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Zimmer Group, a leading provider of automation and robotics solutions, inaugurated its game-changing production facility on April 16, 2024, in Kikvi, near Pune. This decisive step in the company’s internationalization strategy reflects its commitment to innovation and excellence in the Indian and Asian markets.

The inauguration and open house ceremony of Bharat Fritz Werner Ltd’s new digitally connected manufacturing facility was held on April 20, 2024, at Devaganapalli near Hosur, Tamil Nadu. The world-class facility symbolizes innovation, efficiency, and a commitment to excellence in the machine tool industry.

Leveraging and committing to supporting India’s growth, GROB Group, a leading global supplier of production and automation solutions, inaugurated its 6th production plant in India on May 7, 2024, at Gudipalli, Andhra Pradesh, India. Continuing its tradition of relentless innovation, the family-managed German company expands its plan for India and evolves in the dynamic auto sector.

The evolution of industrial robots towards adaptive automation represents a paradigm shift in manufacturing. It heralds a future where robots are not just tools but intelligent collaborators and contributors, capable of navigating the complexities of modern industry with agility and efficiency.

India’s economic landscape showcased resilience and promise in the third quarter of the fiscal year 2023-24, driven by robust performances in key sectors.

At the recently concluded IMTEX FORMING 2024 & Tooltech 2024, Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers’ Association (IMTMA) acknowledged four companies for their significant contribution towards bolstering India’s export prowess and showcasing the country’s capabilities on the global stage with the highly coveted ‘IMTMA Export Performance Award’. The chosen companies include IND-Sphinx Precision Ltd, ISGEC Heavy Engineering Ltd, ITL Industries Ltd, and Jyoti CNC Automation Ltd.

In celebration of Women’s Day this month, it’s crucial to acknowledge the pathbreaking strides women have been making in the field that once was considered off-limits for them. They have come a long way from making a foray into the industry to assuming leadership roles and redefining the norms. Here are two cents from some significant women leaders who have not just risen to success but have worked toward making the manufacturing arena gender inclusive.

While the manufacturing market is surging with industrial IoT and smart tech, predictive maintenance is holding profit potential for industry players.

Toyota Kirloskar Auto Parts Pvt Ltd (TKAP) brought in productivity improvement in the transmission machining line through in-house low-cost automation. Other advantages followed, justifying the much-needed change.

For Milacron India Pvt Ltd (MIPL), a leading higher-tonnage injection molding machines manufacturing company, a strategic approach helped overcome challenges in its endeavor to offer high-performing and cost-competitive products tailored to meet customer needs.