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genieconception.ca design-engineering.com

MISSION & FAST FACTS 2

EDITORIAL CALENDAR 3

MARKETING SOLUTIONS: PRINT 4

MARKETING SOLUTIONS: ONLINE 5

GÉNIE DE CONCEPTION 10

DEX 2017 DATES/LOCATIONS 11

THANK YOU 2016 ADVERTISERS 12

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Fast Facts

Industries Covered � Aerospace � Automotive � Defence � Machine Building

� Medical � Metal Fabrication � Packaging � Power Generation

May/June 2016 www.design-engineering.com

14 What’s new in AutoCAD, Inventor 2017 and Fusion 360 28 B.C. carmaker envisions Solo EV as VW Beetle of the 21st century42 Eng design firm, MistyWest, creates products that make the world a better place

Clearpath’s self-driving OTTO vehicle line transforms the way material is transported

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In today’s highly competitive environment, it is imperative that our readers stay informed on the products, technologies and trends that impact their operational needs – present and future. DE produces a range of proven media platforms to meet those needs; we adopt traditional and new technologies to reach, inform and influence our print, digital and event audiences.

Canada’s DEFINITIVE INFORMATION SOURCE for Mechanical Engineers, Machine Builders, Product Designers and OEMs

Design Engineering

Design News

Design World

Machine Design

Hydraulics & Pneumatics

Product Design & Development

U.S. Circ. 0 75,658 39,927 80,881 36,086 No audit

Canada Circ. 18,312 2,027 0 1,772 873 No audit

Information extracted from latest available BPA statements / Qualified Circulation Only

September 2016

18 SEAMOR Marine’s ROVs take

underwater exploration to

uncharted depths

24 An inside look at the Canadian

military’s network-connected

combat rifle prototype

40 Industry 4.0 technology provides

value in the here and now

Motion Control Roundtable

Canada’s motion control

leaders discuss the industry’s

outlook, market trends and how

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Print � Published 6 times per year � 95% request circulation � 18,312 qualified subscribers � 42,000 readers per issue � 86% are original equipment manufacturers � 80% recommend or specify products for purchase

Online � 15,000 unique website visitors per month � 28,000 page views per month � 30,000 e-Newsletter subscribers � 33,000 opt-in subscribers for 3rd party mailings � 35,000 New Product e-Blast subscribers � 18,000 Twitter followers � 500 LinkedIn followers � 150 Facebook Likes

Marketing Platforms Offered: � Print Advertising � Regional Tabletop Shows � Buyers’ Guide Listings

� Website Advertising � e-Newsletter Advertising � New Product e-Blasts

� White Paper e-Blasts � Custom e-Blasts � Webinars

We also offer: � Inserts/Tip-ins � Poly-bags � List Rental � Reader Surveys/Polls

Circulation Comparison of Competitive U.S. Publications

Topics Covered � Automation � Additive Manufacturing

� CAD/CAM/CAE � Electronics

� Fluid Power � Materials � Motion Control � PLM/PDM � Power Transmission � Sustainability

Editorial Mission

To foster innovation by providing timely and leading-edge coverage of a broad range of engineering topics relevant to mechanical engineers, machine builders, product designers and original equipment manufacturers.

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EDITORIAL CALENDAR

Issue DatesIndustry Spotlight

Design Tools &Technologies

Automation &Motion Control

Special Features

New ProductFocus

JAN/FEBSpace Close: Jan 13Matl. Close: Jan 20Mail Date: Feb 10

Career Guide Edition

Engineering Career GuideTrends, issues and opportunities in the mechanical engineering profession

� Mechanical CAD

� Additive Manufacturing

� 3D Scanning

� Automation

� Power Transmission

� Sensors

Industry Insight:An engineering employment market analysis of growing industries and in-demand disciplines

Idea Generator:The latest in industrial products including: � Actuators

� Automation

� Ballscrews

� Bearings

� Controllers

� Couplings

� Cylinders

� Drives

� Electronics

� Enclosures

� Encoders

� Fasteners

� Fluid power

� Guides

� HMIs

� Hydraulics

� Industrial Networking

� Linear guides

� Motion Control

� Motors

� PACs

� PLCs

� Pneumatics


� Pumps

� Robotics

� Sensors

� Switches

� Valves

MARCH/APRILSpace Close: Mar 17Matl. Close: Mar 24Mail Date: Apr 14

Fluid Power Edition

AerospaceThe engineering behind Canada’s aerospace industry

� Mechanical CAD Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)

