Automotive
EM - Efficient Manufacturing
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…
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December 2022
EM - Efficient Manufacturing
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.
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December 2022
EM - Efficient Manufacturing
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.
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December 2022
EM - Efficient Manufacturing
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.
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December 2022
EM - Efficient Manufacturing
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…
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December 2022
EM - Efficient Manufacturing
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.
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December 2022
EM - Efficient Manufacturing
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.
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December 2022
EM - Efficient Manufacturing
"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...
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December 2022
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Snap-tap laydown insert threading system
Snap-Tap thread turning tools
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December 2022
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Industrial gear units
MAXXDRIVEⓇ XT
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December 2022
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Metal powders for Additive Manufacturing
Metal additive powder
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December 2022
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CNC fibre laser cutting machine
WALC series
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December 2022
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Compact miniaturisation module
Han Domino Module and Han® HPR Compact
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December 2022
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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.
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December 2022
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High-speed steel lathe tools
High-Speed Steel (HSS) cutting tools
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December 2022
EM - Efficient Manufacturing
Powder bed fusion system
EBuild® 850 system
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December 2022
EM - Efficient Manufacturing
The right choice for Swiss machining
The case study talks about how Oregon’s Pacific Swiss relies on ESPRIT to supply precision-machined parts to worldwide customers, leading to impressive results, from the most complex parts not taking more than a day to programme to enhanced productivity.
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October 2022
EM - Efficient Manufacturing
Innovative solutions driving the mechanical engineering sector
The annual flagship event of VDMA witnesses' participation of over 320 participants from 21 cities of India and Germany. Event showcased line-up of presentations, speeches, awards and discussions as partners, participating companies and delegates together make this event a grand success.
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October 2022
EM - Efficient Manufacturing
Data protection and cybersecurity in one solution
The case study describes how Tata Steel Downstream Products, modernises its backup infrastructure with Acronis Cyber Protect. Doing so increased protected workloads by 50x and improved RTO and RPO from five and seven days, respectively, to 4-6 hours and one day or less.
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October 2022
EM - Efficient Manufacturing
Indian manufacturing: Today and tomorrow
As human civilisation moves faster towards further milestones in development, the very concept of development itself seems to change. While the wheel of the economy essentially drives development and vice versa, societies too have undergone a massive transformation. The article traces down evolution of the manufacturing industry and talks about the next revolution in the manufacturing era.
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October 2022
EM - Efficient Manufacturing
Solution ready software to improve operational flow
Using NX helped Aeramic create faster manufacturing turnaround times and prevent valuable data loss while transferring data during production. Overall, company productivity has increased by a staggering 50%.
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October 2022
EM - Efficient Manufacturing
Paperless factories Way of the future!
Over years, manufacturing units across industries have used paper for various operational purposes. However, today, with rapid rise in digital tools; going paperless has almost become a pre-requisite for achieving manufacturing excellence. The article explains how production can grow manifold with the help of paperless manufacturing operations leading to significant productivity improvement in the coming years.
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October 2022
EM - Efficient Manufacturing
Preventing material contamination
The article discusses about process-optimised melting units with special beam control that enables the production of high-purity ingots with minimal loss. In addition, it allows easy maintenance and cleaning during material changes by the plant operator.
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October 2022
EM - Efficient Manufacturing
Empowering mechanisms perform at higher levels
The last few years have witnessed the manufacturing industry going through massive and revolutionary changes. Current trends point towards an increase in adoption as the products being developed in the automotive, defence, and medical industries push the boundaries of what was thought to be the limits of manufacturing capabilities. The article sheds light on how precision cutting technologies have enabled higher efficiency levels.
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October 2022
EM - Efficient Manufacturing
Enhancing medical applications with 3D Printing
Manufacturing has its roots in various aspects starting from smaller pins to enormous aircrafts. But in healthcare, there is a need to confine the term to ‘Digital Manufacturing’ instead of other methodologies. The article talks about the most common medical applications of 3D Printing technology, while highlighting the challenges and regulations involved.
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October 2022
EM - Efficient Manufacturing
Decoding the National Logistics Policy and its roadmap
Addressing logistic challenges is essential to ensure a successful manufacturing practice. This means that logistics management needs to have the right number of resources or inputs at the right time, get them to the appropriate location in proper condition, and deliver them to the correct internal or external customer. The Cover Story elaborates on how leading industry players appreciate the new logistics policy framework. read on...
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October 2022
EM - Efficient Manufacturing
Siemens launches open digital business platform ‘Siemens Xcelerator’ in India
Siemens recently announced the launch of ‘Siemens Xcelerator’ in India at ‘Siemens India Innovation Day 2022’ in Mumbai.
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September 2022
EM - Efficient Manufacturing
Blue Energy Motors launches India’s first LNG-fuelled green trucks
Blue Energy Motors launched India’s first Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) fuelled green truck at its recently inaugurated plant in Chakan, Pune.
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September 2022
EM - Efficient Manufacturing
ABB India ‘Smart Power portfolio’ expands capacity with cobots to transition to Industry 5.0
ABB India has expanded and upgraded its Smart Power factory in Nelamangala, Bengaluru, to meet the strong demand growth for its smart power solutions and energy management technologies with one of the first Industry 5.0 production processes.
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September 2022
EM - Efficient Manufacturing
Making India future-ready
Empowering the upcoming working generation with skill upgradation and hands-on industrial training is a significant booster for reducing India’s current economic pressure. The article talks about the importance of upskilling workforce in India, while highlighting the key milestones for achieving sustainable growth.
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