The Machinist Magazine - August 2024

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Rittal and Eplan inaugurate new sales office in Bangalore

RITTAL, the global leader in industrial enclosure, power distribution, climate control, and IT infrastructure solutions, along with Eplan, the innovator in software solutions for electrical engineering, have announced the official inauguration of our new sales office in Bangalore, India.

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Daimler India Commercial Vehicles announces the appointment of its Head of Bus Business

DAIMLER INDIA COMMERCIAL VEHICLES (DICV), a wholly owned subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG (“Daimler Truck”), announced the appointment of Mr. Andamuthu Ponnusamy as Head of Bus Business, effective July 1, 2024. Mr. Andamuthu P began his journey with DICV in 2011 and brings over 35 years of experience in the automotive (passenger and commercial vehicle) industry, specialising in operations management.

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RECYCLING REVOLUTION: POWERING INDIA'S EV MANUFACTURING WITH E-WASTE

While electronic waste remains a significant challenge, there are numerous opportunities to transform it into a valuable resource through recycling. The article emphasises the critical role of e-waste recycling in EVs and battery manufacturing.

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ENHANCING MSME GROWTH AND STARTUP ECOSYSTEMS THROUGH KHADI MANUFACTURING

This article explores both the challenges inherent in this integration and the synergies that can be tapped to invigorate the MSME sector and fortify the burgeoning startup landscape.

3 mins

EXICOM TO ACQUIRE BUSINESS AND ASSETS OF TRITIUM

Exicom Tele-systems Limited, India’s largest electric vehicle charger manufacturer, announced that its subsidiary Exicom Power Solutions B.V. Netherlands and other step-down subsidiaries, have entered into a definitive agreement under which it will acquire business and assets of Tritium group of companies (henceforth referred to as “Tritium”), a distinguished global leader in DC fast chargers, headquartered in Australia.

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IN-LINE LEAK TESTING: ADVANCED INDUSTRIAL SOLUTION FOR APPLIANCES

A look at Marposs' Dryer Heat Pump Leak Test application and how it ensures high product quality without compromising the requisite high productivity to meet market demands at production sites.

2 mins

UNLOCKING THE VALUE OF DATA-DRIVEN MANUFACTURING

The article delves into the smart manufacturing adoption in India, emphasising the crucial role of data. It also discusses how manufacturers can tackle challenges such as data silos, cultural resistance, and the digital skills gap to leverage their data fully.

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THE CRUCIAL ROLE OF TRAINING AND SUPPORT FOR EFFECTIVE METROLOGY IMPLEMENTATION

Aveen Padmaprabha, Head of Industrial Quality Solutions, Carl Zeiss India (Bangalore) Pvt. Ltd., discusses the benefits of continuous training and development in metrology and addresses common implementation mistakes.

6 mins

"BY FY 2025, OUR ORDER INTAKE WILL GROW BY 12-15 PER CENT"

Reshu Madan, the new CEO of Sterlite Power's Global Products and Solutions business, aims to position the company as one of the top ten global wire and cable companies. In a recent interview, he outlined plans for sustained growth, seizing emerging opportunities, expanding into export markets, and developing high-performance products. Madan also discussed the company's demerger and other plans in an interview with Nisha Shukla.

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INDIA'S ELECTRONICS INDUSTRY SURGES: CHALLENGING CHINA'S DOMINANCE AMIDST SKILL DEFICITS

The success of India's foray into electronics manufacturing hinges on infrastructural and policy support, along with the availability of a proficient workforce capable of driving innovation, efficiency, and competitiveness. The article underscores the importance of addressing the skill deficit and why it is essential to fully capitalise on the sector's growth potential and ensure its longterm sustainability.

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FROM TECH UPGRADES TO CYBER PARADES

With manufacturers embracing news age technologies such as AI, IoT, and robotics to their production processes, the need for robust cybersecurity measures has grown multi fold. Here's a study on the digital manufacturing revolution, the challenges of transitioning, the critical need for cybersecurity, and the future trends shaping the industry.

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EXPERIENCE UPGRADED DRILLING WITH KENNAMETAL'S NEXT GENERATION DRILL FIX PRO™™

Drilling or holemaking is a metal cutting process used to produce circular holes of desired sizes, depths, quality, and tolerances via three types of drills - solid drills, modular drills, and indexable drills - each with their own unique advantages.

2 mins

LAPP INDIA TO SHOWCASE LATEST INDUSTRIAL COMMUNICATION SOLUTIONS AT AUTOMATION EXPO 2024

LAPP India, a leading provider of cable and connectivity solutions, will be showcasing its latest Industrial Communication solutions at the upcoming Automation Expo 2024. The event will be held from 21st to 24th August 2024, at the Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC) in Mumbai.

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THE NEW OFFICECHAIN FROM IGUS

More and more people are using height-adjustable desks for ergonomic working.

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The Machinist Magazine published by Worldwide Media is a monthly magazine that covers the world of manufacturing in India. It is one of the most popular manufacturing magazines in India.

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