OneSteel will close its Kembla Grange Oil and Gas Pipe (OGP) manufacturing business on 31 May 2012, in an effort to cut costs in its steel processing business.
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Q&A with Gordon Slater, Byron Bay Cookie Company chairman
Gordon Slater, chairman of Byron Bay Cookie Company, speaks about the company's transition from hand-made to machine production, and the important role exporting plays in its future growth plans.
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Water products supplier to build $8m water-friendly factory
Global water products company Pentair is building a state-of-the-art, $8 million assembly, distribution, and research and development facility in Victoria, which will boast the latest water- and energy-saving technology.
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Participation agreement makes it easier to export to Vietnam
EFIC (Export Finance and Insurance Corporation) has extended a participation agreement with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to include Vietnam, making it easier for companies in the emerging economy to import Australian-made products.
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Brisbane firm enters $300m pile repair game with joining systems contract
Brisbane’s Joinlox joining systems will be used to manufacture protective jackets and sleeves for bridge and wharf piles, as part of a manufacturing and supply agreement with composites manufacturer Marky Industries.
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Exporters gain protection against volatile currency markets
An agreement between OzForex and the Australian Government’s Export Credit Agency will reportedly help SME manufacturers better manage their exposure to volatile currency markets.
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Who’s got the manufacturing industry’s back: Kevin or Julia?
Manufacturing Minister Kim Carr has thrown his support behind Kevin Rudd, who claims he would outperform Prime Minister Julia Gillard at representing the manufacturing industry.
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Companies must declare use of dangerous chemicals, warns AMWU
A workers union is calling on manufacturers to lessen the amount of toxic chemicals they use in the factory, after workers at a truck assembly factory reported ‘side affects’ from exposure to a cleaning substance.
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Hurry, Endeavour Awards 2012 entries closing 27 February!
The deadline has been extended two weeks for nominations for the 9th Annual Manufacturers' Monthly Endeavour Awards, so it's not too late to enter for your chance to be recognised as a great Australian manufacturing innovator!
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‘Up-skilling’ our future: A Manufacturers’ Monthly Leaders Summit event
OVER the years I've spent writing for the manufacturing industry, it has become clear to me that our Manufacturers' Monthly readers are all advocates of skills retention, training and development – because they realise the importance of keeping Australia's manufacturing industry thriving in the future.
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Amcor’s proposed Aperio takeover could cost jobs, warns AMWU
Amcor’s proposal to takeover rival packaging company Aperio could come at the cost of "hundreds of Australian jobs”, the Australian Manufacturing Workers Union (AMWU) has warned the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC).
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Iconic Qantas has ‘corporate responsibility’ not to offshore maintenance jobs: Unions
Australia’s manufacturing union is imploring Qantas to maintain its commitment to on-shore maintenance, following yesterday’s news that the aircraft carrier is reviewing its maintenance operations.
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You’re invited: Clean Technology Investment Program information session
AusIndustry is holding an information session for manufacturers wanting to learn about the government’s $1 billion Clean Technology Investment Programs and how to apply.
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Qantas to review maintenance operations, could lead to job cuts
Qantas maintenance jobs could be cut as the airline reviews its maintenance operations at Tullamarine, Avalon and Brisbane airports, and announces 500 job-cuts in its catering division.
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Unions fight ‘the good fight’ for workers ‘gouged’ on pay
The unions have been hard at work in the manufacturing sector this past week, fighting for higher wages and better conditions for workers at three major manufacturing companies: Holden, mining equipment-maker Schenck and axle manufacturer Dana Australia.
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Young minds and the young at heart
ROBOTICS specialist ABB is passionate about the securing the next generation of manufacturing workers. So much so, that the company is supporting the 9th Annual Manufacturers’ Monthly Endeavour Awards, through its sponsorship of the Young Manufacturer of the Year Award.
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Young minds and the young at heart
ROBOTICS specialist ABB is passionate about securing the next generation of manufacturing workers. So much so, that the company is supporting the 9th Annual Manufacturers’ Monthly Endeavour Awards, through its sponsorship of the Young Manufacturer of the Year Award.
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Ai Group announces new chief executive, replacing Heather Ridout
The Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) has announced its new chief executive, to replace outgoing Heather Ridout; Innes Willox will lead the industry advocate group from 1 May.
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Combat uniform tender opportunities for local TCF manufacturers
A tender briefing for the manufacture of standard and operational combat uniforms, and components fabrics will take place in Melbourne this Friday 17 February.
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Furniture manufacturer enters administration owing $5m
An office furniture manufacturer has been placed in administration this week, owing $5 million to creditors, staff members and the Australian Taxation Office, according to a report from Smart Company.
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