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Machines Italia & Plant Magazine Recognize Canadian Manufacturers For Their Contributions To The COVID-19 Fight

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When COVID-19 struck in early March, the Canadian industry was called upon to join the fight against the pandemic and offer support through the creation of PPE, sanitizers, ventilators, and other innovative devices. Plant Magazine, Canadian Manufacturing Daily, and EP&T Magazine have been covering these developments daily. Canadian manufacturers quickly pivoted to produce products that would help stem the spread of the virus and their efforts deserve to be recognized. Manufacturers’ achievements include developing PPE to protect frontline workers; developing products to assist the sick, to

Lovato Electric Canada

LOVATO Electric Canada was founded in 2007 and is a subsidiary company of LOVATO Electric S.p.A., a manufacturer of industrial electrical components, which was originally founded in 1922. We support the CANADIAN market through authorized distributor partners. We stock over 18,000 products for Motor Control & Protection, Control & Signaling, Circuit Protection & Isolation, Automation & Control and Energy Management. Working from our sales and distribution center in Laval, Quebec, our philosophy is simple – to provide CANADA with the best local stock and service for our Energy and Automation

Luca Bovalino Appointed General Manager of Salice America and Canada

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Salice announced that Luca Bovalino has been named General Manager for its operations in America and Canada. With a professional career spanning 25 years, Luca brings extensive leadership experience across various industries, including automotive and vehicular access control. Throughout his career, he has held several key management roles, driving strategic initiatives and delivering strong sales performance. Luca’s leadership approach emphasizes fostering team unity and collaboration, closely aligned with the broader corporate objectives of the Salice Group. He began his career at Accenture

Tariffs on Canada and Mexico Set for March 4, Trump Confirms

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US President Donald Trump announced that tariffs on Canada and Mexico, which had been on hold for nearly a month, will be implemented on March 4, according to a Truth Social post on Thursday. He also revealed that an additional 10% tariff on Chinese imports will take effect the same day. The announcement followed a press briefing where Trump hinted at imposing 25% duties on vehicles and other goods from the European Union. He also reaffirmed that April 2 remains the target date for implementing his broader reciprocal tariff policy. Initially, the 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico were scheduled

Farm Equipment Sales in Canada Expected to Drop in 2025, FCC Report Shows

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Farm Credit Canada (FCC) had recently released a report indicating that farm equipment sales in Canada are projected to decline throughout 2025. The slowdown in the market is being attributed to several factors, including low commodity prices, high equipment costs, and lower overall profits for farmers. Leigh Anderson, senior economist at FCC, explained that farmers are increasingly focused on cost-saving strategies, with many opting to delay equipment purchases or reduce their overall equipment expenses. "Farmers are looking for ways to stretch their budgets," Anderson stated in the report.

U.S. Tariffs on Canada Paused for 30 Days

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U.S. President Donald Trump has agreed to delay the imposition of 25% tariffs on Canadian goods for a 30-day period following discussions with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The tariffs, which were set to take effect this Tuesday, were part of a broader executive order aimed at addressing illegal immigration and drug trafficking, specifically targeting the flow of fentanyl and other substances into the United States. The decision to pause the tariffs for 30 days provides both countries with an opportunity to negotiate a final economic deal. This delay comes as a relief to Canadian

PDAC 2025

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The annual PDAC Convention in Toronto, Canada, an award-winning event, brings together up to 30,000 attendees from over 130 countries for its educational programs, networking opportunities, business ventures, and exciting activities. Since its inception in 1932, the convention has expanded in both size and significance, establishing itself as the premier event for the global mineral industry. It now features more than 1,100 exhibitors and 700 speakers. For PDAC 2025, the Italian Trade Commission (ITA), ANIMA (the Italian mechanical engineering industry association), and Unacea (the Italian

Joint Declaration on Critical Minerals and Raw Materials Cooperation Between Italy and Canada

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During the G7 Ministerial Meeting on Industry and Technological Innovation, Canada and Italy released a Statement of Intent to deepen collaboration on critical minerals and raw materials. This builds on the Italy-Canada Roadmap for Enhanced Cooperation and Canada’s 2022 Critical Minerals Strategy. Both countries are committed to strengthening energy security and sustainability through regular engagement via an Energy Dialogue. This dialogue will focus on critical minerals, sustainable energy transitions, energy storage, and research into advanced nuclear reactors and fusion. Canada and Italy

CULTIVATING SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING IN CANADA: OMNIA PACKAGING AND FRIENDLIER FORGE PARTNERSHIP

OMNIA Group and Friendlier
Omnia Packaging, a prominent Canadian sustainable packaging company, has joined forces with Friendlier, a leading reuse company in Canada, to introduce a groundbreaking 16-ounce reusable coffee cup. This collaboration addresses the pressing issue of single-use coffee cup waste in Canada, where approximately 1.5 billion cups are discarded annually. The Friendlier coffee cup allows consumers to enjoy their coffee and return the cup for washing, sanitization, and reuse. When the cup reaches the end of its life, it is recycled into a new coffee cup, creating a fully circular supply chain. The

INTRODUCING GRAF INDUSTRIES INC.: BRINGING ITALIAN INNOVATION TO CANADA!

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Exciting News Alert - Italy in Canada! We're thrilled to announce the opening of GRAF Industries Inc. in North America! "Our targets for this commercial operation are high," says Gianfranco Ferranti, Chief Executive Officer of GRAF Synergy. "This ambition is part of our DNA shared with all the companies of the GRAF INDUSTRIES group. We always aim higher and raise the bar when we see the strong possibility to demonstrate our know-how and willingness to excel." GRAF Industries specializes in cutting-edge technology across various sectors. From GRAF Synergy's advanced machinery for windows and