There’s cautious optimism around that manufacturing’s fortunes have changed. Brent Balinski spoke to Jens Goennemann and Andrew Stevens of the Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre about building on successes and – hopefully – changing the national psyche around the industry.
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With a little polish, scandium could be the next big thing
Like titanium, scandium is a metal Australia possesses in world-leading amounts, and – with a little work – it could present big industrial opportunities. Brent Balinski reports on a recently announced effort to help address the material’s supply/demand nexus.
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Deakin University, Clean TeQ and Universal Alloy Corporation to collaborate on scandium for aerospace
A collaboration between Clean TeQ Holdings, the US’s Universal Alloy Corporation and Deakin University will explore the uses of aluminium/scandium for lightweight aerospace parts.
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New ceramic 3D printing method makes parts resisting 1,400 degree heat [VIDEO]
Californian company HRL Laboratories has developed a method of 3D printing ceramics with similarities to stereolithography, with the resultant parts possessing high strength and extreme heat resistance.
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James Douglas appointed as Quickstep non-executive director
The Board of advanced manufacturing company Quickstep Holdings Limited has announced the appointment of Mr James Douglas as a Non-executive Director, effective immediately.
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Adelaide JSF supplier commended by Lockheed Martin
Adelaide’s Levett Engineering has won a commendation from Lockheed Martin for the supply of components to the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter.
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Australian high-tech manufacturing “booming”
The depreciation in the Australian dollar has seen manufacturing exports up sharply, led by high-value companies selling into global supply chains.
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Emirates signs US$16 billion engine services deal with GE Aviation for airline’s GE9X-powered Boeing 777X fleet
Emirates has signed a US$16 billion OnPoint solution agreement with GE Aviation for the maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) of the GE9X engines that will power the airline’s fleet of 150 Boeing 777X aircraft over a period of 12 years. This is Emirates’ largest engine MRO contract to date.
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Aerospace manufacturing facility opens in Latrobe Valley
A new $4.24 million aerospace manufacturing facility was officially opened in the Latrobe Valley yesterday.
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Jet powered 3D printed drone flies at Dubai Airshow
What is claimed to be the largest, fastest and most complex 3D printed unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) has been unveiled at the Dubai Airshow.
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Jet powered 3D printed drone flies at Dubai Airshow
What is claimed to be the largest, fastest and most complex 3D printed unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) has been unveiled at the Dubai Airshow.
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Boeing showcases micro-lattice super-material [VIDEO]
Boeing has released a new video showcasing a super-light material made of hollow, metallic tubes and reportedly 100 times lighter than Styrofoam.
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Quickstep posts $3.9m loss
Advanced manufacturing company Quickstep Holdings has posted a $3.9m loss for the 12 months to June 30, compared to $11.2m for the previous year.
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Berkshire Hathaway to acquire aerospace manufacturer for $US 37 bn
Warren Buffet’s Berkshire Hathaway has agreed to purchase aerospace manufacturer Precision Components Corp for $US 37.2 billion, its biggest acquisition ever.
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Boeing boss talks up Australian manufacturing, R&D abilities
Boeing International’s president has spoken highly of the its manufacturing capability in Australia, the country where it has its largest presence outside of the United States.
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The future of 3D printing lies in space and with an extra dimension
The concept and use of 3D printing is now well established, with a large selection of printers available today, ranging from your low-price small 3D units for home to the larger and more robust industrial printers.
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Lockheed to acquire Sikorsky for $US 9 bn
Lockheed Martin will acquire Sikorsky, the maker of the Black Hawk helicopters, for $US 9 billion, one of its biggest ever purchases.
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Quickstep gets first global automotive OEM project
Joint Strike Fighter supplier Quickstep has announced a “logical step” to becoming a major automotive supplier, and is expecting its first production order of components within weeks.
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Manufacturers without borders: targeting global value chains
More and more international trade is being made up of intermediate goods and services. Brent Balinski reports on some of the efforts to get Australian manufacturers better involved in this.
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Boeing to invest further $70m at Port Melbourne
Boeing has re-committed to its Port Melbourne operations, its largest R&D site outside of the US, with a $70 million investment in the site.
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