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The crowds in the AMW2023 halls were very impressed as soon as they walked in on the first day. A straw poll was taken of what they were thinking, and one yelled, "We're back baby!" I think he may have had some skin in the game. There are some very large stands showing off some incredible technology. This massive show offers the perfect setting for people from all over Australian manufacturing sectors to access suitable resources, exchange ideas and network with the largest group of like-minded working manufacturers. By midday on the first day, we all thought the show couldn’t get any busier. There were crowds and queues in front of John Hart, OKUMA, and SWI Industries. Earlier on in the day, the very first presentation for the Future Solutions Speaker Program was Neil Matthews, the Head of Engineering at Titomic Ltd was crowded to bursting. Matthews detailed Titomic’s cold spray AM process and fed into research being done to the coating process for the aerospace, defence, transport and other manufacturing areas. Later in the day, the CSIRO PhD Cherry Chen, was digging into some…

The Hon Ben Carroll MP, Victorian Minister for Industry and Innovation opened AMW2023 at 10:10am this morning at the Future Solutions Speakers Stage. AMTIL was also honoured to have Tony Garvey, a celebrated Elder from the local Wurundjeri mob invite them to proceed, with a Welcome to Country for AMW 2023. Doors are open!  Held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) from 9-12 May 2023, Australian Manufacturing gets to show off a little for the whole week. Organised by the Australian Manufacturing Technology Institute Limited (AMTIL), AMW2023 will fill ‘Jeff’s Shed’ almost to bursting, with 346 companies showing off the latest manufacturing tech, processes, and support services. Some of the biggest machine tool systems in the world will be there, in operation! The Future Solutions Speakers Stage at 10:10 AM on Tuesday 9th May. There is so much to see, with Seven Zones in the biggest room in Australia. Manufacturing presentations and attractions are the name of the show from Additive Manufacturing, to Machine Tools, Robotics and Automation. There’s also a bunch of manufacturing solution, supporting the industry, including legal, accounting and investment.…

You are invited to attend the Opening of AMW2023, the Inauguration Ceremony for the beginning of the biggest exhibition showing Australian Manufacturing off to the world. We are filling the MCEC to the brim, from Tuesday to Friday. AMW2023 will have on display some of the biggest machine tool systems in the world. While at the same time, bringing nanotech and additive manufacturing into focus with demonstrations of the very latest research prototypes. Register online now at australianmanufacturingweek.com.au The Welcome to Country and inauguration ceremony will take place at the Future Solutions Stage from 10:10 AM on Tuesday 9th May. This is the first event for the show. AMTIL is honoured to have Tony Garvey, a celebrated Elder from the local Wurundjeri mob invite them to proceed, with a Welcome to Country for AMW 2023. The Hon. Ben Carroll MP, Victorian Minister for Industry and Innovation, and Minister for Manufacturing Sovereignty will then officially open the show! Over the four days, over 360 exhibitors will show their best side, in over 10,000sq metres of floor space. There will be presentations on…

Ms. O’Brien joined MCEC in January 2023 and has brought a wealth of leadership experience in the tourism and events industry. She is a former CEO of Food and Wine Victoria, producers of Australia’s internationally acclaimed Melbourne Food & Wine Festival. Most recently she has managed her own strategy consultancy while operating as a CEO for Wine Victoria, and previously interim CEO for Ballarat Regional Tourism, where she led the co-design of Visitor Economy Recovery Plans. AMT: Your work history speaks of a deep knowledge and passion for public events. Tell me about the direction and drive that has kept with you in this sector. Natalie O’Brien: It's only when you’re older, and reflect back on your career you ask yourself where did my passion come from? My passion is absolutely people and connecting with people. There’s so much energy for people to participate and collaborate in the community in Melbourne  I think my career in events, tourism and hospitality stems from being…

