Manufacturer's Monthly

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Image: ABCDstock/stock.adobe.com The Federal Government and South Australian Government are working together on a multi-billion-dollar package to save Whyalla Steelworks, support local jobs and encourage more investment into Australian made iron and steel. Investing in the Steelworks future – $1.9

Supply Chain 78

Supply Chain Manufacturing Composites 78

Gary Mintchell

DECEMBER 18, 2024

His work at MIT involves researching the intersection of robotics, workforce development, and operational efficiency to ensure sustainable growth in the industrial sector. Known for his engaging social media presence and thought leadership, he bridges the gap between traditional manufacturing practices and future-forward innovations.

Robotics 130

Robotics Robotics Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 130

Gary Mintchell

MARCH 31, 2025

ODVA has launched a strategic initiative to improve research for future technologies and trends, streamline prioritization and planning, and achieve enhanced operational excellence. ODVA have generated still more newsI have some wrap up from a couple of weeks ago when I attended their meeting plus some news this morning from Hannover Messe.

Artificial Intelligence 130

Artificial Intelligence Automation Manufacturing 130

Gary Mintchell

JUNE 3, 2025

My last post considered the future of Generative AI. Sure, weve seen clueless managers mandating programmers use of AI in order to get more work out requiring fewer programmers. ” Remember that Altmans job is to project optimism and a profitable future since hes in capital-raising mode. .”

Artificial Intelligence 130

Artificial Intelligence Automation Sourcing Manufacturing 130

Robotics Business Review

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Robots and AI unload a growing range of items Truck unloading is one of the most labor-intensive, physically demanding, and highest-turnover work areas in logistics , noted Pickle Robot. Pickle applies AI and computer vision to unload a range of items. Pickle Robot Co. The Cambridge, Mass.-based Apply to speak. million kg.) million kg.)

Robotics 124

Robotics Robotics Logistics Apparel 124

Gary Mintchell

JUNE 10, 2025

Probably 90% of the press releases I have been receiving manage to work AI into the story. Senseye Predictive Maintenance utilizes AI algorithms to identify both immediate and future machine issues, which allows proactive maintenance to be performed and prevents downtime. Just read through the hype focusing only on the application.

Automation 130

Automation Manufacturing 130

Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Our future conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines and commitment to continuous naval shipbuilding will create a pipeline of high-skilled, well-paid jobs in South Australia for generations,” acting Prime Minister, Richard Marles. “By

Manufacturing 98

Manufacturing 98

Gary Mintchell

JUNE 11, 2025

With CENTUM, Yokogawa is helping its customers attain sustainability by improving energy efficiency, accelerating decarbonization, and providing a safe and secure working environment. Yokogawa Electric Corporation (TOKYO: 6841) announces the unveiling of the next-generation Release 7 concept and the launch of Release 7.01

Process control 130

Process control Benchmarking Function Automation 130

Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

billion Future Made in Australia investment package aims to secure industrial benefits and enhance the nation’s global economic standing through a transition to Net Zero. The Future Made in Australia is about driving the big transformational nation-building investments in manufacturing capability,” said Ayres. “It

Supply Chain 98

Supply Chain Manufacturing 98

Robotics Business Review

APRIL 4, 2025

Earlier this year, Boston Dynamics announced new partnerships with NVIDIA , Google Deepmind , the Toyota Research Institute , and sister company, the Robotics & AI Institute ( RAI ), to work on improving its robots. . | Source: Boston Dynamics Boston Dynamics Inc. At the time, the Waltham, Mass.-based

Robotics 143

Robotics Robotics Automotive Fit 143

Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

Agility Robotics’ Digit humanoid was in trials at GXO. Source: Agility Robotics As an early investor in Agility Robotics, now one of the world’s leading manufacturers of humanoid robots, I’ve watched as humanoids have evolved from a fascinating concept to reality over the past five years.

