Metalworking & Machining Feature Articles for Australian Industry

<< Previous | Next >> Page 9 of 36

3 Ways to Prevent Typical Industrial Accidents 2/13/2015

Accidents by definition are unexpected. Yet it's possible to minimise the unexpected and make the day-to-day running of your plant more predictable and accident-free by adopting ...

'Not time to panic' over volatile unemployment numbers 2/12/2015

The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) January Labour Force numbers have seen a decline in full time jobs and an increase in part time jobs that was to be expected, according to ...

Scientists invent 'super steel' 2/11/2015

Researchers have invented a new steel alloy which has the same strength-to-weight ratio as titanium and is 10 times cheaper.

Less red tape for local firms with Intellectual Property law reform 2/11/2015

An Act which simplifies aspects of Australia's Intellectual Property system will mean Australian businesses have less red tape to deal with when protecting their hard-won intellectual ...

What can and should be automated for a manufacturer? 2/11/2015

Automation describes computers and other automated machinery for the execution of business-related tasks; anything from simple sensing devices to computers and robots.

Your Essential Product Importing Checklist 2/9/2015

If you're about to embark on an importing venture for the first time, it's not as easy as buying some goods and sticking them on a boat. Successful importers are meticulous importers. ...

BlueScope fined for discharging water pollution 2/6/2015

Multinational steel producer BlueScope Steel has copped a fine from the EPA and been ordered to take two pollution reduction programs after it was found to be breaching conditions ...

Lower Aussie dollar boosts manufacturing sector in Jan 2/4/2015

There were broadly stable conditions across the manufacturing sector in January with the Ai Group Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index increasing by 2.1 points to 49.0.

7 Recycling Tips for Manufacturing Facilities 2/4/2015

Recycling might seem like a great way for your entire workforce to dither about depositing bits of glass, plastic, paper and metal in bins instead of actually working, but it's simply ...

Leaked review examines sweeping changes to workplace law 1/22/2015

The timing of a massive review by the federal government of workplace laws, which will place penalty rates, the minimum wage and workplace flexibility under the microscope, has placed ...

India-Aust trade push 'another win' for bilateralism 1/22/2015

Australia's trade mission to India under Andrew Robb last week provided a much-needed impetus to conclude an Australia-India free trade agreement in 2015 – another APAC victory for ...

Why you need a Job Description for each employee 1/21/2015

It is not uncommon for employees to see their Job Description during the interview and initiation, yet never set eyes upon it again. However, this is a wasted opportunity that could ...

Industries set to fall in 2015 1/12/2015

As Australian companies enter the new year, there are a few industries for which 2015 may well turn out to be annus horribilis.

Industries set to fly in 2015 1/12/2015

As Australian companies enter the new year, business information analysts reveal the industries expected to soar.

Well-connected workers 'able to adapt' to negative change 1/8/2015

Contrary to popular belief, some workers can adapt well to pressures caused by changes in the workplace, new research has suggested.

Manufacturing slips back into contraction 1/8/2015

An indication of another contraction in conditions across the manufacturing sector, the Ai Group Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index (Australian PMI) fell by 3.2 points to ...

Anti-dumping reforms establish 'level playing field' for Aust firms 12/17/2014

The federal government is strengthening Australia's anti-dumping system with a range of reforms to ensure Australian industry is in the strongest position to compete on a level ...

Shaky Budget at mercy of commodity price windfall: MYEFO 12/16/2014

A third term of Coalition government would bring the Budget back to surplus, figures from the federal government's Mid-year Economic and Fiscal Outlook (MYEFO) released on Monday ...

'Up to $25,000' in recycling rebates on offer for NSW businesses 12/15/2014

Small businesses looking to reduce their waste costs can take advantage of up to $25,000 in government rebates being offered through NSW EPA.

Korea-Aust FTA 'early Christmas gift' for local firms 12/15/2014

Australian businesses can now take full advantage of opportunities with the nation's fourth largest trading partner, with the Korea–Australia Free Trade Agreement (KAFTA) entering ...

<< Previous | Next >> Page 9 of 36