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Ador Welding

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Keystone Engineering

163

ATE India

Kollmorgen

173

Atlas Copco

KSB Pumps

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BEUMER Group

170

Mahindra Stiller

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Birla Precision Technologies

158

Maini Materials Movement

Mastercam

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Maxon Motor

132

Meco Instruments

159

Messung Group

C CEM Instruments

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CloudBuy

Cognex

Designer & Layout Arun P. Shinde, Nandan Moghe, Dinesh S. Gawade

Concept Laser

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Online Division Ganesh M., Pradeep M. Pillalamarri

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Elecon Measurements

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Esprit

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InnoVista Sensors

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ACHEMASIA 2016 - 10th International Exhibition & Conference on Chemical Engineering & Biotechnology Beijing, 9 - 12 May 2016 - by Om Prakash, Director – In ORBIT Tours Pvt. Ltd., With the interaction of Mr. Om Prakash – Director, In ORBIT Tours Pvt. Ltd. with the Organisors of Achema & AchemAsia – M/s. Dechema of Germany, the details of AchemAsia 2016 to be held in Beijing, China, 9 – 12 May 2016 are produced here below. The Organisors of AchemAsia 2016 are confident of a larger Expo with over 418 exhibitors from 23 different countries and more than 12,470 visitors said, Mr. Om Prakash. From 9 to 12 May 2016 AchemAsia will throw open its doors to exhibitors, engineers, design engineers and scientists in Beijing. Since its launching over 22 years ago this event has made a reputation for itself as the foremost international forum for the process industry in Asia. With over 418 exhibitors from 25 different countries and around 100 lectures AchemAsia spans the entire range of process engineering and biotechnology, the focus being on topics specifically relevant to Asia. Once again, more than 12,470 visitors are expected to make use of the opportunity to gather first-hand information on the latest technological trends and innovations. The combination of exhibition and congress allows for a comprehensive overview on current

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developments from the lab stage through to the industrial scale. 13 exhibition groups accommodate the vast range of the process industry. They include process technology, pharmaceutical production, agricultural chemistry and food processing, laboratory techniques and raw materials supply. The Congress programme has adopted a new concept, addressing key themes in satellite symposia, each organized together with local partners. The topics include joining technology, raw materials, production-integrated environmental protection, process analytics and product safety.

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Maini Materials Movement bags ET Logistics Award Maini Materials Movement (A Maini Group Company) was recognized for its performance in Material Handling Equipment Manufacturing at concluded ET Logistics Awards at Gandhinagar, Gujarat on 22nd January 2016. “ET Logistics Award”, an initiative by Radeecal Communication to identify the best players in Indian Logistics sector, aims at recognizing their excellence in service in terms of setting up benchmark for their respective industries. The Economic Times took an opportunity to honour their achievements and to encourage the

highest standards and professional approach to the practice of logistics & transport. The event witnessed overwhelming

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number of audience, industry bigwigs, lawyers, government employees and many associated with logistics industry. The attendance of this year was topped only by the quantity & quality of entries for the hotly contested award categories. “We promise to provide ‘Best-in-class’ material movement solutions that ensure optimal resource utilization and high uptime for complete peace of mind. With India getting ready for the next phase of economic reforms with progressive government in place and manufacturing & logistics industry setting up for a boom, our customers see us as their preferred partner for material handling & intra-logistics solutions. This award attests not only our material handling solutions

and innovative warehousing, but also the high degree of customer orientation of our services,” said Mr. S A Mohan, CEO, Maini Materials Movement. Maini Materials Movement (MMM) is a Leading Industry Player in Materials Handling, Storage and People Movement space. MMM has a strategic alliance with the NACCO Materials Handling Group (NMHG), USA for the sale and marketing of the Yale brand of counterbalance fork lift trucks, reach trucks, order pickers, very narrow aisle equipment and the manufacture of the RCF series and MR series in India. Their solutions range from Forklift Trucks, Reach trucks,Order Pickers,Flame proof Trucks, Battery Operated Pallet Trucks,Manual & Electric Stackers,Hand Pallet Trucks, Platform Trucks, Goods & Scissor lifts, Tow Trucks and Dock Levelers to help customers achieve a high level of space efficiency and manufacturing productivity.

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HRS PSL displayed range of innovative heat transfer solutions at Chemtech 2016, Gujarat HRS Process Systems Ltd. (HRS PSL), part of HRS Group, UK, one of India’s leading heat transfer specialists participated in Chemtech - 2016, the 2nd largest global event for the chemical processing industry from 10 - 12 February, 2016 at Gujarat University Exhibition Hall, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. At this event, HRS PSL displayed its innovative and high performance heat transfer solutions including Ecoflux* Corrugated Tube Heat Exchangers, HRS Funke Plate Heat Exchangers, HRS Hot Water Systems and other heat exchanger based systems. HRS‘s flagship product is Ecoflux* Corrugated Tube Heat Exchangers (CTHE). HRS is pioneer in bringing the corrugated tube technology for a range of chemical processes like heating, condensation, cooling (water, solvent, and oxygen), reboiling and heat recovery etc. HRS Funke Plate Heat Exchangers (PHE) is used for processes like water cooling, chilling and heat recovery. These heat exchangers have proven to give enhanced benefits when integrated into Heat Exchanger based Systems. These are custom-made compact modules for instantaneous hot water generation and similar applications. These globally proven, sustainable products have given customers the advantage of energy efficiency, higher productivity, reduced downtimes and better savings on maintenance costs, thereby increased profitability for the

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plants. The Indian chemical industry is likely to touch US $190 billion by the financial year 2017-18 on account of increase in demand of the chemicals from industries of various sectors. At present, the domestic market size of industry is around US $118 billion and it is approximately 3 per cent of the global chemical market, according to a recent industry report titled ‘Spurting the Growth of the Indian Chemical Industry’. Speaking about HRS’ participation at the event, Mr. V Gokuldas, Managing Director, HRS Process Systems Limited said, “HRS has been providing

innovative heat transfer solutions for the chemical process industry for over a decade now. Our products and solutions are recognized in the industry for bringing in technology and application based customized designs for various types of organic and inorganic chemicals, polymers, surfactants, dyes, pigments and resins, etc. We believe that industrial growth accelerates demand for technologically advanced products and sustainable solutions for cost effective production. HRS continues to bring this advantage for the chemicals industry, thereby enabling our clients to continue to remain

ahead of the curve.” Chemtech World Expo is recognized as the 2nd largest global event for the chemicals processing industry thus offered a strong platform for the Chemical Process industry. This three-day global process industry meet offered a number of opportunities to companies to showcase their state-of-theart technologies, products and services and their strengths to a large base of the end user industry in the Western region. Renowned industry players and HRS clients Deepak Nitrite, Meck pharmaceuticals & Chemicals Pvt.Ltd., Cadilla Healthcare limited, Zydex Industries Pvt.Ltd., Lupin Ltd., Grasim, and Sterling Chemicals and many more such esteemed companies were part of this event. Additionally Chemtech + EPC Gujarat World Expo 2016 brought together engineering contractors, equipment and construction services providers, representatives from the regulatory bodies and government authorities and network with the investors from public and private sector undertakings from across the sectors of infrastructure, power generation, oil & gas and manufacturing.

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COVER STORY

ADOR : The pioneer & trendsetter in welding technology

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Keystone Engineering’s Innovative Design Delivers the First Commercial Offshore Wind Farm in U.S.

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Mr. Satish Bhat, Managing Director, Ador Welding Ltd. Sterling and Wilson Brings Grid Power to Light up Sagar Island

166 FACE TO FACE

60 “Since using Equator we have not made a single bad part and have reduced part production cost by 27%”

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Indian Gear Industry is now more matured and can compete with any global players: Debashis Chattopadhyay

FKM Sintertechnik orders LaserCUSING systems from Concept Laser

Mr. Deepesh R. Sheth Proprietor Zenith Industrial Products

EVENT PROFILE

PRODUCT SHOWCASE .....155

Zenith Industrial Products: The industrial fastner expert

Mr. Debashis Chattopadhyay, Head-Sales & Marketing, Shanthi Gears Ltd.

EVENT GLIMPSES

BUSINESS AVENUES .....147

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MACHINE TOOLS

BUSINESS NEWS

ESPRIT CAD/CAM Software unveils innovative new website and branding

Additive Manufacturing – Potential & challenges for the automotive industry

HRS PSL displayed range of innovative heat transfer solutions at Chemtech 2016, Gujarat

AUTOMATION

TECH TRENDS

BUSINESS NEWS

108 Dürkopp Adler AG capturing global market with the help of HAAS Machines

Cognex introduces new vision sensor powered by In-Sight

HARTING Technology Group promoting digitalisation

CANTON FAIR 2016 CHINA

New generation of igus twistable cables for fast & secure data transfer

Messung enters testing, measuring equipment & workplace systems business

Red Lion launches first rugged crimson-enabled E3 I/O platform

Omron Automation reaffirms its position as enablers of Smart, Scalable & Sustainable Manufacturing

ACEM Instruments announced its entry into the Indian market

Gamesa secures 15 MW solar project in Tamil Nadu

SICK demonstrates the uses of sensor data in business processes at the Hannover Messe Industrie 2016 trade fair

TECH TRENDS 116 The Future of Maintenance is Here! - How advances in technology are changing the Maintenance landscape

TECH TRENDS 124 Rollon expand its range of telescopic rails with new profiles and materials

112 JUNKER Group exhibits new technologies at the GrindTec 114 Next generation of Mastercam released for global public testing

POWER BUSINESS NEWS

130 Geissel India – German excellence at home 132 Investigating the secret of rocky planets

170 Perfectly integrated into the environment 173 Decentralized servo technology without language barriers

WATER TREATMENT BUSINESS NEWS

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A.T.E. organises seminars on efficient water management

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AAtlas Copco ranked top machinery company for sustainability by Global 100

United States to bring largest-Ever U.S. delegation to Hannover Messe

Journey of QUARK 2016: A platform for nextgen technology

German firm TUV Rheinland signs MoU with Federation of Indian Export Organizations (FIEO)

ExxonMobil participated at the 18th National Lubricating Grease Institute annual conference

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LOGISTICS BUSINESS NEWS 18

Safexpress uses truck container as an art medium Uses old container to spread its Go Green message

TECH TRENDS 88

Technology approach to water management for Smart Cities

Ceramic Coatings in Machine Tool Industry

The Welding Scenario in India

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Safexpress uses truck container as an art medium Uses old container to spread its Go Green message ~Renowned artist to paint the container at Select City Walk, New Delhi~

Safexpress, India’s largest logistics company, has partnered with this year’s edition of public art festival PUBLICA. Anchored by Ms. Surbhi Modi, PUBLICA is an art initiative that involves top Indian and international artists create site-specific works. Speaking about the same, Ms. Divya Jain, Founder & CEO of Safeducate, India’s premier supply chain training institute and a part of Safexpress Group said, “This remarkable public art festival will involve the creation of a very unique artwork, where an artist will spend two weeks in a truck container, painting it and making it the canvas for his expression. Trucks are rarely the subject of casual conversation, unless of course one is voicing their many negatives. This extraordinary project, however, seeks to change that. It seeks to capture the beauty and the dreams that a mere truck container can evoke leaving the staunchest among us incredulous and hopefully, believers.” This incredible project of converting a truck container into a piece of art has been conceptualized by Ms. Divya Jain.

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Ms. Jain explained, “We have placed our truck container at the Select City Mall at New Delhi. Here renowned artist Mr. Bhuwal Prasad, who has previously exhibited at the 6th Beijing International Art Biennale, will create his latest masterpiece live on the theme of GO GREEN. The container itself is a unique green innovation by Safexpress Group, wherein we have been continuously refurbishing old, end-of-life containers to develop mobile Container Schools. In this case, we are creating a mobile artwork, which will spread the vital message about conserving our resources and saving our environment.” Notably, Safexpress has been driving its ‘Go Green with Safexpress’ campaign for the last decade. They have educated millions about the importance of going green and have helped countless firms develop a Green Supply Chain.

About Ms. Divya Jain, Founder & CEO, Safeducate Ms. Divya Jain is the Founder & CEO of Safeducate, India’s

premier supply chain training institute. Safeducate is a CILT (Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport) accredited institute and offers vocational and diploma courses for supply chain employability. At Safeducate, Ms. Jain is leading a competent team of trainers who continuously strive towards developing a talent pool of proficient supply chain & logistics professionals. Safeducate has trained over 30,000 people since its inception in 2007. Ms. Divya Jain understands the Indian supply chain & logistics industry very well and is able to identify the skill requirements at each operating level to ensure that the learning and development programs get the right-skilled individuals as per industry needs. Ms. Jain has been accredited with launching India’s First Container School recently. The Safeducate Container School was inaugurated by Honorable Prime Minister. Mr. Narendra Modi and Honorable Minister of State for Skill Development & Enterpreneurship, Mr.

Rajiv Pratap Rudy. Ms. Jain has created this unique innovation in the field of education and skill development under the aegis of Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana launched by Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship and NSDC. This community outreach initiative by Ms. Divya Jain is an outstanding endeavour to help the Government provide high quality skill training at even the remotest areas in the country. Ms. Jain is an acclaimed author and has written ‘Horn Please’ – a book focusing on the trucking profession in India. Ms. Divya Jain has a graduate degree in B.A. (Honors) Economics from Hindu College (Delhi University), and a Masters in Management from Cambridge University (UK). She also has a Law Degree (LL.B.) from University of London.

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B2B e-commerce in India is ‘on the runway’

The past two years have seen major changes in the e-commerce space led by a virtual revolution in B2C (Business to consumer) e-commerce. B2B (Business to Business) e-commerce has lagged much as it has in the west. However there is a significant difference between current Indian experience and what has happened in the west. India is closing the gap much faster. Rather than taking 10 or more years to come of age in India, B2B is following hard on the heels of B2C. There are some very good reasons for this: B2C technology and experience exist and are well tested and individuals are accustomed to easy and intuitive internet shopping with a high degree of sophistication. Perhaps most importantly, in India the demographic is young and tech-savvy which translates into demand at work for a similar experience to home shopping, ideally from all devices.

There are two very distinct sides to the B2B equation, 1. enabling OEM/ suppliers

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to sell B2B (Sales and Distribution platform to connect with buyer community and network of Dealers & Distributors) and 2. providing suitable tools for buyers of all sizes. This is not a simple B2C environment for either parties; both need appropriate and sophisticated technology to move to a true B2B eco-system.

Enabling OEM/ suppliers to sell B2B The supplier sits at the core of the B2B world and needs to be enabled to manage an online environment which allows him to manage different prices and product lists for different buyers, manage complex promotions and discounting, get taxes and delivery charges right in real time, sell complex products and services, integrate with buyers ERP systems as required, take payment in different forms including card, and deal with overseas buyers looking to source in India. Setting up a stand alone website to do all of this is very expensive and time consuming, only the large western companies have invested in this type of technology with the largest

spending many millions of dollars on their B2B web presence. cloudBuy provides this level of B2B supplier e-commerce ‘out of the box’ for all suppliers, levelling the playing field between large corporates with deep pockets and SME’s. In India the cloudBuy team have been interacting with a wide range of SME’s to introduce the concept. Nilesh Gopali, Country Head India commented “We have met with all kinds of entrepreneurs selling everything from heavy engineering to stationery, tea and coffee. Universally they feel that now is the time to make the move to e-commerce, often driven by pressure from the younger members of the team who routinely do business on their smartphones.” The cloudBuy B2B solutions for suppliers operate across all devices and support all forms of trading. This rich capability is what attracted Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) to the platform, it has partnered with cloudBuy to provide B2B capabilities to its members and wrap this all up into a single global trading gateway which will allow CII members not only to trade in India, but will

showcase them globally and facilitate cross-border trade.

Providing suitable tools for buyers of all sizes On the other side of the equation lie the buyers, many of whom are the same organisations as the suppliers. Nilesh Gopali commented “Buyers come in all sizes and shapes from the very large corporate organisations and government bodies, through medium sized companies right down to micro businesses. They all buy B2B but their requirements and processes are very different.” In India there is a healthy eco-system of large companies with very substantial B2B spend. Many of these organisations have invested heavily in ERP solutions and are now looking out to e-procurement to drive additional efficiency, transparency and effectiveness across the organisation. They require a real time solution which integrates with the ERP and allows them to interact with their suppliers, ensuring that everything is correct at purchase and that in-market complexities such as Indian tax are catered for. Alongside this is Government

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BUSINESS NEWS which globally has been seen to be an early adopter of these technologies. In India they are coming late to the party. However, this may be to their benefit as they tap into ready-made communities of B2B enabled suppliers, courtesy of the large corporate market. In the west, government is not always the most popular customer and there has been some reluctance by suppliers to join government B2B initiatives as a first step; large scale corporate take- up would mitigate this considerably. In India there are about 40million SME’s and MSME’s. Many of the SME’s are large businesses in their own right although not listed. These medium sized businesses have a very substantial spend and are major employers. They are unlikely to have invested in an ERP system but do want

to control their procurement. Here they require a stand-alone purchasing solution which interacts with their suppliers and controls the purchasing activities of their employees. At the bottom level are the MSME’s who want best value but behave much more like consumers in their buying behaviours. This group wants to purchase from online marketplaces and APP’s. They have high expectations of mobile technology on the one hand and informal relationships with trusted suppliers on the other. It is likely that this group will initially move only their commodity buying online and it will take longer for them to migrate to wider sourcing.

Good demand envisaged From the company’s experience of entering the Indian market, it is clear that there is a good

Mr. Nilesh Gopali, Country Head – India, CloudBuy demand for their services and that elements of the technology are unique. The company fully addresses all of the issues encountered in B2B trading with well tried and tested solutions which deal with complex goods and services, delivery, finance and tax, for buyers and sellers of all types. It provides B2B e-commerce capabilities for OEM/suppliers, private purchasing solutions for large buyers and open marketplaces for

more general B2B trading and cross-border trade. Overall it’s difficult to size the B2B market in India. However, it’s fair to say that it dwarfs B2C and once it starts to move in earnest, it has the potential to transform the economy, supporting domestic & international trade and playing a part in initiatives such as ‘Make in India’. Indian market is at an early stage of development but what is clear is that with no legacy systems in place there is an opportunity for a dominant player to emerge quickly. The cloudBuy’s technology is well set to drive this dominance as it provides a true B2C experience including mobile enablement, but with all of the controls & reporting required by big business. cloudBuy is looking to accelerate uptake and speed to market. - P.K. Balasubbramaniian

cloudBuy partners CII for online e-commerce gateway cloudBuy headquartered in UK, the global provider of cloud-based e-commerce marketplaces and B2B buyer and supplier solutions, recently announced that it has signed an agreement with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) for an online e-commerce gateway that will connect Indian businesses with new trading opportunities within the country and around the world. The agreement is spotlighted in a package of Anglo-Indian trade initiatives announced during Indian Premier Modi’s recent visit to the UK. This recognises the importance of increasing trade between the two nations and the imperative of deepening this relationship via e-commerce. The contract follows on from the MoU agreement announced earlier in the year. Nilesh Gopali, cloudBuy Country Head, India while addressing the media said, “I recently returned to India after working in the UK for 16 years, to head up cloudBuy’s Indian operations. Developing the CII project and being recognized by the UK Government as a great collaboration between the UK and India, has been a fantastic endorsement of what cloudBuy has to offer. Understanding both economies, I believe that the new CII gateway will accelerate the increase in trade between the two nations and I am very excited to be a part of the change.” Chandrajit Banerjee, Director General, CII said, “CII has a long history of innovation for its members. Our

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platform will enable secure e-commerce for organisations of all sizes and will speed up the growth in online business to business transactions. It has the potential to substantially increase trade between our members and around the globe.”

About cloudBuy : cloudBuy provides cloud solutions for buyers and sellers – and brings them together to trade securely and ethically via an increasing number of public e-marketplaces and private purchasing portals around the world, which are built on the cloudBuy platform. cloudBuy solutions for buyers help B2B purchasers understand and control their spend, to reduce costs and increase value. On the other hand, cloudSell solutions enable sellers of all sizes, from start-ups to corporate, reach new customers and grow their business online. cloudBuy‘s technology platform powers websites, public marketplaces and private purchasing platforms that enable all types of online interactions and relationships including citizen to business to government; consumer to business; and business to business. The cloudBuy platform provides a secure payment process in an online environment which meets the exacting Payment Card Industry (PCI) DSS Level 1 standard. www.cloudbuy.com

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Cognex introduces new SPS Automation India vision sensor powered 2016 to take place in by In-Sight Ahmedabad city

Cognex Corporation (NASDAQ: CGNX), the world’s leader in machine vision announced the introduction of the In-Sight® 2000 series, a product line that combines the power of its industry-leading In-Sight vision systems with the simplicity and affordability of a vision sensor. Ideal for solving simple error-proofing applications, these vision sensors set new standards for value, ease of use and flexibility thanks to the powerful combination of proven In-Sight vision tools, a simple setup, and a modular design with interchangeable lighting and optics. “For over 15 years, manufacturers around the world have relied on In-Sight to improve product quality, increase throughput and reduce waste. Now they want a cost-effective way to expand the use of vision technology down to the simplest applications using the same setup software they use to solve more challenging vision tasks,” says Joerg Kuechen, Vice President and Business Manager for Vision Products. “The In-Sight 2000 series can

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easily be applied to simple vision applications right out of the box, while delivering the reliable performance expected from In-Sight vision systems.” The In-Sight 2000 series includes an integrated, highperformance image formation system consisting of field interchangeable lenses and a patent-pending LED ring light that produces even, diffuse illumination across the entire image, eliminating the need for costly external lighting. Customers can easily swap out the lens and change the color of the integrated ring light as needed for their application. Together with the In-Sight Explorer™ EasyBuilder® interface, which provides a fast, step-by-step application setup, the In-Sight 2000 series allows even novice users to achieve extremely reliable inspection performance in nearly any production environment. The In-Sight 2000 will be available for next day delivery starting on January 25, 2016. For more information, www.cognex.com/2000

The second edition of co-located technology fairs - SPS Automation India, Motek and Control India, which made their debut in Gandhinagar, Gujarat last year, with strong support from Gujarat government, will now take place in the heart of Ahmedabad at the Gujarat University Exhibition and Convention Centre from 7 – 9 April, 2016. Referred as one of ‘Asia’s biggest investment infrastructure opportunity centre’, Gujarat continues to be a frontrunner in industrial development of petrochemicals, automobiles, pharmaceuticals, gems and jewellery, textiles, education, hospitality and urban infrastructure sectors. The three trade fairs, which draw attention to high-quality manufacturing technologies, envisages to bring the Indian manufacturing sector a step closer to government’s ‘Makein-India’ vision by bringing the required technology in industrial, factory and process automation as well as quality control solutions to this Industrial hub in Gujarat. The exhibitions are being jointly organised by Messe

Frankfurt Trade Fairs India Pvt Ltd together with German companies Mesago Messe Frankfurt GmbH and P. E. Schall GmbH & Co. KG. For the second edition, the organisers also aim to bring in wider participation in the Motek & Control segment that target assembly systems and measuring instruments. Additionally, the platform also provides a forum for dialogue with technology specialists through a dedicated ‘Knowledge Seminar’. Technology market leaders such as SICK India, IFM Electronics, Phoenix Mecano, Katlax, Pilz, VIPA & Yaskawa Mifa Systems, Weiss GmBH, Connectwell, Weidmueller, Elesa and Ganter India Pvt Ltd, Fischer Measurement Technologies, Cubic Computing, Geissel India Pvt Ltd, Intorq India Pvt Ltd are among some of the key players who will be present at the show to partner and network with Indian manufacturers for their technology requirements that can enhance manufacturing competitiveness. For more information www.spsautomation-india.com;

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HARTING Technology Group promoting digitalisation The HARTING Technology Group is vigorously promoting the development of integrated industry solutions in connection with digitalisation. “All of the company’s business divisions are working closing together. We are going to be offering persuasive, one-source solutions at the Hannover Messe at the end of April,” says Philip Harting, Chairman of the Board and general partner. The focus of the Hannover Messe (25 to 29 April 2016) will be on the Rinspeed “Etos” concept car, a real eyecatcher which uses the HARTING MICA for emission monitoring. The car will offer a fascinating look at fully networked mobility concepts of tomorrow. A further highlight is the HARTING Smart Factory, the HAII4YOU Factory. It is currently being modified but in just under three months it will be at the world’s biggest trade fair to allow people to experience

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Rinspeed “Etos” car: The HARTING MICA handles the emission monitoring.

Industrie 4.0 once again. HARTING is positioning itself as a trailblazer for technological evolution and as a competent supplier of components, applications and systems. “Industrie 4.0 is a topic that has really picked up speed in two years. It is going to change processes, business models and business sectors all over the world on the basis of advancing digitalisation. We offer customers tailored solutions and support them in this way,” Philip Harting continues. In keeping with this year’s Hannover Messe motto “Integrated Industry - Discover Solutions”,

he invites all customers and visitors to the trade fair to discover the new solutions and products at the HARTING stand (Hall 11, Stand C 13). There will also be much to discover with the futuristic “Etos” concept car, which will be on display at the HARTING stand. The “Etos” is manufactured by the Swiss automaker Rinspeed and will be equipped with the HARTING IIC MICA for independent emission and condition monitoring. This digital innovation consequently ensures a clean environment. The intelligent MICA industrial minicomputer from industrial

connectivity specialist HARTING illustrates how drive and motor data can be continually acquired and communicated, and then evaluated and prepared by an independent and neutral body (Dekra) in accordance with an agreement previously reached by the customer and contractual partner. “Taking the ‘Etos’ as an example, we are showing how versatile and actually ‘colourful’ our HARTING MICA is, and how broad its range of applications is,” Philip Harting concludes. For more information Web: www.HARTING.in

CANTON FAIR 2016 CHINA 119th Chinese Import & Export Commodities Fair Phase I: Apr.15th -19th, Phase II: Apr. 23rd -27th, Phase III: May 1st - May 5th. Guangzhou - by Om Prakash – Director, INORBIT Tours Pvt. Ltd.