Australian Manufacturing Week (AMW2023) is approaching fast! Less than four days! Held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) from 9-12 May 2023. Organised and run by the Australian Manufacturing Technology Institute Limited (AMTIL), AMW2023 will take up more than 10,770 square metres at the MCEC, with over 346 organisations showcasing the latest manufacturing technologies, processes, and support services. Over the four days, there will be presentations on the AMW Future Solutions Stage from specialists in each field.  There are side events, huge networking opportunities, big machining tools and plenty of spectacular tech on display. Don’t miss out!  Register online now at australianmanufacturingweek.com.au There are also two co-located shows alongside AMW 2023.  Deeply related to the manufacturing industries, namely Plastics and Electronics. The Plastics and Medical Applications is a one-day conference held by the Society of Plastics Engineers Australia-New Zealand Section on Wednesday 10th May. This One-Day Conference is in collaboration with AMTIL, AMW2023, BioMelbourne Network and the Medical Technology Association of Australia (MTAA). To register for the One-Day Conference, go to: plastics.org.au   ElectroneX is an electronics…

Australian Manufacturing Week (AMW2023) is approaching fast! This will be held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) from 9-12 May 2023. Organised and run by the Australian Manufacturing Technology Institute Limited (AMTIL), AMW2023 will almost fill ‘Jeff’s Shed’, more than 10,770 square metres, with 346 organisations showcasing the latest manufacturing technologies, processes, and support services. Don’t miss out!  Register online now at australianmanufacturingweek.com.au We've detailed some of the attractions on the other days in previous posts, and here is the line-up for the final day. On Friday 12 May, Day FOUR of AMW 2023, the Future Solutions Speaker program has a theme of ‘Innovation and Research’ at the Sessions Stage at AMW2023!  This is your chance to hear about the future of manufacturing. 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM Monash Smart Manufacturing Hub – Your access to Talent and Innovation Location: Future Solutions Speaker Sessions Stage Speaker: Prof. Adrian Neild, Founder and Director Smart Manufacturing Hub at Monash Professor Adrian Neild will share how manufacturers can partner…

Did you know Australian Manufacturing Week (AMW2023) is only ONE WEEK away! This will be held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) from 9-12 May 2023. Organised by the Australian Manufacturing Technology Institute Limited (AMTIL), AMW2023 will fill ‘Jeff’s Shed’ almost to bursting, with 346 companies showing off the latest manufacturing tech, processes, and support services. Some of the biggest machine tool systems in the world will be there, in operation! Over four days in May, there will be presentations on the AMW Future Solutions Stage from specialists in each field. Supagas is in the Welding and Air Zone at WA235, and they sponsor Erebus Motorsports. Top professional Supercar driver Will Brown is making a special appearance at the Supagas stand on Thursday 11th of May, at 11:00am – 1:00pm. Don’t miss out!  Register online now at australianmanufacturingweek.com.au Day Three of AMW2023 will showcase a range of manufacturing successes and advances happening here at home, exporting to the world. 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM Autodesk Australia - Digital Transformation - Case studies Location : Future Solutions…

Situated in Box Hill, Maton Guitars is where some of the finest quality guitars in the world come to life, each with a unique character and tone. Bill May pioneered the use of many Australian wood species in guitar construction and is regarded by many Australian luthiers as the founding father of their industry. The Blackwood series still sound as good as they did when they were released. Star guitarists like Neil Finn, Tommy Emanuel, Paul Kelly and Colin Hay count Maton Guitars as key to their great sounds. “The main role AMTIL has played throughout the term of our membership has been one of great collaboration,” Managing Director David Steedman said. “In particular, Greg Chalker is a resource who knows this business and our industrial needs intimately. AMTIL contributes to this business in the identification of government programs or initiatives that are of interest to us whereby we can look to applying for federal or state government funding for various project works.” “This role materialises in not only tangible wins and resultant…

AMW2023 will be held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) from 9-12 May 2023. Organised and run by the Australian Manufacturing Technology Institute Limited (AMTIL), AMW2023 will take up more than 10,770 square metres at the MCEC, with over 340 organisations showcasing the latest manufacturing technologies, processes, and support services. Don’t miss out!  Register online now at australianmanufacturingweek.com.au Over the four days, there will be presentations on the AMW Future Solutions Stage from specialists in each field. Click HERE for more details On Tuesday 9 May, after the Inauguration and Opening Ceremony by the Victorian Minister for Industry Ben Carroll MP, the AMW Future Solutions Speaker Program opens with AM Hub Digital and Additive Manufacturing. Wednesday 10 May brings a range of speakers involved in the work Women have been doing in the field of Manufacturing in Australia. While the entire show is a celebration of Australian Manufacturing, Thursday 11 May’s bank of speakers on the Future Solutions stage showcases a range of manufacturing successes and advances happening here at home, exporting to the world. On Friday…