Robotics 124

Robotics Robotics Form Artificial Intelligence 124

AU Manufacturing

JUNE 16, 2025

Researchers at Arizona State University are working to enhance metal 3D printing processes through the development of artificial intelligence systems designed to improve the speed and reliability of producing critical components, including naval propellers. We want to control cooling so we can achieve the desired properties.”

3D printing 98

3D printing Artificial Intelligence Additive manufacturing Smart manufacturing 98

Manufacturer's Monthly

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Were investing in local businesses because their success backs jobs for hard-working Victorians 150 new jobs for the south-east is a major boost for the region, said minister for Jobs and Industry Natalie Hutchins. Victorias $33.5

Advanced manufacturing 94

Advanced manufacturing Manufacturing Assembly Line Automotive 94

Manufacturer's Monthly

JANUARY 5, 2025

NASA and the Australian Space Agency are working together to finalise plans, with the lunar rover on track for a launch later this decade. Its leveraging and building on our know-how in robotics, automation and advanced engineering to build Australias manufacturing future,” said Ed Husic, Minister for Industry and Science.

Robotics 122

Robotics Robotics Automation Advanced manufacturing 122

Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

This trial has successfully demonstrated the potential of a closed loop aluminium solution in line with the Australian Government’s Future Made in Australia policy. The scrap was remelted and cast into billets, resulting in a new product with a minimum of 20 per cent recycled content.

Value chain 98

Value chain Supply Chain Manufacturing Composites 98

Manufacturer's Monthly

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Investing in a Future Made in Australia means investing in the skills and training industry will need in the years to come.” Image: romankrykh/stock.adobe.com The Federal and NSW Governments are jointly investing more than $47 million to establish the Illawarra Heavy Industry Manufacturing Centre of Excellence at TAFE NSW Wollongong.

Manufacturing 98

Manufacturing 3D printing Advanced manufacturing Robotics 98

Manufacturer's Monthly

DECEMBER 9, 2024

This land is set to secure the space businesses need to expand and create jobs and will make it easier to work with the government and slash the time it takes to get environmental approvals. This decade-long pipeline of work is set to give businesses information on how and when land will be released enabling them to plan for the future.

Manufacturing 98

Manufacturing 98

Robotics Business Review

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

These advancements are not just technological marvels; they’re also potential solutions to global labor shortages and catalysts for a societal shift in how we work and live. Europe is a major center of robotics development and use, according to Humanoid. Source: Adobe Stock While headlines often spotlight U.S. Apply to speak.

Robotics 114

Robotics Robotics Automation Automotive 114

ATS

JANUARY 8, 2025

Work Orders are generated that define maintenance tasks needed. While this might work in a very small shop, it doesnt take many assets to make the system unwieldy. Multiple modules use this to support and facilitate the work required from the maintenance team. This is only part of what the modern CMMS does.

Function 98

Function Compliance Fit Form 98

Robotics Business Review

JANUARY 18, 2025

While chatbots, image generators, and AI-driven video tools have dazzled us, they remain confined to the flat surfaces of our screens. Now, NVIDIA is tearing down the walls of Flatland , ushering in the era of physical AI a world where artificial intelligence can perceive, understand, and interact with the three-dimensional world around us.

Robotics 122

Robotics Robotics Artificial Intelligence Sourcing 122

Robotics Business Review

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

The work being done by SDA and the Metals HUB team is pivotal in transforming the Southland into a thriving manufacturing hub once again. AI and robotics integration Digital transformation and integrating new technologies are major focuses of the Metals HUB in its work with MM&Es. Apply to speak.

Robotics 126

Robotics Robotics Manufacturing Artificial Intelligence 126

Manufacturer's Monthly

OCTOBER 29, 2024

In addition, Mars recently announced another joint initiative whereby the company is working together with Australian Gas Infrastructure Group (AGIG) to purchase Renewable Gas Guarantee of Origin certificates at Hydrogen Park Murray Valley. This solution will be for both electricity and process steam, within the next two years.

