The tapu on Ara Institute of Canterbury’s new trades building in Timaru, which has been completed on time and on budget, has been lifted. The building’s name, Tūterakiwhanoa, has been gifted by Te Runanga o Arowhenua and represents the Kai Tahu ancestor who, according to pūrākau (Māori creation stories) brought habitation to Te Waipounamu (theContinueContinue reading “Ara Timaru new trades building provides more learning space”
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Southland engineer takes command of frigate
It’s not often a Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN) engineer is told, “You have the ship”, but it’s a role Commander Chris Bone is more than ready to take on. Bone, who grew up in Gore, recently assumed command of RNZN frigate HMNZS Te Mana, and will lead the ship through an extended maintenance periodContinueContinue reading “Southland engineer takes command of frigate”
High-flying Hydraulink Hydratag…
Industrial hose tagging system proves its worth in machinery driving NZ tourist magnet An NFC-enabled hydraulic hose management system typically applied to hard-working industrial, mining, and primary industry machinery has proved its worth in use in one of New Zealand’s most spectacular tourist attractions. The Hydraulink Hydratag near field communication (NFC) tagging system has justContinueContinue reading “High-flying Hydraulink Hydratag…”
Prime Fluid Management
More than just pumps: New name and chapter for Kiwi fluid handling company Prime Fluid Management, formerly known as Prime Pump, launched new branding in August with a design that general manager Ben Petrie says better captures the breadth and depth of the company’s services. “We’ve always been about more than just pumps and ourContinueContinue reading “Prime Fluid Management”
Rachel Arcos Busby:
An ‘asset to the automation space’ Eight years ago, a successful career in the automation engineering industry was but a faraway dream for Rachel Arcos Busby. Today, through determination and over-coming many challenges such as those that come with moving to a new country, Arcos Busby’s employer Nemesys says the Filipino-born engineer has “broken newContinueContinue reading “Rachel Arcos Busby:”
‘Badass’ engineer inspires…
From fictional muse to real-world apprentice – Patsy Gadsby is making her mark, inspired by an animated character in a fantasy television series. Once a jack of all trades and now an aspiring engineer, Gadsby attributes Avatar The Legend of Korra to propelling her into the trade. “I worked as a cleaner and in aContinueContinue reading “‘Badass’ engineer inspires…”
ToolBox quoting…
Is expensive, non-dedicated software holding you back from effortless laser cutting quoting? Laser cutting is a precise task, requiring machinery tailored to specific requirements. Profitability is significantly boosted by the ability to be able to respond quickly to customer requests for quotes (RFQs), and efficiently deliver the product “With the time and energy often spentContinueContinue reading “ToolBox quoting…”
Innovating safety:
Rise of non-destructive testing supply in NZ A new player has emerged amid New Zealand’s bustling business landscape, says Mark Gemmell, director at Accurate Instruments (NZ), one he says is poised to redefine industrial safety and efficiency. “The inception of the Accurate Instruments’ non-destructive testing (NDT) section, specialising in NDT supplies, marks a significant leap forwardContinueContinue reading “Innovating safety:”
Hydra Medic brings expertise and dedication to Hawke’s Bay
Shaun Beck has recently launched one of New Zealand’s latest Hydraulink owner-operator businesses, establishing Hydra Medic to serve the Hawke’s Bay region. He is joined by Hamish Blue, Hydra Medic’s newest Hydraulink service technician. The choice of the business name Hydra Medic reflects the thoroughness and professionalism that this qualified diesel mechanic and person ofContinueContinue reading “Hydra Medic brings expertise and dedication to Hawke’s Bay”
Unemployment numbers show businesses under severe financial pressure
The EMA says the increasing unemployment rate is revealing the true picture of the New Zealand economy and the financial stresses facing Kiwi businesses. The latest numbers released by Stats NZ show that the unemployment rate increased from 4.3% in the March quarter to 4.6% in the June quarter. EMA head of advocacy Alan McDonaldContinueContinue reading “Unemployment numbers show businesses under severe financial pressure”
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