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Mitsubishi Electric Australia seeks to help system integrators get their businesses off the ground with its new System Integrator program, which it unveiled at the recent Modern Manufacturing Expo in Sydney. 

As the Australian manufacturing sector faces the challenges and transformations that come with rapid globalisation, the role of digital technology within the industry has never been more critical. 

The 2023 Australian Manufacturing Competition recently crowned its champions, with Verbotics, an industrial robotics software company, taking home the top honour in the advanced manufacturing category.

Tamworth is set to gain a state-of-the-art Organics Recycling Facility (ORF) that aims to meet the region’s community and agricultural needs while aligning with New South Wales’ mandate to recycle organic material by 2030.

Wheelchair-using employees must be able to manoeuvre around the manufacturing workspace without difficulty and be safe from hazards including stairwells, narrow entrances, and inadequate restrooms. Making modifications to increase access can make a significant impact on how a disabled employee performs and feels at work.

Sustainability has become a significant driving force in the global food supply chain as the demand for alternative products increasingly pressures manufacturers and distributors into abandoning single-use non-biodegradable plastic packaging.

As the Australian manufacturing sector faces the challenges and transformations that come with rapid globalisation, the role of digital technology within the industry has never been more critical. 

Manufacturing companies worldwide are increasingly gearing up for a significant transformation with environmental sustainability at the centre. This comes amid stronger environmental regulations, a shift in consumer behaviour, and the industrial sector delves deeper into Industry 4.0. 

Australians’ perception of local manufacturing is growing steadily through the years as the critical industry becomes a vital factor in the country’s economy and the nation’s efforts to achieve environmental goals. 

In 2020, Kyocera AVX, a US-based global manufacturer of advanced electronic components, spearheaded a plan to globalise all the systems across its manufacturing facilities located around the globe.