Tag: Manufacturing

A new manufacturing-focused partnership between the University of Canberra and OMRON Automation and Robotics Oceania aims to strengthen Australia’s capabilities in robotics, artificial intelligence (AI) and digital manufacturing, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to formalise collaboration on workforce development and industrial innovation.

A growing compliance issue highlighted in Australia’s manufacturing sector has broader implications for safety and regulation across multiple industries, according to Weld Australia, which has linked recent concerns about non-compliant e-bikes to what it describes as a wider “tick-and-flick” culture affecting manufacturing, construction and infrastructure.

The NSW Government announced an additional $225 million investment aimed at expanding low-carbon manufacturing across the state, supporting local production, attracting private investment and creating skilled jobs.

Global manufacturing production reached a near five-year high in May as clients purchased goods earlier to protect themselves against price increases and supply chain disruptions.

Global building materials manufacturer Mapei has commenced construction on a new $60 million manufacturing facility in Truganina, Melbourne, in a move the company says will significantly expand its Australian production capacity and strengthen its role in supporting major infrastructure projects.

Australia’s manufacturing and distribution sectors are being forced to rethink warehouse design and capacity planning as industrial land near major cities tightens, according to automation provider Dematic.

Manufacturing-focused testing of titanium fasteners produced by IperionX Limited has shown performance exceeding high-strength Grade 8 steel benchmarks, according to independent programs conducted by the US Army and third-party laboratories.

Victoria's manufacturing sector is set to receive a boost through an expansion of research, development and production capabilities at Rinnai Australia's facility, according to the Victorian Government.

EngineAI has launched a new intelligent manufacturing base in Shenzhen and announced that the first batch of its T800 humanoid robots has rolled off the production line, marking the start of mass deliveries and an expansion of its manufacturing capabilities.

Manufacturing and packaging machinery supplier Packserv has announced a new distribution agreement with SIAT, expanding its manufacturing and end-of-line automation offering in Australia.