Victaulic's Bill Lowar discusses the cost
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Komatsu and Pirtek extend high pressure hose agreement
Komatsu Australia and Pirtek have extended their decade long hydraulic hose agreement.
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The evolution of CMM probing systems
Stationary and portable metrology probing systems have evolved from traditional single point tactile probes to advanced scanning laser probes capable of reliable, high speed metrology of a wide range of materials in the most demanding of environmental conditions. Ian Martin writes.
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Manitou appoints new CEO
Manitou has appointed Michel Denis as its new president and CEO.
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Autodesk unveils industry’s first cloud-based solution for computer-aided manufacturing
Autodesk has unveiled Autodesk CAM 360—the industry’s first cloud-based solution for computer-aided manufacturing (CAM).
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Manufacturers continue to be upbeat
In spite of our volatile dollar, this year’s Endeavour Awards Manufacturer of the Year and major exporter, ANCA, remains positive. Alan Johnson reports.
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Samsung focuses on rare earth materials
Samsung is researching alternatives to rare earth materials, which are required to manufacture smartphones and televisions.
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Orica earns $602m profit for 2013 FY
Orica has announced a net profit of $602 million for the 2013 FY, a jump of nearly 49% year on year.
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Autodesk to acquire Delcam
Autodesk has announced it will acquire manufacturing software producer Delcam for $294m.
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A lifetime achievement for Colin North
Colin North takes out this year's Lifetime Achievement award at the Endeavours for his contribution to Australia's manufacturing industry. Alan Johnson reports.
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How to cut environmental emissions and energy costs
Reducing environmental impact and driving business efficiencies have become the dual role of energy management systems today, and therefore a major item on the business agenda. Steven Kratsis writes.
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Cadbury finally falls to Kraft
UK chocolate manufacturer, Cadbury, has finally fallen this week (Tuesday) to US giant Kraft after its board accepted an offer worth around $US19bn, after a long and bitter battle.
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Distribution the key to exporting success
RECOGNISING the importance of global markets to business growth, two South Australian manufacturers are enjoying particular success overseas.
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Australia’s biggest wine rack
SPECIALIST wine distributor 14 degrees has opened a national wine DC in Port Melbourne, creating Australia's first high density Pallet Runner storage facility for the long-term cellaring of premium quality wines.
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Simplifying conveyor design
INDUSTRIAL Conveying (Aust) is warning Australian companies that too much of their capital is being frittered away by the over-complicated design of conveyor systems.
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Storage design resolves problem site
WITH more than 2.5 million items a year being shipped from seven different distribution centres, Conquest Sports realised it was time to find a single site that could house all its needs.
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Seize control of safety and productivity
BECAUSE plant safety is most effective when it is incorporated into the very design of the plant, it makes sense for the plant's designers and managers to design and manage its safety and control functions too. Unfortunately, this is rare.
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Cementing a culture for safety
DURING the past decade, business and government interest in employee safety has jumped several notches, making OHS an essential concern for any organisation.
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ACL to continue trading
While Automotive Components Limited (ACL) directors have put the company in the hands of receivers, the company will continue to trade to ensure continuity of supply to the automotive industry.
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Cost-saving water jet cutters
IN the fabrication world, purchasing a water jet cutting machine is always going to require careful consideration due to the price.
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