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From the Editor

Canadian manufacturers more optimistic about economic recovery

Canadian manufacturers and exporters have turned the corner on the economic downturn, but the sector is still facing a number of serious challenges that could derail the nascent recovery, according to a recent survey conducted by the Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters' (CME). more...


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Jerry Cook
Editor, MP&P

www.metalworkingcanada.com
jcook@clbmedia.ca



Plasma or Oxyfuel: Which method is right for you?

With cleaner cuts, faster cut times and significantly reduced operating costs, the benefits of Hypertherm plasma over oxyfuel are easy to see and easy to feel in your pocketbook. Hypertherm plasma systems don't require pre-heating, cut faster and produce a better-quality cut, all while operating at costs up to 5 1/2 times lower than oxyfuel. Plus, plasma has the power to cut, pierce and bevel electrically conductive metals that are more than 1.75'' thick, while still having the versatility to make thinner cuts that oxyfuel just can't handle. Discover why plasma is the perfect choice for you at plasmavsoxyfuel.com.


DIGITAL EDITION FEATURES

ThyssenKrupp takes elevator to top floor with new equipment

Justifying the cost of a robotic welding system

Thread milling system brings benefits to oil well component manufacturing

Wire EDM helps Burloak diversify into new markets


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PREVENTING DARK TIMES. THE POWER OF ALTERNATIVE ENERGY

We're energising the nuclear industry.

With nearly 80 percent of the 441 commercial nuclear reactors worldwide more than 15 years old and reaching the end of their active lives, how will the industry develop to fill the energy gap?

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NEWS:

CTMA stays busy during downturn
Despite the economic downturn that has ravaged the Canadian manufacturing sector, the Canadian Tooling and Machining Association (CTMA) has been busy during the downturn working on a number of initiatives designed to help association members. more...

CanWEA, CME form partnership
The Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA) and Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME) have announced a strategic partnership to explore Canadian manufacturing opportunities in the growing global wind energy industry. more...

Forming Technologies opens office in Germany
Forming Technologies Inc. (FTI), Oakville, ON has announced opening Forming Technologies GmbH, a new office located near Frankfurt, Germany. more...



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