Author: em@pi-india

| At this year’s in-house INTECH exhibition, TRUMPF is presenting the “Runability Guide”, an initial version of a new AI-based solution that helps production employees run in the high-performance TruMatic 5000 punch laser machine more quickly and more easily. At present, when using the machine to produce a new order with a new geometry or from new materials, users must individually test the machine program. This results in idle machine time that can quickly add up, especially with fully automated machines that produce many different parts. With TRUMPF’s AI-supported software Runability Guide, users can avoid idle times of up to 20…

| The high-tech company TRUMPF today signed a cooperation agreement with the High-Performance Computing Center Stuttgart (HLRS) of the University of Stuttgart. The agreement aims to provide TRUMPF employees with the extensive computing capacities of the HLRS.  “This cooperation shows that we in industrial Germany also have a powerful digital ecosystem. With the help of these mainframes, our developers can virtually simulate machine functions even before the prototype is built and train AI solutions for our systems more quickly. This allows us to innovate more sustainably and efficiently,” says Berthold Schmidt, CTO of TRUMPF. The “Hawk” supercomputer provided by HLRS has…

| Not-For-Profit Society, IIT Hyderabad Technology Incubation Center (iTIC) an incubator under the aegis of the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) and Ansys Software Private Limited (Ansys, NASDAQ: ANSS), a leading engineering simulation software company in India, have joined forces to leverage the strengths of both organisations to empower technology startups in the field of engineering simulation. Ansys and iTIC have signed a Memorandum of Understanding in this regard. “Ansys is excited about the collaboration with IIT Hyderabad’s iTIC Incubator, as this partnership emphasises our unwavering commitment to fostering innovation and empowering technology startups in India. Through this alliance, Ansys…

| The level of digitalisation on farms around the world varies widely. While some farms already rely on technologies such as artificial intelligence, the use of drones or robotics, others are still insufficiently digitalised. These are the findings of the “Agriculture in transition” study, which Continental conducted together with the market research institute Innofact AG in fall 2023. 503 farmers from five countries were asked about their daily work, their concerns and challenges. Digital solutions support farmers in the necessary transformation towards sustainable and efficient agriculture. Precision farming is a good example. It uses GPS, sensors and data analysis to more…

| A holistic agri-solutions company, FIL is the largest producer of apple concentrate in India. At the recently held World Food India event in New Delhi the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi stated, “In the 21st century, in a time of increasing agricultural production, India needs a post-harvest food processing revolution, with a focus on value addition. It would have been good for the country had this been done two to three decades back.” Syed Junaid AltafGroup Executive DirectorFIL Industries Still, India’s agri sector is doing remarkably well at 18.3 % of the country’s GDP with the world’s…

| This article presents a comprehensive analysis of the quality transformation process implemented by Sterlite Power in transmission lines and substations across Tariff Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB) projects. The goal is to deliver reliable asset quality throughout the project life.  Arun SharmaCEO, Infrastructure Business, Sterlite Power The quality management system encompasses various aspects, including supplier, Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) company, and service provider onboarding parameters, Manufacturing & Field Quality plans, Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) contractual requirements, supplier-end inspections for zero-defect material delivery, and monitoring of critical-to-quality parameters (CTQs) at sites throughout foundation, erection, and stringing stages. Sterlite Power benchmarks…

| In the dynamic global race for Electric Vehicles (EVs), India is strategically positioning itself to achieve self-reliance in this transformative industry. As nations worldwide develop policies to foster the EV ecosystem, India is focusing on efficient and eco-friendly manufacturing processes, with cost-effectiveness as the cornerstone of its mission. This strategic approach is crucial for encouraging widespread adoption of clean mobility, aligning with the global push towards sustainable transportation. Mourya Sunkavalli, Founder & MD Altmin Presently, 99% of Indian EV manufacturers, spanning two-wheelers, three-wheelers, and four-wheelers, rely entirely on imports for cells and battery packs, with China being the primary source, followed by…

| Multiple studies have long indicated that strategic decision-making capacity in the administration of supply chain operations can be a key factor in determining a manufacturer’s capability to thrive in competitive environments.  Kavindra Singh, Director of Engineering, Intellicus Technologies To make well-informed decisions, supply chain managers need a reliable foundation of data and analytics that they can trust. Without a solid foundation of data insights supporting their decisions, they are left to speculate on actions that enhance shipping times, procure the appropriate supplies or meet customer demands effectively. Business Intelligence (BI) platforms and tools facilitate building a holistic and comprehensive view of supply…

| Industrial robotics has come a long way since its inception, and it continues to evolve at an incredible pace. Today, robots are a vital part of modern manufacturing. They help to provide speed, precision, and efficiency in tasks that would otherwise be impossible or impractical for humans to perform. Vinayak Bhat, General Manager, Bastian Solutions In recent years, industrial robotics has undergone a significant transformation, with new advancements in technology driving innovation and growth in the manufacturing sector. Early robotics solutions were mostly used in the automotive industry, where they performed tasks such as welding car chassis together. However, with time, robotics…

| Virtuoso Optoelectronics Limited (VOEPL), announced the launch of its fourth manufacturing facility in Nashik, Maharashtra. The state-of-the-art facility will help the company meet the growing inhouse demand for plastic components and cross flow fans (CFF), while also enhancing its production capabilities and customer service. This manufacturing plant is also set to be a milestone in VOEPL’s backward integration model. The new facility is nearly 20,000 sq. ft. & is equipped with the modern machinery, which will enable VOEPL to produce Cross Flow Fans (CFF) & a wide range of plastic components to meet the specific needs of its customers. With…