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SouthMACH 2023 where manufacturers and innovators meet
NZ Manufacturing enjoys sharing with readers news of innovative company start-ups. In this issue, on Page 1, we introduce you to Fabribotics, based in Tauranga, developers of technology in large-scale metal additive manufacturing. The company’s proprietary technology allows for the production of custom metal parts ranging from 1kg to 1000kg in size, using a variety of weldable materials, including stainless steel, aluminium, steel and bronze.
SouthMACH, the bi-annual technology trade fair returns to Christchurch Arena from 24-25 May
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In these times of on-going change in products and services for the manufacturing sector, some of it quite profound, it is important to visit trade fairs like this one to see the latest technologies available and mix and discuss business and opportunities with your peers with your peers.
Ideally, visitors will come from Canterbury University, progressive members of the chamber of commerce, industry leaders, engineers, technical specialists, operations managers, company leaders and all who have a stake in the future of manufacturing in the South Island and from further afield. Regional manufacturers from Invercargill and Gore, can drive up the road and spend a couple of days updating their knowledge bank and have a good time.
There is a new Advisor in the Smart Manufacturing department of NZ Manufacturer, Iain Hosie, a Director and Founder of Nanolayr Ltd, Director for the NZ Institute for Minerals and Materials Research, Commercial Director for Fabribotics Ltd, and Executive Council of BiotechNZ. Welcome aboard Iain!
Engineering New Zealand has released a report showing engineering contributes between $14.6 and $18.1 billion a year to New Zealand’s GDP – and that we will need almost 2,500 more engineers every year just to keep up with demand. Full story Page 6.
The heavy engineering industries’ top innovators and changemakers were recognised at the HERA Future Forum Nation Dinner on 5 May 2023 at the Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhet. Sponsored by New Zealand Steel, the awards celebrated the significant impact that individuals and teams are making across Aotearoa, honouring outstanding projects, innovations, and research that demonstrate leading vision and contribute to success within their respective industries. Full story Page 28.