119th China Import and Export Fair, commonly known as CANTON FAIR, is China’s oldest and largest comprehensive trade fair. Held twice each year. The fair includes a large variety of exhibits and draws business people from more than 211 countries. The Canton Fair boasts a history of development for over 58 years, which has witnessed the development of China foreign trade and China’s exchange with the rest of the world in

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terms of politics, economy and culture. Renowned as “China’s No.1 Fair”, the Canton Fair is the key trade bridge and platform that promotes world trade development, 119th China Import and Export Fair for more than 150,000 Consumer & Industrial products in Three Phases. This is the platform to diversify into new products. Indian Visitors may select their preferred phase out of 3 phases as per the products list here below. China boasts boundless opportunities as usual. The

119th session of China Import and Export Fair from April 15 to May 5, 2016, will be the best platform for growth of business. 118th China Import and Export Commodities Fair: The 118th Canton had 60228 stands/booths attracting 24700 exhibitors from the Consumer & Industrial products industry displayed their products which included Electronics & Household Electrical Appliances; Hardware & Tools; Machinery; Vehicles & Spare Parts; Building Materials; Lighting Equipment; and

Chemical Products; International Pavilion Consumer Goods; Gifts; and Home Decorations Textiles & Garments; Shoes; Office Supplies, Cases & Bags, Recreation Products; Medicines, Medical Devices, Health Products; and Food; International Pavilion. The show attracted more than 186,104 buyers from over 211 countries and regions around the world.

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New generation of igus twistable cables for fast & secure data transfer igus extends its range of Ethernet cables for motion with new robot cables in accordance with the CAT6A and CAT7 standards At Elecrama 2016, igus, the motion plastics specialist, presents the world’s first Ethernet bus cables specially made for three-dimensional movement. The cables comply with the CAT6A or CAT7 standard. In this way igus guarantees fast and secure data transfer during operation, even under extreme conditions of mechanical stress, for example where industrial robots are supplied with data. The new cables from igus are a further addition to the already extensive range of Ethernet cables for continuous movement in energy chains. Today, there are approximately three million industrial robots which work with increasingly high quantities of data and are an integral part of modern production facilities. Durable cables made of special materials and featuring advanced technical characteristics ensure fail-safe data transfer and are essential in manufacturing if cost-intensive production outages are to be avoided. igus, the motion plastics specialist, has been developing special cables for motion for 25 years and has now expanded its portfolio with the world’s first cables for three-dimensional motion in very complex applications. Complying with the CAT6A or CAT7 standard, the new chainflex CFROBOT8.050 (CAT6A) and chainflex CFROBOT8.052

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The CFROBOT8.052 chainflex robot cable from igus is the first cable that has been tested and complies with the CAT7 standard. (Source: igus GmbH) (CAT7) cables ensure fast data transfer according to the latest industrial standards. “In contrast to cables for linear motion in energy chains, the mechanical stress for robot cables consists of a combination of bending, torsional and compressing forces”, explains Rainer Rössel, Head of Business Unit chainflex cables at igus. “it is therefore all the more difficult to determine the requirements for the cables’ structural design in advance. This is why we test all cables not only in isolated torsion tests but also application-specific sequences of movement with the cables connected to industrial robots.” The result of continuous work done in research and development in recent years is that the range of chainflex Ethernet cables that are supplied by igus and which have been specially designed, manufactured and tested for continuous motion, has now increased to 27 different types of different quality categories and price classes.

Special technical designs enable a long service life. All the components of the robot cables such as stranded core structures, shields and sheath materials are subjected to varying levels of stress when torsional movements occur. In order to make sure that the chainflex cables remain stable and that data security is ensured, igus employs a combination of films that slide very easily yet are extremely stable, together with especially ‘soft’ fillings that systematically absorb the forces that occur. The specifications such asdampning, cable capacitance and signal quality must constantly remain the same within narrow tolerances over the entire service life of the cable. Torsionally optimised insulating materials and mechanical damping elements with matching capacitance values guarantee this durability.

field of energy chain systems and polymer plain bearings. The family-run company is based in Cologne, represented in 29 countries and contracts 2,200 employees worldwide. In 2012 igus generated a turnover of 399 million Euro. igus operates the largest test laboratories and factories in its industry to offer customers innovative and tailormade products and solutions within the shortest time. The terms “igus, chainflex, readycable, easychain, e-chain, e-chainsystems, energy chain, energy chain system, flizz, readychain, triflex, twisterchain, invis, drylin, iglidur, igubal, xiros, xirodur, plastics for longer life, manus, vector“ are legally protected trademarks in the Federal Republic of Germany and, where applicable, in some foreign countries

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Messung enters testing, measuring equipment & workplace systems business Messung Group, the pioneers of automation industry in India, and Erfi GmbH, the Innovators of technical work place systems, measuring & testing devices and test equipment, announced their exclusive distribution agreement for the Indian market. Messung will be an exclusive distributor for the entire range of Erfi products in India. The partnership will focus on providing innovative measuring and testing solutions to diverse electronic industries in the Indian market. With over three decades of experience and in-depth understanding of designing, testing and manufacturing electronic products, Messung precisely recognizes the challenges encountered by the electronics

manufacturing industry. With an objective to address these challenges and a commitment to bring innovative technologies to the Indian market, Messung in association with Erfi will provide German made precision equipment for testing, measuring and work place systems. “Messung is proud to be partnering with Erfi,” said

Farook Merchant, Chairman & Managing Director, Messung Group. “With this partnership, our vision is to provide technologically advanced products & solutions to our clients, and change the outlook of the testing and measuring industry in India, including work place systems.” added Merchant. Speaking on the occasion,

Azeem Merchant, Chief Executive Officer, Messung-ERFI India, said; “Our association with Erfi is exciting and a great learning opportunity for us in terms of technology and innovations. I am confident that, with Erfi’s niche range of products and our knowledge & experience of more than 3 decades in the Indian market, we will make this partnership a big success” Commenting on the partnership, Mr. Andreas Fischer, Managing Director, ERFI GmBH, said, “We are proud to associate with a credible organization like Messung in India. Our innovative products and Messung’s legacy are all set to create a revolution in the testing, measuring and work place industry in India”

Red Lion launches first rugged crimson-enabled E3 I/O platform Red Lion Controls, the global experts in communication, monitoring and control for industrial automation and networking, announced the availability of its new rugged E3 I/O™ module platform, a set of 17 high-density I/O modules with hardened metal enclosures and powerful communication options. This versatile platform marks Red Lion’s first rugged I/O modules configurable using Crimson® 3.0 software. Designed to withstand the critical demands of localized and distributed I/O applications, Red Lion’s Crimson-enabled E3 I/O modules feature robust networking capabilities with

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redundant Ethernet ports and built-in serial communication. With one RS-485 terminal block and dual Ethernet ports that include user-selectable Ethernet modes for ring, pass through and two network, the easyto-deploy E3 I/O modules can eliminate the need for additional switching devices. In addition, these modules offer up to 34 mixed I/O points including input/ output, analog/discrete and temperature I/O for complex industrial applications. “Customers today are demanding both more I/O connectivity and mixed I/O types – digital, analog or temperature – because of the variety of sensors and inputs

needed to monitor complex systems,” said Paul Bunnell, director of automation product management at Red Lion Controls. “To keep industrial operations running smoothly, organizations require easyto-configure equipment with multiple connectivity options and rugged enclosures that enable reliable performance in

harsh environments.” Available in DIN-rail and panel-mount form factors, Red Lion’s E3 I/O modules feature rugged metal enclosures to support wide environmental tolerances and enable seamless integration into any industrial environment. Wide -40° to 75°C operating temperature, high shock and vibration ratings coupled with industry certifications that include UL Class I, Division 2 listing, ATEX* and IECEx* approvals make each E3 I/O module safe for use with industrial control equipment in hazardous locations around the world. For more information Web: www.redlion.net

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Omron Automation reaffirms its position as enablers of Smart, Scalable & Sustainable Manufacturing Reaffirming its contribution towards manufacturing sector, Omron Automation, the world leader in factory and industrial automation, shared its focus areas towards enabling smart, scalable and sustainable industries today. The company imparted this information as a part of its participation in the renowned exhibition Elecrama-2016 going on at BIEC, Bengaluru. Describing Omron Automation as ‘Enablers of Make in India’, Mr. Sameer Gandhi, MD, Omron Automation India said, “Our efforts to position Omron as an ‘automation partner providing end-to-end solutions’ have been yielding significant results owing to which we have been able to strengthen our share in many segments such as Packaging, Textile, Automotive, FMCG, Material handling, Pharmaceuticals to name just a few. Moving ahead, we aim to progress in the Digital segment too.” “Omron’s extensive range of sensing & control technology based solutions-more than 30,000 variants- spread across Industrial components, Automation Systems, Sensing & Safety, Motion & Drives, Robots and Software have been helping manufacturers in the form of efficiency, productivity, flexibility, accuracy and safety as they scale up the value chain. We have recently introduced the futuristic concept of IoT (Internet of Things) to expand their horizon and help them

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Mr. Sameer Gandhi, MD, OMRON Automation India playing with FORPHEUS Table Tennis Robot at Elecrama 2016, Bangalore develop smarter machines based on the concept of ‘i 3’- ‘Integrated, Intelligent and Interactive’” he added. Mr. Gandhi’s words were well substantiated at the Omron booth put up at Elecrama. Themed “Pure Possibility”, the booth depicted Omron’s forte in automation industry by providing solutions which not only detects, comprehends, and act on information as humans do, but are also able to intelligently adapt to their environments and to the needs of humans. One of the most notable displays at the booth is FORPHEUS- the Ping Pong Robot created by Omron. Adding one more dimension to the theme of Pure Possibility, the robot is a practical manifestation of the concept of “harmony between humans and machines”. Designed on Omron’s core technology of “Sensing & Control + Think”, the world-renowned robot plays

ping-pong not only with greater accuracy but also returns the ball to allow its partner a longer rally - that is setting in place a harmony and not competition. Talking about the future prospects Mr. Takehito Maeda, MD, OMRON Asia Pacific, Pte Ltd., Industrial Automation Business, said, “India is occupying a much more prominent position in the global manufacturing setup. The rising levels of disposable incomes, urbanization, rural demand, and financial inclusion are some of the other key factors expected to have a positive effect on the manufacturing sector in the country. And as manufacturing grows in India, so will the demand for factory automation which creates and opportunity for us playing a much bigger role in the lives of people of India, making it an important growth region for Omron in Asia Pacific.” The visitors once inside the booth get to orient

themselves with all the key offerings of Omron Industrial Automation business such as live demos showing the real time applications in varied fields, robots depicting the solutions for better efficiency, total automation as the one stop solution provider and IoT depicting that Omron solutions are future ready and are aligned with the emerging concept of Industry 4.0. Not only industrial automation, the booth is an interface to other key offerings of OMRON business verticals in India also, namely, Electronic & Mechanical Components, Automotive Electronic Components, and Healthcare. The Electronic & Mechanical components display depict Omron as a value creating partner for designing equipment in varied industries such as automotive, building automation, home appliances, medical and power industry through a niche display of relays, switches, illumination technology. The Automotive Electronics section emphasize on Omron’s contribution in designing safer and reliable cars. The Omron Healthcare zone attracted many visitors keen to check their blood pressure by using Omron digital BP Monitors and getting acquainted with other home health monitoring devices manufactured by Omron. For more information www.omron-ap.co.in

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SICK demonstrates the uses of sensor data in business processes at the Hannover Messe Industrie 2016 trade fair “Identification and location solutions are required to ensure universal transparency in production – the traceability of products, in other words. SICK demonstrates this using RFID technology, which ensures the highest level of availability and a transparent material flow. “ Integrated solutions based on Industry 4.0 are at the heart of SICK’s presentation at the Hannover Messe Industrie 2016 trade fair, with typical production applications presented in four different exhibits. SICK demonstrates how the intelligent use of sensor data is already boosting flexibility and productivity today. The data is also aggregated in a cloud in a live demonstration, while various web services show the possibilities of fully integrated solutions online. The intelligent linking of application knowledge with the flexibility of state-of-theart software architectures enables the next development stage for sensors. This is characterized by the possibility of sensors that can perform more extensive analysis, automatically adapt to changes, communicate in the network and remotely solve complex tasks within a larger manufacturing network. In other words, the sensor links to the machine, system, factory, and the entire valuecreation chain and provides

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for transparency in production. As a result, it provides the entry point into the world of Industry 4.0. For all virtual worlds, however, sensor intelligence remains one thing above all – part of a sensor. Even the cloud and apps need to have a physical basis in the real industrial environment, namely, a rugged and reliable piece of hardware.

Comprehensive solution for Industry 4.0 Visitors to SICK’s stand can discover how the complete integration of the sensor into the cloud can be presented simply for companies of different sizes and for the widest possible range of applications. Examples of the advantages of Industry 4.0 are demonstrated using four application examples. If the factory or machine is to have a high level of availability, preventive maintenance is required. By monitoring the drive, the customer can always operate the system as effectively as possible and can intervene in good time if necessary. What’s more, he is also

informed about implementing maintenance intervals in good time. The safety of people is a priority when it comes to collaboration between people and robots. Thanks to adaptive protective field monitoring with laser scanners, the robot senses when a person is approaching. It either abandons its task or works more slowly, depending on where the person is. These safety solutions, which can respond flexibly, are optimized to the high efficiency of the machine and to the more flexible production methods of the future. Goods in the production process and the supply chain must be reliably and uniquely identified so that these can support efficient automated control. It is possible to optimize the use of resources thanks to highly flexible quality control with the help of the combination of an industrial 3D sensor and an image-based code reader. In addition, it is able to achieve increasing product individualization with the

keyword “batch size 1”. Identification and location solutions are required to ensure universal transparency in production – the traceability of products, in other words. SICK demonstrates this using RFID technology, which ensures the highest level of availability and a transparent material flow. SICK is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of sensors and sensor solutions for industrial applications. Founded in 1946 by Dr. Erwin Sick, the company is headquartered in the German town of Waldkirch, in the Breisgau region near the city of Freiburg. It is a technology and market leader, maintaining a global presence with more than 50 subsidiaries and equity investments as well as numerous agencies. In the 2014 fiscal year, SICK had around 7,000 employees worldwide and generated Group revenues of €1,099.8 million.

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Atlas Copco ranked top machinery company for sustainability by Global 100 Atlas Copco, a leading provider of sustainable productivity solutions was again recognized as the world’s most sustainable machinery company by the prestigious annual Global 100 list. The list, presented at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, ranks companies that prove they are increasing productivity while using less resources. Atlas Copco is ranked 34th overall, and is the only company in the machinery industry included on the list. It is the 10th time that Atlas Copco appears on the list. “Providing customers with the most innovative, energy efficient, safe and ergonomic products is a key part of our business model,” said Mala

Chakraborti, Atlas Copco’s Vice President Corporate Responsibility. “Integrating sustainability in our operations generates great value for both industry and society.” Atlas Copco’s innovative, energy-saving products include its variable-speed compressors,

a technology that the Group pioneered in 1994 that enables compressors to run only at the speed necessary, cutting energy consumption. In 2013, Atlas Copco launched the patented VSD+ technology, which slashes energy use by more than half compared with traditional compressors. This groundbreaking compressor has received an overwhelmingly positive customer response. Atlas Copco is also listed in the Dow Jones Sustainability Europe Index for 2015/2016, and is ranked number 11 globally in the Newsweek Green Rankings, one of the world’s foremost rankings on corporate sustainability. Atlas Copco is a

world-leading provider of sustainable productivity solutions. The Group serves customers with innovative compressors, vacuum solutions and air treatment systems, construction and mining equipment, power tools and assembly systems. Atlas Copco develops products and services focused on productivity, energy efficiency, safety and ergonomics. The company was founded in 1873, is based in Stockholm, Sweden, and has a global reach spanning more than 180 countries. In 2014, Atlas Copco had revenues of BSEK 94 (BEUR 10.3) and more than 44 000 employees. For more information www.atlascopco.com

United States to bring largest-Ever U.S. delegation to Hannover Messe The Department of Commerce will lead the largest-ever U.S. delegation to Hannover Messe, an annual trade event that regularly attracts more than 200,000 attendees from the global business community. For the first time in the event’s history, the United States is the Partner Country for Hannover Messe. President Obama will be the first sitting U.S. President to ever participate in the show. With recruitment ongoing, the 2016 U.S. delegation currently consists of 177 U.S. companies and research institutions, and 34 state and

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regional economic development organizations (EDOs). The delegation of 211 entities is the largest U.S. presence ever at Hannover Messe. “The 2016 Hannover Messe is an unparalleled opportunity, and President Obama’s participation illustrates how important this show will be for the U.S. business community,” said U.S. Ambassador to Germany John B. Emerson. “Our Department of Commerce team is consulting with each U.S. exhibitor and we believe their unique products, innovations, and investment opportunities are

well suited for the global industrial technology market. Foreign attendees and exhibitors will have the chance to connect with some of the leading American companies and organizations at the event.” As part of the Partner Country presence, the show will feature U.S. pavilions in five specific industry areas, as well as a U.S. national investment pavilion. The current breakdown of U.S. representation in each pavilion is: Digital Factory: 21 companies and organizations; Energy: 58 companies

and organizations; Industrial Automation: 41 companies and organizations; Industrial Supply: 41 companies and organizations; Investment: 34 organizations from 27 U.S. states; Research and Technology: 10 companies and organizations. More information about Hannover Messe Partner Country status is available at export.gov/hannovermesse. For more information about Hannover Messe Partner Country status is available at export.gov/hannovermesse.

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Journey of QUARK 2016: A platform for nextgen technology In April 2015, the new Coordination Committee announced the theme for the next edition of the annual techno-management festival of BITS Pilani K K Birla Goa Campus, Quark. Quark 2016: “A Cosmic Odyssey” promised to be a journey like never before. The brand new Quark logo was unveiled, with a design highlighting how Quark as a festival will never stop growing. The spirit of innovation and progress was reflected in the detailed logo. Over the next two months, with frequent engagement on social media, Quark ensured that they were all set for launch. The first big event to be announced was qSAT 2015, for school students of grades 8 to 12, in various cities across the country. In July 2015, qSAT was held in Bhopal, Kolkata, Mumbai, Pune, and Trivandrum. In August 2015, Quark presented a series of telepresence lectures under the TeqFlix banner, with speakers such as Dagogo Altraide (an Australian YouTuber behind the ColdfusTion channel), Dr. Mario (an astrophysicist at STScI which manages the Hubble Space Telescope), Dr. Jill Tarter (former Director of the Centre for SETI

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Akshar Pathak Research). In September 2015, the Quark online blog Space-Time Musings was made public, with fascinating articles on time and space being featured on a regular basis. By November 2016, the team was prepared to release the dates for the much awaited festival, which would be held from 5th to 7th February 2016. The team also was very proud to announce Dr. Kiran Bedi as the ambassador for Quark’s social initiative RED, through which many blood donation drives were organised.Soon, Quark began to release information about over 40 events spanning 8 categories, and the registration link was open. With posters, hackathons, and space photography contests, quark kept the

Aditi Rao Hydari (actress, dancer) enthusiasm running. In December 2015, venues Dubai, Pune, Trivandrum, Chennai, and Hyderabad for zonals of the Quark International Quiz were announced. Various exciting paid workshops to be held were also made public for preregistration. Panel-wise event descriptions were shared, from Corporate to Programmer’s Inc., from Roboficial to Design & Build, along with the large prize money up for grabs. An all new litfest was to be conducted alongside the techfest, called Carpe Dictum. In January 2016, with about a month to go, Quark began to release the speaker lineup for Guest Lectures. Stephan Pastis (Pearls Before Swine comic strip creator), Sanjay Jha (Indian National Congress national spokesperson), Raheel Khursheed (former Twitter India Head), Sugata Mitra (2013 TED Prize winner), Akshar Pathak (Minimal Bollywood Posters creator), Rajdeep Sardesai (former CNN-IBN Editor-inchief), Bejoy Nambiar (Wazir,

Shaitan director), and Aditi Rao Hydari (actress, dancer) were just some of the big names that were to visit campus. With a week to Quark, the Aurora performers were also announced, with Chris Cheong (Malaysian magician), Kate Chruscicka (Polish electric violinist), and Siddharth Slathia (YouTube cover singer) all ready to entertain the BITS crowd over three nights. The countdown began. Quark 2016 began with an inauguration ceremony and after the Convener declared the fest open, Mr. Shail Maniar, VP and MD, Sabre India addressed the gathering. “Our relationship with BITS Pilani Goa goes back to 2005 when we started the BITS Practice School – a six month internship program, and we sponsored Quark for the last two years. We continue to see great value in partnering with BITS and strongly believe that the next big thing or innovation in travel technology could possibly come from India and more likely from premier technology institutions like BITS,” he said. Over the next three days, more than 1500 participants battled it out in various techno-management events as well as gaming and literary events. Workshops and exhibits drew large crowds. The speakers inspired the young minds, and the performances were a great way to end each fun-filled day. All in all, Quark 2016 was a tremendous success, leaving everybody involved satisfied.

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German firm TUV Rheinland signs MoU with Federation of Indian Export Organizations (FIEO)

(L-To-R) : Ganga C Sharma, VP-Strategy Govt.Relations & Industry Affairs, TUV Rheinland India, Thomas Fuhrmann, Managing Director, TUV Rheinland India, Ajay Sahai, Director General of FIEO & Chandranath Som, Joint Dy. Director General, FIEO at the signing of MOU TÜV Rheinland India, a subsidiary of TÜV Rheinland Group, Germany, a worldwide leader in Testing, Training, Inspection, Consulting & Certification, has signed an MoU with Federation of Indian Export Organizations (FIEO). As per the terms of the MoU, TÜV Rheinland India will, on subsidized pricing based on business volumes, extend its various services to FIEO member companies through technical knowledge sharing. TUV Rheinland will assist FIEO export oriented member companies to become more knowledgeable and competent in terms of compliance with various markets, customers quality requirements, testing requirements, statutory requirements etc. “With the multilateral and bilateral trade agreements taking the order of trade

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development the tariff barriers are gradually going away. However, the non-tariff measures - the Sanitary and Phyto Sanitary measures (SPS) and also the Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) are gaining more relevance be it for the purposes of standardisation, conformity assessment, product and consumer safety, conforming the environmental and social requirements etc. or for the purposes as being used as tools to restrict imports from competing countries of the world” said Mr. Ajay Sahai, Director General & CEO, FIEO. “The declining trends in Indian exports demand appropriate response and action towards the growing number of SPS and TBT measures, being adopted by various countries, from all the stakeholders involved in value chain including Government,

FIEO and Exporting Industry as a whole. In this context, it is immensely required that Indian exporters rightly understood the applicable SPS-TBT measures in exporting countries or countries of use of Indian manufactured goods & services” said Mr. Thomas Fuhrmann, CEO & Managing Director, TUV Rheinland India. FIEO thus signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with TUV Rheinland India, a group company of TUV Rheinland, Germany to support its members in better understanding the requirements related to standardization, conformity assessment, product & consumer safety, applicable social and environmental requirements, meet the growing private standards in order to enhance and

contribute towards the overall market competitiveness of Indian exporters, help them become part of global supply chain and ultimately have smooth market access across the global markets. The co-operation agreement includes benefits to FIEO members like technical expert advice, training, inspection, testing and certification at subsidized costs and contribute technical inputs on policy level considering the global expertise of TUV Rheinland. Said Mr Ajay Sahai, Director General of FIEO, “We are extremely pleased to have signed this MoU with TUV Rheinland India having more than 140 years of global expertise as a leading technical service provider. This will be a huge opportunity for our member companies to avail this expertise at a subsidized price and build capacity to become more competitive and successful in the export market.”Said Mr Ganga C Sharma, Vice President, Strategy, Government Relation and Industry Affairs, TÜV Rheinland India, “FIEO represents the Indian entrepreneurs spirit of enterprise in the global market and is a partner of the Government of India in promoting India’s exports. It is a great honour for us to be associated with this esteemed body and positively contribute to the growth of exports in India.” For more information Web: www.ind.tuv.com

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ExxonMobil participated at the 18th National Lubricating Grease Institute annual conference ExxonMobil Lubricants Private Limited participated at the 18th National Lubricating Grease Institute (NLGI) – India Chapter’s Annual Conference and showcased its expertly formulated comprehensive range of greases available in India. The conference, organized by NLGI - India chapter from Feb. 05th to 7th, 2016 in Lonavala, is a premier platform for grease-related industry stakeholders in India. ExxonMobil elaborated on how leveraging comprehensive lubricant technologies and service solutions can help companies enhance safety, achieve environmental care-related goals, and maximize productivity, attracting wide attention from participating companies & representatives at the annual grease conference. Advancement in machine and equipment designs have affected operating parameters and thus the requirement for lubricating greases. As operating parameters like speed, load, temperature, etc., vary significantly based upon the equipment, it is practically impossible for a single grease to handle all the diversified applications. Mobil has a balanced portfolio of state-ofthe-art, well proved, high-performance lubricants and greases that can cater to the needs of many industrial sectors – including metals, cement, construction, mining, power generation, general manufacturing, plastics, food and beverage, pulp and paper - all backed by ExxonMobil’s technology leadership and unmatched industry expertise. “In modern machinery design and construction, machines

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LtoR_ Mr. Imtiaz Ahmed, Mr. Shankar Karnik and Mr. Umut Urkun function under severe operating conditions with the expectation of increased productivity and less downtime. This has made it difficult for conventional lithium greases to satisfactorily fulfill these requirements. In light of this fact, high performance greases like lithium-complex and calcium-sulfonate are the best candidates for the said applications. While lithium-complex greases have excellent compatibility with the most widely used lithium greases, calcium-sulfonate greases are also moderately compatible. Lithium-complex greases generally possess good stability, high-temperature characteristics and water-resistance properties which meet the needs of a wide variety of heavy-duty applications and operating conditions. They provide balanced load-carrying capability across a spectrum of loads, speeds and temperatures,” said Mr.Imtiaz Ahmed, Asia Pacific Mobil SHC Brand Manager, ExxonMobil Lubricants Private Limited. To fulfill the unique needs of a wide range of industries, Mobil offers a comprehensive line of greases with advanced technology that are designed to offer customers extended re-greasing

intervals, longer equipment life, and greater productivity. This includes synthetics for extreme conditions, polyurea thickener based greases for long life and use in high temperatures, food-grade solutions, and grease for environmentally sensitive applications. The level of grease’s performance depends on the formulation approach. Greases that are developed through a balanced formulation approach often offer significant performance benefits and advantages. Mobil’s advanced formulation greases are designed to provide all-round balanced performance for severe conditions experienced by today’s industrial and mobile equipment. The mining industry is one of the most fundamental components of the industrial landscape, and also one of the most challenging from a lubrication standpoint. By combining the use of high quality lubricants and an effective technical services program, mining operators can achieve a competitive advantage in their operations, by enhancing productivity and reducing their lubrication consumption which will potentially increase the productivity and reduce downtime of their mining machinery and

equipment. In addition, health and safety benefits may also be realized. “Operators in the mining sector have to balance multiple concerns, as they try to enhance operational safety and keep their machinery running at peak performance, even when it is subjected to extreme temperatures and heavy loads. To help address these issues, it is essential to work closely with mining customers to develop a solutions-focused approach to help protect and maintain equipment across their entire operation. This can be done by leveraging comprehensive lubricant technologies and service solutions, helping companies enhance safety, achieve environmental care-related goals, and maximize productivity. Lubricant programs and services – when delivered from a solutions-oriented approach – can play an important role in advancing productivity in mining operations,” said Mr Shankar Karnik, General Manager Industrial, ExxonMobil Lubricants Private Limited. While the primary function of a lubricant is to protect equipment, reduce unscheduled downtime and extend oil drain intervals, advancements in lubricant technology now mean mining companies can select oils and greases which provide outstanding levels of protection as well as other potential benefits such as improved fuel economy. Heavy-duty diesel engine oils, hydraulic oils and greases work hand-in-hand to enable mobile machinery on mining sites to operate effectively.

