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Industry 4.0 is transforming manufacturing with automation, AI, IoT, and data-driven processes, enabling smarter, more efficient, and competitive production in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Holistic system analysis and digital twins improve design, reduce waste, predict maintenance, and enhance performance through real-time data and simulation.
Recent training on “Building a Customer-Centric Culture” offers new insights into how we can deepen our engagement with our members and wider industry.
LCA is the backbone of data-driven decision-making in our Construction 4.0 project to evaluate and optimise circular design.
We are leading a number of projects involving AI and machine learning, all evolving out of the fundamental work of Hopfield, Hilton and others.
Imagine a construction sector guided not only by technology but knowledge uniquely connected to the rich heritage of Aotearoa.
Building and bridge safety is vital, making it crucial to understand their response to various forces.
As the pressure to build more sustainably grows, so too does the need for innovative solutions that are grounded in both theory and practice.
Decision support tools could help streamline projects, reduce costs, and meet the growing demands for sustainability and resilience.
Understanding AS/NZS 5131 compliance can ensure your projects stand the test of time.
HERA’s latest study indicates that with the right design choices, carbon emissions can be cut by more than 50% – starting today.
Recent rangahau has uncovered how seemingly small misalignments in welded joints could lead to major vulnerabilities.
Transitioning the construction sector to a circular economy is about ensuring our buildings and materials are part of an ongoing cycle that benefits future generations.
Whether you’re just starting your welding journey or are looking for career growth – vocational training and qualifications can open doors in welding.
The Tohu App is how we can unlock the potential of a diverse future workforce and all the benefits they bring to our mahi (work).
Our GM Comms 4.0, Kim Nugent shares learnings from her attendance and speaking engagement at the Brightstar Comms & PR conference.
Often the terms “machine learning” and “artificial intelligence” (AI) are used interchangeably – we break down why they are quite different principles!
Does Aotearoa New Zealand’s Research, Science, and Innovation (RSI) systems prioritise excellence over impact?
Insights into research to develop a reusable EBF to revolutionise earthquake resilience and reduce environmental impact.
Together through circular design and construction 4.0 approaches we’re transforming sustainable construction in Aotearoa.
Innovation to reuse steel structures through development of a seismic Eccentrically Braced Frame with bolted connections.
This guest article from IMS Projects unpacks the invisible chains that hold back your innovation potential.
This guest article written by Adrian Packer, shares insights on how to develop strategic innovation capability.
The importance of Monitoring 4.0 to assess the performance of buildings in the field of structural engineering.
Assessing and extending the life of existing structures can save resources in many areas such as costs, time & sustainability.
This guest article by Reza Kalbasi, explores the benefit of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) in business.
Challenging the mainstream narrative – mass timber’s viability as a sustainable building material
Exploring concerns raised around the risk of fire in structures that accommodate electric vehicles due to EV batteries.
This guest article by John Luxton discusses unconscious bias in the workplace and attracting & retaining female engineers.
In the sustainable future research theme, we’re ensuring that our transformation is environmentally sustainable.
In the emerging technologies theme we’re investigating and developing the underlying technologies supporting the research programs.
In the knowledge transfer theme we’re creating an alternative to traditional linear knowledge or technology required to create transformation.
In the mātauranga Māori theme we’re building a transformational and new paradigm around Construction 4.0 in Aotearoa.
In the monitoring 4.0 theme we’re developing a framework for digital twinning of steel and RC buildings.
In the smart construction theme we’re investigating the intrinsic properties of ‘file to factory’ workflows.
In the circular design theme we’re developing data collection protocols for structural optimisation.
In the data connectivity standardisation theme we’re working to develop protocols for data management.
HERA was were recently one of six finalists in the ‘not for profit’ global SABRE Awards category for our communication.
Get an overview of the research themes for our Construction 4.0 research program delivered by our researchers.
Major international collaboration led by HERA to position NZ’s construction sector in Construction 4.0.
HERA member DBM Vircon is one of the world’s largest structural modelling and steel detailing companies.
We chat with Managing Director, David Moore, about the future of steel, the impact of Industry 4.0 and more.
We explore why Matariki signals a real tide of change for workplaces in Aotearoa and why we should care.
Bob Hawley is the Managing Director at Red Steel, a building company specialising in steel construction.
We chat with Wayne Carson – a passionate advocate for the steel industry with a strong background in mechanical and structural engineering.
Steel structures performed exceptionally well during the February 22, 2011 Christchurch earthquake. Such earthquake performance confirms that steel is the ultimate low-damage solution for modern…
Recent media has really increased the need for the sustainability credentials of steel to be shared more widely.
Employees are the cornerstone of any successful organisation. Not surprisingly, it’s why businesses are constantly looking to fill positions with top employee talent.
At HERA we’ve been asking ourselves what defines our team and the work we do. Our values gear, is the answer to that.
If you user HERA’s Welding Centre you’ll know what this service is worth to you. But can you put it into dollars?
Join us as we talk to Grayson Engineering Managing Director David Moore on the importance of quality in the work they do.