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Researchers use 3D printing to develop electronics-free robotic gripper

A team of roboticists from the University of California, San Diego, recently announced a collaboration with researchers from the BASF corporation to create a device that can pick up, hold, and release objects as it comes off the 3D printer.

Koton Kraft elevates customised direct-to-textile printing with Epson ML-8000

Koton Kraft, a company renowned for its printed homewares tailored for Australian small businesses and artists, has acquired the Epson Monna Lisa ML-8000 direct-to-fabric printer. 

Navigating the digital transformation slowdown among industrial manufacturers

Australian manufacturers are facing growing pressures amid new global trade policies and their reliance on US demand. Concerns are rising over increased foreign competition and higher import costs, which could negatively impact overall GDP and industrial activity in Australia and New Zealand.

RMIT scientists develop recyclable mobile phone batteries using sound waves

Engineers from RMIT University are experimenting with the use of high-frequency sound waves and the nanomaterial MXene that could potentially triple the lifespan of cell phone batteries.

Conflux Technology to manufacture heat exchangers for Italian Dallara

Conflux Technology, an Australian manufacturer of metal additive manufacturing (AM) heat exchangers is working with Dallara Automobili in Italy to produce additive-made heat exchangers. Dallara...

$4.45 million to be invested into developing advanced manufacturing skills and technology in the...

Media Release by Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre (AMGC) Territory-based manufacturers will soon gain access to a multi-million-dollar advanced manufacturing facility. The facility will house robotic...

Apple advances manufacturing with large-scale 3D-printed titanium components for Apple Watch

Apple says it has reached a major manufacturing milestone, announcing that all Apple Watch Ultra 3 and titanium Apple Watch Series 11 cases produced this year are made using 3D-printed enclosures created from 100 per cent recycled aerospace-grade titanium powder. 

Nupress, SPEE3D bring cold-spray tech to more Australian manufacturers

Nupress, a leading manufacturer of precision machined components, is providing local manufacturers with access to WarpSEE3D printers in a unique subscription model from SPEE3D. 

Titomic signs teaming deal with REPKON USA to advance defence manufacturing capabilities

Titomic Limited has announced the signing of a teaming agreement with REPKON USA, replacing a previously agreed joint venture arrangement in Turkey and establishing a new framework in the United States. 

The rise of automation in metal AM post-processing — transforming the industry with precision...

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.
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Xometry CEO Sanjeev Singh Sahni on how AI and digital networks are reshaping manufacturing supply chains

Australian manufacturers have long competed against distance. In an exclusive interview with Australian Manufacturing, Xometry CEO Sanjeev Singh Sahni discusses how AI can help manufacturers access more production capacity and simplify traditionally email-driven supply chains.