Screenshot of 3D modelling using Revizto. Involving builders and subcontractors earlier in design can help reduce rework, waste and carbon emissions, says Hawkins new business manager for the north Olivia Pearson. “There’s always going to be value in environmental savings through material selection but the largest sustainability wins I’m seeing in construction right now aren’tContinueContinue reading “Hawkins sees bigger sustainability gains in planning”
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Energy costs rank second among business concerns
Nearly one-third of New Zealand businesses have increased prices because of energy costs or supply uncertainty, while one in five has reduced production, operating hours or output, according to a new ASB survey. “Businesses clearly recognise the growing challenges posed by rising energy costs and potential supply disruptions, driven by declining domestic gas reserves, theContinueContinue reading “Energy costs rank second among business concerns”
Technology reshapes economics of manufacturing closer to customers
Advances in automation, artificial intelligence and connected manufacturing systems are changing the economics of where manufacturers locate production, making it increasingly practical to operate closer to customers without sacrificing efficiency. “For decades, decisions about manufacturing location were heavily influenced by labour availability and labour costs. While those considerations remain important, they are no longer theContinueContinue reading “Technology reshapes economics of manufacturing closer to customers”
Manufacturers bring production challenges to AUT forum
Senior lecturer Daniel Konings Around 30 small and medium-sized businesses brought production bottlenecks and innovation challenges to the inaugural Advancing Manufacturing Forum (AMF 2026) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT) in September, connecting with academic researchers and engineering students to explore practical improvements. The forum, a collaboration between AUT, the University of Auckland, Auckland CouncilContinueContinue reading “Manufacturers bring production challenges to AUT forum”
New course prepares workers for electrical supervision
Skills Trades Training has launched a course for registered electrical workers seeking an Electrical Workers Registration Board (EWRB) Endorsed Supervision registration class, following changes to supervision requirements that took effect on September 1, 2026. The Supervision of Prescribed Electrical Work course is designed for registered electrical workers responsible for, or preparing to oversee, more thanContinueContinue reading “New course prepares workers for electrical supervision”
United Rentals expands worksite power range in NZ
Hybrid generators, battery energy storage systems (BESS) and solar-powered site facilities are part of United Rentals’ investment in new equipment as it expands its New Zealand operation. “These products not only support projects to meet and exceed sustainability targets, they also enable companies to make significant savings and gain that all-important competitive advantage,” says UnitedContinueContinue reading “United Rentals expands worksite power range in NZ”
3D printing cuts wait for full-scale tyre prototypes
From our international files comes OTR Engineered Solutions introducing a large-format 3D printing service that it says can produce full-scale off-road tyre, wheel and track prototypes in weeks rather than months. “Instead of relying only on drawings, renderings, or small-scale models, customers can now see the product, touch it, and review it on actual equipment.ContinueContinue reading “3D printing cuts wait for full-scale tyre prototypes”
Wurth invests in automation to support industrial growth
Wurth Australia is expanding automated fulfilment capacity at two distribution facilities as it builds infrastructure to support growth across its industrial customer base. The supplier of assembly and fastening materials has partnered with Dematic to install automated order fulfilment systems at its Yatala, Queensland, and Keysborough, Victoria, operations. Wurth Australia distributes more than 22,000 productsContinueContinue reading “Wurth invests in automation to support industrial growth”
Pāpāmoa Mitre 10 Mega introduces trade upgrades
Mitre 10 Mega Pāpāmoa will be the first Mega store in New Zealand to feature a dedicated walk-up trade entrance and automated click-and-collect facilities alongside its drive-through. “It’s like having the separate garden centre entrance – many people don’t want to have to walk through the whole store just to buy an extra bag ofContinueContinue reading “Pāpāmoa Mitre 10 Mega introduces trade upgrades”
APPEX 2027 opens registrations for manufacturing technology showcase
Registrations are open for APPEX 2027, which will bring processing and packaging machinery, automation and live technology demonstrations to the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre from March 16 to 19, 2027. “Three years is a long time in technology; the experience for visitors walking into APPEX in 2027 will be very different from the oneContinueContinue reading “APPEX 2027 opens registrations for manufacturing technology showcase”
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