New Oceania sales manager for Sandvik Coromant

Sandvik Coromant has appointed Atsushi Takei as sales cluster manager for Southeast Asia and Oceania. Takei, previously sales cluster manager for Japan Direct, will lead the company’s regional sales organisation across Southeast Asia and Oceania, working with local teams on customer support, regional strategy and business growth. Takei joined Sandvik Coromant in 2004 following graduationContinueContinue reading “New Oceania sales manager for Sandvik Coromant”

Beca highlights supply chain and energy priorities at Singapore forum

New Zealand and Singapore government and business representatives gather during the inaugural Singapore–New Zealand Leadership Forum. Pictured (from left) are Amelia Linzey, New Zealand co-convenor of the Singapore–New Zealand Leadership Forum and group chief executive of Beca; Hon. Todd McLay, Minister of Trade; Hon. Nicola Willis, Minister of Finance; Rt Hon Christopher Luxon, Prime MinisterContinueContinue reading “Beca highlights supply chain and energy priorities at Singapore forum”

BOC to build Christchurch air separation facility

South Island minister James Meager BOC has announced plans to build a new air separation unit (ASU) in Christchurch, marking one of the company’s largest investments in the South Island and its most significant investment in New Zealand in more than a decade. The new facility will be built at BOC’s existing Sockburn production andContinueContinue reading “BOC to build Christchurch air separation facility”

Seco/Warwick posts record revenue under global expansion

Generic image of industrial metal processing operations. Industrial heat treatment and vacuum metallurgy technology supplier Seco/Warwick has reported record annual revenue for 2025, supported by growth across aluminium processing, melting furnace systems and expanding international operations. The Group reported revenue of almost 746 million Polish złoty for the year, an increase of 4.6% compared withContinueContinue reading “Seco/Warwick posts record revenue under global expansion”

Turning advanced technology into practice at EMEX 2026

EMEX 2026 returns to Auckland Showgrounds from May 26–28, with the Knowledge Theatre powered by Epicor set to anchor the event’s focus on practical, applied technology for engineering and manufacturing businesses. At the centre of the programme is a clear shift from exploration to execution, as manufacturers look to move beyond discussion and into real-worldContinueContinue reading “Turning advanced technology into practice at EMEX 2026”

Bonfiglioli gearbox package supports custom lime slaking mill project

Bonfiglioli Transmission Australia has supplied a heavy-duty gearbox solution for a custom lime slaking system engineered by Australian materials handling specialist Bulk Handling Technologies (BHT) for a gold mining operation in Africa. The project centred around a tyre-driven ball mill used within the lime slaking process, where quicklime is combined with water and ground intoContinueContinue reading “Bonfiglioli gearbox package supports custom lime slaking mill project”

Training investment helps build long-term capability at Wallen Concreting

For Jodie and Martial Wallen, investing in training is viewed as part of building a business capable of maintaining high standards, supporting staff development and preparing for the future. At Papakura-based Wallen Concreting, that approach has extended across much of the team. Sons Jake and Sam, Martial, and team member James have all completed BCITO’sContinueContinue reading “Training investment helps build long-term capability at Wallen Concreting”

TradeZone targets supply continuity to industry

In engineering and industrial environments, access to tools, components and consumables can directly affect project timelines, maintenance schedules and overall operational performance. TradeZone NZ operates a national network supplying specialist tools, fasteners, bearings, parts and workshop consumables used across fabrication, manufacturing and maintenance. Diane Mitchell, operations manager at TradeZone NZ, says reliable access to partsContinueContinue reading “TradeZone targets supply continuity to industry”

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…”