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HARTING celebrates continuing success at its annual Canadian media luncheon
July 24, 2018 by Harting Canada Inc

After another record year in sales and market penetration, the HARTING Technology Group’s Canadian division credits its success to its sales network, after-sales engineering support, and dedication to innovative connector products. The company…

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Using intelligence gathering and analysis for workforce-management technology – Part 6
July 3, 2018 by Kronos Canadian Systems Inc.

As your transition into a technological workforce management upgrade continues, you must analyze and solve the challenges of the previous system. But it is also important to understand the root causes of these…

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Solving issues by adopting an automated workforce-management system – Part 5
June 6, 2018 by Kronos Canadian Systems Inc.

You have made the decision to upgrade your company’s workforce management process to an automated, technological solution. Now that you have assembled a pilot team and identified the problems to address, how will…

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Analyzing the issues and challenges of workforce management – Part 4
May 29, 2018 by Kronos Canadian Systems Inc.

Now you are ready to start planning your company’s upgrade from a manual workforce management system to an automated technological one. You have the pilot team assembled. But what are the specific workforce…

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Assembling a pilot team for workforce-management technology – Part 3
May 7, 2018 by Kronos Canadian Systems Inc.

So you’ve decided to take the first step into a new world: upgrading your company’s manual workforce-management system to an automated technological solution. But how do you begin? What is the first step…

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Signs that a company needs workforce-management technology – Part 2
April 24, 2018 by Kronos Canadian Systems Inc.

Is your company ready to graduate to an automated workforce management solution? How can you go about finding out if now is the right time? In the second chapter of Kronos Canada’s handy…

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Building a business case for workforce management technology – Part 1
April 17, 2018 by Kronos Canadian Systems Inc.

Are you struggling with managing your staff’s schedules, or with tracking their actual time worked? Is it a chore to identify who has worked premium shifts, so that everyone is paid accurately? Are…

machine components

Matritech always employs the most skilled, talented designers and machinists
March 29, 2018 by Matritech Inc.

Many companies in many industries rely on Matritech as their top one-stop shop for metal machine components and related services, all of which take place under one roof at the company’s Drummondville, Que.…

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Employee engagement is key to great performance
March 8, 2018 by Kronos Canadian Systems Inc.

As manufacturers strive to retain highly skilled labour in today’s tough economic climate, increasing employee compensation is not always an option. A more feasible yet highly effective retention strategy focuses on increasing employee…

Blower hoses keep worksites warm in cold temps
November 21, 2017 by Hi-Tech Duravent

As the winter months approach and temperatures drop, it is essential that work environments like construction sites, which are exposed to harsh weather conditions, have access to warm air. Hi-Tech Duravent’s warming blower…

Control welding fumes with portable extraction unit
April 18, 2017 by Lincoln Electric (Canada)

In welding environments, health and safety is extremely important. A fume extraction system is a must-have tool to remove welding fumes, creating a safer work environment for welders and shop employees. As a…

N.R. Murphy provides rotary air locks and duct silencers
March 17, 2016 by N.R. Murphy Limited

N.R. Murphy is known for offering a complete line of dust collectors, cyclones and fans. But the company can also provide a wide selection of quality accessories, including rotary air locks and duct…

CSA Group publishes its first guideline on whistleblowing systems
March 8, 2016 by CSA Group

Reports show that whistleblowing is one of the most effective methods for identifying activities that could potentially cause harm to an organization. An effective whistleblowing system can also lead to reduced costs, better…

Functional and fashionable workwear available from Mister Safety Shoes
February 16, 2016 by Mister Safety Shoes

Don’t let the name fool you. While Mister Safety Shoes has been a trusted source of safety footwear since 1972, the company also carries various lines of safety clothing and workwear. Among its…

How to attract skilled talent during a skilled worker shortage
February 9, 2016 by Alps Welding Ltd

It’s no secret that Canada’s manufacturing sector is dealing with a shortage of skilled workers. In fact, one of the biggest challenges manufacturers face is finding the right people. But some companies are…

John Brooks recognized for investing in employee wellness
February 9, 2016 by John Brooks Company Limited

John Brooks Company is committed to the health and wellness of its employees, and to fostering an environment that encourages healthy living. The Canadian distributor and solutions provider, which specializes in industrial pumps,…

Solve the growing skills gap with labour management
January 29, 2016 by Kronos Canadian Systems Inc.

