Western Sydney University has announced research into new camera technology to the International Space Station for a research and development project investigating recently discovered atmospheric phenomena.  The International Centre for Neuromorphic Systems at Western Sydney University, in partnership with the United States Air Force Academy, has developed what they describe as a “world-first” space imaging technology to be installed on … Continue reading New research for international space station at Western Sydney University →

A new Commonwealth-funded course at Flinders University has opened as part of a $35 billion digital upskilling program to provide further training for ship builders. The Diploma of Digital Technology will combine theoretical approaches to Industry 4.0 technology with hands-on experience to prepare students for work at the state-of-the-art Osborne Naval shipyard in South Australia. … Continue reading Australia launches first digital ship building course →

Australian industrial scale metal additive manufacturing company Titomic has entered a  strategic partnership with US-based technology Triton Systems to implement Titomic’s Kinetic Fusion capabilities for validation through research and development (R&D) projects with the US Department of Defence (DoD). Under the agreement, Triton will execute DoD programs to manufacture prototypes through their 3D metal printing … Continue reading Titomic and Triton agree to partnership →

Testing for vaccines against COVID-19 are underway at the CSIRO’s high containment biosecurity facility in Geelong. The first trials, in partnership with the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI), are taking place at the Australian Animal Health Laboratory (AHHL). Initial tests of candidate vaccines, identified in consultation with the World Health Organisation, are expected to … Continue reading CSIRO begins testing COVID-19 vaccines →

The Australian Workers Union (AWU) and Ai Group have united to call for continued domestic manufacturing to support households, business, community organisations and health providers. In a joint statement, Ai Group CEO Innes Willox and AWU national secretary Daniel Walton said it was “crucial” that businesses, particularly in the food processing, packaging, pharmaceuticals, chemicals and … Continue reading Industry calls for continued manufacturing during COVID-19 →

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Manufacturers’ Monthly spoke with VEGA Australia managing director John Leadbetter about how the company is supporting Australian manufacturers and looking abroad for solutions. Keeping the lines of communication open with customers is critical during challenging periods. That is the view of VEGA Australia as the company continues to monitor their global network to seek solutions … Continue reading VEGA ramps up support for Australian manufacturers amid coronavirus →

The Australian Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre (AMGC) has received more than 850 submissions from the industry to help the sector fight COVID-19 since their national portal launch. Registrations ranged from broad manufacturing competencies to materials and skills sets. The online database will be used to source essential goods and services as the demand from government, … Continue reading 850 submissions and counting for AMGC portal →

National employment association Ai Group has welcomed the federal government’s latest stimulus package to boost job prospects for Australians affected by the coronavirus. The announcement comes as a relieve for manufacturers and is expected to alleviate concerns for businesses during the next six months. The funding will provide $130 billion in wage support for six … Continue reading Ai Group welcomes federal government wage subsidy →

The department of defence has announced the first Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) will be built in Western Australia as part of the federal government’s $90 billion Continuous Naval Shipbuilding Program. This will be the third of twelve Arafura class OPVs, and the first to be built at the Civmec shipyard in Henderson, Western Australia. Minister … Continue reading Construction commences for first OPV in WA →

A South Australian packaging manufacturer will begin making millions of surgical masks and respirators from its Adelaide factory to stop the spread of the coronavirus. The federal government and South Australian government have reached an agreement with Detmold Group to produce 145 million masks – 100 million for the National Medical Stockpile and 45 million … Continue reading SA manufacturer to produce face masks against COVID-19 →

National employer association Ai Group has called on Australian governments to consider wage support mechanisms in response to escalating impacts of the coronavirus. Ai Group CEO Innes Willox said Australia should investigate new methods to mitigate further economic losses. “To cushion the broader impacts of the virus, a common goal in Australia and other countries … Continue reading Wage support worth considering, Ai Group says →

Multinational weapons manufacturer Rheinmetall NIOA Munitions (RNM) will produce and export ammunition for the US F-35 Joint Strike Fighter programme. Production of the 25mm frangible armoured piercing projectiles at the federal government-owned plant in Benalla, Victoria is due to begin under an Australia-first collaboration. The deal will be the first expansion of the RNM joint … Continue reading Rheinmetall to manufacture weapons in Victoria →

Global renewable energy company ACCIONA has announced will build a $1.96 million wind farm in partnership with the Queensland government’s clean energy generator CleanCo. The proposed MacIntyre complex project, due to begin construction in mid-2021, will be located about 50 km south-west of Warwick and feature up to 180 turbines to generate 1,026 megawatts of … Continue reading ACCIONA to build 1026 MW wind farm in Queensland →

Two thousand seven hundred Victorian small businesses will receive payroll tax refunds as part of the government’s $500 million Business Support Fund grants to support the state’s economy. The first portion of the funding will see the government put $52 million directly into the bank accounts of business owners. More than 21,000 small businesses have … Continue reading 2,700 Victorian small businesses to receive tax refunds →

Micro-Epsilon, leading sensors manufacturers in Germany, recently announced the application of using their miniature thermal imaging camera, TIM 40, as fast, non-contact fever inspection system. The system includes an infrared camera and extensive software packages which can be easily installed and setup. This compact sensor can also be easily moved, if required. Users can implement security … Continue reading Fever monitoring of crowd and passengers →

The South Australian government has announced $10 million to fund upgrades for 1000 SA Housing homes across the state. Work ranging from painting, lighting and roofing maintenance will begin immediately across metropolitan and regional areas, including in Mt Gambier, Port Augusta and the Riverland. Human Services minister Michelle Lensink said the upgrades will create more … Continue reading $10 million boost for SA home upgrades →

Energy Networks Australia has said in a statement that energy networks in the country need to reassure their customers to know they are doing everything they can to keep the power on, gas flowing and the energy system safe and reliable. The release also mention that there is a need to continue critical maintenance to … Continue reading Critical energy works need to continue: Energy Networks Australia →

Local Australian manufacturers have continued to provide  innovative services to facilitate safe trading during the coronavirus pandemic. AFI Branding, a fabric printing and signage company in Carrum Downs, Victoria, has continued to design and develop products such as perspex screens, hand sanitiser stations, separation barriers at self-serve checkouts, and floor decals to encourage social distancing. … Continue reading Social distancing signage keeps communities safe →

The Ai Group has urged governments to help reduce cross-border chaos for businesses involved in the movement of goods. Ai Group CEO Innes Willox told Radio National is it “essential” for governments to act to prevent the economy from quick “atrophy”. “We have to have continuity around what is happening at our state borders to … Continue reading Movement of goods across borders must flow, Ai Group says →