Industry News
Fortescue announces US partnership on green hydrogen
Fortescue Future Industries (FFI) is marching on in its global investment strategy, announcing it will partner with the US National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). [ + ]
Soft robots that grip with the right amount of force
MIT researchers have created a system that lets robots effectively use grasped tools with the correct amount of force. [ + ]
New research ties to advance modern manufacturing
Australian and UK researchers and innovators have struck a new agreement to support opportunities to collaborate on modern manufacturing methods. [ + ]
MESA International announces comprehensive update to training program
MESA International has announced that its MES/MOM Methodologies Certificate of Competency has been updated to reflect today's manufacturing practices. [ + ]
Australian expertise on show at the Global Clean Energy Action Forum
Australia is on show this week, demonstrating its position as a leading source of clean energy expertise, technology and innovation at the Global Clean Energy Action Forum (GCEAF) in Pittsburgh, USA. [ + ]
Robot installations in China grew by 44% in 2021: IFR
The International Federation of Robotics (IFR) has released some preliminary results for 2021 from its upcoming annual report to be released in October. [ + ]
IoT specialist receives Australian Good Design Award
Brisbane-based company mIoT has received a Gold Award for Design Excellence for its Captis Multi IoT infrastructure monitoring device. [ + ]
New report highlights alarming lack of hydrogen training
A report by the Victorian Hydrogen Hub (VH2) at Swinburne University of Technology highlights the urgent need for hydrogen skills and training across Australia. [ + ]
Additive manufacturing drives growth for Fleet Space Technologies
Fleet Space's new 3D printing facility aids growth by bringing component manufacturing in-house and eliminating supply chain issues. [ + ]
Open IIoT Group launches Industry 4.0 and Beyond podcast
Open IIoT hopes to break through the jargon to make complex smart manufacturing concepts simple through a program of IIoT podcasts. [ + ]
Digital twins allow plants to be emulated before investing
Rockwell Automation demonstrated digital twin capabilities at its recent ROKLive automation event in Sydney. [ + ]
FFI to establish hydrogen technology hub in Colorado
Fortescue Future Industries is to establish the Colorado Technology Hub for green energy technology research and bring jobs to America. [ + ]
ABB survey reveals risk from global education gap in automation
Education professionals say robots and automation will shape the near future of employment, yet only 25% of education establishments use robots in teaching programs. [ + ]
Australia's first large-scale hydrogen plant to be built in WA
ARENA has announced it has approved funding to build one of the world's largest renewable hydrogen plants in the Pilbara. [ + ]
Endress+Hauser achieves platinum status for sustainability
Endress+Hauser has scored 76 out of a possible 100 points in the EcoVadis sustainability audit, maintaining its position from last year. [ + ]
