industry 4.0

Opening the D61+ Live event at Carriageworks, Sydney, Minister for Industry, Science and Technology, Karen Andrews, noted that the job of those in attendance, “is to make technology as understandable to as many people as possible”. To kick off a data-focussed, technology-driven event in such a manner set the tone for the first day, where … Continue reading Australia needs to make Industry 4.0 for people says Minister →

Collision avoidance in automated guided vehicle systems (AGV) and mobile platforms, and rear area monitoring in forklifts or heavy trucks are just two of the many mobile intralogistics tasks that can be handled simply and efficiently using the Visionary-T DT configurable 3D vision sensor from SICK, write Michael Dold, strategic industry manager of Industrial Vehicles, … Continue reading Load detection and 3D collision warning for mobile intralogistics →

SICK takes another step toward Industry 4.0 by offering a new, comprehensive indoor localisation portfolio. Thanks to coordinated sensors and analysis tools, large amounts of data can now be evaluated purposefully and fields of action can be displayed in factory processes or logistics. This makes it possible to manage complex logistics networks, create transparency, and … Continue reading Indoor localisation offers a solution for complex logistics networks →

With one day left of the World Economic Forum on Africa, the key theme of inclusive growth within the Fourth Industrial Revolution had been explored by leaders in business, government, and civil society. With the ink only just dry on the Africa Continental Free Trade Agreement, a focus of the conference was closer regional integration … Continue reading World Economic Forum on Africa discusses Industry 4.0 on the continent →

Smart packaging – the use of active and intelligent packaging is growth and future trend offering huge potential, writes Marco Kaiser, strategic industry manager for consumer goods – packaging in the Factory Automation Global Industry Center at SICK. The networking of the physical and digital worlds using smart packaging also has a direct impact on … Continue reading Detecting, interpreting, communicating: Smart Sensors for intelligent packaging machines →

Knowing how a product will operate and interact with existing processes before it is implemented could achieve productivity gains of up to 25 per cent. Software designed to achieve these advancements, known as digital twins, are now being adopted by top global companies, with the International Data Corporation estimating that 30 per cent of the … Continue reading Visualisation facility opens for advanced manufacturing →

The technology in sensors has shifted to a new level that gives manufacturers more knowledge of how their systems are coping. Manufacturers’ Monthly reports. The integration of smart systems across the manufacturing sector has the potential to dramatically increase efficiencies in all aspects of industry. What drives the success of these systems is the intelligent … Continue reading Sensors the key to maximising production and efficiency →

The first Industry 4.0 Advanced Manufacturing Forum Conference, held on August 7, identified the priorities for industry in transitioning to Industry 4.0. The first priority that representatives from business, research organisations, education and training providers, unions, and government bodies identified is the need for an appropriately skilled workforce. To meet this need, industry and education … Continue reading Multi-sector conference identifies priorities for Industry 4.0 →

In a report released on August 6, the Australian industry Group (Ai Group), outlined how Australian businesses are transitioning to or already within Industry 4.0. In releasing the report, chief executive of Ai Group, Innes Willox, commented, “An overall finding is that there has been substantial progress in embracing Industry 4.0. But the gap between … Continue reading Gap between Industry 4.0 leaders and majority of businesses “substantial”: report →

NORD Drivesystems manufacturers drive solutions to support customers with its communication and application know-how in the Industry 4.0 sector. NORD’s network drives enables condition monitoring and forms the basis of predictive maintenance. It also offers digitised production, advanced maintenance concepts, and new services. “The drive units are compatible with all common field buses and Ethernet-based … Continue reading NORD develops drive solutions for digitised production →

The spotlight for Industry 4.0 will turn to Africa at this year’s World Economic Forum on Africa, which will be held in Cape Town, South Africa, from September 4-6. Structured under the theme “Shaping Inclusive Growth and Shared Futures in the Fourth Industrial Revolution”, the summit will grapple with the increasing development rate of sub-Saharan … Continue reading Africa in the sights of Industry 4.0 →

The World Economic Forum’s Lighthouse Network has expanded with the addition of 10 new factories. Selected for their utilisation of Industry 4.0 technologies, the plants have all used innovative solutions to increase profits and streamline processes. This announcement takes the number of lighthouse factories to 26, spread across continents and sectors. The World Economic Forum … Continue reading Leading factories commit to sharing innovation →

A new digital fabrication facility, ProtoLAB, opened this week at Swinburne University of Technology. The lab will house industrial robots for large scale architectural design prototyping. The design of the space is intended to open up the fabrication process to passers-by and allows observation and interest to be garnered by the large windows that open … Continue reading Robotics lab to encourage hands-on Industry 4.0 knowledge →

Progress doesn’t discriminate and the shift towards Industry 4.0 in the manufacturing sector is no different. Organisations of all sizes are at a critical juncture in planning the future of their manufacturing operations. Businesses in the beverage industry need to be supporting the development of technology that can be scaled at each end of the … Continue reading Industry 4.0 and scalability in food technology and manufacturing →

Channelling efforts into a particular area that has been well-thought out can help companies find success more than sinking funds into unresearched areas. Manufacturers’ Monthly explains. Lean manufacturing gives companies the push to focus on key aspects that will improve business rather than implementing too much at once. Speakers at the Association for Manufacturing Excellence … Continue reading Clear vision leads pathway to success →

Industry 4.0 is here now and threatening to disrupt your business. It’s not too late to prepare; start with your people and up-skill them for an integrated, automated manufacturing supply chain. You’ve probably heard the term “Industry 4.0” bandied about – the fourth industrial revolution, the next thing you need to worry about. An automated, integrated … Continue reading Are you ready for the next revolution? Prepare your people for the Industry 4.0 →

The Women in Industry Awards were held at The Park, Albert Park, on June 6, in Melbourne. With nearly 200 attendees from a diverse range of industries, it was a great night that celebrated the achievements of individuals who have made valuable and significant change to the industries that they serve in. We congratulate the … Continue reading Women in Industry Awards 2019: All the winners →

Opinion: Implementing Industry 4.0 technology can help manufacturers save on electricity costs while using renewable energy, according to one expert in the energy sector. Luke Menzel, the CEO of the Energy Efficiency Council, explains what role Industry 4.0 plays in energy management.   Industry 4.0 has been around long enough now that “thought leaders” are … Continue reading Energy management, the stealth enabler of Industry 4.0 →

Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews commends Australian industry for being world-renowned for advances in robotics research. She told Manufacturers’ Monthly that robots and autonomous systems are unlocking new value and supporting industries such as mining, agriculture and manufacturing to grow the economy and workforce. “Australia has globally recognised and established research strengths … Continue reading Australia steers path to robotics and automation excellence →

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 →