Schneider Electric to deliver integrated electrical solution for Roy Hill Project
16 May, 2014 | Supplied by: Schneider ElectricSamsung C&T has selected Schneider Electric to deliver 12 switch rooms and supply electrical distribution equipment for the Roy Hill Project in the Pilbara region. The project is a 55 million tonne per annum iron ore mining, rail and port project.
3D-printing aerial robot prototype developed
14 May, 2014British scientists have developed a prototype 3D-printing micro aerial vehicle (MAV) inspired by swiftlets, tiny birds that build their nests using their own saliva.
Pilz appoints new business development manager
13 May, 2014 | Supplied by: Pilz Australia Industrial Automation LPPilz Australia has announced the appointment of Ian Yeong as its new business development manager. Yeong joined the company in March after eight years with Schneider Electric and three years with Omron.
Schenck Process names new CEO
12 May, 2014 | Supplied by: Schenck Process Australia Pty LtdSchenck Process has named Andreas Evertz as its new CEO, effective as of 5 May 2014. Evertz will lead the company in conjunction with Managing Directors Mike Petkovich and Wolfgang Kleinschmidt.
Is 'underground coal gasification' the new fracking?
07 May, 2014 by Mohammad RasulRecent news that a gas project in Queensland has been charged with environmental harm has put the spotlight on underground coal gasification, or UCG.
Honeywell technology selected for major Asian natural gas pipeline
07 May, 2014 | Supplied by: Honeywell Process SolutionsAutomation and safety technology from Honeywell Process Solutions has been selected for the third phase of a pipeline project supplying natural gas from central Asia to China, the company has announced.
Australia's future in advanced manufacturing
06 May, 2014 by Lauren Davis | Supplied by: Siemens LtdThe Committee for Economic Development of Australia (CEDA) last week presented a panel which discussed the future of manufacturing in Australia. Lauren Davis reports.
The revolution is coming: time to get on the journey to Industry 4.0
06 May, 2014 by Jeff Connolly, Chairman and CEO, Siemens Australia and New Zealand | Supplied by: Siemens LtdManufacturing has a long history in Australia and is a vital part of our economy. However, we have seen a downturn in the manufacturing sector over recent years and we need to address this urgently. But why do we care and what can be done about it?
Reducing brown coal emissions with direct injection carbon engine
29 April, 2014A direct injection carbon engine (DICE) developed by CSIRO could reduce emissions from brown-coal-generated electricity by as much as 50% compared to current technology. CSIRO will trial DICE in the Latrobe Valley.
Industrial automation beyond 2014: Rockwell Automation discusses the challenges and opportunities
29 April, 2014 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation AustraliaThe challenging mining and manufacturing landscape in Australia is seeing companies adapt to changing needs through automation of their systems. David Hegarty and Mauro DelleMonache of Rockwell Automation discuss their company's view of the situation.
F-35 purchases a boost for Aust high-tech manufacturers
28 April, 2014The government's decision to purchase more F-35 joint strike fighters is a boost for Australia's high-tech manufacturing industry, aerospace manufacturer Marand says.
Fluid Components International celebrates 50 years of business
22 April, 2014 | Supplied by: AMS Instrumentation & Calibration Pty LtdFluid Components International (FCI) is celebrating 50 years in business. Established in 1964, FCI is a technology innovator and global leader in flow, level and temperature measurement.
Microalgae could be used to clean up nuclear effluent
22 April, 2014The microalga, Coccomyxa actinabiotis, was discovered in a used fuel cell storage pool at a nuclear facility and is capable of withstanding extreme radiation doses of up to 20 kilograys (kGy).
Harnessing the power of a tornado in a tank
21 April, 2014 by Adam Courtenay, CSIRO | Supplied by: CSIRO - Manufacturing, Materials and MineralsA simple mixing technology developed using world-class science proves the best option for the mineral processing industry. Adam Courtenay investigates how the technology is saving the industry time and money.
Weidmüller announces plans to acquire R. STAHL shares
16 April, 2014 | Supplied by: Weidmuller Pty LtdWeidmüller has issued a public takeover offer for all shares of R. STAHL. The company has offered €47.50 for each share.
