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AMTIL sincerely hopes you enjoyed exploring the latest technology and network with industry leaders at Australia’s biggest precision engineering and manufacturing event. AMW2025 has proven to be the largest and most successful manufacturing trade show ever staged in Australia. The feedback has been pretty humbling. The Future Solutions Speaker program, sponsored proudly by the Victorian Government, active over the first three days has now completed, leaving room for the Schools and Skills Summit, where selected technical college students are given the chance to sit down in front of their potential future employers, as potential real-world future employees. After the presentations in the speakers room, groups of 15 or so students were shown around the halls and directed to where they could potentially end up as employees.  They even had badges depicting their ‘Future Employee’ status. The feedback was tremendous. Numbers through the doors will be revealed elsewhere, but suffice to say, the show was a roaring success. There seemed to be extra energy in people at the stands, right up to and even after the…

AXT, a leader in Australia’s X-ray technology landscape, has announced a strategic expansion of its portfolio through a new partnership with German-based X-ray systems manufacturer VisiConsult. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in delivering high-performance, intelligent Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) solutions tailored to Australia’s unique industrial and research environment. VisiConsult brings over 25 years of experience in designing and manufacturing advanced X-ray systems under its VCxray brand. Already relied on across aerospace, defense, energy, and electronics sectors worldwide, their technology integrates automation, robotics, and AI-powered software—such as Automated Defect Recognition (ADR)—to boost efficiency, accuracy, and readiness for the digital future. Through this partnership, AXT and VisiConsult aim to deliver a complete, end-to-end NDT solution portfolio for the Australian market. This ranges from standard catalogue systems to fully customised platforms for sectors like defence and mining, and is rounded out by a robust software ecosystem that supports the full journey from conventional to fully digital inspection processes. At the core of this transformation is VisiConsult’s commitment to enabling the shift from traditional…

Last year, research from IEEFA revealed that electrification could slash energy use in industrial processes, using heat pump technology that is commercially available today. However, adoption remains slow in Australia, with only a few industrial heat pumps (IHPs) deployed here. In contrast, New Zealand is already well ahead of its larger neighbour. New Zealand’s Energy Efficiency & Conservation Authority (EECA) estimates that about a quarter of their country’s potential for IHPs has now been captured. The shift appears to have contributed to a material decrease in coal and gas use in the country’s food and beverage sector. Between 2019 and 2022 (the latest year of available data), coal use in the food and beverage sector decreased by 12% and gas use by 21%, while electricity use increased by 7%. The successes achieved in New Zealand offer Australia a range of valuable learnings if decisive action is taken now. A comprehensive approach was key to success The New Zealand government started supporting the deployment of IHPs in 2013 through the…

Whatever we did is working. I cannot fault the stallholders' passion and enthusiasm at AMW2025. Everyone wants to be here because they know what they will gather in the end—connections, sales, and renewed, happy business relationships. Also, walking along through the crowds, I find a couple of visitors staring intensely at a screen displaying work being done by an OKUMA robotic machine. They know what they’re looking at. They understand the detail and that’s the difference in crowds between this year and the last time AMW was in Melbourne in 2023. The crowd has a more professional flavour. A few measures were put in place this year for registrations, and I think it focused the visitors. Perhaps the fact that the Federal Election was so last weekend (feels like a month ago, right?), so people are now thinking longer term. They know they can plan out til the end of next year and beyond. All day yesterday, today and Thursday, the ever-popular Future Solutions Speaker program continues to roll out intense presentations in the…

