September 21 and 27, 2011 - Festo Automation Technology Expo and Conference - ''A Symphony of Savings Driving Profitability'' in automation - Mississauga, Ont. and Montreal, QC

Oct. 17 - 20, 2011 - Canadian Manufacturing Technology Show - Direct Energy Centre, Toronto, ON.
Reinvent, grow and succeed at the Canadian Manufacturing Technology Show! In October 2011, CMTS transforms Toronto's Direct Energy Centre into Canada's definitive showcase for the latest machine tools, automation technologies, production methods, management strategies and more.

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