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ESPRIT CAD/CAM Software unveils innovative new website & branding ESPRIT CAD/CAM SOFTWARE enters a new era with the launch of its new brand identity and corporate website, espritcam. com. The website showcases an elegant new 3D-style logo that updates yet honors the company’s original one.

Immediate and Immersive Experience “Our new website immerses visitors in the software - straight from the homepage,” says ESPRIT’s Director of Global Marketing and Communication, Cedric Simard. “Thanks to our

ESPRIT CAD/CAM’s innovative, educational and responsive new website: espritcam.com

ESPRIT product icons on the new homepage.

The new ESPRIT 5-axis product page demonstrating ESPRIT’s machine tool compatibilities.

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educational videos, machinists can instantly experience ESPRIT software in action and witness its compatibility with machine tool brands from around the globe.”

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visitors in any manufacturing industry. Whatever their needs, machinists can access relevant information based on their industry, their machine tool, or the type of machining operation they want to perform.

Built with machinists and ESPRIT customers in mind, the website is available in nine languages and is responsive across multiple platforms and devices. The site features clear navigation for

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The new website showcases ESPRIT’s capabilities, especially in 5-axis, multitasking, wire EDM, and Swiss-style machining. In addition, product pages highlight ESPRIT’s compatibility with machine tool builders, worldclass customer support and factory-certified post processors.

ESPRIT 5-axis customer success stories from various manufacturing industries.

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Additive Manufacturing – Potential & challenges for the automotive industry The automotive industry has once again proven to be an engine of innovation for technology, this time for Additive Manufacturing (AM) and 3D Printing. For example, the Volkswagen Group revved up development at the start of 2014 by networking the AM-related activities of its individual brands via a corporate technology workstream. Dr Steffen Landua, Director of Technology Development, Toolmaking and Press Shop, heads up the related Metal 3D Printing Working Group together with his professional peers. Messe Erfurt is proud to have engaged this expert to present the keynote lecture on the third day of this year’s Rapid.Tech, which runs from 14–16 June. Dr Steffen Landua’s speech will cover the opportunities offered by metal 3D Printing in the manufacture of equipment and series components in the automotive industry, and what the resulting benefits are for manufacturers. In addition, Landua will illustrate the requirements placed on additive manufacturing by the automotive production sector with respect to aspects such as productivity, material selection, and installation spaces, as well as the readiness of 3D Printing technology for series production. The AM expert will also present real-world applications and describe the challenges inherent in the Additive Manufacture of series parts, thus indicating the essential areas of development that will enable further innovations.

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The keynote lecture kicks off the inaugural “Automotive Industry” trade forum, which will cover a wide variety of subject areas. Accordingly, the presentation by Martin Friedrich of the BMW Group will focus on the use and validation of an indirect process route, using additive tooling, for the manufacture of components for small series and niche applications with series-like properties. He will first examine the suitability of various tool materials and manufacturing technologies and then analyse the thermal tool properties, such as heat conductivity, and their effects on processes and component properties. Marc Vetterli, Inspire AG (Switzerland), will present the results of an industry project in which an innovative vehicle air conditioning system was produced using selective laser sintering (SLS) and optimised material. The system enables a reduction of around 50 per cent in the emissions caused by the air conditioning system. Robert Stache, Volkswagen AG, will first demonstrate that the high design freedom and accuracy of selective laser melting (SLM) makes it possible to produce tools that enable an increase

in productivity of up to 20 per cent in series production. However, the special material that has been used up to now represents a compromise due to its high cost and limited material properties. Stache will then present new test results with regard to the capability of using the SLM process to produce leak-tight parts from a tool steel that is well established for use in hot forming. He will also discuss the open issues relating to its use in series production. Kay Sauber, Audi AG, will talk about the process chain and the fields of action in Additive Manufacturing. He will illustrate the production process, from Additive Manufacturing-compliant design, to the generation of suitable files for 3D Printing, to the actual printing process including powder right through to aftertreatment and quality inspection. Sauber will also discuss open issues and the challenges which arise from the requirement for a digital process chain. Johannes Triebs, member of the Faculty of Production Engineering of EMobility Components (PEM) at RWTH Aachen University, will present the latest studies and applications in plastic-based Additive Manufacturing processes for

the construction of prototypes and small series of electric vehicles. The presentation will cover overall vehicle concepts as well as rapid tooling. Christian Schilling, 3D Schilling GmbH, will describe an approach for the manufacture of large plastic parts from common industrial thermoplastics, with which Additive Manufacturing can be integrated in complex production processes. Thiemo Fieger, Daimler AG, will present a new approach for generic design guidelines for additive processes in the automotive industry as well as the results of initial testing on laser-beam-welded and resistance-spot-welded samples. The presentations at the new “Automotive Industry” trade forum, like all presentations at the Rapid.Tech conference, will be simultaneously interpreted (German<>English). Regarding both content and organisation, this forum has been prepared by Dr. Bernhard Mueller. The member of Rapid. Tech’s advisory board has been a recognised expert for additive manufacturing processes for more than 20 years. Rapid. Tech in Erfurt, with its unique combination of trade fair and specialist conference, is among the world’s most renowned events in the field of Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing. For the fourth time FabCon 3.D, Germany’s 3D Printing fair for semi-professional users and prosumers, will be held in parallel with the event. For more information, Website: www.rapidtech.de

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CEM Instruments announced its entry into the Indian market

CEM, manufacturer & a world leader in the advanced Testing & measuring instruments, announced its entry into the Indian market. CEM India is a joint venture with an Indian company and shall be headed

by Mr. Vikram Bhansali, who has more than 20 years of experience in the field. CEM instruments are amongst the most advanced in the world. Vikram shared how their range of Borescopes & Thermal imagers

will revolutionise the preventive maintenance practices in India. The company plans to invest in educating & equipping the maintenance teams to get in-depth understanding of these new maintenance practices. “The real challenge was to draw a balance between the Value for Money mindset of Indian consumer and the technology we wanted to provide” says Vikram Bhansali. “However, the 3 in-house R&D centres have worked for months to work out the magic for us. We want to be the leaders in India replicating the success stories we had created in European & North American markets.“ CEM range of instruments include - Infrared Thermometers,

Borescopes, Air Quality meters, Digital Multimeters, Clamp-on Meters, Insulation Testers, Electrical Testers, Light Meters, Sound Level Meters, ThermoAnemometers, Gas Detectors, Manometers and various measuring instruments. CEM is ISO-9001 certified and the products are approved by globally benchmarked UL, GS, CE and RoHS. It has launched a unique 48-hour replacement within the warranty period. CEM products can be sourced from www.cemindia.com & will available across all leading ecommerce portals like tolexo, paytm, urjakart and insutrybuying. For more information www.cemindia.com

Gamesa secures 15 MW solar project in Tamil Nadu Gamesa, a leading player in the renewable energy space, announced its latest solar project totalling 15 MW in the state of Tamil Nadu. This is the second project that Gamesa India has secured in its home market, bringing its overall solar portfolio to over 48 MW. Under this contract, Gamesa will be responsible for engineering & design, supply of inverters, erection and commissioning of the 15MW solar farm. The project is expected to be commissioned with in the first quarter of 2016 in Puddukotai, Tamil Nadu.

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Speaking about the new win, Mr. Ramesh Kymal, Chairman and Managing Director, Gamesa India said, “Today India is one of the most promising markets for solar energy and we have entered the solar business at the right time given our unparalleled O&M service network and project capabilities. This being our third project overall, will help us harness the huge solar potential in the country.” Sharing his thoughts on the new win, Mr. K.V. Sajay, Executive Vice President – Solar Business Unit, Gamesa India, said, “Given that this is our

second solar project in Tamil Nadu, it is testimony to the progress we have made since our entry into the solar space in July last year. Our capabilities in the solar value chain include Solar EPC solutions for MW Scale Solar projects, Roof-Top solar projects and Rural/MicroGrid Projects besides continuing to expand our Inverter Solutions.” Gamesa Solar in India Drawing its expertise from wind, Gamesa India entered into Solar business in 2015 offering a wide spectrum of Solar Energy Solutions spanning

across Utility Scale Solar Projects, Rooftop Based Solar EPC, Micro Grids – Rural Electrification and Solar Asset Management backed by its robust MW scale central inverters. As of today, Gamesa India has commissioned 9MW of solar power projects in India and Gamesa group has commissioned 200 MW of Solar power projects through its strategic tie ups and supplied Photovoltaic inverters serving more than 150 MW of Solar installations globally. For more information www.gamesacorp.com

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A.T.E. organises seminars on efficient water management

One of the biggest uses of power is for moving water around. With energy efficiency being a key goal, both for profit improvement as well as greenhouse gas reduction, efficient water management has assumed great importance

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for industries. A.T.E., thus conducted a series of seminars on the topic at Pune, Bangalore, and Delhi recently. A.T.E. has been in the field water management for over three decades. With its vast experience, A.T.E. understands the various water management issues faced by industries. These seminars were aimed at addressing these issues and to highlight the reliable solutions available from A.T.E. A.T.E. provides water management solutions for various applications through high technology pumps and pumping systems. The range includes several global brands of pumps and controllers (Sulzer ABS, Iwaki, Walchem, Yamada, and Ebara), superior technology pumps and pumping systems from A.T.E. under the brand “TeraFlow” for a variety of clear water applications. A.T.E. also undertakes project execution

on an EPC basis. Mr Prakash Marali, Flow Technology business head of A.T.E., along with his team, made presentations on the products and services provided by the company. The participants at these well attended events learned about with the range of global brands of pumps and pumping systems available from A.T.E., A.T.E.’s sales and service networks across India, customer service, and the domain knowledge A.T.E. has built over the decades. Appreciating the seminar, like many other participants, Mr Dileep Kate, Sr Manager at Promethean Spenta Technologies Private Limited, Pune, said “Our belief has further strengthened in A.T.E. after attending the seminar and hearing about its association with the biggest brands (Sulzer, Yamada, Ebara, Iwaki, and Walchem) in the pumps industry. Its strong focus on customer service makes us not to look at A.T.E. merely as a representative of these companies, but as an owner of these brands. We have included A.T.E. as an exclusive supplier of pumps for our company.” Looking at the overwhelming response at all the seminars, A.T.E. is planning to organise many such seminars in other cities across the country.

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Indian Gear Industry is now more matured and can compete with any global players: Debashis Chattopadhyay Coimbatore-based Shanthi Gears is today a part of the Rs.27,500 Crore Murugappa Group, one of the leading industrial houses in India. The company with a long history of manufacturing high quality, high precision gears, gearboxes, geared motors and gear assemblies, has come out with a whole range of innovative gearboxes for main hoist applications for capacities beyond 350T. Recently it has developed an Accurate Missile Positioning Gearbox with zero back lash, capable of operating at temperatures ranging from -40 degree to 140 degree Celsius. The company’s products designed for arduous applications are also used in “Import substitution of gears and gearboxes to cater to niche markets is our prime focus today.” – Debashis Chattopadhyay, Head-Sales & Marketing, Shanthi Gears Ltd.

traction motors in high speed trains, cement mills, gas turbines, thermal power projects, battle tanks, mining drills and such other critical areas. Mr. P.K. Balasubbramaniian speaks to Mr. Debashis Chattopadhyay, Head-Sales & Marketing, Shanthi Gears Ltd. to discover the strengths, capabilities and new thrusts of this homegrown manufacturer poised to

Q. What are the new trends in Mechanical Power Transmission? There are various devices being used for transmitting Power from Motor to Machine, like Belt Drives, Chain Drives, Gearbox, etc. depending on the type of application, shaft locations and amount of Power required to transmit at what rpm. Major challenge involved while transmitting power is that how efficiently you are doing so i.e the efficiency of the drive. That’s why the entire world is now working towards energy efficient, compact drives. For Gear Industry, the trend is to go in for more and more planetary drives so that high torque can be transmitted with minimum space. Conventional gearboxes like standard worm Gearboxes which become less efficient as you want to have more reduction ratio, are being designed with special double envelop profile

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which can be as efficient as 98%. Gear accuracy in terms of Lead, Profile and Pitch are also an important factor and we can observe that even for general applications Customers are now insisting on ground gears with improved DIN class of accuracy. Straight bevel gears are now being re-designed with Spiral Bevel profile with DIN Class 3 or less for more area of contact and higher efficiency. The Customers today are more knowledgeable and looking for technically advanced products. Q. How does your organization keep in step with them? We, at Shanthi Gears, are always oriented towards delivering “Quality” to our

Customers. We have a strong team of 12 Engineers at our R&D center who are constantly working for product innovation and providing support to our Engineering Department. Our Design Engineering department is also equally strong, managed by more than 45 Design Engineers, who are designing gearboxes as per application requirements and life expectancy. Almost 70% of our production is Custom-built and special application based products, designed to suit Customer requirements. We are the only Indian Company, who have designed and supplied with our own capability a VRM Gearbox for Roller press application and it is working even better than overseas

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Shanthi Gears has an integrated gear manufacturing facility â&#x20AC;&#x201C; one of the largest in India OEM supplier for more than 2 years. We are constantly investing on latest machinery which can deliver best quality gears with lowest production cycle time. Equipped with the latest machinery with skilled and experienced workforce coupled with our in-house Design and R&D facility, we are able to take up newer challenges and emerging as the most potential Indian manufacturer to replace import substitute products and develop new products for critical applications. Q. Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your niche and what are your product innovations? We have developed a lot many products in recent times. Major application involved for Ladle tilting operation, where the product is extremely critical from the application point of view. Apart from this, we have developed Gearboxes for Main Hoist applications for capacities of 350T and above. Currently, we are designing Gearboxes for 450T cranes. These are some of the biggest in the Indian market. We have a large population of such gearboxes

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in the Indian market. Recently we have developed and supplied an Accurate Missile Positioning gearbox which requires zero backlash operations and should be capable of operating at extreme temperatures ranging from minus 40 degree to 140 degree Celsius. We have also developed gears for High speed trains which are mounted on Axle with traction motors and are supplying gears to various Global players in Germany, Australia and also in India. In addition to the above, we have developed gearboxes for Cement Mill applications for both Roller press and Ball press grinders, High speed turbine gears for Gas turbine applications, Air-preheater gearbox for Thermal power projects, Ring gear and Planetary gears for 4500 HP and 5000 HP Turbo charger applications along with very critical gears required for Battle tanks, Mining drill and a host of other applications. Shanthi Gears have recently ventured into product development for Marine main propulsion gearbox which can be used for

both Defense marine applications such as Aircraft carrier, Amphibious transport Dock, large offshore patrol vessel as well as submarine applications. Our R&D team is already working on this project and we are in an advanced stage of developing such products with time-bound delivery. Q. Quality, precision and reliability are the major attributes end-users look for in transmission products. How do you instill these in your products? Today, Customer feels that Quality is a term, which is given. We should ensure the same. Unfortunately, because of price competition, some of the Indian manufacturers are forced to dilute the same, which bears a negative impact on product performance and reliability. A few manufacturers are also engaged in importing substandard products from China and other countries and selling to Indian market by putting their own brand as a short term goal. These may dilute our year long struggle for developing quality products with the tireless efforts of our

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FACE TO FACE Indian engineers for so many years. We, at Shanthi Gears are inspired by the values of Murugappa Group, which are Integrity, Passion, Quality, Respect and Responsibility. These are the driving forces for us and we are constantly enriching ourselves with these. For the basic raw materials like Steel, Forgings, etc. we have restricted our source to hardly 3 to 4 most respected manufacturers in India. Most of our Forgings are sourced from Companies like Bharat Forge, Western India Forge, Kalyani Carpenter, etc. For Bearings, we do buy the same directly from the manufacturer from their various Global Manufacturing units and restricted to worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best brands such as SKF, FAG, INA, TIMKEN, etc. We have 9 quality centers within our factory at various work stations apart from one main Quality Centre. We do maintain 100% quality checks at each stage of operation and our rejection rate is even below 0.03% at the time of final assembly and delivery. We ensure that only a correct and best component goes inside the Gearbox. We are very proud of our products and we know, what we are delivering to

our Customers are the best-in-class. We never compromise on our product quality standards and we are committed to deliver the best. That is our value proposition to our Customers. Q. Please throw some light on your manufacturing capabilities and wherewithal. We are having probably the largest manufacturing capability in India with latest machineries available in the world. Apart from that, we are the only Indian company having an integrated Gear manufacturing facility with In-house Foundry, Forging facility, Gear manufacturing including the latest Heat Treatment facility and also In-house hob making facility. With more than 4 decades of expertise, equipped with ultra-modern and well backward integrated facility, we manufacture gears weighing from a few grams to more than 40 tonnes, from Textile loom gears to Aviation gears, from simple Worm gearboxes to complex planetary helical / bevel helical gearboxes from standard gears to custom-made gears for all applications. Our Engineering department is well equipped with the latest

hardware and software for 3D Modelling and 2D Drafting, Analysis (FEA), Assembly and Animation, Reverse Engineering, Tooling (Mould & Pattern) design & Manufacturing, Generation of NC codes and simulation, etc. These enable us for shorter delivery and quick developments. We undertake Re-Engineering of existing gears and gearboxes for any Plant and Machinery to enhance their capacity, in order to withstand higher speed, feed and load within the available space. The key strength lies with our Huge manufacturing facility supposed to be the biggest in India which includes our state-of-the-art Heat treatment facility. It is a very vital and critical process to increase the surface hardness in order to reduce wear and keeping the core tougher for withstanding higher loads and longstanding performance of gears. Our heat treatment shop is the most modern and the biggest in India. It is equipped with the latest computer controlled equipment like pit type carburizing furnaces (max. 2500mm dia. ), tempering furnaces, oil quenching tanks and also a VACUUM carburizing furnace from SECO / WARWIK. We also have electrically heated pit type

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Shanthi Gears makes gigantic gearboxes for high precision and arduous applications such as aerospace, traction, steel mills, artillery, mining and so on. vertical sealed retort furnace for gas nitriding and gas nitro-carburizing with washing, shot blasting and shot peening facilities. We have the very latest CNC testing equipment for hardness checking and raw material microstructure analysis in our heat treatment laboratory. The Gear Cutting and Gear Grinding Machineries are the current generation and latest imported CNC of superior quality from reputed manufacturers from Germany & USA. The gear measuring equipment we have are the most sophisticated and from the best brands like Klingelnberg / Wenzel / Leitz . Further, we are the only company, perhaps in the whole world to have a fullsledged facility to make its own cutter tools. The accuracy of products mainly depends on the machines on which they are produced. To ensure the reliability of the measured dimensions, the inspection instruments are calibrated periodically. We have set up our own full-fledged Calibration facilities in-house in order to check any instrument as and when required. Our Lab with controlled temperature and humidity is equipped with Trimas Lab concept - 0.3-micron accuracy and 0.1-micron repeatability (Traceability with NABL), 50X Nikon computerized profile projector and Zeiss contour checking, Zeiss surface roughness testers. We are equipped with our own latest Renishaw Laser ML 10 Gold, Ball Bar QC 10 including rotary axis, with auto error compensation compatible to CNC systems like Siemens, Fanuc, Heidenhain, etc. With this equipment we are able to carry out

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Calibration of machine tools, Calibration of Co-ordinate Measuring Machines, and even the performance evaluation of machine tools. Shanthi Gears is backed by Rs.27,500 Cr Murugappa group, one of the leading Industrial houses in India. We have our in-house support for corporate strategy Group, Corporate Strategy sourcing, In-house Technology Centre and Training centre to mentor and develop our key strengths in related areas. Q. What’s the difference you make as a solutions provider? Our major strength lies on providing most advanced and technical solution to our Customers considering Cost and efficiency of the drive. All our Sales Engineers are trained to handle any Gearbox issues. Our engineers can reach any Customer’s place within 48 hours, to redress his issues. We have the capability to develop internals of other make Gear boxes or provide a Gear solution from any Imported Gearboxes or other gear related problems. We have more than 12 dedicated Service Engineers and over 33 Sales and Service Engineers spread across India through our 10 Branch offices in most prominent locations. Apart from them, we have a dedicated Mobile team available at our works at Coimbatore, which comprises members from Engineering, Manufacturing, R&D and Production, who attend to the most critical calls related to new Gearbox designs or tackling critical Gear problems. All our service engineers are typically trained to handle any type

Q. What are your comments on ‘Indian engineering’ and how are you geared to make a significant contribution from your domain in its pursuit of excellence? Indian Gear Industry is now more matured and can compete with any Global players in terms of Designing, Delivery of quality products and also provide on time service. Further, Indian market is having its own demand and is growing very fast. Considering the above facts, almost all Global players are looking for a foothold in the Indian market through any existing manufacturer or by way of taking support from its manufacturing base in nearby country. We, at Shanthi Gears, are planning to focus more on niche segment of products to develop Critical Gears and Gearboxes, which are so far getting imported from various European countries. We are also planning to invest more on modern machinery apart from strengthening our R&D and Engineering team. We do also have an aggressive plan to reach our Customers through modern IT systems, where Customers can not only place orders on-line, they can get basic information on Drive efficiency, Power calculations as well as on-line PD drawings for checking their design layouts. We have already started working partially for Textile Gears with the above concept and started getting encouraging response from the market. We have also planned to expand our Service network across India and conduct more training sessions to our Customers by way of sharing knowledge on various Gear related issues and Case Studies in terms of Real Life Situations. We want to establish ourselves as the only manufacturer in India to provide Complete Drive Solutions in the field of Mechanical Power Transmission Engineering.

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Mr. Satish Bhat, Managing Director, Ador Welding Ltd.

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trendsetter in welding technology Ador Welding Ltd., formerly known as Advani-Oerlikon Ltd., is the pioneer and trendsetter in welding in India. The company has been spearheading technological innovations in the field for the past six decades. All the major welded structures of modern India stand testimony to the quality and reliability of its innovative processes, products and systems. Chiseling out over 9000 welding equipment, standard and customized, and over 35,000 MT of welding consumables annually for all welding processes, Ador caters to the requirements of metal joining solutions in every segment of the industry. The company is also in the vanguard of welding education and skill development in the field. It has the distinction of having churned out over 1,00,000 welding professionals in the past 40 years. Mr. P.K. Balasubbramaniian speaks to Mr. Satish Bhat, Managing Director, Ador Welding Ltd., to get a ringside view of the latest developments in the welding field and Adorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s initiatives to provide contemporary and enduring solutions to the fabricating industry. Excerpts:

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COVER STORY Q. What’s exciting in the welding world today? The Welding Industry is moving towards more and more automation to ensure quality and repeatability as well as flexibility in set-up changes. The target is to achieve higher productivity, enhanced quality at PPM level, de-skilling of welders as well as reduction of manual intervention and re-work. Several new advanced single-process and hybrid welding processes have come in vogue, including Keyhole Plasma, Keyhole TIG, Hot wire TIG, HNG MIG and HNG SAW, Electro-Slag welding with various new concepts, Laser & Laser-MIG Hybrid welding, Cold Metal Transfer, Synergic TIG, etc. Q. As a leader, what’s Ador’s contribution to enhance the quality and ease of welding? Quality of welding is determined by the use of process, quality of consumables, power source, automation and skilled manpower. Ador is committed to offer complete solution for improving the quality and ease of welding. We can proudly say that we are the only Indian company which invests heavily in R&D (recognized by DSIR, GOI) for improving offerings of

existing consumables, equipment and automation solutions and develop new technologies for enhancing value offered by our customers. We have about 50 research chemists & engineers in R&D. Our R&D facilities (separate for Consumables & Equipment) are state-of-the-art and comparable to any facility with leading global player. Our quality systems are of global standard to deliver quality products to the customers. Ador welding Academy provides solutions on establishing welding processes and enhancement of welder’s skills to improve quality of weld. We have offered solutions to the strategic customers in indigenizing the consumables and establishing new welding processes with local consumables and still get the desired welding specifications. Our automation solutions are used by key customers in infrastructure projects such as Railway bridges (also one in J&K) for improving productivity and quality. Customers expect Ador to deliver / offer solutions to their problems. This is always a proud feeling to us. Q. Automation is the key to productivity. How do you lend yourselves to enhance productivity both on the shop floor as well as at site?

