International Metalworking News for Asia Magazine - December 2024

In this issue

In this final 2024 issue of International Metalworking News for Asia, we delve into the latest advancements and sustainability efforts reshaping the manufacturing landscape. In Enterprise Close-up, we feature an exclusive interview with Mr. Oh TK, Manager at Nanyang Polytechnic, who shares how his team is helping South East Asian manufacturers adopt sustainable and efficient practices.
Our Machine Tools section highlights revolutionary technology capable of producing precision ball pins every seven seconds, underscoring the importance of innovation in automotive components.
We bring insights from the Advanced Manufacturing Technology & Sustainability Showcase 2024, where industry leaders, including Mr. Raymond Wee and Mr. Jimmy Teo, discussed the future of sustainable manufacturing.
In Lasers & Welding, discover TRUMPF’s TruLaser Series 1000 Lean Edition, designed to support small-scale manufacturers with an efficient and cost-effective laser cutting solution. Meanwhile, in Tooling & Workholding, we examine the growing role of aluminium in automotive weight reduction, spurred on by the rise of electromobility.
Software & Control explores the transformative new features in GibbsCAM 2024, which aim to streamline CAD/CAM operations and boost productivity. In Metrology, we discuss the sustainable practices in machine tool operations that are driving reduced carbon footprints and greater efficiency.
Lastly, our Outlook 2025 gathers insights from industry leaders on emerging trends in Southeast Asia, offering a glimpse into what the future holds for the region’s manufacturing sector.
Enjoy this packed issue as we journey through the technologies and strategies paving the way for a sustainable and efficient future in manufacturing.

International Metalworking News for Asia Magazine Description:

International Metalworking News for Asia is published 6x a year in English with highlights in Chinese. The magazine facilitates technology transfer by providing readers in South East Asia's metalworking industry with the latest information on metal cutting and metal forming processes, and the latest technology in machinery and use of materials. It also offers practical solutions to improve productivity, reduce cost, and turn innovations into real competitive advantages as well as the latest market information, trade show reviews and videos, and people and company profiles, written by industry experts and correspondents across the region. Also included are exclusive content and articles from Ringier's family of metalworking industry magazines covering Greater China and other parts of the world, such as International Metalworking News for China, International Mold & Die Making News for China, Modern Machine Tools, American Machinist, and International Metalworking News – Middle East & Africa. The interactive content allows readers to make direct and immediate contact with advertisers/suppliers and featured companies in the editorial by clicking on the web site and email addresses in each issue, access online content in Ringier’s metalworking website (metalworking.industrysourcing.com), and avail of video content through iTunes and Google Play.