Industry News
Caterpillar claims 'world’s largest' number of autonomous trucks
Industrial vehicles manufacturer Caterpillar claims it now has the largest number of autonomous trucks in operation in the world. [ + ]
Registrations open for Australian Manufacturing Week 2022
AMTIL has announced that registrations are open for the Australian Manufacturing Week exhibition in Sydney. [ + ]
Festo releases extended robotic systems design software
Festo has unveiled an extended version of its robotic systems design software, saying it enables the design of Cartesian robots "in minutes". [ + ]
China aims for global leadership in robotics
The government wants to make China a global leader for robot technology and industrial advancement, according to the IFR. [ + ]
European Chips Act to ensure EU semiconductor supply
The Act calls to quadruple Europe's production capacity by 2030 and lays out measures to avoid future supply chain disruptions. [ + ]
Top 5 robot trends for 2022: report
Robots with new features are capturing new areas, according to the IFR. [ + ]
RIOS to bring AI-based robotics and automation to Australia
US company receives Australian financing to help develop smart factories powered by robotics and AI, and to open business in Australia. [ + ]
Rise in malicious activity from threat groups in 2021: report
Report identifies threat groups that have gained access to industrial control systems in 2021. [ + ]
igus receives UL approval for halogen-free TPE cables
Industrial cable manufacturer igus has announced that it is the world's first cable manufacturer to receive UL AWM certification for halogen-free TPE cables. [ + ]
CSIRO's SWIRLFOW technology hits 25-year operating milestone
Industrial mixing technology SWIRLFLOW, developed in partnership with Queensland Alumina Limited, is celebrating 25 years of operations in alumina processing. [ + ]
Rio Tinto and Tas Govt to partner on Bell Bay sustainability
An MOU has been signed to investigate how the aluminium smelter can help support the development of new industries and more renewable energy supply. [ + ]
Australian engineering job vacancies hit 10-year high
The latest Australian Engineering Employment Vacancies Report from Engineers Australia shows demand for engineers has surged to a 10-year high. [ + ]
Australian mining companies optimistic about the year ahead: report
Mining leaders are investing heavily in technology and innovation to reach sustainability, growth and productivity goals. [ + ]
47,000 cobots per annum in warehouses by 2026: report
ABI Research's latest white paper highlights 38 technology predictions for 2022 and beyond. [ + ]
KUKA says new robot palletises faster than ever
The second generation of the KR QUANTEC PA palletising robot features a significant reduction in cycle times, according to the company. [ + ]