Manufacturing 105

Manufacturing Energy Solutions Value chain Fit 105

Gary Mintchell

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

If they don’t work out, he just pivots and tries something else. People wondered how it would work this year. He stated he was proud of the way the development teams have made things work together better. Blake Moret deserves credit for many reasons during his tenure as CEO of Rockwell Automation. This is not a criticism.

Automation 130

Automation Logistics Form Robotics 130

Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

.” At Humanoid, our team believes in a future where humans and machines work side by side, not in competition, but in harmony,” stated Sokolov. The strongest argument in favor of humanoids is that the world is already designed for humans, so they can seamlessly integrate and quickly adapt to existing environments.”

Robotics 120

Robotics Robotics Artificial Intelligence Prototype  120

Manufacturer's Monthly

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

In late 2020, Brett and a Resources NSW management team went on a field trip run by the Future Generation Joint Venture to learn more about the project and the site. following an ICN event in regional NSW. and Inland Rail projects. So we’ve got quite large fleets of trucks running around, he said. The Snowy 2.0 project fit the bill.

Freight 95

Freight Logistics Fit Manufacturing 95

Manufacturer's Monthly

MARCH 25, 2025

Providing his perspective on the recent Federal Budget, RSM Australia National Manufacturing Leader, Louis Quintal, believes the budget represents a continued Government focus on fostering growth and resilience within the domestic manufacturing sector through their flagship Future Made in Australia Act. Investment of $13.7 Investment of $13.7

Logistics 94

Logistics Manufacturing 94

Manufacturer's Monthly

JANUARY 28, 2025

PV researchers around the world are working to find the best material to combine with traditional silicon cells to form a tandem solar cell, which can boost efficiency compared to single junction solar cell. per cent for high bandgap kesterite solar cells, which had been enhanced with hydrogen. Passivation process Prof.

Form 95

Form Fit Manufacturing 95

Manufacturer's Monthly

DECEMBER 8, 2024

million Abbotsford facility is set to have a collaborative environment for engineers and technologists working in areas such as systems engineering, secure communications, autonomy, artificial intelligence and digitally-enabled asset management.

Artificial Intelligence 99

Artificial Intelligence Supply Chain Manufacturing 99

Manufacturer's Monthly

APRIL 13, 2025

Image: FotoArtist/stock.adobe.com The Tonsley Technical College is nearing completion as the facility takes shape in tandem with Flinders Universitys Factory of the Future. This means they get real, hands-on experience with the technologies theyll use every day in their future career, said Blair Boyer.

Advanced manufacturing 84

Advanced manufacturing Electronics Automotive Sourcing 84

Gary Mintchell

JANUARY 17, 2025

While competitors seem to be either retrenching or maintaining the status quo, Siemens used a large presence at the CES show in Las Vegas to promote its invigorated presence. This ambition is at the heart of Siemens’ presence at CES 2025, the world’s most influential tech event.

Automation 130

Automation Value chain Manufacturing Process manufacturing 130

Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

As part of our 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future, we are growing the State’s advanced manufacturing industry through strategic investments like the $450,000 Advanced Manufacturing Productivity Grant program,” said Rockliff. “As

Manufacturing 97

Manufacturing Advanced manufacturing 97

Manufacturer's Monthly

DECEMBER 15, 2024

Association Comment Honi Walker, CEO SEMMA SEMMA has been working with a range of education and training organisations to ensure that manufacturing is at the table for important discussions on skills. The Alliance has also been leading new supply chain opportunities for manufacturers in defence, infrastructure and the new renewables sector.

Manufacturing 98

Manufacturing Supply Chain 98

Robotics Business Review

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The IEEE Humanoid Study Group is a yearlong project aimed at evaluating all of the current robotic safety standards, determining which (if any) cover humanoids, and identifying the gaps for future SDOs to begin the process of creating new, applicable standards. A team led by the NLJIC released industry standards for China’s humanoids.

Artificial Intelligence 118

Artificial Intelligence Robotics Robotics Sourcing 118