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AI researchers harness the power of IoT to prevent manufacturing failures

Tapping into the potential of IoT, two Turkish researchers have devised a “predictive maintenance system” that could prevent production downtimes from happening – and...

Coles opens Australia’s first automated distribution centre in Queensland

Supermarket giant Coles has opened its first Australian Automated Distribution Centre (ADC) – the largest of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere as part of a $1 billion effort to strengthen its supply chain.

Schneider Electric unveils new Alliance System Integrators Energize program in ANZ

Schneider Electric has launched a new program to encourage system integrators (SIs) in Australia and New Zealand to become industrial technology and sustainability experts. 

Adelaide University collaboration advances manufacturing of next-gen nuclear batteries

An additive manufacturing research project led in collaboration with Adelaide University is seeking to advance the manufacturing of next-generation power systems for space and defence applications, as researchers and industry partners work to transition a nuclear battery prototype toward pre-commercial manufacture.

Hullbot raises $16M to expand robotic hull-cleaning ops globally

Australian ocean robotics company Hullbot has secured $16 million in Series A funding to advance its mission of improving the environmental performance and efficiency of global shipping through autonomous underwater robots.

New ARC research hub to revolutionise biopharmaceutical manufacturing

Australian Research Council (ARC) Acting Chief Executive Officer Dr Richard Johnson has officially launched a new hub at the University of Melbourne to help bolster the Australian biopharmaceutical sector using digitisation and artificial intelligence (AI) in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

APS Industrial brings Siemens’ next-gen PLC to Aussie manufacturers

As the manufacturing industry advances towards greater automation and digitalisation, companies are seeking smarter and more efficient control solutions to enhance their operations. 

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. 

Australia’s Quantum Brilliance joins forces with Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Australia-founded quantum computing company Quantum Brilliance (QB) announced a strategic collaboration with Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) to jointly develop a platform that integrates quantum computing with high-performance computing (HPC). 

Australia and UK join forces in advancing quantum technology

The Australian Government has signed a Joint Statement with the United Kingdom aimed at advancing their efforts in the domain of quantum technology.
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Automotive canopy and tray manufacturer manages 6,000 SKUs with self-implemented ERP

Australian automotive accessories manufacturer Trig Point self-implemented an ERP system in just three months and gained control over its unwieldy component inventory, product customizations, and production processes. “We wouldn’t be able to manage that without a system like this,” says Chris Wasylkiw, Production Engineer.