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Federal government invests $19,000 in a North Sydney manufacturer to become more energy efficient

Copol International Ltd. is a manufacturer of cast polypropylene film, which is a product that is used in traditional and non-packaging applications.


OpSens Solutions receives funding to develop a fuel monitoring system for aerospace applications

The new OFMS intends to be compatible with the next generation of sustainable aviation fuels (biofuels), intended to replace traditional jet fuel aviation in a near future.


FCC donates $150K to Moisson Montréal to help tackle food waste

Previously, the food aid network was not adequately equipped to quickly collect and redistribute industrial quantities of fresh fruits and vegetables in bulk.
 
 
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Advanced Manufacturing survey launches, manufacturers encouraged to respond

The survey findings will be developed into an Advanced Manufacturing Report to help manufacturers visualize and understand the challenges and solutions in implementing Industry 4.0 technologies. » Register here for free
 
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Office pod manufacturer and Kingston medical community collaborate on mobile exam room

The pod, which is a variation of the SnapCab Work+ model, is an enclosed yet ventilated office area with its own HEPA filtration system. » Read more
 
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Martins Industries introduces a new robot tour guide for their production facility

Martins Industries decided to develop the Marty the Robot Program following multiple requests from their salesforce clients and customers. » Read more
 
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Poka planning major expansion on the heels of Series B funding

Poka is responding to demands in manufacturing for upskilling and retraining by providing regular training and certifications through the app. » Read more
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Canada needs a national public transportation system – here’s why

An integrated national public transportation system could be designed to improve connectedness between communities and to needed services. » Read more
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Why we still don’t have self-driving cars on the roads in 2021

For years, scientists investigating the human factors of autonomous driving have warned about the gaping flaws in the ongoing autonomous driving effort. » Read more
 
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GE Technology to power Australia’s dual-fuel power plant

The 316-megawatt Tallawarra B Power Station will be built in consortium with the engineering, procurement and construction company Clough and will be adjacent to EnergyAustralia’s existing Tallawarra A 435 MW gas plant. » Read more

Study: Half of US cosmetics contain toxic chemicals

Researchers at the University of Notre Dame tested more than 230 commonly used cosmetics and found that 56% of foundations and eye products, 48% of lip products and 47% of mascaras contained fluorine » Read more