Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Image: moodboard/stock.adobe.com Supply Queensland, a groundbreaking online platform developed by Manufacturing Skills Queensland (MSQ) and powered by BenchOn, is set to revolutionise Queensland’s manufacturing industry.

Supply Chain 105

Supply Chain Manufacturing Sourcing 105

Design World

MAY 13, 2025

In addition to presentations and technical sessions, several dozen companies have announced new technologies at this years Automate Show.

Automation 130

Automation 130

Manufacturer's Monthly

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Image: The Cheroke/stock.adobe.com Babcock has officially launched a new International Engineering and Technology Hub in Melbourne as part of increased research and development efforts across global defence markets. The post Babcock launches new defence R&D hub in Melbourne appeared first on Manufacturers' Monthly.

Artificial Intelligence 102

Artificial Intelligence Supply Chain Manufacturing 102

Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Image: FiledIMAGE/stock.adobe.com One year since its release, The South Australian Defence Industry Workforce and Skills Report and Action Plan has seen more than 80 per cent of the Australian and South Australian Government-funded workforce development initiatives are now underway.

Manufacturing 97

Manufacturing 97

Manufacturer's Monthly

DECEMBER 31, 2024

It allows businesses to innovate their products and processes, more efficiently deploy their workforces, and compete more effectively in local and global markets. New Ai Group research shows there is considerable optimism among business leaders, but more work to be done to fix workforce and regulatory gaps.

Artificial Intelligence 97

Artificial Intelligence Automation Manufacturing 97

Manufacturer's Monthly

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Creating 500 jobs during construction – Moderna’s Australia operations will create 140 highly-skilled direct jobs and up to 500 jobs will be supported across advanced medical manufacturing , R&D, supply chains and the broader workforce.

Supply Chain 119

Supply Chain Manufacturing 119

Manufacturer's Monthly

APRIL 27, 2025

Additive manufacturing offers significant advantages, boosting productivity, reducing waste and accelerating product development. Over the next seven years, the AMCRC will tackle some significant challenges hampering the advancement of 3D printing, so that processes can be optimised, new materials developed, and the workforce upskilled.

3D printing 98

3D printing Additive manufacturing Pharmaceutical Supply Chain 98

Manufacturer's Monthly

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The centre is set to accelerate the development of a Higher Apprenticeship model focused on the advanced skills required for net zero manufacturing. This will enable access to jobs in the Hunter-Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone, and delivering the skilled workforce required to support the renewable energy sector. “We

Manufacturing 98

Manufacturing Advanced manufacturing 98

Manufacturer's Monthly

APRIL 14, 2025

Image: Komatsu Komatsu Training Academy (KTA) is in response to skills shortages that continue to affect productivity across manufacturing and heavy industry, with many businesses shifting from reactive to proactive workforce development. Ready to see the results for yourself? or call 1300 566 287.

Compliance 78

Compliance Advanced manufacturing Manufacturing 78

Automation Mag

MARCH 31, 2025

The Ontario government has announced a $150 million investment from Siemens to establish a Global AI Manufacturing Technologies Research and Development (R&D) Center for Battery Production at its Oakville headquarters. Were thrilled to welcome this latest investment by Siemens, along with the up to 90 jobs it will create here in Ontario.

Artificial Intelligence 64

Artificial Intelligence Supply Chain Manufacturing 64

Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Visiting Central Regional TAFE’s Kalgoorlie campus today, Training and Workforce Development minister Simone McGurk said the new facilities opened in March will lead directly to highly skilled workers for the Goldfields region.

Automotive 97

Automotive Manufacturing 97

Gary Mintchell

MARCH 4, 2025

AI Assistants comprise the new entry ticket for software developers. These assistants based upon generative AI are becoming an essential ingredient to user interface as a new generation of operators and engineers enter the workforce. Im glad to see Honeywell joining the trend.

Automation 130

Automation Manufacturing 130

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. Bernd Raithel (Director, Factory Automation, Siemens) Bernd Raithel leads the development of advanced automation solutions that drive efficiency and Industry 4.0

Robotics 130

Robotics Robotics Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 130

Gary Mintchell

OCTOBER 28, 2024

In line with industry developments, Nokia MXIE on-premises edge solution, part of Nokia’s private wireless offering, supports ecosystem neutrality enabling the deployment of applications to help support growing diverse Industry 4.0 use case needs.

