HYDAC Australia has successfully launched a cutting-edge virtual reality hydraulics training environment.
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Cheaper, faster carbon fibre process verified
A new carbon fibre manufacturing process has been independently technically audited.
Bureau Veritas carried out the audit of LeMond Carbon which was conducted at Deakin University’s Carbon Nexus facility
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VR experience to showcase Geelong’s industrial heritage
The social value of local manufacturing will be explored through a 3D version of a 2009 Ford Falcon XR6.
Developed by Deakin University’s CADET VR Lab, part of the School of Engineering, the project
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Wind turbine manufacturing hub officially opened
The return of manufacturing to the former Ford site in Geelong has commenced, with wind turbine components currently being assembled at the factory.
For the first time in 10 years, wind turbines are being
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Victorian government offers boost to Geelong manufacturers
The Victorian government is encouraging manufacturers in Geelong to invest in innovation, with a $40,000 towards local business groups.
Encouraging best practices in day-to-day business, businesses in
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Peruvian lubricants company sets up ANZ HQ in Geelong
Peruvian lubricants manufacturer, Vistony, will establish its Australia and New Zealand headquarters in Geelong, Victoria, with sights set on beginning operations in early 2019.
Vistony supplies oils,
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Jobs found for Geelong’s out-of-work car manufacturers
Former Ford car manufactures are among thousands of jobseekers who have been placed in new roles in Geelong, according to the latest figures.
The Jobs Victoria Employment Network has placed close to
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Advanced manufacturers receive $20m jobs boost
Construction and advanced manufacturing businesses in Geelong and Corangamite are set for a $20 million windfall, which will create more than 600 jobs.
The funding acts as the first wave of successful
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Geelong manufacturer breaks four-decade wait
Viva Energy Australia’s Geelong Refinery is manufacturing its first new solvent product since the 1980s, it has been announced.
Vivasol X55, which is used for tyre shine, tyre re-tread, cleaning
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Last Australian-made Ford engine comes off the line at Geelong
The last six-cylinder and V8 engines were produced at Geelong yesterday, part of the company’s staged shutdown and finishing with the last vehicle being produced at Broadmeadows on October 7.
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Geelong carbon fibre collaborative projects get $250,000 boost
A $250,000 project fund to support carbon fibre and advanced fibre-based manufacturing in Geelong was announced on Thursday afternoon, aiming to assist in commercialising collaborative projects between firms and researchers.
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First graphene factory opened in Geelong
The first graphene factory in the country has been opened in Geelong, which can “consider itself the graphene capital of Australia” according to the company behind it.
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Australia to build $100m fibres research centre
The Australian Future Fibres Research and Innovation Centre (AFFRIC) at Deakin University will transform Australia's manufacturing and fibre related industries and the economy of the Geelong region.
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Jobs hit hardest in Barwon region
Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has revealed that more than 80 per cent of job losses in regional Victoria last month have been in the Barwon- Western District.
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Ford may leave Australia
The automotive component industry expects Ford to exit Australia, with many writing the company out of plans from 2016 onwards.
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