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Enhancing machine tool performance with Industrial Bearings
As Industry 4.0 gains further ground in manufacturing across the globe, the machine tool sector will play an important role. With equipment design and manufacturing processes based on a combination of mechanical engineering technologies and digital control technology, the sector is at the forefront of this Industrial Revolution
Building Traceability in Manufacturing
The need for traceability in Industrial Manufacturing is growing rapidly. As a result, it has become an essential component of modern production processes. A read on...
RISE OF MICROFACTORY DEFINING MANUFACTURING EXCELLENCE EXCENTENCE
'Microfactory', coined in Japan in 1990, has been employed effectively by many enterprises globally over the past three decades. Today, it has evolved into a commercially viable substitute for traditional manufacturing. However, as the name is still not widely accepted, numerous industrial technologies are referred to as microfactories. This Cover Story defines every aspect of such microfactories. A read on...
Adopting battery swapping for E-mobility
Electric vehicles are becoming popular in today’s world, particularly with growing use case in the commercial vehicle space. Many industry manufacturers and solution providers are working on measures to make electric vehicles more affordable, easy to charge and cost-effective to operate. Battery swapping is one such technology that provides all these benefits to fleet operators
Trends in deburring and precision surfaces
In almost all branches of the industry, part-specific surface finishes have a major impact on product quality. Accordingly, rising demands are being placed on cleanliness and the absence of burrs, as well as on design, surface finish. Thanks to innovative and optimised solutions, these requirements can be met reliably, reproducibly and cost-effectively
Ensuring Safe Access Management
This article explains how Pilz India provides safe and secure automation solutions to make manufacturing setups and shop floors more digital, connected, flexible, efficient, safe and secure
How are robots making manufacturing smarter?
Recent global changes have become a catalyst for digital transformation in the manufacturing industry, and India is no exception. The first part of the article explains usage of Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) which helps to advance competitiveness while adding improved flexibility and resilience to processes
E-mobility in India: The road ahead
The future of the EV industry in India looks bright, with potential to create millions of jobs and contribute towards the country’s Green-India goal. With right policies, infrastructure, and investments, EV industry can redefine the transportation and logistics sector and lead the way towards a cleaner and sustainable future
"Optimising manufacturing practices is essential"
…says Vishwanath Rao, Managing Director, Altair India. In an interaction with Neha Basudkar Ghate, he explains the role of modern manufacturing processes in the current Indian landscape
"Time to scale manufacturing industries with disruptive Data Science Platform"
...says Dr Prashant Pansare, CEO & Founder, Rubiscape Labs. In an interview with Neha Basudkar Ghate, he explains unfolding the complexity of manufacturers with the help of efficient data science platform
"Quality, performance, and sustainability, are the new standards manufacturing processes should adopt"
…says Hitesh Mehta, General Manager, Honeywell Advanced Materials, India. In an interview with Sanjay Jadhav, he talks about the role of advanced materials in the manufacturing landscape
A tribute to the life and work of Waman Dattatreya Patwardhan
A great nuclear chemist known for his work in the Indian Space Program, Indian Nuclear and Missile Program, Waman Dattatreya Patwardhan
Dark Factories – Next Phase Of Smart Factories
The evolution of the industry has seen standardisation, mechanisation, automation and intelligent & self-governing machines as part of the Industry 1.0 to 4.0 or 5.0 stages. As an extreme side of automation, the concept of self-running, completely automatic factories without any intervention of mankind are getting known as 'Dark Factories'. A read on...
Solving Real-Time Complexities With Digitalisation
The article explains how technologies like Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality will enable the manufacturing industry to increase efficiency, improve customer service and reduce costs.
Celebrating customer success and manufacturing excellence
Blaser Swisslube recently celebrated the 4th edition of the ‘Blaser Swisslube Productivity Trophy 2022’ India edition in Chennai, India on December 2, 2022. This award ceremony was attended by top-notch industry leaders and the company’s successful customers. A post-event report…
Al-Ahead of the curve
AI, which was coined decades ago, is busting myths and misconceptions and permeating the industry ecosystem, playing an integral role and assisting with power efficiencies. This feature explains how Al's paradigm shift within the manufacturing industry specifically-one that increases competitiveness and boosts profits as well as productivity-works in tandem with revolutionary technology.
Ramping battery cell manufacturing required to meet EV goals
The Electric Vehicle (EV) market is developing at a rapid pace. EVs are gaining attention across the globe as they help reduce emissions. The article sheds light on how battery cell manufacturing needs to be boosted in the current scenario.
Transforming the production of medical components
The medical component manufacturing industry plays a key role in producing several life-saving devices and parts that directly contribute to a better quality of life for citizens. With ageing populations, emerging healthcare challenges, and the growing emphasis on health, the demand for these products is only set to increase drastically.
Al transformation manufacturing from conventional into digital
With various demanding technological advancements coming to the forefront, one can fairly say that industries are optimising efficiency, performance, productivity, and, ultimately profitability like never before. This article explains how AI plays an influential role in this transformation and how it has been key in driving the transformation from conventional manufacturing to digital. A read on…
Cybersecurity to safeguard operating technology
The fourth industrial revolution heralds an era of tremendous potential for innovation and growth. It also brings new risks and challenges, this might be most evident in today’s manufacturing cyber landscape. This section explores how cybersecurity has been prioritised by manufacturers, with a focus on OT cybersecurity to safeguard operating technology assets, systems, and processes from cyberattack and comply with strict regulatory requirements.
Data drives the operational efficiency
In the data-driven economy, turning data into actionable analytics is the best way to boost efficiency, quality, & productivity. This column illustrates, data playing a crucial role in industries increasing the manufacturing operational efficiency.
"Making the most of India's conducive business climate"
...states Prashant Sardeshmukh, Managing Director, MMC Hardmetal India. In an interaction with Neha Basudkar Ghate, he talks about the business dynamics of the company & analyses disruptive technology in the cutting tool industry. Excerpts...
Snap-tap laydown insert threading system
Snap-Tap thread turning tools
Industrial gear units
MAXXDRIVEⓇ XT
Metal powders for Additive Manufacturing
Metal additive powder
CNC fibre laser cutting machine
WALC series
Compact miniaturisation module
Han Domino Module and Han® HPR Compact
Micro medical extrusion tooling
Guill Tool & Engineering recently introduced the new micro medical extrusion tooling, TD2, an extrusion crosshead that uses micro-fine adjustment screws for precise concentricity adjustment.
High-speed steel lathe tools
High-Speed Steel (HSS) cutting tools
Powder bed fusion system
EBuild® 850 system