Industry News
METS $6m funding round opens
METS Ignited has opened up a new matched funding round for compoanies in the METS sector. [ + ]
Researchers develop water-based battery
Stanford University has reported that its scientists have developed a water-based manganese-hydrogen battery that could meet future grid energy storage requirements. [ + ]
Australian space agency has potential to grow economy and research
It is predicted that the space industry could be worth more than $3.5 trillion within three decades. [ + ]
Politicians' short memories? Frydenberg announces fuel security review
On 7 May, Josh Frydenberg announced a liquid fuel security review. Is this a groundhog day moment? [ + ]
SA Water proves smarts stop leaks
SA Water has proven the role of advanced smart technology in managing an underground water network, to proactively identify potential leaks and breaks. [ + ]
Researchers print electronics directly on the skin
The University of Minnesota has developed a method of 3D printing onto human skin for medical applications and advanced biological sensors. [ + ]
Honeywell introduces intelligent wearables for field workers
A new hands-free, wearable technology allows industrial workers to more safely, reliably and efficiently accomplish their tasks in the plant or the field. [ + ]
Innovative pipeline monitoring system under development
The system will provide one of the world's first intelligent pipeline monitoring and repair sensing solutions. [ + ]
ABB, HPE and Rittal unveil turnkey data centre for industrial plants
The micromodular data centre, purpose-built for rough environments, helps turn data into action in real time. [ + ]
Cobots to be explained at National Manufacturing Week
Universal Robots will demonstrate easily integrated and affordable collaborative robots at NMW. [ + ]
Study reveals 10% profit improvement potential for oil and gas
Oil and gas operators can improve their profitability by up to 10% by adopting advanced automation technologies and methods, according to Emerson. [ + ]
Bühler and Microsoft partner to increase availability of safe food
Digital alliance to use AI, intelligent cloud and IoT solutions — as well as blockchain technology — to help eliminate contaminated grains. [ + ]
Chile exchange program for METS companies
An exchange program for Australian mining equipment, technology and services companies to build direct relationships with industry in Chile has been opened. [ + ]
Chemicals company selects Aspen PM software to improve reliability
Swedish polyethylene production site implements a digital prescriptive maintenance system. [ + ]
ABB and The Economist launch Automation Readiness Index
The report on global readiness for robotics, automation and artificial intelligence ranks Australia in the top 10. [ + ]