Industry News
European Chips Act to ensure EU semiconductor supply
The Act calls to quadruple Europe's production capacity by 2030 and lays out measures to avoid future supply chain disruptions. [ + ]
Rise in malicious activity from threat groups in 2021: report
Report identifies threat groups that have gained access to industrial control systems in 2021. [ + ]
RIOS to bring AI-based robotics and automation to Australia
US company receives Australian financing to help develop smart factories powered by robotics and AI, and to open business in Australia. [ + ]
igus receives UL approval for halogen-free TPE cables
Industrial cable manufacturer igus has announced that it is the world's first cable manufacturer to receive UL AWM certification for halogen-free TPE cables. [ + ]
CSIRO's SWIRLFOW technology hits 25-year operating milestone
Industrial mixing technology SWIRLFLOW, developed in partnership with Queensland Alumina Limited, is celebrating 25 years of operations in alumina processing. [ + ]
Australian engineering job vacancies hit 10-year high
The latest Australian Engineering Employment Vacancies Report from Engineers Australia shows demand for engineers has surged to a 10-year high. [ + ]
Rio Tinto and Tas Govt to partner on Bell Bay sustainability
An MOU has been signed to investigate how the aluminium smelter can help support the development of new industries and more renewable energy supply. [ + ]
47,000 cobots per annum in warehouses by 2026: report
ABI Research's latest white paper highlights 38 technology predictions for 2022 and beyond. [ + ]
KUKA says new robot palletises faster than ever
The second generation of the KR QUANTEC PA palletising robot features a significant reduction in cycle times, according to the company. [ + ]
NSW Government announces expanded university collaboration
The NSW Government has announced that it has signed five-year Innovation Partnerships with a further 10 NSW public universities. [ + ]
IICA to hold Technology Expo in Wollongong
The IICA (Institute of Instrumentation, Control and Automation) has announced it is holding a Technology Expo in Wollongong on 30 March. [ + ]
Australian mining companies optimistic about the year ahead: report
Mining leaders are investing heavily in technology and innovation to reach sustainability, growth and productivity goals. [ + ]
Commitment to clean energy is crucial in lead-up to federal election
The Clean Energy Council is urging Australia's political leaders to commit to meeting the country's domestic electricity demand with clean energy by 2030. [ + ]
Custom Denning to manufacture electric buses for NSW
Departing from the transport procurement policies of recent years, the NSW Government has announced it will purchase locally manufactured electric buses. [ + ]
Emerson releases edge solutions for advanced IIoT applications
Ready-to-deploy solutions help OEMs and end users rapidly configure and implement advanced edge computing, visualisation and IIoT technology. [ + ]
