Automation

The manufacturing world is facing increased challenges like labour shortages, material costs, transportation delays and low stocks, due to the current crisis. To add to that, is the emphasis on raising energy efficiency and lowering the carbon footprint, centring on climate solutions that simplify complex cooling needs through automation and connectivity.  

Global software and technology leader Emerson and Toyota Australia have collaborated to transform part of Toyota Australia’s operations into a commercial-grade hydrogen production, storage and refueling plant.

Digi-Key Electronics has launched “Revolutionising Automation,” a new video series that explores cutting-edge automation and control technologies. 

In order to meet market requirements and take advantage of the opportunities offered by digitalisation, machines and systems in manufacturing environments should be automated to an ever increasing extent. Anyone who develops, produces and installs machines for manufacturing, such as the food industry, will need to forward-think automation concepts that help keep manufacturing costs under … Continue reading Automate valve controls for uncomplicated and cost-optimised processes →

Symphony Technology Group (STG), a private equity partner to data, software, and analytics companies, has launched Trellix, a new business that will deliver extended detection and response (XDR) to protect organisations focused on using machine learning and automation to accelerate technology innovation. 

The Ford Ranger has been retrofitted with automated driving capabilities to become the world’s first driverless Smart Ute. The vehicle has entered the next trial phase on Dubbo streets in NSW. 

In order to meet market requirements and take advantage of the opportunities offered by digitalisation, machines and systems in manufacturing environments should be automated to an ever increasing extent. Anyone who develops, produces and installs machines for manufacturing, such as the food industry, will need to forward-think automation concepts that help keep manufacturing costs under … Continue reading Automated valve controls for uncomplicated and cost-optimised processes →

The Institute of Instrumentation, Control and Automation Aust Inc (IICA) is an open arena for members to build their network and knowledge. In emerging from lockdown, IICA NSW is hosting their Technology Expo at Rosehill Racecourse on Wednesday 17 November from 2:00pm to 6:30pm, as a face-to-face event. 

Bürkert supports customers with optimally coordinated, compact solutions that fit into existing structures offering flexibility – after all, you have to think about tomorrow today and also consider future innovation in the context of digitisation. Discover just how easy it is to combine our wide range of components and integrate valve islands, control cabinets and … Continue reading Automate your plant close to the process: Flexibility with compact solutions →

Over 60 per cent of Australia’s manufacturing jobs will potentially be impacted by automation technologies over the next 15 years, according to a new report from the professional association for Australia’s technology sector, the ACS. Thirty per cent of existing manufacturing jobs will be totally automated and 33 per cent of jobs in the sector … Continue reading Automation set to transform employment landscape by 2034 →

Metso and Outotec are on the verge of combining into a minerals processing powerhouse. Ben Creagh explores what this, along with Metso’s vision for autonomous mineral processing, means for mining. Metso is gearing up for a transformational year in 2020 as the company moves through the final stages of combining with Outotec. In July last … Continue reading Autonomous processing emerges as Metso joins forces with Outotec →

Swiss-based measurement and automation technology specialist Endress+Hauser Group underwent significant growth in 2019, increasing its increased its net sales by almost eight percent and creating 400 new jobs worldwide. Matthias Altendorf, CEO of the Endress+Hauser Group, said the company has grown across all fields of activity, industries and regions, with strong impetus from Asia. Europe, … Continue reading Endress+Hauser continues growth trajectory →

Over the last two years, APS Industrial has been the master distributor of Siemens industrial low-voltage electrical and automation products in Australia. PACE speaks with Justin Farrell from Siemens and Simon Kearney from APS Industrial to discuss the recent trends in industrial automation technology. Coming under the broad umbrella of “Industry 4.0”, recent trends in … Continue reading Getting the edge in industrial automation →

The federal government has announced it will provide $3.6 million to trial the expansion of a one-year Diploma in Applied Technologies across six universities next year. Developed by Swinburne University of Technology and Siemens, the diploma will be expanded through University of Western Australia, University of Tasmania, University of South Australia, University of Technology Sydney, … Continue reading Government funds training in advanced manufacturing technologies →

The Western Australian government has announced the introduction of the first TAFE course in remote operations in Australia. Starting at South Metropolitan TAFE (SMTAFE) Munster campus in 2020, the nationally recognised Certificate IV in Autonomous Control and Remote Operations was developed through the Resource Industry Collaboration, a partnership between the McGowan Government, SMTAFE and Rio … Continue reading Western Australia to offer remote mining operations TAFE qualification →

The Australian Space Agency has signed a Statement of Strategic Intent and Cooperation with US-based company Maxar Technologies at the 70th International Astronautical Congress (IAC) in Washington DC. Maxar is a global provider of advanced space-based technology solutions, with significant global expertise in Earth observation and robotics and automation. The company delivers integrated capabilities in … Continue reading Australian Space Agency signs agreement with US company Maxar Technologies →

Schneider Electric has announced Mauro DelleMonache as the company’s industry automation vice president for the Pacific region. DelleMonache replaces Neil Smith, who has been promoted to the role of SVP process automation in Schneider Electric’s Asia Pacific business. DelleMonache brings over 20 years’ experience working with various industries, and from small, medium to corporate enterprises … Continue reading New Schneider Electric regional industry automation vice president announced →

In November, at the BrauBeviale 2019 trade fair in Nuremberg, Endress+Hauser will be presenting automation concepts and intelligent, self-monitoring measurement technologies that help make production processes safer and more efficient. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn how they can carry out precise measurements or satisfy process and system requirements in the age of Industry … Continue reading Endress+Hauser to highlight process automation at BrauBeviale 2019 →

While some may have the image of a dream job set in their heads and take steps towards pursuing that vision, for others, careers can be a journey of discovery. PACE talks to Rockwell Automation’s Jasmin Perry about her career in process control. Following the paths that open up along their twists and unexpected turns … Continue reading Discovering your own strengths in industry →

Collaborative robot manufacturer Universal Robots has announced the launch of its largest robot to date, the UR16e, which features a 16 kg payload capability – almost double the previous maximum. The UR16e combines the high payload with a reach of 900 mm and pose repeatability of +/- 0.05 mm making it ideal for automating tasks … Continue reading Universal Robots launches its largest robot yet →