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Strong growth of EtherCAT: 77 mn nodes in total, including 18 mn in 2023 The strong growth of EtherCAT continues: the EtherCAT Technology Group (ETG) now counts a total of 77 million EtherCAT nodes worldwide, with 18 million added in 2023 alone. These figures are based on EtherCAT chips sold. To mark 20 years of EtherCAT, the ETG published node figures for the first time last year, which is why...

SPE Industrial Partner Network appoints new board members In the frame of their general meeting held on line on April 2, the SPE Industrial Partner Network e. V. has elected a new Board. Frank Welzel, HARTING Electronics, has been re-elected as Chairman of the Board. The following four board members representing the founding members of the SPE Industrial Partner Network have been appointed to the Board: Claus Kleedoerfer, TE Connectivity...

Gruner bags Rs. 1,500 Cr compressed biogas plants projects Gruner Renewable Energy has recently bagged multiple projects worth Rs 1,500 crore for Compressed Biogas (CBG) Plants, which would collectively contribute to an annual production of over 88,000 tonnes of CBG for the Indian market. These projects are located across various cities, including Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh), Satna (Madhya Pradesh), Balasore (Odisha), Navsari (Gujarat), Yavatmal (Maharashtra), Vijayawada, and Rajahmundry (Andhra Pradesh), and...

SFC Energy presents “most powerful” hydrogen fuel cell at HANNOVER MESSE 2024 SFC Energy AG is showcasing its powerful hydrogen fuel cell solution at the ongoing HANNOVER MESSE 2024. SFC Energy claims that the pilot series EFOY H2PowerPack is the company's most powerful fuel cell solution to date. It said, “The EFOY H2PowerPack (EFOY Hydrogen Power Pack) provides users with a continuous electrical output of 50 kW for their applications. The...

Tata Power Solar partners with Indian Bank to support PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana Tata Power Solar Systems Limited (TPSSL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL), announced its strategic partnership with Indian Bank to support the adoption of solar rooftop among residential consumers. The collaboration aims to facilitate financing solutions under the recently announced Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana for installations up to 3...

Bajaj Auto announces leadership changes Appoints Abraham Joseph as MD of Chetak Technology and Ramtilak Ananthan as CTO of Bajaj Auto Bajaj Auto Ltd today announced key leadership changes. The company has appointed Abraham Joseph as the Managing Director of Chetak Technology Ltd., its wholly owned subsidiary. “Chetak Technology Ltd. has been a pioneer in the field of Electric Vehicles, driving innovation and agility in this hyper-competitive market, and Mr. Joseph,...

UltiMaker launches Factor 4, a new standard in industrial-grade 3D Printing UltiMaker, a global leader in 3D printing, today announces the release of the UltiMaker Factor 4 industrial-grade 3D printer, designed to take manufacturing to new levels of efficiency and reliability. Factor 4 is an end-to-end 3D printing solution for light industrial applications. The UltiMaker Factor 4 3D printer is engineered for the development and production of process-critical tools and components....

Festo sees good growth prospects By expanding the Business Regions in North and South America and India, the company aims to tap into the huge growth potential in these markets even faster. After years of strong growth, 2023 was a year of consolidation. Turnover was just below the previous year’s level (- 4.3% to around 3.65 billion euros). Festo continued to invest heavily in research and development and the expansion of...

Schneider Electric launches EasySet MV switchgear Schneider Electric announced the launch of its new EasySet MV air-insulated indoor switchgear. “This innovative and sustainable switchgear offers unparalleled ease of operation, monitoring, and maintenance for meeting electrical distribution needs,” the company claims. Speaking on the sidelines of the launch, Udai Singh, Vice President, Power Systems- Greater India, Schneider Electric said, “The EasySet MV switchgear reflects Schneider Electric’s commitment to develop and innovate products...

HERMES Startup AWARD 2024 goes to Archigas This year, the coveted HERMES Startup AWARD goes to Archigas, a young company based in Rüsselsheim, Germany. The decision was made by a jury chaired by Prof. Dr.-Ing. Holger Hanselka, President of the Fraunhofer Society, and announced at the ceremonial opening of HANNOVER MESSE in the presence of German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. The award-winning product is a compact, moisture-resistant sensor for fast, precise, and...

HERMES AWARD 2024 goes to Schunk This year saw the German company Schunk honored with the HERMES AWARD at the ceremonial opening of HANNOVER MESSE on April 21 in recognition of an innovative AI-based project. A high-caliber jury chaired by Prof. Dr.-Ing. Holger Hanselka, President of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, selected Schunk's 2D Grasping Kit project for HERMES AWARD 2024 – recognized as the most important international industry prize, and acknowledges a product...

Gobbler to keep holy city of Ayodhya litter-free Cosmic Healers Private Limited (CHPL), the makers of the Gobbler – the litter buster, announced that the company has delivered four Gobblers to the Ayodhya Municipality to serve in assisting in keeping the holy city of Ayodhya litter-free. The vehicles were handed over to the officials on the auspicious occasion of Ram Navami. Gobbler is an indigenously manufactured battery-operated litter picker specifically designed...

Atlas Copco launches new series of Portable Nitrogen Membrane Generators Atlas Copco has announced the launch of a new range of portable nitrogen generators, aiming to redefine nitrogen generation solutions in India. The series comprises four models: NM 500-25, NM 1000-25, NM 2000-25, and NM 3000-25, each designed to cater to different nitrogen production scales, from small to large-scale projects across various industries, including oil & gas, mining, and maritime. Prasanna Kulkarni,...

Clear signals for a new start | HANNOVER MESSE 2024 Machines controlled by the use of artificial intelligence. Robots capable of independent learning. Systems for the recycling of electric batteries. Software which can measure the C02 emissions of entire factories. Systems for the efficient production of hydrogen. And a secure data space for European industry: The innovative strength of the companies appearing at HANNOVER MESSE is greater than ever, and...

ICTMA Annual Conference to be held on Apr 19 in Bengaluru The Indian Cutting Tool Manufacturer's Association (ICTMA) convenes its Annual Conference on April 19th in Bengaluru. Themed "Where Cutting-Edge Meets Tradition," the event is a pivotal gathering for industry leaders to discuss trends, challenges, and innovations shaping the future of the cutting tool industry. Ravi Prem, President of ICTMA informs that the association is committed to foster a collaborative environment...