Manufacturing Tech Australia

Swisslog AMRs, ECI ERP strategies, and Zebra RFID for smarter warehouse operations: CeMAT 2024 Part 2 floor coverage.  Recorded live at CeMAT 2024, Shane speaks with three industry leaders showcasing the latest in warehouse automation and supply chain technology. We cover:  Sean Ledbury from Swisslog on their autonomous mobile robots and high-bay storage solutions for scalable warehouse operations...

Three Australian businesses innovating in the EV space — from right-hand drive conversions to purpose-built towbars and world-class solar racing.  Recorded live at the 2024 Electric SUV Expo, Shane speaks with three pioneering Aussie EV innovators who are solving the problems the big brands haven't addressed. We cover:  Alan Brady from AusEV on the engineering challenge of converting the Ford...

Automation trends, AI in warehousing, and cyber risks in supply chain: live from CeMAT 2024 Day 3 Knowledge Theatre.  Recorded live from the CeMAT 2024 Knowledge Theatre, Shane hosts a panel of three warehouse automation experts covering the current state and near future of robotics and AI in supply chain operations. Featuring:  Sean Hewitt from Tompkins Robotics on current automation trends and t...

ShelfBot, voice picking, VR integration, and smart conveyor systems — CeMAT 2024 Part 1 floor coverage from Melbourne.  Recorded live at CeMAT 2024 in Melbourne, Shane covers the latest in logistics and supply chain automation technology. We hear from:  - Rob O'Dea from ShelfBot on the design and functionality of their simple, efficient warehouse automation system  - Michelle from Farag on inn...

Generative AI, automation, and IT/OT convergence are reshaping supply chain operations across Asia Pacific — here's what the experts are seeing.  Recorded live from the CeMAT 2024 Knowledge Theatre, Shane hosts a panel of three supply chain and intralogistics experts. Featuring:  - Peter Jones, Founder of ProLogical, on optimising supply chain operations and the critical role of data accuracy ...

Rising material and labour costs are eroding manufacturing margins. Matthew Smith shares the cost management strategies that actually work.  In this episode, Matthew Smith, cost accountant with global manufacturing experience, walks through the practical strategies manufacturers can use to protect margins in an inflationary environment. We cover:  - Proven cost management frameworks for manufactur...

Engineering talent is ageing out and increasingly hard to replace. Here's how Australian manufacturers and educators are responding.  In this episode, an experienced manufacturing industry leader shares insights on the talent shortage challenge facing the engineering sector — and the initiatives, technologies, and mindset shifts that can reverse it. We cover:  - How engineering roles and expec...

Engaging manufacturers early in product design unlocks cost efficiencies and innovation that most product developers leave on the table.  In this episode, Sergei and Christian from Outerspace Design share real-world examples of how design-for-manufacture thinking leads to better, more commercially successful products. We cover:  - Why bringing manufacturers into the design process early is the sin...

Digital twins improve energy efficiency, streamline processes, and preserve operational knowledge — here's how to implement them in manufacturing.  In this episode, Stephen Witherden, Digital Innovation Lead at BECA, shares real-world applications of digital twin technology in manufacturing — and practical advice on where to start. We cover:  - What a digital twin actually is in a manufacturin...

Robotics is filling workforce gaps across Australian industries — from agriculture to aged care and manufacturing. Nicci Rossouw maps the opportunity.  In this episode, Nicci Rossouw, CEO of Robotics Australia Group, shares how robotics technology is transforming operations across a wider range of Australian industries than most manufacturers realise. We cover:  - How robotics is addressing workfo...

 manufacturing cyberattack cost one company months of downtime and significant losses. Robert Morrow shows how SMEs can defend themselves affordably.  In this episode, Robert Morrow, Head of Cybersecurity at Zynet, breaks down the specific cybersecurity risks facing Australian manufacturers — and why SMEs can no longer afford to treat it as someone else's problem. We cover:  - A real-world cas...

Autonomous tractors, IoT sensors, AI livestock monitoring, and drone crop management: live from FutureAg 2024.  Shane tours FutureAg 2024, exploring the latest AgTech innovations being adopted across Australian agriculture and farming operations. We cover:  - Robust controllers and displays engineered for harsh Australian farming environments  - Autonomous tractors and precision agriculture soluti...

What if you started product design with the recycled material, not the end spec? Jack Fitzgerald explains how this thinking unlocks sustainable manufacturing innovation.  In this episode, ⁠Jack Fitzgerald⁠ , CTO at Think Fencing, shares his 'reverse blueprint' framework for product development — an approach that starts with understanding what recycled materials can do, rather than trying t...

