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Ongoing battle over Biden’s EV tax credits

The tax incentives of up to US$12,500 on cars and trucks assembled stateside with union labour could mean the end of the road for Canada's automotive industry.


Canadian Coast Guard announces over $28 million in vessel maintenance contracts to shipyards across Canada

The CCG has stated that the Canadian Coast Guard Ships John P. Tully, Des Groseilliers, Leim, Ann Harvey, and Sir John Franklin are currently under refit work.


Canfor increasing production capacity and announces acquisition of Millar Western assets

Millar Western's solid wood operations, located in Alberta, Canada, will add 630 million board feet of production capacity and have access to a globally competitive timber supply.
 
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Kruger

Kruger doubles production of its future tissue machine in Sherbrooke, Que.

The double-wide machine, which features LDC (light dry crepe) technology, will be able to produce at least 60,000 metric tonnes of tissue products annually. » Read more
 
ePropelled

Frost & Sullivan applauds ePropelled for electric motors

ePropelled's eDTS system includes an electric motor that makes it possible to reduce battery size and lower the cost of electric vehicle manufacture while keeping the same driving range, according to a company statement » Read more
 
Aecon

Aecon joint venture awarded Fuel Channel and Feeder Replacement contract

The scope of work includes an internal reactor inspection, the removal and replacement of calandria tubes, pressure tubes, and feeder tubes, as well as project management. » Read more
 
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AI

Our casual use of facial analysis tools can lead to more sinister applications

Facebook and Clearview AI have dealt with lawsuits and settlements for building databases of billions of face templates without people’s consent. » Read more
Lead pipes

The US is making plans to replace all of its lead water pipes from coast to coast

The Biden administration’s plan calls for replacing 100% of lead service lines across the nation – a goal that the EPA aims to write into regulations by 2024. Step 1 is finding the pipes. » Read more
ERP implementation myths

The truth behind ERP implementation myths

While the adoption of ERP systems has grown over the years, several common myths still exist which may impact how you measure the success of your implementation. » Read more
 
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Biden admin reveals 60 finalists for $1B in economic grants

Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo on Monday is announcing 60 finalists for $1 billion in economic development grants tied to the Biden administration’s coronavirus relief package and aimed at improving job training and regional industry partnerships. » Read more

Andy Christensen selected for AMUG Innovators Award

The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) announced Andy Christensen, previously founder and president of Medical Modelling Inc., as the recipient of its Innovators Award. » Read more