Manufacturing

Asia ahead of Europe and the Americas industrial robot installations: World Robotics 2023 Report The new World Robotics report recorded 553,052 industrial robot installations in factories around the world – a growth rate of 5% in 2022, year-on-year. By region, 73% of all newly deployed robots were installed in Asia, 15% in Europe and 10% in the Americas.“The world record of 500,000 units was exceeded for the second year in...

Metso opens new plant in Alwar, Rajasthan Witness the exciting development as Metso, the leading global provider of equipment, services, and process solutions for rock and minerals processing, ventures into the thriving Indian market.With a remarkable investment of 200 million euros, Metso's state-of-the-art manufacturing facility is set to transform the landscape of mobile track-mounted crushing and screening equipment production in India.Join us for an exclusive conversation with industry leaders: - Markku...

Key Demographics of EMO Hannover Visitors The recent relaunch of EMO Hannover after a four-year hiatus proved to be highly successful. EMO Commissioner General Carl Martin Welcker summarized the event as a triumph, highlighting several key strengths such as the global participation of exhibitors and visitors, as well as the platform's ability to showcase cutting-edge technical innovations. The event garnered significant interest from around the world and maintained a favorable...

IMTMA to host Machine Tool Connect Kolhapur 2023 The Machine Tool Manufacturers' Association (IMTMA) is all set to host a two-day business-to-business (B2B) exhibition in Kolhapur. Known as Machine Tool Connect Kolhapur 2023, this event is scheduled to take place from October 8th to 9th, 2023, at the Pavilion Hotel in Kolhapur, Maharashtra.Machine Tool Connect Kolhapur 2023 facilitates brand promotion, industry outreach in Tier 2, 3, and 4 Indian regions,...

OMRON Introduces MD-650 Autonomous Mobile Robot for Enhanced Efficiency OMRON, a prominent player in the field of factory automation and Industry 4.0 solutions, has introduced the MD-650 Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR). This innovative robot offers enhanced operational efficiency within manufacturing facilities. With the introduction of this medium-payload robot, capable of carrying up to 650 kg, OMRON has broadened its range of autonomous robots to cater to a more diverse set...

Addressing Manufacturing's Looming Workforce Crisis In an era where statistics tell a compelling story, the state of the manufacturing sector's workforce shortage becomes starkly evident. According to the Hays Global Skills Index, a shortage of nearly 50,000 engineers currently plagues the industry. To compound this challenge, the German Economic Institute forecasts that, by the end of the decade, the number of STEM professionals retiring will outnumber new graduates entering the...

BKT to showcase its state-of-the-art masterpieces at IME Kolkata Balkrishna Industries Ltd. (BKT), the Indian multinational Group and a leading global player in the Off-Highway tire market will participate in the 10th edition of the International Mining Exhibition (IME) in Kolkata, organized by the MGMI and TAFCON. The event will be held between November 6th and 9th at Eco Park, Rajarhat in Kolkata. The trade fair will provide an excellent...

ABB to roll out electric powertrain system for ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel’s new steel mill in Hazira ABB is working in partnership with SMS group, a specialist in plant construction, mechanical and electric & automation engineering for the metals industry, to provide all the MV motors and MV drives for ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel’s new hot strip mill in India. The scope also includes a large number of low voltage (LV) drives....

Metso opens new manufacturing facility in Alwar, Rajasthan Metso has extended its manufacturing capacity of mobile track-mounted crushing and screening equipment in Alwar, India, by opening new manufacturing facilities. After the extension is complete, the total size of the Alwar factory is approximately 3,40,000 square meters (Approx 85 acres), adding 35% more capacity to the factory initially opened in 2008. The Alwar factory has become one of Metso's biggest manufacturing...

CECIMO's Global Machine Tool Insights Officials from machine tool associations, representing over 80% of global machine tool production, convened at the premier production technology trade fair to showcase their resilience and robustness in the midst of numerous global challenges. Despite a stable outlook for 2023, predictions for the worldwide machine tool industry are moderated by a multitude of international and economic obstacles. Leveraging the industry's combined capabilities, cooperation, inventive thinking,...

igus presents cutting-edge technology at EMO 2023 In addition to the shortage of skilled workers, the machine tool industry faces significant challenges, including high energy costs, mounting cost pressures, and declining incoming orders. To thrive in this demanding environment, companies must enhance their production capabilities while maintaining cost-efficiency. Consequently, igus will showcase cutting-edge technologies at EMO 2023, designed to alleviate these challenges. These technologies include user-friendly, cost-effective robots, an online...

EMO Hannover opens; 1,850 exhibitors from 42 countries participating EMO Hannover officially opens its doors today after a four-year break. "Some 1,850 exhibitors from 42 countries will be showcasing their latest machines, solutions and services for industrial production at the world's leading trade fair for production technology," says Carl Martin Welcker, General Commissioner of EMO Hannover at the opening press conference. "EMO is the hub of the international industry for...

OMRON Device & Module Solutions Business Charts Out Strategy for Growth in India OMRON Device & Module Solutions business, a leading provider of electronic components, has announced its strategic growth plan for India. Focused on four key growth domains, the company aims to strengthen its presence via working together with market & technology leaders to create advanced solutions catering to varied industry needs in these domains.The growth domains charted out...

IMTMA announces exhibition on factory equipment - FACTEQ 2024 Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers’ Association (IMTMA) which organizes IMTEX is launching FACTEQ 2024, a first-of-its-kind expo in India focusing on complete solutions for factories. The expo will be held from May 23 - 26, 2024 at the Pune International Exhibition and Convention Centre, MOSHI, Pune.FACTEQ 2024 would bring the entire range of factory equipment required to design, build, maintain and upgrade...

Cummins, Sudhir Power launches CPCBIV+ compliant gensets Cummins India, one of the leading technology providers of power solutions in the country, and its authorized Genset Original Equipment Manufacturer (GOEM) Sudhir Power unveiled the CPCBIV+ compliant genset range for the Delhi NCR markets.Manoj Nair, Power Generation Business Leader, Cummins, and Rahul Seth, Managing Director, Sudhir Power unveiled the genset range during an event attended by over 100 customers and company officials...