In this edition of International Metalworking News for Asia, we feature a diverse range of articles that highlight groundbreaking developments in various sectors of the manufacturing and technology industries.
Starting on page 10 with “Enterprise Close-up,” Jake Farragher, General Manager- Asia at ANCA CNC Machines, provides a deep dive into the innovative features of ANCA’s MX7 ULTRA. This state-of-the-art machine stands out in the premium ULTRA range, pushing the boundaries of precision engineering for the production of cutting-edge tools.
Proceed to page 15 for a closer look at the evolving landscape of manufacturing in South East Asia. Wai Yip Lee, General Manager of Hurco (S.E Asia) Pte Ltd, shares insights into the strategic initiatives undertaken to empower CNC users and successfully navigate the challenges posed by this dynamic industry.
The “Dialogue” section on page 12 brings you Judy Chang, Global Sales Director Sales Division at Techman Robot Inc., as she discusses how TM Robot is revolutionising industrial automation in Thailand with the TM AI Cobot S Series. Under Judy Chang’s leadership, Techman Robot is committed to showcasing this innovative solution as a game-changer in the field.

Welcome to the latest issue of International Metalworking News for Asia, where we bring you the latest news, trends, and insights from the metalworking industry in Asia and beyond. In this issue, we have a special report on the future of manufacturing in 2024, where we present views from industry experts on how digital transformation, sustainability, supply chain resilience, and human-AI collaboration will shape the manufacturing sector in the post-pandemic world. We also have an exclusive interview with Ben Newey, Vice President, Sales and Marketing (API) of Hyster-Yale Group, a global manufacturer of lift trucks and material handling equipment. He talks about the company’s branding strategy in APAC and how it differentiates itself from the competition.
In addition, we have a feature article on how Siemens software solutions can help automotive and transportation companies to accelerate their electrifcation journey and achieve their sustainability goals. We have an interview with Nand Kochhar, VP Automotive and Transportation Industries, and Puneet Sinha, Sr. Director, Battery Industry, at Siemens Digital Industries Software. They share their insights on how Siemens software solutions are enabling automotive companies to design, develop, and deliver innovative products and services that meet the evolving needs and expectations of customers and regulators.

In today’s industrial manufacturing organisations, technology plays a vital role in the processing of end products. Companies are investing heavily in streamlining their business system capabilities in order to survive and remain competitive. Nevertheless, not all companies are fully embracing newer technologies as they become available. Problems remain with the development of technological solutions into usable and effecive information systems that solve the business needs of manufacturing companies. All organisations want the best use of their investments. However, many variables can affect the success of the technology adoption and therefore ofset the end results of organisational streamlining.
Here are some of the topics we have in this month’s issue of International Metalworking News for Asia.
In metal forming, anyone who’s had problems with lubrication, surface finish,or other friction-related issues understands that friction testers are a key piece of equipment. Unless they accurately test, they won’t know if they have a sporadic or recurring problem, which can lead to costly, out-of-spec products, until corrected. As a solution, portable, handheld friction testers have been developed that enable fast, lab quality, non-destructive testing by essentially anyone without specialised training. Find out more in this month’s Forming section.

After the comeback of our onsite Ringier Events in South East Asia, I must admit that there is a certain comfort in returning to physical events. As with everything, there are pros and cons to be considered in any undertaking. Just as we enjoyed exploring the expanded accessibility of our conferences through online platforms, we also relish the tactile experience of listening to speakers and networking with other people physically, meeting new business partners and the thrill of visiting factories. Do not forget to read our conference report on Ringier Event’s first hybrid conference in automotive.
On second note, International Metalworking News for Asia is doing print and digital even before the pandemic started and the benefit of doing this is being able to reap the best of both worlds, and to reach a wider audience of readers across South East Asia and internationally who are eager to stay in touch and see how the region continues to grow and evolve with each new year.
This month we feature exclusive interviews with Sabrina Zhang, Director for Aftermarket Sales, Services, RMI Operations in China as she talked about global trends, customer expectations and requirements, as well as opportunities. Also, Chris Lee, Regional Vice President of Software Business for the Asia Pacific,he explored why Rockwell Automation is a frontrunner when it comes to Connected Enterprise Production System.

