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Human Resources
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Steelworkers welcome study into steel dumping
Toronto – United Steelworkers National Director Ken Neumann said in an announcement that the parliamentary committee on international trade will study steel dumping is welcome news for thousands of workers whose livelihoods have been severely threatened by an industry crisis…
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Another punishing wave of job cuts at Bombardier
Montreal – A second large wave of job cuts is hitting Bombardier workers in less than a year as another 7,500 positions are to be eliminated around the world through the end of 2018. About 2,000 positions will be cut…
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AMPCO announces new president
Toronto – The Association of Major Power Consumers in Ontario (AMPCO) Board of Directors has selected Colin Anderson as its new President, effective October 14, 2016. “On behalf of AMPCO, I am pleased to welcome our new President,” said Mark…
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EPTDA Annual Convention 2016 Berlin
Berlin – Between 21-23 September, EPTDA – the biggest association in the EMEA PT/MC industry -proudly reunited in Berlin for its 19th Annual Convention, 177 companies from 33 countries, over 400 members and guests, and among these 107 delegates and…
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Safety automation solutions appoints Canadian CEO
Barrie, ON – Pilz Automation Safety Canada, has announced that Andreas Sobotta has accepted the position of CEO & General Manager of the Canadian operation. Sobotta is an experienced professional with many years in the electrical and controls world and…
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Certified machinery safety expert training
The CMSE – Certified Machinery Safety Expert – qualification program covers complex technical issues in the field of machinery safety. The next available training will be conducted in Vaughan on Nov 15 – 18, 2016, at The Monte Carlo Inn,…
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Alberta building trades to get paid less for maintenance work due to bad economy
Edmonton – Hard economic times have prompted an organization that bargains for Alberta’s unionized building trades to sign a deal that includes lower pay for some workers in the hope of keeping them on the job. The agreement that is…
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Maintenance Award – 2016 Sergio Guy Memorial Award announced
James Reyes-Picknell has been awarded the prestigious 2016 Sergio Guy Memorial Award by the Plant Engineering and Maintenance Association of Canada (PEMAC). The award recognizes individuals who have made significant and valuable contributions to the profession of maintenance and physical…
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Ontario government corporate grant handouts intended to lure investment
Toronto – Ontario’s Liberal government has handed out over $907 million in corporate grants since 2013, with the largest amounts going to profitable high-tech companies and big automakers. Figures released by the government show IT giant Cicso Systems got $220…
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Supplier of drivetrain, braking and aftermarket solutions appoints Canadian regional director
Troy, Mich. – Meritor, Inc. announced the appointment of Dean Stratton as regional director, Field Sales & Service for Canada. Stratton, who is based in British Columbia, leads six DriveForce district managers responsible for sales and service support for fleets,…
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Salary increases remain muted amid economic uncertainty
Ottawa – The Conference Board of Canada released a sneak preview of its Compensation Planning Outlook 2017. Report Highlights * Average increases for non-unionized employees is projected to be 2.2 per cent next year. * 11 per cent of Canadian…
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Industrial Careers Pathway endorses Manufacturing Day 2016
Chicago, Ill. – Manufacturing Day, approaching on October 7, presents an opportunity for industrial distributors to support their manufacturer suppliers and customers. Industrial Careers Pathway (ICP) has signed on as an endorser of this event. ICP has long advocated for…
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Engineering licensing body clarifies use of the term “engineer”
Toronto – Contrary to recent media reports, the former engineer facing charges in the Algo Centre Mall roof collapse, Robert Wood, is not a professional engineer and should not be referred to as such. Referring to Mr. Wood as a…
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Danfoss hires Business Development Manager to support hydronic heating, district energy business
Danfoss, a leading manufacturer of high-efficiency electronic and mechanical components and controls for air-conditioning, heating, refrigeration, industrial, and water systems, has appointed Jeffrey Flannery as business development manager of its Heating business in North America. In this role, Flannery will…
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Bruce Power partners with Ontario colleges to secure steady workforce
Tiverton, ON – Bruce Power is pleased to announce a partnership with four Ontario colleges on six diploma programs which will help to ensure a steady flow of qualified candidates for the company’s workforce. “We want to ensure that people…
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Motion and control industry leader announces Board changes
Cleveland – Parker Hannifin Corporation, the global leader in motion and control technologies, announced that its Board of Directors has elected William R. “Skip” Bowman, age 58, as Vice President and President – Instrumentation Group. Mr. Bowman succeeds John R.…
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U.S. Steel Canada says Essar Global restructuring proposal won’t be considered
Hamilton, ON – U.S. Steel Canada Inc. is rejecting advances from the Essar Global fund, saying it isn’t qualified to purchase the company formerly known as Stelco, which has been seeking a buyer under a lengthy court-supervised process. The Hamilton-based…
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As oilpatch bleeds jobs, Alberta’s high tech sector finds itself in need of workers
Calgary – When Jeff Forsyth was laid off by Cenovus Energy during a company-wide downsizing last fall, he had an advantage over the hundreds of fellow employees who also found themselves out of work. His experience with a successful oilfield…
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GE appoints new president and CEO for its power conversion business
Paris, France — GE announced Azeez Mohammed has been President & CEO of GE Energy Connections’ Power Conversion business, effective July 11, 2016. Azeez comes to Power Conversion from his most recent role as President and CEO, of GE’s Power…
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Mathew W. Happach named president of Lovejoy, Inc.
North Canton, OH – The Timken Company, a world leader in bearings and mechanical power transmission, today announced that Mathew W. Happach has been named president of Lovejoy, Inc. At the same time, Lovejoy’s CEO Woodrow “Woody” Haddix assumes the…