Sustainable packaging, digital printing, product traceability, and SICK's Industry 4.0 tools — live from APPEX 2024 Part 2.  Recorded live at APPEX 2024, Shane showcases six innovators reshaping the processing and packaging landscape. We cover:  Signet on sustainable packaging solutions that balance operational efficiency with environmental responsibility  Foodmac on integrated production line...

ABB cobots, Matthews Australasia's iDSNet no-code platform, and Insignia's labelling automation: APPEX 2024 Part 1 floor coverage.  Recorded live at APPEX 2024, Shane speaks with three innovators showcasing how automation and digital tools are transforming manufacturing and packaging. We cover:  - Peter Bradbury from ABB Robotics on the evolving roles of industrial robots and cobots on the...

Eco-friendly automation is cutting energy consumption and boosting efficiency for Australian manufacturers — ⁠Mike Banda⁠ from ⁠Beckhoff⁠ explains how.  In this episode, Mike Banda, Technical Sales Manager at Beckhoff Automation, shares how manufacturers are integrating sustainable automation technologies to reduce energy use and improve operational efficiency without sacrificing performance. We c...

Asia Pacific supply chains are under pressure from economic disruption — Stephanie Krishnan from IDC explains how TMS and strategic agility help manufacturers respond.  In this episode, ⁠Stephanie Krishnan⁠ , Associate VP at ⁠IDC Asia Pacific⁠ , maps the shifting global supply chain landscape and the technology strategies helping manufacturers stay resilient and competitive. We cover:  How economi...

AI is reshaping manufacturing from predictive analytics to smart automation — here are the practical strategies for Australian manufacturers.  In this episode, Nigel Dalton , AI strategist and Lean expert, and William Huynh , AI practitioner, share their combined perspective on how AI is being applied in manufacturing — what works, what doesn't, and what ethical leadership looks like in this s...

AI in manufacturing isn't hype — Ty Osborne breaks down the practical applications, data requirements, and ROI for manufacturers ready to act.  In this episode, Ty Osborne , AI specialist working across Australian manufacturing, shares a grounded view of how manufacturers are applying artificial intelligence to drive real operational improvement. We cover:  How AI is reshaping manufacturing bu...

A $10M skills program, Victoria's world-first nano manufacturing plant, and practical ERP and cybersecurity advice — live from VMS 2023.  Shane reports live from the Victorian Manufacturing Showcase 2023 at Mooney Valley, covering the plenary sessions and floor highlights. We cover:  The Hon. Natalie Hutchins MP's announcement of the new $10M Skills Solutions Partnership Program for Victor...

ICN Victoria is unlocking MedTech opportunities for Victorian manufacturers through government procurement and strategic partnerships.  In this episode, Kristen Dooley , Interim CEO of ICN Victoria, shares how the organisation is helping Victorian manufacturing SMEs navigate and succeed in the growing MedTech sector. We cover:  ICN Victoria's role as VMS2023 platinum sponsor and what that inve...

From a domestic market of 25 million to a global opportunity of 7 billion — AMGC's Managing Director shares the vision for Australian manufacturing.  Recorded live from the AMGC's Manufacturing Matters breakfast event, Shane speaks with leaders shaping Australia's manufacturing policy and strategy. We cover:  Jens Goennemann , Managing Director of AMGC , on the strategic opportunity fo...

Aussie manufacturers are divided on AI — Elton Brown from University of Sydney cuts through the debate with a practical framework for supply chain AI that works.  In this episode, Elton Brown, Industry Advisor and Adjunct Lecturer at the University of Sydney, demystifies how AI can — and can't — improve supply chain planning and optimisation for Australian manufacturers. We cover:  Why opinion...

Paper-based processes and key person dependency are hidden operational risks. Michael Bucknell shows how digital transformation eliminates both.  In this episode, Michael Bucknell , specialist in Industrial Automation, Business Process Automation, and Digital Transformation, walks through the practical steps for manufacturers moving from paper and people-dependent systems to digital operations. We...

Mitsubishi Electric's smart factory solutions, digital skills funding, and RSM tax advice for Aussie SMEs — live from MME Sydney 2023 Day 2.  Paul and Daniel cover Day 2 of the Modern Manufacturing Expo 2023 in Sydney, speaking with six organisations supporting Australian manufacturers through technology, skills, and financial services. We cover:  Mitsubishi Electric on smart factory solutions...