Industry News
Manufacturing slowed in July: Australian PMI
AiGroup has announced that its Australian PMI index dropped by 1.5 points to 52.5 in July, indicating a weaker rate of expansion. [ + ]
Meat processing plants to trial AI and remote solutions using 5G
A 5G technology trial for the Australian meat processing industry will enable smart verification technologies and compliance monitoring. [ + ]
Significant Australian hydrogen technology research progressing well
Sparc Hydrogen says it is on track to meet key project milestones in the development of the catalytic production of hydrogen. [ + ]
Rockwell Automation and University of Melbourne announce collaboration
Rockwell Automation and The University of Melbourne have announced they are collaborating to help Australian industry reach decarbonisation goals. [ + ]
Charging up crucial component for local battery industry
The Future Battery Industries Cooperative Research Centre has launched a cathode precursor plant in WA to help develop local battery technology. [ + ]
Yokogawa establishes separate digital transformation business
Yokogawa Digital Corporation was established to support digital transformation in manufacturing. [ + ]
Modern Manufacturing Expo adds Smart Manufacturing conference
The Modern Manufacturing Expo in Sydney promises to be a collaboration hub that kickstarts real-life implementation. [ + ]
BHP signs MOU for nickel supply with Ford Motor Company
BHP has announced that it has entered into an MOU for nickel supply to Ford Motor Company from its Nickel West asset in Western Australia. [ + ]
Fieldbus associations collaborate on test plan for TSN
A single common conformance test plan is to be developed for the IEC/IEEE 60802 TSN Profile for Industrial Automation. [ + ]
Swisslog and ATLC announce logistics automation event
Swisslog Australia and ATLC are hosting an “Afternoon of Automation” to discuss key trends in the automation industry and how they will affect companies in Australasia. [ + ]
Engineers Australia launches micro-credentials to boost engineering skills
Australia is in the grip of an engineering skills shortage. A new series of micro-credentials promises to help existing talent fill the gaps. [ + ]
Dragos and Emerson expand global cybersecurity agreement
Dragos extends ICS/OT cybersecurity to Emerson's DeltaV DCS to protect process industries. [ + ]
New program to assist migrant engineers
Overseas-qualified engineers who are struggling to find work in Australia will benefit from a free online program offered by La Trobe University. [ + ]
Australia/US energy partnership to strengthen research collaboration
A new agreement between Australia and the US will see greater international research collaboration in the areas of renewable energy, electricity grids, hydrogen and plastic waste. [ + ]
Siemens cloud-based PLM software now available in ANZ
Siemens brings Teamcenter X cloud-based PLM to Australia and New Zealand, making PLM software available to more companies. [ + ]
