Smart strategies that will help Australian manufacturers succeed in 2026
If they’re to remain competitive long term, businesses must be forward thinking, efficient, and interpret the data they need to make better decisions.
The most common logistics mistakes made by Australian manufacturers, and how they can correct...
There are some common logistics mistakes which cause headaches for many Australian manufacturers, with potential to hamper company reputation and business growth.
The 5 trends that will shape the scale of AI in 2026
Artificial intelligence has entered a new phase of maturity. After years of experimentation, AI is now being deployed at scale, moving beyond centralised systems and into enterprise environments and edge infrastructure.
Inkjet: The industrial technology transforming manufacturing
Inkjet has quietly become one of the most versatile tools in modern manufacturing. What started as a technology for print is now being used across automotive, electronics, energy, mining, agriculture and advanced manufacturing.
Miniaturisation in Medtech: Mechanical factors that influence product success
Medical devices are becoming smaller, lighter and more portable. From handheld diagnostic tools to wearable infusion pumps and compact surgical instruments, reduced size is now a defining feature of many new Medtech products.
Beyond compliance: Workforce management as a driver of competitiveness
The manufacturing and distribution sectors continue to encounter rising fuel prices, skills shortages and ongoing supply chain volatility. In such a demanding environment, operational visibility and agility are essential for profitability.
Australian manufacturing: A sector in transition
Article by Paul Robson, CEO of MYOB
Discussions regarding the performance of the Australian manufacturing sector have been reignited lately. With many facing cost pressures,...
Keeping hydrogen systems steady: How bearings influence the safety of hydrogen systems
Hydrogen projects are expanding across transport, energy and industrial processing, with global demand projected to rise through to 2030 according to The International Energy Agency (IEA).
How Australian manufacturers can reduce the risk of becoming a cyber statistic in 2026
Now is the time to strengthen your defences against bad actors seeking to disrupt and defraud.
To compete globally, Australia must rethink the foundations of industrial automation
Australia’s manufacturing sector is at a pivotal moment. Competitive pressure, sustainability expectations, energy costs, and a new wave of digital tools are converging, exposing the limits of the automation approaches that have defined industrial production for decades.
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APS Industrial expands regional footprint with Control Technologies acquisition
APS Industrial (APS) is expanding its regional presence through the acquisition of Albury-based Control Technologies, a move the industrial products supplier said will strengthen its local service capability and support further investment in warehousing, stockholding and technical support.
