IoT

The NSW government has unveiled its NSW 20-Year R&D Roadmap for turning the state’s R&D capabilities into world-leading industries and jobs for future generations. 

RS Components and Schneider Electric have partnered to enable wider access to Schneider’s Electric’s revolutionary open, interoperable, IoT enabled system architecture and platform, EcoStruxure, in the ANZ region.  

The food and beverage industry is at something of a crossroads. While today’s producers may not view themselves as being at the forefront of the IT infrastructure conversation, food and beverage companies in a modern production landscape are also tech companies. The ability to gather, sort, retrieve, and act on data as quickly as possible … Continue reading Have you considered Edge computing infrastructure solutions for food production facilities? →

A New Zealand glass manufacturer, Architectural Glass Products (AGP), has deployed Internet of Things (IoT) technology from Pollin8 and Thinxtra for around-the-clock tracking of its products and delivery trolleys, to avoid losing assets and bolster its customer service. 

SAGE Group, a specialist industrial technology services provider, is launching the TilliT technology business. This forms part of a strategic expansion to deliver Software as a Service (SaaS) and associated IoT hardware solutions for customers across the broader manufacturing industry. 

A postdoctoral research associate at the University of Sydney’s Centre for IoT and Telecommunications, Dr Zhanwei Hou, is developing a communication method called Tactile Internet – a technology that will allow users to experience touch over the internet. 

With automation growing across industry, a range of sensors and detection devices from SICK offers innovative solutions that can be applied to a range of environments. Automation is forging ahead in all areas of industry with no sign of stopping. And right at the forefront are distance sensors and detection and ranging solutions from SICK. … Continue reading From micron to mile – at home in any space →

Caroline Tung finds out how the NSW government’s Innovation Districts Challenge is boosting commercialisation for products such as IoT-enabled technologies. The New South Wales state government’s first Innovation Districts Challenge is now underway and is designed to assist small-to-medium-sized businesses accelerate the commercialisation of products to counter the disruptions caused by COVID-19. Eleven universities across … Continue reading Helping innovative small businesses fast-track commercialisation →

Strategic Elements subsidiary Australian Advanced Materials (AAM) will develop a self-charging battery technology through a collaboration with the University of New South Wales and CSIRO. The battery cells create electricity from humidity in the air or skin surface to self-charge themselves within minutes. No manual charging or wired power is required. They are created with … Continue reading Australian Advanced Materials to create self-charging batteries →

The robust components IO-Link temperature sensor, plug-in power supply with interchangeable adapter, Ethernet and sensor cable ensure fast and user-friendly connection of the automation technology to the IT world. 4-port IO-Link master with IoT core and MQTT interface Start-up package for IoT applications for download IO-Link parameter setting software “LR DEVICE” on USB stick Including … Continue reading Starter kit 4-port IO-Link master with IoT core and MQTT interface →

The robust components IO-Link temperature sensor, plug-in power supply with interchangeable adapter, Ethernet and sensor cable ensure fast and user-friendly connection of the automation technology to the IT world. 4-port IO-Link master with IoT core and MQTT interface Start-up package for IoT applications for download IO-Link parameter setting software “LR DEVICE” on USB stick Including … Continue reading Starter kit 4-port IO-Link master with IoT core and MQTT interface →

CNC-based machining tools has been widely adopted in the manufacturing business. Especially in the era of Industry 4.0, the new development of manufacturing technology should consider intelligent collaboration, process monitoring and management in real-time. As CNC operators require a set of skills and qualifications, educators and trainers are looking for engaging solutions to build these … Continue reading IoT ready CNC industrial control machines →

As the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) becomes ubiquitous, manufacturers still need to drive business and process improvement, but will now compete on their use of connectivity to enable individualised service. Manufacturers’ Monthly speaks with Kyle Hanagarne, executive vice president of Simplus Australia. The last wave of technological transformation to hit the manufacturing industry was … Continue reading Using data to drive sales →

Harnessing the full potential of IIoT in manufacturing requires a match between business value, local expertise and software capabilities. Manufacturers’ Monthly speaks with LEAP Australia who have recently rolled out IIoT implementations at local manufacturers, both large and small. The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is now transforming industrial companies with practical deployments that are … Continue reading How can SMEs get started and harness immediate benefits from Industrial IoT? →

IoT opens the door for smart, connected lighting systems. Paul Golata, senior technical content specialist, for Mouser Electronics, notes the latest in this field. SEASONS come and seasons go. Writing this article, located from my position in the Northern Hemisphere, I am experiencing the time of the December solstice. The winter solstice is that day … Continue reading Smart connected lighting and the IoT →

A new device to securely transmit data from anywhere in the world is being developed in partnership between Myriota and Motherson. Motherson, a full systems solutions manufacturer with ties to the automotive industry, will work with Myriota to bring the product to market. Myriota will contribute its know-how in the field of low-cost and long … Continue reading Partnership to make IoT devices in Adelaide →

Launching the NSW government’s Internet of Things (IoT) strategy, Dawn Routledge, executive director, Office of the Secretary, NSW Department of Customer Service, declared the state has embraced IoT. “The NSW government is absolutely IoT ready,” said Routledge. Described as a handbook for the NSW government to use IoT to drive better services, Routledge warned that … Continue reading NSW launches policy to drive procurement of IoT tech →

The new Fifth-Generation (5G) wireless infrastructure provides a platform for improved and innovative applications, writes Tim Jones for Mouser Electronics. Not only will the new Fifth- Generation (5G) wireless infrastructure open the door to new applications, but it will greatly improve the applications that exist today for 4G and earlier wireless generations. With the 5G … Continue reading 5G infrastructure enables new and radical applications →

Mouser Electronics, Inc. is now stocking the SAM R30 sub-GHz module from Microchip Technology. The industry’s smallest IEEE 802.15.4-compliant module, the SAM R30 combines an ultra-low-power microcontroller with a sub-GHZ radio in a 12.7 × 11 mm package, enabling long-lasting battery life in space-constrained designs like wireless-networked sensors and controls in home automation, smart city, … Continue reading Microchip’s SAM R30 sub-GHz module for ultra-low-power WPAN designs →

CNC-based machining tools has been widely adopted in the manufacturing business. Especially in the era of Industry 4.0, the new development of manufacturing technology should consider intelligent collaboration, process monitoring and management in real-time. As CNC operators require a set of skills and qualifications, educators and trainers are looking for engaging solutions to build these … Continue reading IoT ready CNC industrial control machines →