After a weekend of elections for the nation, this industry is ready to show off its wares. While everyone else was tearing into their democracy sausage, the exhibitors were bumping into the MCEC, preparing for this show. Tuesday morning and it all looks fantastic. Come 10am, the Hon Colin Brooks, Victorian Minister for Industry and Advanced Manufacturing, opened the AMW2025 show. “Our government is really proud to sponsor this event and to provide such an important platform for the manufacturing sector,” he said. “We hold this advanced manufacturing event in the nation's manufacturing capital. There’s coffee for our culture here and our significant sporting events. Still, Victoria is also home to the biggest employers, with the country's manufacturing sector comprising more than 23,000 businesses and employing some 273,000 people. The manufacturing sectors are the driving force for the state's economy. Contributing 6% to our gross state products, Victoria exports nearly $26bn worth of goods. Our manufacturers are thriving in Victoria with employment in the sector growing by some 10% in the two years to the…

We hope you have registered to discover new manufacturing magic at AMW2025 at the MCEC in Melbourne. The time taken out of the office and warehouses will be richly rewarded with new connections, education and experiences you can only have when you go to Australia’s biggest and most respected manufacturing show. REGISTER ONLINE NOW and check out more details at the AMW site. While the clock ticks down to the opening of AMW2025, why not quickly look at the EXHIBITORS LIST. So many of the largest Australian manufacturers and a great range of up-and-coming SMEs will be present. There are six distinct areas, each with a particular focus within its manufacturing sector. The variety this year is impressive. There’s an Australian Manufacturers Pavilion, and companies supporting manufacturing are in the Manufacturing Solutions. There’s Robotics, Air Compression and Welding, the Additive Manufacturing Zone, and plenty more. During the first three days, there is a comprehensive lineup of speakers addressing various solutions for manufacturers in the Future Solutions Speaker Program. This program received an excellent response last year in Melbourne. You can view the FUTURE…

Marine Air Flow International is an innovative Australian manufacturer with expertise in designing and manufacturing engine ventilation equipment. The company has built a reputation as a niche player in a highly specialised sector. Focusing on creating filtration systems that separate salt mist particles from the air and provide clean air into engine rooms, the company plays a crucial role in marine engineering. It designs solutions for new builds, retrofits, and rebuilds, serving clients worldwide. Nearly 50% of its business is exported globally. Many of the components within their carefully engineered and high-performance solutions are manufactured from aluminium supplied by Capral. “We’ve had a longstanding relationship with Capral,” said Blake Highland, Production Manager for Marine Air Flow International. “They provide several custom extrusions for us to use in our proprietary designs.” In 2022, Capral Introduced LocAl®, a low-carbon aluminium option. The primary aluminium used in Capral's LocAl® offer is produced using alternative energy sources, which significantly lowers the CO2 emissions associated with its production, at just 4kg CO2e/1kg Al*. LocAl Supergreen offers substantially lower embodied…

Integra Systems is thrilled to announce our participation in the highly anticipated Australian Manufacturing Week 2025. For over 30 years, we have proudly operated as an Australian-made and owned family business based in Melbourne’s North, specialising in industrial product design, engineering, and advanced manufacturing. Renowned for our agile approach, we are committed to design excellence, technological innovation, and sustainable manufacturing. To this end, we have entirely digitised our operations with the Integra K4.0 Kiosk, an Industry 4.0 innovation that transforms manufacturing processes. You can find us at Stand MP550 in the Australian Manufacturers Pavilion, where we will showcase our solutions designed to boost manufacturing efficiency. Industry 4.0 digitisation solutions The Integra K4.0 Kiosk, our Industry 4.0 hardware solution for digitising industrial processes, will be prominently featured. As a central hub for advanced technology integration, it facilitates data-driven decision-making and operational excellence. The Integra K4.0 features a 43-inch touchscreen interface designed to maximise the potential of Industry 4.0. It effortlessly connects to your local files, ERP systems, business applications, or any other software integrated into the system. This…

