Canadian Metalworking Magazine

Ken Hurwitz breaks down why it's important for lessees to understand exactly what they are signing and agreeing to provide. Check it out now: ow.ly/LnAa50YocIB #finance #equipment #investments #leasing

For metalworking shops, there is a simple answer to the question of which fluid will help optimize operations: It depends. The experts at Lubrizol explore what’s in a metalworking fluid and how to optimize it: canadianmetalworking.com/canadianmetalw… #machining #metalworking #coolant

Join us April 8 at MME Langley 2026 for our opening keynote with Seaspan. Explore the latest in metalworking tech and best practices. Show floor: 10 am to 4 pm. Register: metalworkingexpo.com

"If we are serious about closing the skilled trades gap in the country’s metal manufacturing sector, we need to take skilled trades competitions seriously," said Editor Joe Thompson. "They are a talent pipeline." Learn more: ow.ly/FOp850YoclO

Manufacturing careers start with education. SparkForce, The FMA Foundation offers scholarships twice each year to Canadian students pursuing certification, skills training, or degree programs tied to manufacturing. Applications are now open: fmamfg.org/foundation/sch…

MME Langley is less than a month away. Have you secured your spot? Meet industry peers, explore the latest metalworking technologies, and discover ideas that can help strengthen your operations. 🔗 Register today: ow.ly/lTtu50Yq817

3 reasons to lease your capital equipment — and why it’s more than just a financial decision. 👉 Read more: ow.ly/OVVO50YbS52 #machineshop #machining #leasing #lending #moneymatters #finance

Want to increase shop profit? Recycling metalworking fluids can cut costs and boost performance — with portable or centralized solutions. Check it out: ow.ly/YtIe50YbQ9q #machining #machineshop #metalworking #fluid #coolant #recycling

World-class CNC excellence demands modern tech. Udo Jahn questions why 2-axis and 3-axis machines still lead the conversation — and what shops should do instead. 👉 ow.ly/K7GN50YbPP7 #machineshop #machining #CNC #investments #newequipment

Canadian students training for manufacturing careers can apply for SparkForce scholarships now. Fall 2026 scholarships help support certification, skills training, and degree programs. Now is the time to apply: fmamfg.org/foundation/sch…

Additive manufacturing is shifting from prototype to production. Advanced metal powders are now critical for success on the shop floor. Read the insights from Equispheres’ Evan Butler-Jones. 🔗 ow.ly/xxYf50YbP2R #additive #manufacturing #3Dprinting #machineshop

The February 2026 digital edition is officially live! Check out the latest in trochoidal milling, recycling metalworking fluids, the role of advanced metal powders, why leasing capital equipment makes sense, and more! Read the February issue here ➡️ ow.ly/9HSg50Yh4ar

Canadian students in manufacturing programs can apply now for SparkForce scholarships. Support is available for certification, skills training, and degree programs. Apply for the upcoming semester today. fmamfg.org/foundation/sch…

Want faster machining and longer tool life? Trochoidal milling uses a spiral toolpath to cut hard materials more efficiently. Learn the foundation of stable trochoidal milling. 🔗 ow.ly/iscO50YbOGg #milling #trochoidal #machining #machineshop #techtips #expertadvice

This is not a normal economic cycle for Canadian shops. Labour shortages and rising costs are turning automation from an advantage into a necessity. The question is not if, but when. Read why this shift matters now: ow.ly/wQSo50YbMfi #trends #automation #robotics

Rather than eliminating jobs, technology is reshaping roles, creating opportunities for workers to contribute in ways that machines cannot replicate. Dr. Doug Milburn of Protocase Companies shares his blueprint for manufacturing in 2026. Check it out: ow.ly/4cpK50XVQfV

Industry 5.0 is about empowering people, not replacing them. VKS’ latest work instruction platform connects humans, tools, and machines to validate steps, prevent errors, and bring automation to manual processes.

Planning equipment purchases in 2026? Lenders look beyond the machine price. Cash flow, debt-to-equity, financial statements, and personal credit habits all play a role in getting financing approved. To learn more, check out Ken Hurwitz's latest column: canadianmetalworking.com/canadianmetalw…

ISO Certified Consultant's CEO Anthony Mannella shares Part II of his primer on metrology, looking at calibration frequency and traceability requirements. Check it out: ow.ly/W9AA50XVNpi

The January 2026 digital edition of Canadian Metalworking is live! Explore expert tips on selecting toolholders for high-speed carbide drilling, part II of our primer on metrology, and a tech spotlight on the evolution of work instructions. Read now: ow.ly/n2fa50Y0e6m