Unpacking decision support tools for smarter construction
A decision support tool is a computer-based tool that assists decision-making. The tools analyse data to evaluate a range of options and identify the optimal option. They are most useful…
An overview – Industrial coating to AS/NZS 5131
When it comes to protecting structural steel from the harshest environments, the right industrial coating can mean the difference between long-lasting performance and costly failure. Understanding AS/NZS 5131 compliance can…
Comms 4.0 – are you ready for the future of communications?
You know what I love? When events align perfectly with your needs… and just over a month ago – I experienced just that! Picture this: a room filled with…
Innovating and succeeding through FY24
HERA’s AGM was held last week and celebrated the achievements of our mahi across FY24. Attended by several HERA members, we reflected on a successful FY24 which delivered on what…
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…
ROBUST testing underway!
HERA and the HERA Foundation are pleased to share that testing has finally been able to begin on the ROBUST building systems project. The ROBUST building systems project was…
HERA 2023 year in review
This year HERA has increased, initiated and built upon a number of world-leading research programs. These programs reinforce HERA and Aotearoa New Zealand’s leadership in research related to low carbon…
Meet Taine Naera – our newest student intern
Taine is no stranger to HERA, being one of the recipients of our 2023 Whanake scholarship, which we are partnering with Pūhoro to deliver. So, we are glad he could join…
Cameron Henderson’s triumph in engineering at the University of Canterbury
Congratulations to Cameron Henderson, who has been recognised for his outstanding performance in the ENCI436 course at the University of Canterbury and winning a HERA Top Student prize! Navigating…
HERA awards prize for the ‘Best Final Year Student Project’ at the University of Auckland
We recently had the pleasure of awarding Michelle Mahoney and Fraser Longmuir the HERA prize for the best final-year student project related to heavy engineering at the University of Auckland.…
Major international collaboration – HERA and ACM CRC to revolutionise circular design in composites manufacturing and metals
HERA is thrilled to announce an exciting collaboration with Australian Composites Manufacturing CRC to lead the way in digital transformation for Circular Design 4.0. ACM CRC (formally The Sovereign Manufacturing…
Reflecting on 100 podcast episodes for Stirring the Pot!
It is hard to even believe that HERA has made the major milestone of releasing our 100th podcast episode! I recall the moment that we sat in our newly engaged…