CTMA Celebrates Leadership, Excellence and the Future of Manufacturing at 2026 AGM & Dinner
CTMA’s 2026-27 board of directors. Top row, from left: Steven Lenardon, Arlen Tool Group; Alex Mazerolle, Archer Precision Inc.; Mike Van Nie, Valiant TMS; Ted Rosts, Densmore Tool & Die Works Ltd. Bottom row, from left: Larry Delaey, AarKel Tool & Die; Rob Forstinger, FBTinc.; Tania Sabados, Rapid Gear; Louis Jahn, Jahn Engineering; and Eli Meisels, FGL Precision Works Inc. Missing from photo: Michelle Henning, Answer Precision Technologies, Jeff Blackburn, Exco Engineering and Stephane Boucher, Global Vehicle Systems Ltd. More than 200 members of Canada’s precision metalworking and manufacturing community gathered at the Best Western Plus Lamplighter Inn
The Defence Shift: Connecting Kitchener-area companies to Canada’s defence supply chain
CTMA recently participated in The Defence Shift, which brought together Kitchener-area manufacturers and industry leaders for an informative morning focused on the growing opportunities within Canada’s defence sector. CTMA photos CTMA recently participated in The Defence Shift, which brought together Kitchener-area manufacturers and industry leaders for an informative morning focused on the growing opportunities within Canada’s defence sector. Senator Sandra Pupatello kicked off the event with a welcome message. The event kicked off with an introduction from Senator Sandra Pupatello, followed by welcoming remarks from Mayor Berry Vrbanovic, City of Kitchener. Attendees then heard from
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