Tag: sustainability
Manufacturing wrapped up: Key trends that defined the Australian industry in 2024
In 2024, Australia’s manufacturing sector showed incredible resilience and adaptability, proving why it’s such a vital part of the country’s economy.
Water-free toilet system arrives in Australia to enhance hygiene and hygiene
Clesana Australia has launched its first mobile water-free toilet with a welded sanitary bag system, aimed at reducing odour and eliminating direct handling of human waste.
Organics recycling facility to bolster sustainability in Tamworth
Tamworth is set to gain a state-of-the-art Organics Recycling Facility (ORF) that aims to meet the region’s community and agricultural needs while aligning with New South Wales’ mandate to recycle organic material by 2030.
New upgrade simplifies recycling in Narrandera
The Return and Earn program has introduced an innovative “takes all” trial at the Narrandera Recycling Return and Earn machine, eliminating the need for pre-sorting eligible drink containers.
Detmold Group rolls out new sustainability goals
The Detmold Group has announced new global Sustainability Goals, including expanded aims to source more forest-certified fibre, boost recyclable content in products, maximise recycling and trash diversion, and source more renewable electricity.
Samsara Eco unveils breakthrough enzymes to revolutionise textile recycling
Samsara Eco, a climate tech pioneer, has developed new enzymes capable of recycling nylon 6, a synthetic fibre widely used in apparel, hosiery, and...
CSIRO report highlights bioplastics potential amid disposal challenges
Australia's growing focus on sustainability has placed bioplastics under the spotlight, with a new report by the CSIRO revealing their potential and pitfalls.
Solar panels to slash energy use at key Visy manufacturing sites
Visy, Australia’s largest integrated recycler and remanufacturer, is taking significant steps to reduce its energy consumption by partnering with two solar energy companies to install solar panels at select facilities across the country.
Australia’s top steel designs celebrated at nat’l awards
Australia’s most innovative and striking steel designs were celebrated at the 2024 Australian Steel Institute (ASI) National Steel Excellence Awards, held at Doltone House, Jones Bay Wharf in Sydney.
Detmold Group secures national packaging award for sustainability leadership
The Detmold Group has received the Industry Sector Award at the 2024 Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) Awards, acknowledging its achievements in sustainability and reporting across its Detpak and PaperPak brands.
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Building resilience as manufacturing requirements become more complex
The industrial machinery and heavy equipment manufacturing sector is critical not only for its direct outputs, machines, and equipment that pave the way for construction, agriculture and manufacturing but also for its crucial role in economic development and innovation.
