Monash research warns of mental health impact from growing cobot use
The increasing use of collaborative robots (cobots) in Australian workplaces may pose significant psychosocial risks to workers, according to a new study by Monash University Business School.
Nano Dimension set to acquire Desktop Metal following stockholder approval
Stockholders of Desktop Metal, Inc have approved a merger agreement allowing the company to be acquired by Nano Dimension Ltd, marking a major milestone in the transaction.Â
New tool steel from Sandvik revolutionises high-temperature manufacturing
Sandvik, a global leader in metal powder technologies, announced the launch of Osprey HWTS 50, an advanced hot-work tool steel powder designed for laser-based Additive Manufacturing (AM).Â
New partnership targets real-time identification of minerals and chemicals in critical sectors
The University of Adelaide and Loughan Technology Group have signed a research project agreement to commercialise Novel Fluorescence technology, aimed at improving the real-time detection of hazardous materials, minerals, and chemicals.Â
Hazer sets stage for commercial expansion with 362 hours of continuous CDP ops
Hazer Group has achieved a key milestone at its Commercial Demonstration Plant (CDP), completing over 360 hours of continuous operation and demonstrating improvements in methane conversion.
New carbon material by Archer boosts quantum device manufacturing potential
Archer Materials, a semiconductor company focused on advancing quantum technology and medical diagnostics, has announced a breakthrough in developing a highly manufacturable carbon film with significant quantum properties, including long room-temperature electron spin lifetimes.Â
Titomic expands in Australia with first D623 cold spray sale to resource sector
Australian metal additive manufacturing company Titomic announced the sale of its D623 cold spray system to United Industrial Solutions for AUD 174,000.Â
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.Â
Nano Dimension expands additive manufacturing portfolio with Markforged acquisition
Nano Dimension and Markforged Holding Corporation have entered into a definitive agreement under which Nano Dimension will acquire all outstanding shares of Markforged in an all-cash transaction valued at $5.00 per share.Â
Hanwha selects Advanced Navigation in $8.7M deal for GNSS-degraded navigation
Advanced Navigation, a global leader in assured positioning, navigation, and timing (APNT) technologies, has finalised a deal worth AUD $8.7 million with Hanwha Defence Australia (HDA).Â
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Responding to manufacturing demand and performance signals
Australian manufacturers are navigating a challenging environment. Just as output had returned to growth, higher fuel and freight costs, rising input prices and global supply chain disruption renewed pressure on margins and cash flow.
