Brewing and German technology go hand in hand. The German Purity law defined quality of beer back in the 1400’s. For over 50 years now, Siemens’ programmable logic controllers (PLC) have been defining the quality of automation for various industries.  Siemens Factory Automation can be found in breweries all over the world whether it be … Continue reading Tap the potential of craft brewing →

As the federal government announces its budget and manufacturing strategy, the German-Australian Chamber of Industry and Commerce (AHK Australien) translates collaborative opportunities into actionable items. Christoph von Spesshardt, executive director, German-Australian Chamber of Industry and Commerce, writes. On September 17th, coinciding with the first meeting of the Chamber’s Innovation and Start-up Committee, the federal government … Continue reading German-Australian Chamber offers practical ways to bring innovators together →

Yaskawa, technology supplier with a global operation specialising in robotics and control technology, is teaming up with Lorch Schweißtechnik, one of the technology leaders in the field of MIG-MAG welding. The future cooperation will make new and innovative welding solutions available to industrial businesses across Europe. Both partners see enormous potential for mid-size businesses to … Continue reading Yaskawa and Lorch Welding Systems announce Europe-wide cooperation →

Business leaders within APAC and global manufacturing and distribution sectors have shown urgency in embracing digital transformation to overcome the disruption caused by the pandemic. This is according to new research that has been released by SYSPRO, a leading global provider of ERP software. In order to understand the impact of the pandemic on manufacturers … Continue reading Manufacturers and distributors gear up for digital transformation in the new normal →

Food suppliers in Australia are under increased pressure and scrutiny to ensure they are compliant with food safety standards. To prepare for auditing, companies not only need to make sure their maintenance products are NSF H1 compliant, but that they have acceptable food safety identification and risk reduction programs, as well as adequate documentation of … Continue reading Biscuit manufacturer benefits from food safety compliance solution →

For a major milk processing plant in Queensland, regular vibration analysis conducted by BSC reliability engineers over the past eight years has provided peace of mind and maximum machinery uptime. Every three months, a BSC reliability engineer visits the plant and measures vibration levels in the plant’s critical assets such as pumps, air compressors, ammonia … Continue reading Maximising plant uptime through vibration analysis →

Omni channel describes procurement and distribution across all buyer touchpoints, and the best exponents have a seamless interface between their channels and the end user. For RS Components, omni channel procurement is a combination of a digital interface in conjunction with sales and customer service teams. RS Components interim ANZ managing director, Scott Philbrook, explains. … Continue reading Omni Channel – The Way Forward →

One hundred and fifty years ago, Tennant Company founder George Tennant started his business on the banks of the Mississippi River in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA. Like many others, he chose the location to power his sawmill, milling and planing timber to help build the young and growing city. Over the years, Tennant’s business grew and … Continue reading Tennant celebrates 150th anniversary →

For Stefen Lausch, a mechanic working with Wagga Wagga City Council in New South Wales, no two machinery breakdowns are ever the same. The team he is a part of manages a large fleet of graders, rollers, semi-trucks, trailers, tractors and slashers used by the council to maintain the regional parklands and nature strips, among … Continue reading CBC, LOCTITE help meet MRO needs for council →

Bearings are one of the most commonly used machine parts in any industry. A sound knowledge of best practices in installing and maintaining bearings is therefore essential for those in charge of machinery maintenance to avoid unexpected downtimes. As a global bearing manufacturer, NSK offers accredited bearing training programs to interested parties, where experienced NSK … Continue reading Learning the science behind bearings →

When the operators at Tassal Group’s Huonville salmon processing facility in Tasmania were frustrated with having to replace their conveyor belt roller bearings every few weeks, it was WebsterBSC’s Sales Service Representative, Dean Nomikos who first suggested switching to the NSK Molded-Oil bearings. The existing stainless steel bearings, as Dean explains, were failing frequently in … Continue reading How a bearing upgrade saved valuable maintenance time for Tassal →

Lorch South Pacific managing director, David Wilton, speaks about Industry 4.0 Smart Welding Solutions and how it drives customer productivity. What do people think about when they hear the words “Welding Industry”? Many would think “old school”, “dirty job”, “uninspiring”, “slow to change”. But what if these were just perceptions standing in the way of … Continue reading Embrace the technology and leverage the possibilities to drive productivity and efficiency into our tired welding industry →

The domestic and international effects of the COVID-19 pandemic have had impacts on energy prices and emissions that look positive at first glance – a pre-existing decline in wholesale electricity prices has steepened; a global oil price crash and weak East Asian gas demand have pushed spot gas prices far down; and early signs are … Continue reading Reinvigorating Australia’s national climate policy →

Earlier in my career I worked with many “best in class” lean manufacturers and I was struck by how many of their employees could remember, even years later, where it all started. They openly shared their story, and often I would meet the team that had been the catalyst for their on-going lean deployment. Years … Continue reading Deciding where to start in the Industry 4.0 journey →

Manufacturers’ Monthly speaks with The Elastomers’ technical and quality assurance manager, Sam Brumale, about how local test machines from Test Machines Australia are critical to their rubber manufacturing business. Having a local agent service test machines is critical for Melbourne-based rubber manufacturer, The Elastomers. The company engages the services of Test Machines Australia, who has … Continue reading Providing reliable and timely service for local manufacturers →

Wholegrain Milling’s Craig and Renee Neale speak with Manufacturers’ Monthly about their family business and how it has grown with the Gunnedah Shire community. Craig and Renee Neale see flour milling as a family affair. More than 40 years ago, their family-owned and certified organic flour mill, Wholegrain Milling, was born out of a desire … Continue reading Sowing the seeds for a wholesome community →

Manufacturers’ Monthly speaks with Baird Technology and Backplane Systems Technology about the challenges involved in the business of robotics during COVID-19. The COVID-19 pandemic has created unprecedented challenges for many businesses during the past six months. During this time, some manufacturers are riding out the storm by taking the opportunity to develop innovation. Baird Technology … Continue reading Germicidal robot manufacturing →

Manufacturers’ Monthly spoke with the team at industrial workwear supplier Blackwoods about their updated Workhorse range and due diligence program embedded within the company. Producing personal protective equipment during the COVID-19 pandemic has played a key part in Australia’s unprecedented manufacturing activity this year. While masks will continue to be an essential PPE item, protective … Continue reading Strength and safety at the core of updated iconic workwear range →

Bailey Ladders has been a trusted Australian brand for more than 60 years when it comes to safely working at heights. Bailey Ladders marketing and product manager John Chinn speaks with Manufacturers’ Monthly about this heritage of safety. Ensuring workers return home safely each day is the most important aspect of all modern-day workplaces. Sadly, however … Continue reading Improving safety, building trust →

Global manufacturing has been shaken by the pandemic. It’s not just the social distancing restrictions that have been placed on workplaces, which have forced them to operate in non-standard ways, the border closures and surge in demand for speciality goods (think toilet paper, hand sanitiser and PPE) laid bare just how vulnerable global supply chains … Continue reading Future-Proofing The Australian Manufacturing Industry Through Digital Transformation →