productivity

With its fateful decision not to support car assembly in Australia, we might be forgiven for thinking the federal government has written off manufacturing. But we could be in for a surprise, as options narrow in the wake of the mining boom.

​The Asia Pacific Honeywell Users Group has wrapped up for another year.

The Honeywell User Group has begun today, showcasing the company’s latest developments in processing technology and equipment.

The mobile workstation allows an operation to boost safety by connecting systems, tools, and culture directly to the workshop floor

​Biotherapies company CSL has decided to build a new, $500 million plant in Switzerland due to factors including a lower corporate tax rate.

​The automating of processes in manufacturing and other industries continues apace, and robot sales have never been higher.

Orica has won an award for its research into ultra-high intensity blasting.

The mining industry is looking to rebuild its machine to cut costs, and make them better, faster, harder, stronger.

Sandvik has upgraded its Mackay productivity and aftermarket facility in Mackay.

As we reach the end of this current mining cycle, how will miners develop to take advantage of the next upswing? Cole Latimer reports.

An insight in to what Australian industry can do to overcome our ICT inabilities, and what this means for the nation.

​The rate of wage increases is making Australian exporters more competitive.

Will small business become a victim of the fast paced change in technology, and miss opportunities?

An insight in to how the science of engineering will affect Australia’s future, and why it needs the nation’s support.

As Australia laments the decline of its manufacturing sector, China is actively taking steps to accelerate its move up the value chain.

As productivity continues to lag in Australia, what can industry do to halt this trend?

The right support could see Australian innovation, particularly in mining and manufacturing.

Australia has fallen from 19th to 25th in global manufacturing competitiveness over the decade, according to new research.

The company that produces the ubiquitous Clipsal switch, Schneider Electric, is able to remain competitive in Australia by combining highly productive practices, being very responsive to customers, and a strong brand. Brent Balinski spoke to the company’s David Gardner.

It all started with a pepperoni pizza…