SouthMACH 2015

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SouthMACH 2019 what’s not new!

Entrepreneur’s development lab Local Canterbury businesses and organisations have created the ‘go to’ destination at this year’s SouthMACH! Motovated Design & Analysis, Brush Technology, ARA Mechanical Engineering, The Ministry of Awesome and Fab Lab have joined forces and created a unique environment for creativity and information sharing, building new knowledge, creating alignment and developing comprehensive solutions. Forward-looking firms, incubators, entrepreneurs, and agencies that collaborate with each other to develop cutting-edge products for the marketplace. The Entrepreneur’s Development Hub foster’s the growth of our future manufacturing technology business’, introduce them to the marketplace and facilitate networks for commercial success. NZ tech startup – the lab Innovation in the manufacturing technology space is advancing at record speeds. What is new today can be old technology tomorrow. More and more professionals and young entrepreneurs are pushing the boundaries of technology finding innovative solutions and creating new applications and products. SouthMACH is the place to discover these new gems at The Lab – an incubator for all the up and coming Kiwi tech start-ups to showcase their innovative ideas to a wide professional audience of Engineers, Manufacturers, Designers, Consultants and Investors, and be in the draw to win sponsored prizes to a value of over $10,000. 12 start-ups will be given the opportunity to display their innovative product designs during SouthMACH 2019 and access advice from product development consultants as well as other participants in the Entrepreneur’s Development Hub on all aspects of project design and market entry. Entrants will be able to connect with investors and gain understanding of what is required to attract potential investment. The innovation quarter The Innovation Lab is where the latest technology in Engineering and Manufacturing in New Zealand will be displayed. Exhibitors have the opportunity to display in the Innovation Quarter as the world looks to New […]

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

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. But with the show now in the trusted hands of New Zealand’s leading trade event organisers, XPO Exhibitions, it’s poised for take-off as the best ever. “SouthMACH only happens every two years. This year’s exhibitor list is impressive with a range of new industry suppliers on board in addition to established ones. Visitors will be able to talk with global experts, get up close and hands-on with the latest tools, products, technology and services, take advantage of exclusive show-only deals, up-skill and stay current with a wide range of free and low-cost seminars, and network with fellow professionals to get great ideas and solutions to nagging problems. “It’s not all business either, with break-out areas for relaxation and conversation, and the chance to win a brand new Ford Transit. All trade visitors have to do to be in to win is to attend SouthMACH, then visit the Ford stand at SouthMACH, and have your event badge scanned.” Other attractions – work-related, of course – at the South Island’s premier technology trade show include the incredible “as-seen-on-TV” robot Baxter from kanDO Innovation Ltd. kanDO Business Development Manager, Ash Taylor, says people are fascinated with Baxter. “Baxter is an interactive production robot that has been designed to work safely with human workers, yet be flexible enough to also adapt to a changes in production. “Baxter will stop on human contact – it pauses its activity and will wait for its operating zone to become clear before resuming.” Baxter’s not the only robot […]

SouthMACH 2015: The machinery of business

The South’s premier tech trade show has been reinvigorated for 2015, with new owners XPO Exhibitions working hard to ensure that visitors and exhibitors alike get great business value from the time they invest. International and local exhibitors will inform, delight, entertain and do great business deals with industry professionals from all over New Zealand – and some from abroad – and the close to sold-out event. Aad van der Poel, Sales Manager for the event, says SouthMACH is the South Island’s premier technology trade show celebrating the heartland of NZ Manufacturing. “If you are an engineer – mechanical, design, consultant, electrical; machinist; communications technician/manager; supervisor; technical operator; operations manager or similar, then SouthMACH offers the tools, technology and services to work smarter. “With one visit to this show you can see all the big names from your industry and can really weigh up the benefits of each before you make the big decision. You can then be sure you are getting the very best. There’s no charge to visit if you pre-register and, as a trade-only event, you can be assured that your time will be well invested. This biennial event gives you the opportunity to come face-to-face with the experts behind the key innovations entering the New Zealand market.” Aad notes that while there’s plenty of time for those in the industry to register, time’s running out for companies wanting to be seen at SouthMACH. “There aren’t many spaces left. If you want to get your products and services in front of thousands of people keen to find the best and latest, then you need to act now and give XPO a call.” One of the businesses that made sure it secured its spot is kanDO Innovation Ltd and its TV star robot Baxter which is featured […]

SouthMACH 2015 an event to look forward to

SouthMACH 2015 is the South Island’s largest trade only exhibition and 2015’s must attend event for anyone in the Manufacturing, Engineering, Machinery & Electronics industries. Free to all registered visitors, SouthMACH will be held at the Horncastle Arena, Addington, Christchurch over two days from 22-23 July 2015 showcasing the latest innovations, equipment, technology, services and products to industry professionals, supported by educational and professional development seminars and workshops. NZ’s largest Trade Show organiser, XPO Exhibitions (XPO), are the proud new owners of this event and are delighted to be charged with rejuvenating and growing SouthMACH at a time when the manufacturing industry is taking off. With over 30 years experience and organisers of the very successful EMEX industry event, XPO knows there is no better way to reach your target market to Showcase your product or services, Educate your customer on best practice, and to Sell directly to a quality and qualified visitor. This year’s event is forging ahead with strong exhibitor bookings and development of key features from some of New Zealand’s newest manufacturing and engineering companies and who are leading the world in technology advancement and innovation. A full seminar program over the two days will provide a forum for education, discussion and the sharing of knowledge and expertise, critical in the sustainability and growth of the industry. This, combined with VIP programs, a greater marketing investment and strong support from the nation’s leading industry partners including NZMEA, Engineering News, NZ Manufacturer, Demm, IEDA and MetalsNZ, this year’s SouthMACH will be Bigger, Better and Stronger than ever before. Not to mention there will be many great visitor prizes up for grabs including the chance to win a brand new Ford Transit Custom. SouthMACH 15 will provide an effective, engaging and dynamic forum allowing those in the industry to […]