A “trusted name in New Zealand’s machine tool sector” is using its existing reputation to propel it into an exciting future. “For nearly half a century Leabourn & Rose has delivered high-quality machine tools, expert guidance and unparalleled after-sales support,” says Andrew Leabourn, managing director of the company since 2012. And that’s not changing, he says,ContinueContinue reading “Rebrand… solid foundation for leap into future”
Category Archives: Automation
TwinCAT Machine Learning Creator simplifies AI training
TwinCAT Machine Learning Creator from Beckhoff is aimed at automation and process experts and adds the automated creation of AI models to the TwinCAT 3 workflow. “This allows users to handle the entire process, from data collection to the trained model, for themselves – without any AI expertise of their own. The finished model isContinueContinue reading “TwinCAT Machine Learning Creator simplifies AI training”
Training next gen engineers…
Rockwell Automation technology stars in Applied Robotics advanced manufacturing lab A new $3 million advanced manufacturing lab is being built by Applied Robotics for TAFE Queensland, funded through the Queensland Government’s $100 million ‘Equipping TAFE for our Future’ programme. The new lab, scheduled for installation in February 2025, will feature several key Rockwell Automation technologies,ContinueContinue reading “Training next gen engineers…”
Industrial Tube Manufacturing
Industrial Tube Manufacturing has been producing New Zealand-made steel tube since 1985. We’re New Zealand’s leading manufacturer of quality, locally-made steel and stainless precision tube.
Four key things for SMEs
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) should align the business, technical, operational and commercial aspects of their organisations to create a clear case for automation and generate business growth, according to a panel of industry experts assembled by global intralogistics solutions specialist Kardex at CeMAT Australia 2024. Is automation the key to mastering business growth forContinueContinue reading “Four key things for SMEs”
Gripping research…
Researchers build smart object to measure a robot’s squeezing force QUT researchers, who recognised that grasping objects is difficult for robots, have built a smart object that can measure a robot’s squeezing force. The QUT Centre for Robotics research team was led by Dr Fangyi Zhang, under the mentorship of Distinguished Emeritus Professor Peter Corke,ContinueContinue reading “Gripping research…”
‘Revolutionising industrial automation’
A look into Beckhoff remote I/O systems “In the world of industrial automation, staying ahead of the curve requires embracing cutting-edge technologies that enhance efficiency, flexibility, and reliability,” says Steve Rush, sales team leader at Beckhoff Automation Limited. In 1995, Beckhoff Automation “revolutionised the automation industry” by combining fieldbus technology with proven terminal block principlesContinueContinue reading “‘Revolutionising industrial automation’”
OnRobot, Autoline bring ‘industry first’ collaborative technology to NZ
OnRobot, a turnkey provider for collaborative applications, has partnered with Bleinheim-based robotics and machine automation Autoline to introduce an off the shelf collaborative palletiser for SMEs in New Zealand. This industry-first solution offers same-day installation, requires no programming and can be re-deployed within minutes. “OnRobot has successfully introduced end-of-arm tooling and sensors for robotic automationContinueContinue reading “OnRobot, Autoline bring ‘industry first’ collaborative technology to NZ”
Streat Control (NZ) Ltd
Discover a new era of industrial excellence with Streat Control, now proudly part of AMS Instrumentation & Calibration Pty Ltd.
Kiwi youth excel on robotics world stage
Kiwis shone bright at the Vex Robotics World Championships held in the US recently. Fifteen local teams represented ‘KiwiBots, Aotearoa’, competing across all five divisions and bringing home six world titles. In excess of 30,000 teams competed from more than 70 countries, with 2500 teams invited to the big event in elementary, middle, high schoolContinueContinue reading “Kiwi youth excel on robotics world stage”
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