A scalable distributed control system (DCS) solution is helping an Australian joint venture develop and commercialise a new carbon management technology aimed at reducing global CO2 emissions.
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Rise of the machine manufacturer
As the world of manufacturing becomes more integrated, the role of robotics is changing the shape of the factory floor. Steven Impey takes a look at the effect it will have on the Australian workforce.
Depending
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Putting Australian industry on an upward trajectory
Following the announcement by Defence Industry minister Christopher Pyne that Australian companies will have an opportunity to capitalise on the international F-35 joint Strike Force Program, Steven
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Renewables light the way to success in manufacturing
In light of rising energy prices, questionable security and ever-changing policies, some manufacturers are turning to renewables to ensure reliable production, writes Stephanie Stefanovic.
As
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Why manufacturing in Australia is in the cyber cross-hairs of hackers
With the number of large scale cyber-attacks on the rise around the world, Australia could be next and the manufacturing sector is at risk. Tim Wellsmore, director of threat intelligence and
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Can elite motorsport hand Australia’s automotive industry a new gear?
At a time when the Australian car industry is on its knees, manufacturers are using links in the motorsports industry to drive automotive technology in a new direction. Steven Impey discusses opportunities
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Budget 2017: a glimmer of support for innovation and advanced manufacturing
Advanced manufacturing to be a focus: Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame Awards 2017
Victorian Manufacturing Awards 2017 was presented in the Crown Palladium and rewarded the best Manufacturers in small, medium and large businesses. The theme for the event was centred around Australia’s
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A World ‘Simply Connected’
Take a moment to imagine a world that is even more connected than today. A world built on artificial intelligence and cyber physical systems. A world where factories are seamlessly connected throughout
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Issues and Insights: Weathering the winds of change
With the move towards newer technologies for increased productivity and sustainability, the Australian industrial sector has lots of catching up to do with Tier 1 manufacturing countries. Steven
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Australia’s energy conundrum: Interview with Veolia’s Rod Naylor
Last month during the Energy Productivity Summit that featured prominent international industry leaders giving their thoughts on energy management and sustainability issues, Manufacturers’ Monthly
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The Wollongong legacy: How 3D printing can support traditional manufacturing
Cities built on coal and steel can act as the bedrock for mobilising advanced manufacturing across Australia, according to an industry champion.
Leanne Connelly, co-founder of the manufacturer Me3D, is
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Mobile workforces ‘improve productivity and wellbeing’
More than half of business workers believe remote working with improve productivity levels within their business, according to a new study.
Varying an employee’s work environment helps them to concentrate
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NMW 2017: Artificial Intelligence And Autonomous Robots
The Industry 4.0 led industrial environment is seeing another wave of automation and roboticisation of manufacturing processes, even beyond the extensive developments we have seen to date.
Robots that
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The next industrial revolution will reinvent supply chains
Digital mediation platforms and trends such as the circular economy will profoundly change the way manufacturers operate, believes supply chain expert Jan Godsell. Brent Balinski spoke
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Boeing flying high in a thriving local market
When it comes to the local aerospace sector, Boeing Australia is finding it’s all up, up and away for both domestic defence as well as commercial aeroplane components manufacturing. Branko Miletic
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How Lean Manufacturing Saved An Electronics Company
Two years ago the Morris Group of companies was at a turning point. The Newcastle-based manufacturer found that the mining turndown, mixed in with some archaic manufacturing practises, was affecting its
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NMW To Discuss Future Trends
Today’s most progressive manufacturers are pinning their survival on working smarter than their competitors. With pressure is increasing from all sides – competition, customers, and stakeholders
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Australian automotive industry: grounded or shifting gears?
The imminent closure of Holden and Toyota’s manufacturing plants are expected to have massive effects down the automotive supply chain.
The Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association (AAAA) has estimated
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NMW2017: Four Real-World Case Studies Not To Miss
Delegates heading to this year’s National Manufacturing Week will have the chance to attend a series of seminars, showcases, interactive discussions, and networking sessions addressing the critical touch
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