Manufacturing

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,...

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...

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...

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...

GrindingHub 2026 Signals Innovation Boost Despite Challenging Market Conditions The international grinding technology industry is gathering in Stuttgart these days: With 462 exhibitors from 28 countries, GrindingHub 2026 is once again the central meeting place for machine builders, tool manufacturers, and users in industrial manufacturing. The trade fair gets underway amid challenging economic conditions – while at the same time provides targeted impetus for efficiency, innovation, and investment security. Modest demand,...

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...

Rosatom Enters Indian Market of Additive Manufacturing The Fuel Division of Rosatom, which is developing the additive manufacturing business of the State Corporation, has successfully supplied the RusBeam 2800 industrial 3D printer to India. The equipment is based on Electron Beam Additive Manufacturing technology (EBAM) and it has been successfully launched and commissioned. The machine will be used to manufacture metal parts for India’s aerospace industry. “The Indian customer’s choice of...

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...

Intertek opens its first EMC lab in India Intertek, a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide, has announced the launch of its first Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) testing laboratory in India. The new facility is Intertek’s fifth Electrical lab in India, and its second in Bengaluru’s Electronic City. Located in the Peenya industrial area, the 11,000 square foot facility is equipped with a three-metre semi-anechoic chamber, which offers EMI /EMC...

Why Shop-Floor Safety Is the Backbone of Manufacturing Efficiency In the high-risk environment of industrial machining, safety is not just a requirement but the foundation of efficiency and performance. Suresh Tanwar, Head of Audit & Consultancy, British Safety Council, India highlights how a strong shop-floor safety culture protects workers while driving productivity and operational excellence. Working in the high-pressure area of industrial machining, safety measures are not just something to follow...

HERMES Startup AWARD 2026 goes to Swiss startup BTRY This year, the coveted HERMES Startup Award goes to a young Swiss company. The startup impressed the independent jury, chaired by Prof. Dr.-Ing. -Ing. Holger Hanselka, President of the Fraunhofer Society, with the ultra-thin, fully flexible solid-state batteries they have developed. The award was presented by Dorothee Bär, Federal Minister for Research, Technology and Space, during the official opening of HANNOVER...

Shyam Metalics Expands Colour-Coated Sheets CRM Facility in Jamuria, West Bengal Shyam Metalics and Energy Limited, one of India’s leading integrated metal producers, announced the successful commissioning of Phase II of its Cold Rolling Mill (CRM) facility for colour coated sheets at its Jamuria plant in West Bengal. The facility, operated by its wholly owned subsidiary, Shyam Sel and Power Limited (SSPL), has commenced commercial production effective 16th April. Phase II...

ABB enhances AI capabilities of flagship industrial device digital solutions ABB is making industrial device maintenance smarter and simpler with the latest iteration of its digital technology My Measurement Assistant+. The update provides technicians and engineers with real-time GenAI multilingual support, expands Condition Monitoring and Dynamic QR Codes functionalities, as well as adds predictive maintenance capabilities. My Measurement Assistant+ is designed to help swiftly resolve the majority of common technical...