Beckhoff and Modra Technology advance automation in carpet manufacturing
Australian manufacturing automation company Beckhoff Automation says its long-running partnership with machine builder Modra Technology has supported the development of CreelMT, an automated creel management system designed to improve efficiency in carpet manufacturing.
Queensland opens nominations for 2027 Women in Manufacturing Apprentice Awards
The Queensland Government has opened nominations for the 2027 Women in Manufacturing Apprentice Awards, recognising women apprentices who demonstrate leadership potential, initiative and contributions to an inclusive manufacturing workplace.
Battery-powered bulk carrier begins supporting South Australian manufacturing
Adbri and The CSL Group have commenced operations of a battery-powered self-unloading bulk carrier that will transport limestone for cement manufacturing in South Australia, according to the company.
Parliament committee examines future of solar panel reuse and recycling
The House of Representatives Standing Committee on Climate Change, Energy, Environment and Water has examined opportunities and challenges surrounding the reuse and recycling of solar panels as part of a parliamentary inquiry into reducing solar waste and supporting a circular economy, according to the Parliament of Australia.
Arnott’s Group recognises suppliers at 2026 Supplier Forum
The Arnott’s Group has recognised the contributions of its supply partners at its annual 2026 Supplier Forum in Sydney, highlighting collaboration, innovation and supply chain performance across its operations.
Researchers use urea and electricity to produce chemical used in energy systems
Manufacturing hydrazine from urea using electricity and sodium chloride could offer a potential alternative to established production methods, according to research from Adelaide University’s School of Chemical Engineering.
ABS data shows higher energy costs lift manufacturing prices
Australian manufacturing producer prices increased in the June quarter, with higher energy and fuel costs contributing to rises in both input and output prices, according to the latest Producer Price Indexes report from the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
Capral supports Tasmanian manufacturer’s shift to aluminium
Tasmanian manufacturer Kings Outdoor Living is expanding its use of aluminium as it develops locally made shade and shelter systems for schools, parks, sporting clubs, hospitality venues and homes, according to Capral Aluminium.
PhD researchers pitch manufacturing technologies in ACM CRC competition
Five doctoral students have presented their research as potential commercial ventures in what the Australian Composites Manufacturing Cooperative Research Centre (ACM CRC) described as a nation-first pitching competition.
AIBN researcher explores plastic waste as a source for hydrogen production
A researcher at the Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN) is investigating whether plastic waste and seawater could be used alongside sunlight to produce hydrogen more efficiently.
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Manufacturers should do this sooner rather than later, says precision engineer
Australian precision engineering and industrial instrumentation company CENMAC implemented ERP software when it was still a one-man operation. “I couldn’t imagine us growing to this size without MRPeasy,” says Jason Ford, Founder.
