Manufacturing innovation turns carpet and plastics into recyclable flooring
Global flooring manufacturer Milliken has launched Renasci, a new resilient flooring product designed to turn carpet and soft plastic waste into recyclable flooring planks, in a move the company says could reshape the industry’s approach to waste and manufacturing.
Australian solar manufacturer Tindo releases next-generation Walara panels
Adelaide-based solar manufacturer Tindo has launched a new generation of Australian-made solar panels, including the reintroduction of all-black panels designed for rooftops.
NSW drives national plan to remanufacture and recycle solar panels
New South Wales has taken the lead in advancing a national approach to solar panel reuse and recycling, following an agreement between Commonwealth, state and territory governments to progress work on a product stewardship scheme.
Hydrogen vehicle service training begins under Victorian Government program
Australia’s first accredited training program to service hydrogen vehicles has commenced in Victoria, supported by the state government through its Skills Solutions Partnerships program.
Australia posts record quarter for electric vehicle sales
Australia has recorded its strongest quarter yet for electric vehicle (EV) sales, with the Electric Vehicle Council (EVC) warning that policy certainty will be crucial to maintaining momentum in the shift to cleaner transport.
SA defence manufacturing secures $80M export boost
South Australia’s defence manufacturing sector has secured a major boost, with Kongsberg Defence Australia landing two export deals worth a combined $80 million.
Manufacturing focus as La Trobe launches national biosensor research hub
La Trobe University has launched a new Australian Research Council (ARC) Research Hub aimed at accelerating the nation’s molecular biosensors sector, with an emphasis on boosting advanced manufacturing capabilities and bridging the gap between research and industry.
Beyond the factory floor: Why workforce visibility is the missing link in manufacturing productivity
Australia's productivity has been a subject of concern across many industries in recent years. This slowdown is influencing government policy considerations aimed at boosting productivity growth.
ARENA backs $9M charging tech trial to cut mining emissions
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has awarded a $9 million grant to BluVein to trial a first-of-its-kind dynamic charging technology aimed at reducing emissions in Australia’s mining sector.
Major recycling projects to turn plastic waste into valuable manufacturing materials
More than 17,000 tonnes of hard-to-recycle plastics, including soft plastic packaging, will be diverted from landfill each year in regional New South Wales under two new recycling projects backed by the Australian and New South Wales governments in partnership with industry.
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How a small pet food manufacturer supports a 5x increase in production capacity
For Advanced Pet Care of Australia, scaling into one of Australia’s top pet food manufacturers required more than new production capacity – it required better systems.
