The Tohu App – how cultural mapping can boost industry growth!
Our engineering, construction and manufacturing sectors are struggling to find talent. We need to be far more inclusive so we can unlock the potential of a diverse future workforce and…
Got a yearning to understand machine learning & AI?
Often the terms “machine learning” and “artificial intelligence” (AI) are used interchangeably. However, albeit related, they are quite different principles. AI is the more overarching term. It refers to…
Pioneering change: HERA celebrates the launch of new kaupapa Māori initiatives
In a vibrant celebration of culture, innovation, and community, HERA proudly launched two kaupapa Māori projects this week. The launch ceremony, ‘Ka rongo te pō! Ka rongo te ao!’ was…
Which matters more? Excellence or impact?
The Aotearoa New Zealand research, science and innovation (RSI) system is one that purportedly values and rewards research excellence and research impact equally. Despite this, the current system favours…
Resource – Calibration of devices and equipment used in steel construction
HERA is pleased to advise that our Fabrication 4.0/Welding team has released a new technical guide on calibration protocols to support quality steel construction. The intent of this technical…
Learning the ropes – Lydia’s internship experience at John Jones Steel!
Our 2022 Whanake Scholarship recipient Lydia Frater was lucky enough to be appointed an internship at our member company John Jones Steel over the last summer break. This scholarship is…
Meet one of our new 2023 Whanake Scholarship recipients, Tom Tamaira
We’re excited to announce that Tom is one of our recipients of the HERA Whanake Scholarship! Kia ora tātou Ko Te Arawa te waka Ko Tuwharetoa te Iwi Ko…
Embracing the future of advanced manufacturing for Aotearoa New Zealand
This week, HERA visited Australia with Manufacturing Minister Hon Andrew Bayly and industry representatives to better understand how Australia is responding to the “Industry 4.0” revolution. This was a very…
HERA Report R4-161 now released! A diaphragm design guide for steel framed structures
HERA is very excited to release HERA Report R4-161: Diaphragm design guidelines in steel frame structures. A design guide offering users a comprehensive understanding of in-plane diaphragm design principles applicable…
Meet Van Thu HUYNH – exploring AI powered quality control in manufacturing
We are excited to introduce a new member of our international research team, Van Thu HUYNH. He has joined the Australian Composites Manufacturing ACM CRC team at the University of…
From concept to reality – HERA’s innovative software for design available soon!
HERA has launched a practical design tool for engineers, academia, and practitioners to help provide intuitive insight into the design of steel-concrete composite beams with web openings. It is…
Update: latest edition of HERA Report R4-156 now available!
HERA is excited to unveil the release of the second edition of HERA Report R4-156, focusing on the seismic design of steel moment resisting frames. This report has been…