We have been busy. For some reason, we at International Metalworking News for Asia, have been all over, at events, open house and more. Read this month’s issue and discover. In the meantime, check these highlights:
Volume manufacturers often use presses for blanking operations. But that means they need to adjust or even replace the tool whenever they make the slightest modification to their components, which ultimately costs time and money. Oliver Müllerschön of TRUMPF explained how laser allows users to carry out these modificatios without requiring a new tool, so it is much easier, faster, cheaper, and more flexible
Industry sectors around the globe are now attuned to pandemic-driven employment. Many technology companies have reached the stage where they are considering longer term plans for their remote workforce. International Metalworking News for Asia caught up with Benjamin Tan, AP South Customer Role Experience Director, Dassault Systèmes, during the 3DEXPERIENCE World for a quick interview regarding “Turning remote work challenges into opportunity.”
How can manufacturers stay ahead of the competition while also overcoming the increasing challenges posed by difficult-to-machine materials, like high strength steels? Here, StaffanLundström, product manager at the metal cutting specialist Sandvik Coromant, explains why a new all-directional tooling method, combined with the next generation CoroTurn® Prime B-type insert, holds the answer.  

As we enter 2023, we want to bring you more stories that will inspire and help your manufacturing business. In this issue of International Metalworking News for Asia, we have a couple of interview articles lined-up.
James Taylor, General Manager APAC at OnRobot shared his insights on the growing adoption of robotics and automation in Singapore and Asia Pacific. Meanwhile, Marc Blaser, CEO of Blaser Swisslube, delves into the importance of choosing the best coolant and how they can help customers’ produce more parts each time. On the other hand, Sheren Omega, Head of Sustainability at PT Gunung Raja Paksi Tbk, disclosed how steel companies can incorporate sustainability into their business management. Last, we have Eileen Yap, General Manager of RS Singapore to explain how it can support businesses in South East Asia to simultaneously provide reliable solutions and services to become more energy efficient and successfully tackle unprecedented situation
Technical feature on Machine Tools highlights Grinding with galvanically bonded CBN tools. This feature discusses the advantages in correcting profile errors quickly in dressable grinding processes, as well as reconditioning the cutting performance of the grinding wheel.
The Lasers section presents Clean Technology Lasers: The new tool in surface pre-treatment for superior coating adhesion. This article shows how laser systems remove corrosion, grease, residue, and existing coatings from metal surfaces quickly, with less preparation and mess than traditional techniques.

In this issue of International Metalworking, we are presenting exclusive interviews of South East Asia’s (SEA) metalworking industry bigwigs, sharing important technologies for this ever-changing world of industrial manufacturing.
Global mobility transition is in full swing. In SEA, electric vehicle (EV) and battery industry appears poised for growth. The EV market is expected to reach US$2,665.3 million by 2027, registering a CAGR of 32.73%, according to Mordor Intelligence. More companies, mostly automotive suppliers, are looking for new manufacturing solutions, and laser is at the centre of it. Markus Lindemann, Regional Director, Laser Division of TRUMPF Pte Ltd highlighted their E-mobility solutions made with laser welding.
Manufacturers nowadays are progressively looking to automation in order to propel operational efficiencand overcome skill shortages on the shopfloo. To control manufacturing processes on the shopfloor, the need for new process control methods, such as gauging systems are increasing. In the Focus section of this issue, Steve Bell, General Manager of Renishaw ASEAN, explained how the Equator 300 and 500 flexiblegauge system can help customers in the automation environment.
Uncertainties have been compounding in the recent past, with developing signs of weakness in economic growth and other high-frequency parameters. To provide manufacturing decision-makers in South East Asia with improved insight into global economic conditions in 2023, we asked thought-leaders in the metalworking industry how their technology can give the industry a positive outlook for the future. Find out more in the Outlook 2023 section.

If your world is all about industrial manufacturing, you’ve come to the right place.
At this month’s issue of International Metalworking News for Asia, our aim is to provide industrial manufacturing executives with the most up-to-the minute news and information afecting the industry. We are writing extensively on the latest trends in the business, providing features examining the personalities and technology driving the industrial manufacturing world, and offeringanalysis and opinion pieces, all in an effortto arm you with the knowledge that will separate you from the pack, and make it easier for you to run your business.
Beyond Limits Inc.  APAC President, Leonard Lee, highlights the key aspects of the company’s Cognitive AI technology, and the manufacturing trends they are seeing in the APAC region. According to him, the manufacturing industry is constantly undergoing change, and with rapid digitalisation, the sector is proving themselves as frontrunners when it comes to streamlining processes and optimising entire operations. Adopting next-generation AI software and data analytics have allowed manufacturers to eliminate potential bottlenecks and improve quality management in their manufacturing cycle.
Have you encounter restrictions in accepting orders for larger and heavier components or even difficult to machine materials? The Machine Tools section, features seven facts about double column machining centers. Here, it was explained that Difficult to machine parts or materials have become essential and part of today’s many variations and industries, such as aerospace, commercial vehicles, shipbuilding, machinery manufacturing, construction, power generation, windmills, even mould & die and semiconductor.

