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Australian Stories

Safety stories

Queensland Govt backs safety-tech firm to tune of $1m

Queensland Government invests $1m in safety-tech company TicTocTrack to enhance its integrated tracking software platform.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Mar 2019

Global Stories

Safety stories

Hybrid & Remote Work

StaySafe, what3words launch app for locating remote workers in emergencies

Workplace safety firm StaySafe has partnered with what3words to help locate workers and send immediate help in emergency situations.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 11th May 2021

Hybrid & Remote Work

Managing health, safety, and security with visitor management systems

Workers are keen to continue flexible working post-pandemic, but it poses challenges for workforce management. Digital visitor management systems can help.

By Stephen Darracott • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Mar 2021

Internet of Things

Epson sets sights on growing sensor market

Epson to sell new sensing technologies for motion analysis and data collection in everyday life, expanding into new markets. #technology #sensors.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 5th Oct 2020

Unified Communications

RealWear expands ANZ reach with VExpress

RealWear provides a purpose-built hands-free wearable device that can be used in extremely noisy industrial environments.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Aug 2020

Radio

Motorola APX NEXT brings tech innovation to public safety

Motorola Solutions launches APX NEXT, an advanced public safety radio with LTE and voice control via the ViQi virtual assistant, enhancing field communications.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2019

Digital Transformation

Hitachi Insight Group deploys smart city video software in APAC

Hitachi Insight Group launches Hitachi Video Analytics software to enhance its Smart City and Public Safety solutions.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Fri, 10th Feb 2017

Stories from Other Regions

Safety stories

Agricultural Technology

Precision hydraulics helps defend the America’s Cup

Precision hoses and fittings helped keep the 6-7 tonne AC75 foiling boats upright as the contest was decided by engineering as much as sailing.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 26th Mar 2021

Supply Chain

Rail’s big comeback

Long-term upgrades to tracks, trains and ferries could finally be unlocked as the government shifts rail funding away from annual budget battles.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 6th Jan 2020

Safety

Kiwi company finds more success in Australia

Rio Tinto’s tyre-handling forklift operators are seeing safer, simpler controls after Hydraulink engineered a joystick system for the machines.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Tue, 20th Aug 2019

Manufacturing

New trends in engineering plastics signpost the future of automation, processing and construction

Manufacturers are gaining cheaper, safer and lighter parts as advanced plastics replace metal in machinery, buildings and bulk handling.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2019

Smart Cities

Connected services designed to improve elevator and escalator performance

Passengers in New Zealand and Australia should see fewer delays as sensor data helps KONE predict faults and cut lift downtime.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Nov 2018

Robotics

Invert Robotics recognised for its life-saving robots

Invert Robotics, a New Zealand firm, has been recognised for its life-saving robot 'Alfie', which enhances safety in chemical, industrial, and energy sectors.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Jun 2018