Ador’s sprawling consumables manufacturing plant in Silvassa

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Automation is the key to the success of massive infrastructure development plans of GOI. Due to less availability of skills, automation is going to play a pivotal role in the future. We at Ador have hence decided to focus on offering automation solutions and created the business as one of our SBU’s. We have created organization for supporting the business in Welding Automation Products and Systems (WAPS) for designing, manufacturing, marketing and providing after-sales support to deliver customized solutions in shortest time possible. The SBU is headed by a senior manager who is responsible for growth of the business. Our WAPS Division has provided several customized Automation Solutions to different types of Industries on a panIndia basis as well as to customers in the Gulf countries. A few examples are: • Square Axles Welding System • System for Longitudinal Welding of Girders • System for Internal Longitudinal Welding of Pipes that are 12m long & 350 mm in diameter • Manipulator for Welding of Assembled Railway Bogie • L- Seam Welding System with FCAW • Automated TIG Welding set-up with cold wire feeding for pipe - to - flange welding • Dedicated MIG Welding set-up for LPG Cylinder manufacturing Q. What are your offerings for cryogenic welding? Consumables are available for all welding processes – In SMAW / TIG / MIG – solid wire + FCW / SAW. The most important criterion for service at cryogenic temperatures is normally toughness, and it is important that the weld metals used are capable of achieving good toughness. Large land based storage tanks are normally fabricated from 9% nickel steel with pipe work for distribution, etc. It is often made from austenitic stainless steel. The 9% nickel steels and 304 / 316 austenitic stainless steel consumables are tested

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COVER STORY down to -196°C. For applications down to -269°C, 304/316 austenitic stainless steel (welded with fully austenitic stainless steel consumables) or aluminum are used. We have also supplied total welding systems to the manufacturers of cryogenic vessels like Cryolar, Chennai and BPCL, Nasik. Q. What are the product innovations in the recent past that caught the eye of the end user? Some of the advanced process innovations inbuilt in the welding products in recent days are : • Improved Accu-Pulse technique providing fewer spatters, better arc control and less heat input – very forgiving to changes in stick-out. • RMD – designed for thin materials and gap filling with very low spatter. • Versa-Pulse is a fast, low-heat, low-spatter process resulting in faster travel speeds and increased productivity for semi-automated and automated welding. Typically used on thin materials up to 1/4 inch, great for gap filling on sheet metal and tube applications. • Weld cells – equipped with customized multi-axis robots , and equipment adaptable to a variety of Weld Cell Configurations • Flexible user interface location (power source, feeder, remote operator

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interface) Welding Intelligence software, for equipment ‘with a power to think and adapt’ Auto-Line™ Power Management Technology allows for any input voltage hookup (230–575 V) with no manual linking. It also eliminates weld defects caused by unstable or unreliable power. Welding of 9% Ni steels using Ni-Cr-Fe alloys for storing & transporting LNG.

Q. What’s the head count of consumables and equipment you manufacture? Any new products in the anvil? We make 9000 plus Welding and Plasma Equipment per annum and about 35,000 M.T of welding consumables for all welding processes. New Products in the anvil are advanced PULSED MIG Equipment with Synergic Pulsing and Double-pulse welding features, Multi–station Data Acquisition and control system, Adaptive Control for Root Welding in pipes, etc. Q. You are known for your customized welding solutions. Could you recount one recent development work done for a critical application? As explained earlier, customers expect Ador to provide solutions to their problems. They have faith in Ador and we are proud of it.

Ador’s consumables plant in Raipur. The company makes a comprehensive range of welding consumables

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Some of the customized solutions provided are: 1. High speed fillet welding of heat exchanger panels, in boiler manufacturing of power sector, using FluxCored Wire instead of solid wire using submerged arc welding. 2. Critical stainless steel cladding onto C-Mn steel using SAW process to meet very critical corrosion requirements. Q. Could you enlighten us on your wherewithal, capabilities, talent and knowledge base? Ador is truly an Indian MNC. We have four manufacturing plants. We manufacture almost all welding consumables and equipment required by customers. We have modern manufacturing facilities which are unmatched by any Indian manufacturer. Our labs and quality systems are world-class to ensure delivery of quality products. We are approved by most of the critical / stringent authorities including PDO, QP, KOC, KNPC, etc. and world renowned approving agencies. This proves that we have world-class quality systems. Our R&D facility and talent are again worldclass. That is the reason why we are able to develop and manufacture products to meet stringent requirements. We do not import and supply products as done by most of the welding companies in India. Over the last six decades, Ador has developed a vast knowledge base on the art and science of welding. Our HR practices include Organisation Development and Talent Management. We encourage young and fresh talent to make career in welding and offer them exciting opportunities and freedom to experiment. This has enabled us nurture new talent under the guidance of seasoned adorians. Q. What is your contribution to welding education, especially when there is a dearth of qualified welding personnel in the country? For over six decades, we have trained over a lakh welders / supervisors / engineers in welding. Hence it will not be an exaggeration if we claim that there are no sectors /

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Ador’s equipment plant in Chinchwad, Pune

segments of industry in our country where people trained by us have not contributed. We were the pioneers in welding training and we started it when the knowledge of welding was in the infancy. Even today, when welding is an advanced technology, we have an Academy which imparts training in all welding processes and for all levels. We also certify the persons who have been trained by us. We continue to be the leading and trusted welding training Institute. Q. What makes you to deserve the sobriquet, ‘Welders to the Nation’? We made commercial availability of arc welding electrodes in India as early as in 1951. Every project that helped India to grow had our footprint – Hydro electric, Fertilizer, Railways, Nuclear power plants, Oil & Gas Refineries, Automobiles, Mining, Shipbuilding, Steel plants and Infrastructure included. We popularized MIG / MAG and submerged arc welding (SAW) processes by introducing the welding consumables and equipment for these processes and helped in improving the productivity of the end-users. Starting from Bhakra Nangal hydro electric power

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plant and dam, Neyveli Lignite thermal power plant, Trombay nuclear power plant, Integral Coach Factory of Railways at Chennai, Hindustan Shipyard at Vizag to the present day Reliance Oil refinery at Jamnagar, Suzlon wind towers, and all those projects that shaped industrial India stand as eloquent testimonies to our significant contribution. Q. What are the challenges ahead for you? Meeting the new technical requirements of welding consumables for a) super critical power plants b) high tensile steels used in submarines; and Meeting the higher productivity requirements of automobile, shipping and Infrastructure industries are some of the challenges for us. Q. What are the positive vibes in the industrial climate/economic horizon and what are the prospects of the welding business? The GOI, under the dynamic leadership of our PM, Shri. Narendra Modi, is creating a conducive atmosphere for the manufacturing sector. GOI has launched the ‘Make

in India’ campaign which has started showing some improvements especially in the Railways and Defense sectors. We have started receiving some good enquiries from the major manufacturers representing these two industries. With GDP growth expected to be at 7.5% and likely to go up in the next FY, we envisage huge investments in other sectors such as oil & gas, shipbuilding, power plants, etc. and hence we can expect good demand for our welding products and automation systems. We have also started getting indications of finalization of new projects and issuing of LOI by public sector companies from O&G and Steel sectors. In general if we see the GST and Land bill through in the Budget session, we can expect substantial investments which will culminate in good business opportunities for us in the years to come. Q. What’s your vision for Ador? Ador’s Vision is “To become the ‘bestin-class’ enterprise with a turnover of Rs.600 Crores by FY 2017-18 by providing Complete Welding Solutions to the World of Manufacturing for enhancing their operational efficiency and productivity”.

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he 12th edition of ELECRAMA, the World’s largest Transmission and Distribution Exhibition was a power packed event, which was held at BIEC, Bengaluru from 13th -17th February, 2016. The event witnessed the presence of who’s who in the power industry both domestic and international. The five days international flagship event of IEEMA was inaugurated by Shri Piyush Goyal, Hon’ble Minister of State (IC) for Power Coal, New & Renewable Energy, Government of India, in the presence of the Energy Minister of State of Karnataka, Mr D K Shivakumar, Power Secretary, Mr P K Pujari, Coal Secretary, Mr Anil Swarup, State Power Secretaries, CMDs of Power Utilities, Senior officials of Ministry of Power, MrBabu Babel, President, IEEMA, ELECRAMA 2016, Organising Committee Chairman, Mr. Aaditya R Dhoot, senior bureaucrats and industry leaders. The show provided the stakeholders in the power industry a worldview on technology, best practices, new systems and forecasting the trends in the future of electricity, both from the technology and a socio-economic point of view. The event is the largest and most prestigious event in its space in the world. Spread over a gross area of 84,000 m2, theexhibition hosted visitors from over 120 countries and overall more than 120,000 footfall. There were over 1000 exhibitors showcasing diverse products, technologies and solutions. There were many co-located and concurrent event where Hon’ble Minister for Railways Shri Suresh Prabhu and Hon’ble Minister for Heavy Industries Shri AnantGeete marked their presence. The details of the events are as follows

playing the role of a key enabler for the eco-system, to develop optimal solutions, technology and products. The summit was the first step in the long journey in order to create integrated and sustainable utilities of the future. Hon’ble Railways Minister, Shri Suresh Prabhu inaugurated the World Utility Summit (WUS) uring ELECRAMA 2016 – World Electricity Forum. The three-day World Utility Summit hosted senior leaders of utilities, energy efficiency bodies, standards organizations, regulators, finance professionals and policy makers from around the world. Reverse Buyer Seller Meet Reverse Buyer Seller Meet (RBSM), the biggest meeting place of International Buyers who plan to source electrical products and equipment from India concluded with $400mn business at ELECRAMA 2016. In line with the PM NarendraModi’s vision of Make In India, RBSM is a platform for Indian industry to showcase its competitive products and services. Fifty two countries from across the globe are attending the RBSM where buyers from Africa, ASEAN, CIS, and SAARC, along with Iran are participating.

International T&D Conclave Along with ELECRAMA-2016, the International T&D Conclave was organized by IEEMA, which offered a platform for the power industry to discuss challenges and solutions with regard to the transmission and distribution sector. Hon’ble Minister of Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises of India, MrAnantGeete inaugurated the International T&D Conclave during ELECRAMA 2016. The theme of the conclave is Technology & Demand. CIGRE Tutorials One of the interesting concurrent events at ELECRAMA has to be the CIGRE Tutorials. This edition concentrated on five topics—Overhead Lines, Smart Grids, HVDC, Substations, HV Equipment. The tutorials was held at the Renewable Energy Pavilion at Hall 5 of BIEC, Bengaluru. The

World Utility summit World Utility Summit was a pioneering thought leadership forum, attempted to set the agenda for the future, actively

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Foray of Renewable pavilion in ELECRAMA 2016 Renewables are going to be an essential part of the energies of the future. Realizing the importance of this factor, for the first time, a dedicated pavilion was planned at ELECRAMA-2016 for companies offering renewable energy related technologies. The pavilion gave platform for equipment manufacturers, public sector representatives from renewable sector to display and interact with visitors. Electricity: How it began ELECRAMA-2016 took us back to the origins of Electricity. Though the idea of electricity was sparked in the early 1800s, the visually delightful journey of the ‘125 years of electricity’ pavilion started from 1879, when Thomas Alva Edison invented commercially viable electricity. What started then as an invention has now become one of the basic needs of life. International participation ELECRAMA-2016 witnessed participation from Countries like that of Germany, Taiwan, Korea, South Africa, Nepal, Kingdom of Lesotho to name a few.

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Reinvent the real ‘You’ for life’s fulfillment and happiness “If you hear a voice within you say ‘you cannot paint,’ then by all means paint, and that voice will be silenced.” - Vincent Van Gogh We are often deprived of the simple joys of life because we just do not manage to connect to the one person who matters the most to us…our own self. The actual impetus to live life to the fullest definitely comes from within and is born of a long term liking for our-self. Is this a natural ability? Not necessarily. Even those people who are reasonably comfortable with their own being and have a good self image are often ridden with self doubts. I don’t think I can do this…I may not complete the task at hand…I just am not as bright as ‘A’, or ‘B’…I could never wear this, since it won’t suit me…I am much too short, tall, fat, thin, dark, fair, …too ordinary to be extraordinary…these are very common conversations we have with ourselves whatever be our age, gender or social standing. The universal reality is that the ‘man in the mirror’ is generally not our favorite and we always have an over-critical perspective of him/her. Hence, having comprehended the problem, it is a good idea to find out how we can go about liking the the best part of the World…You. The Startling Truth Eleanor Roosevelt put across the startling truth about people at large. She said that if once and for all we realize that people seldom think about us, then we would not get into the habit of worrying about what ‘people’ thought about us. The first step towards self motivation is self confidence and conversely, a self confident person is always self motivated. We are given this precious gift of Nature from birth and it is this inherent driving force that encourages babies to stand, totter and fall and stand again. 84

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There is no ego, no showmanship or absolutely no worry that someone..anyone is watching. What happens as we grow…we actually lose ‘our true self’… the carefree, spontaneous, resilient child within us is suppressed and finally lost. What a tragedy! Definitely a tragedy, but not an irreparable one. Let’s by all means strive to be child-like which is vastly different from being childish. Concentrate on the Journey The child like personality is driven by curiosity, wonder, spontaneous delight, or any experience that reveals the human spirit. It also has a very distinct ability to feel an undiluted sense of happiness in the smallest things and a wonderfully constant sense of mirth and humour. Remember how many times as a child you fell, then got up, dusted your clothes (or sometimes not even that) and just ran ahead, wind in your hair… laughing away. Life and its experiences are exactly like that. The major cause of misery and self–dislike, which may horribly turn into self –hate is our firm belief that we are supposed to be ‘infallible’ and at all times ‘perfect’. There can never be a greater misnomer than this mind-set. It is therefore a good idea to do things without the concern whatsoever of whether success or failure awaits us. A more positive approach would be to concentrate on the quantum of efforts one puts in and proverbially, on the journey not the destination. Interestingly, this would soon become a habit and would integrate with one’s nature. Importantly, this ‘sunny’ trait in one’s temperament would be infective and all- pervading. Suddenly people at large, would love your company … and, who doesn’t like appreciation? So in turn, one would feel the glow within. However, it is of utmost importance to realize at this stage that the change around has

actually come from a reinvention of self and the credit for this should rightfully be personal and singular. Alleviate Fear, Discover Your Nascent Self Conquest of fear, whether real or imaginary, whether tangible or intangible, is one of the major causes of loss of self motivation. A steady and intense conversation with self can slowly alleviate this fear or at least help to handle it reasonably. Low self-confidence and lack of self-drive isn’t a life sentence, permanent and irreparable. Self-confidence can be learned, practiced, and mastered gradually and steadily till it integrates itself with your nascent personality - just like any other skill. Once you master it, everything in your life will change for the better, because it radically changes how you look at life. Optimism and self motivation are enmeshed and are two prominent facets of a ‘complete’ person. Do we look around for icons? Do we replicate what they have done? Is it a fixed formula for motivating oneself? Not at all. Rather, look within and discover the magic of self-fulfillment by the correct and convenient congruence of the ‘inner you’ and the ‘outer you’. You can do it, it is in your own hands and within your own reach. “Trust yourself. Create the kind of self that you will be happy to live with all your life. Make the most of yourself by fanning the tiny, inner sparks of possibility into flames of achievement.” Golda Meir. [The author is Dr. Jyoti D.Vora, M.Sc, Ph.D, F.S.Sc., MASFFBC, Head, Department of Biochemistry and Food Science and Quality Control, Ramnarain Ruia College, Mumbai]

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PROFILE

Zenith Industrial Products: The industrial fastner expert Mr. Deepesh R. Sheth - Proprietor Zenith Industrial Products

enith Industrial Products (ZIP) is a leading manufacturer & supplier of industrial fasteners in India. It was established in July 2000 by Mr. Deepesh R Sheth. He got trained under his Father Mr Rajnikant P Sheth who has got experience of more than 40 years in this field. He owned companies named as, Precision Industrial Components and Forged & Turned Components from 1967 till 1999 which were a substitute to quality fasteners. Following the principles set by his father and keeping up the same goodwill amongst the customers Mr Deepesh started his Company aiming to provide Quality fasteners at a competitive price in the shortest possible time. At present ZIP is engaged in mfg & supply of Standard & Non Standard Fasteners for all types of Industries. The product range of ZIP includes BOLT, NUT, STUD & SOCKET SCREWS:Any type of Bolt, Hex, Round, Sq head, Rectangular hd, Sq neck Carriage bolt, N/B Bolt, Coach Bolt, Eye Bolt. Hex Socket head Allen Bolt, Hex Socket & Slotted type Grub Sc., Plunger sc., BSP, BSPT, NPT, NPTF, Hex Socket type, Hex hd., Sq. hd., Tapper plug, Hex hd. Plug, Collar / Washers Faced & Allen plug stud, Steeped, Full thread, Tie road & Spindle. Hex nut, Lock, Dome, Nylock, Weld, Flanged Nut, Sq nut, T – nut, Slotted nut, Wing nut, Eye nut, Clinch nut, Rivet nut, Long nut, etc. SCREWS, RIVET & SHEET METAL WASHERS & OTHER COMPONENTS & PINS:- Philips Star punch & Slotted type machine screws, Pan hd., CSK, Round, Truss, Mashrum hd., Washers Faced Flanged type, Hex hd., small hd., Cheese sc., Captive sc., Long size sc., Partly

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threaded sc., Shim sc., Terminal sc., Self Tapping sc (type B – AB – BT cut and drill point), Rivet round hd, CSK hd, Flat hd solid & Hollow type, & Steel rivets. Plain punched flat washers, Machine washers, Tapper washers, Sq & Flat Spring washers, Star washers, Disk Fan washers, Wave washers, Push on Washers, Bearing washers, Disk Spring washers, Spring Dowel pin, Tapper pin, Solid Dowel pin, Grooved pin, Ext & Int Threaded pin, Cotter pin, etc.

STANDARD REFERENCE These fasteners are available as per latest standards like ISO, IS, BS, DIN, JIS, ASTM, GOST, etc & non standard items as per drawing or samples of customers.

THREADS Metric std MM threads in Coarse & Fine Pitch, British Std BSW & BSF type, American Std UNC & UNF type, Pipe threads BSP, BSPT, NPT & NPTF type, BA Threads, No. 4 to No. 12 UNC & UNF threads, Self Tapping threads No. 2 to No. 14 type.

MATERIAL & GRADE Mild Steel – 4.6 Grade / Case Hardened, EN 8, EN 8D, 8.8 Grade, EN 19, 10.9 Grade / 12.9 Grade, EN 24, 12.9 Gr, Stainless Steel (SS) 410, 202, 302, 303, 304, 310, 316, 304L & 316L, Brass, Copper, Aluminum, Phosphor Bronze, Spring Steel, Titanium, etc.

Chrome, Blackodising, Phosphating, Natural Finish or Self Colour. For SS items Electro Polishing or Buffing, etc

APPLICATION All these Fasteners are used for various applications for general purpose, maintenance work or as a specific engineering part. Generally these are used in Machine Tools, Light, Medium & Heavy Engineering Industries, Material Handling Equipments, Automobiles, Textile Machineries, Pharmaceutical Machineries, Home Appliances, Hydraulic & Pneumatic Parts, Pumps & Valves, Electrical, Electronics, Computers, Instrumentation, Automation, Switchgear & Telecom Products, Mono Blocks, Motors, Gears, Plastic Injection Moulding Machineries, Dies & Tools, Roofing, Aluminum Section Framing & Fixing, Scaffoldings, Earth Moving & Agriculture Machineries, Crain, Rubber Industries, Cement, Chemical, Fertilizers & Sugar Machinery Plants, etc. Quality product at a competitive price in a shortest possible time is a key factor for any successful Business. At ZIP above rule is of prime importance and hence there is NO COMPROMISE in quality of any product supplied to customers by ZIP. With such a vast product range & adherence to global quality standards have made ZIP more popular amongst the OEM’s as a ONE STOP SHOP for most of their fastener requirement.

FINISHING Zinc Platted with Silver, Blue, Yellow or Olive Green Passivation, Copper Zinc, Trivalent Zinc, Cadmium, Nickel, Nickel

For more information ZENITH INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS Web: www.zip-india.com

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Technology approach to water management for Smart Cities Water is essential for life but is finite and therefore precious. Serving pure and potable water to the dense populations in proposed Smart Cities in India, is a challenging task.

Mr. K. Ashok Natarajan - CEO Tamil Nadu Water Investment Company Ltd. Ashok Natarajan is a Bachelor of Engineering and a Post-graduate in Management. He specializes in water management and has been involved with Indian electric and water utilities for the past 35 years. His company Tamilnadu Water Investment Company Limited (TWIC) is a joint venture between the Government of Tamil Nadu and Infrastructure Leasing & Financial Limited (IL&FS). TWIC has been in the forefront of a number of initiatives both in the urban water sector as well as treatment and management.

ater is essential for life but is finite and therefore precious. Serving pure and potable water to the dense populations in proposed Smart Cities in India is a challenging task. By now it is widely accepted in India that 24x7 (continuous) supply is the preferred way forward for Smart Cities, with such supply being more hygienic (better water quality), more cost effective (less leakage & breakdowns, less investment by consumer) and more productive for the consumer. At present attempts towards 24x7 have brought forward a multitude of problems facing the utility; bringing the realisation that 24x7 could only happen if both the distribution network and the Utility itself underwent a transformation and the Utility

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deployed contemporary technologies to manage water. Current practice to address this transformation is the use of tender procedures to select an EPC to rehabilitate and subsequently operate a pilot zone, with the objective of extending a successful implementation to the remaining city. This approach is often met with an outcry from parts of the public and stakeholder organisations with arguments that are sometimes justified and sometimes not. Rehabilitation is currently the perceived way forward to transformation of the distribution network whilst Operation by a Water Operator is the perceived way forward to transformation of Utility management. The author recently attended the conference on ‘NRW and Pipe Condition Assessment’ under invitation from Asia Water loss at Malaysia and presented a paper on Challenges in going in for 24x7 water supply in India. The paper was well received and helped the CEO to interact with Utilities having best practices in Asia and was able to understand the latest technologies being deployed. The two day conference concluded with a one day practical NRW workshop on Pipeline Condition Assessment. The NRW management includes the following and some of these technologies are being piloted in TN by Tamil Nadu Water Investment Company: • Strategy development • GIS and Network Modelling • NRW Monitoring system and control room • DMZ establishment • Installation works • Network Operations & Management • Customer service & Operations Centre • Leakage detection and repairs • Flow balancing and Pressure Management • Asset Maintenance – Pipe condition

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assessment , CCTV assessment Latest software vendors, NRW service providers, equipment , accessories and meter manufacturers

New Technologies and Application that can be used in India for Smart Cities: • Understanding when a water or sewerage pipe is expected to fail has become very popular especially in Singapore and other Asian countries due to high cost of rehabilitation. New technology was demonstrated on how to manage risks from traditional approach in replacing pipes to understanding and addressing by simple sounding technology and fitting decay curve of pipes. • Smart Ball leak detection technology has been used in Malaysia and Manila wherein a smart ball is inserted and travels with water flow for 12 hours and collects information and this can detect even pinhole leaks. An Asset management tool which has been deployed in South Africa whose system was very similar to India earlier and now everything is running on continuous water system • A new devise for pipe scan technology has been successfully deployed in Asia whereby inserting a fibre optic cable with scanner, complete analysis of pipework, wall thickness of pipes and location of vulnerability can be zeroed including joint condition of pipes This paper looks at suggested practices by deployment of technologies available for efficient water management for proposed Smart Cities that are essential for effective water management, with the intention that some of these measures be introduced in current practices to limit risks and provide more options to the Utility about future operation for Smart Cities.

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Ceramic Coatings in Machine Tool Industry By P T Bindagi, Technical Director, Spraymet Surface Technologies Pvt. Ltd. , Bangalore

achine Tool Industry has undergone major developments in providing longer lasting life to spindles , arbors and bearings. Ceramic coatings by Plasma spray process have been in use since 1960 in many industries. Since last decade this process and ceramic coatings are used to provide hard surfaces to seal areas of spindles, contact faces of arbors and electrical and heat insulation to bearings. Apart from OEM level coatings, many user industries are using ceramic coating for refurbishing of spindles and other machine tool parts.

