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Schmalz India launches mGrip finger gripper for automated handling Schmalz, one of the market leaders in vacuum automation and ergonomic handling systems, announced the launch of mGrip, an advanced finger gripper designed to revolutionize automated handling. Tailored for industries like food processing and beyond, it features a hygienic design, easy integration, and flexible modularity, ensuring precision and adaptability for diverse applications. Constructed in hygienic design, the new mGrip finger gripper from...

VDMA Hosts Mechanical Engineering Summit in Pune The German Engineering Federation (VDMA) India successfully conducted its annual Mechanical Engineering Summit on 18 October in Pune, attracting over 370 participants from 29 cities across India and Germany. Highlighting the robust relationship between India and Germany, Rajesh Nath, Managing Director, VDMA India discussed the various successful events organized by VDMA India. These initiatives have significantly contributed to fostering collaboration and innovation within the...

Partner Country Canada at HANNOVER MESSE 2025 Canada is Partner Country at HANNOVER MESSE 2025 under the theme “The future’s here”. At the world’s leading industry show, Canada will highlight its industrial strength in areas such as automation, energy, digital transformation, and green technology. More than 200 companies will showcase the nation’s talent, innovation and commitment to sustainable solutions. Canada is Partner Country of HANNOVER MESSE 2025, underscoring the strong economic...

Spacewood Furnishers targets Rs. 1,500 Cr revenue by 2029 Modular furniture solutions manufacturer Spacewood Furnishers announced the target to achieve Rs. 1,500 crore revenue by 2029. The company has achieved a turnover of Rs. 525 crore during fiscal year 2023-24, with a year-on-year growth rate of 18-20%. Founded in 1996, Spacewood is one of India’s most recognized furniture manufacturers, known for its premium modular furniture, home furniture, pre-hung doors, desking, and...

Autodesk partners with IIT Bombay to foster skills development Autodesk and the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Thursday to foster skills development in the next generation of engineers, designers, and innovators, preparing them for success in design and make industries. Signing the MoU, Steve Blum, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Autodesk said, “This MoU underscores Autodesk’s commitment to fostering innovation,...

KAOUN International, MODON announce WAM Saudi Expo 2025 KAOUN International, in strategic partnership with the Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones (MODON), announces the World Advanced Manufacturing & Logistics Summit & Expo Saudi 2025 (WAM Saudi). During the WAM Summit 2024 a co-operation agreement was signed on this. WAM Saudi, in partnership with GITEX Global, serves as a definitive platform to unite local stakeholders and international experts annually, encouraging...

ABB upgrades its Faridabad plant to enhance sustainability efforts ABB India’s IEC LV motors business is expanding and transforming the company’s long-established manufacturing facility in the country. Started in 1951, it now boasts of an expanded modern workplace facility with upgraded shopfloors. IEC LV motors are known as the workhorses of Indian industries and play a crucial role across sectors. The facility has evolved over the decades into a hub...

ZEISS India expands its Global Capability Center in Bengaluru ZEISS, a globally leading player in optics and optoelectronics, has inaugurated its Global Capability Center (GCC) in India. Located in Bengaluru, the facility was inaugurated by Priyank Kharge, Karnataka’s Minister of Electronics, IT & BT (Information Technology and Biotechnology), Rural Development and Panchayat Raj. According to ZEISS, the GCC is a strategic hub that will tap into Bengaluru’s deep IT talent pool...

Atlas Copco appoints Shalini Sharma as new GM to lead Brand Studio in India Atlas Copco Group, a leader in compressors, vacuum solutions, generators, pumps, power tools, and assembly systems, announced the appointment of Shalini Sharma as the new General Manager for its Brand Studio in India. “Shalini is the first Indian woman to be appointed as a General Manager within the company, marking a significant milestone in Atlas Copco’s commitment...

Medical Devices Industry Lauds Govt's Rs 500-Cr Boost Scheme The medical devices sector has expressed strong support for the government’s Rs 500 crore scheme aimed at advancing the industry, forecasting it will boost growth, reduce import dependency, and strengthen India’s role as a leading global exporter of medical devices. Unveiled by Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare Jagat Prakash Nadda, the scheme is a comprehensive 5-in-1 initiative focused on crucial...

Legero India Appoints Ajay Saraf as CEO to Lead Expansion Legero India, a homegrown lighting solutions provider, has appointed Ajay Saraf as its new CEO. Saraf, a seasoned leader with extensive experience in the lighting industry and B2B space, will spearhead Legero’s growth and expansion in both Indian and international markets. Legero Lighting is recognized for its eco-friendly and energy-saving commercial lighting solutions, tailored to sectors spanning corporate, retail, and hospitality....

Machine Tool Demand in Germany Slows Down, Reports VDW The German machine tools market is experiencing a slowdown as demand has stalled, according to the latest report from the German Machine Tool Builders’ Association (VDW). The industry, which has traditionally been a cornerstone of Germany's manufacturing sector, is facing numerous challenges. The VDW report highlights a decline in both domestic and international orders, posing potential concerns for growth and stability...

Compressed air & vacuum technology will be back at HANNOVER MESSE 2025 In 2025, the compressed air and vacuum technology sector will once again be at HANNOVER MESSE. From 31 March to 4 April, exhibitors at the “Compressed Air & Vacuum Technology” area in Hall 12 will present their latest products and solutions for industrial applications to an international audience. As a cross-sectional technology, compressed air and vacuum technology is...

Schmersal India appoints Ramji Singh as Managing Director The Schmersal Group has appointed Ramji Singh as the new Managing Director of its subsidiary Schmersal India. “The takeover of the management comes into force with immediate effect. Mr. Ramji succeeds Sagar Bhosale, who has decided to leave the company for personal reasons after a long and successful tenure,” the company said in a statement. Ramji Singh has decades of experience as a...

Construction Equipment Industry registers 3% growth in H1 FY25 The Indian Construction Equipment (CE) industry witnessed a 3% year-on-year (YoY) increase in sales during the first six months of the current fiscal year FY25 (April – September 2024), as compared to the same period in FY24 (April – September 2023). The industry experienced a modest 1% year-on-year growth in sales during the second quarter of FY25, touching a total of 30,686...