The need for energy efficiency in the numerous critical and energy-consuming operations of the chemical and petrochemical manufacturers is lending impetus to the automation and software solutions market in Southeast Asia (SEA), Australia and New Zealand (ANZ).
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Sales of automotive proximity and gesture recognition systems shift into high gear
Having already evolved from knobs and dials, to touch screens and voice recognition, automobiles are on the cusp of a new evolution in user-interface technology.
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Daimler plans to offer self-driving cars by 2020
German auto maker Daimler AG aims to release self-driving cars by 2020. The move is part of an industry-wide race to bring the technology to the market.
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New report finds mining automation may lead to fewer jobs
A study by the University of Queensland has found increasing levels of automation and remote control in mining may lead to fewer jobs in mining communities.
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BHP fast tracks iron ore modernisation
BHP Billiton is fast tracking the modernisation of its Pilbara iron ore division, coinciding with the launch of its new remote operation centre in Perth.
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Conference sets port automation agenda
A conference being held in Sydney today will probe the future of port automation and examine how trade unions should be best involved in the practice.
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Rio’s driverless trucks move 100 million tonnes
Rio Tinto has reached a significant milestone in its use of automated haul trucks in the Pilbara, announcing they have moved more than 100 million tonnes of earth.
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IDSnet integration drives automated line
Coca-Cola Amatil's Northmead plant will have the first highly automated, very repeatable processing line that's virtually free from human intervention.
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Efficient supply chain solutions
It is vital a materials handling system is completely integrated to maintain product flow, and companies should use their contract transport services as a de facto warehousing component.
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