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Why a highly-skilled workforce is critical for success

Fiona Kingsford. “While employers may not be able to protect jobs from automation, we can collectively be responsible for protecting our people and preparing them for change through ongoing training and reskilling.” Ensuring staff have the right skills now and in the future is vital for the sustainability, productivity and global competitiveness of New Zealand’s manufacturing industry. Fiona Kingsford, chief executive of industry training organisation Competenz, says industrial changes, innovations and automation are changing the number and types of jobs in New Zealand and, more critically, the sort of knowledge and skills people in the industry need to develop. “We know that unqualified and low-skilled positions are predicted to have the highest probability of replacement by computerisation or machines. It’s challenging to keep up with the changes, let alone anticipate the workforce requirements to respond. “While employers may not be able to protect jobs from automation, we can collectively be responsible for protecting our people and preparing them for change through ongoing training and reskilling.” Data from economic research organisation Infometrics shows the manufacturing sector will need to find more than 12,000 people by 2022 to predominantly replace workers who retire or leave. Approximately half of the workforce has no post-school qualification. Training and education are essential for responding to rapidly advancing technology, succession planning and ongoing profitability and competitive advantage. “Through our ongoing dialogue with businesses, there is concern within the manufacturing sector about the lack of team leaders and tradespeople who possess managerial skills,” Kingsford says. “This is highly-relevant to workforce development as research consistently highlights that there is a link between quality of management and the productivity of the business.” Competenz works with more than 3,500 companies around New Zealand and more than 26,000 trainees and apprentices – more than 4,000 of those in the […]

EMEX 2018 – The biggest in decades

More than 150 international and local exhibitors will inform, delight, entertain and celebrate kiwi design and innovation across the three days. There’s also the serious business of putting forward great commercial deals for the manufacturing community. If you’re in Engineering, Manufacturing or Electronics then you really need to visit this free event to best position your business with the latest technology on offer. This year will see more machines onsite at EMEX than previously. New Zealand’s leading CNC suppliers are going all out to showcase their latest products and machining technology. In addition, exhibitors from the world of industrial automation will be displaying Robotics that are shaping the future of the manufacturing industry. The top NZ suppliers are set to wow visitors with a range of automation solutions that will deliver your business efficiencies and the ability to compete on a global scale. One of the key features of EMEX 2018 is the comprehensive free seminar program. “on all 3 days of the show there are informative and thought-provoking sessions covering topics ranging from Advanced Manufacturing (incl. 3D printing), Industry 4.0, Collaborative Product Design, skill shortages in the industry and how to address these as well as Practical solutions for implementation of Health & Safety practices, all presented by some of the most respected experts in their field Kiwi Design & Manufacturing Innovation – Close up The addition of an extra exhibiting hall sees the introduction of an Innovation Quarter with the featured presence of the Stabicraft 1600 Fisher brought to EMEX by Stabicraft and Caliber Design, an engineering, analysis, and mechanical design consultancy. Jonathan Prince, Director at Caliber Design says, “this is a brilliant example of collaborative product design where in order to compete globally New Zealand businesses have had to innovate and collaborate to make collective gains. “The […]

EMEX 2018 highlights hot topics in Engineering and Manufacturing

As EMEX 2018 is gearing up to be the largest event in its almost 40 year history, showcasing the latest technologies and products, it will also address the most pressing issues industry is facing. How do NZ companies address the growing lack of skilled labour and succession problems? What are we doing in areas as work safety and what practical steps are we making to improve our not so great record? What does all this talk about Industry 4.0 actually mean for you? Innovation is a fancy and very popular word but what qualifies as an innovative product? Who can help your business to become more innovative? You will find answers to all these questions at EMEX 2018 by talking to the experts and visiting the Innovation Quarter in the newly added Hall 1, where advisors from Callaghan Innovation are happy to discuss opportunities on how to tap into the Government R & D funds. You may even be the lucky winner of the $5,000 prize. The Innovation Quarter will showcase amazing technology that is revolutionising the industry. EMEX 2018 is proud to host the Employment & Training Hub where you can discuss your needs with ‘The Manufacturers Network’ and the Maintenance Engineers Society of New Zealand (MESNZ), who both are enthusiastic supporters of Competenz and M.I.T., who will run ‘speed meets’ will feature amazing technology and activities that include apprenticeship workshops and ‘speed meets,’ where employers are coupled to young upcoming talent, aiming for a career in Engineering and/or Manufacturing. The third reason why you should visit Hall 1 is the Work Safe Advisory Lounge, where you can have a meaningful conversation with specialist about the real workplace health & safety you’re required to implement. Myths are taken away really quickly when talking to one of the experts. If […]

