Automation is vital in today’s highly competitive manufacturing environment, but it doesn’t have to be difficult. Alan Johnson reports.

The Internet of Things is described as a key enabler for manufacturing intelligence. Christine Filippis reports.

A helical bevel gearbox package from NORD Drivesystems was installed at a leading New Zealand-based meat processing plant that sought to reduce downtime.

Latest generation Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) offer the visibility required to increase production efficiencies.

The following technologies will play a major role in the evolution of automation in the manufacturing sector. Paul Miller explains.

There is no need to dump the Renewable Energy Target. But, as Innes Willox writes, now would be a great time to improve it.

Workplace safety rarely makes the headlines today, but that’s not to say manufacturing is a completely safe occupation. Alan Johnson reports.

Matt McDonald looks at one solution that can help businesses cut down on warehouse space and boost efficiency.

Due to its smooth surface and antistatic treatment Tyvek prevents particles from adhering to the coverall.

As organisations seek to improve operational efficiency and customer engagement, mobile access to ERP systems is becoming standard.

Terry Wohlers, President and founder of the consultancy Wohlers Associates, has been tracking the growth of the additive manufacturing industry since the 1980s. Brent Balinski spoke to Wohlers, ahead of the expert’s visit here, about some of the major recent trends.

ES Wigg and Son will close their business this Friday and sit down for a company-wide lunch. It’s a low-key celebration that doesn’t betray the magnitude of the achievement it marks: 165 years trading as a family-owned manufacturer.

Taxi drivers often ask me what I do for a living, and when I say I work for CSIRO, they get animated and show they know and love us.

Where are Australia’s strengths and how do we make the most of them? Innovation and productivity guru Professor Roy Green tells Brent Balinski about the kinds of companies that thrive here and what needs to be done to encourage more of them to emerge.

A newly-opened, state-of-the-art research facility in Geelong and a new innovation hub are part of plans to boost the role Australia will play in the global market for carbon fibre products. Brent Balinski reports.

Research released this month has shown additive manufacturing grew by more than a third in 2013. Ido Eylon from Stratasys told Brent Balinski about why the figures were no surprise, as well as what areas are important to his company and why.

Manufacturers’ Monthly caught up with four winners at the recently-held Endeavour awards and asked them about where, if anywhere, Australian manufacturing is heading.

Smart Fabrication Director Simon Kennedy discusses the important role continual upskilling plays in the manufacturing industry, noting how regular training at all levels of his business has contributed to its success.

Manufacturers’ Monthly caught up with some successful innovators at the recently-held Endeavour awards. We asked two of the night’s winners about the secrets to their success.

Liquid adhesives need time to cure and cannot be applied in every production step.