Winner! 2012 Australian Business Awards - Argon - Product Innovation

Argon's a WINNER!

Fantastic Work for the Argon Team!! - Winning the 2012 Australian Business Awards - in the Product Innovation category!

Very Proud of the great work a dedicated group are achieving in Western Australia!

http://www.argon.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=73:2012winneraustralianbusinessawards&catid=7:news&Itemid=128

"The award specifically recognises Argon’s achievements in industrial robotic mining technology, specifically platform level robotics in assay and mineral testing. Since being established in 2004, the initiative has seen the advancement of core technologies, which are paving the way for safer, more productive working environments in Australia. 

The prestigious and comprehensive awards program, established in 2005, engages with leading corporate, government and non-profit organisations across key industry segments, including financial, manufacturing, professional services, energy, telecommunications, construction, transport, healthcare, education, food services and retail.

Entries are assessed using specific criteria via an established set of business and product award categories, benchmarking the full spectrum of organisational performance and product management to identify the industry leaders for each award category and industry classification. The awards raise the bar across all aspects of quality management and provide organisations with ways to review their business performance and identify their core strengths. 

Howard Digby, General Manager of Argon, said the award reflected the substantial investment the organisation had made in product innovation over the last 5 years.

"The robotic FTGA system is a fine example of our core technology at work for a specific business application in the marketplace. FTGA for iron ore testing, is a business with high customer demand but substantial bottlenecks today. The Argon developed FTGA system provides a cost effective means to break through the logjams, reduce dependancies on tight labour markets, and increase safety, reliability and throughput."

Congratulating Argon, Ms Tara Johnston, Program Director, The Australian Business Awards said: “These types of accolades don’t come easily – they are underpinned by vision and leadership, both of which require a clear dedication to research and development. 

“Despite a challenging business environment locally and abroad, this year’s participants in The Australian Business Awards remain steadfast in their commitment to innovation and excellence,” Ms Johnston said.

“We’re proud to promote the models of business and product excellence in addition to highlighting contributions to the community and sustainability initiatives with these leading organisations and to publicly honour their achievements.

“There was unparalleled breadth and depth in this year’s entries, highlighting the economic stability of Australia and stamping it as the ‘clever country’ for progressive projects, investment, enterprise ventures and workplace practices. Across the private, public and not-for-profit sectors, the 2012 winners of The Australian Business Awards are innovative, agile and truly ‘best in class’.”

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2012 40 under 40 Winner!

A big congratulations goes out to Argon's CEO, Paul Deuchar for his inclusion in WA Business New's "40 under 40" business leaders awards.

http://www.40under40.com.au/40under40Winners/40under40WinnerDetails.aspx?WinnerID=414

Paul was recognised for his pioneering efforts in mining robotics, here in Western Australia. 

"STRIVING to make the impossible possible was at the heart of Paul Deuchar’s decision to found Argon Technology at the age of 24. While studying Mechanical Engineering at Curtin University, Mr Deuchar identified the need for a company that could provide robotic engineering services to the soon-to-be booming resource sector.

Based on that idea and a solid vision, Argon Technology was born in 2004 and quickly grew into the largest robotic organisation in the state, with clients that include BHP Billiton, Rio Tinto and Bluescope Steel.

The company now boasts 12 highly skilled staff, while Mr Deuchar himself has overseen the training of more than 100 engineers, with a commitment to creating a work environment that is both enjoyable and professionally rewarding.

There have been difficulties, however, with Mr Deuchar having tried and failed previously to get the company off the ground, and the navigating the GFC. 

In 2009 Mr Deuchar was recognised as WA’s Young Engineer of the Year for his efforts in developing Argon Technology into a company that is now internationally recognised and accredited.

The business’s success has also allowed Mr Deuchar to give back to the community that has supported him, regularly contributing to a range of charities and encouraging his employees to do the same.

Few can claim to have founded and successfully built their own company from the ground up. Even fewer can claim to have founded an entire industry."

A great wrap on a man who is paving the way for change in our resource based economy. 

On behalf of Paul & Argon a very big congratulations to all 40 Under 40 contestants and a special congratulatory mention to The First Amongst Equals winner "Grey Egerton-Warburton" of Hartleys.