Banjo Loans tells Manufacturers’ Monthly about a local manufacturing company and how its supporting them with their finances.

Manufacturers’ Monthly speaks with Michael Matheson, electrical and instrument engineer for explosives at Orica Yarwun, and Graeme Corder, Brisbane area manager for VEGA Australia, about how the “VEGAPULS 64” non-contact radar level transmitter has been instrumental in maintaining operations at Orica. 

Universal Robots’ commitment to manufacturers in Australia and New Zealand can be underpinned by its investment in its people.  

When it comes to coding in challenging environments, personal care products are some of the harshest for coding due to the ingredient profiles used within the products.

In line with recent innovations in the field of lubrication, aerosols and adhesive technology, most modern harvester machines contain a self-oiling reservoir or a self-greasing board for providing an ongoing source of lubrication.  However, according to Angela Chardon, the Managing Director at Candan Industries – who produce the popular INOX lubricants – many farmers still … Continue reading Chain lube keeps ag machines running smooth →

Federal opposition leader Anthony Albanese visited Australian manufacturer, DECO Australia, on 7 October to learn more about the company’s innovative manufacturing processes and products and discuss issues facing Australian manufacturing SMEs. 

One of Australia’s largest providers of industrial and safety supplies, Blackwoods, shares how the business is protecting workers from the dangers of welding fumes.  

Manufacturers Monthly finds out about Thermofisher’s new Thermo Scientific air-cooled chillers, an alternative source of cool water to improve efficiency and returns on investment for the manufacturer.  

We are all consumers, which is why we are more and more concerned about the food we eat and its safety. We have also become more responsible consumers, buying more green and sustainable products. Further, this fact has been accelerated during the global pandemic we are still facing worldwide.

The Fenner name is synonymous with drive and power. With over 150 years of engineering drive systems and power transmission behind them, they were well-suited for acquisition by Motion Asia Pacific in 2011.  BSC Product Manager for Drive Systems and Power Transmission, Troy Markland, says with Fenner under his belt, the future of manufacturing is … Continue reading Not all coupling solutions are created equally →

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the joint venture between Japanese bearing manufacturer NTN Corporation and bearing supply and service business CBC Australia.  The two companies have been working together in Australia since the late 1960s when the Japanese manufacturer began to grow its business abroad and shook hands with CBC founders to exclusively … Continue reading A true bearing for business, 50 years strong →

Lubrication-free igus spherical balls now available from Treotham with cost-effective sheet metal housing.

Unplanned power outages can be costly both from a production and financial point of view for those operating manufacturing sites. Even a short outage can become a major problem, with some factory floor equipment shutting down immediately as the power is cut, forcing motors, drive systems, conveyor belts, and other machinery to stop and then … Continue reading Manufacturing requires power. Keep your systems running with innovative technology. →

An extensive company history can be an asset for brand awareness, competitiveness and reputation. However, these same marketplace advantages can become a challenge when trying to change or create a new company culture. 

Autonomous vehicles and automation in manufacturing is no longer a futuristic idea. It is a fact that automated manufacturing facilities benefit from higher productivity, increased flexibility and efficiency and improved safety. 

Weld Australia is calling on industry, schools and governments to work together to develop and deliver STEM programs that engage, excite and attract students. Australia needs a vibrant national STEM skills program that illuminates the opportunities available in careers like welding and manufacturing for kids and parents alike. 

One of the most enjoyable parts of our jobs at the Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre (AMGC) is that we spend our days talking to many of the most innovative and creative people in the Australian business community.  

A few years ago, Thomas Higgins decided to start his own business repairing header equipment for the harvest season from his home on Eyre Peninsula in the South Australian grain belt.  He promoted his business by word of mouth, operating solely on referrals and repeat business. It was not long before he identified some issues with … Continue reading Tech support made easy for oils and lubricant →

Manufacturing in the 21st century is becoming more competitive than ever with margins getting tighter. The businesses in this sector are now having to look closely at their efficiencies and productivity and by re-evaluating the use of known technologies and considering newer relatively untried technologies to introduce competitive advantage to their organisations. 

Due to the strong growth in e-commerce, intralogistics is faced with the challenge of handling small batch sizes as well as large quantities in the shortest possible time. With its mobile robot ‘Boby’, the French company Scallog offers a system that can transport even heavy shelves including goods. The lifting system uses the LINAK actuator … Continue reading Scallog robot lifts shelves using LINAK actuator →