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Cenovus to slash workforce following Husky acquisition

Cenovus Energy Inc plans to cut 20-to-25 per cent of its workforce after it acquires Husky Energy Inc, as Cenovus begins to slash costs in the oil patch’s biggest merger in nearly four years.


Rittal Systems collects two EFC marketing awards

Electro-Federation Canada (EFC) hosted its 7th Annual 2020 Marketing Awards Program, where Rittal Systems Ltd. scooped up two awards.


Re-tooled Windsor plant to make electric vehicles

Unionized workers at Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Canada have voted to approve a new three-year contract, and a big part of that will include a new electric vehicle line in Windsor, Ont.


Manufacturing sales slip 2%

Canadian manufacturing sales fell two per cent to $52.4 billion in August, weighed down by a drop in the transportation sector, according to Statistics Canada.
 
Sponsored Spotlight 
 

Grip it! Pick and place for almost any shape

Festo offers a wide range of components for gripping, from straightforward gripping movements to components that enable workpieces to be rotated, screwed in and moving the front-end unit. Looking for a gripper for tubing? Check out the VZQA, normally open version. The resilient diaphragm of the pressurized pinch valve securely grips pneumatic tubing without damaging it, allowing the tubing to be pulled and cut to a specified length. The pinch valve's individual components are modular, making service and maintenance quick and easy. >> Learn More
 
Features 
 

Winning the War on Error

A look at how integrated and automated coding and marking reduces costly product recalls. » Learn More
 
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Is your facility prepared for the cool months ahead?

For decades, Panametrics has been recognized as a world leader in moisture measurement applications. In particular, Panametrics' Aluminum Oxide sensors like the MIS Probe 2 (MISP 2) have been used to measure trace moisture in process gases and liquids, at sensing ranges as low as parts per billion (ppb) or as high as percentage-level measurement ranges.

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PODCASTS 
 

Canada needs a Trump victory

A former CEO from Canada’s oil and gas sector says that for Canadian industry to succeed, Donald Trump needs to return to the White House. » Listen Now
 
PRODUCTS 
 

New code reader for miniature codes

The Lector61x is a compact device detects 1D, 2D, and stacked codes for identification, inspection, or content monitoring in production processes. » Learn More

6030 radar system detects filling levels and prevents collisions

InnoSenT GmbH have developed a new system for focused distance measurement. The iSYS-6030 is the new edition of the successful iSYS-6003 filling-level radar. » Learn More

Limit cleaning cycle times to only what is necesary

The Liquitrend QMW43 provides continuous product buildup data to shorten cleaning cycles to what is necessary to do a thorough job while assuring both operators and consumers of consistent product quality. » Learn More

IO-Link capacitive proximity sensors

These new sensors are housed in durable AISI316L stainless steel housings or PTFE Teflon housings for high chemical resistance. » Learn More
 
Events 
 

ISA Automation Expo & Conference 2020

October 28, 2020
This is a Virtual Event
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PDAC

This is a Virtual Event
March 7-10, 2021
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Americana 2021

Montreal Convention Centre
Montreal, Que.
March 22-24, 2021
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International Powder & Bulk Solids Conference & Exhibition

Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Rosemont, Ill.
April 27-29, 2021
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Operational Excellence in Energy, Chemicals & Resources

May 31-June 2, 2021
BMO Centre, Stampede Park
Calgary, Alta.
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Oil Sands Conference & Trade Show

June 2-3, 2021
Suncor Community Leisure Centre
Fort McMurray, Alta.
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