Robotics Australia Group: August Newsletter
Robotics Australia Group
Creating a sustainable Robotics Industry for Australia
August Robotics Recap
Hello and welcome to our August newsletter!
It's National Skills Week this week! Congratulations to our network member,??Monash College Future Skills, on the launch of their latest offering, a Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security)! This comprehensive course ensures that graduates are not only well-trained, but also well-connected and ready to step into their first cybersecurity roles with confidence!
?We are pleased to welcome new network members to the community!
Weiss Lab Consulting is?a product management consultancy based in Sydney that provides fractional CPO, PM hiring, and PM mentoring services.
FAMASO - based in Melbourne, has rapidly become one of Australia's most reputable facilities services companies, evolving from a high-cleaning service provider to a national leader in specialized cleaning, maintenance, and sustainability solutions.
I had the great pleasure of visiting Mikhil Kotak and FAMASO!
Building on its robust foundation and expertise in facility services, FAMASO is now spearheading the next frontier in the industry with its groundbreaking adoption and integration of working drone technology. This innovative leap places FAMASO at the forefront of the sector, distinguishing them as an industry leader in technological advancement. Their pioneering approach to incorporating drones into their service portfolio not only enhances efficiency and safety but also demonstrates their commitment to staying ahead of industry trends.
Stay tuned for more updates, events, and collaborative endeavours as we continue to shape the future of robotics together!
Please follow us on LinkedIn for regular updates on all robotics news in Australia.
Best wishes,
Nicci Rossouw
Out and About!
Spotted our network members Future Skills by Monash College, MicroMelon, and VEX Robotics at EduTECH 2024 in Melbourne on Thursday!
Member Spotlight!
On this month's Member Spotlight, we feature DCNetworx.
DCNetworx is dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service and providing cutting-edge robotic automation solutions at competitive prices. Their commitment to utilizing the latest technology ensures that companies are future-proofed and remain competitive in the marketplace by reducing labor costs and automating processes to maximize efficiency.
Specializing in Robotic Pick and Place, Palletizing, Welding, Sealing, Tending, and R&D projects, DCNetworx caters to businesses of all sizes, offering both staged projects and complete line solutions. They employ the latest in robot simulation software and support all major robot brands.
DCNetworx stands by their customers for the lifetime of their robots, offering nationwide and international support. With robots more affordable than ever, DCNetworx invites businesses to explore new robotic solutions or enhance existing systems, confident that they can help unlock new possibilities
Robotics Roadmap for Australia 2025
A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Network Members!
We want to express our gratitude to all our network members for their unwavering support and sponsorship of the 3rd edition of the Robotics Roadmap for Australia. Your contributions are instrumental in shaping the future of robotics in Australia, guiding innovation, and paving the way for Australia to remain at the forefront of global technological advancements.
This roadmap is not just a document; it’s a collaborative effort that highlights the incredible work being done across our industry. It reflects our collective vision for the future, and we couldn’t have done it without your dedication and partnership.
Together, we're building a strong foundation for the future of robotics in Australia, and we look forward to continuing this journey with you.
Thank you for being a part of this initiative!
Please send us your case study here ROADMAP 2025
Introduction to Industrial Robot Safety Webinar
Join PILZ Australia on 23 August 2024, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM AEST, for an informative webinar on robot safety, hosted via Microsoft Teams. As factory automation continues to advance, understanding the safety standards and safeguarding solutions for industrial robots is crucial, especially in applications where humans and robots interact. This 45-minute session will cover the key safety requirements and provide insights into the global standards currently being updated. Don't miss out—grab your lunch and learn with PILZ Australia!
PMR Discovery Workshop - Asia/Pacific
We are pleased to announce that URF and the Robotics Australia Group are presenting a workshop (September 4th 12-2pm AEST) based on URF's deployment and governance framework for public-area mobile robots (PMRs).
Led by URF's Executive Director, Bern Grush, guest panelists include:
As a Smart City leader, are you looking at how new technologies like public-area mobile robots might be used to improve operations, address labour shortages and enhance accessibility? Have you been asked to report back to your executive leaders on how to prepare for deploying mobility innovations for autonomously transporting people or goods? Or how you might integrate robotics and AI in your maintenance or security operations?
It is not too early to start preparing for the inevitable arrival of PMRs, even if they are not already part of your urban ecosystem today.
Register today! The fee is A$150 to attend this valuable and informative workshop.
Learning Objectives:
- Examine the wide variety of Use Cases for public-area mobile robots (PMRs)
- Review the Opportunities and Challenges, Barriers and Risks associated with deployment
- Understand the 6 Governance Deployment Pillars and 5 Maturity Stages for adopting this new technology
- Get prepared to generate value while addressing the key challenges - ranging from licensing and insurance to public acceptance and certification.