� Fluid Power Roundtable: Industry leaders discuss trends in the Canadian fluid power market

Fluid Power Buyers’ Guide: An annual guide to fluid power products and suppliers

MAY/JUNESpace Close: May 05Matl. Close: May 12Mail Date: June 02

Design Tools Edition

AutomotiveThe tools, techniques and trends in Canada’s automotive design industry

� 3D Printing Source Guide A listing of AM service providers in Canada

� Automation

� Motors & Drives


New in 2017

Additive Manufacturing Supplement: An overview and analysis of Canada's AM industry

SEPTEMBERSpace Close: Aug 04Matl. Close: Aug 11Mail Date: Sept 01

Motion Control Edition

DefenceA look at the opportunities and design challenges of the defence industry

� Mechanical CAD Motion Analysis and Computer Aided Engineering

� Motion Control Roundtable: Industry leaders discuss trends in the Canadian motion control market

Motion ControlBuyers’ Guide: An annual guide to Motion Control products and suppliers

OCTOBERSpace Close: Sept 22Matl. Close: Sept 29Mail Date: Oct 20

Automation Edition

PackagingThe trends and issues in machine building for the packaging industry

� Robotics Profile of robotic products and applications

� Metrology

� Sensors

� Motors & Drives

New in 2017

IIoT Supplement: An overview of the Industrial Internet of Things/Industry 4.0 paradigm

NOV/DECSpace Close: Nov 03Matl. Close: Nov 10Mail Date: Dec 01

Product Design Edition

Medical DesignProfiles of medical device designers and the engineering challenges they overcome

� Mechanical CAD

� Additive Manufacturing

� Engineering Analysis Software

� Automation

� Fluid Power


Sustainable Design: Design strategies for end-of-life and energy efficiency

IN EACH ISSUE: Up Front: Mergers, award announcements and promotions; Design News: The latest in industry event coverage; CAD Report: Indepth coverage of the latest products, trends and issues related to computer aided design software including MCAD, PDM, CAE, etc.; Design Applications: Application stories focused on various industries; Idea Generator: An overview of the latest industrial products; Canadian Innovator: Profiles of inventive Canadian engineers and their projectsEDITORIAL SUPPLEMENTS: Design Engineering's Additive Manufacturing and IIoT supplements will appear in print (run-of-press), as a digital edition and in a web-based presentation. Additive Manufacturing will explore industrial applications of the technology, present product reviews, offer tips for designing for AM and detail the capabilities of Canada’s service provider network. The IIoT supplement will present an overview of the technology and protocols, explore the ROI of IIoT and present practical applications.EDITORIAL SUBMISSIONS WELCOME: Please send your product reviews, case studies, application stories, technical articles and white papers to the editor, Mike McLeod - [email protected]


* Full page bleed size is 8.25" x 11.125" * Full page live area is 7" x 10" Ad Size Orientation Width x Height

1 page* PAGE 8" x 10.875"

1/2 page

ISLAND 4.625" x 7.5"

HORIZONTAL 7" x 5"

VERTICAL 3.375" x 10"

1/3 pageVERTICAL 2.125" x 10"

SQUARE 4.625" x 5"

1/4 pageHORIZONTAL 7" x 2.5"

VERTICAL 3.375" x 5"

MARKETING SOLUTIONS

PRINT ADVERTISING

Ad Size 1-2X 3-4X 5-6X

1 page $5,285 $5,020 $4,755

1/2 island $4,495 $4,270 $4,040

1/2 page (hor/vert) $3,540 $3,365 $3,180

1/3 page (square/vert) $3,015 $2,865 $2,710

1/4 page (hor/vert) $2,520 $2,390 $2,225

Print advertising is a vital component of most successful marketing campaigns that target manufacturers. DE offers a wide range of ‘paper and ink’ options to help ensure you not only reach our readers – your customers and prospects – but successfully sell to them as well. Our print solutions include:

� Print Advertising � Buyers’ Guide Listings � Inserts

� Tip-ins � Poly-bags � Classifieds � List Rental

Rates & Agency Commission � All advertising rates are quoted in gross Canadian dollars. Prices are subject to the addition of applicable provincial and federal taxes. US$ orders are tax exempt.

