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Trans-Al Network

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Trans-Al Network is a Quebec-based association that supports manufacturing companies in the aluminum transformation sector. It contributes to the technical, technological, and business development of its members through various services, training, and collaborative projects.

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Based in Chicoutimi, Quebec, the Trans-Al Network is the association for manufacturing companies specializing in aluminum transformation. With 29 years of experience, the network brings together 403 companies and organizations, representing a combined revenue of $2.7 billion and over 9,000 jobs. Its main mission is to foster the technical, technological, and business advancement of its members. Trans-Al's interventions are focused on two major axes: the adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies and the acceleration of the digital transition, including Industry 4.0. To achieve this, the organization offers a range of services including resource mutualization for strategic projects, financing programs for innovation, networking opportunities, business development through referrals and tender monitoring, as well as specialized training. The network is recognized as a success by Canada Economic Development for its structuring contribution to regional economic development.

Products

Fascicule sur le moulage de l'aluminium

Fascicules sur la transformation de l'aluminium

Une série de 6 fascicules présentant l'état des technologies et des marchés liés à la transformation de l'aluminium. Ces documents couvrent les tendances, les technologies prioritaires pour le Québec et les opportunités d'affaires.

The Trans-Al Network provides a collection of six technical booklets that offer a comprehensive overview of the aluminum transformation industry. Each document is dedicated to a specific process: casting, forming, joining, machining, and surface treatment, with a summary booklet compiling them. These publications are strategic tools for Quebec companies, as they analyze global technological trends and the dynamics of growth markets. They identify a list of technologies deemed priorities for maintaining Quebec's competitiveness and detail the specific challenges local transformers face. In addition to analysis, the booklets highlight concrete technological business opportunities, enabling members to make informed decisions for their R&D and equipment investments. This project was carried out in collaboration with the entire industry and with financial support from the CRTQ.
The booklets cover aluminum casting, forming, joining, machining, and surface treatment.
You will find global technology trends, market trends, priority technologies for Quebec, challenges for Quebec companies, and technological business opportunities.

Services

Programme Usinage 4.0 pour la productivité des équipements d'usinage

Usinage 4.0

Un programme collaboratif pour les entreprises d'usinage métallique et de l'aluminium visant à augmenter la productivité de leur parc d'équipement. Les participants bénéficient d'une économie de 60% sur les coûts d'adhésion grâce à l'appui financier de NGen.

The Usinage 4.0 program is a Trans-Al Network initiative that brings together a group of non-competitive companies from the metal and aluminum machining sector. The main objective is to unite to collectively increase the productivity of their equipment fleets. This collaborative approach allows for the sharing of best practices, exploration of new technologies, and solving common problems related to production efficiency. Thanks to significant financial support from NGen (Next Generation Manufacturing Canada), participating companies receive a substantial 60% saving on program membership costs. This financial aid makes access to the group's expertise and resources more affordable, thereby encouraging SMEs to invest in optimizing their machining operations and advancing their transition to Industry 4.0. The program is a concrete example of pooling strengths for increased competitiveness.
The program is for metal and aluminum machining companies that are non-competitive with each other, to foster open information sharing.
Participants benefit from a 60% saving on membership costs, thanks to financial support from NGen.
Expert en transition numérique travaillant sur un ordinateur dans une usine.

Soutien à la Transition Numérique et Innovation

Services visant à accélérer la transition numérique et l'innovation, incluant le Consortium TIC (43% de réduction sur les honoraires d'experts), ExploIT (financement de 15%) et Estim.ai (logiciel d'estimation par IA).

The Trans-Al Network offers several concrete programs to help its members navigate the digital transition and innovate. The 'Consortium of ICT, digital and Factory 4.0 specialists' offers a 43% reduction on the professional fees of an expert firm to facilitate access to ICT and Factory 4.0 skills. The 'ExploIT' program aims to increase productivity through data utilization by offering 15% financing on the first $300,000 of a project. Additionally, the 'Estim.ai' collaborative project allows companies to develop an AI software for estimation automation, with the goal of reducing estimation time by 30-50% and increasing the number of bids. These initiatives provide direct financial and technological levers to encourage manufacturing companies to adopt cutting-edge solutions, optimize their processes, and remain competitive.
The program offers a 43% reduction on the professional fees of an expert consulting engineering firm in digital transition, MERKUR.
Estim.ai is an AI software project that aims to reduce estimation time by 30-50%, increase the number of bids, and decrease errors through automation.
Rencontre d'acheteurs organisée par le Réseau Trans-Al.

Développement des Affaires et Réseautage

Un ensemble de services pour générer des opportunités d'affaires, incluant le référencement, la veille d'appels d'offres, les rencontres d'acheteurs et des événements de réseautage. Certains services sont gratuits pour les membres.

Business development is at the core of the Trans-Al Network's services. The organization actively facilitates its members' growth through several channels. The referral service, offered free of charge, connects members with clients looking for potential suppliers. A weekly monitoring of public tenders related to aluminum allows members to discover new contracts. 'Buyer Meetings' are organized to create direct, private contact between the procurement departments of large customers and qualified suppliers. The network also collaborates with the Axya digital platform, specializing in metal transformation, to offer a support service. In addition, thematic events, conferences, seminars, and industrial visits are offered with a 25% discount for members, providing valuable opportunities to meet peers, learn, and develop client-supplier relationships.
No, the tender monitoring service, which sends you a weekly list, is a free service for Trans-Al Network members.
It is a private meeting organized by Trans-Al between a client's procurement department and members qualified as potential suppliers, to understand the client's needs.

Industries served

  • Transformation de l'aluminium
  • Secteur manufacturier
  • Usinage métallique
  • Mécano-soudé
  • Métal en feuille

What sets us apart

  • Association spécialisée exclusivement dans le secteur de la transformation de l'aluminium au Québec.
  • Réseau étendu de plus de 400 entreprises et organisations membres.
  • Plus de 29 ans d'expérience au service de l'industrie de l'aluminium.
  • Offre de programmes de mutualisation permettant des réductions de coûts significatives (jusqu'à 70%) sur des services stratégiques.
  • Accès à des programmes de financement et de remboursement directs pour des projets de transition numérique et d'innovation (Consortium TIC, ExploIT).
  • Bénéfices d'adhésion étendus grâce aux affiliations avec le CRITM (Consortium de recherche et d’innovation en transformation métallique) et l'AMQ (Alliance Métal Québec).

Frequently asked questions

The Trans-Al Network is primarily for Quebec manufacturing companies in the aluminum transformation sector and equipment suppliers in the industry.
Members benefit from significant reductions (25% to 70%) on various services, reimbursements on expert fees (43% via the ICT Consortium), and financing for innovation projects (15% via ExploIT).
The head office is in Chicoutimi, Quebec. The association primarily serves companies in the aluminum transformation sector throughout Quebec.
Trans-Al helps through programs like the 'Consortium of ICT, digital and Factory 4.0 specialists' which facilitates access to experts with a 43% reduction, and working groups like 'Usinage 4.0' to increase equipment productivity.
Yes, when you are a member of Trans-Al, you also benefit from several advantages offered by CRITM (Consortium for Research and Innovation in Metal Transformation) and AMQ (Alliance Métal Québec) as an affiliated member.

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