Articles
Quality monitoring in milk processing — Part 2
In Part 1 the monitoring of milk delivery and storage, and the minimisation of product loss were discussed. In this article: food safety and shelf life maximisation through heat treatment. [ + ]
From mass production to mass customisation
The Factory of the Future is not just better than the factory of the past — it's different. Using digitalisation and connectivity, the new factory will mass-produce individualised products. [ + ]
7 common cable management mistakes
When laying cables and hoses in cable carriers and e-chains, there are a number of common mistakes that are unwittingly made that can have an adverse effect on efficiency and reliability. [ + ]
Efficient automotive production with RFID technology
Production of the Audi A8 in Neckarsulm utilises continuous wireless identification. [ + ]
New events to feature at AOG 2018
The annual Australasian Oil & Gas Exhibition & Conference will showcase the oil and gas industry over three days with Australia's leading exhibition, a free conference program and industry networking opportunities. [ + ]
Quality monitoring in milk processing — Part 1
In modern dairy production, accurate and fast control of each step of the process requires appropriate instrumentation for measuring flow, mass, temperature and pressure. [ + ]
Realising Smart Industry goals
Response times are faster when implementing predictive models in embedded systems, as data does not have to be transmitted over a network and back, and they are deterministic, running on a real-time system. [ + ]
Pressure relief device monitoring: How to detect releases, leaking and fugitive emissions — Part 1
This article outlines how to comply with environmental regulations and detect PRD malfunctions while minimising costs and cutting operating expenses. [ + ]
Top engineering and technology trends for 2018: you need to STEEM forward vigorously
We need to encourage everyone from the time they enter school to think as entrepreneurs, with a strong focus on creativity and business outcomes. [ + ]
Linear guide systems: when to use plastic linear bearings or recirculating ball systems
Choosing between ball bearing guides and plain linear bearings depends greatly on the application requirements of accuracy, speed and working environment. [ + ]
2018 CEO Insights: David Duncan
David Duncan, Managing Director of SICK in Australia and New Zealand, discusses the challlenges presented by the drive to Industry 4.0, and the ways in which sensor vendors must respond to them. [ + ]
Is there a standard for smart manufacturing?
Waiting for smart manufacturing standards to develop before implementing the Industrial Internet of Things into your operations may not be the most productive choice. [ + ]
2018 CEO Insights: Warwick Bardsley
Warwick Bardsley of Endress+Hauser Australia reflects on the need for Australian manufacturing businesses to be more internationally focused. [ + ]
How manufacturers can respond to the changing landscape and increasing costs
Australian manufacturers face significant challenges in the years to come and need to consider leveraging the latest technologies to increase efficiency, reduce costs and bring new products to market faster and more successfully. [ + ]
2018 CEO Insights: Russell Palmer
Russell Palmer of Yokogawa Australia and New Zealand discusses the fast-changing process automation world, and the benefits of providing a supportive environment for young talent to prosper. [ + ]