� Agency Commission: 15% of gross billing allowed on space, colour and position charged to recognized agencies only.

File FormatThe preferred format for ad submission is high resolution PDF. This ensures the accurate reproduction of your ad, with minimal preparation time. Please ensure your PDF is Acrobat 5 or higher (PDF 1.4). Images must be 300 dpi minimum, with all fonts embedded, and crop marks included.

File SubmissionAll hi-res pdf files are to be uploaded to the loading dock. The Annex loading dock for all ads should be submitted via: annexnorth.loadingdock.ca1. Enter your email address2. Write a brief description of the file. Be sure to include the

publication name and month3. Under Notifications select Trina Dillon, Production

Coordinator4. Select the number of files you are uploading and attach file(s)

Need Assistance? For all print production inquiries, please contact our Account Coordinator, Cheryl FisherTel: (416) 510-5194 Fax: (416) 510-5194e-mail: [email protected]

Advertising Rates

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$28.00 | March/April 2016

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14 Dassault’s march to the cloud signals Solidworks’ future path

22 Cheap, portable D-Box ventilator designed for developing world

46 Small Ontario machine builder makes a virtue of being nimble

Canada’s aerospace leaders push the envelope of the rapidly expanding non-destructive testing market

Testing the

Limits

FLUIDPOWER& CONTROLSBUYERS’ GUIDEP.35

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DESIGN-ENGINEERING.COM DE’s online offerings reach your target audience where they work – right at their desktops and other mobile devices. Our large and growing digital audiences extend the magazine’s reach well beyond the traditional print audience and offer our advertisers targeted, time-sensitive and measurable marketing opportunities. Our digital solutions include:

� Website Advertising � e-Newsletter Advertising � New Product e-Blasts

� White Paper e-Blasts � e-List Rental � Custom e-Blasts

� Webinars � Reader Surveys/Polls

Web Advertising

Type of Ad Size Position Per Month

Leader-board 728 x 90 Run of site $725

Big Box 300 x 250 Run of site $775

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Rates are gross $CDN.

Reader TestimonialDesign Engineering provides a great overview of many industries, providing good insight into the challenges and possible solutions that I use in the early stages of

my designs. Also, your articles on design methodology and formal design tools are thought provoking and helpful in my design process. Thanks.”

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e-Newsletter Mail Dates Jan. 05Jan. 12Jan. 19Jan. 26Feb. 02Feb. 09Feb. 16 Feb. 23Mar. 02Mar. 09Mar. 16Mar. 23Mar. 30Apr. 06Apr. 13Apr. 20Apr. 27

May 04May 11May 18May 25June 01June 8June 15June 22June 29July 06July 13July 20July 27Aug. 03Aug. 10Aug. 17Aug. 24

Aug. 31Sep. 07Sep. 14Sep. 21Sep. 28Oct. 05Oct. 12Oct. 19Oct. 26Nov. 02Nov. 09Nov. 16Nov. 23 Nov. 30 Dec. 07Dec. 14Dec. 21

MARKETING SOLUTIONS

e-NEWSLETTERSOur weekly e-NEWSLETTER features the latest product design and mechanical engineering news covering a wide range of industries including aerospace, automotive, machine building, etc., plus the latest industrial products and industry events.Our bi-weekly GÉNIE DE CONCEPTION e-NEWSLETTER is the French counterpart to DE’s main newsletter. It covers the same issues, industries and events, with a focus on the Quebec region. Our monthly 3D PRINTING e-NEWSLETTER features news, products and events focused on additive manufacturing technologies.Our monthly QUALITY CONTROL e-NEWSLETTER provides readers with the latest metrology and measurement solutions, products and events for quality assurance.

Weekly e-Newsletter

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Sponsored Spotlight 300x250 + copy $975

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3D Printing e-Newsletter

Quality Control e-Newsletter

3D Printing e-Newsletter Mail DatesJan. 31Feb. 28Mar. 28

Apr. 25May. 30Jun. 27

Jul. 25Aug. 29Sep. 26

Oct. 31Nov. 28Dec. 19

Quality Control e-Newsletter Mail DatesJan. 17Feb. 14Mar. 14

Apr. 11May 16Jun. 13

Jul. 11Aug. 15Sep. 12

Oct. 17Nov. 14Dec. 12

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Our monthly QUALITY CONTROL e-NEWSLETTER provides readers with the latest metrology and measurement solutions, products and events for quality assurance.

