Industry
Utilities
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Western provinces to lead economy in 2017
Ottawa – Alberta and Saskatchewan are expected to emerge out of recession and lead the provinces in economic growth this year, according to The Conference Board of Canada’s Provincial Outlook: Spring 2017. British Columbia is forecast to see growth ease…
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Canada to reduce emissions from oil and gas industry
Calgary – The Government of Canada is committed to moving towards cleaner economic growth while reducing pollution and providing a healthy environment for our children and grandchildren. The Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Catherine McKenna, announced regulations to reduce…
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Investment of $2.94 million in infrastructure at Cégep de Sept-Îles will support research and innovation activities
Sept-Îles, QC – The Government of Canada and the Government of Quebec announced an investment of $2.74 million in the Cégep de Sept-Îles to optimize the energy performance of the heating systems in all of its buildings and to improve…
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Lubrication videos answer questions for industrial operators
Spring, TX – ExxonMobil has launched “The Grease Experts,” a new educational video series for industrial operators who want clear and concise answers to technical grease questions. The series features in-house grease experts Chris Decker and Toby Hlade, who are…
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Danfoss names new sales manager to support electric heating 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 Ian Levergood as the sales manager of its Electric Heating business in North America. In this role, Levergood…
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ABB celebrates 125 years of technical innovation in Montreal
Customers and officials assembled for an evening honouring ABB’s past achievements and highlighting its latest innovations on October 17, 2016. Approximately 100 customers and Canadian officials were welcomed by ABB to an evening reception last week at the Caisse de…
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Chain lubrication tips and methods
There are several leading factors that contribute to accelerated chain wear, including incorrect chain selection and installation, inadequate chain tension, environmental exposure and of course, improper lubrication. In fact, according to Chain OEM’s, 70 per cent of all chain failures…
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ABB celebrates 125 years of technical innovation in Montreal
Customers and officials assembled for an evening honouring ABB’s past achievements and highlighting its latest innovations on October 17, 2016. Approximately 100 customers and Canadian officials were welcomed by ABB to an evening reception last week at the Caisse de…
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Ontario’s cap and trade plan to limit pollution businesses can emit as of Jan. 1 – some exemptions apply
Toronto – Ontarians will start paying for the Liberal government’s ambitious cap-and-trade program almost immediately after it comes into effect Jan. 1 with higher prices for gasoline and natural gas. The plan, which is aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions…
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Toronto company opening U.S. plant because of rising Ont. electricity rates
Toronto – A Toronto-based manufacturer of fasteners says it is opening its new manufacturing facility in the United States because rising energy costs have made Ontario uncompetitive for investment. Leland Industries employs about 220 people at its plants in Toronto…
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Saskatchewan reaches deal with Ottawa on future of coal fired power plants
Regina – Saskatchewan says it has reached a deal with Ottawa that will allow the province to keep using coal-fired power plants in what it calls “a responsible manner” beyond 2030. The federal government announced last week that provinces will…
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Canadian Network of Asset Managers appoints new executive director
Calgary – The Canadian Network of Asset Managers (CNAM) is pleased to announce that Douglas Cutts CPA, CA has been appointed as Executive Director of the association. Cutts brings over 35 years of strategic planning, financial and operational experience to…
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Alberta strikes deal with power producers to end coal fired electricity by 2030
Edmonton – Alberta has struck a deal with three major power producers to formally end coal-fired electricity in the province by 2030. Environment Minister Shannon Phillips announced Thursday that the province will pay three major power producers a total of…
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Webinar: What is the lubricant’s role in energy efficiency?
This complimentary webinar considers the various ways energy savings can be measured directly or indirectly. A panel of experts will provide practical advice on how to save energy and reduce operating costs through reduced maintenance, longer oil change intervals and…
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Asset management professionals gain inspiration at PEMAC conference
Sustainability is about meeting the needs of today without compromising the needs of future generations. This can be achieved through the integration of environmental, economic and social priorities, but evolving them into policies and programs requires action at all levels.…
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Industry Forecast – global industrial emission control systems market
Portland, Oregon – A new report published by Allied Market Research, titled, “Industrial Emission Control Systems Market: Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2014-2022,” projects that the global industrial emission control systems market is expected to reach $21,133 million by…
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Darlington refurbishment kicks off – what’s involved
Toronto – Ontario Power Generation (OPG) started Canada’s largest clean energy project, the refurbishment of the Darlington Nuclear Generating Station east of Toronto. “Refurbishment of Darlington will ensure emissions-free nuclear continues to be Ontario’s single largest source of power. The…
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AECOM acquires interest in maintenance and turnaround services firm
Calgary – AECOM, a premier, fully integrated global infrastructure firm, announced today that it has acquired the remaining 50 per cent equity interest in FT Services Limited (FTS), a joint venture company based in Calgary. Formed in January 2007 between…
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Northern Transformer celebrates move to new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility
Maple, ON – Northern Transformer Corporation, a North American manufacturer of electrical power transformers, celebrated a milestone move to a new, purpose-built, 105,000 square-foot facility in Maple, Ont. on September 16. The opening of the facility marks a major milestone…
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Cost concepts of planning and scheduling
Most people are surprised to see maintenance costs go up (!) as they first implement proper planning and scheduling. Maintenance planning and scheduling help an existing workforce complete more maintenance work so, of course, they will use more spare parts…