Industry 4.0 130

Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 Compliance Manufacturing 130

Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

“The winners this year embody the pursuit of cutting-edge, sustainable solutions that enhance project outcomes while reducing risks, alongside initiatives that broaden and deepen the skilled workforce within the welding sector.” ACCIONA won the 2024 Victoria Project of the Year Award for PPG’s Plant C manufacturing facility.

Manufacturing 105

Manufacturing 105

Manufacturer's Monthly

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The companys emphasis on quality, innovation, and workforce development not only strengthens its market position but also supports the broader objectives of the NSW Government to create jobs and invigorate local industries. Commitment to local manufacturing One of GMEs core values is maintaining Australian manufacturing.

Manufacturing 84

Manufacturing Supply Chain Electronics Lean manufacturing 84

Manufacturer's Monthly

JANUARY 28, 2025

The Tasmanian Defence Industry Strategy 2029 will target the development and promotion of capability, securing defence market opportunities and enhancing defence related R&D and innovation.

Manufacturing 98

Manufacturing 98

Manufacturer's Monthly

JANUARY 6, 2025

This investment will create 100 highly skilled jobs in South Australia including engineers, software and hardware developers, and data networking and satellite communications professionals and supercharge sectors like mining and agriculture across the country.

Manufacturing 98

Manufacturing Advanced manufacturing 98

Design World

JUNE 24, 2024

At the 2024 Digital Transformation Forum in Boston, Design World sat down with Deloitte’s Asi Klein, managing director of industrial products and construction, and Matthew Fox, senior manager, to discuss trends in workforce development. What are the major workforce trends you’re seeing in manufacturing?…

Manufacturing 147

Manufacturing 147

Automation Mag

MAY 1, 2025

May 1, 2025, Ottawa Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters (CME) released their Keep Calm and Keep Training annual workforce report for the second year, drawing from the input of over 100 manufacturers, educators and regional workforce stakeholders.

Advanced manufacturing 59

Advanced manufacturing Manufacturing 59

Dinesh Mishra

JANUARY 22, 2025

3) With digitalization reshaping manufacturing, what new skills are essential for todays workforce, and how is the industry addressing the skills gap? In the era of digital manufacturing, coding, CAD/CAM, and data analytics have become essential skills for todays workforce.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Lean manufacturing Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 52

Mold Making Technology

DECEMBER 1, 2024

. “Fast forward to today, and the challenges remain, exacerbated by the aftereffects of the COVID-19 pandemic,”says Jeannine Kunz, Chief Workforce Development Officer at SME. The pandemic didn't just disrupt supply chains; it fundamentally reshaped the workforce landscape. “We have 1.7 Source | U.S.

Manufacturing 52

Manufacturing Sourcing Supply Chain Additive manufacturing 52

Robotics Business Review

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Well, we are alive and wellbusily developing humanoid robots and embedding advanced AI chips into flying drones , self-driving vehicles, and other autonomous systems. For example, they are developing hardware platforms so that students can learn the basics of upper-body versus lower-body dynamics. About the author Albert Hu , Ph.D.,

Robotics 128

Robotics Robotics Artificial Intelligence Sourcing 128

Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

“The winners this year embody the pursuit of cutting-edge, sustainable solutions that enhance project outcomes while reducing risks, alongside initiatives that broaden and deepen the skilled workforce within the welding sector.” He has also started mentoring newer apprentices, helping them integrate into the workforce.

Manufacturing 97

Manufacturing Automotive Advanced manufacturing 97

Manufacturer's Monthly

APRIL 27, 2025

SMART CRCs integrated research streams will enhance adoption of technologies while ensuring Australia has the skilled workforce needed for the regenerative therapy manufacturing ecosystem, said UQ vice-chancellor professor Deborah Terry Ac. billion in economic value and 1500 skilled jobs.

Supply Chain 80

Supply Chain Manufacturing 80

Manufacturer's Monthly

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

We want more South Australians training in the areas our economy needs and todays data confirms we are successfully building the workforce pipeline we need in areas like early childhood, building and construction, and defence, said Minister for Education, Blair Boyer. Architecture and building (6.6 Education (16.7 per cent since 2023.

