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Screenshot of 3D modelling using Revizto. Involving builders and subcontractors earlier in design can help reduce rework, waste and carbon emissions, says Hawkins new business manager for the north Olivia Pearson. “There’s always going to be value in environmental savings through material selection but the largest sustainability wins I’m seeing in construction right now aren’tContinueContinue reading “Hawkins sees bigger sustainability gains in planning”

Nearly one-third of New Zealand businesses have increased prices because of energy costs or supply uncertainty, while one in five has reduced production, operating hours or output, according to a new ASB survey. “Businesses clearly recognise the growing challenges posed by rising energy costs and potential supply disruptions, driven by declining domestic gas reserves, theContinueContinue reading “Energy costs rank second among business concerns”

Advances in automation, artificial intelligence and connected manufacturing systems are changing the economics of where manufacturers locate production, making it increasingly practical to operate closer to customers without sacrificing efficiency. “For decades, decisions about manufacturing location were heavily influenced by labour availability and labour costs. While those considerations remain important, they are no longer theContinueContinue reading “Technology reshapes economics of manufacturing closer to customers”

Senior lecturer Daniel Konings Around 30 small and medium-sized businesses brought production bottlenecks and innovation challenges to the inaugural Advancing Manufacturing Forum (AMF 2026) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT) in September, connecting with academic researchers and engineering students to explore practical improvements. The forum, a collaboration between AUT, the University of Auckland, Auckland CouncilContinueContinue reading “Manufacturers bring production challenges to AUT forum”