Author: MTW Editorial Team
Recovering demand and post–Canton Fair timing draw global buyers; Australian firefighters to open the show with Taiwan-made toolsTAICHUNG, Taiwan, October 15, 2026 — The 2026 Taiwan International Tools & Hardware Expo x International Hardware Expo Taiwan (TiTE x IHT) will take place October 20–22 at the Taichung International Convention & Exhibition Center (TICEC). Organized by the Taiwan Hand Tool Manufacturers’ Association and Lanza International Co., Ltd., this year’s edition brings together 450 exhibitors across more than 1,000 booths under the theme “TEAM TAIWAN: From Manufacturing to Co-Creation | AI Empowerment & Smart Upgrading,” focusing on smart manufacturing, global distribution channels…
October 12, 2026: L&T Technology Services (BSE: 540115, NSE: LTTS), a global leader in Engineering Intelligence Solutions and ER&D services, today inaugurated its AI-Native EI Lab for Digital Manufacturing in Bengaluru, an experiential environment where customers and partners can see AI-Native Manufacturing, digital twins and autonomous systems working together across the lifecycles.The EI Lab extends LTTS’ Engineering Intelligence charter to the manufacturing shop floor. Through live and scenario-based demonstrations, customers can move from digital engineering and virtual validation to connected production, intelligent operations and autonomous systems, and see the integration pathways that make each of them scale.The EI Lab is…
Mumbai, 30 Sept. 2026: The Tool and Gauge Manufacturers Association of India (TAGMA India) concluded its 35th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 30 Sept 2026, bringing together members of the association from across India. The AGM also marked the election of the TAGMA Executive Council for the 2026–2029.As the number of nominations received matched the number of seats available, the new Executive Council members were elected unopposed. Representing the South region, the newly elected members are D. Shanmugasundaram, Managing Director, S & T Engineers (P) Ltd; D. Ravi, Managing Director, Clastek Engineering Limited; Gopalakrishnan T. S., Director, Multiple Special Steel…
The 80th Annual General Meet of the IMTMA was held at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), Bengaluru. The AGM attracted the presence of association members; besides that, Annual Report and Statement of Accounts for the year ending 31st March 2026 were revealed at the meeting.New leadership for 2026–27At the Executive Committee meeting held after the AGM, Ms. Mohini Kelkar was elected as the President of IMTMA for 2026–27. Mr. Vikram Salunke was elected as the association’s Vice President for the same period. The appointments mark the beginning of a new leadership term for the association as it continues its…
Bengaluru, 30 September 2026: Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers’ Association (IMTMA) held its 80th Annual General Meeting on 24th September 2026 at Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), Bengaluru.At the Executive Committee meeting following the AGM, a new Executive Committee of IMTMA for 2026 – 2027 was formed. Mohini Kelkar was elected as the President of IMTMA for the year 2026 – 2027. Vikram Salunke was elected as the Vice President for the year 2026 – 2027.
August 29, 2026 : LMW Limited (formerly known as Lakshmi Machine Works Limited), a leading manufacturer of advanced CNC machines and engineering solutions, is proud to announce that its Turnmill Center LR30MY L17 has been honored with the prestigious India’s Best Design Award 2026. The award was presented at a grand ceremony held in Pune on August 29, 2026, and organized by Design India.The recognition underscores LMW’s unwavering commitment to engineering innovation, customer-centric design, and manufacturing excellence. The LR30MY L17 represents a significant advancement in multitasking machining technology, combining turning and milling capabilities in a single platform to deliver superior…
August 2026, Utrecht, Netherlands: Packaging innovation is confronting a harder commercial test: a better material does not necessarily make a better packaging system. Packaging’s next competitive advantage will be won at the system level, says FutureBridge. The global strategy and innovation consulting firm is strengthening its packaging innovation focus as materials, manufacturing, circularity, regulation and economics increasingly become one decision. The trade-offs are already visible. Mono-materials may improve recyclability but affect barrier performance or machinability; downgauging can cut material use but raise damage risk; and reuse can shift cost into washing and reverse logistics. Add e-commerce, portion control and SKU complexity,…
Air Turbine Technology Inc., the innovative US manufacturer of powerful governed high-speed turbine products, will exhibit at IMTS West Hall booth #431645, Sept 14 – 19, 2026 in Chicago, IL, where the company will present its full range of powerful high-speed spindles for manufacturers seeking greater productivity, precision, and reliability in demanding machining and finishing applications. At the show, visitors will see Pneumatic Hand Tools, Air Turbine Live Tools®, CNC Spindles, and solutions for automation, lathes, and motors, with featured technologies built around the company’s patented governed turbine technology that maintains high speed under cutting load. Air Turbine Tools will…
