Author: Ganesh Gavhane

In modern automation architectures, the interaction between machinery safety (Safety) and operational security (Security) is increasingly becoming the key to practicable concepts. It is important to consider not only the technical and normative requirements of safety, but in particular the need to assign information and authorisations carefully – issues that until now have been covered by organisational measures. With a safe operating mode selector switch, manipulation protection and access authorisations can be achieved in terms of overall safety. The development towards a networked automation landscape means that companies face new security challenges. Industry 4.0 systems can be reconfigured and…

Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group, Cambridge, UK and Maini Precision Products Ltd (MPP), entered into a multimillion dollar life of programme contract for structural machined parts and sub-assemblies for a major aircraft programme at Aero India 2017. With this contract, MPP is now positioned as the single source from India to support Marshall for their manufacturing requirements for the duration of this program. Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group was represented by Mr. Andrew Monk, Supplier Manager and Mr. Jeremy Rogerson, Supplier Quality Manager. Maini Group was represented by Mr. Gautam Maini, Executive Director, Maini Group and Mr. Naresh Palta, CEO,…

Lapp India, a 100% subsidiary of the Lapp Group Germany and a leading supplier of integrated solutions and branded products in the field of cable and connection technology in India, launched EPIC SMART, the industrial rectangular connector at IMTEX 2017. EPIC SMART Industrial Connector is designed and manufactured in Asia for the Asian customers with the promise of high performance at a cost-effective price. These connectors are used for power and control application in all industries ranging from Machine Tool, Automotive and Material handling to Industrial Automation. They are suitable for rated current up to 16A & Voltage: 500 Volts…

DesignTech Systems Ltd., a leading name in CAD/CAM/CAE, PLM and Additive Manufacturing technologies, has announced a strategic partnership with Solidscape, for the distribution of high precision 3D Printers for manufacturing of wax patterns in India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Maldives, Sri Lanka and Bhutan. DesignTech will develop the infrastructure to support the expansion and adoption of 3D printing custom manufacturing solutions. Solidscape 3D printers are known for their ability to produce ultra-fine feature details and are considered a premier technology for applications like custom jewelry manufacturing, high precision casting, and advanced biomedical research. “DesignTech Systems Ltd.’s strong business reputation and broad footprint…

EOS, the global technology and quality leader for high-end Additive Manufacturing (AM) solutions, has announced its support of the Swiss society Devanthro and the Roboy project at the Technical University of Munich. The goal of the Roboy project is to advance humanoid robotics to the capability of human bodies. The vision is to iteratively improve Roboy models until the performance is comparable to humans in dexterity, robustness and flexibility. The first prototype – Roboy Junior – has muscles and tendons rather than motors in the joints. It has been developed under substantial usage of AM: The complete skeletal body structure…

International cutting tool supplier Dormer Pramet has launched a new machining data calculator app. Designed primarily for smartphones, the “calculators’ app” will help determine a variety of data on popular operations including milling, turning, drilling, threading and boring. By entering different job settings including tool diameter and material type the user can quickly and easily establish the optimum conditions for an efficient machining process. A wide range of parameters can be navigated by simply swiping the screen, including power demand, torque and cutting time. Available in 18 languages, additional user preferences provided include metric and inch options. A valuable tool…

Q) GROB has gained substantial market share in Indian machine tool industry, please elucidate the success story of the company?Since its entry in to Indian market in 2007, Grob gained substantial market share with proven strategies of the company in similar markets. We initially focused on automotive OEM’s, followed by their tier 1 vendors with our system machines and later with a big bang in die & mold and aerospace industry with our state of the art universal horizontal 5 axes machining centers. Continuous year on year increase in business and market share fuelled our thoughts for further expansion in…

With an objective of providing a value-centric product to the growing Indian manufacturing sector, lately SCHUNK Intec India Pvt Ltd introduced its latest Quick change Pallet System that promises return on investment (ROI) in less than three months. Today’s market dynamics demand shorter product life cycles making it imperative for the manufacturing companies to invest in flexible systems and have the bandwidth to cope up with changing machining requirements. Identifying this need of the hour SCHUNK; one of the pioneers in gripping systems and clamping technology since last 70 years came out with its new offering – “VERO-E…