EMEX 2016: NZMEA shares membership benefits

In the picture: EMEX attracting decisionmakers. The New Zealand Manufacturers and Exporters Association (NZMEA) is finding EMEX 2016 an excellent opportunity to explain its services and membership benefits to both exhibitors and visitors to the show which kicked off in Auckland yesterday.

EMEX 2016: Off to an early start

The visitors have arrived and the show is up and running.

EMEX 2016 underway

EMEX 2016, the largest manufacturing trade fair in New Zealand is underway. NZ Manufacturer will bring you developments and keep you in touch with the show over the next three days.

EMEX 2016 – A must attend event in 2016

In the picture: Rodney Oxford, Total CNC. In less than 12 weeks 4,500+ visitors seeking the latest in innovative products will descend on the ASB Showgrounds to attend EMEX, New Zealand’s largest engineering, manufacturing, machinery, electronics and technology trade show. With more than 150 exhibitors, 3 full days of industry lead seminars, special features, visitor prizes, including the chance to win a brand new Ford and exclusive VIP networking events it’s the industry’s must attend event in 2016. EMEX is a highly significant event for the vibrant engineering, manufacturing community. It’s where the whole industry comes together, and its importance is highlighted with the high profile people who make a point of visiting, spending time on exhibitor stands, attending the seminar program and networking with fellow industry professionals. This year’s event is perfectly timed to help those in engineering and manufacturing find solutions that will grow their businesses and contribute to the economy. It’s encouraging to see from recent reports including Statistics NZ Economic Survey of Manufacturing that manufacturing is growing as total sales increased in the December quarter after what was already a strong increase in the previous period. EMEX 2016 will focus on helping to sustain this growth as we promote the theme of ‘Bringing Manufacturing Home’ and celebrating local NZ Manufacturers. With just a few stands remaining the event is on track to be a sell out with this year’s suppliers going all-out, ensuring that visiting industry professionals will feast their eyes on the latest and greatest from around the globe. One example is from Total CNC Products Ltd as they introduce the impressive new Kitamura Mytrunnion 4G. The 4G is a full simultaneous 5-axis machining centre with a maximum work piece size of 550mm diameter and 400mm high. The spindle is a high speed 15,000rpm and […]

EMEX 2016 set to be the biggest in over a decade

With still nearly 3 months to go until kick-off, one of New Zealand’s largest industry trade events EMEX (Engineering, Manufacturing and Electronics Exhibition) is well on its way to being a sell-out event making it one of the largest for many years. Over 140 national and international exhibiting companies have already confirmed they’ll be there showcasing the latest technologies, products and services that will Inspire Manufacturing and Innovation Excellence. Add to this plans to further capitalise on a strong 2014 event that achieved over 25% growth in industry visitors, EMEX 2016 is once more shaping up to be the leading event for the engineering, manufacturing, machinery, electronics and technology industries. The latest high tech and innovative equipment, in some cases Southern Hemisphere firsts, will be showcased at the ASB Showgrounds on the 31st of May, 1st & 2nd of June this year. Companies such as AmProm, Plazmax, Haas and many others will be bringing to the event the very latest innovations with cutting edge products and technology. Amprom, for example, will be bringing the latest fibre laser cutting machine which visitors can see in full action. The EMEX 2016 theme of Inspiring Manufacturing and Innovation Excellence will be dominant over the three days through live product demonstrations, special features and a very full schedule of industry led education and learning Seminars. The schedule will cover a variety of topics such as ‘Additive Manufacturing’, which also includes a Callaghan Innovation Network event, ‘Robotics’, ‘Workplace Health & Safety’ and Keynote presentations by Industry leaders from NZMEA, Metals NZ, MESNZ and NEIDA. ‘There is very strong industry support for EMEX 2016’ says EMEX sales manager Aad van der Poel ‘which I believe reflects the current industry and economic sentiment. We see many exhibitors returning after a more challenging period’ as business is gaining […]