As technology becomes more intelligent, controllable and varied, automation and robotics are expected to play a bigger role in producing and creating value. When it comes to the trend of using automation and robotics, Thailand is no exception. The Thai government has implemented numerous measures to promote the growth of these key industries. The use of industrial robots in the country is thus anticipated to continue rising. Mr. Chanin Khaochan Thailand Board of Investment (BOI)’s Deputy Secretary General talked about Thailand’s Smart Factory Investment Promotion Policy in this issue’s Association Focus.
The Enterprise Close-Up section features Mr. George Tan, Sales Manager – RoAPAC as he delves into Creaform’s secret to achieving 20 years. Founded in 2002 in Canada, Creaform was born out of the need to change the status quo. What began as a metrology and engineering consulting firmturned into a global leader in portable and automated dimensional metrology solutions. Now, 20 years later—the company continues to redefin the boundaries of 3D metrology and engineering services by constantly pushing back the limits of innovation.
The German Machine Tool Builders’ Association (VDW) notes that trade fairs have a special signifiance for start-ups. For instance, they help them meet new customers and build a strong, reliable brand. In line with this, VDW hopes to make it easier for young companies to enter the market. Mr. Marvin Kaes, head of the RWTH Innovation Entrepreneurship Centre, answers three questions regarding hurdles experienced during the pandemic. Find this in the Spin-off Strategy section

The manufacturing industry is building back fast. To maintain this momentum, manufacturers should navigate raised challenges, while advancing in new trends and sustainability priorities. International Metalworking News for Asia’s June issue features articles that can help organisations turn challenges into advantages and capture growth.
The Enterprise Close-Up section highlights Robert Bosch GmbH’s annual press conference wherein Dr. Stefan Hartung, chairman of the board of management, together with other members of the board explained how sustainability can be pushed forward using technology invented for life.
In today’s dynamic business scenario, the organisations that truly stand out from the pack all have one common factor: they all embrace innovation. Three industry leaders from the Philippines answered two of the most sought-after questions related to smart solutions in a panel interview aired during the recent ASEAN Electronics and Semiconductor Manufacturing Summit 2022. Excerpts from the meeting can be found in the Panel Discussion section. 
“If you can’t do the little things right,” wrote the retired US admiral and author William H. Raven, “you will never do the big things right.” This approach certainly applies to small part machining, where the advantages of smaller electronic components benefit a range of sectors like medical, automotive, electronics and aerospace. James Thorpe, global product manager at the leader in metal cutting Sandvik Coromant, describes how the new CoroDrill® range of micro drills can help manufacturers increase productivity and tool life

Manufacturing is one of the most important contributors to Asia Pacific’s economy and is going through a rapid digital transformation. With unforeseen pandemic interruptions to factory operations in the past two years, smart manufacturing comes to the forefront in 2022.
International Metalworking News for Asia’s coverage on smart factory presents three noteworthy interviews of some of the big names in the industry. Let’s start with an interview with TRUMPF South East Asia / Pacifics Head of Smart Factory Solutions. In this story, Wolfgang Liertz discussed Industry 4.0 and the trends to watch out for in 2022. He also explained TRUMPF’s mission to further develop and digitally connect production technology, to make it even more efficient, precise, and future-proo
On this note, we were invited to a virtual roundtable where Bas Kuper, Senior Vice President and Managing Director of Asia Pacific,Siemens Digital Industries Software, along with Tim Srock, CEO of Mendix, and Vincent Lim, Vice President, and Head of Asia Pacific,Siemens-Mendix shared their perspectives on how the future of manufacturing will evolve in 2022 and beyond. Siemens is seeing a big drive for digitalisation, as a means for a closer collaboration, between differentfunctional domains within a customer. Currently, companies are not just facing a technological challenge, but an organisational one as well.

