The Industrial Research and Development Institute (IRDI) has received $3 million from Industry Canada to broaden its research support for small and medium-sized businesses in the tool, die and mould (TDM) and net shape industries. Located in Midland ON, IRDI is the only research facility of its kind in Canada, conducting manufacturing, engineering and research contracts for industrial firms. It also provides research and technical information to customers and suppliers, as well as governments and schools....