Datalogic enhances robot guidance and traceability

Datalogic, a leader in robotics, Industry 4.0, automatic data capture and process automation, is introducing its new Impact 12.2 software to further enhance the traceability and ease-of use of vision-guided robots and cobots used for a wide variety of pick, place and other vital production line tasks. The new robot guidance and traceability software isContinueContinue reading “Datalogic enhances robot guidance and traceability”

Advanced high strength steel – Demand amid radical end-user shift

Global sales of advanced high strength steel have witnessed a significant surge, in line with growing preference of end-use industries for materials with favorable mechanical properties. The demand for advanced high strength steel is likely to surpass 13,800 KT in 2019, registering an upswing from 2018, says research study into the high strength steel market.ContinueContinue reading “Advanced high strength steel – Demand amid radical end-user shift”

Alfa Laval – Efficient self-priming pumps for improved performance

Alfa Laval’s LKH Prime 40 is the latest new addition to the range. Not only does the hygienic, self-priming pump offer high energy efficiency and versatility, it also allows for significantly reduced noise levels and easy maintenance. In utilising the Alfa Laval LKH Prime 40, performance is greatly increased, including the ability to reach aContinueContinue reading “Alfa Laval – Efficient self-priming pumps for improved performance”

Wheel reinvented: automated/electric vehicles to benefit

Israeli start-up company Ree has unveiled and made claims of what it describes as a revolutionary flat and modular platform which fundamentally changes the way electric vehicles are built to power widespread vehicle electrification. By integrating all of the components formerly found under the hood of the car into the wheel, Ree says it offersContinueContinue reading “Wheel reinvented: automated/electric vehicles to benefit”

Kiwi robotics company continues expansion

Top tech investors support global expansion of the world’s first non-magnetic, climbing inspection robot for hazardous environments A New Zealand-developed climbing inspection robot that caught the attention of top US investors, with its ability to help keep workers safe in hazardous environments, is continuing its global march. Invert Robotics announced in May that it has securedContinueContinue reading “Kiwi robotics company continues expansion”

Students from TU Delft and VU Amsterdam present recumbent bike they hope will go faster than 121.8 km/h

On Saturday 27 July the Human Power Team, a student team from TU Delft and VU Amsterdam, presented their latest aerodynamic bike at the Dutch National Military Museum in Soesterberg. The team hope that this recumbent bike, named the VeloX 9, will break the world speed record for cycling – which currently stands at 121.8ContinueContinue reading “Students from TU Delft and VU Amsterdam present recumbent bike they hope will go faster than 121.8 km/h”

Additive manufacturing allows bike manufacturers to extend customisation options

If there’s something you can be certain of – along with death and taxes – it’s that change is inevitable and constant. In the world of manufactured products, the end user is getting a heck of a lot more discerning and wanting to stand out from the crowd – customisation of products is now whereContinueContinue reading “Additive manufacturing allows bike manufacturers to extend customisation options”

NZUS Council supports Minister Peters efforts for a trade agreement with the US

The NZUS Council will increase its engagement in the United States to support Foreign Minister, Rt Hon Winston Peters’ efforts to promote a free trade agreement with the United States. “The Council is excited by the work Mr Peters is doing to build political support in the US for a free trade agreement and weContinueContinue reading “NZUS Council supports Minister Peters efforts for a trade agreement with the US”

Expo 2020 Dubai – Business programme will open doors to Expo 2020 opportunities

Expo 2020 expects to attract 25 million visits to the world fair, to be held in Dubai from October next year, and New Zealand businesses will be able to capitalise on the opportunity through a business leveraging programme. NZTE has today announced its business programme, which is designed to help exporters already active in the region, orContinueContinue reading “Expo 2020 Dubai – Business programme will open doors to Expo 2020 opportunities”