FoodWaikato plant expansion to inject $38.5m into NZ economy
In the picture: FoodWaikato plant manager Dave Shute gives Economic Development Minister Steven Joyce a tour through the plant. Economic Development Minister Steven Joyce today opened the $5m expansion of Waikato Innovation Park’s FoodWaikato plant. The expansion is expected to inject an extra $38.5m per year in export revenue back into […]
Increase revenue by increasing productivity
The increased revenue from increased productivity will come from being engaged in the question, how can we come up with one product fitting all our different customer’s needs? -Katalin Csikasz, TechPro Plus Interested in increasing revenue by streamlining, mass-producing and increasing production volume through your factory all in once? If […]
Growth continues in April
The latest New Zealand Manufacturers and Exporters Association (NZMEA) Survey of Business Conditions completed during May 2015, shows total sales in April 2015 increased 14.08% (year on year export sales increased by 17.06% with domestic sales increasing 8.10%) on April 2014. The NZMEA survey sample this month covered NZ$358m in […]
Battery chargers more intelligent and much more practical
Models in the ‘Intelli-Charge’ battery charger range offer an adjustable charge rate, including the smaller 7Amp, 10Amp and 15Amp versions, increasing their suitability for use by home, marine, transport and commercial customers, as well as workshop professionals. Until now, a variable charge rate was only available in the larger 25Amp, […]
Delcam launches FeatureCAM for feature-based programming
In the picture: Turning-head holders have been added to the range of machining accessories supported by FeatureCAM. Delcam has launched the 2015 R3 release of its FeatureCAM feature-based CAM software. This includes a range of enhancements to give high-quality results on all types of machine tool, including complex mill-turn equipment and […]
Manufacturer receives innovation commendation from Government
The introduction of Kiwi-designed innovative products has seen a New Zealand based exporter recognised in a new government-lead initiative to promote creative research and development in New Zealand business. Heating appliance manufacturer Rinnai was assessed on their innovative practices by the Callaghan Institute, a stand-alone crown entity established in 2013, […]
SouthMACH 2015 – Industry Machines, Robots, Prize Draws, Education and so much more…
With less than two months to go there’s a buzz around the South Island’s – and one of New Zealand’s – biggest and most anticipated engineering, machinery, industrial and technology events. SouthMACH is well-known among engineers, machinists, communications technicians and managers, technical operators, operations managers and anyone involved in manufacturing. […]
Bliss in Invercargill
Sometimes we talk about the regions as if they under some secluded rock, a long long way from Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. It is true, however, that we don’t know enough about what they are doing – if we live in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch – even when companies in […]
Open Polytechnic study opens up career opportunities
With a high demand in New Zealand for qualified, skilled engineering graduates, Open Polytechnic provides a variety of study pathways to help those working in the industry with professional development. Flexible distance learning enables students in employment to enhance their careers through on-going learning and upskilling. Blair Falconer, who is completing […]
ACC levy cuts about right
The EMA has welcomed reductions to ACC levies announced as part of the 2015 Budget as timely and about right. EMA CEO Kim Campbell says the $500 million reduction over two years comes at the right time following ACC’s sound financial performance and the solid footing which has the scheme […]
NZMEA appoints new Chief Executive
Dieter Adam, a senior executive with experience in a broad range of international and national commercial and scientific organisations, has been appointed Chief Executive of the New Zealand Manufacturers and Exporters Association (NZMEA). Announcing the appointment, NZMEA President Tom Thomson said Dieter has a solid record of performance and leadership […]
Business pleased with prudential approach to earthquake strengthening
Businesses in the north will be pleased the government has had a change of heart over its punitive earthquake strengthening rules, says Kim Campbell, chief executive of the Employers and Manufacturers Association. Building Minister Nick Smith has announced there will be no one-size-fits-all of New Zealand for earthquake strengthening as […]
Editorial, August NZManufacturer magazine -When will we hold an Economic Reform Roundtable?
We don’t have a Productivity Commission and we don’t have Callaghan Innovation anymore. No time to be sentimental but, who would run an Economic Reform Roundtable – like the one being held in Canberra this week, with a focus on Productivity? Because we badly need one. We have the determination of EMA, HERA, NZCTU, ECANZ, IPENZ, VANZ to look after their members, assist them to get ahead and open opportunities. The Chambers of Commerce do the same. Technology groups talk the talk for their members as well. But the negotiating aspect, the financial aspect, is needed to build on the 70% of export earnings coming in from the primary sector and ensure that manufacturing from the workshop, science and technology increase their market share on overseas markets. And, of course, it asks the question: “What came out of the Investment Conference held earlier this year in Auckland? Probably a good time to have another look on You Tube at: Sir Paul Callaghan – StrategyNZ: Mapping our Future – March 2011 As a decisionmaker, a leader in your company, you are welcome to share with readers your path to success and what the future looks like. publisher@xtra.co.nz