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HARTING goes for hydrogen technology The HARTING Technology Group has commissioned a new fuel cell plant in Espelkamp, Germany. The pilot plant from the Bavarian manufacturer Reverion complements the existing biogas and photovoltaic plants. Initially, the plant will convert locally produced biogas directly into electricity, thereby making the energy supply at the Espelkamp site even more efficient and climate-neutral. “The plant complements our energy management perfectly,” says Philip Harting, CEO of...

Netrasemi launches AI Chip, gears up for commercial production Netrasemi, a Thiruvananthapuram based fabless semiconductor startup, has announced the launch of its flagship AI system on chip (SOC) A2000. The chip has now achieved successful silicon Bringup and getting ready for commercial production. The SoC chip with smart vision and real-time video analytics capabilities enables on-device AI for smart cameras and Edge AI platforms. The chip fabricated at TSMC's 12nm advanced...

India a Bright Spot for Global Machinery Firms: VDMA The latest VDMA Business Climate Survey for India, conducted between 20 April and 4 May 2026 among 85 member companies, shows a modest improvement in business sentiment: a clear majority rates the current situation as satisfactory or good, capacity utilisation remains robust, and order books have strengthened. Against a backdrop of tariff-driven supply-chain realignments and weak momentum in parts of Europe,...

Mumbai Metro Deploys India’s First AI-Based Pantograph Monitoring System In a major step towards intelligent and predictive metro operations, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has deployed India’s first Automated Pantograph Condition Monitoring System (APCMS) across the Mumbai Metro network. The AI-powered system is expected to significantly improve operational reliability, passenger safety, and maintenance efficiency by enabling real-time monitoring of critical train components. The newly introduced APCMS replaces conventional manual...

APAR Cables Solutions at buildelec 2026 WATCH: https://bit.ly/M4I-APAR APAR Industries is positioning itself to capitalize on the rapid growth of electrification, renewable energy, smart infrastructure, and digital transformation, the company’s leadership said during interactions with mojo4industry at buildelec 2026. Speaking on the future of the conductor and cable industry, Chaitanya Desai, Managing Director, APAR Industries, said renewable energy, railway electrification, data centers, and ESG-led clean energy initiatives are significantly boosting demand for...

Future Towards Sustainable Concrete Transportation Putzmeister iONTRON Electric Truck Mixer and the Transition to Sustainable Construction Around the world, economies are accelerating their shift toward sustainability, not only as an environmental imperative, but as a strategic driver of long-term competitiveness. Urbanisation, infrastructure expansion, and tightening emission norms are reshaping how construction fleets are powered and operated. The industry today faces a dual responsibility: deliver productivity and reliability while significantly reducing carbon...

India, Korea Boost Green Energy Partnership India and South Korea have strengthened their partnership on green growth and sustainable development, signaling a renewed push for climate-friendly innovation, renewable energy deployment, and sustainable financing across Asia and other emerging markets. During the recent Korean State Visit to India, both countries reaffirmed their commitment to supporting each other’s flagship international climate initiatives. India, a founding member of the International Solar Alliance (ISA), and...

ABB introduces “world’s first” magnet-free IE6 motor for hazardous areas ABB has claimed to be the world’s first manufacturer to offer an IE6 Hyper Efficiency motor certified for hazardous areas under ATEX and IECEx standards. The company said the new Increased Safety motor, based on its magnet- and rare earth-free synchronous reluctance (SynRM) technology, is designed to improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions in industries where explosive gases, vapors...

ABB India Bets on India’s Industrial Growth as Q1 Orders Hit INR 4,280 Cr ABB India has reported a strong start to CY2026, with first-quarter orders rising 25 percent year-on-year to INR 4,280 crore, driven by sustained demand from emerging and core industrial sectors. The company said the performance reinforces its confidence in India’s next industrial capital expenditure cycle despite global uncertainties and operational challenges. Revenue for the January–March 2026 quarter...

Aerem Unveils New Visual Identity, Strengthens Distributed Solar Positioning Aerem, a pioneer in finance-enabled distributed solar solutions, unveiled its refreshed brand identity featuring a dynamic new logo. “This rebranding symbolizes the company's evolution from behind-the-scenes operator to the most reliable partner in distributed solar by 2030, emphasizing predictable outcomes, long-term dependability, accountability with skin in the game, and full asset lifecycle management over transactional speed or scale,” a statement issued...

New Schmersal Webshop: faster, simpler, fully responsive K.A. Schmersal GmbH & Co. KG has successfully launched its new webshop. With modern technology and significantly improved user guidance, the platform offers customers worldwide a more convenient and efficient shopping experience for products, order data, and services. The overall portfolio comprises around 15,000 products in safety, control, and automation technology. Significantly simplified ordering and registration process A key focus of the relaunch was further...

Top Challenges Facing Manufacturing Industries in 2026 Supply Chain Disruptions and Global Dependencies In a world where a single disruption can send shockwaves through global supply chains, the manufacturing industries are feeling the heat more than ever. Take the semiconductor shortage, for instance—this crisis not only stalled car production but also left tech companies scrambling for parts. It's like a game of Jenga; one wrong move, and the whole tower comes...

InnovMetric Launches PolyWorks 2026 InnovMetric, the independent software development company that empowers manufacturers of every size to digitally transform their 3D measurement processes, announces the launch of PolyWorks 2026. This major release delivers three key pillars of innovation: A data management solution in a cloud-based Software as a Service (SaaS) model Improved software compatibility to support a broader range of measurement devices An AI assistant designed to provide technical support 24/7 PolyWorks...

What Makes Reliable Process Monitoring in Food Processing So Challenging? In today’s food processing industry, maintaining reliable process monitoring is often more challenging than it appears. While automation has significantly improved efficiency, real-world conditions inside production environments can directly impact the performance of monitoring systems. Frequent washdowns, temperature fluctuations, and exposure to moisture and residues are part of daily operations. These conditions make it essential to have monitoring systems that can...

HANNOVER MESSE: Industry points the way to a competitive future HANNOVER MESSE 2026 demonstrated that industry is delivering concrete solutions even in challenging times. Artificial intelligence, automation, and digitalization play a key role in making production processes more efficient and boosting competitiveness. A total of 110,000 visitors from all over the world took part in the world’s leading trade fair for the manufacturing industry. Although the attendance figure was below the...