Coating selection

WHAT IS PLASMA SPRAY? The plasma spray gun comprises a copper anode and tungsten cathode, both of which are water cooled. Pressurised plasma gas (argonor nitrogen with hydrogen 15% as secondary gas) flows through the anode and passes the anode. The plasma arc is initiated by a high voltage discharge between anode and cathode which causes localized ionisation. The resultant heating from the arc causes the gas to reach extreme temperatures, dissociate and ionise to form a PLASMA. Plasma arc ( flame) extends down the nozzlewith temp upto 15000 deg C and velocity upto 600 mts/sec. Fine Powder is fed into the plasma flame through an external powder port mounted near the anode nozzle exit. The powder softens and hits the target( grit blasted job) in semi molten state with high velocities creating well bonded and dense coating.

Plasma sprayed Ceramic-coating on spindles and other machine tool parts (best-suitable for parts and areas that require wear and corrosion resistance) Tipycal Base material of spindles/Arbor high carbon chromium bearing steel (SUJ2) chrome molybdenum steel (SCM415, 435) carbon steel for machinery (S45C) martensite stainless steel (equivalent to SUS440C )austenite stainless steel (SUS303, 304)steel alloy for tools (SKS3, SK4) aluminum chrome molybdenum steel (SACM645)

Choice of ceramic Coatings Chromium Oxide( Black) : 72 Rc Very hard and low on impact Alluminum Oxide( white) : 62 Rc Good wear and thermal and electrical insulation Al oxide + TiO2 ( Grey/Black) 58Rc Widely used as it is easy to grind and less brittle and takes high finish ( 0.2 Ra)

Ceramic coating on New spindle or refurbish + coating procedure :

Under cut the diameter to be coated

Normally 0.4 mm on dia

Grit blast the surface

Get Clean rough texture

Plasma spray ceramic coating

To required thickness + Grinding stock

Finish by diamond grinding and super finishing

To required size and finish Upto 0. 1Ra finish can be achieved

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Spindle bearing/seal area/parts coated with ceramics - Picture courtesy: Unionchemnitz

Arbor & sleeve ceramic coated â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Al Oxide = Tio2

Split Babbitt or bronze bearing Thermal sprayed/ machined

Typical spray materials used with Plasma Spray Metals and its alloys : Steels, Ni alloys, Co alloys, Moly, bronze, copper, Babbitt, etc. Ceramics: Chromium Oxide, Aluminum Oxide, Al Oxide + TiO2 , ZrO2 , etc. Carbides: Tungsten carbide, Chromium carbide, TiC Hardness range of coatings: From SOFT 60 Rb( Bronze) to HARD 70 Rc ( tungsten carbide.) BENEFITS OF PLASMA SPRAYED CERAMIC OVER HARD CHROME Environmental: Less hazardous as there is no Hexavalent chrome involved Dust disposal easier than bath liquid. Performance: 3-4 times wear resistance than Hardchrome Micro porosity holds lubricationSelective area coating is possible Higher thickness upto 300 microns per side is possible Limitations : Ceramics are brittle & to be handled carefully Process not as widely available as hardchrome

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The Welding Scenario in India By Prof. R. Sreedaran

elding is an art of joining metals by fusion using science and engineering for manufacture of articles of utility for all purposes. Articles weighing a few grams to a few tons can be fabricated by welding. All major industries such as steel, sugar, chemical, fertilizer, cement, automobiles, railways, shipping, agriculture, petrochemical, construction and infrastructure lean heavily on welding as a process for manufacture of process equipment and/ or construction of plants and projects. India is poised to scale new heights in high-tech manufacturing in which welding plays a pivotal role. This article portrays the present and the future picture of welding in India. Introduction India is the third largest steel producing country in the world (Ref1). Around 2 - 3% of steel is used for welding consumables and related applications. In the early years after Independence there were very few companies interested in

manufacturing welding consumables indigenously. With very few players, it was more a monopoly business and had a limited growth. Today there are over 15 major players who make more than 500 tons a month and over 300 units in small scale industries make reasonably good electrodes. The latest developments in welding industry in India are metal-cored wire, flux-cored wire, and special electrodes of alloys, super alloys, etc. Welding plays an important role in the production and fabrication of all kinds of equipment for all segments of the industry. India has a good population of welders and welding related personnel - Welders of special skills, and having received advanced training. They are working in shipbuilding, aerospace industries, nuclear power plants, refineries, chemical, automobile, steel, sugar, cement industries and space research programs, marine applications, etc. India is poised for a GDP growth of 7.5%. This requires a vast number of quality welding personnel. An estimated requirement of human resources by the end of 2020 for Indian industries is shown below. This is in addition to the existing manpower. Additional Welding Human Resources Required (Projected Figures) By End-2020 (Ref .2) Skilled.. 2,00,000 Semi-skilled .. 1,50,000 Special Skilled .. 50,000 Welders Trainers & Supervisors -50,000 Welding Engineers .. 10,000 (Graduates) Quality Control Personnel .. 10,000

Women Empowerment : S. Padmini and S. Mary Flower, welder and fitter working in the main assembly section of Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Chennai. Pic. Courtesy : ICF

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Research and Development For R & D in welding, the minimum number of research chemists, metallurgists & engineers needed are

Satellites and spaceships involve critical welding of various components Pic. Courtesy: ISRO around 10,000 by the year 2020. This includes personnel from Metallurgical, Mechanical, Electrical, Robotics and other disciplines. Welding in India is going to be more productive and automated than the earlier days. The scope is more to take care of the social responsibility of generating more employment and taking care of progress. More importance will be given to safety aspect as well. Automation and multipurpose automation will become a part of all welding and fabrication systems. Industrial survey report shows that multipurpose robots sold in India is around 2,600 in the year 2015. This is bound to increase to 6000 in the year 2016 (Ref.3). A steady growth in the industry will lead to more automation and the above figure may go up to 10000. It is to be noted that the population of robotics in India is around 2%. When compared to China we are

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Mechanised hand hole to dished end welding for boiler application Pic. Courtesy : BHEL WRI very much lagging behind. However, recent changes and positive approach of the industries and Government may change this status. Important Considerations Research and Development plays a major role in the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s progress along with education. The research should be more on developing new processes and new electrodes, and special alloy electrodes for future applications. Additional care should be taken for safety and health concern and environmental conditions. Development of high strength electrodes and high deposition electrodes are important with respect to nuclear, aerospace, defense applications and should be capable of working both at elevated and subzero temperature conditions. Special codes and specifications and testing methods should be developed taking into considerations Indian conditions instead of following other countriesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; specifications. Introduction of advanced and dynamic technology

All-welded Storage Silos Pic. Courtesy: Amul, Anand

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should accompany with the introduction of latest equipment. There should be a provision for introducing new skills along with these equipment to all relevant personnel. Mobile communications and remote control with video recording and monitoring should be made compulsory for all critical applications of welding. Present Scenario Welding is more dynamic than any other industries. Nuclear Power generation becomes the most important source of power for the future, as it is cleaner and affordable if all safety measures, precautions and care are taken in the design of the same. The manufacturing of equipment for nuclear power plants requires very close tolerance, highly skilled personnel and very clean environment. Larsen &Toubro has achieved this special kind of welding and fabrication methods. They have their own school for training

and upgrading the skill of welding personnel. (Ref.4) BHEL, BHPV have developed special welding processes and skills for boiler plant manufacturing and has contributed maximum to the fabrication and welding education and related fields of activities. Welding Research Institute of BHEL has developed many special processes and electrodes for various special applications including equipment (Ref5). Ador Welding is also in the forefront of welding technology, developing customized welding products and systems also for automated welding. The company claims to have trained over 1,00,000 welding personnel in its Welding Academy for the past 40 years. ISRO has developed indigenous fabrication systems and developed industries to cater to the needs of Indian space mission. Shipyards like Cochin and Vizag have contributed to the growth of advanced fabrication techniques. Various defense establishments and research institutes, including HAL have developed special fabrication techniques. Integral Coach Factory of Indian Railways has shown the empowerment of woman in welding and fabrication. Automobile and Agricultural industries have developed many interesting fabricating techniques. Chemical industry and Refineries have also contributed substantially towards advancement of welding technology.

A Special Railcoach fabricated at RCF, Perambur

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Nuclear Equipment Pic. Courtesy : Larsen & Toubro Special Process Vessel - Pic. Courtesy: BHPV R & D for the Future The Indian welding industry has to focus on the following developmental aspects: a. Metal cored wire with high deposition efficiency b. Flux-cored wire with better performance c. Automation equipment for SAW wires. d. Special alloy welding electrodes for wear resistant plates e. Special aspect of quality control training with zero defect f. Educational Improvement with respect to special skill training, graduate and post graduate courses with special emphasis on practical applications g. Research and development activities harnessing progressive methods by absorbing the latest technology h. Specialized field research unit for space, nuclear and defense applications â&#x20AC;&#x201C; developing welding electrodes with high strength to suit high altitude and low temperature applications Development of special alloys and steels i. Improving the standard of welding education in India.

Pic. Courtesy: Godrej / ISRO Godrej Space programmes

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Conclusion The author thanks all the organizations referred here for sharing valuable insights related to their R & D and production for the benefit of all concerned. He also thanks all industries

Welder performing overhead welding on pipe during a training session

A view of Under Frame of a railcoach being assembled at the main assembly shell at Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Chennai and agencies for providing interesting images of critical applications. References: 1. The Economic Times dated March 22nd 2015 2. Information collected from manpower sources development programs 3. IFR - International Federation of Robotics. 4. Larsen &Toubro Literature on Welding 5. Welding Research Institute (BHEL) 6. Godrej Aero Space Research Literature 7. Indian Railways Information on ICF.

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FCRI’s large water flow lab – The largest in the world By P.K Suresh

he Water Flow Laboratory, established in 1989, has been providing technical consultancy, research, training, testing and calibration in flow measurement for our clients across the globe. Activities of water flow laboratory are centered on calibration and testing of flow products including flow meters, valves, water meters, pumps, water conveyance pipe and fire fighting equipment with water as medium of calibration/testing. The static gravimetric method as per ISO 4185 is adopted here for the measurement of flow rate. The Water Flow Laboratory has two divisions viz. the 600 mm Water Flow Laboratory and the 100 mm Water Flow Laboratory. The flow meters are calibrated to the highest accuracy by weighing the quantity of water that passes through the meter during a known time interval. The laboratory is designed to handle a maximum flow rate of 4500 m3/h and a maximum pressure of 3 bar. Pipes upto 900 mm NB diameter can be accommodated in the system. The test rig has different test lines sizes up to 900 mm NB and the laboratory is capable of extending the line size upto 1200 mm. A large underground sump of 370 m3

capacity is used to store the required water. The test rig is supplied with water at constant head from an overhead tank of 50 m3 capacity and 18 m head. During operation the constant head tank (CHT) is continuously overflowed using different low pressure pumps, which can be selected according to the requirement of the test meter. Weighing tanks of capacities 30 kg, 300 kg, 2000 kg and 20000 kg are made available

for the flow measurement. Diverter systems are used to divert the flow to the weighing tank for an accurately measured time period (flying start and stop method). The mass measurement is by high precision electronic balance/load cell. Time is measured using universal counter which is triggered by a photo switch connected to the diverter system. A set of high precision differential pressure transmitters are available for the

Brief Specifications of the Water Flow Laboratory Max. Flow Rate (m3/h)

Measurement Uncertainty

Max. Size In Mass Flow rate

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In Volume Flow rate

±0.04%(Upto 250 T/h) ±0.05 % (Up to 200 m3/h) ±0.10%(300 to 1800 T/h) ±0.10 % (200 to 2500 m3/h) ±0.15 % (2500 to 4500 m3/h)

In Total Volume

In Total mass

±0.05 % (Up to 20 m3)

±0.01 % (0 to 2000 kg) ±0.025 % (2000 to 20000 kg)

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TECH TRENDS measurement of differential pressure. Resistance temperature detectors are used to measure the water temperature. The density of water at flowing condition is measured using an online density meter. Together with measurement of density at the moment of each diversion enables mass readings, after correction for buoyancy, to be converted into volume. The volume is divided by the respective diversion time to obtain accurate measurement of flow rate. The laboratory has been accredited by National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL) and certified by GCAS for ISO 9001. International Inter-comparisons Water Flow Laboratory has conducted inter laboratory comparisons with International laboratories like Delft Hydraulics - Netherlands, National Engineering Laboratory - United Kingdom and proved that the FCRI results are well comparable with International flow measurement systems. Recently water flow laboratory has conducted an Inter comparison with Czech Metrology Institute(CMI) as part of Bilateral Inter Laboratory comparison (BILC) and CMI has certified FCRI. Special tests Validation of Flow Nozzle assembly as per PTC 6 Standard In order to conduct the turbine acceptance tests, the accurate determination of primary flow is necessary to compute turbine heat rate or steam rate. All known errors must be reduced so that their individual effect is less than 0.05% of the primary flow to be measured. Excellent results have been obtained using low-beta-ratio throattap nozzles, and, for this reason, PTC6 code recommends to use a calibrated low beta flow nozzle for turbine testing. Experience shows that the coefficient of discharge for a particular flow section cannot be satisfactorily predicted to meet Code uncertainty objectives, and, therefore, it is necessary to calibrate each

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flow section. At FCRI, calibration can be undertaken in a similar Reynolds number to those in the actual installation. The physical construction of the piping in the calibrating setup will be similar to that in the test setup from the standpoint of pipe configuration, immediately upstream and downstream of the flow-measuring section. Reynolds number in the range of 4 million can be achieved at our facility. The calibration consists of at least 20 acceptable points over a wide range of Reynolds numbers. All four tap sets need to be calibrated individually. In the turbine test, the two tap sets that most closely comply with the calibration criteria mentioned in the PTC6 code will be chosen. Many Indian and overseas customers are utilizing FCRI facility for the calibration of their PTC6 flow nozzles. Laboratory Proving of Compact Provers Water draw calibration of Compact Prover, Pycnometry and meter proving can be conducted, as per API MPMS at the laboratory. The Base Volume of the compact prover will be established by water draw method. The prover will be then installed at site for the proving of custody transfer flow meters. The Many other tests which are customized as per customer requirements are also conducted in the water flow laboratory. This laboratory is tailor made for the calibration of Coriolis mass flow meters with highest accuracy in the country. Compact Prover under water draw calibration

CENTRE FOR WATER MANAGEMENT

Centre for water management (CWM) is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment used for evaluation of flow product, mainly domestic and bulk water meters. CWM offers different kinds of services like flow product assessment, in-situ measurement/calibrations, analysis/design and consultancy service related to flow problems especially in water distribution networks, surge, etc. to various sectors. In this facility, accurate measurement of flow in terms of volume is determined by gravimetric system. A flow rate up to 300 m3/hr, through 150 mm pipeline, can be achieved in the laboratory with overall uncertainty in volume better than 0.03 %. Assistance is being offered to different water Utilities during bulk purchase of water meters. A Model approval program is launched to help the manufacturers to improve the quality of their meters. Details of models passed the endurance test will be made available in FCRI website. This is expected to help water boards to verify the models submitted by suppliers and proceed with quick purchase with acceptance tests on randomly sampled meters and applying the prescribed acceptance criteria. Water Meter Testing Around 3000 water meters of various

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sizes are tested at CWM every year. The test facility is accredited by NABL and recognized by Bureau of Indian Standards. Testing of water meters of all sizes are conducted as per Indian and International standards. Tests include Hydrostatic Pressure Test, Accuracy Test, Pressure Loss Test, Temperature suitability Test and Endurance Test (continuous and discontinuous flow test). Most of the water boards in India insist endurance tests and acceptance tests at FCRI during their bulk purchase of meters. This has ensured reasonable life for meters in the

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field and has yielded substantial increase in the revenue of water boards. In-situ calibration of large flow meters In-situ calibration of flow meters is necessary mainly due to the difficulty in dismantling the flow meters from the installed location. It is also difficult to make installations similar to site conditions in the laboratory. In these situations calibration is carried out at the installed condition at site. An insertion type turbine flow meter is used in in-situ calibrations. This turbine flow

meter is inserted into the pipe through 3 inch tapping and traversed across the pipe. Velocity measurements are taken at different pre-defined locations in the diagonal. Similar observations are repeated in different diagonals and the discharge is computed. Then the discharge is compared with the readings from the flow meter under calibration. In-situ calibration service is provided to various transmission lines of water boards, cooling water circuits of power plants, raw water pumping lines to refineries, etc. Using the insertion-type turbine flow meter, calibrations/ discharge measurements were successfully carried out in pipelines up to a diameter of 3000 mm. Services offered • Analysis, simulation and design of drinking water distribution systems • Performance evaluation and augmentation of networks for firefighting systems • Surge analysis of transmission systems for major cities • Root cause analysis of pipe breaks and implementation of remedial measures • Setting-up of test facility for water meters and other flow products • Assessment of flow product test facilities for various flow product manufacturers and water boards • Bulk procurement of water meters by various water boards • In-situ flow measurement & calibration done • Flow measurement in large dia. pipes

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Highest degree of variability. For each application purpose.

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up to 3000mm Field efficiency Test of hydro-electric turbines up to 250MW Surge pressure measurement in transmission mains Flow measurement using nonconventional techniques like tracer dilution method, Gibson method etc. Performance evaluation of cooling water systems Measurement in open channels Assessment of calibration and testing facilities for flow products Training for professionals from water boards, consultants and manufacturers

LARGE WATER FLOW LAB The Largest & Unique Water flow Calibration/ Testing laboratory in the

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World was established at FCRI in the year 2012. For meeting the demand of Manufacturer/user industries in connection with calibration/testing of large sized flow meters/ control valves with high accuracy. The laboratory is designed for a maximum pipe diameter of 2000 mm and maximum flow rate of 15000 m3/h with an uncertainty of ± 0.5 %. Major sectors/plants availing the laboratory facility • Water treatment & desalination plant • Irrigation and hydrology departments • Power plant • Sewage plant • Integrated urban water management • Drinking water and sanitation authority

• Petrochemical industries and refineries 600 mm Wafer Check Valve under test Apart from flow meters calibration and valve testing, the laboratory can also take up performance testing of pumps and turbines. The laboratory consists of an underground water sump of capacity 3000 m3 on which 5 Vertical Turbine pumps are erected. The Pumps are of rating 110 kw, 200 kw, 295 kw, 395 kw, & 485 kw and are used in combinations to meet the wide flow range requirements. Four Electromagnetic flow meters are operated in parallel as reference flow meters. The major specifications of this facility are as under: 1. Flow Medium: Water 2. Maximum flow rate: 15000 m3/h 3. Head : 20 m of Water Column 4. Pipe Line Size (Max.) : 2000 mm (Design ) 5. Sump Dimensions : 50m long x 8m wide x 7.5m deep 6. Type of Flow : Direct Pumping 7. Pumps Type: Vertical turbine 8. Type of Drive: Electrical Motor 9. Power : DG Sets, 1250 KVA (2 No.s) 10. Uncertainty : +/- 0.5 %

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Dürkopp Adler AG capturing global market with the help of HAAS Machines

ased near Hannover is Haas Automation customer, Dürkopp Adler AG, well known manufacturer of industrial sewing machines. As well as its facility in Germany, the company has another two manufacturing plants: there’s one in Minerva, in the Czech Republic, and one in Romania. Under increasing competitive pressure from the Far East, Dürkopp Adler is undergoing a long-term restructuring and retooling programme, including standardizing most its CNC machine tools and machining operations. Frank-Michael Kuhnt – Group Head of Production, Sales and Logistics: We are competing with manufacturers based in China and the Far East, but we want to keep as much of our production as possible in Germany. So, our aim is to ensure all manufacturing operations can be controlled and monitored closely from here, in Bielefeld. For example, one centralized server will share all programmes and CAD drawings, etc., and all machining and production data will be presented in real-time. The business in Minerva employs seventeen Haas CNC machines, supported by local Haas Factory Outlet, Teximp. The factory in Biefel, which also houses the company’s business and marketing teams, has four Haas CNC machine tools, supported by HFO ARO-tec.

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Currently there are only Haas vertical machining centres at this plant. We have a Haas EC-400, for when we need to use more tools – the machine has 72, and when we need to reduce set-up times for a part. We have a similar machine doing similar jobs at our Romania factory. Batch sizes can be anything from 10 – 1000 off. But, there are 15,000 different parts, most of which need 4-axes to machine, so we also use Haas CNC rotary tables. We group parts in families, so it’s quick and easy to assign parts to machines. The standard table on our Haas VF-6 vertical machining centre is big enough that we can easily mount three fixtures.

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focus on Haas. They’re such good value we easily earn back in time savings what we invest. We’re particularly interested in the latest Haas turning centres, as they can provide affordable Y-axis and live tooling. On all Haas machines, stability is excellent. This matters a lot for the parts we make, as they’re so small and tolerances are tight. Our intention is to machine all the critical steel parts here in Germany; probably 60-70,000 parts a year. However, where we used to employ 3000 people, locally, we now only have 250, so productivity is the issue. Investing in Haas means we can move away from complex, expensive machines, which are no longer cost-effective. When we make healthy profits, we can continue to invest. We use it mostly for small quantities of a part – it’s quick to set-up. Many of our Haas machines are considerably more than 10-years old. However, the older machines are still going strong and have served us very well. Of course, we get much better production with the

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newer Haas machines – probably 20-30% better, so our aim is to replace them all, eventually. We have a very thorough strategy for the next 4 years, taking the company to 2020. Part of the plan is to standardize machine types as much as possible – to

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JUNKER Group exhibits new technologies at the GrindTec

he grinding technology world comes together at the GrindTec in Augsburg, Germany from March 16 - 19, 2016. The JUNKER Group will be exhibiting a wide range of new technologies under its JUNKER, ZEMA and LTA brands at booth 5003 in Hall 5: JUNKER will be demonstrating grinding operations on tool blanks, ZEMA will be presenting a cylindrical grinding machine for shaft grinding and LTA will complete the Group’s presentation with a vast array of innovative filtration solutions. Consistent quality during the cylindrical grinding of tool blanks The JUNKER Lean Selection speed is able to realize several grinding operations on tool blanks in a single clamping set-up. One or two high-performance grinding spindles, mounted at the swivel-action wheelhead (B axis), work using the QUICKPOINT grinding method. An integrated loading system ensures short loading times. First-class shaft grinding At this year’s GrindTec, ZEMA will showcase its NUMERIKA GH 1000 live in action. This durable cylindrical grinding machine, with its hydrostatic X and Z axis and hydrostatically mounted grinding spindle, is ideally suited for a wide workpiece spectrum in the automotive industry such as crank, rotor or transmission shafts. In addition, the operating element of the GH 1000 is extremely simple and convenient to use. Filtration technology to the highest standard Filtration solution specialist LTA Lufttechnik GmbH will be on the booth demonstrating the separation of oil/emulsion mist and fume particles using electrostatic and mechanical filter models, and also explaining the possible application of safety / fire protection components and the associated

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The JUNKER Group was also present at the last GrindTec to unveil a range of innovations to the grinding industry

At the JUNKER Group booth, visitors will be able to witness a number of live demonstrations of grinding applications, including the grinding of a step drill blank made of carbide pipe systems. The JUNKER Group The companies which make up the JUNKER Group develop, produce and sell precision grinding machines for the metalworking industry, as well as air filters for industrial air purification. A workforce totaling 1400 employees is active the world over working to secure the success of the JUNKER, ZEMA and LTA brands. JUNKER has been instrumental in shaping today’s grinding industry with high-speed grinding machines and ground-breaking inventions since 1962.

Today, JUNKER is the world market leader in the manufacture of CBN grinding machines. Another focus will be corundum grinding. The application scope of JUNKER grinding machines ranges from crankshafts to twist drills. The Group’s customers are located wherever ultra-precise metal grinding is vital currently predominantly in the automotive engineering and tool industries. ZEMA was founded as long ago as 1953, employs a team of over 80, and produces CNC grinding machines with corundum grinding wheels. The traditional Brazilian company has sophisticated solutions for grinding with corundum, e.g. for machining the flange and journal on crankshafts or transmission, turbocharger and cardan shafts. Customers can primarily be found in the vehicle and tool construction sectors. ZEMA has been part of the JUNKER Group since February 2015 and uses the Group’s worldwide sales and service network accordingly. LTA Lufttechnik GmbH is a technological leader in filtration solutions. The air flow specialists research, develop and manufacture filtration systems for industrial air purification. For more information Web: www.junker.in

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Next generation of Mastercam released for global public testing

he next generation of Mastercam, named Mastercam 2017, has a Public Beta now open to all currently maintained Mastercam customers. Shops all over the world, from small job shops to Fortune 100, get a chance to test Mastercam 2017 before it is released and provide valuable feedback that helps shape the final product. Participants in the Public Beta get an early look at the new streamlined workflow and optimized interface that Mastercam 2017 delivers, along with dozens of powerful new tools for simple to complex jobs.

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Expanded CAD for CAM delivers more practical design tools for shop-floor programmers. Mastercam 2017 speeds design for items such as molds and electrode tools, offers auto-repair on imported solids, and improves current tools such as Solid Disassemble. New Maximum Stock Engagement option for 3D HST Finishing toolpaths allows you to select a previously made stock model and set the maximum amount of depth so that you can limit how deeply the cutter engages uncut material. Powerful Multiaxis enhancements include optimized Multiaxis Drill, with stock model recognition for depth and top of stock purposes. Additionally, the various ways of selecting stock have been updated to have consistent workflow and selection methods. Lathe enhancements such as the new Align Solid Body which simplifies the process of aligning solid models for turning. Chip Break has a new option and a dialog box has been added to the Lathe Rough and Lathe Contour Rough toolpaths to establish when chip breaks occur.

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Overall streamlined workflow with improved plane management, level and geometry control, viewsheets, chaining and more. The new Analyze Toolpath feature further improves workflow by displaying useful information when you hover over a toolpath section.