CNC Software, Inc. has partnered with a leading independent machine tools and allied equipment supplier to help them strengthen their commitment to offering a ‘total customer solution’ by announcing a new agreement with them. Engineering Technology Group (ETG), which employs 100 people at its Headquarters in the West Midlands, has signed a deal to sell Mastercam and Cimco software across the UK, providing manufacturers with access to the latest CAM and CNC technology. It is a relationship that has already proved successful in Ireland, and the Wellesbourne-based company believes it has the potential to generate more than £2m of sales…

Makino Inc. is pleased to announce its merger with EDM consumables supplier Global EDM Supplies. The merger is expected to expand the company’s SST Consumables business, providing customers with broader geographic reach, greater product diversity and increased accessibility to experienced technical services and support. “We are very pleased to continue our growth in the consumables business through the merger of Global EDM Supplies,” said Don Lane, CEO of Makino Inc. “We look forward to better serving our customers through the addition of Global’s skilled and experienced personnel, geographic presence and product portfolio.” Headquartered in Mason, Ohio, Global EDM Supplies is…

The plant produces 5 millionth power tool from its Chennai facility It is the 15th manufacturing facility of Bosch Power Tools in India It has a capacity of producing over 2 million power Tools every year Bosch Power Tools India, that offers a complete range of power tools for construction, woodworking and metalworking industry, has announced the roll out of 5 Millionth Power Tools from the plant located in Oragadam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. This manufacturing facility is spread over two acres with a capacity of producing 2 million power Tools every year. This plant is the 1st manufacturing facility of…

The new Control System PNOZmulti 2 with up to 80% less energy consumption… than comparable products. The power consumption of the new base unit PNOZ m BO is a minimal 0.8 W with 20 safe inputs and 4 safe semiconductor outputs (PL e, SIL CL 3) and a width of just 45 mm. Rely on 10 years of innovation from the market leader in safe control technology! Count on the configurable control systems, the worldwide safety standard for all machine types. The simple, graphics configuration tool saves engineering costs because you can create your safety circuit simply and intuitively on…

Machine builders need appropriate, customised control concepts in order to meet rising demands on productivity and plant and machine availability. Interaction between the control functions for automation and safety are the key to success. Simpler, more flexible, more productive, more efficient – as the demands on plant and machinery rise, so too does the level of automation. And control technology has a key role. It is the playmaker; it processes the digital and analogue signals from the sensors and input devices, sends them to actuators, drives and control devices and keeps the plant running. The processes required to do this…

Castrol India today announced the launch of Castrol POWER1 CRUISE – an advanced premium quality engine oil specially designed for four-stroke cruiser/tourer bikes. Castrol POWER1 CRUISE is specially formulated to suit the long riding conditions during which big bikes can feel sluggish as heat and friction can rob the engine of its power. The Power Sustain Technology of Castrol POWER1 CRUISE manages the heat and friction ensuring sustained power delivery, providing ‘On-Demand Acceleration’. Castrol POWER1 CRUISE fulfils the requirements of API SL and JASO MA2 standards and is suitable for all four-stroke carburetted or fuel-injected bikes requiring SAE 15W-50 4T…

Castrol India today announced the launch of Castrol POWER1 CRUISE – an advanced premium quality engine oil specially designed for four-stroke cruiser/tourer bikes. Castrol POWER1 CRUISE is specially formulated to suit the long riding conditions during which big bikes can feel sluggish as heat and friction can rob the engine of its power. The Power Sustain Technology of Castrol POWER1 CRUISE manages the heat and friction ensuring sustained power delivery, providing ‘On-Demand Acceleration’. Castrol POWER1 CRUISE fulfils the requirements of API SL and JASO MA2 standards and is suitable for all four-stroke carburetted or fuel-injected bikes requiring SAE 15W-50 4T…