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Victorian Government backs Melbourne startup Applied EV to roll out world-first technology

Autonomous electric vehicle company Applied EV has secured support from the Victorian Government to develop a world-first technology that can be configured for multiple...

Stratasys expands partnership with Desktop Metal Extend to speed up adoption of metal additive...

3D printing giant Stratasys has expanded its strategic partnership with Burlington-based startup Desktop Metal to accelerate accessibility and adoption of metal additive manufacturing. Stratasys said...

The Smarter 3D Printing Series: Advancing Research and Learning

In 2011, an article in the Economist noted that 3D printing “makes it as cheap to create single items as it is to produce thousands”. This simple yet profound description best describes the disruptive potential of 3D printing and why everyone is clamouring to jump on the 3D printing bandwagon.

Granule-powered 3D printing redefines building component manufacturing

The SEAM Research Center has unveiled a groundbreaking approach to facade construction, leveraging Screw Extrusion Additive Manufacturing (SEAM) technology to produce large-scale plastic components. 

Thales joins forces with Adelaide startup to deliver game-changing X-ray imaging technologies

Thales has teamed up with Australian startup Micro-X to deliver airport checkpoint and medical technologies with disruptive imaging performance. The multi-faceted collaboration will see Thales and Micro-X...

From garage startup to smart tech leader: MyPlace champions local manufacturing and energy-efficient homes

As Australian households face rising energy costs and growing pressure to reduce their carbon footprint, smart home climate technologies are gaining traction as a practical solution. 

CSL Behring’s Victorian facility wins global pharmaceutical manufacturing award

CSL Behring’s state-of-the-art plasma processing facility in Broadmeadows, Victoria, has been awarded the 2025 Facility of the Year in the Pharma 4.0 category by the International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering (ISPE).

Aurora Labs manufactures gas turbine engine with 3D metal printed parts

Aurora Labs has manufactured a 200N Class gas turbine engine featuring 3D metal printed parts, marking an advancement in propulsion technology, particularly for applications such as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and instant power generation systems.

Australian Defence taps Q-CTRL to develop quantum-based navigation technology

Australian quantum technology developer Q-CTRL has ventured into a partnership with the Department of Defence to develop quantum sensors that will enable GPS-free navigation for Australia and its AUKUS partners. 

Report urges Australia to skill-up transport workforce in digitalisation, automation

Australia must upskill its workforce for digitalisation and automation in the transport sector to create new job opportunities and stay competitive among Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) countries, according to a new report.
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AMCA Impact Study highlights AI’s role in improving HVAC safety compliance

A new AMCA Impact Study has highlighted the growing challenge of helping HVAC contractors access reliable safety and compliance information quickly, particularly for small and medium-sized businesses operating in Australia's highly regulated construction environment.