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White Paper Jan. 25Feb. 22Mar. 22Apr. 26May 24Jun. 28

Jul. 26Aug. 23Sep. 27Oct. 25Nov. 22Dec. 20

Design GeneratorJan. 04Jan. 18Feb. 01Feb. 15 Mar. 01Mar. 15Apr. 05Apr. 19May 03May 17Jun. 07Jun. 21

Jul. 05Jul. 19Aug. 02Aug. 16Sep. 06Sep. 20Oct. 04Oct. 18Nov. 01Nov. 15Dec. 06Dec. 20

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Design Generator Bi-Monthly $890 $835 $735 $690

Design 4 Motion Control Feb, Apr, Jun, Aug, Oct, Dec. $890 $835 $735

Design 4 Fluid Power Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sept, Nov. $890 $835 $735

White Papers Monthly $890 $835 $735 $690

File Specifications: One image (150 x 150 pixels) + up to 75 word of copy + URL* Full contact leads reporting is available with our New Product, White Paper and custom e-Blasts. Owing to CASL regulations, email addresses are not provided.


New Product e-Blast Schedule

New Product e-Blast Rates

Design 4. Fluid PowerJan. 11Mar. 08May 10Jul. 12Sep. 13Nov. 8

Design 4. Motion ControlFeb. 08Apr. 12Jun. 14Aug. 09Oct. 11Dec. 13

Note: All website, e-Newsletter, new product, white paper and custom e-Blast ad material is due no later than one week prior to mail date.

MARKETING SOLUTIONS:NEW PRODUCT E-BLASTS

Looking for some actionable leads? Our Design Generator, Design 4. Motion Control, Design 4. Fluid Power and White Paper e-Blasts can help you promote new products, product catalogues, white-papers, industry events, webcasts and much more. It’s simple. You provide a picture, up to 75 words of copy and a URL where the reader can find out more about your offer. We create the space. Post deployment you receive a detailed leads report.

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A stand-alone communication e-blasted over our entire opt-in list (33,000) or to selected audiences. You provide the message and we provide the leads post-deployment.*Rates, dates and specs available on request.

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Reader TestimonialOur industry is moving fast and we need the tools and the connections to help us to

perform quickly. Design Engineering is a very good information tool to help us to build better and quicker. Thank you and continue your good work! ”

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Quebec is the second largest manufacturing base in Canada with total sales of $119 billion. This represents 23% of all manufacturing sales across Canada. QUEBEC’S TOP 5 INDUSTRY SECTORS ARE:

� Food � Primary Metals � Transportation Equipment � Chemicals � Petroleum & Coal Products

In early 2016, Design Engineering launched a complementary French language platform for our 10,000 subscribers across Quebec. The platform includes three channels:

� WEBSITE (www.genieconception.ca) � e-NEWSLETTER (Génie de Conception) published twice per month � NEW PRODUCT e-BLAST (Générateur de Conception) published monthly

e-Newsletter Mail DatesJan. 10Jan. 24Feb. 7Feb. 21

Mar. 7Mar. 21Apr. 4Apr. 18

May 9May 18Jun. 6Jun. 20

Jul. 4Jul. 18Aug. 8Aug. 22

Sep. 5Sep. 19Oct. 10Oct. 24

Nov. 7Nov. 21Dec. 5Dec. 19

e-Newsletter Mail Dates Jan. 25Feb. 22

Ma.r 29Apr. 26

May 31Jun. 28

Jul. 26Aug. 30

Sep. 27Oct. 25

Nov. 29Dec. 20

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GÉNIE DE CONCEPTION

Type of ad Size Per Month

Leader-board 728x90 $575

Big Box 300x250 $500


Type of ad Size Per deployment

Leader-board728x90

$575300x50 (mobile)

Big Box 300x250 $500

Sponsored-Spotlight 300x250 + copy $625

One image (150 x150 pixels) + up to 75 words of copy + URL $675 per deployment

* The above dates are deployment dates. All new creative is due one week prior to deployment

Website

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April 18Winnipeg, ManitobaVictoria Inn Hotel & Convention Centre

May 2Coquitlam, British ColumbiaHard Rock Casino Vancouver Theatre

June 21Moncton, New BrunswickMoncton Coliseum

October 11Kitchener, OntarioBingemans Conference Centre

Alan Macpherson | [email protected](416) 510-6756

Ron Salmon | Account [email protected](905) 713-4362

DESIGN SOLUTIONS FOR OEMS

DESIGN ENGINEERING EXPOEmploying a highly efficient table-top format, DEX provides a forum for face-to-face interactions where engineers, product developers, machine builders and systems integrators can discuss, network, solicit advice and ‘kick the tires’ on the latest technologies and applications that drive your business. Products and solutions on display include CAD/CAE, additive manufacturing systems, reverse engineering, motors, drives, motion control, automation, fluid power, power transmission, adhesives & fastener solutions… and much more.

