Manufacturing

Qlar opens new Pulverizer Test Center in Bengaluru Qlar (formerly Schenck Process), a global provider of sustainable products and integrated solutions for bulk material applications, has announced the launch of its advanced Test Center in Bengaluru. The new 3,500-square-foot facility is designed to drive innovation by integrating research, development, and large-scale testing. Qlar stated that the center will further enhance its position as a key provider of intelligent grinding technologies. The new...

Sunil Mathur Appointed Chairman of Siemens Energy India Siemens Energy India Limited, the newly independent entity formed following the demerger of Siemens Limited’s Energy business, has announced its new Board of Directors. At the Board meeting held on March 25, Sunil Mathur, the Managing Director and CEO of Siemens Limited and Non-Executive Non-Independent Director of Siemens Energy India, was appointed as the Chairman of the newly formed Board. Guilherme Mendonca, former Head...

SANY Unveils India’s First Hybrid 100-Tonne Mining Dump Truck SANY, a global leader in construction, mining, logistics, and energy equipment, has introduced India’s first hybrid off-highway 100-tonne mining dump truck, manufactured locally at its Pune facility. Engineered to deliver exceptional power, efficiency, and operator safety, the SKT130S is equipped with a high-performance 925 kW rated power engine that generates an impressive 3200 Nm of torque, ensuring superior durability in challenging mining...

AiMED applauds Govt’s decision to make Export Promotion Council for Medical Devices functional The Association of Indian Medical Device Industry (AiMED) applauds the Government of India’s landmark decision to make the Export Promotion Council for Medical Devices (EPCMD) functional, with members being onboarded, a long-standing demand of the industry that has now become a reality. “AiMED expresses its deep gratitude to the Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Piyush Goyal, and extends...

HERMES AWARD 2025 goes to Siemens This year's prestigious HERMES AWARD goes to Siemens in recognition of its AI-powered "industrial copilots"; these provide assistance covering the entire industrial value chain. An independent jury chaired by Prof. Dr.-Ing. Holger Hanselka, President of the Fraunhofer Society, selected the winner from among three nominated companies. The award was presented during the official opening ceremony of HANNOVER MESSE on 30 March, by Cem Özdemir,...

HANNOVER MESSE 2025: A week of confidence Economic uncertainties, geopolitical tensions, climate change –industry is facing huge challenges. However, the German and European economy holds strong trump cards: its products are among the most sought-after in the world. The task for the future is to produce them even more efficiently and competitively, and with more efficient use of resources. Artificial intelligence, automation and international partnerships have a key role to...

Inker Robotics to develop India’s first RoboPark Inker Robotics is advancing discussions with corporate leaders to shape India’s first RoboPark, an integrated hub dedicated to robotics awareness, education, innovation, and entrepreneurship. As automation and AI continue to transform industries, the initiative aims to create a collaborative space where academia, businesses, and technology converge to drive advancements in robotics and artificial intelligence. Built on four interconnected pillars - RoboLand, Teknowledge Academy,...

Enhancing Automated Material Handling with Advanced Layer Gripping Technology The global manufacturing landscape is undergoing a transformative shift, driven by automation and smart technologies. Industries are increasingly adopting robotic solutions to enhance efficiency, precision, and scalability. Automated systems streamline production, reduce dependency on manual labor, and ensure consistency in quality. With the rise of Industry 4.0, manufacturing units are integrating robotics, IoT, and AI-driven technologies to create connected and intelligent...

India, US Industry Bodies Sign MOUs to Boost Cooperation in Electronics & ICT Two significant Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) were signed at The Incredible Inc.50 Awards ceremony, held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, as part of the 25th edition of IndiaSoft. The agreements aim to enhance collaboration between India and the United States, as well as to strengthen the development of India’s electronics industry and international market access for domestic...

United States invites India to invest in ICT sector The United States has invited India to invest in the ICT (Information and Communication Technology) sector, particularly in the segments connected with innovation and cybersecurity. This invitation was extended by Diego Morales, Secretary of State, State of Indiana, at the inauguration of the twin events, 25th edition of INDIASOFT and the 10th Edition of the India Electronics Expo, held today in...

Taiwan Excellence Made Grand Debut at TIMTOS 2025 Taiwan Excellence made a remarkable debut at TIMTOS 2025, bringing together leading Taiwanese companies such as CHMER, HIWIN MIKROSYSTEM, HONOR SEIKI, YCM, HIWIN, Accutex, GIFU, CAMPRO, and Techman Robot to collectively showcase Taiwan’s innovation in manufacturing and its commitment to sustainable development. Several groundbreaking products were showcased to demonstrate Taiwan's strength in smart manufacturing, including: CHMER UA432L Green and Compact Linear-Driven Wire Cut...

1,500 Exhibitors, 400 Delegates from 80 Nations to attend INDIASOFT 2025 in Delhi The 25th edition of INDIASOFT 2025, India’s premier IT and electronics global networking event, along with the India Electronics Expo, is set to take place from March 19-21 at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. Organized by the Electronics and Computer Software Export Promotion Council (ESC), these combined events will bring together over 1,500 Indian exhibitors and 400-plus international...

ELECRAMA 2025 Draws 1,000+ Exhibitors, 400K Visitors The 16th edition of ELECRAMA 2025 organised by Indian Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers’ Association (IEEMA) wrapped up on a high note, firmly establishing itself as the premier global platform for the electrical and allied electronics industry. According to IEEMA, this edition broke previous records, by hosting over 1,000+ exhibitors, attracting more than 400,000 business visitor footfalls, and generating an estimated $20 billion in...

ABB Motion Ventures Invests in UptimeAI ABB Motion has announced a strategic investment through ABB Motion Ventures in the AI start-up UptimeAI, aiming to transform how industrial customers manage the health and performance of motors, drives, and related assets. The transaction consists of ABB taking a minority stake in UptimeAI. Financial details of the investment were not disclosed. The collaboration leverages machine learning and expert systems to provide customers with deep...

German machine tool industry with muted annual results 2024 Orders received by the German machine tool industry in the fourth quarter of 2024 were 7 percent down on the previous year's figure. Orders from both Germany and abroad fell by similar amounts: 7 percent and 6 percent, respectively. In 2024 as a whole, incoming orders declined by 19 percent. Domestic orders were 9 percent down on the previous year, while...