2021 has been a year of transition. Industrial manufacturing businesses began shaping their futures rather than just grinding through the present as result of the COVID-19 crisis. Industrial manufacturers should take the opportunity to learn from the pandemic on how to redesign workplaces, build healthier work environments, and invest effectively in employee health.
As the transition to digitalisation picks up speed, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) have a lot to gain from embracing digital technologies (digitalisation) into their existing business models, which would improve productivity while opening up new revenue streams. International Metalworking News for Asia features companies and agencies around the world with their predictions and technology insights in order to give a clear vision and gain a competitive edge to thrive in the year ahead. Find out more in this month’s Outlook 2022 report.
For most of us, the word downtime conjures images of relaxation. For plant managers however, downtime is a word that triggers concerns about lost production and lower revenue. That’s especially true for unplanned downtime and there is growing evidence that manufacturers are still unaware of the full impact of the problem. In the Smart Factory section, John Young, APAC sales director at automation parts supplier EU Automation, assesses some of the latest research on manufacturer downtime and the steps manufacturers are taking to address the problem.

For businesses in Asia, being future-proof means that technology, processes and people must be equipped and aligned to tackle the challenges ahead. As such, owners and leaders are shifting their focus from simply surviving to thriving in the months and years to come. However, making big plans can be a challenge. It is easy to get distracted with the customary details of operations and lose sight of the bigger picture.
But to what level can owners and leaders future-proof their companies, when so much remains unknown? Technology has always developed at an unparalleled pace, and now, the call for dependable high-speed machine tools and digital process automation will separate companies learning as they go versus those relying on the pre-pandemic platform. In this way, investing in new technologies and skills training will be a non-negotiable reason for businesses that do not want to be left catching up.
In this issue of International Metalworking News for Asia, it is always informative to check out feature interviews of technology leaders from the world’s most innovative and influentialcompanies who are inspiring fundamental change in today’s fluid economy. Mr. Dharmesh Arora, APAC CEO from Schaeffr, shared his view on Asia Pacifics futuristic e-mobility and how to strengthen EV technology. Marcelo Tarkieltaub, Regional Director of Southeast Asia at Rockwell Automation, disclosed key lessons industrial players can learn from the challenges thrown, as well as insights on how to future-proof enterprises for the decades ahead.

The manufacturing industry plays a significant role in local economies of South East Asian countries, contributing more than 20% of gross domestic products in markets like Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand, according to Industry Platform Pte Ltd.
The COVID-19 pandemic has seen disruptions across industries, while some companies struggled to come to terms with unusual fluctuationsin supply and demand, other companies were better prepared. This month’s issue of International Metalworking News for Asia highlights various technologies and manufacturing strategies to help customers address their problems.
For manufacturers, moving away from the established way of doing things — including their choice of machines or tools — invites risk. But what if doing so could be essential to tackling steel ISO P turning challenges? The Tooling & Workholding section explains why now the time for machine shops to embrace a new generation is tooling solutions that could make their operations more efficient and productive
CNC machine tool spindles are critical to any drilling, milling, boring, grinding, routing, cutting, or sawing process. However, when these systems deteriorate and fail due to contaminants, human error, improper maintenance, lubrication issues, or poor spindle design, a quality rebuild is often required. Machine Tools section discusses how despite the plentiful availability of spindle rebuilders nationwide, not every firm provides the same level of quality. Even if a rebuilder has the equipment, they may not have the experience, technical knowledge, or attention to detail necessary to rebuild a spindle that performs reliably for many years.

In the past year, people all over the world faced the largest economic and health crisis in recent history. 
Companies were forced to adopt extraordinary measures to keep running amidst stranded employees, supply chain disruption, sudden changes in demand both up and down depending on the sector.
The truth is that no matter the outcome of the economic recovery, the structure of the post-pandemic economy will be intensely different
More than a year into the crisis and still some companies are doing less compared to others and why are some doing better than before?
The answer to this rests in those companies that had already successfully implemented digital transformation and platform-based business models, or those that were able to quickly adopt digitalisation. Companies that do not digitally transform will be left behind and will cease to exist.
This issue of International Metalworking News for Asia features articles that explain how digital transformation can be agile and help boost return of investment in even in the short term.
Jeff Burnstein, President of Association for Advancing Automation (A3) said that the pandemic accelerated trends that were underway already. Companies who had not invested in robotics and automation realised that they should do so now in order to remain globally competitive.

