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$4.45 million Invested into Advanced Manufacturing in the Northern Territory Territory based manufacturers will soon gain access to a multi-milliondollar advanced manufacturing facility. The facility will house robotic and bespoke automation products and services to support the implementation of technology such as robotic welders, automated pick and pack systems and product inspection services.
The project will see Weld Australia member Diverseco and Charles Darwin University (CDU) work closely to develop four new robotic and automation micro credential qualifications tailored to the region and boost local skills and knowledge in advanced processes and machinery for the industry.
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The commitment also enables Diverseco to expand its support services to local manufacturers wishing to advance their operations and improve staff capability by supporting them with access to the latest technology, training programs, design services, equipment implementation, and operations and maintenance activities. Diverseco and its project partners will provide on-site technical support and training services to local businesses seeking to adopt advanced technologies in their operations and support these businesses to upskill their staff. The facility will also be available to local businesses to demonstrate these technologies and develop tailored automated solutions for their individual business needs.
This announcement is the latest co-investment awarded under the Northern Territory’s Advanced Manufacturing Ecosystem Fund (AMEF), which is administered by the Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre (AMGC). AMEF will provide almost half a million dollars towards this initiative, giving industry the ability to experience and test the latest in automation technology with the total project representing a $4.45 million investment into the NT’s manufacturing ecosystem.
Diverseco will support the advancement of NT’s manufacturing industry by leveraging its and CDU’s manufacturing capabilities spanning defence, transport, logistics, agriculture, mining and waste disciplines. Austal Australia Delivers 2nd Cape-Class Patrol Boat Austal Australia has delivered the second of eight Evolved Cape-class Patrol Boats (ECCPB’s) to the Royal Australian Navy.
Austal Limited Chief Executive Officer, Paddy Gregg said the delivery of the second Evolved Cape-class Patrol Boat highlights the critical importance of the vessel as a capability to the Royal Australian Navy, and Australia’s national naval shipbuilding enterprise.
The 58m aluminium monohull patrol boat is the second of eight to be delivered to the Royal Australian Navy. The first Evolved Cape-class Patrol Boat, ADV Cape Otway, was delivered in March 2022, following approximately 18 months construction. The six remaining vessels are in various stages of production at Austal’s Henderson, Western Australia shipyard and deliveries are scheduled progressively through to 2024. The Evolved Capeclass Patrol Boat Project (SEA14451) is employing approximately 400 people directly in Western Australia and engaging more than 300 supply chain partners across Australia.
Photo: Diverseco welding robot. Photo: Austal Australia has delivered the second Evolved Cape-class Patrol Boat. Photo courtesy of Austal.
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Berg Engineering Celebrates Two 50 Year Anniversaries When Keith Pavey clocked in for work at Berg Engineering in Brendale on 19 July, he thought it would just be like any other day. But little did he know his bosses had a surprise double celebration planned to coincide with Berg Engineering’s 50th anniversary and Keith’s 50 years of service.
In front of his colleagues and family, Keith was honoured for his loyalty and dedication by having a warehouse named in his honour, as well as receiving a new Ford Ranger Wildtrak from the company’s founders, Roger and Pam Berg.
Keith said he was shocked and a little lost for words at the kind gesture. “I wasn’t expecting this at all,” Keith said. “I’m really amazed at what Roger and Pam have done and feeling really proud to work for Berg Engineering – they have always been a great company to work for.”
Keith became the company’s first employee when he first met Roger Berg in 1972. He was hired as a fitter and turner and worked with Roger out of a Brisbane garage when the company first started. In his five decades working at the company, Keith has clocked up just over 109,000 hours, which is the equivalent of 64 years of service for the average person.
Founded in 1972, this year marks Berg’s 50 year anniversary. Berg has grown from humble beginnings as a single-room operation to a multi-million-dollar Australian-owned and second-generation, family-run business.
The company started off making garbage bin axels, but today delivers a diverse range of machining, fabrication, welding and reverse engineering services to major companies across Australia and the Asia Pacific. As the company grew, the business moved into a shed on the northside before outgrowing that and moving into its current premises at Brendale in 1987.
Some of the industries that Berg Engineering serves include oil and gas, power, mining, water utilities, rail, defence, civil and general engineering.
This article originally appeared on moretondaily.com.au Thornton Engineering Buys Bob White Electrix Thornton Engineering is expanding into new markets with the purchase of leading electric motor and generator servicing company Bob White Electrix.
“We’ve just taken it over. I see a lot of opportunity in power generation and I think the business could be more along the scale of Thornton Engineering, with the right investment and people,” said owner David Thornton. “I don’t like businesses being sold to private equity. I don’t like that kind of thing. I am sort of old school, but with very modern equipment. I like industries that make sense, that are really needed, with world’s best equipment.”
Thornton’s clients span oil and gas, power, mining, infrastructure and construction, and include BHP and Rio Tinto, Santos and AGL, John Holland and Lendlease. Established in 1975 from a small workshop making farming equipment in western Victoria, the family-owned business has grown to become one of the leading steel fabricators in Australia.
This article originally appeared on geelongmanufacturingcouncil.com.au
Photo: Keith Pavey with his new Ford Ranger Wildtrak. Image courtesyof Moreton Daily. Photo: Image courtesy of Geelong Manufacturing Council.
Three Day Course
Need to use ASME Section IX? Learn how to minimise cost and maximise qualifcation usefulness.
The ASME code is the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) standard that regulates the design, development and construction of boilers and pressure vessels. ASME Section IX specifies the requirements for the qualification of welders and the welding procedure specifications. This three day course will give participants a working knowledge of ASME Section IX, including how to comply with its requirements.
The course will be facilitated by Walter J. Sperko, P.E., the President of Sperko Engineering Services, a consulting firm specialising in metal fabrication technology. He has particular experience in piping and pressure vessel fabrication, installation, maintenance and repair. Mr. Sperko is also a past-Chairman of the ASME Welding, Brazing and Fusing Standards Committee IX and a member of ASME Subcommittee III, Nuclear Components.
Who Should Attend?
This course is intended for people who are involved in writing and qualifying welding and brazing procedure specifications, qualifying welders, brazers and operators, reviewing suppliers procedures, auditing or reviewing in-house procedures and qualifications and estimating jobs which impose the requirements of Section IX.
Course Details
Perth
Date: 16, 17 & 18 November 2022 Venue: Novotel Perth, 388 Murray Street, Perth Room: Cottesloe Room Registration first day: 7:30am Course time: 8:00am – 5:00pm
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Brisbane
Date: 22, 23 and 24 November 2022 Venue: Novotel Brisbane, 38 Cordelia Street, Brisbane Room: Musgrove Room Registration first day: 7:30am Course Time: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Course Overview
A review of the welding processes and variables, and basic steel welding metallurgy will be conducted to provide all participants with sufficient background in welding technology to interpret and understand Section IX. The mechanics of using Section IX and how to address its requirements will be explained in a simple, straightforward manner.
Emphasis will be placed on writing welding procedures so that they contribute positively to the manufacturing process and on qualifying procedures in a cost-effective manner. The requirements for welders and operators will be examined with particular emphasis on minimising the cost and maximising the usefulness of qualifications.
Time will be provided to address individual participant’s problems and concerns. Attendees will receive copies of the course notes covering the course’s content. Attendees must bring a copy of the current edition of Section IX. Multiple choice tests will be given for each section.
Cost
Early Bird Rate:
• Weld Australia Members: $3,610 inc GST • Non Weld Australia Members: $3,810 inc GST
Rate After 1 September 2022:
• Weld Australia Members: $3,760 inc GST • Non Weld Australia Members: $3,960 inc GST