For more information on Mastercam’s Beta release, please visit http://www.mastercam. com/en-us/Public-Beta About Mastercam Developed by CNC Software, Inc., Mastercam is Windows®-based CAD/CAM software for 2- through 5-axis routing, milling and turning, 2- and 4-axis wire EDM, 2D and 3D design, surface and solid modeling, and Swiss machining. Privately owned and founded in 1983, CNC Software provides CAD/CAM solutions to more than 211,000 installations in 75 countries in industries including moldmaking, prototyping, automotive, medical, aerospace, consumer products, and much more.

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The Future of Maintenance is Here! - How advances in technology are changing the Maintenance landscape failure. PPM also provides the framework for all planned maintenance activity, including the generation of planned work orders to correct potential problems identified by inspection. The result is a proactive (rather than a reactive) environment, optimizing equipment performance and life.

What can PPM deliver Properly developed PPM programs are engineered efforts, which optimize the relationship between equipment ownership and operating profits by balancing cost of maintenance with cost of equipment failure, and associated production losses.

hile maintenance practices are part & parcel of every industry and have evolved rapidly over the last few years, recent advances in technology are helping take the next giant leap. However, quality of maintenance practices is gaining attention given the focus on operational efficiencies and cost. Let us understand this.

What are the guiding principle of Preventive & Predictive Maintenance (PPM)? PPM is the regular and systematic application of engineering knowledge and maintenance attention to equipment and facilities. This ensures their proper functionality and reduces their rate of deterioration. In addition to dedicated engineering, PPM encompasses regular examination, inspection, lubrication, testing and adjustments of equipment without prior knowledge of equipment

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Equipment ownership cost is a function of three factors • Purchase price • Equipment life and • Maintenance cost • …where Maintenance Cost = Material and labor cost required to repair the item + Cost of preventive maintenance to avoid repairs +Cost of lost production while the unit is out of service for repairs. PPM includes actions which extend the life of equipment and avoid unnecessary failures by substituting selective programmed effort for “fix it when it fails” maintenance.

What actions can extend the life of equipment These include - lubrication, cleaning, adjusting and the replacement of minor components like drive belts, gaskets,

filters, etc. Actions that avoid unnecessary failure include timely, consistent equipment inspection and the aggressive use of nondestructive testing techniques such as vibration analysis, infrared testing, oil analysis and other techniques. Predictive maintenance is the complement of preventive maintenance. Through the utilization of various nondestructive testing and measuring techniques, predictive maintenance determines equipment status before a breakdown occurs. With predictive devices currently available, it is incumbent upon maintenance organizations to include the process of predictive maintenance in their maintenance programs.

PPM Is Comprised Of 1. Proper organization 2. Proper operation of equipment 3. The proper lubricants, in the right quantities, in the right location, at the proper time 4. Predicting wear and deterioration by regularly checking, measuring and adjusting a. Regular inspection to identify small repairs before they become major repairs b. Predictive techniques to replace components just before they fail i) Vibration monitoring and analysis ii) Infrared inspection iii) Sound detection iv) Lubrication and oil sampling. v) Etc.

How can latest Technology Help A. Vibration Monitoring and Analysis: Vibration analysis & monitoring helps

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prevent…….. CEM , a global leader in the field of testing & measuring equipments, has launched 3-axis Vibration Data Logger, that is simple to use, easy to carry and extremely easy to program to log the measured data in real time. This data then can be retrieved on a PC for further analysis. This device records shocks and vibration on all three axis’ (X, Y, Z). The data is stored in the built-in 4 MB flash memory for up loading to a computer at a later time. This device uses USB interface to ensure compatibility with your Windows PC. The DT-178A model is engineered to record acceleration data of vibration. It records and times 3-axis vibrations with peaks to provide a history of shock and vibration conditions. It also records the time when free-fall happens. It measures and computes real-time spectral data using an FFT (Fast Fourier Transform) from 0 to 60 Hz.

B. Infra Red Inspection: InfraRed inspection is non-intrusive way to check for any variation in temperatures which helps in precision detection of electrical & mechanical faults. While there are many available in the market, CEM provides both thermal imagers and infra red thermometers for measuring temperature. The unique feature of these is the ability to record and store directly on the PC, thereby making them highly convenient for use. The thermal imagers are the ones that is most widely used in PPM. Thermal imagers allow users to measure temperature in applications where conventional sensors cannot be employed. Specifically, in cases dealing with moving objects (i.e., rollers, moving machinery, or a conveyor belt), or where non-contact measurements are required because of contamination or hazardous reasons (such as high voltage), where distances are too great, or where the temperatures to be measured are too high for thermocouples or other contact sensors. The thermal imagers provide an image, which shows the temperature difference of the object being measured. Hot spots can be seen immediately versus traditional infrared

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guns, which average the area being measured. • Solving Electrical Problems • Detecting Flow of Heat • Checking Thermal Insulation • Lubrication and HVAC • Building Insulation Inspection CEM offers a wide variety of thermal imagers right from 32 x 31 pixels (IR Resolution) all the way up to 384 x 288 pixels (IR Resolution). They have inbuilt visual camera as well for fusion mode measurement. The temperature range covered is up to 400 Degree C. It stores pictures and records video with audio annotation. These can then be used for documentation purpose on software for analytics. The software is provided Free of Cost with almost all the models. The CEM infrared thermometers come with much more than what others provide. Not only can you record and measure the date, but you can also take pictures / videos of the targets, whose temperature is being measured, with date and time stamp. On the picture, the actual reading, and max / min / avg. temperature measured is super-imposed. They also can be used continuously for data recording, over a large period of time.

C. Sound Detection : Sound detection is now gaining popularity owing to the ease of operation and software capability to analyse this data with precision. Once again, CEM offers a range of sound level meters and the sound level data logger. The sound level meters that CEM makes are class 2 complying with IEC61672-1 and can be used for both A & C weighting. The measuring range is available from 30dB to 130dB and has both fast and slow response. The data being measured can be stored on the PC for future analysis. The sound level data logger can store up to 129920 data and conforms to IEC61672-1 CLASS2 for Sound Level Meter. The data is recorded with date and time stamp and can be used for both, A & C Weighting. The data can be transferred to the PC using the USB interface and FFT analysis can be done.

D. Borescoping – Borescoping is like having an eye at the end of a cable. NDT is being able to inspect something without changing the actual structure of what you’re inspecting. You have something that’s small enough to get inside small access areas like a screw hole that brings you inside of a frame. We have technology like articulation so you can navigate a cable through some pretty difficult small areas. With every type of instrument there is for NDT, nothing beats actually being able to see it. Whether it’s a video with a camera, or going more old school with a fiberscope, you see what you need to see. You can get a lot of tools to get you different readings, but in the end nothing beats having somebody looking at it. Once again, CEM has launched a range of Video borescopes. These allow a technician to conduct a visual inspection of an area that otherwise could not be seen with the unaided human eye. For any technician working on complex machinery or equipment, being able to look inside and inspect small or remote internal areas is a huge advantage. When we consider the financial costs and potential loss of life that can occur with the sudden failure of any component or system, becomes not just an advantage but an absolute necessity. For over 21 years, CEM, has been a leading manufacturer of test and measuring instruments. Its team of technical research and development provides industrial design, software design and development and production of hightech instruments. CEM specializes in Infrared Thermometer, Thermal Imagers, Digital Multimeter, Clamp-on Meter, Insulation Tester, Electrical Tester, Light Meter, Sound Level Meter, ThermoAnemometer, Gas Detector, Manometer, Air Particle Counters, Radiation Survey Meters, Video Borescopes and Various measuring instruments. CEM guarantees the quality of all our products with an industry first replacement guarantee on its entire range of products. CEM’s production facility is based out of Shenzhen China and is spread over an area of 30,000.00 square meters. Two

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in-house R & D centers relentlessly work on understanding & gathering customers’ requirements and constantly developing new products that meet the everchanging demand of our customers. More than 1300 employees and five shop

floors ensure we provide prompt and timely delivery to our customers. All our management is organized according to ISO9001. As a result, our products are approved by UL, GS, CE and RoHS. CEM operates from multiple countries

including Germany, US & Russia. CEM is regarded as world leader in high precision and economically viable series of products that are highly appraised and trusted by the users all over the world.

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On-site inspection by photos and videos Image rotation by pressing up and down buttons under video mode Images display with current time and date Single image or video deletion Image and video recording

DT-173 Sound level data logger This Sound Level Data Logger is designed for noise project; quality control; illness prevention and cure and all kinds of environmental sounds measurement. It is applied to the sounds measurement at factory; school; office; traffic access and household, etc.

Display with time and date SD Card (32GB) Flash Card (8GB) Built-in 65M Flash Capacity TV-OUT Video Format (MP4 AVl, 3GP, ASF) Image Photo Format (JPG.JPEG) Languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Turkish • Support operation in dark environment (with four LED lights) • USB charging (Li battery) • USB2.0 connection to computer Detects the inside parts of the machinery which is unviable to check whether the machineryis working normally (cars, heavy machinery) • Put the gooseneck with camera underwater to check the objects in the water (Drainage work) • Used in some special monitoring places, under the cars.

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Accessories Battery, Power Adapter, Mirror, Hook, Magnet, Carrying Case, Instruction manual and Test Certificates. For more information www.cem-instruments.in / www.cem-india.com This unit confirms to the IEC61672-1 CLASS2 for Sound Level Meter. • NORM (Normal) & PEAK mode • Data manage: STORE, REAL TIME • Over Range Indication • A & C Weighting • FAST & SLOW response • Software Calibration • Manual & Automatic start mode

Accessories User Manual, Battery, Windscreen, CD Transparent Cap.

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Dt-178A - VIBRATION DATA LOGGER 3-Axis Vibration DataLogger Accelerometer 4 Mb USB Shock Acceleration Data Logger This is a brand new DT-178A 3-axis vibration datalogger. This device records shocks and vibration on all three axis (X, Y, Z). The data is stored in the built-in 4 Mb flash memory for up loading to a computer at a later time. This device uses USB interface to ensure compatibility with your Windows PC. DT-178A is engineered to record

acceleration data of vibration. It records and times 3-axis vibrations with peaks to provide a history of shock and vibration conditions. It also records the time when freefall happens. It measures and computes real-time spectral data using an FFT (Fast Fourier Transform) from 0 to 60 Hz. This device is compact and portable. It comes with Windows software and battery.

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Records 3-axis shock Comes with built-in accelerometer Measures dynamic and static acceleration Real Time Operation Comes with freefall detection mode Normal & Motion detecion mode Designed to handle real time operation

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INCLUDED ACCESSORIES Instruction Manual, Battery, Windscreen, Transparent Cap, CD, USB Cable, Pedestal For more information www.cem-instruments.in / www.cem-india.com

DT-9873B DT-9873B Professional - Thermal Imager The Thermal Imgaer is handheld imaging camera used for perdictive maintenance, equipment troubleshooting, and verification. Thermal and visual imagers are displayed on the LCD and can be saved to a Micro SD Memory card. Transferring images to a PC is accomplished by removing the SD memory card and connecting it to a PC through the included card reader. In addition to the features mentioned above, the Thermal Imager provide video recording with audio and play back.

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Rollon expand its range of telescopic rails with new profiles and materials The Italian Group expands its offering with complementary products such as stainless steel and aluminium telescopic rails, able to provide up to 200% overextension.

ew products offered to expand its range of complementary solutions: with the recent acquisition of Hegra, a German company specialized in the production of linear and telescopic rails, Rollon enhances its product offering, consolidating its global position as a global provider of linear motion systems. More specifically, the Italian Group, which has a directly controlled Indian branch located in Bangalore, extends its range of telescopic rails in materials like aluminium and stainless steel, by offering new profiles and rails able to achieve an up to 200% overextension of their length from closed. Based in Limburg, near Dusseldorf, Hegra is a well established company in the production of telescopic and linear rails, mainly applied to the aerospace, automotive and machine tools industries. With this acquisition, Rollon offers increasingly more technologically advanced and versatile solutions, able to meet the customers’ diverse application requirements. The Rollon range, in fact, now includes 11 telescopic rails with new profiles, consisting of partially extended rails - from 60 to 66% of the rail length when closed- to fully extended rails (100%), to overextended rails, featuring a 150 to 200% overextension, which expands the solutions available to extraction applications requiring long

New Rollon telescopic rail HGT for heavy loads.

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New Rollon telescopic rail H1D with overextension.

strokes yet space-saving solutions. In addition to the above, telescopic rails for heavy load and S profile rails, both with 100% extension, are also available. Rollon product offering has also been expanded with new materials; the new products, in addition to carbon steel, are now available in stainless steel (AISI 304 and AISI 316) and aluminium, particularly suitable for applications requiring lightweight rails. The width range of the new Rollon telescopic rails is extended from 26 to 74 millimeters, whilst their heights range from 30 to 240 millimeters: in total, eleven variants of size are available. Such a wide range of products allows loads between 0.6 to 20 KiloNewton to be transported and handled per pair of rails, according to their model and length. Range versatility is also ensured by the new accessories available for the rails: from shock absorbing systems which reduce the end of stroke impact, to locking systems both in the open and closed position, to snap systems. The addition of new products to the Rollon range is a clear example of the growth strategy pursued by the Italian

Group which, over the years, has gained the essential know-how required to diversify and extend its offering with complementary solutions, not only through an on-going research and development, but also through the acquisition of different manufacturers: from the Turin based Tecno Center in January 2015, which allowed the company to consolidate its position in the linear actuator market, to the acquisition of Hegra. A growth strategy which aims to achieve a higher product customization, including customer’s co-operation in their design.By offering an ever more comprehensive product offering, Rollon aims to meet the more specific requirements of each application for a wide range of industries - from mechanical to railway, from aerospace to medical - consolidating its position as a global provider in the linear motion industry.

For more information: Rollon India Pvt. Ltd. 1st floor, Regus Gem Business Centre 26/1 Hosur road, Bommanahalli Bangalore 560068, INDIA Tel: +91 80 67027066 Fax: +91 80 67027004 info@rollonindia.in www.rollonindia.in

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electrical documentation. Based on this analysis, the optimal set of subdrawings, models and project templates can be effectively created. This also has the consequence that new users can get started creating complete electrical documentation projects really quickly. In larger companies, this way of working might result in that just one single person needs to be pointed out as the main responsible for creating the company subdrawings, while the others in future almost only will need to create documentation by dragging templates and subdrawings into projects. Experiences from the industry suggest that the documentation time can be reduced by up to 80 percent. Why should I buy PC|SCHEMATIC Automation? People buying PC|SCHEMATIC Automation usually tell us they did it because: • •

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It is easy to work with, and is very flexible in the everyday work routines. The Module and Model Based drag’n draw functions, makes it possible to create electrical schematic pages extremely fast. We have an excellent support team, and you can get support via NetViewer. Our support team can then see your screen, and guide you directly on your own PC. Intelligent reuse of existing material with intelligent renaming - saves lots of time. The intelligent connection between database and symbols is unique. Electrical standards are integrated intelligently. Functions for automatic project generation, automatic graphical plan generation and automatic documentation of symbols in projects/ libraries.

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FACE TO FACE PC|SCHEMATIC Automation. • Free access to our electrical design videos - where you can see PC|SCHEMATIC Automation in action. • Free access to articles about electrical design CAD programs. • Free access to the PC|SCHEMATIC user forums. When you have bought PC|SCHEMATIC Automation, you can either attend PC|SCHEMATIC training in your own country, or attend a web seminar about the topics you need to get familiar with. Please contact venkat@pcschematic.in for further details.

PC|SCHEMATIC Automation is designed from the basic concept of setting you free to focus on the electrical aspects, while the program handles the practical side. Beyond the basic drawing functions, Automation offers you a comprehensive series of functions specially designed for electrical projects with IEC/EN standards.

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At PC|SCHEMATIC we have detailed insight in electrical documentation standards, and we are active members of standardisation committees. We also publish the book “Electrical documentation according to standards”. This insight in the IEC/EN electrical standards is an integrated part of PC|SCHEMATIC Automation. However, the program is designed so flexible, that you can also use it for other standards than the IEC/EN standards. - Even for your own set of standards! Support: How can I get it? When you buy PC|SCHEMATIC Automation, you get “Tier 2support” from the PC|SCHEMATIC in India as well from our Head Office Denmark. This can take place using e-mail, telephone or NetViewer (where we can guide you directly on your own PC). •

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eissel India is an established name in India as a supplier of cable glands and electrical wiring accessories since 1994. The 100% German owned & family run Company since 1920 manufactures goods as per exacting German standards and has created a niche for itself in the Indian electrical market with its International Class Products. The “Geissel” brand of cable glands is well known and accepted worldwide. Products include cable glands in brass, polyamide and stainless steel S.S 303(1.4305) & S.S. 316 TI (1.4571) – according to RoHS standards, in IP 54, IP 68, IP 69K and EMC - upto cable dia of 116 mm with all kinds of threads, i.e. Pg, metric and inch. Other products are plugs, reducers, enlargements, lock nuts, etc. In other words - a wide range of electrical wiring accessories.

Some of our “Star” products from the Geissel stable have created an impact in the Indian and International electrical market: Double Compression cable glands: The first of its kind in the Indian market with IP 68 and only three sizes to suit cable dia from 12 – 34 mm. Discerning customers have praised the product for its design, easy application and convenience of only three sizes. Designed and engineered in Germany, but manufactured in India, customers of International repute are finding many advantages in using these glands over others.

Conduits & Conduit glands: The conduits are available in galvanized steel as well as PVC coating on galvanized steel in grey and black colours. Complementing them are the conduit glands which fit the conduits perfectly. The design and application is simple and customers get a one-stop solution to their needs for conduits and the ease in fitting them. EMC glands. Available in brass with nickel plating in metric as well as Pg threads, these glands are very userfriendly. Customers of international repute have appreciated this simple but effective design. Multisealing inserts: To fit both brass and polyamide glands, with an assurance of IP 68 protection. IP 69K brass glands: the most recent entry. Geissel’s way to increase the threshold of water ingress at high pressure. PBE: Pressure balance element – to let out excessive moisture from enclosures/boxes. Detailed technical and pictorial descriptions of all Geissel products are available in their recently upgraded catalogue which can be downloaded from the website www.geissel.com Geissel India’s USP is the availability of mostly all products ex-stock from their factory in Pune. For more information: Email: info@geissel-india.com

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Investigating the secret of rocky planets To learn about Earth’s past, scientists are turning their gaze to Mars. They send a robotic probe to take the Red Planet’s pulse and temperature. Our Earth is alive, active, and constantly changing. Its surface has been in motion since the planet’s formation. Continental plates drift apart and collide, forming mountains, oceans, and plains. Literally no stone is left unturned – only change is permanent. To learn more about the early days of Earth, geologists therefore need to look to Mars. The Red Planet does not have tectonic plates and hardly any geological activity. The surface is still as it was four billion years ago – albeit there used to be lakes and rivers, as we now know. Mars is interesting to researchers because it underwent the same basic formation process as our Earth. Both started out

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as balls of liquid fire and, through the process of planetary differentiation, turned into terrestrial planets, also called rocky planets. Heavy metals gravitated to the center, where they formed the red-hot iron core. Above, the mantle was formed, enclosed by the crust, which cooled down and solidified. Venus and Mercury also are rocky planets, while Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune are gas giants.

A bolt drives itself into the ground To learn more about Mars and its structure, NASA is sending a robotic probe called InSight in 2016. InSight will remain stationary after landing. One of it instruments will record seismic activities

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The maxon drive system that drives the HP3 bolt into the ground on Mars is exposed to loads of up to 400 g.

caused by quakes or comet strikes. A second instrument, called HP3, will enter five meters deep into the ground to measure the planet’s heat. It is a bolt, lovingly dubbed “Mole” by its developers. In the words of Judit Jänchen, it works “like a nail that drives itself into the ground.” Jänchen is a project manager at the German space agency, which developed HP3. Inside the Mole, there is a maxon-built drive, consisting of a DCX 22 motor and a GP 22 HD planetary gearhead, that has to stand up to extremely high requirements. This is because Mars, with its temperature fluctuations, sand storms, and thin atmosphere, is a very unfriendly place for

technology. On top of that, the DC motor is going to be exposed to forces of up to 400 g. The motor’s task is to wind up a spring, which then releases with great force, executing a powerful downwards punch. This causes the bolt to drive itself into the ground step by step. The process takes several hours. Once embedded, the device stays in place.

“This quantity is a fundamental parameter when you want to characterize a planet”, says Judit Jänchen. Information on the porosity and density of the ground can also be derived from the penetration speed of the Mole. Both results are of great interest for terrestrial geophysics. “This gives us a better understanding of the formation and evolution of rocky planets.”

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HUDA Division No.3, Faridabad, Haryana. T: 0129-2267193, M: 9911768833, E: xenhuda3.fbd@gmail.com, W: www.huda.gov.in

lans to implement construction of community center at Village Ajronda, Sector-15A in Faridabad. The work is likely to start in early 2016. Place : Faridabad Haryana Haryana Urban Development Authority Rajeev Sharma, Executive Engineer,

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lans to assign construction of primary health centre building at Baridhar, Tehsil Padhar, Distt Mandi (H.P). MARCH 2016 ENGINEERING REVIEW

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Tendering process will complete by March and work likely to start by April, 2016. Place : Mandi Himachal Pradesh Himachal Pradesh Public Works Department K.K. Sharma, Executive Engineer, Mandi Division No.I, HPPWD, Mandi, Himachal Pradesh. T: 01905-260665, M 9418466844, E: ee-mandiv1-hp@nic.in

he provider of outsourced product development (OPD) services, plans to expand its operations in India. Global- Logic “Harun Rashid, Sr Manager (Market- ing), Tower A, Oxygen Park, Plot No.7, Sector-144, Noida Expressway, Noida-201304, Uttar Pradesh. T: 0120-4062000, F: 4062722, E-mail: harun.rashid@globallogic.com, (Sumit Sood, Managing Director)

lans to assign design, engineering, supply, installation, commissioning and testing of 1000 Solar Power Packs having 300 WP capacity each. Place : Punjab Punjab Energy Development Agency (PEDA) “Jaspal Singh, Sr Manager Solar Photovoltic, Plot 1&2, Sector 33 D, Chandhigarh-160034, T: 0172-2663328, 2663382, Fax : 2662865, M: 9417464333, jaspalrathi@yahoo. co.in, peda_spa@yahoo.co.in, www.peda.gov.in”

lans construction of flyover/under- pass for improvement of existing Junctions at Signature Tower, at km. 29.650 on Delhi Gurgaon Access Controlled Highway on NH-8 in Haryana on EPC Mode. The completion is targeted in 30 months. Request for proposal is currently invited. Place : Haryana National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) “Nishoo Gupta, General Manager, G-5&6, Sector-10, Dwarka, New Delhi-110075 . T: 011-25074100/200 (Extn.: 1321), nishoogupta@nhai.org”

lans construction of flyover/under- pass for improvement of existing Junctions at Rajiv Chowk, at km.33.185 on Delhi Gurgaon Access Controlled Highway on NH-8 in Haryana on EPC Mode. The completion is targeted in 30 months. Request for proposal is currently invited. “ Place : Gurgaon Haryana” National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)

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lans to undertake 4/6 laning of Kharar to Ludhiana section of NH-95 (new NH-05) from Kharar km.10+185 (design chainage) to Samrala chowk, Ludhiana km. 86+199 (design chainage) in the state of Punjab on hybrid annuity mode. Request for proposal is currently invited. Place : Ludhiana Punjab National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) “Rajeev Yadav, GM (Technical), G-5 & G-6, Sector-10, Dwarka, New Delhi - 110075. T: 011-25074100/2001407/2319, M: 9868113500, rajeevyadav@nhai.org”

lans to assign construction of water treatment and recycling plant in important coaching depot at NCC Kanpur. Place : KanpurUttar Pradesh North Central Railways “A K Singh, Senior Divisional Mechanical Engineer, Nawab Yusuf Road, Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh. T: 0532-2408901, 2407784”

agged a contract for detailed engineering and designing, procurement, manufacturing, inspection, shop assembly, testing, painting, transporta- tion, site storage, site erection, installation, testing and commissioning of hydro mechanical works of Vyasi HE project in district Dehradun from Uttarakhand Jal Vidyut Nigam Ltd. The contract is to be executed over a period of 25 months. Place : Dehradun Uttarakhand OM Metals Infrapro- jects Ltd “S K Jain, CFO, J-28, Subhash Marg, C-Scheme, Jaipur - 302001. T: 141-5163323-33, Fax : 4044283, jaipur@ommetals.com, skjain@ommetals.com”

agged an order from Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd. The order comprises supply and service contracts for Package A&B under Integrated Power Development Scheme (IPDS) (IDPS) works in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. Place : Varanasi Uttar Pradesh KEI Industries Ltd “Gaurav Sahi, Head Corp Communications, D-90, Okhla Industrial Area, Phase - I, New Delhi - 110020, T: 011-26818840 / 8642 / 0242, F: 26817225, gaurav.sahi@kei-ind.com, info@kei-ind.com www.engrreview.com

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lans construction of medical college campus and upgradation of district hospital Bharatpur into teaching hospital at Bharatpur. The project is in DPR stage. Place : Bharatpur Rajasthan Rajasthan State Road Development & Construction Corporation Ltd A.B Panday, Project Director, Shiv Colony, Next to Nasia Jain Mandir, Cricular Road, Bharatpur - 321001, Rajasthan. M: 09414252029, 9414032774, E: pdbharatpur@rsrdc.com

lans to implement six laning of Udaipur to Rajasthan/ Gujarat border section of NH-8 (length 100.780) package-5 under NHDP-V in the state of Rajasthan on BOT (Toll) mode. Bids were recently invited. Place : Rajasthan National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) “B.N. Sahay, General Manager (T) Rajasthan, G-5 & 6, Sector-10, Dwarka, New Delhi – 110075. T: 011-25074100/200 (Extn.2457), F: 25074100/200, bnsahay@nhai.org”

lans to implement six laning of Chittorgarh-Udaipur Section of NH-76 from Design Chainage Km 214.870 to Km 308.370 in the state of Rajasthan (Length 93.500 Km) on DBFOT(Toll) mode under NHDP Phase V (PACK- AGE - III). Request for qualification is currently invited. Place : Udaipur Rajasthan” National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) “B.N. Sahay, General Manager (T) Rajasthan, G-5 & 6, Sector-10, Dwarka, New Delhi – 110075. T: 011-25074100/200 (Extn.2457), F: 25074100/200, bnsahay@nhai.org”

lans to assign design, construction, operation and maintanence of processing plant for Solid waste.

