Flying robots inspired by nature
27 May, 2014Researchers are looking to nature when designing the next generation of flying robots. Research teams have developed solutions to common problems faced by drones by studying the mechanisms adopted by bats, birds, insects and snakes.
New use for liquid crystal
26 May, 2014Researchers have developed an entirely new class of substance that can be used as a lubricant: liquid crystalline fluid. Although it is a liquid, its molecules display directional properties like crystals do.
Spill containment equipment on display at Safety in Action Perth
26 May, 2014Enware Australia will showcase its range of portable spill containment equipment, emergency showers and eyewash technology at Safety in Action Perth.
New fuel-efficient mobile crushing plant arrives in Australia
26 May, 2014Tutt Bryant Equipment, exclusive Australian dealer of Metso's Lokotrack mobile screening and crushing equipment, has launched the latest addition to the Lokotrack range.
Reflux Classifier creator wins Clunies Ross Award
26 May, 2014Professor Kevin Galvin has received the 2014 Clunies Ross Award from the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE). The University of Newcastle professor is the creator of the Reflux Classifier.
EPA imposes mandatory audit on Qenos plant after 12 incidents in three years
21 May, 2014Polyethylene and polymer manufacturer Qenos will be subject to a mandatory audit after multiple environmental incidents at its Matraville site over the last three years, the NSW EPA has announced.
IICA technical nights to be held in Newcastle and Sydney
20 May, 2014 | Supplied by: IICA (Institute of Instrumentation, Control and Automation)The IICA is hosting technical nights in Newcastle and Sydney in June. Mark Elrick, NSW Manager, Consultant - Automation Systems with Integrated Automation, will deliver a presentation at the technical nights entitled 'There shall be no internet on a site I lead'.
Safety in Action returns to Perth in June
20 May, 2014Safety in Action will return to Perth on 11 and 12 June 2014. The free event will see more than 100 of the safety sector's top influencers showcase their solutions, services and insights into the WA market.
Food-safe lubricants on display at foodpro 2014
20 May, 2014 | Supplied by: Fuchs LubricantsFuchs will showcase its range of food-grade lubricants at foodpro in June. Australia's largest food manufacturing event, foodpro will be held in Melbourne for the first time in the event's history.
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.
