Articles tagged with "Technology"

German Technology Day 2025 showcased advanced manufacturing and automation solutions from German companies at the Toronto Congress Centre. Attendees experienced innovations like Jumo's Aquis Touch P/S and Siemens' Simatic S7-1200 G2 PLCs, alongside Rittal's RiLineX busbar system. A variety of companies including Rittal, EPlan, and Weidmuller demonstrated their cutting-edge technology, focusing on efficiency, safety, and automation. The event was attended by industry professionals, including Ontario’s Minister of Economic Development, Victor Fedeli.

Mayor Sutcliffe has pledged a historic overhaul of the housing construction process. This initiative originates from the findings of the Housing Innovation Task Force. Their goal is to discover new ways to speed up the building of affordable homes.

Amrize has launched the MV Tamarack, a new cement carrier designed for efficient and sustainable transportation on the Great Lakes, marking the first new vessel of its kind in two decades. This ship, operated by Eureka Shipping, can carry over 10,000 cubic metres of cement and is equipped with advanced technology to minimize emissions. The MV Tamarack supports Amrize's efforts to supply building materials for infrastructure projects, particularly in Ontario, which plans significant investments in construction. The collaboration with Eureka Shipping strengthens Amrize's capacity, replacing older ships with this more efficient, environmentally friendly vessel.

Amrize, in partnership with Eureka Shipping Ltd, has launched the MV Tamarack, the first new cement carrier on the Great Lakes in two decades. This vessel is part of Amrize's commitment to sustainable and low-emission transportation, designed with features like diesel-electric propulsion and HVO biofuel capability. The ship's introduction is a strategic move to support Ontario's substantial infrastructure investment plans over the next decade. The MV Tamarack marks a significant milestone in enhancing economic growth and sustainable marine transportation in the region.

The Centre for Housing Innovation (CHI) at Toronto Metropolitan University's DMZ aims to foster collaboration across the Canadian housing industry to address the housing crisis. Backed by a $3.5 million federal investment, CHI offers an Accelerator to support early-stage housing technologies and a program for industry upskilling. The initiative brings together various stakeholders, including corporations, policymakers, and researchers, to implement real-world housing solutions. Companies like Pakville and Adaptis are already demonstrating innovative uses of recycled materials and AI to improve housing efficiency and sustainability.

For the first time, Canadian executives in the multi-family real estate sector have been recognized with the ApartmentBuildings.com 100 Awards. These annual awards, organized by Connect CRE, celebrate innovation and accomplishment in areas such as build-to-rent and mixed-use developments with residential components. Prominent Canadian winners include BJ Santavy, Naama Blonder, Sarah Segal, Mark Goodman, and Harvey Russell for their exceptional achievements in the industry.

Urbacon Data Centre Solutions (UDCS) has secured $320 million in financing to further develop its data center facilities in Toronto's Barker Business Park. This expansion will enable the park to deliver approximately 150MW of capacity across six facilities. The financing received a high rating and was oversubscribed, highlighting investor confidence in UDCS's capabilities. UDCS is recognized as Canada's only fully integrated developer, designer, builder, and operator of mission-critical data centers.

The first two tunnel boring machines (TBMs) for the Ontario Line have been named Libby and Corkie. These names were chosen over other submissions such as Titan, Terra, Queenie, and others, following a Metrolinx contest that received over 900 entries and 1,000 votes. The naming contest involved public engagement to select the most suitable names for these vital infrastructure components. Libby and Corkie will be used in the construction of the Ontario Line in Toronto.

Enwave Energy Corporation has commissioned a new Green Heat Plant at the Pearl Street Energy Centre in Toronto, enhancing the city's district energy system with low-carbon heating solutions. The new facility is part of Enwave's efforts to decarbonize Toronto's buildings while optimizing Ontario's electricity infrastructure. The plant will use waste heat from Deep Lake Water Cooling system customers, reducing the need for new electricity infrastructure. The project was supported by Canada's Low Carbon Economy Fund and has been a collaborative effort with various partners.

The M3 building, currently under construction at M City in Mississauga, will be the tallest in Ontario outside of Toronto. RJC Engineers overcame challenges such as zoning and construction on a sloped tower, implementing innovations like a tuned mass damper and tapered structural lean for stability. The project demonstrates how suburban centres in Canada are evolving with complex high-rise developments. The integration of a mixed-use podium highlights the engineering complexity and innovation involved in creating this ambitious structure.

A new system in Ottawa will use SHARC Energy Systems technology to capture the thermal energy from wastewater for heating and cooling a 600-unit, two-tower housing project called Odenak at LeBreton Flats. The project will divert sewage from the city's main collection system into an external well to harness its energy potential. This innovation is part of a sustainable approach to construction within urban development.

Limberlost Place, a new 10-storey mass timber academic building at George Brown College in Toronto, represents a groundbreaking approach to sustainable architecture and education facilities. Designed by Moriyama Teshima Architects and Acton Ostry Architects, this structure is notable for its use of mass timber to achieve long spans while meeting regulatory occupant load requirements. The design includes passive ventilation, a prefabricated façade, and social spaces, contributing to the building's role as a living lab for students. The project embodies a shift towards incorporating community and sustainability into academic settings.