450 exhibitors from 18 countries set forth for IMTEX Forming 2024

IMTMA organised, IMTEX Forming 2024 highlights Tooltech, Digital Manufacturing and Weld Expo 2024 as concurrent shows during the event. It also collocated Mouldex India and Fastenex India alongside at Bangalore International Exhibition Centre from January 19 to 23, 2024. Read more...

Why automation is key for India's $1 trn manufacturing economy?

Manufacturing sector, which contributes approximately 16 per cent to India's GDP, aims to reach $1 trillion by elevating its contribution substantially to around 25 per cent. In this article, Rakesh Rao explains why digital manufacturing will be the key to achieve this goal. Read more...

Automation should be tailored to businesses' unique needs

In this interview with Rakesh Rao, Zurvan Marolia, Sr VP & Head - Manufacturing Council, Godrej & Boyce Manufacturing Co Ltd, eloquently explains steps to be taken by companies to maximise their return on investments (RoIs) while adopting automation Read more...

Automation also enables companies to employ sustainable practices

In this interview with Rakesh Rao, Sameer Gandhi, MD, OMRON Automation, India, explains how advanced technologies are enabling a shift towards smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0 practices Read more...

Unmanned manufacturing operation is reality now

In this interview, Aniket Sawarkar, CEO, Avcon Systems Pvt Ltd, highlights the importance of adopting the right material handling equipment (MHE) for improving efficiency and productivity Read more...

India is in process of transitioning towards adopting automation

In this interview with Rakesh Rao, Ankit Jain, IT Head, WIKA India, explains how IoT enabled devices & solutions contribute to creating a smart manufacturing ecosystem. Read more...

SMEs should leverage user-friendly tech like cobots to propel their business”

An industry pioneer since 30 years, Anuj Bihani, Director of Alstrut India Pvt Ltd, has been a catalyst for many companies in introducing numerous technologies to them. Alstrut is focused on providing automation solution to various industries in manufacturing sector. In a partnership with Denmark-based Universal Robot, the company has leveraged the robotics and automation for the SMEs and other manufactures in India. In this interview with Ayushi Khandelwal, he shares insights on the importance Read more...

Digital manufacturing enhances operational efficiency

In this interview, Ranjit Patil, Head CoE – Manufacturing Operations Management, Tata Technologies, elaborates on transformations taking place in the Indian manufacturing sector due to the integration of advanced technologies. Read more...

Shopfloors are becoming more agile, efficient, and competitive

In this interaction with Rakesh Rao, Shubhankar Chatterji and Manish Jha of Cummins India highlight how automation and digital solutions are elevating efficiency and productivity in the manufacturing industry. Read more...

MOLDEX, FASTNEX India 2024 shapes future of moulding, fastener excellence

Messe Stuttgart India unveil MOLDEX India 2024 and FASTNEX India 2024, from January 19 to 22, 2024 at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC). It co-locates with IMTEX Forming, Tooltech, Digital Manufacturing, and WELDEXPO 2024. Read more...

India has moved up with two spots in machine tool production worldwide

Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers' Association (IMTMA) is the apex industry body for the machine tool sector in India. Rajendra S Rajamane, Vice President, IMTMA in this interview talks about the production growth and export achievements of Indian Machine tool industry. Indian machine tool production has reached around Rs 11,956 crore in FY23, he mentioned during the interview. Read more...

MOLDEX, FASTNEX to get launch at IMTEX Forming 2024

In a strategic partnership Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers’ Association (IMTMA) and Landesmesse Stuttgart signed an MoU to organise the Moulding Expo, MOLDEX India and fastening and fixing sector trade show, FASTNEX at IMTEX Forming in January 2024. Read more...

Tips to make Indian manufacturing sector strong

Indian manufacturing industry can create bulk employment which can be the growth engine for India in the future. While there are challenges in developing the manufacturing units in India, there are also equally opportunities that need to be leveraged, says Naren Brahme, while sharing his “Vision 2025” for Indian manufacturing industry Read more...

