Trade Displays

New Zealand Biotechnology Learning Hub

www.biotechlearn.org.nz

The Biotechnology Learning Hub aims to make modern biotechnology in New Zealand more accessible to school students and teachers. Since 2005, the Hub has been raising awareness of biotechnology practice and providing opportunities for students to engage with current research and emerging technologies. On the Hub you'll find in-depth examples of biotechnology research in action, including focus stories on Taewa (Māori potatoes), Fish oil in functional foods, Robotic Milking, and Honey for healing. These examples contain a mix of information sheets, teaching resources, video clips, and animations – all linking to the technology and science curricula.

The Hub presents authentic and relevant contexts for learning in Technology. The resources provide opportunities to engage with real problems and explore the ethical issues that surround modern biotechnologies. They also provide rich insights into the content and nature of technology and highlight examples of related careers.

On the Hub teachers can learn from each other by sharing their experiences and classroom resources. The Hub is managed by the School of Education, University of Waikato, and funded by the New Zealand government through the Ministry of Research, Science & Technology.

Techlink: Involve >> Evolve

www.techlink.org.nz

Techlink provides resources to support teachers and students in Technology. The Techlink site reflects a significant and growing body of research and classroom practice. It showcases examples of contemporary teaching and learning in Technology and provides curriculum support and encouragement for teachers in their ongoing planning and implementation of classroom programmes.

Futureintech

www.futureintech.org.nz

Futureintech, an initiative of the Institution of Professional Engineers New Zealand, works with schools and industry leaders to promote careers in technology, engineering, and science. We use a range of resources and materials to provide students, teachers, and caregivers with the tools and information they need to explore these fields. Central to our strategy are the Futureintech Ambassadors, skilled professionals who volunteer to visit classrooms and interact directly with students. By talking about their jobs, answering questions, and participating in projects, Ambassadors get students thinking about career opportunities.

Art Clay NZ Ltd

www.artclaynz.co.nz/

Art Clay NZ Ltd was started five years ago by Peter and Anne-Marie Grace as the sole New Zealand distributors of Art Clay Silver – a precious metal clay.

Fascinated by the process and the possibilities, Peter and Anne-Marie quit the corporate life and started this home based business which now has grown to over 30 Instructors throughout New Zealand. Anne-Marie individually trains every instructor who must complete an internationally set standard of training to become a fully certified Art Clay instructor.

Silver is recycled from the back of used film and x-rays and then mixed with an organic binding agent to make it mouldable. Working then with this "clay", the user is able to easily sculpt, create texture, file and sand their own creation, which once fired, becomes 99.9% silver.

In today's world, where everything is instant, this product fits right in – make a fine silver ring with no prior experience in only a few hours, not days.

Create your own one-of-a-kind piece that's unique to you – no mass production here!

Art Clay NZ Ltd also supplies books, tools, stones, findings and moulding solutions and, most recently, has become the NZ distributor for the Pratley Kraftex Range which includes Decopodge, antique cracking solutions, varnishes and resin.

Massey University

www.massey.ac.nz/

Massey University is internationally recognised for its excellence in teaching and research and is regarded as an innovative and progressive institution. For over 40 years, Massey University has been offering a Food Technology degree to meet the needs of the New Zealand food industry. The Bachelor of Food Technology Honours degree educates graduates to take a leading role in the development of food processing and manufacturing industries, with a mix of pure and applied science, engineering, business and entrepreneurial skills.

Massey Food Technology graduates are highly sought after for technical and management positions in food industries throughout New Zealand, Australia, Europe and Asia. They can be found working in companies ranging from big international businesses to small or medium sized entrepreneurial companies.

In order to nurture interest in schools in Food Science and Technology, Massey University have recently developed MUFTi (Massey University Food Technology information) experiment kits . It is intended that the new kits be a valuable teaching resource for the new Food Technology curriculum in schools.

Technology education requires the use of “practical and intellectual resources to develop products and systems”. 

The range of food technology experiment kits consist of individually designed food experiments to demonstrate the role of additives in product development. Each of the individual kits focuses on a different food product and suitable additive.  Teachers can use this resource to demonstrate modelling in food.

SYSTEM CONTROL ENGINEERING NZ LTD

www.systemcontrol.co.nz

DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY HEAT TREATMENT EQUIPMENT

Flamefast UK Limited are the premier designers and manufacturering specialists for all activities related to hot metal processes for design and technology in schools, Colleges and Technical Institutes. These processes include Brazing, Forging and Casting. Recently to help promote Hot Metal Processes, Flamefast have launched a Low Temperature Casting System which is ideal for schools with limited facilities and for teachers looking to produce the final product.

TopMark Products

www.topmark.co.nz

Turning ideas into reality
We have been supplying a range of Modelmaking materials to schools, tertiary institutions and Universities for several years. This range includes sculpting clays, Moldmaking silicones, casting urethanes and plasters, transparent dyes and opaque pigments, as well as finishing with metal coatings and patinas.

Our expertise and indepth technical knowledge means we can advise on a broad range of requirements and projects. We can help with ideas for jewellery making, scale models, ornaments, artwork and prototypes.

Many of our materials are fast setting and user friendly. Learning is fun and easy. In just one session in the school classroom, you will be able to make a mold, and cast into it . Explore the range of casting materials for different effects from only one mold – flexible, rigid, clear, or all three !.

Pack sizes vary, so you can get volume savings. We even have small casting kits to give you enough material to test and evaluate the process.

Contact us now for a price list and catalogue:

TopMark Products
4/136 Marua Rd
Ellerslie   Auckland
Ph 09 – 5802488 Fax 09 – 5802466
Email – sales @topmark.co.nz
www.topmark.co.nz

Bernina

www.bernina.co.nz

Bernina is a family owned and operated company located in Switzerland. Bernina is renowned - and loved by sewing enthusiasts all over the world – for manufacturing sewing machines of the highest quality and precision.

Bernina has been a favourite amongst sewers, crafters, quilters, dressmakers and embroiderers for over 75 years. Generations of kiwi teenagers have sewn their first seam on a Bernina, then gone on to enjoy a lifetime hobby or career in sewing. Bernina is proud to be the leading supplier of sewing machines to schools in New Zealand. We are also proud to support the continued growth of our vibrant sewing community.

The Bernina brand is synonymous with:

• A passion for sewing
• Exceptional quality
• Innovation
• Inspiring creativity
• Outstanding education
• A strong network of dedicated Bernina Sewing Centres

Every time you sew on a Bernina machine you'll enjoy the exceptional quality and reliability that comes from legendary Swiss precision. From initial inspiration to completion of your finished project, there are no barriers to hold back your creativity.