If you’ve been reading International Metalworking News for Asia in the past couple of months, you know we’ve aggressively pursued Industry 4.0, automation, digitalisation as topics of focus. From early introductions to in-depth explorations, our coverage mirrors the urgency IMNA has shown in helping advance the state of South East Asia’s manufacturing industry.
In this month’s issue, we present featured articles focused on digitalisation and automation. “Automation trends in metalworking” looks at three key areas where current and future trends suggest metalworking is increasingly ready to shake off this reputation.
“Welding 4.0: The quality circle in welding technology” explained how Welding 4.0 produces measurable benefitsthroughout the entire value chain; and how Xnet Welding 4.0 system can help towards a more efficient and resource-saving welding technolo.
“New corporate culture in smart factories” highlights the digitalisation and networking of entire factory floors, and the new processes in Industry 4.0 scenarios are raising even more questions surrounding the role, in which employees play in this environment and how their supervisors need to respond.

New years are traditionally a time for resolutions, but I am not sure specific resolutions are the way to go. Many companie resolved to travel, attend tradeshows, conferences, visit customers and conduct meetings. Not all of us could have imagined just how impossible those seemingly simple resolutions would be to keep. We certainly had no inkling of how dramatically our world would change in 2020.
As we roll International Metalworking News for Asia’s first issue for 2021, we offerinterview profilesand technical articles that can help manufacturing companies who have been forced to rethink their approach to pretty much every aspect of the industry, from marketing, demand, supply chain, and delivery. Of course, globalisation is not only about manufacturing and global supply chains – it is increasingly about moving ideas and information around the world.
As countries in South East Asia reopen their economies, how manufacturers can recover and plan for the long-term has been the subject of much focus. Alex Teo Managing Director and VP of Siemens Digital Industries Software for South East Asia discussed how digital industries software helped manufacturers overcome the unforeseen challenges arising from the global health crisis, and Siemens has equipped its customers with the tools necessary to be 2021 ready. He also mentioned key technologies powering growth in 2021: digital twins, Big data and IoT, Analytics, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence, Smart Automation, Additive Manufacturing and Human-Centered Innovation.

Industrial manufacturing industry has changed significantly over the years and it continues to do so at a rapid pace. Developers of metalworking solutions are looking towards the future by ensuring greater collaboration between man and machine. In turn, this will enable manufacturers to be more responsive, more productive, and ultimately to enjoy greater profitabilit.
Despite the pandemic, Asia’s manufacturing industry was a key benefactor of the effect of business and consumer demandfor everything digital and virtual, and while the pandemic has been a big issue for 2020, the long term strategic outlook is promising for many.
The experience over this year has shown it is certainly different, but I take that as a positive learning point. Things will never go back a 100% to what it was before the pandemic. We have learned how to achieve the same results or be more productive. It’s a change which we will learn from.
Every edition of International Metalworking News for Asia features in-depth interviews with a range of CEOs and high-level executives from the industry’s most innovative and infuential companies. We aim to share the new products and technologies of machine tools and solution builders to help you with your own manufacturing processes. But most especially we strive to tell you stories of successful businesses in a way that highlights the achievements of their companies and draw insights from the challenges they’ve faced during their years.
2020 has been particularly challenging season. It has forced us to look at everything differenly. Some industries have been turned upside down and might be forever changed. Industrial manufacturing industry will continue to grow, even though the pandemic may have altered the paths to that expansion. Looking ahead, expect to see more sophisticated virtual reality, and artificial intelligence in every machine tools design.

The pace of change in the industrial manufacturing sector continues to accelerate. The growth of the Internet of Things (IoT) and the drive for Industry 4.0 increases pressure on systems not just to deliver complete, real-time visibility of operations, but also to assist with functions such as production planning in order to meet rapidly changing customer needs.
Throughout history, manufacturers have sought ways to make their machining processes more efficient and cost-effective. Those efforts involve ongoing development of advanced and precise production machinery, improved cutting tools and optimisation of cutting systems overall. Specific strategies include high speed machining, high feed machining, high-performance machining and digital machining.
This pandemic is just another challenge that companies must manage. Despite its disruptive effects,all technology providers in the metalworking industry still want to engage effectively with suppliers, customers, and other investors. In other words, they still want to get their stories out to the right audiences.
your stories, new product developments and other projects and plans. We’ve got the audience you want to reach in South East Asia, Taiwan and China. We’ve got numerous channels: digital (website, webinars, virtual conferences, E-magazines, email campaigns, including newsletters and customised mailings), print magazines, content marketing, conferences, innovation awards and custom events.
Things may look dire, but your business is still creating value, and that story must be told. International Metalworking News for Asia is ready to help you tell it.

