News that moves you
May Edition 2019
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On May 3rd, the Matcom family said goodbye to one of our most beloved employees, Robert Low. Bob has been with Matcom for over 20 years. We cannot thank him enough for his great work and his dedication to this company. Bob, your service and expertise will be greatly missed. Congratulations and enjoy this new chapter of your life.
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On May 7th, Matcom's own Mike McCalmont welcomed a baby boy, Morgan Joseph!
Congratulations to Mike and his family.
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Billboard on Rutherford Road
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Have YOU seen our new billboard yet?
See if you can spot it on Rutherford Road West of Rotational Drive!
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Mother Goose... At Matcom?
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On May 27th, Matcom had a tiny visitor!
This Canada goose chick imprinted on Gareth and followed him around all day!
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Check out Matcom’s new and improved look! Thank you to Andrew, Ian, Steve, and Andrew for getting our garden ready for springtime!
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The winner of this months' draw is
Jessie Carter.
Please come and collect your gift from Alexander McCleave upstairs!
Don't worry, next month there will be another random winner. Stay tuned for more opportunities to win!
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Lift & Move is fast approaching! A huge thank you to all of our dedicated employees for your hard work over the last few months.
If you are interested in volunteering for this event in any capacity and have yet to sign up, please contact Alex McCleave at amccleave@matcom.com or click the link below.
Lift & Move is a massive event not just got Matcom, but for the trades industry as a whole. It is a great honor to be hosting the first ever Lift & Move event in Canada!
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Stay in the Know: Health and Safety
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Repetitive Motion Injury Prevention
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Awkward repetitive motions can lead to
repetitive motion injury
(RMI) over time. RMIs are temporary or permanent injuries to tendons, muscles, nerves, or ligaments that can result from performing the same motion over and over again. RMIs are typically very painful and include carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, and bursitis. Doctors recommend taking protective measures to reduce the chance of developing RMIs on the job. Such measures include:
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- Stretch during breaks to loosen up the body
- Vary tasks so as to not repeat the same motion over a long period
- Arrange your work area to avoid reaching, bending, and twisting waist or wrists
- Report all injuries to your supervisor immediately
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Actions like bending at the hips, rolling the wrists, lifting, and working with your hands above shoulder level can all lead to RMIs over time.
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Office workers are also at risk for repetitive motion injuries. Actions like typing, clicking a mouse, and slouching at your desk can have lasting negative effects on your health.
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Industry News: 3D Printing in the Spotlight
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Taking shape: 3D printing revolution on the horizon
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Is 3D printing changing the future of construction?
“When you look at the construction industry, in general, it’s the one area that has seen the lowest productivity over the past 80 years compared to any other industry,” Hoefflin says. “Part of the reason is, of course, you have some very basic materials like concrete that really haven’t changed for many years. 3D printing is clearly an attempt to change this – to allow the industry to gain, on one hand, a lot more productivity, but also give it the opportunity to go to new frontiers."
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Construction to kick off on world's first 3D-printed neighborhood
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Fuseproject and Icon set out to build the first ever 3D-printed neighborhood in Latin America as a solution to homelessness. The homes are designed for families living on less than US$200 a month and are intended to serve as a low-cost housing solution for communities around the globe.
Here's to using cutting-edge technology to advance a noble cause!
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Ontario Pledges More Than $22 Million for French-Language High School in Vaughan
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On May 8th, the Ford government announced its plan to spend $22.6 million to secure a location for a new French-language Catholic high school in Vaughan. The new school is intended to foster a rich French-language community in the Vaughan area. The facility will be built at the site of the former St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Elementary School.
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There are so many exciting things happening at Matcom, so stay connected via our revamped social media channels. Be sure to like and follow us on
Twitter
,
Facebook
and
Instagram
!
If you have a story, game idea, or news article to share, we would love to hear from you! Reach out to
Alexander McCleave
with your story ideas for the next newsletter.
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