PUBLISHER’S NOTE

Dear Readers,

The adage ‘Health is wealth’ holds greater relevance today as the world grapples with challenges such as pandemics and other illnesses, underscoring the dire need for more advanced medical devices. For India to become a global center for medical equipment manufacturing, the Machine Tool industry must align its capabilities with the high standards demanded by the Healthcare sector.

With rapid advances in healthcare, the demand for highly precise surgical medical devices is surging. Hence, the Indian Machine Tool industry is working to cater to the precision and reliability expected in medical applications. While we have built a strong foundation in engineering and automation, the next major step will occur when the Machine Tool industry develops ultra-precision technologies.

This journey goes beyond building machines—it’s about enabling life-saving innovations. From surgical implants to diagnostic instruments, every medical device requires micron-level precision, sterile environments, and strict quality standards.

To achieve this, the Machine Tool industry must leverage the extensive knowledge within India’s academic and research institutions. Young engineers and technocrats are eager to contribute to technology and innovation. Industry-academia collaboration, combined with domestic and global strategic partnerships, can bring about evolutionary change. It is an opportune time for deeper collaborations to drive research in manufacturing that creates better medical equipment and improved healthcare with real-world impact.

The Indian Machine Tool industry will then be able not only to produce machines but also to build trust, uphold quality, and inspire hope. This edition of Modern Manufacturing India (MMI) features an article from the Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers’ Association (IMTMA) on how the Indian Machine Tool industry needs to prepare itself to meet the needs of medical equipment manufacturers.

Readers are encouraged to share their feedback and suggestions for features or improvements to enhance this magazine. Wishing you an insightful and engaging read of this edition of MMI.

Industry-academia collaboration, combined with domestic and global strategic partnerships, can bring about evolutionary change. It is an opportune time for deeper collaborations to drive research in manufacturing that creates better medical equipment and improved healthcare with real-world impact.

Jibak Dasgupta
Director General & CEO
Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers’ Association
Bangalore International Exhibition Centre