Choose from four great locations in 2017!

Why YOU should exhibit

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To book a table or to receive more information, please contact:

Exhibitor Cost: $1,195Includes one 8ft x 2ft skirted table and two chairs* Discounts apply to multiple tables and/or multiple locations

� Meet face-to-face with YOUR customers � Promote your products to an engaged audience � FREE admission invitations to local professionals � FREE PARKING for attendees

� Discounted rates for multiple tables or multiple cities

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Enhance Your Visibility With the Following Add-Ons:DEX Marketplace: $500.00

A targeted post-event e-blast to 30,000 opt-in subscribers. An ideal platform to promote a DEX featured product/solution and generate some full contact leads for your follow up.

DEX Video: $500.00A high-quality two to three minute video shot and edited by our videographer. Highlight your expertise, products and solutions to multiple digital audiences. You own the video.

Limited sponsorship packages are available

� Two 8' x 2' skirted tables � Preferred table top location � Logo on all outbound marketing communications

� Logo on all event signage � One complimentary Add-On � Literature distribution at event

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AerotechAllied ElectronicsAltair Engineering CanadaAmacoilAnfield SensorsAurora Bearing Automation DirectAventicsBaldor ElectricBeckhoff AutomationBellowsTechBerendsen Fluid PowerBimba ManufacturingBishop WisecarverBoker's Bosch Rexroth CanadaBrady CanadaBRECOflexCAT Rental PowerClippard Instruments Laboratory Columbia Marking ToolsConductix-Wampfler CanadaCreaform Cross Manufacturing Custom Machine & ToolDaemar Delta Computer SystemsDesign FusionDigi-KeyDMM Technology Drive ProductsElectrolab Training SystemsElectromateELESAEncoder Products Companye-PLAN Software & ServicesEPSON CanadaEXAIRFesto Canada

Fluid MeteringGreat West Life Assurance Hammond Manufacturing Harting CanadaHawe HydraulicsHercules Bulldog Sealing ProductsHYDACHydrolico InternationalIBIS Electro-ProductsIFM EfectorigusImagewearIndependent Electricity System Operator

Industrial EncoderIPEX Managementitem InternationalJ.W. Winco CanadaJUMO CanadaKEYENCEKHK-USAKuri-Tec Lapp Canada LeddartechLee SpringLEMO CanadaLovato ElectricMain ManufacturingMasterbondMOCAPMotion Industries CanadaMURR CanadaMyostat Motion ControlN.R.MurphyNordson EFDNovotechnikNSK Canada OACETTParker Hannifin Canada

Penn Engineering & ManufacturingPentairPepperl & Fuchs North AmericaPhoenix ContactPivot-PointPROAX TechnologiesProtolabsRAM IndustriesRenishaw CanadaRittal SystemsRosta Roto PrecisionRotomationRotor ClipRYCO HydraulicsSchaeffler CanadaSchneider ElectricSCHUNK Intec. SchurterServometerSEW Eurodrive CanadaSKF CanadaSmalley Steel RingSpirol InternationalSSABStarcyl Canada SYSPROTecom THKToro Hydraulic & MachineryToronto HydroTsubaki CanadaTURCK Chartwell CanadaUnitronicsV.J. Pamensky CanadaWainbeeWittenstein Yaskawa ElectricZaber Technologies

A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU

TO ALL OF OUR 2016 ADVERTISERS!

PublisherAlan Macpherson • (416) [email protected]

EditorMike McLeod • (416) 442-5600 [email protected]

Associate EditorLindsay Luminoso • (416) [email protected]

Account ManagerRon Salmon • (905) [email protected]

Account CoordinatorCheryl Fisher • (416) [email protected]

Circulation ManagerBeata Olechnowicz • (416) 442-5600 [email protected]

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