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Aerospace
Three countries to launch unmanned spacecraft beginning this week
China and UAE to join elite club of nations to send craft to the red planet. →
Energy
Spartan Controls, AltaML announce partnership
Strategic alliance to develop AI/ML applications for process industries in Western Canada. →
Machine Building
AWS makes IIoT service, SiteWise, generally available
Cloud platform’s IIoT service facilitates the collection, organization and monitoring of data from industrial equipment at scale. →
Machine Building
New report says current cybersecurity is inadequate to protect IIoT systems
Lloyd’s Register Foundation report says current security technologies can’t handle existing or emerging threats. →
Defense
Kraken Robotics secures largest deal in company history
St. John’s ocean robotics company beats out major defense players to supply Royal Danish Navy. →
Medical
NGen investing $5M in five disinfection robot projects
Supercluster organization’s Disinfection Robot Challenge selects five Canadian projects to help stem spread of COVID 19. →
Liberals foresee high unemployment, $343 billion deficit due to COVID 19
Fiscal snapshot predicts high unemployment, low growth to the end of 2021. →
U.S., Mexican presidents meeting without Canada at White House to talk USMCA
Trade deal celebration sullied by threats to re-impose aluminum tariffs. →
Medical
Montreal-based consortium among finalists developing NFL’s next-gen helmet
Kollide prototype one of four projects awarded by NFL Helmet Challenge. →
U.S. trade ambassador promises enforcement as USMCA comes into force
Lighthizer lauds trade pact for tilting the benefits of trade back towards workers, farmers and labourers. →
US manufacturing bounces back in June on re-openings
Broader economic improvements coincide with spike in COVID cases. →
Defense
Australia plans $190 billion defence boost over decade
PM says spending a reaction to heightened regional economic and strategic uncertainty in a post-pandemic world. →
Aerospace
Airbus shedding 15,000 jobs, mostly in Europe
Aircraft maker says it will decrease global workforce by 10% by summer 2021. →

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Three countries to launch unmanned spacecraft beginning this week

Spartan Controls, AltaML announce partnership

AWS makes IIoT service, SiteWise, generally available

Automation
Ethernet Switch
Antaira’s updated gigabit POE+ and non-POE managed Ethernet switch series allows additional OS options and features. →
General
Vacuum/Compressor Pumps
KNF’s N 630 series designed for coolant systems and gas recycling, measurement/analysis and leak detection. →
Motion Control
Electric Cylinder
Kollmorgen EC2 Series offers economical solution for moderate thrust loads. →
Power Transmission
Right Angle Gear Drives
Zero-Max gear drive line offers IP65 rated protection. →

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CAD/CAM/CAE
Creaform HandySCAN 3D Scanner Meets Boeing’s Requirements
Metrology-grade 3D laser scanner approved to inspect dents and blends on all Boeing commercial airplanes. →
CAD/CAM/CAE
3D Printer Buyers’ Guide
Agile Manufacturing advises would-be 3D printers on best technology. →
CAD/CAM/CAE
PTC acquires generative design company Frustum, for $70 million
The announcement comes on the back of a strategic partnership between PTC and ANSYS, makers of Discovery Live, back in June. →
CAD/CAM/CAE
CAD Report: What’s in store for Solidworks
Dassault Systèmes reassures users that desktop Solidworks won't disappear but it still dreams of Cloudy future. →
CAD/CAM/CAE
CAD Report: Autodesk’s Grand Reunification
Autodesk University celebrates 25th anniversary; new CEO extols the virtues of 3D printing and automation as CAD company moves toward unification of its design software. →
CAD/CAM/CAE
CAD Report: Inside IronCAD 2018
MCAD underdog continues legacy of innovation and ease-of-use with its latest release. →
CAD/CAM/CAE
CAD Report: Convergent Modeling
On the 10th anniversary of Synchronous Technology, Siemens PLM unveils the Next Generation of MCAD with Solid Edge ST10. →
CAD/CAM/CAE
Top 6 Reasons to Choose Structured Grids in CFD
Automeshing algorithms may make life easier but the grids they create lack key qualities. →

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Automation
Pick, Path, Place
Universal Robot’s ActiNav kit puts autonomous bin picking and CNC machine tending within reach of SMEs. →
Automation
Leading the Charge
Canadian machine builders’ innovations help medical staff confront COVID-19. →
Automation
Eigen Innovations’ AI-driven systems optimize quality control for automotive, paper manufacturers.
New Brunswick-based automation firm’s systems combine high-resolution imaging, thermographic data and AI algorithms to promote a continuous cycle of improvement. →

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Daburn Electronics & Cable and Polytron Devices

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Chevrier Instruments Inc.

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Linemaster Switch Corp.

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Increase reliability with Loctite Threadlockers from Henkel Canada

Broaching versatility is Ohio Broach’s line, from machines to tools

Teledyne Hastings offers accurate pressure measurement with vacuum gauging device

Vibra Finish offers an innovative vibratory peening process for customers

Ross Controls valve products offer a safer process of fluid power

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Machine Screws
L & M Precision Products Inc

Cable
Daburn Electronics & Cable and Polytron Devices

Thickness Meters
Chevrier Instruments Inc.

Foot Operated Switches
Linemaster Switch Corp.

Capacitance Operated Controls
Arjay Engineering Ltd.

Combustible Gas Analyzers
Chevrier Instruments Inc.

Spotlight

Events

Digital Edition

News you can use from leading suppliers

Technology partners in Europe help Rosta to succeed in Canada

Increase reliability with Loctite Threadlockers from Henkel Canada

Broaching versatility is Ohio Broach’s line, from machines to tools

Teledyne Hastings offers accurate pressure measurement with vacuum gauging device

Vibra Finish offers an innovative vibratory peening process for customers

Ross Controls valve products offer a safer process of fluid power

Products Powered by FRASERS Add Your Product

Machine ScrewsL & M Precision Products Inc

CableDaburn Electronics & Cable and Polytron Devices

Thickness MetersChevrier Instruments Inc.

Foot Operated SwitchesLinemaster Switch Corp.

Capacitance Operated ControlsArjay Engineering Ltd.

Combustible Gas AnalyzersChevrier Instruments Inc.

Products
Powered by FRASERS Add Your Product

Machine Screws
L & M Precision Products Inc

Cable
Daburn Electronics & Cable and Polytron Devices

Thickness Meters
Chevrier Instruments Inc.

Foot Operated Switches
Linemaster Switch Corp.

Capacitance Operated Controls
Arjay Engineering Ltd.

Combustible Gas Analyzers
Chevrier Instruments Inc.