$2.1 million to invest in new technologies, tap into new markets and create over 20 skilled jobs
April 17, 2019 - Guelph, Ontario
Today, Lloyd Longfield, Member of Parliament for Guelph, announced a FedDev Ontario contribution of $2.1 million for Melitron Corporation, a leading designer, developer and manufacturer of electro-mechanical systems and outdoor digital display products to scale up operations at its facilities in Guelph. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for FedDev Ontario.
As part of Melitron Corporation's larger plans for next-level growth, FedDev Ontario's contribution will allow the company to further boost its technical capabilities and overall capacity through the acquisition of energy-efficient robotics and manufacturing automation technologies, as well as make facility improvements.
This project expects to create 22 full-time skilled jobs in Guelph and will enable Melitron Corporation to take on new and larger contracts, while meeting increasing demand from various sectors. For example, the company recently designed and manufactured a line of weatherproof digital display products, including outdoor digital menu boards, kiosks and digital signage, in collaboration with Samsung Canada.
"Our Government is laying the foundation for Canadians to become more competitive and succeed in the global economy. Today's investment in Melitron Corporation builds on our competitive advantages and will result in the adoption of advanced technologies to grow production capacity and reach new markets, boosting economic growth and creating good, middle-class jobs for Canadians."
- The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario
"The Government of Canada is committed to strengthening southern Ontario's advanced manufacturing sector by making smart investments in innovation. FedDev Ontario's support means Melitron Corporation can expand and reach new export markets, while adding jobs right here in Guelph."
- Lloyd Longfield, Member of Parliament for Guelph
"The Government of Canada's contribution to Melitron Corporation's world-class manufacturing facilities is a nod to our strength in the industry and our future as we grow and scale in new and innovative ways. Melitron will use the funding to further invest in people, our workplace, and the latest in smart and efficient technologies to remain competitive in global markets."
- Mike Turner, President and Chief Executive Officer, Melitron Corporation
Quick facts
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Established in 1995, Melitron Corporation currently employs about 150 employees at its two facilities totalling 114,000 square feet of manufacturing space in Guelph.
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FedDev Ontario's contribution of $2.1 million is part of Melitron Corporation's more than $6-million expansion project.
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Melitron Corporation is currently rolling out a series of outdoor digital menu boards across Canada for some of the country's largest quick service restaurant chains, and launching its new outdoor digital display product line for other sectors including retail, transportation and financial services in North America and abroad.
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This year marks 10 years of FedDev Ontario delivering funding and business services to support innovation and growth in southern Ontario. Since inception in 2009, FedDev Ontario has invested almost $2 billion in the region's economy, with more than 31,000 jobs created and maintained over the past five years.
