Precision Mechatronics expects the acquisition of California-based Surfx to open new market opportunities not only in the U.S.A. but also in SE Asia.
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General motion and control market driven by pent-up demand for capital equipment
The worldwide market for General Motion Control Systems increased by a double digit percentage since ARC Advisory Group's last analysis for base year 2009.
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3PL overhaul gives Lion’s Dairy & Drinks division a competitive edge
Thanks to a smart new layout and storage systems, this dairy and drinks NDC distributes 100,000 cases a day.
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Python 3D automation system delivers killer bite for structural steel fabricator
A new automation system delivers a deadly combination of 3D fabrication services to this country-based structural steel fabrication business.
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People, technology major barriers to manufacturing growth
People and technology are the major barriers to moving manufacturing forward, a new survey released by Canon Australia reveals.
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Download the September issue of Manufacturers’ Monthly now!
A digital version of Manufacturers’ Monthly September 2011 is now available for free for all newsletter subscribers; click on this link to read all the latest new products, industry news, opinions, technical features and more.
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CNC pioneer celebrates 50 years of innovation and identifies future trends
NUM's technology underpins many of the world's most successful specialist machine builders and today the company views continued innovation and customisation of CNC as crucial to the maintenance of a healthy machine tool sector.
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Logistics & Materials Handling Mercury Awards winners revealed!
The winners of the 6th annual Logistics & Materials Handling Mercury Awards, hosted by Logistics & Materials Handling magazine, rewarded and recognised Australia's very best in the logistics, supply chain and materials handling sectors at Waters Edge in Sydney last night.
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Controlling real-time efficiency
Choosing the right process technology can help food and beverage manufacturers reduce on-shelf product errors and achieve real-time efficiency. Annie Dang writes.
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Download the July edition of Manufacturers’ Monthly now!
A digital version of Manufacturers’ Monthly June 2011 is now available for free for all newsletter subscribers; click on this link to read all the latest new products, industry news, opinions, technical features and more.
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Projection and camera system prevents collisions between robots and humans working together
A robot carefully lifts and positions a heavy component while a worker welds lightweight aluminum components to a machine right next to it. Although such scenarios are visions of the future at present, they will soon be part of the everyday work routine if industry has its way.
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Scott Moffat appointed Pilz general manager
Scott Moffat has been appointed general manger of Pilz’s Australian and New Zealand subsidiaries, replacing outgoing general manager Frank Schrever.
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Robots and humans working together a reality
A robot carefully lifts and positions a heavy component while a worker welds lightweight aluminum components to a machine right next to it. Although such scenarios are visions of the future at present, they will soon be part of the everyday work routine if industry has its way.
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Apex advances drilling accuracy with SEW drives
Industrial OEM, Apex Automation and Robotics, utilises the latest technological developments from SEW-Eurodrive to produce an innovative sawing/drilling automatic machining centre that optimises accuracy, throughput and virtually eliminates wastage.
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Ford makes $100m investment in robots
Ford is investing US$100 million globally to install robotic plant laser inspection technology to improve quality through reduced wind noise and more refined fit and finish
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50 years on, MM looks into the crystal ball
Why 'smart manufacturing' is the way of the future. Sarah Falson writes.
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Lights out, machines on: The new wave of factory automation
Being afraid of new technology can limit the benefits automated lights out manufacturing can offer, writes Annie Dang.
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ABB’s concept robot to work alongside humans in manufacturing assembly
ABB has showcased its FRIDA concept robot for industrial dual-arm assembly use, and intended for co-existence with human workers.
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Australia must take manufacturing high-road to survive: expert
Australia needs to to embrace advanced manufacturing to survive globally, according to a speech from Dan Swinney, Chief executive of the Chicago Manufacturing Renaissance Council, during a visit to Victoria last week.
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How the last 10 years changed manufacturing for good
AUSTRALIAN manufacturers have experienced their fare share of ups and downs over the past decade, but local companies have continued to thrive because our industry is flexible, it can roll with the punches, and it makes the best of what it’s got.
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