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CSIRO brings automation from the skies to underground

Wednesday 10 March 2010

CSIRO says it is bringing automation technology originally developed for space exploration into the Australian underground.


Millatec Engineering opens centralised factory

Tuesday 09 March 2010

MILLATEC Engineering opened a new factory in Brisbane on 9 March 2010, centralising its facilities under one roof.


Manufacturers embrace longwall automation

Thursday 09 July 2009

Agreement gives Bucyrus licence to use longwall technology in its equipment.


CSIRO developing fire-resistant coating materials

Thursday 25 June 2009

Researchers are working on coatings that can withstand temperatures of more than 1000°C.


Watching drinking water

Saturday 16 May 2009

Wireless technology from CSIRO monitors Lake Wivenhoe catchment.


Water footprint in goods manufacturing a concern

Thursday 23 April 2009

Global network of private- and public-sector orgs promote sustainable use of fresh-water resources in the manufacturing of goods, services.


Saving water is key to reducing energy use

Monday 19 January 2009

A recent report by CSIRO and the Water Services Association of Australia gives a clearer picture of water and energy use in Australia and NZ and highlights areas offering potentially significant water and energy savings.


CSIRO UltraBattery goes international

Tuesday 23 September 2008

The CSIRO's UltraBattery is set to have a global impact on greenhouse gas emissions after Japan’s Furukawa Battery Company and US manufacturer East Penn today signed an international distribution agreement.


Plastics coating technology wins award

Wednesday 23 July 2008

The development of a new, ‘eco-sustainable’ coating technology for plastics has won CSIRO and its project partner, Dulux Powder Coatings, one of Australia’s leading environmental awards – the Banksia Eco-Innovation Award.


Wool proves worth in respirator market

Thursday 26 June 2008

CUTTING-edge wool textile technology developed by CSIRO for industrial air filtration systems has found its first lucrative commercial application in the manufacture of respirators for the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) market.


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