GE and Noble Corporation to partner on digital rig solution
28 March, 2017GE and Noble Corporation plc have jointly announced a partnership to collaborate on the Digital Rig solution, enabling data-driven operational efficiency by using data analytics, with the target of a 20% reduction in operational expenditure across Noble's rigs.
Rockwell Automation to showcase digital technologies and IIoT at Hannover Messe 2017
28 March, 2017 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation AustraliaRockwell will showcase technologies and solutions within the Microsoft, Cisco, Endress+Hauser and ODVA booths.
Honeywell introduces cloud-based operator training
27 March, 2017 | Supplied by: Honeywell Process SolutionsHoneywell Process Solutions (HPS) has announced a connected-learning solution based on its UniSim Competency Suite platform.
Trump's plan to close chemical safety agency creating safety concerns
27 March, 2017US chemistry groups have joined industry in rising opposition to President Trump's plans to eliminate the Chemical Safety Board.
The role of hydrogen in the changing energy mix
24 March, 2017 | Supplied by: Siemens LtdAfter a successful three-city roadshow in Melbourne, Sydney and Adelaide, Siemens is bringing its website 'The role of hydrogen in the changing energy mix' to audiences nationwide.
ISA spurs debate about Australian innovation in 2030
24 March, 2017Innovation and Science Australia (ISA) has today released the 2030 Strategic Plan Issues Paper to drive the national conversation around the future of Australian innovation, science and research.
Siemens Australia announces Colterlec as distribution partner in automation
17 March, 2017 | Supplied by: Siemens LtdSiemens Australia has strengthened its distribution partnership with Colterlec to include an automation portfolio and associated products. The agreement will extend Siemens' footprint in suburban and regional locations and allows customers better access to its automation technologies.
Metso embarks on Digital Program to accelerate business growth
17 March, 2017 | Supplied by: Metso Australia LimitedMetso has set up its Digital Program to accelerate the company to a new level in digital capabilities, required to succeed in the future of minerals processing and flow control.
ISA chairman highlights six key challenges for Australian innovation
17 March, 2017Bill Ferris AC, chair of Innovation and Science Australia (ISA), has argued that bold action is needed to harness Australia's innovation potential in facing up to the risks and seizing the opportunities presented by the forces of globalisation, technological disruption and demographic trends that will shape Australia's economy and society over the medium term.
Catalyst for efficient drug and chemical production
16 March, 2017 | Supplied by: CSIRO Head OfficeA team of CSIRO scientists has made a breakthrough that could result in faster and cheaper production for the pharmaceutical, food and bulk chemistry industries.
ACCC concerned that gas shortages are likely to make manufacturing impossible
14 March, 2017The chairman of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission, Rod Sims, has said that domestic gas prices are "making it extremely difficult, if not impossible" for some manufacturers to continue operating.
ABB invests in Enbala Power Networks
13 March, 2017 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdNext-generation software solutions will enhance ABB Ability by giving grid operators control over the growing number of distributed energy resources.
Training essential for corrosion management
10 March, 2017 | Supplied by: Australasian Corrosion AssociationAs part of its ongoing professional development training program, the Australasian Corrosion Association (ACA) presents a range of technical seminars and training courses teaching effective and efficient management of corrosion.
Royal New Zealand Navy leads in adopting unmanned automation technology at sea
10 March, 2017 | Supplied by: Siemens LtdThe Royal New Zealand Navy has become the first navy to achieve unmanned space and operations on a warship.
Scaling up: how SMEs can grow into larger food manufacturing facilities
10 March, 2017 by Peter Taitoko* | Supplied by: RMR Process Pty LtdFor small- and mid-sized food manufacturers, one of the biggest challenges is how to start scaling up operations. Today there is an endless amount of information available but interpreting this and making the best choices for your business is not simple.
