New global Low Carbon Ratings system launched for cement and concrete products
The Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) has launched what it claims as the world’s first Low Carbon Ratings (LCR) system for cement and concrete, a new tool designed to help customers assess the carbon footprints of construction materials.
Australia backs $271M additive manufacturing initiative to boost industry
A $271 million initiative to establish the Additive Manufacturing Cooperative Research Centre (AMCRC) is poised to reshape Australia’s manufacturing sector and strengthen the nation’s competitiveness in sustainable and advanced production technologies.
Top five export mistakes and how to avoid them
Selling overseas can be an excellent way for Australian businesses to boost revenue and profits but there are pitfalls aplenty for the unprepared.
Navigating the complexities of total manufacturing cost
In the current state of manufacturing, rising labour costs, energy process, and ongoing supply chain issues have identified the need for sharper cost control.
Collie’s transition to new industries powering ahead with major project milestones
Collie’s transformation into a hub for future industries continues to gain momentum, with several milestone developments positioning the Western Australian town at the forefront of the state’s industrial transition.
JCU and Lockheed Martin partner to test bendable ceramic
Engineers at James Cook University have developed a 3D-printed bendable ceramic material, capable of withstanding extreme flexing, which will now be tested in collaboration with Lockheed Martin to potentially revolutionize aerospace vehicle design.
Local manufacturing in focus as Aussies turn away from imports – study
A new report commissioned by Australian Made Campaign Ltd (AMCL) has revealed a strong consumer preference for Australian-made products, with 73 per cent of Australians willing to purchase more locally made goods to reduce reliance on imports.
Three new CRCs secure $158M in gov’t funding, CRA urges program expansion
The Australian Government has announced a $158 million investment into innovation through the creation of three new Cooperative Research Centres (CRCs), a move welcomed by Cooperative Research Australia (CRA), the peak body representing the nation’s CRCs.
Recycling boosted in Moreton Bay with new public collection points
An outdoor recycling initiative aimed at reducing litter and promoting sustainability has expanded to the City of Moreton Bay, Queensland’s third-largest local government area, with the installation of around 70 Container Exchange Points across the region.
New semiconductor alloy from QUT converts body heat to power wearables
Researchers from the Queensland University of Technology (QUT) have discovered a new material that could advance the development of wearable electronics by improving flexible thermoelectric semiconductors.
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