CTMA AGM & Dinner 2026: A Night of Connection, Celebration & Industry Leadership
The Canadian Tooling & Machining Association was proud to welcome members, partners, and industry leaders to our 2026 Annual General Meeting & Dinner for an evening dedicated to connection, collaboration, and celebrating the strength of Ontario's manufacturing community. View photos from the event here.
Built to Last: KBC TUM Series milling machines now include 3-year warranty
KBC Tools & Machinery marks 60 years of service with expanded three-year warranty coverage on its flagship TUM series milling machines. For 60 years, KBC Tools & Machinery has focused on delivering durable, practical equipment to the North American metalworking industry. In recognition of this milestone, KBC is introducing an industry-leading three-year parts replacement warranty on all KBC TUM Series milling machines, reinforcing a long-standing commitment to reliability, value, and long-term performance. KBC milling machines have earned trust through decades of real-world use. Hundreds of KBC mills remain in operation today, with machines still running accurately and reliably after 20,
Cavalier Tool & Manufacturing Ltd. celebrates 50 Years of people, process, and equipment
Cavalier Tool & Manufacturing Ltd. celebrates its 50th anniversary during a celebration weekend. submitted photos Cavalier Tool & Manufacturing Ltd. has successfully concluded its 50th Anniversary Celebration Weekend, welcoming nearly 1,000 guests from across the globe and right here in North America. Cavalier’s guests represented a large variety of sectors throughout the manufacturing industry. The three-day celebration was designed intentionally around Cavalier’s Three Pillars of Success: People, Process, and Equipment. These pillars have guided Cavalier’s growth for decades, forming the foundation of a strategy that has provided rapid growth. “The right people, doing the right things, on
Preventative maintenance: Keep your machines running and yourself safe
Machinists know the cost of downtime. But did you know that regular equipment maintenance can also prevent injuries, reduce hazards, and save money? Preventative maintenance should be a regular and recurring activity, but like any interaction with machinery, it comes with risk. Before you grab your tools, identify the hazards and take steps to protect yourself from injury. To make things easier, Workplace Safety & Prevention Services has compiled a list of common maintenance-related hazards, along with practical tips to help you control risks and develop safe procedures. That way not only are you protected, but anyone who follows
CTMA Attend The Empire Club: February 19, 2025
Manufacturing and Exporting in the New World Order – Trade, Tariffs and Trump February 12, 2025 On Wednesday February 19th 2025, Executive Director, CTMA, Robert Cattle attended this event hosted by The Empire Club. Our very own (Past President CTMA) David Glover co-owner of Harbour Technologies was a featured speaker along with Simon Drexler from Samuel Automation, Rob Wildeboer from Martinrea International Inc, Dawn Desjardins from Deloitte Canada and Vincent Caron from Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters. Robert gave an overview: It was a very interesting discussion on what the effects would be if the total
US Tariffs Chamber Of Commerce Breakfast
Cambridge Chamber of Commerce February Good Morning Breakfast February 12, 2025 The CTMA is working tirelessly to understand what is happening with the US tariffs in hopes of supporting our members. The February Good Morning Breakfast featured an exclusive behind-the-scenes recording of Business to Business, the radio show airing on 570 News every Sunday. Hosted by Ian McLean, President and CEO of the Greater Kitchener-Waterloo Chamber of Commerce, and Greg Durocher, President and CEO of the Cambridge Chamber of Commerce, the event provided valuable insights. The special guest speaker, Flavio Volpe, President of the Automotive Parts Manufacturers'