SouthMACH 15 – an astounding result for exhibitors and visitors alike

SouthMACH, the South Island’s largest event for the manufacturing, engineering, electronics and technology industries has been called an amazing success by both visitors and exhibitors. This was the first SouthMACH event organised by new owners XPO Exhibitions who acquired the show in late 2013 and “we couldn’t be more delighted with the results” says XPO Sales & Events Director Tony Waite. “We have been inundated with feedback that the show delivered a lot more new products and innovations with many qualified and quality visitors attending the 2 day event”. Even though XPO Exhibitions own and organise some of New Zealand’s largest and longest running trade events, Waite admits it’s always a nervous time when you deploy a new acquisition for the first time. There are so many unknowns; Have we got the right mix of exhibitors? Will our exhibitors like the way we run the show versus the previous owner? Are we reaching the right type of visitor and will that visitor attend? Is the marketing program right? Have we got the right partners on board? Will the industry support us? Thankfully, and through a great deal of hard work and planning from the XPO team and our exhibitors and supporters we are pleased to say that we ticked all the boxes. SouthMACH attracted 104 international and local exhibiting companies across a range of industries and was attended by 1,967 visitors (authenticated by the Audited Media Association of Australasia) making it one of the most successful events since its inception. Celebrating the ‘Heartland of New Zealand Manufacturing’ the Christchurch based event attracted a wide range of products and services from leading exhibitors. On display was the latest in CNC machinery, advanced press brake technology, live welding demonstrations, 3D printing technology and robotics. Several key features were on site including local […]

Leussink distributor for Faro Edge ScanArm + LLP Scanner

Leussink Engineering, appearing on Stand 112 at SouthMACH 2015, is the new Faro metrology distributor for New Zealand. Australian engineering design and refurbishment specialist Leussink Engineering has added Faro Metrology technologies equipment to their portfolio of engineering capabilities & distribution within New Zealand. The latest Faro Edge ScanArm is a portable coordinate measuring machine (CMM) that allows manufacturers easy verification of product quality by performing 3D inspections, tool certifications, CAD comparison, dimensional analysis, reverse engineering, and more. The all-new FARO Edge is the most advanced, state-of the-art Faro Arm ever produced. With the Edge ScanArm, the addition of the Faro Laser Line Probe to the Faro Arm adds unparalleled noncontact 3D scanning capabilities for detailed measurement of surface form, making the ScanArm the perfect combination of a contact and non-contact portable CMM. The Faro Laser Tracker is an extremely accurate, portable coordinate measuring machine that enables you to build products, optimise processes, and deliver solutions by measuring quickly, simply and precisely. Customers around the world trust the Faro Laser Tracker to solve their everyday measurement challenges as well as their most complex problems that simply weren’t previously possible. Companies are saving millions of dollars by completing jobs faster, reducing downtime, eliminating costly scrap, and getting accurate, consistent, and reportable measurement data. Key features of Faro Edge ScanArm and Vantage Laser Tracker include: • Accurately performs measurements within many refurbishment applications • Operates in real time • Particularly effective in measuring alignment and providing proper trending and distortions • Allows complex geometry, surfaces and feature positions to be compared to nominal data without any need to relocate the part to a fixed inspection tool • Provides full volumetric accuracy tests and verifies dimensional integrity and repeatability

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