The Advanced Manufacturing team's focus is on novel techniques, equipment and tools for processing products with high variation. Applications often involve processing natural products such as meat, fish and timber. The Advanced Manufacturing Group's focus is on novel equipment and tools for processing products with high variation.
Applications often involve processing natural products such as meat, fish and timber.
A particular specialisation is on equipment and mechanical systems for forestry and timber processing applications. The group carries out contract research and development of automated equipment in close association with clients and engineering companies. In the timber and forestry sector, the team has conducted projects for manufacturers of sawmills and circular saws and pine processing mills. The team is involved in Government-funded research as well as carrying out consultancy, research, and development for industry bodies, equipment manufacturers and equipment users. The team is a multi-disciplinary mix of staff with mechanical, electrical, robotics and software engineering skills.