While celebrating success within one’s own business is important, companies are putting high value on acknowledging the achievements of others in the industry. Seven companies and organisations are sponsoring the 2019 Endeavour Awards with the purpose of supporting their peers who are helping shape today’s manufacturing landscape in Australia. Weld Australia, Bestech Australia, Beckhoff Automation, … Continue reading Collaboration can be just as important as skill in manufacturing →

A 2018 PwC report, Australia’s IoT Opportunity: Driving Future Growth, stated that across five industries assessed, which represent 25 per cent of Australia’s GDP, the Internet of Things (IoT) can achieve potential annual benefits of $194-$308 billion over a period of 8-18 years. This impact translates into average productivity improvements of about 2 per cent … Continue reading IoT solutions that improve sustainability processes →

MHE-Demag recently introduced a new maintenance concept to best optimise the service provided to customers whilst maintaining the quality of their products. The concept, Engineered Service, was introduced during MHE-Demag Australia’s annual service conference. MHE-Demag’s division manager of service Mark Beckwith launched the concept by explaining it to all in attendance. “Engineered Service avoids the … Continue reading New maintenance concept optimises service provided to customers →

Management can get “stuck in their ways” when it comes to the daily operations of a workplace, according to Peter Ballas, head of business excellence at Note Printing Australia. Coming to the realisation that change is needed, is easier said than done. However, once that realisation is made, Ballas said a company, and individuals, can … Continue reading Making a shift to a people-centric approach empowers employees →

Forensic science can take people in all directions. Often a forensics occupation delves into many disciplines such as anthropology, ballistics, biology, chemical criminalistics, crime scene examination, document examination, toxicology, computer forensics and digital imaging. The Australia New Zealand Policing Advisory Agency categorises forensic science into four groups – field sciences, laboratory service, forensic medicine and … Continue reading Forensic science has an important place in manufacturing →

Minister for Defence Industry Christopher Pyne has addressed the House for the final time as he retires from Australian politics. After 26 years in politics, Pyne addressed the House for the final time on April 4. He has a long career that included ministerial jobs – from education to industry, ageing and defence. On his … Continue reading Defence minister Christopher Pyne has left the parliament building  →

A $90 billion naval shipbuilding program outlined in the Australian Budget 2019-20 is a continued focus for the federal government. Defence is set see one of the largest regeneration of the Australian navy with the program including the build of 54 naval ships and 21 submarines using Australian steel. Along with ongoing support for the … Continue reading Budget outlines continued investment in key defence projects →

An increase in support for new apprentices entering Australia’s workforce is a welcome announcement in the Australian Budget 2019-20, but a decrease in permanent immigration intake is disappointing to some. On April 2, the Australian Budget 2019-20 was announced with mixed feedback from organisations such as the Australian Industry Group (Ai Group). The federal government … Continue reading Support for training new workforce welcome, but immigration cuts not →

Manufacturers are increasingly struggling to meet demand in an ever-growing industry, according to Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre (AMGC) director Michael Sharpe. He and other industry experts discussed businesses’ access to capital, at an event held at the University of Technology Sydney(UTS). “It’s a different conversation that we are having this year compared to about three … Continue reading Accessing grants advances business growth →

In order to make the most of Industry 4.0 and what is has to offer manufacturers, businesses need to know how to go about using the technologies correctly. This is the message from industry experts who attended the Industrial Internet 4.0 Summit at the University Technology Sydney (UTS) in late February. UTS professor of engineering … Continue reading Making new technology a friend, not a foe, boosts productivity →

National Manufacturing Week (NMW), held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre from May 14-17, will highlight the continuous growth and change the industry is experiencing. NMW will feature a theme of ‘Industrial Evolution’ throughout the four days of the conference program and exhibition with a specific focus on driving further innovation in local manufacturing, … Continue reading Australian manufacturing’s ongoing industrial evolution focus for NMW →

Keeping everyone safe is in the best interest of individuals, companies and governments. For one university, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and safety were combined to tackle a danger that occurs on many Australian beaches – sharks. The University of Technology Sydney (UTS) and the Ripper Group created a shark-spotting drone to protect beach-goers in Australia. Speaking … Continue reading AI technology used in drones for public safety →

Any business manager or executive responsible for operating transformers should be acutely aware of the possible consequences if they suffer a breakdown. The potential impact on production commitments and financial performance is enough to give people nightmares. Bushings are one of the most important transformer components to monitor because their failure can result in fire … Continue reading Keeping a facility safe comes down to even the smallest components →

Infastech Engineered Fastening supplies tools that speed up processes in many facilities. Speed and accuracy are key in any manufacturing facility. Where solutions are created to make more products in less time, to an equal or better standard, manufacturers are quick to jump on board. One of Infastech Engineered Fastening’s customers said they choose Infastech … Continue reading The right supply tools speed up processes in many facilities →

The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) reports that Australia has the highest average solar radiation per square metre of any continent in the world. Given the country’s capacity to take on large-scale solar electricity, it is no surprise the industry is rapidly expanding nationally. According to ARENA, solar energy technology in Australia falls into two … Continue reading Industry and academia collaborate for improved sustainable energy →

Road building and civil engineering are creating demand for specialised products that use recycled rubber. This is giving tyres a second life as they are used in their entirety in the manufacture of new solutions for old challenges. Tyre Stewardship Australia (TSA) explained that more than 56 million tyres used nationwide every year can be … Continue reading End-of-life tyres have multiple uses in manufacturing →

Building a stronger Australian workforce with more science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) skills is taking precedence in the Australian Budget for 2019-20. On April 2, the Australian government announced its commitment to making sure Australians of all ages have the skills to equip them for jobs of the future, which include an increasing demand … Continue reading STEM-skilled workforce key priority in Australian Budget 2019-20 →

Labor’s National Electric Vehicle policy has been described by the Electric Vehicle Council as a game changer that will spur investment and start driving the nation into a cleaner transport future. The policy is a first for Australia, which will see the introduction of a national electric vehicle target of 50 per cent new car … Continue reading Labor’s electric vehicle policy a leap for affordability and investment →

Just as time is of the essence, space is also of the essence in any business looking to increase its reach. Take any large city – crammed with cars manoeuvring past one another, packed with people making an L-shape to get to the next store in a crowd of oncoming foot traffic, and a city … Continue reading Space-saving equipment helps lift productivity →

Defence technology and innovation company, Lockheed Martin Australia has announced research and development (R&D) seeding grants for an investment in excess of $900,000 in local academic and industry partners to develop advanced technologies for the Future Submarine Program. The R&D grant recipients represent the best of breed in innovation and high value skills present in the … Continue reading Lockheed Martin Australia supports advanced technologies development →