Manufacturing 78

Manufacturing 78

Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Foster a security-first culture by: Cultivating Cybersecurity Awareness Providing ongoing employee training Clearly communicating security policies Addressing the cybersecurity workforce shortage Anticipating Potential Attacks Consider timing (e.g.,

Manufacturing 98

Manufacturing Automation 98

Robotics Business Review

APRIL 21, 2025

billion to develop Port Alpha a shipyard that it claimed will produce hundreds of uncrewed vessels annually and create thousands of new jobs. Saronic said the acquisition provides it with the infrastructure and skilled workforce needed to develop, rapidly iterate, and scale production of Saronics MUSVs today and into the future.

Prototype  72

Prototype  Robotics Robotics Sourcing 72

iBASEt

DECEMBER 17, 2024

” 2 While generalized platforms may seem appealing, the specialized demands of A&D manufacturing strongly favor a best-of-breed MES explicitly developed for this sector. Bridging Workforce Challenges As the A&D workforce evolves, the loss of institutional knowledge from retiring workers poses a significant risk.

Aerospace 94

Aerospace Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Compliance Manufacturing 94

Manufacturer's Monthly

APRIL 23, 2025

Today, seven years on, the company sits at the leading edge of VTOL development in Australia with signed civil and military orders for the aircraft and a roadmap to deliveries in 2027. We have both an engineering workforce and a technician workforce. This is where the concept of Vertiia was born.

Aerospace 72

Aerospace Freight Function Cargo 72

Robotics Business Review

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Europe is a major center of robotics development and use, according to Humanoid. and Asian companies in the humanoid robotics race, a silent revolution is brewing in the tech hubs of Europe, where cutting-edge startups are making remarkable strides in developing human-like robots. Europe has a diverse and innovative robotics sector.

Robotics 115

Robotics Robotics Automation Automotive 115

Manufacturer's Monthly

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

The grants come as a highly educated, well trained industrial workforce with skills, spanning a wide range of specialisations, is critical to the successful delivery of the capabilities needed by the Australian Defence Force to keep Australians safe.

Manufacturing 59

Manufacturing 59

Robotics Business Review

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

said its mission is to develop commercially scalable, safe, and general-purpose humanoid robots. “This societal shift will address social issues such as workforce shortages and aging population while giving people more freedom to focus on more creative and meaningful work. Also last week, humanoid developer Apptronik Inc.

Robotics 120

Robotics Robotics Artificial Intelligence Prototype  120

Manufacturer's Monthly

MAY 7, 2025

Image: AMTIL Day two of AMW 2025 placed a spotlight on resilience, innovation, and workforce, with thought leaders and researchers presenting strategies to build a stronger Australian manufacturing sector. “We were in a such a, uncertain, complex and ambiguous world.

Additive manufacturing 59

Additive manufacturing Electronics Supply Chain Prototype  59

Manufacturer's Monthly

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Around 50 extra jobs were created during the build, which was in addition to the regular 200 plus workforce and the already significant contribution the site makes to the local economy. Retro-fitting the scrubber to an existing and operating prill tower which stands at around 52 metres high has been technically challenging.

Fit 98

Fit Manufacturing 98

Robotics Business Review

MARCH 7, 2025

The new facility, expected to open in Q4 2026, will add 50 new skilled jobs, increasing ABBs Selmer workforce by more than 25%. When the new facility opens in Q2 2026, the 200 new jobs will increase the workforce in the Senatobia facility to more than 1,000. ABB plans to double the footprint of its facility in Senatobia, Miss.

Robotics 99

Robotics Robotics Advanced manufacturing Sourcing 99

CMTC Manufacturing Tech

JANUARY 16, 2025

Actionable Steps : Develop a Strategic Plan : Formulate a concrete, step-by-step plan that includes objectives for efficiency, technology integration, and workforce development. Identify Future Leaders : Develop a process for recognizing high-potential employees and invest in them through training and mentorship programs.

Six Sigma 86

Six Sigma Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Supply Chain Bottleneck 86