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ARMA Webinar on Use of Robotics for the Application of Mould in Graphics This webinar is an industry update on the project that ARMA has funded along with ARMCE and in conjunction with the Queens University Belfast. It forms part of a PhD project at Queen’s University on the development, simulation, and optimisation of an Advanced Robotic Manufacturing Cell for the rotational moulding process. This project aims to develop
the level of automation and technology use in the rotational moulding process and the webinar provided insight into the development of the project around using automation for the application of graphics and was presented by the QUB PhD student, Conor Moore.
ARMA Networking Events a Success With the postponement of our annual conference and the limited travel allowed within Australia and New Zealand, the decision was made to host a series of networking events in Australia and New Zealand in conjunction with the launch of the online Masterclass at the Machine video series. Starting with a breakfast in Brisbane, then a brunch in Melbourne, and a luncheon in Auckland, over 85 attendees took the time to get together, for the first time in 2 years. Based around the opportunity to network in a casual environment, there were presentations from Masterclass Sponsors, PSI Brand, Qenos, Matrix Polymers & Micropellets Australia as well as insight into where ARMA is heading over the next 2 years. The first of the Masterclass at the Machine technical video series was then played as everyone enjoyed their meal and took the time to catch up.
The feedback was extremely positive and smaller, localised events will be organised over the next 12 months, as we strive to open up and hopefully be able to conference again in 2022
Safety Takes Priority for ARMA The Safety Working Group started coming together at the beginning of this year, kicking off with a review of the Large Product Delivery Guide. This guide outlines the responsibilities that relate to the loading and unloading of large products and is designed to help support the respective safety journey of our members and supporters. They are now reviewing the ARMA
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Machine Guarding Guide, which will be released in the coming month. The group has also initiated a unique concept for the PPE safety posters that have been printed and posted out to all members, focussing on eye protection, ear protection, safety glasses and vests.
