By Dr Jason Coonan, Chief Operating Officer at the Innovative Manufacturing CRC By now we are all acutely aware of the impact that COVID-19 has had on our manufacturing industry, including our innovation pipeline. As we adapt to our “new normal”, kickstarting the industry’s recovery and innovation ecosystem is more important than ever before. Small … Continue reading Why short-term, high impact manufacturing R&D is important for fuelling Australia’s innovation ecosystem →

Diversified battery industries could contribute $7.4 billion annually to Australia’s economy and support 34,700 jobs by 2030, according to a new report prepared for the Future Battery Industries Cooperative Research Centre (FBICRC) by Accenture. The Future Charge: Building Australia’s Battery Industries report is a comprehensive assessment of Australia’s economic opportunity to leverage its competitive advantages … Continue reading New report: Australia’s $7.4bn opportunity in future battery industries →

Global industrial connectivity supplier Moxa, distributed in Australia by Madison Technologies, explores the importance of protecting OT networks from cyberattacks by enhancing operational resilience. Securing operational technology (OT) networks and increasing network durability are key to enhancing operational resilience, as OT network protection still lags behind information technology (IT) cybersecurity. This article explains the reasons … Continue reading The key to operational resilience: OT cybersecurity →

Digi-Key Electronics, which offers the world’s largest selection of electronic components in stock for immediate shipment, announced that it has been recognised by Bourns for 30 years of engagement in a successful business relationship. Bourns is a leading manufacturer and supplier of electronic components and integrated solutions, targeted for high-growth industries including computers, telecommunications, automotive and … Continue reading Digi-Key Electronics and Bourns celebrate 30 years of successful business partnership →

Calls by both the public and private sectors for energy efficiency across the board has everyone scrutinising their plant’s energy consumption and output. According to energy.gov.au, the largest segment of motor electricity consumption in Australia is mid-size motors with output power between 0.75kW to 375kW. Explains Martin Broglia, managing director for Bonfiglioli Australia and New … Continue reading Bonfiglioli continuously adopts energy saving best practice →