IMTEX 2023 inaugurated at Bengaluru on January 19

MD, Volvo India Group and Chairman, SKF inaugurated 20th edition of IMTEX 2023 on January 19. With concurrent shows Tooltech 2023 and Digital Manufacturing 2023, Germany, Korea, Spain, Taiwan, and USA will have country pavilions at BIEC Read more...

Machine tools industry's mega show IMTEX 2023 kick starts today

With more than 960 exhibitions from 23 countries, IMTEX 2023 is all set to commence from January 19 in Bengaluru. Alongside, IMTMA organises Tooltech 2023 and Digital Manufacturing 2023 at the venue Read more...

New-age technologies can help us overcome many challenges

In this interview, Sandeep Shukla, Practise Head - Manufacturing Engineering, Tata Technologies, explains the concepts of digital manufacturing and its advantages to overcome challenges presented by market uncertainties. Read more...

IMTEX 2023 to fulfill futuristic needs of manufacturing technologies

Over 750 exhibitors from more than 20 countries will display cutting-edge manufacturing technology solutions at IMTEX, Tooltech & Digital Manufacturing 2023 Read more...

IMTMA postpones machine tools expo IMTEX 2022 due to rising Covid-Omicron cases

The IMTEX 2022 & IMTEX FORMING 2022 exhibition was scheduled for January 20-26, 2022. The rescheduled dates will be announced shortly. Read more...

IMTEX 2022: An enabler of machine tools industry growth

After 2020, IMTMA is back with its yearly exhibition – this time in-person - as IMTEX and IMTEX Forming 2022. The event is scheduled from January 20-26, 2022 at Bangalore International Exhibition Center (BIEC). Read more...

Machine tools industry gears up for a combined IMTEX in Jan 2022

Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers’ Association (IMTMA) is organising IMTEX 2022, IMTEX Forming 2022, Tooltech & Digital Manufacturing at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC) from January 20 - 26, 2022. Read more...

Machine tools expo IMTEX 2021 rescheduled to June 17-23 due to COVID 19 pandemic

ToolTech - a trade fair for parts, accessories and systems for machine tools and manufacturing technology - and “Digital Manufacturing” will also be hosted along with IMTEX 2021, organised by the Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers' Association (IMTMA) Read more...

HP and partners use 3D printing to produce critical parts to battle Covid 19

Initial applications being validated and finalised for industrial production include face masks, face shields, mask adjusters, nasal swabs, hands-free door openers, and respirator parts Read more...

Transforming the shopfloor through digital manufacturing

India’s strength in IT and expertise in manufacturing must come together for the adoption of digital technologies, says V Anbu. Read more...

Sandvik Coromant introduces CoroPlus MachiningInsights

More than a monitoring system, the solution gathers data, calls attention to issues and provides the insights required to take action Read more...

Using technological advancements and managing disruption

The coming together of the cyber physical systems, internet of things, cloud computing and cognitive computing has led to the emergence of the ‘smart factory’ in this fourth industrial revolution, observes Jitendra Shah. Read more...

“Digital manufacturing together with IT to create a new paradigm”

To meet the fast-growing demand for vehicles, manufacturers are realigning their manufacturing methodologies through the implementation of enhanced automation process at every stage. At the same time, to raise core competitiveness, many automakers are adopting advanced technologies, ie, the amalgamation of digital manufacturing with information technology (IT) to create a new manufacturing paradigm. Read more...

Gleason expands India presence with new advanced manufacturing and technology facility

On August 17th and 18th, 2017, Gleason hosted more than 150 customers and business partners for the grand opening of its new 65,000 square foot facility in Aerospace Park, Devanahalli, Bangalore, India.  The two day event included a grand opening celebration including a ribbon cutting ceremony and remarks by company executives. Read more...