Australian Manufacturing Week (AMW2025) is almost here. It’s approaching fast! Just about a week away, opening on Tuesday, 6th May 2025 and pushing on into Friday, the 9th May.  AMW2025 is the biggest manufacturing show in Australia, and this newsletter has all the links you need, so REGISTER NOW. The Future Solutions Speaker program at Australian Manufacturing Week aims to bring the most up-to-date knowledge base to the show. In the past three editions, it has grown from strength to strength. All the speakers are finalised based on the most trending topics and issues affecting the manufacturing landscape. Go to the Future Solutions Speaker Program page for more information. The Melbourne AMW2025 show is expected to be larger than any previous events and will be segmented into six zones throughout the MCEC to accommodate the massive demand and the many sectors of our industry. MACHINE TOOLS The Machine Tools zone will serve as the epicentre of the entire exhibition. As the oldest zone, it will showcase the leading companies in the Machine Tools and ancillary equipment…

John Hart will bring the Mazak Integrex i-250H S, Quick Turn 350MY, Variaxis C-600, and the VCN-600 to AMW2025 to demonstrate Mazak’s innovations in machining productivity and MAZATROL Smooth CNC Technology. John Hart will also showcase the Agile Flex robotic loading systems for CNC machine tools and hyperMILL, the CAD/CAM software from OPEN MIND. The next generation of Mazak Integrex, the i-H Series, is helping manufacturers respond quickly to ever-changing production demands while taking advantage of the new digital solutions offered by Mazak’s MAZATROL SmoothAi CNC. The Mazak Integrex i-250H features Mazak’s MAZATROL SmoothAi CNC, the next generation of SMOOTH TECHNOLOGY. In addition to the conversational programming power of MAZATROL, the SmoothAi control leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms to power innovative tools like SMOOTHAi Spindle, SMOOTH CAM Ai, MAZATROL TWINS, and more. The Mazak Quick Turn 350MY CNC turning centre, featuring multi-tasking capability, combines advanced technology, productivity, and value to deliver exceptional performance. As an MY configuration, the machine includes milling capability and Y-axis functionality, a standard through-hole chuck package and an integral turning spindle…

3D Systems offers a broad portfolio of hardware, software, and material solutions, ranging from plastic 3D printers capable of producing over one million parts annually to Direct Metal Printing technology extensively utilised for advanced medical, defence, and carbon capture applications, in addition to the large-format TITAN range that can print full-scale parts up to 1829mm using recycled plastics. Their service is supported by industry-specific engineering expertise and an in-house Applications Innovation Group that maintains direct strategic partnerships with companies such as Airbus, Daimler, Lucid, HAAS Nascar, as well as the Alpine and Sauber F1 teams. Locally, 3D Systems has collaborated on mission-critical applications with Fleet Space Technologies and produced 3D printed Titanium gearboxes for Rodin Cars. 3D Systems has an application-focused approach that provides materials to address the most challenging design and production issues. This includes tough, high-temperature, flexible, and biocompatible materials, as well as QuickCast Air casting, transparent plastics, and Nylon PA11, PA12, and PAx, which are widely used for manufacturing orthotics and prosthetics. Direct Metal Printing allows for the creation of intricate and ultra-fine design…

Utilising a unique processing technology, the QuantuMike features a wider thread pitch. This enables the spindle to move at 2.0mm per rotation—four times faster than typical micrometres. This allows quick and efficient measurements, making it ideal for tasks requiring multiple dimension checks. The QuantuMike offers a maximum permissible error (Jmpe) of just ±1µm, ensuring it meets the requirements of high-precision workpieces. With an IP65 protection rating, this micrometer is water- and dust-resistant, capable of withstanding tough environments where exposure to coolant and debris is common. The ratchet thimble mechanism ensures stable, one-handed operation, providing tactile feedback through ratcheting sounds to confirm secure measurements. The speeder ratchet facilitates rapid spindle feed, enhancing efficiency. An approach speed warning function helps prevent damage from excessive speed, with a flashing display to alert users. Calibration management is made easier with warning alerts for upcoming calibration dates, ensuring your device remains accurate and reliable. The display is more extensive and easier to read from any angle, featuring clear measurement values and icons. Larger buttons enhance usability, and key operations can be customised for…