Stirling success for metal project!
As part of our works to tap into the minds of our up and coming engineers we like to support local universities and recognise students who are breaking barriers and…
Investing in next generation with sponsorship of IPENZ events for young engineers
If there was ever a cause to invest in, not much else would be worth more than investing in your future. HERA recognises this and places value not just on…
Sharing innovation experiences at the University of Auckland Business School
Recently, we were invited to speak at the University of Auckland School of Business on our innovation and entrepreneurship experiences in the heavy engineering industry. Invited by University of Auckland…
#MIC2017 HERA stream – being part of transformation
The HERA organised stream at the Metals Industry Conference in Christchurch focused on industry transformation for our members and HERA’s role in it. We think it was very relevant and…
HERA mourns the loss of Associate Professor John Butterworth
We’re saddened to share the passing of University of Auckland’s Associate Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering John Butterworth. Passing away after a long illness on 4 September – we…
Record high for steel consumption – but could missing data point to higher actual use?
Overall, our FY 2017 (Jul16 – Jun17) heavy steel consumption reached just over 173,000 tonnes – 1.4% higher than last year and a new record in our steel statistics. This…
Call for interest – HERA is seeking our new CEO. Could it be you?
After over 30 years of leadership within HERA, our current Director Dr Wolfgang Scholz has announced his intended retirement at the end of the year. Wolfgang has held this role…
A ‘well-cast’ conference by Casting Technology NZ
Last week our Manager Industry Development Dr. Boaz Habib had the opportunity to present at the Casting Technology New Zealand Annual Conference, 11 – 13 August 2017. Focused on the…
A major milestone struck in our seismic testing on stainless
We’re pleased to announce that the first test on stainless steel connection was successfully performed 28 July 2017 at the University of Auckland’s testing lab. Answering what we believe is…
Wyoming roaming for CCVIII
Our General Manager Structural Systems heads to Wyoming USA from 30 July to 2 August where he’ll present at the 8th International Conference on Composite Construction in Steel and Concrete.…
NAFEMS stimulates simulation engineering expertise
Last month we were proud to have our Finite Element Analyst Nandor Mago in Stockholm, Sweden. Where he attended NAFEMS World Congress and the 3rd International Conference on Simulation Process…
We’re stripping off to bare a new us!
Get ready to see some changes… because after almost a year on from gathering your feedback and consulting with our Executive Board, management team and staff – we’re on the…