Manufacturing

India Inc. Backs Ban on Import of Refurbished Medical Devices The import of pre-owned and refurbished medical devices into India will remain prohibited until a regulatory framework is established for such equipment, as clarified by senior officials of the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) - India's national regulatory body for cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and medical devices. This announcement reinforces India’s stance on ensuring strict compliance with medical device regulations. CDSCO regulates...

Robotics Award 2025 Nominees Announced – Here’s the List! A high-caliber jury of experts in robotics has announced the list of nominees for the coveted ROBOTICS AWARD 2025. The award honors companies that are driving pioneering developments in industry with their robot-assisted automation and logistics solutions. This year, three companies have made it onto the shortlist. The winner will be announced on 19 February during the HANNOVER MESSE Press Preview. The jury...

Simple calculation of CO2 footprint of a machine tool Experts draft practical guidelines for more transparency in the supply chain What is the CO2 footprint of a machine tool? Anyone who wants to prepare a sustainability report for a manufacturing company or document progress in greenhouse gas emissions will probably pass this question on to the supply chain. The answer is not easy: After all, a machine tool consists of tens...

ABB marks 75 years of operations in India ABB India marks 75 years of operations, a journey underscored by technological innovation, sustainable solutions, and significant contributions to India’s industrial and social development. Since its inception in 1949, two years after Indian independence, ABB India has played a pivotal role in enabling electrification, automation, and digitalization across utilities, industries, infrastructure and transportation, aligning closely with the nation’s growth priorities. ABB’s predecessor...

HSG invests $10 mn to set up new factory in India HSG Laser, a leading name in the global metal shaping industry, has announced plans to invest $10 million in establishing a new factory in India. The move is part of the company’s strategy to expand its global production network. “This strategic initiative is not only aimed at better serving Indian customers but also at creating local job opportunities and...

Visit Shubhline Automation at IMTEX 2025 | Hall 5, Stall A128 In this video, Rajendra Dudhe, Managing Director of Shubhline Automation, extends a warm invitation to visit their booth at IMTEX 2025, South Asia’s leading metal cutting and machining exhibition. What’s in Store? Shubhline Automation will showcase a range of cutting-edge Double Column Machining Centers, including: ✅ Fixed Double Column ✅ Moving Double Column ✅ Gantry Double Column Don’t miss the unveiling of India’s First Moving...

Hannover Fairs International to Launch HYPE Hydrogen Trade Show in Italy Hannover Fairs International GmbH (HFI), a subsidiary of Deutsche Messe AG, is set to launch a new hydrogen trade show under the name HYPE, the Hydrogen Power Expo, in Rimini, Italy from March 5 to 7, in collaboration with Italian Exhibition Group (IEG). This complements the successfully established KEY Energy trade fair, within the sphere of which the following trade...

AiMeD seeks monitoring of MRP of imported medical devices Monitoring of maximum retail price (MRP) of imported medical devices into India has been demanded by medical device manufacturers to provide truly affordable rates to the Indian consumers. In its Pre-budget memorandum to the Finance Ministry, Association of Indian Medical Device Industry (AiMeD) has highlighted that reduction of import duty on devices is an effort of the government that going in...

Jupiter International to invest Rs. 6,500 Cr in capacity expansion Jupiter International, a leading manufacturer of photovoltaic solar cells and provider of solar power solutions, announced plans to invest Rs. 6,500 crore over the next three years to expand its capacity across wafer production, solar cell manufacturing, and module assembly. Commenting on this, Alok Garodia, Managing Director, Jupiter International said, “At Jupiter, we are not just building capacity; we are redefining...

Application Park at HANNOVER MESSE to present robotics applications With new and exciting robotics applications, the Application Park will be one of the highlights of HANNOVER MESSE this year too. There, intelligent robot systems, autonomous driving devices in operation, the latest AI applications in robotics, image recognition tools and virtual platforms will be on display. Modern robots are increasingly taking on high-precision tasks that require maximum accuracy. Thanks to the use...

IMTMA, AceMicromatic join hands for productivity excellence in manufacturing Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers' Association (IMTMA) and AceMicromatic Group have entered into a strategic partnership for productivity excellence in manufacturing. IMTMA and AceMicromatic Group have partnered to host National Productivity Summit since 2015. Continuing its partnership with IMTMA, AceMicromatic Group will sponsor the National Productivity Summit for a term of five years from 2025 onwards. The signing ceremony held today at AceMicromatic Group...

Waaree Energies starts trial production at 5.4 GW solar cell facility in Gujarat Waaree Energies, a leading solar PV module manufacturer, has announced the commencement of trial production at its cutting-edge 5.4 GW solar cell manufacturing facility in Chikhli, Gujarat. This milestone marks a significant step toward the company's vision of fostering backward integration within the solar energy ecosystem. The state-of-the-art plant is designed to produce high-efficiency solar cells, catering to...

From Farm to Firm: The Laser Journey of 2 Brothers From a small village in Maharashtra to the busy streets of Mumbai, this is the story of two brothers, Samadhan and Jayram. Born to a farmer father and a house-help mother, they didn’t come to the dream city seeking Bollywood fame. Their dream was bigger – to make a real difference in society. But what unfolds is nothing short of a Bollywood...

Visit QVI stall at IMTEX 2025 - Hall 3A, Booth No. C109 Are you visiting IMTEX 2025 – South East Asia’s largest exhibition in metal cutting and manufacturing technology? Here’s a special invitation from R. Stephen Flynn, President of Optical Gaging Products (OGP), to visit the QVI booth and explore world-class metrology solutions. 📍 Venue: Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), Bengaluru 📅 Dates: January 23 to 29, 2025 🔎 Location: Hall 3A, Booth C109 Experience the...

SANY India expands Pune facility; boosts production capacity SANY India, a leading manufacturer of construction equipment, has inaugurated a state-of-the-art factory at its sprawling 90-acre manufacturing facility in Pune. This expansion is a significant stride in enhancing production capacity and localized manufacturing in India. Further reinforcing SANY`s commitment to the Indian market and developing India as a global sourcing hub. Designed with advanced, process-driven manufacturing methodologies, the new facility is a...