In a project to help protect COVID-19 transmission among workers in the disability sector, Swinburne engineers, together with Able Australia, have produced 3D-printed headbands. The headband fit commonly found plastic page protectors and form a simple but effective, low-cost face shield. The coronavirus pandemic gave rise to a shortage of personal protective equipment through the community … Continue reading Swinburne and Able Australia develop 3D-printed “Swin Shields” →

Australian researchers and industry partners will collaborate to design and manufacture the world’s most precise, compact and cost-effective gyroscope, in a new $8.7 million project.   The new project led by navigation system manufacturer Advanced Navigation, with research partners RMIT University, The Australian National University (ANU) and commercial partner Corridor Insights, will cut the cost … Continue reading Australian collaboration to deliver world-leading gyroscope technology →

CSIRO has entered into discussions with the NSW government to relocate up to 450 of its employees and researchers into a state-of-the-art facility in the heart of the new Western Sydney Aerotropolis, from 2026. Under the proposed move, a bespoke carbon-neutral CSIRO facility of up to 18,000 sqm would be built, featuring collaborative workshops and … Continue reading CSIRO sets sights on Aerotropolis as new Sydney research hub →

The Western Australian state government is investing in the revitalisation of regional WA through an initiative to provide support and services to small businesses as they recover from COVID-19. Vibrant Regional Businesses is a community-led investment program developed by Horizon Power in collaboration with eight regional Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI) groups. Eight regional … Continue reading WA government invests $180,000 in regional small business →

Defence has ordered thousands of new world-class Enhanced F88 weapon systems to be delivered by Thales Australia. Minister for Defence, Senator the Hon Linda Reynolds CSC said the acquisition of 8,500 rifles will not only improve the overall capability of the Australian Defence Force, but will also boost the workforce in regional Australia. “The rifles … Continue reading Thales Australia to manufacturer 8,500 rifles for Defence →

The Council of Small Business Organisations Australia (COSBOA) has launched a national campaign to support the recovery of Australia’s small businesses. The ‘Go Local First’ campaign, funded by the federal government, will urge Australians to buy local products and services to help the small business sector. The campaign will highlight the vital role of small … Continue reading ‘Go Local First’ campaign to support small businesses →

A diagnostic tool to fight cancer and technology to protect businesses from flood losses are among a series of projects backed by the federal government to commercialise and grow. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews said the 21 projects sharing more than $10 million are examples of the dynamic business thinking we need … Continue reading $10 million for SME manufacturers to pursue innovation projects →

Austal has commenced building its largest ferry at its shipyard in the Philippines for Danish ferry operator Molslinjen.   The new 115-metre vessel is a further design evolution of the distinctive 109 metre high-speed catamaran, Express 4. The Express 5 will have capacity for 1,610 passengers, space for 450 cars (or 617 lane metres for … Continue reading Construction begins on Austal’s largest ferry →

Energy Minister Bill Johnston and the Shire of Augusta-Margaret River have begun a five-year trial of community battery storage in Margaret River. Located at the Margaret River Recreation Centre, the 464-kilowatt hour Tesla battery will improve power quality for the local community and allow more homes to install solar panels. The battery will sit inside … Continue reading WA government launches battery trial at Margaret River →

Minister for Defence Industry,  Melissa Price has announced the release of the 2018-19 Defence Industry and Innovation Programs Annual Report. The Report provides details of the progress and achievements of the Coalition Government’s key Defence industry and innovation programs. Price said over $120 million in research and innovation contracts were awarded to industry, universities, and … Continue reading Defence Industry and Innovation Programs Annual Report released →

There has been a partnership agreement between Melbourne-based company Boron Molecular; South Korean manufacturer the Kyung-In Synthetic Corporation (KISCO); and CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency to take a step closer to developing the next generation of flexible phone screens and other high tech products. CSIRO and KISCO will both take a minority shareholding in Boron … Continue reading Boron Molecular, KISCO and CSIRO kick off new industry partnership for flexible phone screen materials →

Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Japan’s Prime Minister Shinzō Abe acknowledged the signing of the Memorandum of Cooperation (MOC) between the Australian Space Agency and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) at the Australia-Japan Virtual Leaders Meeting. The MOC strengthens Australia’s long-standing space cooperation with Japan to grow the space industry and create new jobs. The … Continue reading Australia and Japan agreement to grow space sector →

Women in Industry Awards have grown in stature and size year after year and are a critical component in celebrating the success of some outstanding women in traditionally male-dominated industrial sectors such as mining, manufacturing, engineering and transport. Through acknowledging these incredible achievements and individuals, the program hopes to shine a light on these industries as great career choices … Continue reading 2020 Women in Industry awards announced →

As one of Australia’s peak independent industry groups, SEMMA represents over 200 leading manufacturers in Melbourne’s South East. Through the promotion of its members’ capability and potential, SEMMA plays a critical role in ensuring the regions manufacturing sector remains vibrant and sustainable. Australian Made Chief Executive, Ben Lazzaro, said the partnership supports the continued growth … Continue reading SEMMA joins forces with Australian Made to support local manufacturing →

New technologies, including Industry 4.0, are changing the world, perhaps more rapidly now than before the pandemic. Industry is urged to understand and engage with new technology and materials and team up with researchers to gain a market edge. However, SMEs in particular can feel overwhelmed by universities and research institutions. It can be hard … Continue reading Accessing world-class manufacturing innovation →

University of Sydney engineers have used electricity to clean up heavily polluted industrial wastewater. They hope the findings will help wineries, pharmaceutical manufacturers and other industries that must comply with strict wastewater regulations.A team of engineers may be one step closer to cleaning up heavily contaminated industrial wastewater streams. Researchers from the School of Chemical … Continue reading Toxic water “cleaned” by electricity →

Manufacturers Monthly congratulates all of the Endeavour Awards winners for 2020. They have demonstrated resilience and talent despite the challenging economic climate brought about by COVID-19. This year’s Endeavour Awards feature a high calibre set of companies sharing their innovative ideas, technologies and products. It was due to be held in Sydney this year but … Continue reading Best Australian manufacturers honoured: The 2020 Endeavour Awards winners →

Seventeen Australian businesses will share almost $2.8 million in funding under Round 2 of the Automotive Innovation Lab Access Grants program. The government investment is expected to unlock a further $3.6 million in industry funding. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews said the support would help companies undertake a range of design, prototype and testing … Continue reading $2.8m funding for rd 2 of Automotive Innovation Lab Access Grants program, further funding expected →

Perth-based businesses Advanced Braking Technology and VEEM Ltd, will design and manufacture a specialised braking system for the Army’s Hawkei vehicle, another sign of growing capability in Australia’s advanced manufacturing sector. Minister for Defence Industry, Melissa Price said Advanced Braking Technology was selected in May last year to provide a brake system for testing to … Continue reading WA defence industry helping build Army vehicles →

One of Australia’s largest automotive parts distribution centres will open at Merrifield Business Park in late 2021. The new purpose-built parts distribution facility, to be constructed by Texco, will comprise a 50,580 sqm warehouse, 900 sqm office occupying a site of 87,691 sqm and features a 5-Star Green Energy rating, super awning and 14.6 metre … Continue reading Ford Australia selects Merrifield as major distribution centre →