The Welcome to Country and inauguration ceremony will take place at the Future Solutions Stage from 10:10 AM on Tuesday 9th May. This is the first event for the show. AMTIL is honoured to have Tony Garvey, a celebrated Elder from the local Wurundjeri mob invite them to proceed, with a Welcome to Country for AMW 2023. The Hon. Ben Carroll MP (pictured above), Victorian Minister for Industry and Innovation, and Minister for Manufacturing Sovereignty, will then cover the many insights he sees in the Australian Manufacturing future.  There may be a chance he will stay on to check out the show. Australian Manufacturing Week (AMW2023) is approaching fast! Two weeks away! This will be held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) from 9-12 May 2023. Organised and run by the Australian Manufacturing Technology Institute Limited (AMTIL), AMW2023 will take up more than 10,770 square metres at the MCEC, with over 340 organisations showcasing the latest manufacturing technologies, processes, and support services. Over the four days, there will be presentations on the AMW Future Solutions Stage from specialists in…

Australian Manufacturing Week (AMW2023) is approaching fast! Two weeks away! This huge event will be held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) from 9-12 May 2023. Organised and run by the Australian Manufacturing Technology Institute Limited (AMTIL), AMW2023 will take up more than 10,770 square metres at the MCEC, with over 340 organisations showcasing the latest manufacturing technologies, processes, and support services. Over the four days, there will be presentations on the AMW Future Solutions Stage from specialists in each field. Don’t miss out!  Register online now at australianmanufacturingweek.com.au Day Two of AMW 2023 will promote and recognise the various achievements of Women in the Manufacturing sector in Australia.   11:00 AM – 11:45 AM Geelong Manufacturing Council – What manufacturers need to excel in the 21st Century Location: Future Solutions Speaker Sessions Stage A Geelong Manufacturing Council Regional Women’s panel Leanne Nelson, Program Manager at Geelong Manufacturing Council; Elly Hanlon, General Manager at Hanlon Industries; Roya Khalil, Director of R&D at Incitec Pivot Fertilisers; and Joanne Karkham, Director of Customer Excellence at…

BlueScope Distribution Melbourne is one of 16 branches across the BlueScope Distribution network that provides high-quality steel and aluminium products and processing for its local and broader customer base. In November 2021, BlueScope Distribution committed to an investment of $1.01m to install a custom-made routing machine which enables them to process aluminium plate and sheet products into custom sizes and componentry for our customers.  They are delighted to announce the installation of the new CNC flatbed router at BlueScope Distribution’s Clayton South warehouse in Melbourne. Commissioned in February 2023, the addition of this new capability will complement our existing Aluminium routing capability which already exists at BlueScope Distribution in Perth and Brisbane.  “BlueScope Distribution is nationally aligned to support the transport and manufacturing industries and we are proud to announce our increased capabilities to better serve customers across a wide range of manufacturing industry segments, such as marine, architectural façade, and leisure,” says Sam Gerovasilis, General Manager BlueScope Distribution. As one of the largest of its kind in Victoria, this new machine has the ability to profile complex custom shapes with precision,…

US metal and carbon fibre 3D printing company Markforged will showcase its newest production printer, the FX20, at Australian Manufacturing Week, 9-12 May in Melbourne. In recent years, Australian manufacturing factories have been embracing this technology and integrating it into their existing manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Since launching the FX20 in Australia, Markforged has seen Australian manufacturers adopt its technology into their existing workflows on shop floors. Six months after launching the FX20, Markforged has shipped and established a two-digit network of FX20s in Australia and New Zealand. The FX20 utilised Markforged’s Digital Forge, which uses the Eiger and Simulation software to develop parts quickly and easily. One of the main advantages of additive manufacturing is its ability to produce highly customised parts and components. With traditional manufacturing methods, producing custom parts can be time-consuming and costly, requiring expensive tooling and specialised equipment. With 3D printing, however, the process is much simpler and more efficient. Manufacturers can simply design the part using computer-aided design (CAD) software and then print it on a 3D printer. Many manufacturers around Australia have already recognised…