Canadian Fabricating & Welding

13/10/2025

Thanksgiving isn’t just about food and family—it’s about gratitude.

And in our world, we’re thankful for strong welds, tight tolerances, and a skilled workforce that shows up day after day.

29/09/2025

Public art projects often push fabrication skills to new levels.

Circulation, a series of 11 sculptures in Vancouver by Mani and Sanaz Mazinani, is one example. Fabricated by Aggressive Tube Bending in Surrey, B.C., the project relied on AR goggles to guide complex steel forming. A strong reminder of how collaboration and innovation can bring ambitious designs to life.

Read about how the artists and fabricator have captured the shape of sound: https://ow.ly/FKOk50X18lK

26/09/2025

Today, we visited AMADA CANADA's Toronto Technical Center for its Demo Day, featuring the latest digital innovations and feature enhancements to help drive productivity and streamline production.

Check out some of the highlights: https://ow.ly/EBAE50X335Y

25/09/2025

Hand-held laser welding delivers clean welds with little to no post-processing, but safety is key. With the right precautions, it’s a major shop floor advantage.

Andrew Pfaller of Miller Electric shares safety tips: https://ow.ly/7JGP50X17Ya

23/09/2025

BWXT’s roots in Canada’s nuclear sector trace back to the industry’s inception.

The Cambridge, Ont. company plays a key role in CANDU reactor refurbishments, SMR development, and international nuclear supply chains.

Check out our cover story here: https://ow.ly/Ov8s50X0iyp

17/09/2025

Energy is big business in Canada—and the opportunities are only growing.

In his latest editorial, editor Rob Colman explores how clean energy investments are reshaping Canada’s economy, from major infrastructure projects like Oneida Energy Storage to our leadership in nuclear and mineral exploration.

With billions of global dollars in play and our trading partners prioritizing low-carbon imports, Canada’s fabricators and welders are set to play a critical role in building the future of energy.

Read more in Canadian Fabricating & Welding: https://ow.ly/JrQS50WY8Ry

Bolstering this industry sector could bring lasting benefits for our economy.

17/09/2025

Northern Heat Treat in Capreol, Ont., has innovation in its DNA.

“My great-grandfather developed a passion for metallurgy and heat treating as a young man, and he started this company as a way to push the boundaries of innovation,” says Danny Sidun, the company’s production manager.

Now in its fourth generation, Northern Heat Treat continues to invest in research and development, building on its history of creating unique heat-treating processes.

Read more about their journey here: https://ow.ly/NjiJ50WKkv7

👉 Do you think R&D is becoming more important for Canadian manufacturers?

Capreol, Ont.-company’s long-standing history in heat treating serves its customers well and opens up new opportunities for expansion.

15/09/2025

Cyberattacks are on the rise in Canadian manufacturing. In fact, in 2024 the sector was the hardest hit in the country by ransomware. As more shops adopt IoT and connected technologies, cybercriminals are finding new weak points to exploit—especially in supply chains.

Good cybersecurity hygiene is the key to staying secure. That means stronger access controls, regular updates, vulnerability testing, and employee training.

Read more about how manufacturers can build resilience against cyber threats: https://ow.ly/5ZIi50WKk6K

👉 Do you think most shops are prepared to handle today’s cybersecurity threats? Share in the comments!

Proper cybersecurity hygiene for fabricators and manufacturers is especially important as it relates to AI and the connected shop floor.

12/09/2025

When growth demands change, bold decisions make the difference.

SLON Signs in St.-Laurent, Que., hit a turning point—more complex jobs, longer lead times, and the need for greater precision. The solution? A full-scale investment in fibre laser cutting and press brake technology from Bystronic, which transformed their capabilities and opened a brand-new division.

Now, SLON is more than a signage company—it’s a hybrid fabrication hub.

Read the full story: https://ow.ly/t4zV50WBBUP

11/09/2025

Why do your employees put tools away?

Brad Cairns visited one of the leanest factories in the world—Germany's Yellotools—and uncovered something deeper than shadow boards and daily huddles.

There’s no lean “program” at Yellotools. Instead, people just do the right thing—because they see themselves as the customer.

Read Brad’s insights on lean, failure, and why culture matters more than checklists: https://ow.ly/eoRP50WBCjt

Plus: Catch his podcast recorded at 235 km/h on the Autobahn.

10/09/2025

At Ball Service Group, precision isn’t just about machines—it’s about mindset.
From a 9-kW AMADA fibre laser to Siegmund welding tables, this Kitchener, Ont., shop is transforming how it builds custom fabrications. The result? Tighter tolerances, faster setups, smarter training—and a more engaged workforce.

President Jeff Benham says it best: “You can buy all the technology you want, but you must have the people to run it.”

Read the full story: https://ow.ly/Mx2y50WBC82

09/09/2025

Fronius officially launched its new welding power source line, aimed to meet broad market demands.

Check it out at FABTECH 2025 in booth B29001!

Learn more here: https://ow.ly/uxU650WTOjZ

New Fronius welding power source line, Fortis, aims to meet broad market demands.