It is well known that one of the manufacturing industry’s biggest challenges is the growing skills gap. Companies continue to have difficulty finding and retaining the right talent — with the right skills…

How Springs & Things attracts skilled professionals
December 1, 2015 by Springs & Things Inc

North America’s growing shortage of skilled workers is forcing companies to work harder to attract employees, according to a recent article in Springs, the Spring Manufacturers Institute (SMI) magazine. In the article, “Winning…

Pegasus Glass is committed to these 10 things
November 26, 2015 by Pegasus Glass

When it comes to the success of its customers and employees, one word sums up Pegasus Glass — committed. The provider of high-quality glass has been demonstrating this commitment for more than 45…

Accessibility: Essential to good customer service
September 17, 2015 by Bohne Spring Industries Ltd.

Providers of goods and services are not doing enough to ensure accessibility for people with disabilities. The employer handbook on accessibility standards for customer service states that despite regulations such as The Accessibility…

Workforce management solution offers packaging company visibility
September 17, 2015 by Kronos Canadian Systems Inc.

Plastipak Packaging, a world leader in the design and manufacture of plastic containers for the food, beverage and consumer products industries, operates more than 27 sites in the U.S., South America and Europe.…

Manufacturer standardizes workforce management processes, achieves efficiencies
September 16, 2015 by Kronos Canadian Systems Inc.

Leading companies like ACCO Brands Corporation, a manufacturer and supplier of branded school and office supplies, employ workforce management solutions to control labour costs, minimize compliance risk and improve workforce productivity. However, the…

Bohne Spring welcomes industry veteran as new sales manager
September 1, 2015 by Bohne Spring Industries Ltd.

The owners of Bohne Spring are happy to welcome industry verteran Paul Young to their team as sales manager.   Young brings with him close to 50 years of experience in the spring…

Automotive manufacturers rely on Kronos for workforce solutions
August 20, 2015 by Kronos Canadian Systems Inc.

Forty-five per cent of the top automotive suppliers in North America are Kronos customers, while 70 per cent of the Forbes top 10 automakers are customers. These companies trust Kronos solutions to help them contain…

Kellogg exec explains the benefits of working with Kronos
August 20, 2015 by Kronos Canadian Systems Inc.

Kronos is helping thousands of customers in more than 100 countries manage their workforce in the cloud. The leading company does this by providing solutions for time and attendance, scheduling, absence management, human…

Kronos offers automated staffing solution for manufacturers
July 22, 2015 by Kronos Canadian Systems Inc.

Workforce scheduling has unique challenges, particularly in the manufacturing industry where matching worker qualifications to the specific job, ensuring regulatory and union compliance, and keeping track of employee skills and certifications all factor…

Walter Surface Technologies names new president
April 21, 2015 by Walter Surface Technologies

Walter Surface Technologies has appointed Michael Christodoulou as its new president and chief operating officer. In this role, Christodoulou will help the company expand key markets and product lines.  Christodoulou was previously president of Cummins…

Survey results reveal workforce challenges
March 4, 2015 by Kronos Canadian Systems Inc.

Improving labour productivity presents huge challenges for the manufacturing and services and distribution sectors, according to research conducted by Gatepoint Research.  Last year, the company invited select HR, finance and operations executives from the manufacturing and…

Portable structures offer peace and quiet for busy plants
February 25, 2015 by Canadian Portable Structures (1992) Ltd.

Canadian Portable Structures (CPS) wants to create an ideal working environment for its customers that will improve morale and communication.   “When space is organized, the result is increased productivity without annoyances, interruptions…

New president heads Lincoln Electric Canada
January 30, 2015 by Lincoln Electric (Canada)

Mike Whitehead is the new president of Lincoln Electric Canada, effective January 1, 2015.  The company announced at the end of last year that Joseph G. Doria would retire as president and CEO of…


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