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Place : Bhilwara Rajasthan Bhilwara Municipal Council Ramsingh Palawat, Commissionre Muncipal, Nagarparishad, Bhilwara-311001, Rajasthan. T: 01482-232651, 232652, npbhilwara@gmail.com”

he Telecom department aims to provide 2G mobile coverage in identified uncovered areas of the North East region. The department is in the process of preparing a detailed project report (DPR) for the same. Department of Telecom (DoT) “N Sivasailam, Administrator, USOF, Sanchar Bhawan 20, Ashoka Road, New Delhi 110001, T: 011-23717300, M: 9868139879, ast-dot@nic.in”

MA has proposed rejuvenation with modification for Rajgurunagar B-part-mechanical work for water treatment plant Rajgurunagar. The completion period is 90 days. Place : Maharashtra Directorate of Municipal Administration (DMA) “Sachin.S, Chief Officer, Municipal Council, Taluka Khed, Dist Pune, Rajgurunagar, Maharashtra, 02135-222090, M: 8698525354, rajgurunagarnp@gmail.com

agged an order from India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) for Re-development of Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. Place : New Delhi Delhi NBCC Ltd “Yogesh Sharma, CGM (PMG), NBCC Bhawan, Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003, T: 011-43591555, 24367314-15, F: 24366995, cgmpmg.nbcc@gov.in, cs.nbcc@nic.in, (Dr. Anoop Kumar Mittal, CMD)”

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BUSSINESS AVENUES and Sneh Shraddha Society in ward no. 107 Sunil Nagar. The work completion is targeted in 180 days. Place : Kalyan- Dombivali Maharashtra Kalyan Dombivli Municipal Corporation, Pwd Department Tadvi Parvij Husenshaikh, Executive Engineer, Shankarrao Chowk, Near Dena Bank, Kalyan West, Kalyan-421301, Maharashtra. T: 0251- 2206206, 2203677, patildeepakh@gmail.com, (Deepak Patil, Deputy Municipal Commissioner)”

ED Lighting products manufacturer has secured an extension to the ongoing LED streetlights installation project in Jodhpur. An additional 33,153 LED streetlights would be installed in the city of Jodhpur. Place : Jodhpur Rajasthan Eon Electric Ltd (EEL) “Sandeep Sharma, VP Marketing, B-88, Sector - 33, Noida - 201305, Uttar Pradesh. T: 0120-3096700 / 701, sandeep.sharma@eonelectric. com, corporate@eonelectric.com”

he MMB has awarded the contract to Nikhil Arun Gandhi on 29th Jan 2016 for the construction of Jetty at Khumbharkhan Pada, Dombivli Tal Kalyan Dist Thane. Place : Thane District Maharashtra Maharashtra Maritime Board Manish S Metkar, Deputy Engineer, Indian Mercantile Chambers, 3rd Floor, 14, Ramjibhai Kamani Marg, Ballard Estate, Mumbai-400038, Maharashtra. T: 022-22612143/ 5457/ 1734, M: 9975599555

00% subsidiary of AT Holdings Pte Ltd, Singapore, bagged the 100 MW bid at the latest auction by Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI), the nodal agency for implementation of MNRE schemes for developing grid connected solar power capacity through Variable Gap Funding (VGF) mode in the country. The scheme is a part of Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission (JNNSM) Phase-II Batch-III to set up grid connected Solar PV Projects in the state of Maharashtra on “Build Own Operate” basis for an aggregate capacity of 500 MW. Place :Maharashtra AT Capital Group “Vinay Narang, Head Corporate Communication, Experion Developers , Vatika First India Place, 1str Floor, MG Road, Shushant Lok , Phase 1, Gurgaon, Haryana. M: 9971003068, vinay.narang@atcapital.co.in, (Deepak Mawandia, Chief investment officer and Director-AT Capital Group)”

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he contract for the construction of cement road at Hussain Nagar is awarded to Sarda Construction. The project is implemented under Dalit Wasti Yojana. The completion is targeted in 180 days. Place : Beed Maharashtra Directorate Of Municipal Administration “Nitin Revanwar, Deputy Engineer, Municipal Council, Bashirganj, Civil Department, Beed - 431122, Maharashtra. T: 02442-222423, M: 9422241333, (Bahal Singh, Chief Officer)” he contract for the construction of 3.00 metre and 4.50 wide cement road in Ankush Nagar is awarded to Sarda Construction. The project is implemented under Dalit Wasti Yojana. The completion is targeted in 180 days. Place : Beed Maharashtra Directorate Of Municipal Administration “Nitin Revanwar, Deputy Engineer, Municipal Council, Bashirganj, Civil Department, Beed - 431122, Maharashtra. T: 02442-222423, M: 9422241333, (Bahal Singh, Chief Officer)”

lans to undertake construction of cement concrete road and CC drain from Tabab Master Shop To Bakery In Prabhag No. in City Akot Dist. Akola. The contract is awarded to Jitendra K Sharma, Engineers & Contractors. Place : Akola Maharashtra Directorate Of Municipal Administration Babasaheb Manohare, Chief Officer, Municipal Administration, Municipal Council, Akot Dist, Akola - 444101, Maharashtra. T: 07258-220083, akotmc@gmail.com

he company has recently commissioned transmission project involving laying of a 200 km line of 400 KV double circuit transmission line passing through Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. The transmission line is linked to the Rajasthan Atomic Power Project (RAPP) project. The work was completed in 12 months. Place : Rajasthan Sterlite Grid “Tan Reddy, Vice President (Corporate Affairs & BD), F-1,Mira Corporate Suits, 1 & 2, Mathura Road, Ishwar Nagar - 110065, Delhi. T: 011-49962200, M: 9310490976, grid.communications@sterlite.com, tan.reddy@sterlite.com www.engrreview.com

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he state government plans to develop an exclusive industrial park spread over 200 acre for the manufacturing of medical devices. The proposed industrial park would have a common manufacturing facility. Place : Andhra Pradesh Deparment of Industries, Government of Andhra Pradesh Harinath Reddy, Asst Director (Industries), Chirag Ali Lane, Abids, Hyderabad - 500001. M: 09640909843, E: reddy.bhn@gmail. com Rajaji Salai, Chennai- 600001, T:044-25360646, E: ce@chennaiport.gov.in

he company plans to invest Rs 1,000 crore to expand its capacity in Karnataka during 2016-17. Place : Karnataka Bosch India “Roohie Menon, Assistant Manager, Post Box No. 3000, Hosur Road, Adugodi, Bengaluru-560030, Karnataka. T: 080-22992440, 41768204, F: 22992181, roohie.menon@in.bosch.com, (Dr. Steffen Berns, MD)

rug maker plans to set up a new plant every three years as part of its expansion project. Aurobindo Pharma Ltd Dr Vijay Kaiwar, Head Business Development - CRAMS, Water Mark Building, Plot No. 11, Survey no.9, Kondapur, Hitech City, Hyderabad-500084, Telangana. T: 040-66725000, F: 23741080, info@aurobindo.com, Vijay.Kaiwar@aurobindo.com, (N.Govindarajan, MD)”

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lans to assign expansion of bulk drug manufacturing unit at IDA, Telangana. Environmental clearance still awaited. Place : Rangareddy district Telangana Nakoda Chemicals Ltd Pramod M, Manager (Marketing), P No-64A, Phase 1, Jeedimetla, Jeedimetla, Hyderabad-500055, Telangana. T: 040-23097385, pramod@nakodachemicals.com

he company plans to set up an electronic products factory on the outskirts of Bengaluru. Place : Bengaluru Karnataka Velankani Electronics Shridhar Rao, Sales Manager, 43, Electronic City, Phase – I, Hosur Road, Bangalore-560100, Karnataka. T: 8066145807

lans to set up an engineering services centre near Bengaluru. Place : Bengaluru Karnataka Hical Technologies Pvt Ltd “N. P. Manjunath, Sr. GM, No.46 & 47,Unit No 3, Phase 2, Hosur Road, Electronic City, Bangalore - 560100, Karnataka. T: 080-66189686, 66189687, 66189602, 66189603, F: 28520558, M: 9845028485, manjunath.np@hical.com”

lans to set up an integrated logistics park with seamless connectivity and world-class facilities under one roof near NTPC Simhadri Super Thermal Power Station at Parawada. Place : Visakhapatnam Andhra Pradesh Sravan Shipping Services Pvt Ltd Sanjay Kumar Singh, General Manager – Operations, Potluri Classic, D.No: 47-14-3, 4th floor, Beside SBI , Dwarakanagar, Visakhapatnam-530016, Andhra Pradesh. T: 0891-2537197, 6666022, 2560014, F: 2532766, sravanship@yahoo.com, operations@sravanship.com www.engrreview.com

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agged EPC contract from Bharatiya Rail Bijlee Company for the balance work of construction of residential quarters and associated civil and electrical works and community facilities among others at Nabinagar, Bihar. Place : Nabinagar Bihar National Buildings Construction Corporation Ltd B.Bhattacharya, DGM (PR), NBCC Bhawan, Lodhi Road, New Delhi - 110 003, India, T: 011-24367314, 24367573, E: pr.nbcc@gmail.com

lans to ramp up capacity at its aluminium smelter Special Economic Zone at Jharsuguda from the next fiscal. Place: Jharsuguda Odisha Vedanta Ltd “Roma Balwani, President- Group Sustainability, CSR & Communications, Vedanta House 75, Nehru Road, Vile Parle (East), Mumbai - 400099, Maharashtra. T: 022-66461000, gc@vedanta.co.in”

he Group is coming up with three affordable housing projects, out of which two would be under the Prime Minister Awas Yojana (PMAY). The project would come up at Barasat, Rajarhat and Howrah. Place: Kolkata West Bengal Unimark Group Tirthankar Dasgupta, Sr Manager (Sales & Marketing), 207 A.J.C. Bose Rod, Kolkata-700017, West Bengal. T: 033-22871357, F: 22900624, M: 9831494000, info@unimarkgroup. com, tirthankar@unimarkgroup.com, (Harsh Patodia, CMD)

lans to set up two townships near Joka and eastern side of EM Bypass in Kolkata. So far the approval is not yet sought from the Government of West Bengal. Unimark Group Tirthankar Dasgupta, Sr Manager (Sales & Marketing), 207

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A.J.C. Bose Rod, Kolkata-700017, West Bengal. T: 033-22871357, F: 22900624, M: 9831494000, info@unimarkgroup. com, tirthankar@unimarkgroup.com, (Harsh Patodia, CMD)

he company has sought to raise its coal mining capacity from 16 tonne to 19 million tonne to meet its coal requirement at Sasan UMPP in its plea before the Delhi High Court with regard to challenging the Government of India’s decision to cancel allocation of Chhatrasal coal block, which was allocated for Sasan UMPP. Place : Singrauli District Madhya Pradesh Reliance Power Ltd Daljeet Singh, Group Vice President (Corporate Communication), 3rd Floor, Relieance Centre, B Wing, Maharaja Ranjeet Singh Marg, Connaught Place, New Delhi-110002, M: 9312014099, daljeet890@gmail. com, www.reliancepower.co.in

lans to assign design, supply, installation, commissioning & maintenance for 5 years of (5 kWp x 16Nos) off-grid rooftop Solar PV power plant with battery backup in 16 Residential Schools in 9 districts of Odisha state. The contract will be awarded soon. Place : Odisha REC Power Distribution Company Ltd T: 011-44128755, 44128752, M: 9958802216, 9810964380, goru.sudhakar@ recpdcl.in, (S C Garg, Addl. CEO)”

lans to assign construction of connectivity road total 21.45km with bridges and culverts from approach road of high level bridge over Gundak river to NH-28_Gopalganj side and to SH-54_Bettiah side in Bishunpur Panchyat in the district of Gopalganj. Place : Gopalganj districtBihar Bihar Rajya Pul Nirman Nigam Ltd “Sunil Kumar, Sr. Project Engineer, spe-worldbank@brpnn.co.in, www.engrreview.com

PRODUCT SHOWCASE Hangsterfer’s CC 10 - 22 Straight Cutting Oils For Deep Hole Drilling

FLIR E-Series Thermal Imaging Camera with MSX® Technology

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CC 10 & CC22 oils are Chlorine-Free Non-Staining Can be used safely on all materials Non-Toxic Non-Irritating Non-Corrosive Easy to recycle and waste treat Lower misting Fewer residues

Hangsterfer’s neat cutting oil CC10 is recommended for Deep Hole Drilling /Gun Drilling application. CC10 (Viscosity 10) has all the capability to outperform. Hangsterfer’s neat cutting oils are recognized by various machine manufacturers around the world. These oil improves tool life and surface qualities to the large extent. In addition to the lubricity provided at the cutting zone, Hangsterfer’s cutting oils provide excellent lubrication for the machine’s slides,

guide bushings, bearings, and spindles. CC 10 - This is the lowest viscosity in the series. CC 10 is ideal for Gun Drilling application which allows for more heat removal with high pressure. CC 22 - This oil is ideal for use in BTA application. It has enough lubricity for the more demanding operations and materials, including lubrication of the guide-bushings.

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Pioneer in intuitive programming •

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KING CUT PRO – The large gantry type CNC Cutting Machine Ador’s KING CUT PRO is a CNC portal cutting machine which is very precise and reliable. The machine has one head for plasma sheet metal cutting and one head for flame cutting of sheet metal with a dual side longitudinal drive with AC motors. The standard equipment comes with a basic machine package with CNC controller, one torch, central gas diffusion with manometers and a remote flame ignition.

The following equipment are supplied as required by the customer: Additional Equipment: • • •

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Plasma power source KJELBERG with machine torch Programming software MOST 2D Support table for sheet metal with segment extraction system Extraction-filter system Laser position indicator for determining the cutting point

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availability of equipment All anomalies are detected Optimise continuity of service

Extension of the longitudinal rail Additional cutting head

The CNC Controller – Phantom: The Phantom brings you the performance of a cutting edge

CNC that is built on more than 40 years of experience in the motion control and cutting industries. This controller is designed for multiple axis cutting machines and features the latest advances in CNC technology on a proven platform engineered to increase productivity, reduce costs and enhance profitability. The software provides flexibility, ease of operation and technologies that put Ador’s experience and expertise in your operator’s hands, resulting in extremely good cut quality and high productivity. The Phantom can operate any cutting machine and interface with virtually all plasma systems. Following are its standard features: Bright touch screen interface, Touch screen interactive display, Expandable shape library, True multi-tasking environment, Fast Dxt file conversion, Go to(Job interrupt), Quick plate alignment, and Monitor & track consumables. Advanced Plasma Process Control (Plasma Process Wizard) is available as optional extra. Ador offers cost-saving height control unit for simple plasma cutting applications. The KHC1 system provides all the essential functions that are needed for good cuts and optimum utilization of workpiece.

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E-mail: india@innovistasensors.com

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KSB Pumps : KRT Series KSB Pumps Limited, a leading manufacturer of pumps and valves in the transport and treatment of water and wastewater segment, introduced extension of its KRT series pumps by adding new hydraulics. In addition to its existing E & K hydraulics, ‘F’ (Free Flow) hydraulics with semi-open impellers is added. With this addition now, KRT series can handle higher flow & head combination in four different pump sizes. More than 28 motor combinations serve the wide range of operations and meet the customer requirements precisely. The major advantage of new F type hydraulics is it can handle liquids containing solids up to size 100 mm. KRT pumps cater to a wide range of applications in waste water, sewage, water containing long fibrous & solid substances as well as fluids containing air & gas, raw activated &

digested sludge, drainage water extraction, Storm water, water transport in municipal, industrial and commercial establishments. These pumps will be sold through KSB’s wide sales network available pan-India and will also be backed by a strong aftermarket network of KSB’s own four (4) service stations as well as over 150 authorized service stations.

For more information KSB Pumps Limited, Mr. Madhav Dubey- Head (TSS Water & Waste Water) Mumbai-Pune Road, Pimpri, Pune – 411018. Tel: +91 20-27101271. Email: Madhav.dubey@ksb.com Website: www.ksbindia.co.in

Materials handling equipment from Mahindra Stiller Faridabad-based Mahindra Stiller Auto Trucks Ltd (MSATL for short) makes diesel engine operated platform trucks up to 5T capacity and tow (hauling) trucks up to 11 T. Its battery operated

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versions are made up to 20 T capacity. It makes battery operated stackers, pallet trucks and walkie trucks up to 3 T. The Stiller battery operated hydraulic crane(up to 3 T) is

a big hit in the user industry. The same is the case with its elevating tables which are used for wide ranging applications on the shop floor including maintenance. It also offers trailers & trolleys, and tipping & dumper trucks. Last, but not the least, its battery operated vehicles are a runaway success. All these products are known by the brand name ‘Stiller’. Besides standard products, MSATL also supplies custom-built equipment for very special applications. The ingenuity of the company’s design team has been implicitly acknowledged by Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre for whom the company has specially developed diesel engine operated Tow Trucks. It has supplied Hydraulic Elevating Tables to Indian Space Research Organization with a platform which rotates 360 degree and side travel of platform in X, Y & Z axis movements. The company’s largest custom-made Elevating Tables of 3 T having a platform size of 5 x 2.5 metres with a lift of 5 metres is in operation at giant automobile manufacturing units like LML, Escorts, Yamaha Motors and so on. Premier steel plants in India have also benefitted from the engineering prowess of MSATL. It has specially developed & supplied battery operated Platform Trucks of 5 T capacity to handle cinder at Tata Steel as

well as Durgapur Steel Plant. Yet another winsome product from the stable of MSATL has gone to Printers House in Faridabad. It is the largest ever Hydraulic Elevating Platform of 10 T capacity along with battery operated pallet truck of 8 T capacity for container stuffing. MSATL also has it in its range battery operated stackers for drum handling. They feature fully hydraulic clamping, lifting and tilting up to 180 degrees. The company also makes battery operated golf carts and passenger vehicles for golf courses, hotels, farmhouses and industry. Its customers for diesel-engine driven pallet trucks are none other than the Indian Railways, Ordnance Factories, Naval Dockyards, L&T, Escorts, Eicher, BHEL, HAL, NTPC, SAIL, JCT, SAMTEL Group, and Maruti.

For more information Mahindra Stiller Auto Trucks Ltd, B-72, Sector 27A, Mathura Road, Faridabad Haryana -121 003 Phone: 0129-4048254 Email: info@mahindarstiller.com

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Welding carriage

These Welding carriage are used for Automatic Welding of Fillet, Butt, Joints in different Welding Position. GMAW/ FCAW process is normally used along with these kind of carriage. These carriage uses permanent magnet to hold on to the Job and can be used

in different Welding position depending on the Tractor Force of the magnet used. Either guide wheel or the track are used to move the trolley along the Weld Seam. Weaving & Weaving pattern are available on some model to realize the required Weld Beads.

For more information WARPP ENGINEERS PVT LTD B-1005, Western edge-II, Near Metro Cash & Carry, Western Express Highway, Borvali (E), Mumbai-400066 Tel : 8080808737, 28542272/73/74, E-mail: sales@warpp.co.in, salessupport@warpp.co.in, Website- www.warpp.co.in

Shrink fit holder technology & advantages Shrink Fit tool holder can provide tremendous holding strength and TIR for critical high speed or high precision cutting applications, which is not possible with most tool holders How it works: Each Shrink fit tool holder is manufactured with an inside diameter slightly smaller than the shank diameter of the cutting tool. A heat induction unit is used to quickly heat the holder end of the Shrink fit,

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expanding this inside diameter. At this point, the tool shank slips easily into the holder. As the holder cools, the resulting thermal contraction exerts a tremendous, uniform pressure around the entire surface of the tool shank leaving total concentric gripping strength. Removing the tool is just as simple you simply reverse the process! Tool changes can be accomplished in seconds, dramatically increasing machining

productivity by reducing tool change downtime. Shrink fit technology and design provides; Best possible TIR (Total Indicator Reading) • Best possible balance • Best available gripping power • Increased tool and spindle life • Thin profile holders for machining hard-to-reach places • Design and build custom holders for any application • Short gauge lengths available for increased rigidity • Ability to preset for required tool length • Ideal for end milling, drilling, reaming, boring and all other critical rotary tool applications regardless of cutting tool material • Eliminates wrenches, collets, set screws and other accessories • Reduces costs associated with tool changes, holder

maintenance and machine downtime

Conclusion The Shrink fit tool holding System is by far the most economical system in the world today. The increased productivity and increased tool life can be measured. Additionally, reduced tool change down time will contribute to the considerable reduction in costs. Birla Precision offers wide range in Shrink Fit adaptors on BT/DV/CAT & HSK tapers. Extra long gauge lengths are available to approach machining deep areas. Bore size ranging from 6 mm to 32 mm & ¼”to 11/4” In Inch sizes.

For more information Birla Precision Technologies 206 Dalamal House, 1st Floor, Jamnalal Bajaj Marg, Nariman Point, Mumbai - 400 021 Tel.: +91 22 22819470, Mob.: +91 9867010706 Email: himanshu.bhatt@birlaprecision.com Web: www.birlaprecision.in

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MECO Clamp-On Earth / Ground Fasteners for Electric & Electronics Resistance & Leakage Current Tester item manufacturing unit 4/42 Model : 4680BL & 4680BLC Every Electrical Equipment’s, appliance, system must be Earthed or grounded to obtain a low resistance path for dissipation of current into the earth. Earthing plays an important role for safe and proper operation of any Electrical installation. Ground fault current directly has an impact on human safety. Major accidents happen due to improper Earthing. Leakage current passes through human body and fatality occurs. MECO Introduce Model 4680BL & 4680BLC at very Low Price having Jaw opening of 65mm x 32mm, which is suitable to take measurement from Earthing Strip or Conductor of Φ 65mm x 32mm approx. This testers are capable of measuring Ground Resistance from 0.010 Ohms to 1000 Ohms (4680BL) and Leakage Currents in TRMS mode from 0.80mA

to 30A AC (4680BLC). Data hold, Data Storing Memory, Configurable Alarm, Auto power off & Continuity Loop Test are Key features of 4680BL / 4680BLC. Standard Resistance Calibration Plate provided to verify the calibration check of tester. Substantial time saving and easy operating justify the investment in these instruments. This is non-contact type innovative solution for measuring Ground Resistance and Leakage Current of any Electrical Installation. This method of measurement completely eliminates the use of ground and auxiliary rods avoiding shutdown. This is an extremely handy instrument especially at place where it is next to impossible to measure Earth /Ground Resistance by conventional methods.

MECO INSTRUMENTS PRIVATE LTD. Haren Shah – Senior Marketing Executive (Mobile : 09820093232) Plot No. EL-1, MIDC Electronic Zone, TTC Industrial Area, Mahape, Navi Mumbai 400710. INDIA. Tel: 0091-22-27673311-16 (Sales), 27673300 (Board) Fax: 0091-22-27673310, 27673330 CIN NO. : U33120MH1969PTC014477

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sample or drawing.

STANDARD REFERENCE:It can be supply as per IS, BS, JIS, DIN, ISO, ASTM Standard & as per drawing or sample.

THREADS:MM Size Coarse & Fine Pitch, BSW, BSF, UNC, UNF, BSP, BA No. size 4 to 12 no. & STS Sc 2 no. to 14 no.

APPLICATIONS:Chemical, Sugar Plant, Pharmaceuticals, Fertilizer, Paper Machinery, Machine Tools, Engineering Industries, etc. & other service Industries.

Fasteners for home appliance manufacturing unit 22/42

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Email: sales@mecoinst.com

We have developed Stainless Steel Industrial Fasteners C/F, H/F & Turned Process from materials S.S. 202, 303, 304, 316 & 410. Eye Bolt, Bolt Nut Washers, Hex Nut, Dome, Nylock, Wing, Sq Nuts, Plain & Machine Washers, Spring, Star, Disk Fan, Circlip, Hex Socket type Allen Sc, Hex Socket & Slotted type Grub Sc, BSP, BSPT/ NPT, Tapper plug, Hex hd Coller plug, Allen plug, BSP Nuts, Philips Star Punch and Slotted type machine screws, Self Tapping Screws, Rivet, Stud, Full Thread Stud, Sq hd Bolt, T-Bolt, Coach Bolt, Tapper Pin, Solid Dowel Pin, Grooved Pin, Spring Dowel Pin, etc. Fasteners as per

Web: www.mecoinst.com

We have developed some type of Fasteners Components which are useful above mfg. unit components are Philips Star Punch & Slotted Machine Sc, Shim Sc, Terminal Sc. BT-cut Screws, Rivet, Tapper pin, Dowel pin, Spring Dowel pin, Stud, Eye Bolt, Hex Bolt Nut washers, Machine Bolt, Nut

- Lock, Std Hex Long, Dome, Nylon, Weld Flanged nuts, Washers-Plain, Spring Star, Disk Fan, Bearing Washers, Wave Washers, Circlip, Knurled, Safety Lock Washers Hex Socket type Allen Sc, Grub Sc Hex Socket & Slotted, etc. and other items as per drawing or sample.

