Industry News
C&P2017 to showcase corrosion prevention advances
To be held from 12–15 November 2017 in Sydney, the focus of the ACA's annual conference and trade exhibition will be the safe and effective management of the continuing challenge posed by corrosion. [ + ]
Health, safety and wellness in focus at SAFETYconnect this month
The SAFETYconnect conference and exhibition is to be held at Rosehill Gardens in Sydney this month. Over 400 professionals have already signed up to attend this world-class conference and expo. [ + ]
Honeywell completes acquisition of Nextnine
The addition of Nextnine strengthens Honeywell's industrial cybersecurity capabilities. [ + ]
Aussie robot wins Amazon Robotics Challenge
The Australian Centre for Robotic Vision (ACRV), headquartered at QUT, has grabbed the US$80,000 first prize at the 2017 Amazon Robotics Challenge in Japan. [ + ]
Emerson to modernise controls at San Francisco's largest wastewater plant
The contract is part of a multibillion-dollar investment to upgrade the city's ageing sewer infrastructure. [ + ]
Rockwell Automation TechED to return to Melbourne in August
With a variety of training settings, including hands-on labs, technical sessions and discussion forums, Rockwell Automation TechED will provide a venue for attendees to learn about the latest techniques and technologies to maximise their manufacturing and production operations. [ + ]
Metso's contribution to safety recognised by Codelco and Anglo American
Metso has received recognition for promoting safety at the worksites of Codelco and Anglo American in Chile, after improving the safety of operations at both sites by developing and implementing innovative safety enhancements. [ + ]
Becoming a digital age business proves to be a steep learning curve
After 12 months, PROFIBUS Australia revisits the Automation Innovation Summit and observes industry's response. [ + ]
Siemens invests $5 million in Rockhampton Service Centre
The largest gearbox load test rig in the country has been unveiled. [ + ]
Advantech B+B SmartWorx partners with Reekoh on IIoT edge solutions
Advantech B+B SmartWorx has announced a partnership and signed an MoU with Reekoh to provide complementary market-leading capabilities focused on integration and interoperability for the Internet of Things. [ + ]
LogiCamms announces collaboration with Dassault Systèmes
LogiCamms has signed a memorandum of understanding with Dassault Systèmes to jointly pursue technical and business opportunities in the natural resources, energy and utilities, and life sciences industries. [ + ]
Search on for clean technology energy resources projects
NERA (National Energy Resources Australia) has launched its campaign to find the country's best demonstration projects on clean technology solutions that integrate with and improve efficiency and competitiveness for the energy resources sector. [ + ]
Siemens launches Digitalize 2017 to advance Australia's digital future
To be held on 30 August in Sydney, the full-day conference will showcase the real-world applications of digitalisation in energy, infrastructure, industry and the workforce. [ + ]
NERA seeking expressions of interest for Gastech 2018
National Energy Resources Australia (NERA) is seeking expressions of interest from Australian industry in relation to providing a key international platform, such as a country pavilion, at the next Gastech Exhibition & Conference in 2018. [ + ]
ABB motor sets world record in energy efficiency
ABB has achieved almost 100% energy efficiency with its latest synchronous motor. [ + ]