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‘No government contracts’ for companies that don’t manufacture in U.S., Biden vows

Joe Biden is doubling down on his promise that economic recovery efforts in the U.S. will remain a made-in-America endeavour. » Read full article

Statistics Canada reports manufacturing sales up 1.5 per cent in September

The increase followed a revised drop of 1.4 per cent in August compared with the 2.0 per cent decrease that was initially reported. » Read full article

Ontario invests $350K for manufacturer to produce face shields

A manufacturer of clear plastic sheeting is receiving $350,000 to help with the production of four million face shields per month. » Read full article

Martinrea says recent union deals could boost Canadian manufacturing

The auto parts maker says it hopes to benefit from recent Canadian investments announced by Detroit-based U.S. automakers. » Read full article

Meat processor fined $50K for worker injury

A meat processing company in Ontario has been fined in provincial court after a worker was injured by a machine. » Read full article

What is modern supply chain management?

Today’s supply chain looks different than it did 10 years ago. It even looks drastically different than it did six months ago. Learn how companies are using recent advances like IoT, artificial intelligence and automation to get ahead, see real-life applications of modern technology solutions, and discover how your organization can weigh the benefits of investing in a new supply chain management system in today’s world. » Learn more

FROM OUR NOV/DEC ISSUE

Bringing production back home: What it means for automation

Pandemic shortages have amplified concerns about over-dependence on offshore providers, causing more manufacturers to consider bringing production back to North America. The trend is likely to drive more automation. » Read more

The critical value of purposeful work in manufacturing

While building a motorcycle at home, columnist Paul Hogendoorn reflects on valuable lessons applicable to manufacturers during the pandemic. » Read more

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