Mettler-Toledo highlights process analytics and industrial weighing

Mettler-Toledo is presenting its latest process analytics and industrial weighing technologies at EMEX 2026, with a focus on measurement, control and reliability across industrial applications. Alni Tatari, business area manager ANZ for process analytics and industrial weighing, says the company’s approach focuses on providing accurate, real-time data to support operational performance. “At EMEX, we areContinueContinue reading “Mettler-Toledo highlights process analytics and industrial weighing”

Compact control provides ‘freedom in tight builds’

Machine builders are often forced into trade-offs between size, speed and performance, particularly where space is limited. A new compact electric actuator is aimed at reducing those compromises, with a focus on fitting into restricted environments without sacrificing output. Markus Hofmann, product manager at Linak, says the LA21 electric actuator was developed to support buildersContinueContinue reading “Compact control provides ‘freedom in tight builds’”

Prototyping capability…

CNC manufacturer expands global reach with integrated services recision machining and rapid prototyping continue to play a critical role in industries where complex components, tight tolerances and speed and market demands are increasingly key. Zhuanxin Precision Co Ltd is positioning itself as a direct manufacturer focused on supporting that demand, with capability spanning prototyping throughContinueContinue reading “Prototyping capability…”

Ifm IO-Link architecture underpins advanced UV treatment systems

Ifm electronic’s IO-Link instrumentation and control technology is being integrated into advanced UV disinfection systems, providing device-level communication and process visibility in water treatment applications. In a New Zealand application, water treatment OEM NovoLabs is using IO-Link to connect magnetic flow sensors and other field devices directly to its control system, forming a consistent instrumentationContinueContinue reading “Ifm IO-Link architecture underpins advanced UV treatment systems”

Dry screw vacuum pump targets high-flow industrial applications

Atlas Copco has developed the DHS 3000 VSD+ dry screw vacuum pump for high-flow industrial applications, with use cases including paper processing, conveying systems, food industry pick-and-place operations and central vacuum systems. The pump uses dry technology, eliminating oil from the compression chamber, and is driven by an IE4 motor with an asymmetrical rotor design.ContinueContinue reading “Dry screw vacuum pump targets high-flow industrial applications”

Logistics demand reshapes industrial property market

Changes in retail behaviour are continuing to influence demand in New Zealand’s industrial property market, with logistics and supply chain activity taking a larger share of warehouse space, according to CBRE’s New Zealand Real Estate Market Outlook 2026. The report points to a shift in how consumers interact with retailers, combining in-store browsing with onlineContinueContinue reading “Logistics demand reshapes industrial property market”

Configurable welding platform supports scalable manufacturing and process control

Emerson has released the Branson Polaris ultrasonic welding platform, a configurable system designed to support joining processes across a wide range of manufacturing applications. The platform combines power supplies, controllers and actuators with varying levels of functionality and software capability, allowing systems to be configured for applications ranging from development and laboratory trials through toContinueContinue reading “Configurable welding platform supports scalable manufacturing and process control”

Sensorised turning adaptor targets process stability and automation

Sandvik Coromant has released CoroTurn Plus, a sensorised turning adaptor designed to provide real-time visibility and support process control in turning operations. The system captures cutting forces, vibration, chatter and in-cut status, enabling operators to monitor performance and respond to variation during machining. CoroTurn Plus operates with two levels of digital capability. When used withContinueContinue reading “Sensorised turning adaptor targets process stability and automation”

Manufacturing job losses highlight pressure on local sector

Recent job losses in the food processing sector are being cited as further evidence of pressure on New Zealand manufacturing, with closures and workforce reductions highlighting wider challenges across the industry. Buy NZ Made executive director Dane Ambler says the closure of the McCain processing plant and the announcement of 300 job losses at Wattie’sContinueContinue reading “Manufacturing job losses highlight pressure on local sector”

Thermal storage system targets cold chain efficiency in manufacturing

Milk is a staple product, but maintaining temperature from processing plant to retail shelf remains a persistent challenge across the cold chain. In most cases, transport relies on diesel-powered refrigeration units, adding both cost and emissions to distribution. Work underway at the University of Auckland is exploring an alternative approach that shifts the focus fromContinueContinue reading “Thermal storage system targets cold chain efficiency in manufacturing”