Into the thick of it: Australia’s much-needed strategy to ease cost of living pressures
The importance of having a resilient supply chain has been heavily emphasised as skyrocketing costs of essential items are showing no signs of slowing down in Australia and across the globe.
Industry leaders highlight importance of gender diversity in manufacturing
The manufacturing sector has long been a male-dominated industry, but recent efforts to increase gender diversity are paving the way for a more inclusive future.
The crucial role of workforce management in continuous shift manufacturing environments
There are a multitude of challenges currently facing the manufacturing sector in Australia, not least managing an ageing skilled workforce operating on a 24/7 shift basis.
Management controls highlights top trends and predictions for heavy asset industry
The heavy asset industry has proven resilient to economic, social, and environmental challenges it has faced over centuries of operation.
In today’s environment of heightened technical advancement and greater-than-ever focus on employee wellbeing and productivity, Management Controls President Ken Naughton has identified several industry-leading trends that will impact decision-making through 2023 and into 2024.
Motion control systems driving innovation in additive manufacturing
Additive manufacturing is disrupting the manufacturing paradigm by fundamentally altering the traditional subtractive process of material removal.
Setting new standards with new Rittal AE Compact Enclosures
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In the fast-paced world of industrial operations, reliable and efficient enclosure solutions are crucial. To meet these critical requirements, APS...
Sandvik Coromant to champion ‘Manufacturing Wellness’ at AMW 2025
Sandvik Coromant is set to spotlight a new approach to productivity and sustainability at Australian Manufacturing Week 2025, positioning itself not just as a tooling provider but as a strategic partner driving innovation and operational wellness across the manufacturing sector.
Hardware as a service: A new paradigm for service contracts
Across the ever-evolving landscape of technology and business, Hardware as a Service (HaaS) is proving to be a transformative concept. The world at large has become familiar and comfortable with software delivered as a service commodity via subscription model both for professional organisations and individuals.
COVID shield: spray coating to shield surfaces from viruses, bacteria
Media release by The University of Sydney
A first-of-its-kind sprayable coating that can prevent the surface spread of infection from bacteria and viruses - including...
Evermil and Leussink pave way for Illawarra wheelchair-bound worker with autonomous 3D equipment
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.