As many countries slowly come out of lockdown, there is still going to be anxiety among many for a long time about going back to life as it was. Perhaps it won’t be the same as it existed, but one thing is sure: many people will want to feel assured when they go about their daily routines that they don’t face avoidable risks of picking up the virus and being part of the second wave. To address this, many technologies are now being fast-tracked to deployment. 
We’re in a new world where anything goes. Many processes and the manufacturing of products are still based on the expert knowledge of individual employees. But what to do if they leave the company, are sick or on vacation? Jürgen Kohler, Business Development Manager at Visual Knowledge, presented the topic: Digitisation of work instructions and checklists. He explained that manufacturing businesses must adopt digitised work instructions and checklists in order to speed up their recovery plans post COVID-19. The primary role of work instructions and quality checklist help users to carry out their work quickly in a non-penalising time.
With product quality issues impacting scrap rate, production ramp-up, production rate, and downtime, ultimately affect production costs and overall profitability. Therefore, manufacturers need to rely on innovative 3D measurement technologies, like the MetraSCAN 3D, in order to refine their product development and quality control processes. Patrice Parent, Creaform’s Asia Pacific Territory Manager said that the speed, accuracy, versatility and overall performance of MetraSCAN BLACK can help manufacturing companies in South East Asia to deploy local or internal processes. For example, setting up metrology capability instead of using third party suppliers for their inspection needs. 


When the virus pushed South East Asia’s manufacturing chain into pandemonium, enterprises in all sizes struggle to support production capabilities. Bringing production back is a persisting matter, but this pandemic could serve to make it a priority.
International Metalworking News for Asia’s June issue features technical boosters in the form of articles poised to enter into an innovation phase that will help develop new approaches to combat the disruptions in manufacturing and business caused by coronavirus.  
Marketplace has taken on an unprecedented level of significance nowadays due to the coronavirus outbreak that rocked the world. The Company Profile section features ORDERFOX.com, a leading Marketplace for over 19,000 buyers and CNC manufacturers, ofering fast, simple and cost-effectivesolution to ward offthe consequences of the coronavirus and other crises.
Manufacturers have always used technology not only to further enhance the production process, but to also use it as a bridge to be closer to the customers. Viewpoints highlights an interview with Mr. Chong Chee Ter, Managing Director of TRUMPF Asia Pacific as he shares how the company is acting to protect their employees and customers, and prepare for the world beyond coronavirus.
To help customers remain productive while working from home, Software & Control underlines Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division and its range of free offlinlicensing and remote access options designed to enable efficienhome working for manufacturing professionals facing new productivity challenges during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Manufacturing facilities in South East Asia must diversify to have consistency and maintain a robust supply chain. Our region is not vulnerable to natural disasters, and we have the capability to change things around when needed.

The pandemic continues to grow. More than 175 countries and territories have reported cases of COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2). Governments have launched unprecedented public-health and economic responses. The situation evolves by the day.
In this note, International Metalworking News for Asia features some of our latest technical articles, starting with three technologies that will play critical roles in helping to safeguard people and companies as they shift to remote working.
While it’s difficult to predict what this current situation will mean long term, it will undoubtedly force most manufacturers to seriously rethink their operations. Steve Bell, general manager for ASEAN at Renishaw Singapore, explained the company’s Industry 4.0 concept and its role within the automotive industry in Thailand. Find out more in the Metrology section of this month’s issue. 
As virus-related recession fears escalate in South East Asia, it is important to stress that while automation is likely to surge in general, not everyone is equally vulnerable. James Taylor, APAC General Manager of OnRobot disclosed how its latest 3-Finger Electric Gripper product, can keep businesses in South East Asia operate smoothly during this time of crisis.
Even before this pandemic hit our shores, Dassault Systemes is already preparing the use of technology to improve the lives of others. Learn the numerous new approaches the company created to accelerate innovations in R&D, manufacturing engineering and logistics, by fully exploiting virtual twin experiences online. Dassault Systemes empowers its large base of 3D users to collaborate from home plays a significant role in their morale as they can continue their projects and learn together with a positive horizon.


