Across the continually evolving manufacturing landscape, the integration of automation solutions continues to move quickly. For metal Additive Manufacturing (AM) processes the same is true. However, the post processing of metal parts, which is critical for successful outcomes, has been largely overlooked causing serious bottlenecks in the process chain — until now.

Australia's national science agency CSIRO and Swinburne University of Technology have entered into a new partnership to advance global decarbonisation through research and development in green steel and mineral processing.

The European Space Agency (ESA) has launched the first metal 3D printer to the International Space Station (ISS).

Judo Bank's Australia Manufacturing Purchasing Manager’s Index (PMI) for January indicated a stabilisation in the country's manufacturing sector conditions at the beginning of 2024.

The Queensland Government is injecting $1.9 million into 28 businesses spanning from the Gold Coast to Cairns in a bid to foster growth and development across the Sunshine State,

The Australian government has announced $200 million in grant funding that aims to help Australian steel manufacturers be globally competitive and secure the future of the local steelmaking industry. 

Australian technology company Hazer Group announced the initiation of its Commercial Demonstration Plant (CDP) and the groundbreaking achievement of the first production of hydrogen and graphite.

The $15 billion National Reconstruction Fund, Australia’s flagship manufacturing initiative, is moving forward with the appointment of Ivan Power as its inaugural CEO.

GME, an Australian-owned communication technology manufacturer, has launched the new XRS-660 Handheld UHF CB Radio, designed to help Australians stay in touch even in mobile phone black spot areas. 

Australia’s premier 4WD aluminium tray and canopy manufacturer Norweld has introduced its groundbreaking Elite tray, culminating a $750,000 investment in research and development.