Part 2 of our Avalon Airshow special, we continue our journey through Australia’s most exciting tech and manufacturing innovations shaping defence, aerospace, and mining. Shane and Paul catch up with four standout companies pushing the limits of what's...

In this special episode recorded live at the 2025 Avalon Airshow, we explore the latest in aerospace and manufacturing technology with four standout innovators. Brian Rajchel from Conflux Technology shares how 3D-printed heat exchangers are making aerospace systems...

This episode is proudly sponsored byIn this episode, we sit down with robotics powerhouse Sue Keay - Chair of the Robotics Australia Board, Director of UNSW's AI Institute, and a long-time champion of Australia’s robotics and AI industries.  We dig into the reality...

In this special event wrap episode, we cover some of the biggest manufacturing and tech events we’ve attended recently and what’s coming up next. From the Digital Manufacturing Hub launch at Swinburne to the Avalon Airshow, AMW 2025, and the ARM Hub Propel Air Sprint,...

In this episode we sit down with Mark Graban—Lean expert, award-winning author, and host of My Favorite Mistake—to explore how technology is reshaping Lean and continuous improvement.  Lean isn’t just about Kanban boards and 5S anymore. With AI, automation, and...

As global trade tensions rise and tariffs shift, what does it all mean for Australian manufacturers? We sit down with Lawrence Christoffelsz, an expert in trade and logistics, to unpack the latest disruptions and the ripple effects on local businesses. Lawrence share...

Shane and Paul kick off the season with an in-depth discussion on the emerging trends in manufacturing, from AI-driven automation to the convergence of IoT and edge computing. They’re joined by Jannat Maqbool from ARM Hub, who shares her insights on Industry 4.0,...

Rob Fisher (CEO & Co-Founder) and John Lake (Technical Lead) of BODD share their incredible journey in bringing world-class 3D body scanning technology to life. Proudly Australian-designed and manufactured, BODD's innovation has transformed how industries—from...

Brad Trewin from Bosch Australia Manufacturing Solutions (BAMS) takes us on a journey through the transformative world of robotics, automation, and manufacturing expertise.  In this episode, we explore:  Bosch’s role in empowering startups and SMEs, with examples like...

Jake Hall, a trailblazer in manufacturing automation and robotics, joins Manufacturing Tech Australia to explore the cutting edge of technological advancements shaping the industry.  In this episode, we delve into the transformative impact of robotics, AI, and digital...

In this episode, Marie Penny from Project Flock and Simon Marriott from Formero dive into the transformative world of 3D printing and its revolutionary impact on product development.  Marie and Simon bring a wealth of knowledge on additive manufacturing, from...

Shane reports live from the All-Energy Australia Conference & Waste Management Expo, where we explore some of Australia’s most cutting-edge advancements in renewable energy and sustainable manufacturing. In this episode, we hear from leaders of Aussie companies...

In this episode co-host Paul Mason turns the mic on Shane Williams and they dive deep into the common pitfalls and challenges of ERP implementations. We draw insights from Shane's latest book, ClustERPuck: 21 Critical ERP Implementation Mistakes …and what to do...

We’re joined by generative design expert Mark Davis to explore how generative design is transforming industries—not just for engineers, but for business owners too. Leveraging a decade of experience leading Autodesk Research, Mark breaks down the differences between...

In this episode we spotlight three groundbreaking Australian businesses that are redefining innovation in their fields.  First up, Byron Kennedy from SPEE3D walks us through their cutting-edge 3D printing technology, which enables rapid on-site production of metal...