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IMTEX 2023: SHAPING THE FUTURE OF MANUFACTURING

The manufacturing community is jubilant at the comeback of the much-awaited show on metal cutting and manufacturing IMTEX 2023. The trade fair, which has been helping business entities remain relevant in the changing times and stay ahead of the technology curve, will be in its bigger and better avatar, with Tooltech and Digital Manufacturing as its concurrent shows.

A LEGACY OF EXCELLENCE

Micromatic Grinding Technologies Pvt Ltd (MGT) has a 50-year history of ethical and transparent working and pursuing excellence.

SUCCESS THROUGH INNOVATION

A leading technology consulting firm with design strengths in electro-optic products and systems, RRP S4E Innovation Pvt Ltd has excelled despite the pandemic and the subsequent economic changes.

Future Trends To Watch Out

The recently concluded IMTEX 2023 offered the participants the Digital Manufacturing Pavilion as a dedicated space to explore the latest smart technologies. Industry stakeholders highlighted notable developments in the Indian manufacturing landscape, as well as their innovative solutions to meet current and future demands. Let’s take a closer look at what caught their attention.

PLAYING THE PERFECT MEDIUM

As a premier platform for machine tool industry players, IMTEX has consistently attracted widespread interest. In its latest iteration, the event’s emphasis on digitalization underscored the urgency for domestic companies to adopt intelligent technologies to remain competitive in the global marketplace. In this article, top industry leaders share their insights on the transformative benefits they derived from participating in IMTEX 2023.

BEING ‘AMAC’INGLY INNOVATIVE

amace, a part of the largest machine tool conglomerate in India the AceMicromatic Group (AMG), is revolutionizing the manufacturing industry with additive manufacturing that has the potential to achieve new levels of customization, efficiency, and sustainability.

ACCOMPLISHING A VISION

JPF Metacast had to undertake the challenging project of developing 28 different parts of the housing flywheel for its client Cummins India, which had to be done in just two years including the pandemic period. Here’s how the project saw the light of day and the benefits it entailed…

COLLABORATING FOR PROGRESS

The industry and academia bond can play a pivotal role in ushering in innovation and economic growth. Their collaboration offers room for academia to contribute its research and knowledge, while the industry can provide expertise, experience, and opportunities for the other to progress. Cognizant of the fact that the duo together can work wonders, IMTMA provides a platform for them to connect with each other during IMTEX.

India Resilient Despite Global Headwinds

Given the optimistic developments in the rapidly changing Indian Machine Tool industry, it is vital our readers achieve a deeper understanding of the industry's present status. Starting this month, MMI has introduced a new segment that will help us gain that much-needed insight.

GT Tooling Invests in LK Freedom Classic Scan Portable Arm to Accelerate Quality Control

GT Tooling, founded in 2011, is a toolmaking and subcontract machining company that spent one year using conventional manual metrology equipment to measure the components it was milling and turning before investing in a 3D articulating arm, a 6-axis model with a reach of 1.2 meters.

Latest Innovations from LMW

Focusing on major demanding factors in the market including accuracy and long-lasting repeatability, reliability, reduction in cycle time, low cost per component, and high productivity, LMW has come up with its latest turning, milling, and turnmill centers.

Proven in Practice

The communication system developed by Beckhoff and presented at Hannover Messe 2003 has proven itself as a high-performance real-time Ethernet technology.

HMS Networks Simplifies Connecting Robot Accessories to Any Industrial Network

HMS Networks AB, a market-leading provider of solutions in industrial ICT, offers ready-made Anybus products that have proven to be the easiest solution for connecting accessories to factory networks, as discovered by Robot System Products (RSP).

INDIA STANDS FIRM AMONG UNCERTAINTIES

In the Indian economic outlook, the manufacturing sector shows signs of growth while the GDP growth rate has moderated.

THE LUMINARIES BEHIND IMTMA

Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers’ Association’s (IMTMA) dedicated team has been tirelessly working for the Indian machine tools industry to attain a reputed global stature. It's important to recognize the unsung heroes behind the scenes whose contributions have been essential for the industry's success. This is a tribute to their invaluable efforts. The second in the series has its focus on Shantanurao Laxmanrao Kirloskar, one of India’s iconic industrialists who established the Kirloskar Group and the township of Kirloskarwadi.

DOMINATING WITH QUALITY

Trishul Machine Tools is widely acknowledged within the country as the top producer of Polygon Turning Machines. The company’s unwavering focus and diligence, that has led to its current success, is likely to propel it to the number one position globally as well.

NEW-GENERATION CBN/DIAMOND TOOLS FOR HIGH PRODUCTIVITY

Prof Amitava Ghosh and his research team at IIT Madras are carrying out cutting-edge research on the development of new-generation abrasive tools and advanced grinding technologies. The team is on a mission to develop a wide range of superabrasive tools for versatile applications, which can bring a paradigm shift in a common understanding of grinding.

MEASURES THAT MATTER

Marposs’ offerings to the biomedical segment include measurement and inspection solutions for medical devices and components. Here’s knowing a few and the noteworthy advantages they bring to the table.

CREATING A BRIGHTER FUTURE TOGETHER

Siemens Ltd is committed to helping students in India reach their full potential through its Siemens Scholarship Program, which is an excellent example of how education and industry can work together to create a bright future for students and a stronger economy for the country.

REDEFINING MACHINE VISION

With its revolutionary vision technology, CynLr, a robotics deep-tech startup, is altering the field of industrial robotics and autonomous navigation, promising to simplify factory lines and empower robots to undertake any task.

CREATING INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS

The Indian die and mold industry is expected to grow by over US$ 1 billion from 2021 to 2025, fueled by demand from the automotive, healthcare, electronics, and plastics sectors. Bengaluru-based WIDMA is helping to meet this demand by providing deep-hole drilling technology that offers high accuracy and productivity.

SUSTAINABILITY IN MANUFACTURING: PRESERVING OUR WORLD

Cognizant of the crucial role sustainability plays in manufacturing, industry players are implementing necessary practices to reduce environmental impact. However, while some companies are setting high standards in this pursuit, challenges hinder widespread adoption, requiring a closer look at the industry’s commitment to sustainability. Here’s a roundup of industry insiders presenting their perspectives on the topic.

ACCELERATING TOWARDS EXCELLENCE

‘Single piece flow’ is a lean manufacturing method that has proven to be the key to boosting efficiency; it increases productivity, reduces waste, enhances quality, and shortens production lead time. Here’s knowing how the Kandivali plant of Mahindra & Mahindra leveraged it to improve its overall manufacturing efficiency and to achieve its target.

HELPING MEET INDUSTRY STANDARDS

The Advanced Machine Tool Testing Facility is an important facility that plays a crucial role in the development and advancement of machine tools. It provides a comprehensive platform for testing and evaluating the performance and accuracy of machine tools.
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