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SUMMARY:Automating your Adhesive Application
DESCRIPTION:December 1 @ 1pm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nAutomation can feel like a big step: determining whether an application can be automated\, figuring out how it will affect other processes\, putting in new equipment\, estimating a budget for it all. 3M has extensive experience working with customer teams\, manufacturers and integrators on customer automation projects. Join us December 1 as two of our expert engineers share their insights into automation and help make it more manageable. \nWhether you’re just beginning to look at automating your process or looking for resources to help you get started\, join 3M Application Engineer Rachel Stephan to learn more about automating adhesive applications. \nTopics will include: \n·        Reasons to automate \n·        Levels of automation \n·        Automation equipment options (robots\, dispenser suppliers\, integrators) \n·        Considerations such as adhesive volume and viscosity\, part size and shape\, costs and budgets \n·        3M’s Bonding Process Centers\n 
URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/automating-your-adhesive-application/
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SUMMARY:Automation Funding: Grants & Bursaries 101 virtual event
DESCRIPTION:https://www.automationmag.com/automation-funding-grants-bursaries-101/ \nJoin us online on Tue. Dec. 7 at 1 pm ET for Automation Funding: Grants & Bursaries 101! \nManufacturing AUTOMATION and representatives from the Grants Office will present the latest on funding available to manufacturers across Canada to implement automation technologies. \nThe live presentation will be followed by category-specific on-demand sessions providing detailed guidance on applying for grants and bursaries applicable to your organization. \nRegister Now\nThe COVID-19 pandemic dramatically increased the demand for technology in workspaces and factory floors across the country. Integral to those solutions were hardware and software deployments that guaranteed safety and productivity during the months of abrupt closures and disruptions to supply lines. \nToday\, manufacturing leaders are looking to leverage these same solutions to further revolutionize their operations – including technology deployments that encourage communication\, increase productivity and spur innovation. \nFortunately\, the Government of Canada offers a number of grant programs for manufacturers. Funding is available to help companies like yours to expand\, innovate\, create new jobs and support the nation’s transition to a green economy. But these competitive funds flow quickly and only those companies who are ready to respond will reap the benefits. \nDuring the presentation\, Ashley Schultz\, global manager of research and consultation for Grants Office LLC.\, will discuss large trends in grants available for technology purchases\, including an overview of financial support anticipated for 2022. The presentation will cover useful tips from industry leaders on how to ensure your company is ready to submit a competitive proposal that will stand out amongst the rest. \n\nOn-demand breakout sessions\nFour on-demand breakout sessions\, featuring Stephanie Cesar and Joseph Phelan from the Grants Office\, that are tailored to specific interest areas will follow the live presentation: \n\nGrants for automotive manufacturers\nGrants for industrial equipment and fabrication manufacturers\nGrants for process manufacturers\nGrants for partnerships in innovation – covering programs that support research and development through collaboration with universities or research institutions.\n\nMeet the speakers\nAshley Schultz is the Global Manager of Research and Consultation for Grants Office LLC. Grants Office is a global company that helps organizations find and apply for grants. Her team has more than 20 years of experience in assisting for-profit businesses\, governments\, schools\, hospitals\, and community organizations in their pursuit of funding. Last year\, they helped their clients around the globe to identify and secure more than $1.5 billion in grants. \n  \nStephanie Cesar is a Grants Development Consultant for Grants Office LLC. She manages K-12 education\, government and community organizations. Stephanie’s key area of expertise is helping clients find a program that aligns with their needs. She oversees the grants process from discovery to application. This in-depth process led to several clients attaining funding for wide-ranging projects. Stephanie’s region of focus is Canada and she is bilingual in English and French. \n  \nJoseph Phelan is a Grants Development Consultant for Grants Office LLC. He researches grant programs throughout Canada with a heightened focus on higher education\, for-profit\, transportation and workforce\, community and economic development. In addition to research\, Joseph helps customers with the grants process from beginning to end. He routinely communicates with federal agencies about grant program deadlines\, important application information and updated call for proposals. \nRegister Now
URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/automation-funding-grants-bursaries-101-virtual-event/
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SUMMARY:Tech Takeover: Starting Your Digital Transformation with Today's Limited Workforce
DESCRIPTION:https://www.automationalley.com/event/tech-takeover-starting-your-digital-transformation-with-todays-limited-workforce \nJoin eFlex Systems as they discuss why implementation of a digitized environment is a critical competitive advantage\, especially with today’s limited workforce and high turnover rate. How new web-based\, Industry 4.0 software solutions simplify rollout enabling standardized process control\, accelerated training\, visual guidance\, product traceability and real-time data gathering. The panel will also discuss common pitfalls when trying to transform to a digital environment and best practices that may help ensure success.\n‍ \nIf you are planning to start or expand digitalization efforts on the plant floor you don’t want to miss this event. Learn more about new technologies accelerating digital transformation with flexible configurations\, task level control\, simple IoT device connectivity\, advanced training and empowered shop floor teams. Gain an understanding of best practices eFlex customers have utilized to help ensure success of their projects.\n‍ \neFlex Systems is changing manufacturing with innovative\, software solutions. Our Manufacturing Integrated Platform – or MIP for short\, delivers the simplest path to digital transformation. Industry 4.0 software built on a web-based\, proven IIoT platform that will adapt to any discrete manufacturing environment. It’s all connected so it doesn’t take months to configure or get started. Simply turn on the solutions you need now and add more as you grow. Fast track paperless manufacturing\, empower shop floor teams\, enforce process and quality control and get the business intelligence you deserve.
URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/tech-takeover-starting-your-digital-transformation-with-todays-limited-workforce/
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SUMMARY:New Exporters to Border States (NEBS) Program
DESCRIPTION:Sector: Exporter preparation\nMarket region: United States and Canada \nWebinar (9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.)\nDecember 8\, 2021 \n\nThe Government of Ontario\, in collaboration with the Trade Commissioner Service\, is hosting a webinar program and will present on the following topics on how to export goods across the U.S. border: \n\nU.S. immigration and business visa requirements;\nfederal and state tax liability issues;\ncurrency exchange strategies;\ncorporate and legal considerations; and\nU.S. Customs clearance documentation requirements.\n\nRegister now!
URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/new-exporters-to-border-states-nebs-program/
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SUMMARY:Exporting Demystified: How to Expand your Business Globally
DESCRIPTION:https://www.automationalley.com/event/exporting-demystified-how-to-expand-your-business-globally \nDo you know that almost 96% of the world’s total population of 7.9 billion consumers reside outside of the U.S.? Similarly\, an estimated 80% of the world’s total purchasing power today extend beyond our nation’s borders. For these reasons\, your company’s future success largely depends on diversifying your market(s) overseas while satisfying the world’s appetite for American-made products\, services\, and technologies. \nAutomation Alley’s event will feature international business experts who will share their firsthand insights about the opportunities and challenges of doing business worldwide. They will also demystify the export process and explain why the opportunities to sell overseas far outweigh the challenges. You will also learn about the many resources designed to help small- and medium-sized companies (SMEs) launch their products around the world. \nSpeakers will provide case studies on how companies can best position themselves to take advantage of business opportunities overseas while sidestepping some of the common hurdles faced by exporters. They will also focus on countries around the world with the highest demand for Michigan’s goods and services. \n‍ \n\nAgenda\n\n8:30 a.m.  Registration and Networking\, breakfast included\n9:00 a.m.  Welcome and Introductions\, Noel Nevshehir\, Automation Alley\n9:10 a.m. Strategies and Resources for Export Success\, Carlotta Gmachl\, Assistant Director of International Trade Programs and Erkan Kocas\, Assistant Director for International Trade Research at the Michigan State University International Business Center\n9:50 a.m. MI-STEP State Trade and Expansion Program\, David Newhouse\, International Trade Manager\, Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)\n10:05 a.m.  Break and networking\n10:20 a.m. Panel Discussion and Company Case Studies on Doing Business Globally\nRobert Ruffini\, President\, Fluxtrol\, Inc.\nDon Carbone\, Advisor to the Board\, Managed Programs\, LLC\nGianluca Romano\, President\, MiC Custom Solutions\n11:05 Open Discussion and Q&A\n11:30 Conference Adjourns \n‍
URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/exporting-demystified-how-to-expand-your-business-globally/
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SUMMARY:Global Economic Outlook: What you need to know
DESCRIPTION:As the world’s most developed nations move closer to herd immunity\, global trade has once again begun to boom. But as welcome as it is\, this rapid economic acceleration is creating greater risk and uncertainty about what the future holds for Canadian exporters. \nA new surge of COVID-19 cases is calling into question whether the Canadian economy is resilient enough to maintain this pace of growth—and if we have the supply chains\, labour force and industrial capacity to support it. \nTo make the smartest decisions for your business—now and in the future—you’ll need a thorough understanding of the evolving economic situation at home and around the world. \nIn our new webinar\, Global Economic Outlook: What you need to know\, our Vice-President and Chief Economist\, Peter Hall\, will share his analysis of the main economic developments impacting companies\, like yours\, as well as the biggest challenges and opportunities you’re likely to face as you grow your business. \nJoin us live on Thursday\, Dec. 9\, 2021 from 1 to 2 p.m. ET to learn about: \n\nEDC’s global economic forecast\, including the continued impacts of COVID-19 and specific factors related to viral spreads and vaccine distribution progress\nOngoing supply chain disruptions and what they mean for Canadian exporters\nThe outlook for recovery in developing and emerging markets\nWhich industries and jobs have been impacted by COVID-19\, including the best- and worst-performing sectors\nInsights on global policy response\, GDP growth for key economies\, commodity prices\, interest rates and exchange rates\nWhat the future looks like for Canadian businesses\n\n\n\n\n\nPANEL\n \nModerator \n\n\n\n\n\n \nStuart BergmanDirector\, Research & Analysis DepartmentExport Development Canada\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers \n\n\n\n\n\n \nPeter G. HallVice-President and Chief EconomistExport Development Canada\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho should watch\nCanadian business leaders across all sectors looking for economic insights that can help them make better business decisions.
URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/global-economic-outlook-what-you-need-to-know/
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Doing Business in the Post COVID-era: Part 2
DESCRIPTION:We understand travel has been very challenging\, and with the new Omicron variant\, things will become even more confusing\, especially as countries continuously re-evaluate their entry requirements. As you begin to venture out to more business meetings and events\, CAMM is proud be the first association to partner to provide a new innovative telehealth PCR service ‘Lab in your bag’ to members\, to take the stress out of inbound and outbound travel.  This new service uses an RT-LAMP Health Canada and FDA approved test kit that can provide results in 30 mins from the comfort of your office or home via a video consultation. \n  \nAs you probably know\, the global supply chain is causing chaos to various sectors\, including medical sector\, so it is hard to guarantee continuous availability of this new product. Air Canada recently made this product available to just Aeroplan members and have been unable to service these members due to supply issues. Due to the high demand for this new product\, and scarcity of test devices we are offering a corporate on demand service whereby we provide guaranteed supply for your travel needs\, forecasted on a monthly basis. \n  \nThis webinar will assist employers and HR professionals as they seek to address COVID-19 travel challenges\, workplace screening models\, and vaccination policies options and obligations. \nSpeakers \nDr. Phillip Olla is the Founder and CEO of Audacia Bioscience. A biomedical company specializing in COVID screening\, clinical molecular diagnostics\, workplace screening under the Assure Travel Clinic brand. Audacia strives to provide convenient services to meet your busy schedule and time constraints of test results validity. \n\nVirtual PCR Testing: The benefits of using telehealth for COVID-19 travel testing\nImplementing workplace testing for unvaccinated staff with exemptions\nBest practice for employees returning from travels\n\n  \nJennifer Hodgins: Partner Norton Rose Fulbright  \nJennifer practises in all areas of employment and labour law\, including human rights\, pay equity\, employment standards\, labour and employee relations\, grievance arbitration\, wrongful dismissal and health and safety matters \n\nLegal challenges to vaccination policy\nBest practice of equitable and safe vaccine policies within the workplace\nProtecting employees while protecting human rights	\n	\n		\n			\n							\n			\n				Post COVID-19 Webinar 2
URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/webinar-doing-business-in-the-post-covid-era-part-2/
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