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”
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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”
Dry screw vacuum pump targets high-flow industrial applications
Atlas Copco has developed the DHS 3000 VSD+ dry screw vacuum pump for high-flow industrial applications, with use cases including paper processing, conveying systems, food industry pick-and-place operations and central vacuum systems. The pump uses dry technology, eliminating oil from the compression chamber, and is driven by an IE4 motor with an asymmetrical rotor design.ContinueContinue reading “Dry screw vacuum pump targets high-flow industrial applications”
Configurable welding platform supports scalable manufacturing and process control
Emerson has released the Branson Polaris ultrasonic welding platform, a configurable system designed to support joining processes across a wide range of manufacturing applications. The platform combines power supplies, controllers and actuators with varying levels of functionality and software capability, allowing systems to be configured for applications ranging from development and laboratory trials through toContinueContinue reading “Configurable welding platform supports scalable manufacturing and process control”
Sensorised turning adaptor targets process stability and automation
Sandvik Coromant has released CoroTurn Plus, a sensorised turning adaptor designed to provide real-time visibility and support process control in turning operations. The system captures cutting forces, vibration, chatter and in-cut status, enabling operators to monitor performance and respond to variation during machining. CoroTurn Plus operates with two levels of digital capability. When used withContinueContinue reading “Sensorised turning adaptor targets process stability and automation”
Manufacturing job losses highlight pressure on local sector
Recent job losses in the food processing sector are being cited as further evidence of pressure on New Zealand manufacturing, with closures and workforce reductions highlighting wider challenges across the industry. Buy NZ Made executive director Dane Ambler says the closure of the McCain processing plant and the announcement of 300 job losses at Wattie’sContinueContinue reading “Manufacturing job losses highlight pressure on local sector”
Thermal storage system targets cold chain efficiency in manufacturing
Milk is a staple product, but maintaining temperature from processing plant to retail shelf remains a persistent challenge across the cold chain. In most cases, transport relies on diesel-powered refrigeration units, adding both cost and emissions to distribution. Work underway at the University of Auckland is exploring an alternative approach that shifts the focus fromContinueContinue reading “Thermal storage system targets cold chain efficiency in manufacturing”
Kiwi innovation spotlighted as James Dyson Award opens for entries
Young engineers and designers across New Zealand are being invited to submit their ideas for the 2026 James Dyson Award, a global design engineering competition that supports inventions aimed at solving real-world problems. Now open for submissions across 28 countries and regions, the competition encourages current and recent design and engineering students to develop practicalContinueContinue reading “Kiwi innovation spotlighted as James Dyson Award opens for entries”
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