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Robotic Hardfacing: A Case Study of Wear-Resistant Coatings Application By Industrial Robot

The integration of Element X into robotic hardfacing workflows is transforming wear-resistant coating applications from a programming-heavy burden into a high-speed automated process. By reducing prog...

May 14, 2026

Pipe Welding for the Oil & Gas Industry… Why Aren’t There Any Canadian Shops Using Robotic Welding Cells For It?

The oil and gas industry in Alberta is a cornerstone of Canada’s economy. It offers employment opportunities, stimulates our economy, grows our GDP, and is the backbone of our nation’s revenue. Howeve...

Apr 9, 2026

Canada's Skilled Trade Worker Crisis Just Met Its Match: Element X’s Robot Programming Software Is Revolutionizing Canadian Fabrication

In Canada, the effects of a dwindling labour market and decline in trade workers are being felt by manufacturing shop owners. This is true for urban fabricators, but it hits harder in rural areas wher...

Mar 18, 2026

Why Canadian Manufacturers Should Choose a Local Automation Partner: Benefits & How to Evaluate Suppliers

In an increasingly connected global market, manufacturers have access to automation providers from all over the world. But when it comes to deploying, maintaining, and optimizing robotic systems, prox...

Feb 27, 2026

How Robotic Welding Accelerates Turnarounds Oil & Gas and Petrochemical with Smart Fabrication Shops

In the oil & gas and petrochemical sectors, time is measured in dollars. Every hour of shutdown or maintenance delay translates to production losses, missed delivery targets, and costly workforce idle...

Jan 14, 2026

Zero-Downtime Welding Cells: How Manufacturers Can Compete Globally

In today’s global manufacturing landscape, competition isn’t just about price. It’s about consistency, uptime, and the ability to deliver at scale without compromise. For Canadian manufacturers, that ...

Dec 17, 2025

From Scan to Success: How 3D Vision Eliminates Rework in Repair & Hardfacing

In the world of high-value industrial components, precision is paramount. When parts wear down, repair and hardfacing operations are critical for extending their lifespan and maintaining operational e...

Oct 30, 2025

Why Canada Struggles to Adopt Additive Manufacturing and Robotics

Canada has the talent, research capacity, and industrial base to lead in advanced manufacturing. Universities and research centers are strong, and industries like aerospace and automotive already rely...

Sep 12, 2025

AI-Based Robotic Welding

Imagine being able to set up robotic welding with just a single click. Over the past few decades, researchers have been working towards this goal: making industrial robots easier to program and more f...

Jun 18, 2024

Hybrid Additive Maintenance

Redefining Equipment Maintenance with Advanced Hybrid Additive Manufacturing In industrial settings, equipment downtime due to damage or wear and tear can be both costly and disruptive. Traditional ma...

Apr 25, 2024

Hybrid Additive Manufacturing

Revolutionizing Part Production with Hybrid Additive Manufacturing In industries where downtime can have serious consequences, such as aerospace and manufacturing, having efficient and flexible part p...

Apr 25, 2024

Hybrid Manufacturing Repair

Transforming Propeller Repair with Automated 3D Printing Technology In the industry, damaged industrial equipment can lead to costly downtime and repairs. Traditional repair methods often involve exte...

Apr 25, 2024

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