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MADE IN INDIA FOR ASIA

A cutting tools major has expanded its manufacturing base in Bengaluru by doubling the plant size to serve the Asian markets.

ENERGISED FOR GROWTH!

While expanding its product portfolio and enhancing its manufacturing capacities and capabilities, Kinetic Green is now considering a Series 1 funding to aggressively build scale and capitalize on its first-mover advantage, says Sulajja Firodia Motwani, Founder and CEO, Kinetic Green Energy and Power Solutions

OPTIMIZATION MODULE TACKLES TOUGH MATERIALS

It is now possible to visualize excessive forces, inefficient cutting parameters, metal removal rate, power consumption, torque, and tool deflection.

A STRONG GROWTH TRAJECTORY!

As markets mature, there will be newer applications and thus, newer products and technologies will make their way into the Indian market, says Subir Chowdhury, MD & CEO, JCB India Ltd

Valuing Differences!

Empowering women makes sense for our business because their inclusion in the economic cycle has a magnifying impact on growth and the health and progress of their families as well, says Anjali Pandey – Vice President Engine Business and Component Business, Cummins India ABO.

In The Right Direction

Greaves Cotton has been optimistically cautious about the overall market scenario and expects positive movement banking on its diversification strategy and focus on new business, says Nagesh Basavanhalli, the company’s MD & CEO

Formidable Growth Prospects!

The Halma India hub has the capabilities to incubate, accelerate growth and scale and be a catalyst for Revenue Growth / Engineering Value Addition for its Operating companies, says Inken Braunschmidt Chief Innovation and Digital Officer, Halma Plc

Energy Storage And Security

Whether the energy production is from a thermal power plant or wind power from a field of turbines, energy storage technologies can capture the energy and make it available when it is needed most.

Enabling Businesses

India has jumped 14 places to move to the 63rd position in this year’s global ease of Doing Business rankings. The Machinist presents a quick analysis.

Driving With Data

Machine learning and artificial intelligence allow you to fully benefit from the wealth of data generated before, during and after the sales process

Cybersecurity For Future Connected Mobility

Most cars made after 2010 have some elements of connectivity in the vehicle. However, as the amount of software content increases in a vehicle and we move towards increased levels of connectivity, it becomes imperative to explore the security aspects of such connectivity.

Driving Transformation!

Jan Gurander, Global Deputy CEO, AB Volvo Group, was in India sometime back. The Machinist magazine caught up with him to understand why he is impressed with the speed at which India is transforming.

How To Optimize Aluminium Machining In The Automotive Industry

Cutting tools play an important role in automotive manufacturing. These tools can make the job easy.

Powered Up For Growth!

The potential for the India market is very encouraging with a huge demand expected in infra and other areas leading to a demand for commercial vehicles, construction equipment vehicles and other related equipment, says Li Jian, MD, Shangdong Heavy Industry India Pvt. Ltd

The Power Of One!

The rapid integration of the different organizations under one Wabtec umbrella to leverage the scale and portfolio is a key challenge and is essential to drive synergies and operational efficiencies, says Dr. Sujatha Narayan, Regional GM, Wabtec Corporation in India & MD, Faiveley Transport Rail Technologies India Limited, a Wabtec company.

In Safe Hands

Engineers at JLR’s Gaydon site have used advanced manufacturing expertise to design and 3D print a glove which reduces muscle fatigue and is also be flexible and comfortable enough to wear during an eight-hits shift.

Zero Achievement!

Toyota Kirloskar Motor is ensuring zero plastic waste directly to landfills and has also achieved a recyclability of 96 percent at its operating plant at Bidadi, Karnataka

Industry 4.0 – People As Key Players

The consideration being given to skill development is immense as the people factor is at the core of every industrial revolution.

Driving To The Future

We have garnered valuable experience with Indian customers and conditions which gives us the confidence that EVs are definitely going to be the future of mobility, says Mahesh Babu, CEO – Mahindra Electric.

On The Top!

India, being the largest two-wheeler market in the world, offers a huge opportunity not just to helmets manufacturers but also to the manufacturers of two-wheeler accessories, says Rajeev Kapur, MD, Steelbird Helmets.

From Seed To Seat

This is how soy foam proved key to Ford’s push to use renewables.

R&D And Quality At The Focus

Akshay Dhoot, Head of Technology & Innovation, Videocon speaks to The Machinist about company’s journey and technical advancements.

‘Engineering' The Future!

If products are designed and engineered with high-strength science, they are more robust and end consumers can trust them, says Viraj Kalyani, Founder & Chairman, Kalyani Studio

Innovators Wanted!

A firm can virtually innovate in any area such as products, services, processes, business models, user experience, selling processes and many more as long as it aligns with its strategic areas of focus.

Engineering Tomorrow

Danfoss India’s plant in Chennai is engineering tomorrow’s India. Let’s see how.

Zero Compromise!

Whether it is product, processes or practices, Videocon makes no compromise in achieving or maintaining it, says Abhijit Kotnis, the Company’s Chief Manufacturing and Sourcing officer.

Robotics 2.0 Is Knocking: Here's What It Means

By 2020, we may see robots taking on tasks that were never thought to have the potential to be automated.

Intelligent Production For The New Sprinter

For the upcoming start of production of the new model of the iconic Sprinter van, Mercedes-Benz Vans brings new connected series-production technologies online.

Production And New Orders Increase In September 2017

Favourable economic conditions and strong underlying demand were linked by survey respondents to greater production.

Maharashtra And Gujarat On Top Of Manufacturing Chart: ASSOCHAM Study

Various parameters considered include number of factories, output value, etc.