Nissei machines to be used at WorldSkills Competition in Calgary

Plastics machinery representative En-plas Inc, Toronto, has arranged for equipment to be available at the 40^th WorldSkills Competition which will take place September 1-7 at Stampede Park in Calgary.

Every two years, hundreds of the best young professionals from trades, service and technical programs around the world gather to showcase their talents and abilities. Participants compete for gold, silver and bronze medals in 45 skill categories, ranging from cabinet making to web design. This is only the second time this event will be held in Canada.

Within the Manufacturing and Engineering Technology category, there’s a competition in plastic mold making. Courtesy of En-plas, competitors in this category will have the use of two Nissei HM7 seven-ton injection molding machines, Nissei quick-change mold bases, and a Mokon chiller.

The mission of WorldSkills International is to bring attention to the high standards of skill, competences, and excellence exemplified by trades and technology professionals. WorldSkills serves to remind us that skills, trades and technologies professionals continue to play a crucial role in the success of the modern global economy. More information on WorldSkills is available at www.worldskills2009.com