Ottawa has invested $ 2.2 million in the smart manufacturer

The federal government on Wednesday announced an investment of $ 2.2 million in the National Integrated Center of Intelligent Manufacturing (CNIMI), which will help Quebec manufacturers become smarter and increase their productivity and competitiveness internationally. The center is set to open in 2022 in Drummondville.

Following these techniques will allow our SMEs to “play with older children”, according to Melanie Jolie.

Cinema serves as a training center for specialized employees who can manage these intelligent production lines.

“Training is an important factor in the success of the transformation of these organizations,” Mr. explained.^{To me} Prolux. When we talk about digital transformation, we do not always have the skills inherent. If an entrepreneur does not know if he has the skills to carry out his project it will be a break for investment. ”

13 million for Quebec manufacturer

This week, the federal government announced just $ 13 million in interest-free loans to help Quebec manufacturing companies switch to smart manufacturing.

“What we want to do is help this sector to be globally competitive,” explains Melanie Jolie. To do this, we must help companies continue to take risk to change and improve their factories. ”

The 23 manufacturing companies that helped this week are located in 12 locations in the province.

“Such financial assistance will help us move forward,” commented Veronica Proulx. The projects that put them aside are the companies on the table. Such financial assistance can help increase productivity and competitiveness and prepare for renewal. ”