Author: Dipalee Singh

The Indian Construction Equipment (CE) industry has raised strong concerns following the government’s announcement of a 12% safeguard duty on imports of non-alloy and alloy steel flat products. The decision, which aims to protect domestic steel producers, is expected to significantly disrupt the supply chain and cost structures within the construction equipment manufacturing sector, a vital contributor to India’s infrastructure growth. Valued at approximately USD 9.5 billion, the Indian CE industry is the third-largest in the world, after the United States and China. It plays a pivotal role in nation-building by delivering high-performance machinery essential for infrastructure projects, including roads,…

As digital transformation reshapes the manufacturing landscape, the convergence of IT, OT, and IoT has introduced unprecedented complexity, along with new opportunities. But with this convergence comes a critical challenge: achieving seamless, real-time visibility across disparate systems. In this interview, Rohit Ramanand, Group Vice President Engineering, India, New Relic shed light on why observability has become a vital tool for modern manufacturers, not just to connect the dots across front office and factory floor, but to proactively address outages, enhance efficiency, and enable predictive decision-making. From bridging operational silos to unlocking powerful insights, this conversation explores how intelligent observability is…

In this conversation with Efficient Manufacturing, Sarvadnya Kulkarni, CEO of General Instruments Consortium, speaks to Kaushal Dighavkar about the company’s evolution from a small workshop to a global player in instrumentation. He highlights key growth drivers, export strategies, and future plans, while also addressing the need for skill development in tech-driven manufacturing. 1. What were the key milestones in General Instruments’ journey from a single workshop to a presence in 40+ countries? General Instruments started in 1966 when Capt. M.M. Kulkarni, after serving in the Indian Army, set up a small workshop in Mumbai. In the early years, we manufactured…

MAHLE presents a pioneering bionic radial blower for automotive air conditioning systems that improves efficiency while significantly reducing noise development. The development, which has been specially designed for vehicles with challenging installation space, has been guided by an example from nature: The aerodynamic shape of the fan blades has been modelled after the fins of a penguin, which glide swiftly and quickly through the water. Thanks to this innovative design, the bionic fan is 4 decibels (dB) or 60 percent quieter in comparison to similar components. At the same time, it is around 15 percent more efficient as the motor…

Key Highlights of the Order: Partneringwith IPPsto driverenewableenergy adoptionSunsureEnergy’smaiden windproject48S120 WTGs witha rated capacityof 2.1 MWeachProject to be executedin the Jathregion of Maharashtra Suzlon is accelerating renewable energy adoption among large corporations through Independent Power Producers (IPPs), supporting India’s clean energy transition and the national goal of achieving 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030. Strengthening this commitment, Suzlon has secured a 100.8 MW EPC wind power order from Sunsure Energy, marking their maiden foray into wind energy. The project is set to be executed in Maharashtra’s Jath region. Under this agreement Suzlon will supply 48 state-of-the-art S120 wind turbine…

Schwäbische Werkzeugmaschinen GmbH (SW) is further expanding its global footprint with the opening of a new subsidiary in Pune, India, effective April 1, 2025. This move strengthens SW’s presence in the local market and enables customers to benefit even more quickly from the company’s advanced manufacturing solutions. The newly established subsidiary, Schwaebische Werkzeugmaschinen India Private Limited, led by Rakesh Patel, will handle sales and service for the company’s state-of-the-art CNC machining centers and automation solutions. For the past 18 years, SW has successfully operated in India through local representatives. Establishing the subsidiary marks a strategic step toward enhancing customer proximity…

Moglix, one of Asia’s leading B2B e-commerce companies, has announced the appointment of Sanjeev Arora as its new Chief Financial Officer. In this role, Sanjeev will lead the company’s financial strategy and operations, with a focus on capital planning and advancing its long-term growth journey, including preparations for entry into public markets. With over two decades of leadership across listed and privately held businesses, Sanjeev brings a diverse perspective shaped by his work in industries such as automotive, chemicals, consumer goods, telecom, and FMCG. His career spans key roles at organizations including ASK Automotive, Mosaic, Goodyear, Nokia, and Apollo International.…

BenQ, a leading provider of advanced display technology solutions, unveils the GV50 Smart FHD Laser portable projector, designed with ultra-flexible projection angles and exceptional audio-visual features to provide the ultimate comfortable viewing experience on the 120” Screen, anywhere, anytime. In the fast-paced urban lifestyle, moments of relaxation are increasingly vital amidst the demands of work and personal life. The GV50 smart laser portable projector meets this need by transforming any room into a cozy cinema. With Google TV and built-in Netflix, you get instant access to your favorite content. As the new flagship portable model, the GV50 retains the 135°…

Unlock $500 Billion Green Hydrocarbon Market from Sugarcane Biomass Helps save 60,000 tonnes biomass burning with World’s only Boiler-less Sugarcane Processing Plant. Spray Engineering Devices Limited (SEDL), a leader in energy efficiency and sustainable biomass utilization, today unveiled the final test of its groundbreaking methodology aimed at transforming the global energy landscape, that builds upon its proven, world’s first boiler-less sugarcane processing technology. SEDL’s integrated agro-industrial platform designed for the total valorisation of sugarcane biomass, potentially doubling or tripling the value derived from the crop and establishing a pathway to a $500 Billion green hydrocarbon industry based entirely on rural,…

In a significant move to reinforce its position as a comprehensive procurement partner, ProcMart has acquired a packaging facility in Aurangabad. This step marks the beginning of a larger vertical integration strategy aimed at enhancing production control, improving logistics, and delivering end-to-end procurement solutions. In conversation with Efficient Manufacturing, Sachin Jain, Chief Financial & Strategy Officer at ProcMart, shares insights on how this acquisition supports the company’s long-term vision, elevates its value proposition for Fortune 500 clients, and aligns with its sustainability and regional development goals. 1. What strategic objectives does ProcMart aim to achieve through the acquisition of the…