When the time rolls around to launch our frst issue for the year, I wonder what new technology will hit the industrial manufacturing. Metalworking tools facilitate a long list of the everyday manufacturing activities in every factory, so much so that it’s hard to imagine there was a time when we didn’t have them. But they always come around. Because even so fully woven into the structure of every plant that we almost forget it’s there, metalworking tools are an ever more essential and more varied element of industrial manufacturing, particularly for companies pursuing a mission in a faster, more competitive world. Each year, we findnew technology success stories to tell, along with fresh challenges to explore.
However, the rapidly changing situation around the coronavirus spread is worrying global investors. Strong company culture and a defied sense of brand purpose can be invaluable in helping a brand navigate these types of decisions. Communications tactics should be shaped around the priorities of the business and its stakeholders. But, it’s essential to be mindful of how those priorities align with a company’s brand identity and values.
This is why trade publications play an even more important role. Standing still is not an option. Ringier Trade Media has been publishing some of China’s most authoritative industrial magazines for over 20 years.  In an era where technology is at its peak, secure alternative sources. Let us work with you to ensure that your message gets direct to the decision makers who matter and who will welcome quality relevant content from a trusted source in a format that strongly presents your company image and products.

This issue is chock full of great content, a large chunk of which focuses on new trends that are key to the metalworking industry. Boardroom Connection starts off with the story behind Vietnam’s first car maker, VinFast. The company has effectively managed to build their factory, car design, and start car production in record time – half the usual average time taken – by utilising Siemens’ portfolio of integrated software and hardware. 
Metal Cutting presents an interview with Breton S.p.A. during the recent EMO Hannover. Alessandro said customers in China are now requesting new special solutions, not only the machine itself, but support as well. They want to learn how to get the best of the technology Breton is offering them. 
Automation section shows the rise in automation and modern technology can take CNC machining to a new level. To demonstrate this, Omron Electronics Pte Ltd and Hurco (S.E. Asia) Pte Ltd worked together in presenting a live working demonstration of the digitisation of a precision parts manufacturing process - integrating advanced CNC machine, during a seminar organised by Omron in Singapore.

The October issue of IMNA magazine is themed around the recent EMO Hannover: “Smart technologies driving tomorrow’s production.” It refects the rapid pace of development we’ve seen in and around the world of metalworking.
Leading offis GEORG, a pilot customer of Siemens, presenting for the firsttime digital twins of two of its machine tools. This makes Georg a pioneer in implementing in practice the next stage of the digital transformation in machine tools, using the new CNC generation Sinumerik ONE. As early as during the manufacturing of a machine, the control software is not only written but also tested in the virtual world. In parallel, the future operators of the machines can be trained on control pulpits that are of exactly the same design as those coming with the ordered machine.
Starting from the base that digitalisation is the perfect moment in time for a complete change in the production processes in the automotive sector, Lantek and Danobatgroup, through their sheet metal transformation division, have worked together on developing software for processing pre-blanking formats that is specially designed for cutting processes in the automotive sector.

Over the years, technology has assisted with enhancing productivity across manufacturing supply chains to lower costs and improve profit margins and customer satisfaction. The increased usage of smart devices has granted organisations real-time, on-demand visibility of mission critical data for issue containment and to reduce cost risks and improve delivery to customers. While technology has improved the efficiencyof manufacturing operations, companies are working to address the challenges of creating and implementing policies that support a safe and productive environment.
Bystronic hosted Competence Days 2019 at the company’s headquarters in Niederönz, Switzerland. The event reflects Bystronic’s competitive advantage in the fieldsof laser cutting, bending, automation, and software. IMNA attended the event and witnessed exactly how the company not only presented machines but also vision and concepts for the future. Experts from the company discussed ways they could be the best partner, and how Bystronic sheet metal processing technologies support customers to be ahead of competition.
Rounding out the August issue is a dialogue with Hoffmann Members of the Executive Board, Martin Reichenecker, Chief Sales and Marketing Officr, and Borries Schüler, Strategic Product Management, as they celebrate Hoffmann’s 100-year anniversary, a legacy that began with selling technical articles and metalwares in Munich, Germany in 1919. With the strength of its global reach, expansive quality and service programs, the company and its subsidiaries achieved record sales topping €1 billion for the first time in 2018. While Martin and Borries enjoy the opportunity to share about Hoffmann’s long history, both are keeping their eyes firmly focused on what’s happening now and in the future.

