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Four AI and Digital Capability Centres to drive commercialisation
The federal government is investing $44 million to establish four Artificial Intelligence and Digital Capability Centres to drive the commercialisation of Australia’s leading AI research and promote it to new domestic and global markets.
April 4, 2022 0 comment
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Federal Budget 2022-23: Outcomes for manufacturing industry
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg mapped out how the Federal Budget aims to grow a modern and resilient manufacturing industry in last night’s budget announcement.
March 30, 2022 0 comment
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Manufacturing and the 2022-23 Budget: What to expect
With Josh Frydenberg’s economic recovery plan expected to include a modern manufacturing budget package worth more than $1 billion, Manufacturers’ Monthly outlines what we already know and asks industry experts what to expect for tonight’s final budget rollout. The government has drip-fed a number of major manufacturing announcements in recent weeks, including $55.4 million in … Continue reading Manufacturing and the 2022-23 Budget: What to expect
March 29, 2022 0 comment
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COOL IT: Increasing thermal comfort for the well-being of workers
Thermal comfort is an important part of providing a safe industrial work environment and boosting employee morale.
March 29, 2022 0 comment
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Containing spills with skilful solutions
Manufacturing processes rely on chemicals or lubrication substances to keep their machines running efficiently and safely. Unfortunately, these same liquid substances pose serious hazards if they are spilled. Which is why BSC expert Michael Rowe says its critical to have a risk management plan in place as well as appropriate spill solutions.
March 23, 2022 0 comment
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Charles Sturt University drives R&D in joining the NSSN
The NSW Smart Sensing Network (NSSN) has welcomed Charles Sturt University as the newest member of its consortium of leading universities across NSW and the ACT.
March 18, 2022 0 comment
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New campaign promotes local defence industry jobs
The government has launched an advertising campaign calling on the generation of engineering and manufacturing jobs in Australia’s defence industries.
March 17, 2022 0 comment
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Investing in the future of Australian steel
The Morrison Government is investing $55.4 million to shore up the supply of Australian steel to support renewable energy projects and the local Defence sector.
March 17, 2022 0 comment
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Multi-billion dollar large ship infrastructure project
The Federal Government will invest up to $4.3 billion to deliver Western Australia’s first large-vessel dry berth to create a world-class precinct at the Henderson shipyard.
March 17, 2022 0 comment
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The future of manufacturing with environmentally sensitive solutions
Sustainable manufacturing — the production of goods through economically-sound processes that minimise environmental impact — is at the forefront of the manufacturing and industrial system’s net-zero goals.
March 17, 2022 0 comment
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Virtuality reality training for hydraulics
HYDAC Australia has successfully launched a cutting-edge virtual reality hydraulics training environment.
March 17, 2022 0 comment
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Australian manufacturers rising orders to start 2022, despite cost challenges
The latest ACCI-Westpac report has found businesses are facing material and labour costs not seen since the 1970s energy crisis, despite rising orders to start the year.
March 16, 2022 0 comment
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Australia’s $243 electric car manufacturing boost
Scott Morrison has moved to reduce Australia’s reliance on China for rare earth materials with $243 million in grants to produce critical minerals required to manufacture batteries for electric vehicles.
March 16, 2022 0 comment
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Saab receives $22 million to build defence Collaboration Centre
Saab Australia, a solutions provider for defence and civil security, will receive $22 million from the federal government under the Modern Manufacturing Initiative to build their Sovereign Combat System Collaboration Centre in South Australia.
March 11, 2022 0 comment
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Bundaberg manufacturers grow operations with $4 million
Two Bundaberg-based manufacturers, NewFresh Foods and Aletek Operations, have shared in almost $4 million through the Made in Queensland (MiQ) Grants initiative to grow their operations and support jobs.
March 11, 2022 0 comment
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Whyalla’s key new contract to support LIBERTY Primary Steel’s rail suppliance
Whyalla’s steelworks have been awarded a key contract that will enable LIBERTY Primary Steel to continue its supply of rail products for the Inland Rail Project.
March 8, 2022 0 comment
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BlueScope welcomes Renewable Manufacturing Fund in NSW
BlueScope has welcomed the NSW government’s new $250 million Renewable Manufacturing Fund and its commitment to create opportunities for local industry in this and other sectors.
March 7, 2022 0 comment
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Elphinstone to deliver on $1 billion Defence contract
Elphinstone, based in Tasmania, will manufacture 45 turrets and hulls for the Australian Army’s new Huntsman howitzers. This is part of a $1 billion defence contract with the federal government, which was awarded to Hanwha Defense Australia last year.
March 4, 2022 0 comment
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Australian PMI reports rebound into positive territory in February
The Ai Group’s Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index (Australian PMI) rose by 4.8 points to 53.2 in February – indicating mild improvements and a progression towards positive territory after a decline in December 2021-January 2022.
March 3, 2022 0 comment
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Victoria’s new restrictions follow changes in vaccine manufacturing
Victoria has eased restrictions for masks and working from home settings as the public health ministration highlighted the goals towards a fully vaccinated state.
March 1, 2022 0 comment