Autonomous aircraft fly to the forefront
07 March, 2011
Research underway at the University of Newcastle could someday improve the capabilities of autonomous aircraft, including their potential use in hazardous situations.
Rockwell Automation names new leaders for its two operating segments
07 March, 2011 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation Australia
Rockwell Automation has elected two new corporate executives who will lead the company’s Control Products and Solutions (CP&S) and the Architecture and Software (A&S) segments.
International asset management conference
01 March, 2011
The Asset Management Council together with the Global Forum on Asset Management and Maintenance (GFMAM) will host the 15th international ICOMS Asset Management Conference in May 2011.
Second Taiwan HQ for Advantech
22 February, 2011 | Supplied by: Advantech Australia Pty Ltd
Advantech has acquired an area in an industrial park in Taiwan to establish its second R&D and manufacturing headquarters.
Surge in demand for Profibus training
15 February, 2011 | Supplied by: Pentair Valves & Controls
The Profibus Association of Australia (PAA) has responded proactively to an expected spike in demand for certified Profibus training by scheduling a new series of courses in May and November 2011 to be conducted by leading international Profibus trainer Andy Verwer.
SEW-Eurodrive introduces drive training for 2011
11 February, 2011 | Supplied by: SEW-Eurodrive Pty Ltd
SEW-Eurodrive has released an updated 2011 calendar for its nationwide motor and drive technology training program, known as DriveAcademy.
Rockwell appoints new sustainability manager
10 February, 2011 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation Australia
Rockwell Automation has appointed Michael Loke to the position of Industry Manager, Sustainability.
Industrial Video and Control acquires Longwatch Technology
08 February, 2011 | Supplied by: Telvent Australia Pty Ltd
Industrial Video and Control (IVC), a supplier of cameras and video systems for industrial, military and commercial applications, has announced the acquisition of Longwatch, a developer of video management software for industrial automation and process control applications.
Insects inspire a first in nanosensor technology
02 February, 2011 | Supplied by: RMIT University
RMIT University researchers have become the first to fabricate batches of nanoscale sensors on the tips of optical fibres.
Turck now offering direct sales
17 January, 2011 | Supplied by: Turck Australia Pty Ltd
Turck Australia has announced a direct sales structure for Australia.
ABB to acquire Baldor
01 December, 2010 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty Ltd
ABB and Baldor Electric Company have agreed that ABB will acquire Baldor in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately US$4.2 billion, including $1.1 billion of net debt.
Belden to acquire GarrettCom and Thomas & Betts communications products
29 November, 2010 | Supplied by: Belden Australia Pty Ltd
Belden expands its networking and RF hardware range.
Turck to distribute Bihl+Wiedemann
24 November, 2010 | Supplied by: Turck Australia Pty Ltd
Turck Australia has announced it will serve as the authorised distributor of Bihl+Wiedemann interface products in Australia.
Alcoa's Bill Knight awarded Mine Manager of the Year
22 November, 2010
Alcoa of Australia's Bill Knight has taken out top honours at the 7th Annual Australian Mining Prospect Awards in Sydney. The awards aim to encourage, recognise and reward excellence in the Australian mining industry. Knight won Mine Manager of the Year which awards a mine manager or general manager who has led a team to improve productivity, safety, environmental standards and/or reached notable milestones.
ABB invests in wind technology company
22 November, 2010 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty Ltd
ABB has made a strategic investment in wind sensing technology company Pentalum Technologies.