Be sure to check out the June issue of International Metalworking News for Asia magazine, which spotlights some of the powerful new capabilities highlighted at the Grinding Symposium last month in which we were invited to participate and cover. Our lead feature, Malaysia step up to more advanced technologies, details the interview of Norbert Seo, Bystronic Senior Vice President Market Division Asia and Australia, in which he shared his thoughts regarding Malaysia’s potential especially in terms of high level technology.
Norbert revealed the manufacturing sector in Malaysia continues to adopt new technologies to help increase visibility in both production and process. Having more quality in both areas through technology drives better value control, such as fewer defects and overall business efficienc.
Also highlighted in this issue: Solution Sneak Peaks at HxGN LOCAL in Bangkok. Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division hosted the inaugural HxGN LOCAL MANUFACTURING ASIA event at the Novotel Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport Hotel, Thailand. The premier cross-industry technology conference has brought together industry experts and thought leaders from Hexagon’s interconnected business areas to shape the future of Smart Manufacturing solutions.
Also notable in the May issue is an interview of Markus Lindemann, Head of Laser Technology Asia Pacific atTRUMPF Pte Ltd, explaining the advantages of TruLaser Cell 5030 being an excellent value for money, including the company’s business in South East Asia, as well as challenges and plans.
The TruLaser Cell 5030 is easy to run in components with the help of the teachbox and touchscreen. The TruTops Cell Basic software solution also enables you to make quick adjustments to programs directly at the machine with a visual support. And TruTops Cell for offlineprogramming is of course a standard for all 3D laser machines made by TRUMPF.

One of the great joys of being a journalist is to see how engineers are transforming today’s machine tools and software solutions into user-friendly technologies that can provide new services and new business models.
Let’s take for instance, KASTO. We all know that digitalisation and networking are rapidly gaining ground in metalworking – and the same trend is also taking place in storage & sawing technologies. At KASTO, this topic has long since ceased to be simply a dream of the future, because the sawing and storage technology manufacturer already has numerous solutions in its portfolio that make metalworking more effcient, more fexible and more cost-effcient in today’s Industry 4.0 era.
SolidWorks World has long been known as the premier annual event dedicated to the 3D design and engineering community, hosted by the parent company, Dassault Systèmes. INTERNATIONAL METALWORKING NEWS FOR ASIA is fortunate to witness the announcement that in 2020, SolidWorks World will be renamed 3DEXPERIENCE World to reflect a growing community of users from across Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE platform ecosystem, where creativity can thrive and impact industry, business, cities, homes, communities and people.
Our cover article in this issue is about the very inspiring story of Equiptop Hitech Corp. In life, there are thriving businesses, and there are those that graduate to big time conglomerates. The story of Taiwan’s biggest high precision surface grinder manufacturer is a testament that will inspire every business owner with a great idea. Six engineering graduates with the same knowledge and ambition came together to create a machine tool manufacturing company like no other. They have put faith on their solid engineering background. Read more on this month’s Cover Story.

The growing big data analytics market and increasing demand for inspection services from precision manufacturing drive the growth of industrial metrology market. Moreover, the use of 2D metrology products for dimensioning and inspection applications also contributes to the growth of the market for hardware. In the February 2019 issue of International Metalworking News for Asia, you will findseveral articles that tackle industrial metrology.
Coming in with his own expertise of over 35 years, Taveesak Srisuntisuk has brought Hexagon Metrology (Thailand) Ltd on to the next level. With his role as General Manager of the AEC & Pacific region for Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence, Taveesak is poised to bring much bigger focus on solutions and everything that requires delivering market intelligence to customers in this region.
Optical Gaging Products’ response to Industry 4.0 is to offer model based enterprise software that really treats the CAD model - the original design of the part - as the central repository of all data about that part. Its dimensions, tolerances, as well as measurement results from production. Tim Sladden, OGP, Vice President Operations- Asia shared about KOTEM EVOLVE Suite, a metrology data integrated with CAM systems for programming machine tools and making process adjustments in rapid fashion.
Meanwhile, Hendrie Viktor, Regional Director of ZEISS South East Asia uncorked a small geyser of news with ZEISS’s multi-sensor measuring machine, the ZEISS O-INSPECT with chromatic white light sensor called the ZEISS DotScan, demonstrated for the first time with an integrated rotary table in Metalex Bangkok.

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