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Who should attend: municipal/government leaders, city council members, facility operations executives (facilities serving the public, such as airports, hospitals, parks, shopping malls, universities), urban planners, traffic planners, logistics operators providing last-mile services, maintenance operators contracted to facilities, security operators intending to add security robots to their operations, airport or hospitals adding robots to move goods or passengers, mobility researchers, and robotics innovators. Huge discount available for network members of Robotics Australia?Group!
We are excited to announce that our network members have the exclusive opportunity to promote their company at the 7th IFAC Workshop on Mining, Mineral, and Metal Processing (MMM) 2024, held in Brisbane this September.
Date: 4-6 September 2024 Location: Brisbane, Australia Scope: Automation, control, and optimization in mining, mineral, and metal processing
Automation in the mining, minerals, and metal processing enhances the efficiency of the processes by optimising the use of resources, reducing waste, and minimising human errors. Automated systems increase productivity and utilisation of assets. They also improve safety by reducing the need for human presence in hazardous environments.
The 7th IFAC Workshop on Mining, Mineral and Metal Processing (IFAC MMM) aims to provide a platform for researchers, practitioners, and experts from various fields to exchange knowledge, present their research findings, and discuss advancements related to the automation, control, and optimization of mining, minerals, and metal processing industries.
Key Topics:
Automation and Control in Mining Mineral Processing and Beneficiation Metallurgical Processes and Smelting Process Optimization and Modelling Sensor Technologies and Instrumentation Integration of Technologies Safety and Environmental Concerns Artificial Intelligence in Mining
Also, 6 companies have the opportunity to share space with us at the conference but they have to register as a?delegate first.
We hope to see you there!
The Rise of Robots
Robotics is on the brink of a transformative era, driven by rapid advancements in AI, ML, and sensor technologies.?This has the immense potential to revolutionize various industries and improve everyday life. Join?Dr. Sue Keay, Chair of the Board at Robotics Australia Group,?Dr. Clyde Webster, CEO of Crest Robotics and a network member of Robotics Australia Group, and Adrian Tyson,?Founder of?Neuranext A.I. Education?where they?discuss?the future of robotics, human-robot collaboration, and how Australia is fostering future technologists through the role of hashtag#STEM in schools. Thu 05 Sep 2024, 05:30 PM AEST ACS Sydney Hub, Level 27, Tower 1, 100 Barangaroo Ave, Sydney
Our network member, STEM Incubators Inc., is collaborating with The City of Kingston to bring you the Kingston Hackathon! Do you know a STEM teacher or student looking for a challenge? The Kingston Hackathon could be just the opportunity they need to use their creative problem-solving skills, mentored by experts in digital technologies, to solve a challenge posed by Kingston Council. Join them for two one-day workshops during the September-October school holidays at the Melbourne PC Users office in Moorabbin—no cost to students.
Mark your calendars for the 5th Annual Digitalisation in Mining Australia event on 26-27 November 2024 at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre, WA. This leading event focuses on emerging digital technologies in the mining sector, addressing key topics such as Machine Learning, AI and Data, Cybersecurity, Automation, Robotics, ESG Tech, and more.
Attendees will have access to dedicated tracks on Artificial Intelligence & Data in Mining, Robotics & Automation in Mining, and ESG Tech in Mining, offering invaluable insights into the latest innovations and efficiencies across the mining value chain.
Exclusive for our network members: enjoy a 30% discount. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving mining industry!
Exciting One-Day Cutting Edge Symposium on March 27, 2025
We are thrilled to announce an upcoming one-day Cutting Edge Symposium on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at CSIRO Clayton, VIC. This event will unite Australian and international researchers eager to explore the application of machine learning (ML) for autonomous, real-time decision-making across various domains.
Historically, industrial productivity has seen significant leaps with the introduction of machines during the Industrial Revolution, their electrification in the 1840s, and their automation in the 1960s. The next major leap is expected to come from machines, devices, and processes that can 'think for themselves.' Advanced decision-making in real-world, unpredictable environments—known as ‘unstructured’ environments—requires ML techniques. These techniques can process large datasets quickly to make context-sensitive decisions, crucial for applications across multiple domains, including autonomous cars.
The symposium will feature keynote lectures from global domain experts (details will follow), discussing the integration of traditional physics-based models with ML to improve decision-making capabilities. Validated physics models can provide 'clean' datasets for training ML models, facilitating more accurate and efficient real-time decisions.
The event will also include optional lab tours and a coding workshop on the following day, Friday, March 28, 2025.
We invite your company to advertise at the symposium with the following sponsorship options:
-Platinum, Gold, and Cocktail Sponsors: Advertise on banners (printed by us; dimensions to be provided) and receive 5 minutes for a pitch before the cocktail networking session. -All Sponsors: Logos will be displayed proportionately on the symposium website, live from September.?
Sponsorship proceeds will support early-career researchers by offering discounts on registration fees and poster competition prizes.
To finalize sponsorships and determine registration fees, please let us know if you would like to take any slot within 14 days of receiving this newsletter. Slots are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. For any questions, feel free to get in touch with us.
We look forward to your participation in this event!
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