Centre for Intelligent Manufacturing
The Centre for Intelligent Manufacturing (CIM) merges technology and innovation to drive forward manufacturing expertise, technology and real-world solutions with immediate impact. CIM links companies of all sizes to Sheridan’s leading-edge expertise, infrastructure and interdisciplinary talent to develop new solutions and address manufacturing challenges.
We’re an integral part of Generator at Sheridan, where people with diverse perspectives work together across disciplines and sectors to spark ideas and advance solutions that really matter.
Collaborate with a leader of new solutions to manufacturing challenges, including the use of digital tools, such as simulating and modelling, as well as the increasing use of artificial intelligence in manufacturing systems and manufactured products.
At CIM, we work closely with organizations to provide an innovative approach that is relevant to current challenges and future opportunities.
Contact the Centre for Intelligent Manufacturing
For more information, please contact cim@sheridancollege.ca
Highlights
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Minister Stephen Crawford visits the CIM Lab
Generator at Sheridan was pleased to welcome Stephen Crawford, Minister of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement and MPP for Oakville to our Centre for Intelligent Manufacturing (CIM) at Sheridan College's Davis Campus last week.
It was a wonderful opportunity to highlight CIM's state-of-the-art lab and applied research excellence through a tour and demo that showcased one of the many ways the College is leveraging artificial intelligence and industry partnerships to advance meaningful manufacturing solutions.
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Dr. Carolyn Moorlag Discusses Manufacturing Innovation with Destination Toronto
Dr. Carolyn Moorlag, Director of Research and Innovation at the Centre for Intelligent Manufacturing (CIM), recently sat down with Destination TO to talk about research partnerships at the Centre, current trends in the manufacturing industry, and some of her favourite places to visit when she’s in the city.
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Centre for Intelligent Manufacturing Research Showcased at AICSIP 2026
Dr. El Sayed Mahmoud, Professor of Applied Computing within Sheridan’s Faculty of Applied Science and Technology and principal investigator within Generator at Sheridan’s Centre for Intelligent Manufacturing, recently presented a research paper at the 2026 IEEE 8th International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science and Information Processing (AICSIP 2026). The paper, “A Practical Camera-Guided Robotic Cell for Trans-former Sheet Stacking,” shares findings from an NSERC Applied Research and Development project with Rex Power Magnetics, completed in collaboration with a team of Sheridan student research assistants, the Centre for Intelligent Manufacturing and the Centre for Applied AI. The publication will be released in November 2026.
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Centre for Intelligent Manufacturing Collaborates on Technology to Improve Cancer Survivorship Care
A recently published article in the Journal of Health Care Organization, Provision, and Financing evaluates the usability of a StrongArms-Cancer mHealth accessible self-care system that empowers breast cancer survivors to take control of their recovery. As a key part of McMaster University-led project funded by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, Sheridan's Dr. Carolyn Moorlag, Dr. Haruna Isah (Centre for Applied AI) and Dr. Ethan Shen (Centre for Intelligent Manufacturing) led a research team that designed and built the hand-held device, smart sensing system and a mobile app that works to detect upper extremity complications, such as lymphedema, that often go unnoticed until it becomes serious. The system enables motion tracking and delivers personalized educational content to users, while bluetooth connectivity allows patients to accurately capture measurements, monitor trends over time and receive health-management insights directly on their phones or tablets.
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Mechanical Engineering Students Showcase Capstone Projects
Sheridan’s Centre for Intelligent Manufacturing recently hosted the 2026 Mechanical Engineering Capstone Showcase, featuring student-led solutions to industry challenges in manufacturing, agriculture, and environmental sectors. To learn more about Sheridan’s commitment to applied learning, industry collaboration and the development of future engineering talent.
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CIM receives provincial investment of over $500K
The Centre for Intelligent Manufacturing has been awarded over $500,000 through the provincial Ontario Research Fund’s (ORF) College Fund Program to support new equipment and infrastructure that will power applied research and strengthen industry and community partnerships. Combined with contributions from industry partners, the ORF funding will enable the Centre to invest in over $1 million in equipment. This investment will enhance the Centre’s state-of-the-art lab and equipment, facilitating cutting-edge innovation to help Canadian companies adopt intelligent manufacturing solutions.
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CIM Celebrates 10 Years of Applied Research in Advanced Manufacturing
On November 25, 2025, the Centre for Intelligent Manufacturing held a 10th anniversary celebration, bringing together researchers, faculty, staff, and partners who have contributed to CIM’s impact. Guests toured CIM’s state-of-the-art facilities and learned about the centre’s advanced technological capacities through live demonstrations in robotics, automation and 3D printing. Guest speakers from Sheridan leadership and industry partners from Rex Power Magnetics, DIA Labs, and Toronto Fresh Food reflected on the past decade and envisioned future. The Centre is excited to continue leading innovation with impact through collaborative, cutting-edge research.
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NC-led SONAMI receives $4-million investment from Government of Canada
Niagara College has received a $4 million investment from the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) to enhance advanced manufacturing in the region through the Southern Ontario Network for Advanced Manufacturing Innovation (SONAMI). This funding will support clean growth, workforce development, and innovation, benefiting businesses and students alike. Sheridan College's Centre for Intelligent Manufacturing (CIM) is a proud participant of SONAMI, contributing to this collaborative effort.

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