Andreas Maier Workholding Technology – India, the subsidiary of ANDREAS MAIER GmbH opened its new office in Bengaluru at the Industry House on Race Course Road , in the heart of the commercial district of the city.The Office was inaugurated on the 4th of Aug ’26 by the Consul General ( designate ) of Germany , Dr Christoph Dorschfeldt ; Mr Johannes Maier, Group MD of AMF and Mr Rajesh Nath , MD of VDMA ( Confederation of European Industry ) by the traditional lamp lighting ritual.The event was attended by a gathering of dignitaries including the Regional Director of…
In today’s highly competitive manufacturing environment, machine downtime is far more than an operational inconvenience. An unexpected breakdown can disrupt production schedules, compromise delivery commitments, increase maintenance costs and, in extreme cases, damage a company’s reputation. As manufacturing systems become increasingly automated and interconnected, industries are therefore moving from traditional reactive maintenance towards more intelligent strategies. At the forefront of this transformation is predictive maintenance, which uses data, sensors and analytics to identify potential failures before they occur.The fundamental objective is simple: maintain equipment when it actually needs attention, rather than waiting for it to fail or servicing it unnecessarily.From…
As manufacturers navigate rising material costs, increasing productivity pressures and shortages of skilled manpower, automation is rapidly becoming a necessity rather than simply a competitive advantage. Meiban Engineering Technologies Pvt. Ltd. has built its business around addressing these challenges with intelligent manufacturing solutions that combine advanced automation, precision engineering and user-friendly operation. Established in Bangalore in 2004 in association with Muratec, Meiban Engineering has grown into a solution provider for automation and turnkey manufacturing projects, serving the automobile, sheet-metal, general engineering, pump, hydraulic and other industrial sectors. Over two decades, the company has developed capabilities spanning CNC turning machinery, sheet-metal…
In modern manufacturing, achieving dimensional accuracy is only one part of producing a high-quality component. The quality of the surface can be equally critical. A component may conform perfectly to its dimensional drawing yet fail in service because its surface is too rough, too smooth, improperly textured or inconsistent. Surface finish inspection has therefore become an essential element of modern metrology and quality assurance.Surface finish influences friction, wear, lubrication, fatigue strength, sealing performance, corrosion resistance, appearance and the ability of components to function reliably in demanding applications. From precision gears and bearings to automotive engine components, aerospace parts, medical devices…
AMTEX 2026 | Taiwan PavilionAt AMTEX 2026, we connected with Vanessa Chang at the Taiwan Pavilion to explore the latest developments shaping the future of smart manufacturing. From advanced technologies to smarter production processes, the conversation highlighted how innovation is helping manufacturers become more efficient, connected, and future-ready. 💡 Key takeaway: The growing demand for automation and advanced manufacturing in India is creating new opportunities for Taiwanese technology companies. 🎥 Watch the full interview to hear directly from Vanessa Chang and discover their perspective on the future of manufacturing. #AMTEX2026 #TaiwanPavilion #SmartManufacturing #Manufacturing #IndustrialAutomation #AdvancedManufacturing #Taiwan #MTW
In modern manufacturing, the machine tool spindle is far more than a rotating shaft that drives a cutting tool. It is the heart of the machining system, directly influencing cutting speed, material removal rate, surface finish, dimensional accuracy, tool life and overall productivity. As manufacturers increasingly process difficult-to-machine materials, complex geometries and miniature features, the demand for spindles capable of delivering higher speeds, greater rigidity, superior thermal stability and exceptional accuracy continues to grow.The evolution of spindle technology is therefore closely linked to the evolution of machine tools themselves. From conventional belt-driven systems to sophisticated motorised spindles with intelligent monitoring,…
Metal cutting fluids have been an integral part of machining for more than a century. Their fundamental purpose has remained familiar—to reduce friction and heat, improve tool life, facilitate chip evacuation and enhance surface finish. Yet the technology behind these fluids has changed dramatically.What began largely with mineral-oil-based formulations has evolved into a sophisticated field encompassing synthetic and semi-synthetic fluids, high-performance additives, bio-based lubricants, minimum quantity lubrication, dry machining and digitally monitored fluid-management systems.Today, cutting fluid is no longer regarded simply as a consumable. It is increasingly viewed as an important component of the overall machining process, influencing productivity, tool…