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PRODUCT SHOWCASE Microcontroller based IELR with 4digit 7 segments RED bright Digital display, which is very unique as compared to conventional ELRs.

Unique features

STANDARD REFERENCE:-

FINISHING:-

As per IS, BS, JIS, DIN, & ISO or as per drawing or sample.

Bright Zinc - Silver & Blue shades, Yellow Zinc, Olive Green, Copper Zinc, Cadmium, Nickel, Blackened, Natural Finish.

THREADS:MM Size, BSW, BSF, UNC, UNF, BA & No. Size 4 to 12 NC/NF, Self Tapping Sc 2No. to 14No.

MATERIAL’S GRADES:M.S., HTS 8.8, 10.9, Brass, Copper, SS 304-316, Nylon, Phosphor, Bronze & Fiber.

APPLICATIONS:T.V., Refrigerator, Air Condition, VCR, DVD-Tape Record, Washing Machine, Computer, Electrical Switches, etc. and other unit.

For more information ZENITH INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS | ABC INDUSTRIAL FASTENERS E-122, Ansa Industrial Estate, 1st Floor, Sakivihar Road, Sakinaka, Andheri East, Mumbai - 400 072 Tel.: 022-2847 0806 / 2847 0705 / 6692 3987 E-mail : zenith@zip-india.com / abc@precibolts.com Website:- www.zip-india.com

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Specification: 1. 1 Second update. 2. Auxiliary supply 80 to 300 VAC. Burden 4VA max. 3. 4 Digit 7 segment RED bright display 4. Panel mountable 96 x 96 x 45 5. Accuracy : Class 1.0 FS 6. Relay contacts – One pair of potential free NO & NC, 2A at 250VAC or 24VDC 7. CBCT standard size – 40, 65, 100, 150, 200, 250, 300mm Tape wound. 8. Weight (Approx): Unpacked – 250 Grams Shipping – 350 Grams

For more information ELECON MEASUREMENTS A Group of ELMEASURE INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED # 764, 4th Phase, 707, Yelahanka New Town,

Intelligent Earth Leakage Relay (iELR) One more milestone ElMeasure proves that to be in the controlling segment is “Intelligent Earth leakage Relay” (ELR). Conventional ELR works with the settings through the potentiometers / DIP switches and whenever it crosses the limit it trips. Problem with this kind of relays are accuracy and malfunctioning.

1. Inverse curve - Trip time is inversely proportional to leakage current. This IELR is Intelligent, when the Leakage current is 10 times higher than the set current it trips 10 times faster. 2. Continues leakage current display (Programmable) –Leakage current displays to enhance the user to understand the quality of Electrical network / Machine online. This can be disabled through setup. 3. Continuous Display of Trip Leakage current (Programmable) - In case of tripping IELR captures and Displays the tripped Current with the resolution of 4 digit helps the user to analyze and correct the problem. This can be disabled through setup.

4. Continuous scrolling display for set current and set Time. 5. Field Programmable through front panel keys with password protection – No limitations on the Leakage Current settings. 6. Wide input range 60mA to 12A and the trip time programmable from 300ms to 30 seconds. 7. Manual test and Reset Keys

Bangalore - 560 064 Karnataka INDIA Ph : +91 80 28461777/28461744 | Fax : +91 80 41272461 Customer Support : +91 80 32904489

IP69K: FQ rotational speed sensors from RHEINTACHO

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With its high IP69K protection class, RHEINTACHO is set to introduce a complete new series of plastic sensors for detecting rotational speed and direction from the second quarter of 2016. Thanks to different sensor lengths, cable

outlet directions and connector options, this product line offers users a high degree of flexibility, enabling adaptation to entirely individual requirements. And even if none of the available models is suitable, RHEINTACHO will be pleased to draw

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Autocollimator

New rotational speed sensors of the FQ series from RHEINTACHO on its recognised expertise in customised solutions to develop the right solution for you. Why IP69K? RHEINTACHO Sales Manager Wolfgang Sexauer: “There are two main reasons why we were motivated to develop this new series. Firstly, we see a tendency to specify higher IP classes in many applications for safety reasons, than was the case a few years ago. Secondly, the IP69K protection class enables technical potentials to be realised even more efficiently today. This applies to both available materials and, of course, to intelligent constructions.” The FQ product line is consequently a further development of the current FK product line, which fulfils protection class IP65. In recent years the FK sensors have developed into a genuine success model. Numerous electromotor applications would be inconceivable without these rotational speed sensors. The basic geometrical data for the RHEINTACHO FK has meanwhile been adopted by significantly larger competitors too. The electronic design of the FQ product line is successively complemented with different variants in order to fulfil different requirements. In detail:

Frequency range, detection distance, EMC and temperature stability. According to the current development plan, all versions will be designed as a two-channel sensor, enabling the detection of rotational speed and direction of rotation. RHEINTACHO wholeheartedly welcomes higher specifications from users in regard to its sensors. “Our experience has shown that specifying too low an IP class and putting the onus on users via operating or maintenance instructions, is not practical. This simply doesn’t work”, continues Wolfgang Sexauer. “When a machine is to be cleaned with a steam jet for practical reasons, it is difficult to convince the operators otherwise – regardless of what is found in the operating manuals. Subsequent problems “in the field” are then inevitable. Whether in consideration of all actual costs a more cost-effective, lower-specified component is then the means of choice is at least doubtful. And just for this reason we are expanding the proven FK product line to include the FQ series with its higher protection class. We always strive to offer the best technical and economic solution, tailored to the specific application.”

Autocollimator for Engineering College , This system is used in glass shop for checking straightness and flatness, Checking square and V blocks, checking deflection of a structure under load Measuring tapers, checking the angles of small castings. Checking the cutting angle of tools, setting angles of jigs and machine tool heads. Dark field graticule is used to get good

image from un silvered glass surface or surfaces having poor reflection.

For more information Toolpost (india) MUMBAI. Tel:09819345050 www.indiatool.net / www.indiatool.net

Angle Dekkor Angle Dekkor for Engineering College . Widely used to measure of the angle of job under test, precision angle dekkor uses the principle of optical reflection where a beam of light is

projected on a mirror. The beam reflects with an angle as that of the mirror surface and as such the deflection can be measured visually or by an electronic detector.

For more information For more information www.rheintacho.com

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Floating Carriage Micrometre

Floating Carriage Micrometre: Floating Carriage Diameter Measuring Machine for Engineering college. The Floating Carriage Micrometer is used for accurately measuring the

‘Thread Plug Gauges’. The Floating Carriage Diameter Micrometer effectively measures the various dimensions of the gauge like outside diameter, Pitch diameter, Root diameter etc.

Sine Centre

Sine Centre for Engineering College : Size: 0-200mm, 0-300mm Sine centre is basically a sine bar with block holding centres which can be adjusted and rigidly clamped in any position.

These are used for inspection of conical objects (having male and female centres.) between centres. This is a very useful device for testing the conical work centred at each end. The principle of setting is same as of sine table.

For more information Toolpost (india) MUMBAI. Tel:09819345050 www.indiatool.net / www.indiatool.net

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Non Contact Video Infra Red Thermometer DT-9862S This infra Red VIDEO Thermometer is capable of non-contact (infrared) temperature measurements with visual camera (for both still and video photography) at the touch of a button. The built-in laser pointer increases target accuracy while the backlight LCD and handy push-buttons combine for convenient, ergonomic operation. This IR VIDEO Thermometer can be used to measure the surface temperature of the objects that is improper to be measured by traditional (contact) thermometer (such as moving object, the surface with electricity current or the objects which are uneasy to be touched.) The High Distance to sighting ratio helps to measure temperature of small targets from larger distance. The Dual Laser helps to understand the diameter of the area whose temperature is being measured. For precise temperature measurement we need to make sure that both the lasers fall within the target. Adjustable emissivity helps to measure temperature of wide variety of substances. With JPEG and AVI record function it becomes easier to establish and record time related events with proof. Has Fast Response of 150ms, which helps in detecting fast moving events in temperature profiling. It has a built-in Micro

SD Card slot that can be used for extending the memory while recording temperature or taking pictures. Data Logging with real time and date stamp can be done for collecting data. It has a 2.2” TFT LCD display, 640*480 pixels (30 million pixels) . It comes with re-chargeable battery and battery charger. It has auto data hold and Max/Min/ Avg/Diff. Record facility. The distance to sighting ratio is 50:1. The emissivity is adjustable from 0.10 to 1.00. The temperature range is -50 to 2200 Degree C. It also measures Atmospheric Temperature, Dew Point & Wet Bulb Temperature and Humidity. A K-type thermocouple can be used to measure temperature from -50 to 1370 Degree C in the contact type mode.

For more information CEM INSTRUMENTS (INDIA) PVT. LTD India Office: 32A, Ganesh Chandra Avenue, 4th Floor, Kolkata – 700013 West Bengal Tel: +91-33-22151379 / 22159759; Fax: +91-33-22154821 Email: info@cem-india.com; info@cem-instruments.in Website: www.cem-india.com; www.cem-instruments.in

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Keystone Engineering’s Innovative Design Delivers the First Commercial Offshore Wind Farm in U.S.

eystone Engineering provided an innovative jacket-type support structure design for five, 6-megawatt wind turbine generators on America’s first offshore wind farm. Supplying power to Rhode Island’s Block Island and the rest of New England via subsea cable, the 30-megawatt Block Island Wind Farm was chosen to kick start offshore wind farms. This location was chosen because the cost of electricity in this region is four to five times higher than in other parts of the U.S. The design was selected because it significantly reduces the cost of steel required for the wind farm, can be installed in great water depths, and can operate in a larger weather window. For this USD 290 million project, Keystone Engineering leveraged SACS to design the composite construction and complex nodal geometry using traditional jacket foundations, leading to installed-cost savings of 20 percent

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and making the project economically feasible. SACS enabled the team to parallel-process multiple simulations and perform multiple design iterations in the time it would normally take to do a single iteration. This shortened the design cycle by 50 percent as compared to typical European offshore wind projects. Addressing offshore-specific design challenges posed by extreme loading situations, such as turbine control faults and hurricanes, as well as the fatigue

performance over the operating lifetime of a wind turbine structure, was crucial to project success. Keystone used the integrated SACS analysis environment to perform fully coupled hydrodynamic/ aerodynamic analyses, and produced an innovative, proven concept design in a significantly shorter time that is verified against a 1000-year weather event (in other words, it is hurricane proof). Benjamin Foley, P.E., general manager-offshore renewables, Keystone Engineering Inc., said, “The effort put in by the Bentley SACS team to couple its post-processing capabilities with the hydrodynamic/aerodynamic modeling capabilities of other software systems has allowed for the first truly useful coupled analysis in the offshore wind industry. This has resulted in significant time and cost savings for the offshore wind foundation/sub-structure engineering community.”

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Sterling and Wilson Brings Grid Power to Light up Sagar Island

he 100% electrification project of Sagar Island by West Bengal State Electricity Distribution Company Limited that received funding from the World Bank (ICZ) and State Fund has recently been commissioned by Sterling and Wilson Pvt. Ltd. The project will directly benefit the inhabitants of Sagar Island by making grid power available to them at their door step thus facilitating accelerated irrigation, support to the food processing industry, strengthening of education and health service, and providing much needed boost to the development of tourism on the Island. With the completion of the project the entire population of around 2.26 lakh people which amounts to around 43,000 households living on the Island will have access to grid connected power supply. Sterling and Wilson, India’s leading MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Public Health Engineering) Services Company has commissioned the 100% electrification project of Sagar Islands popularly known as Gangasagar that is situated in South 24 Parganas district of West Bengal near the Bay of Bengal. Under this project Sterling

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and Wilson was entrusted with the design, engineering, supply, erection, testing and commissioning of materials for the complete electrification of all 42 mouzas of Sagar Island with 100% household electrification work. Sterling and Wilson was appointed to implement this project by the West Bengal State Electricity Distribution Company Limited due to its excellent project execution record and superior engineering capabilities. Speaking at the commissioning of the electrification project of Sagar Island, Mr. Bikesh Ogra, President Sterling and Wilson Electrical & Solar Division said, “We are pleased to commission this unique and challenging project for West Bengal State Electricity Distribution Company Limited. This project will truly bring about a lot of development in the lives of the residents of Sagar Island. Connecting the Island which is around 3.7 Km away from main land and separated by the river Muri ganga on the eastern side was one of the most demanding aspects of this project apart from the tight time schedule. However, our dedicated team of engineers and skilled man power stood up to the task

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POWER » and delivered a solution that is sure to brighten up and add value to the lives of the inhabitants of this Island.” Sterling and Wilson has implemented comprehensive solutions during the design and engineering phase to ensure ease of operation and maintenance work for the project. The materials for the project were transferred to the site over Muri Ganaga River by transport barges. Sterling and Wilson transported and used around 31,000 PCC poles, 42 kM trunk & 448 kM Spur line for the project. The entire execution team was sourced from Kolkata and adjoining areas and placed under the direct supervision of engineers and linesmen from Sterling and Wilson. During the last 12 months of the project phase, work was carried on a round the clock basis to meet the stringent time lines. With an eye on safety the said project was executed with Zero accident and was completed within the project time frame of thirty six months.

About Sterling and Wilson

conglomerate - Shapoorji Pallonji Group, and is one of India’s leading MEP services provider. Sterling and Wilson’s range of offerings cover Turnkey MEP projects, Turnkey EPC for Solar power projects , Electrical, HVAC, DG sets from 10 kVA to 3300 kVA, Manufacturing of HT/LT Panels, Plumbing and Fire Fighting, Security and Fire Alarm systems, Mechanical EPC, EBOP Power & Metals and EHV Substations, Distributed Power & Co-generation, Data Centre EPC, Operation & Maintenance and International Operations. Today Sterling and Wilson, has evolved as India’s leading MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Public Health Engineering) Services Company. Some of the iconic projects accomplished by Sterling and Wilson are First International Financial Centre (FIFC), Terminal 3- Indira Gandhi International Airport, Lulu International Mall, Buddh International Circuit, Ford India, to name a few.

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Sterling and Wilson is India’s largest Solar EPC in terms of number of projects that are spread across the country. Sterling and Wilson was awarded the “Energize” Indian Power Sector Award for “Excellence in Solar EPC” for the year 2012-13, as evaluated by Ernst & Young and presented by CNBC-TV 18. Sterling and Wilson is also recognized as India’s top solar EPC player and ranked globally 9th by IHS Solar Research’s report in Q3,2015 for Global PV integrators market share (IHS is a world leader in solar market research & analysis). Sterling and Wilson has also been awarded as “Leading Solar EPC Company” by Renewable Energy India Awards 2015 and Inter-solar India Award 2015 Solar Projects in India for 11 MWp Solar PV Plant in Maharashtra. Internationally, the company is presently developing a pipeline of projects across India, Middle-east, Central Asia, East Asia and Africa. For more information www.sterlingandwilson.com

Sterling and Wilson, which began its operations in 1927 as Wilson Electric Works, is a group company of the 150 year old US$ 3 billion business

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“Since using Equator we have not made a single bad part and have reduced part production cost by 27%”

The quality of the products a company produces, and their assurance of that quality, can mean all the difference to successfully acquiring contracts. Maintaining that quality also significantly increases the chances of repeat business. High-Tech Engineering, a precision engineering company based in Dunstable, Bedfordshire, UK, has always focused on the quality of the parts it produces. Now with its latest addition, a Renishaw Equator gauging system, it is reaching 100% part inspection and zero scrap whilst halving the operator requirements and reducing part production costs by 27%.

Two parts produced by High-Tech engineering

tarted in 1985 by Managing Director, Steve Tickner, High-Tech Engineering built a reputation in the motorsport industry for delivering high quality machined parts. The company has since moved into the aerospace sector and gained some key industry approvals, including becoming a preferred supplier to Rolls-Royce and BAE Systems. Recently High-Tech won a contract to produce precision milled titanium parts for a large aerospace customer. Due to the nature of the parts, High-Tech was instructed to carry out 100% part inspection. Steve Tickner explains, “We knew from the start that we would need to find an inspection method which could not only meet the cycle time requirements for the part, but would be a cost effective solution for us as well. Relying on the CMM we already had wasn’t going to be an option. We couldn’t risk any bottlenecks. We knew that we would either need another CMM or something else which could give us the measuring capacity. That’s what led us to the Renishaw Equator.” Equator™ gauging system acquisition It was through a simple internet search that

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Steve came to learn of the Equator gauging system. After some research and following meetings with representatives from Renishaw, High-Tech was impressed with what the Equator gauging system could offer, and was particularly pleased with the overall price of the system. Commenting on why HighTech bought the Renishaw Equator gauging system, Steve says: “Space on our factory floor is at a premium. Within the space we set aside for this cell we had to include faster, more efficient technology. This meant that a co-ordinate measuring machine (CMM) with a temperature controlled environment was far too big to be practical. The Equator suited the space perfectly as it’s a compact machine. The added bonus is the fact it is thermally insensitive and doesn’t require any air supply, meaning we didn’t need to spend additional time, money and effort putting in another temperature controlled room or extra piping.” High-Tech is currently using the Renishaw Equator gauging system to perform 100% inspection of a complex aerospace part. It works by comparing the manufactured parts against a matching master part, gauging all the features in a single operation with an

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The factory floor at High-Tech engineering immediate pass/fail decision, along with a report of the component dimensions. Comprehensive measurement in half the time of the existing CMM option The Equator gauging system is used to gauge around 150 features including a number of bores, thicknesses and form measurements on the part with typical tolerances of ±25 µm. The Equator gauging system does this within 10 minutes and well within the production requirements, far less than the machining time. This is almost a 50% reduction in cycle time compared to running the program on High-Tech’s CMMs. Process control, run by the machine tool operator Production at High-Tech runs 24 hours per day, 5 days per week and is split into 2 overlapping shifts. During this time Equator is used by a number of operators with varying skill sets. Previously, High-Tech Engineering would have relied on its CMMs, housed away from the machine tool in a temperature-controlled quality room. Using the CMM for the latest job would have involved two separate operators, firstly the operator machining the part and secondly the operator with the specialist skills to operate

the CMM. By using an Equator instead, newly trained staff can use dimensions from a certified component, approved by the QC operators, to “zero” the Equator gauging system and set its accuracy for subsequent measurements. This has allowed the same operator who machined the part to measure the part, halving the operator time required. Flexibility and future proofing The Equator™ gauging system is fully programmable and can be used on multiple parts, meaning High-Tech Engineering can perform highly repeatable and rapid automated routines across numerous contracts resulting in significantly reduced labour costs. Ease of use – push-button simplicity Commenting on this, Mr Tickner states, “All of the operators can use Equator. It really is easy; just load the part and push the button. It completely simplifies the process and frees up manpower, which in turn helps to deliver ROI very rapidly for the cell.” High-Tech has managed to reduce the cost of producing the aerospace part by 27% with the Equator gauging system being a factor in that. This has had a real impact on the competitiveness of this sort of

The quality control room at High-Tech engineering

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production, allowing the company to make the same precision quality parts, whilst also delivering better value to its customers. It is through implementing these types of solutions and continually striving to improve their processes that High-Tech has been awarded 6 consecutive SC21 silver awards, which is unrivalled in the UK. This award recognises excellence within the aerospace and defence industry, for the quality of the products a company produces, as well as its ability to supply them. To receive a silver award a company must consistently achieve at least 95% for delivery performance and at least 99.5% on quality of parts to all of its customers. Mr Tickner explains “Since we started using Equator we have not made a single bad part. The Equator is allowing the operators to operate complete process control. They all look at the Process Monitor screen, part of the Equator software, which lists all of the features being gauged. Next to the feature name there is a little bar which turns from green to amber to red as the size or location for each feature begins to drift. The operators know which tool on the machine is responsible for each feature and so can take corrective measures to occasionally tweak the process, to come back well within tolerance. As we carry out 100% inspection, it would be very hard to make a part wrong.” He continues, “We are also using the gauge data to trial different types of tool, to see which gives us the best level of efficiency – something which might save us more money in the future.” Outlook Following the success of this manufacturing cell, Mr Tickner plans to use the Equator gauging system as part of future cells he will be commissioning for jobs in the pipeline. He concludes: “When you find something which helps you make a perfect part every time, reduces manpower commitments, reduces overall costs and doesn’t cost a fortune itself, it’s a winning solution. All of the benefits are passed on to our customers who know they are getting the best quality at the best price”. www.renishaw.com/gauging

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FKM Sintertechnik orders LaserCUSING systems from Concept Laser

KM Sintertechnik GmbH based in Biedenkopf has been an important pioneer in selective laser sintering (SLS) in Germany and Europe since 1994. According to the company, it is one of the largest providers of additively manufactured products in Europe, yet its 3D metal printing capacity is still experiencing expansion with an eye toward the future. Beside the existing 3000 m2 production area, a new 700 m2 production hall is currently being built in Biedenkopf to meet the vigorously growing demand for additive products made of metal. FKM Sintertechnik GmbH is betting on machine solutions from Concept Laser for this facility and has ordered several machines in the medium and large build-chamber range. FKM Sintertechnik bets on machine solutions from the Concept Laser Company Harald Henkel, Managing Director of FKM Sintertechnik GmbH, commented: “The market is currently developing toward batch

The M2 cusing Multilaser from Concept Laser (image courtesy of Concept Laser GmbH)

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production of 3D metallic products. In addition to the classic small batches and prototypes, industrial production lot sizes with a distinctive serial character are appearing now as well. With the strategic expansion of our 3D printing capacity, we want to be able to respond to increasing demand in a very flexible way and also to get in on increasing product dimensions.” The FKM Sintertechnik machine park already features the Mlab cusing and M2 cusing models from Concept Laser, as well as models from other suppliers. They were accompanied by a new M2 cusing Multilaser last fall, and as Harald Henkel explains, there’s more to come: “We have ordered another M2 cusing Multilaser for 2016. Build rates and the suitability of Multilaser technology for batch production fit very nicely with our business strategy, and we also want to be involved with very large build chambers. A new X line 2000R from Concept Laser featuring the world’s largest build envelope for powder-bed-based laser melting with metals will be delivered to us here in Biedenkopf in Q1

2016.” Machine solutions from Concept Laser impressed the decision makers at FKM Sintertechnik GmbH thanks to the systems’ high-quality and rugged design and the stringent safety standards applied in accordance with ATEX directives for the safe processing of reactive materials. In addition to their “external values,” the systems’ high performance and excellent surface quality are also impressive. Investing in the medium build-chamber range – The M2 cusing Multilaser The new M2 cusing Multilaser has been outfitted with a new and modern set of “clothes,” but the changes are more than skin deep. The machine also features a fully integrated design, which means that “satellite solutions” are no longer used for laser sources and filter technology. This closed solution is advantageous to the user thanks to the accessibility of system components and a reduced space requirement. This new machine design doesn’t just underscore further development of system technology externally, though. The new M2 cusing also features a new filter concept with a filter surface five times greater in size, having increased from a previous 4 m2 to 20 m2 now. The new filter module was designed with fixed piping and to be fully integrated into the system. As a result, the filter’s replacement intervals can be extended considerably, which increases overall system availability. This is especially noticeable when using Multilaser technology and from the resulting increase of smoke particles. This is why significantly faster build rates require safer filter replacement concepts. Every filter replacement has to be fast and easy. The new filter technology was developed with a primary focus on safety aspects. This is why the M2 cusing is outfitted with a water-floodable filter as standard, so as to ensure safe handling during filter replacement.

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Harald Henkel, Managing Director of FKM Sintertechnik GmbH, and Oliver Edelmann, Vice President Sales & Marketing at Concept Laser GmbH, shaking hands in front of the newly installed M2 cusing Multilaser

Investing in the largest buildchamber range – The X line 2000R Coming in at 800 x 400 x 500 mm3 (L x W x H), the new X line 2000R from Concept Laser features the world’s largest build envelope currently available and boasts high build rates using Multilaser technology. The X line 2000R increases build volume in comparison to its predecessor model by nearly 27% from 126 L to 160 L and works with two 1,000-Watt lasers. This enables exposure of the build area from two positions simultaneously. The X line 2000R also has a rotating mechanism which allows two build modules to be used reciprocally, thus guaranteeing constant production with no downtimes. The sieving station is also new, whereby a quiet vibration sieve is used instead of a tumbler sieve. This makes for a more compact design, as the over-sized grain container is smaller and integrated into the sieving station. The new sieve module reduces the system’s footprint and is visually fully clad, which makes for a clean and tidy environment. The newly designed dosing unit enables full dose chamber filling within a single cycle.

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X line 2000R from Concept Laser (image courtesy of Concept Laser GmbH)

For more information www.concept-laser.de

The company FKM Sintertechnik GmbH in Biedenkopf

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The Pipe Conveyor is customised to fit perfectly into the local environment.

Perfectly integrated into the environment Portlandzementwerk Wotan H. Schneider relies on Pipe Conveyor by BEUMER Group:

ortlandzementwerk Wotan H. Schneider from Üxheim-Ahütte in the Volcanic Eifel has acquired a Pipe Conveyor manufactured by BEUMER Group to transport clinker to its cement mill. The 200-metre-long conveying system is customised to fit perfectly into the local environment. Since the system is completely enclosed, no material can fall on the road or passing vehicles. Additionally, absolutely no dust is released into the air, which greatly benefits the environment, which greatly benefits the environment. Furthermore, the conveyor is economical in operation, energy-efficient and maintenance-friendly. Around 380 million years ago, huge limestone reserves accumulated in the lime dell of Hillesheim in the Volcanic Eifel region of Germany. Numerous dolomite formations and several basalt and lava cones demonstrate the geological diversity of the area. At the heart of the region lies

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the small parish of Üxheim-Ahütte. Portlandzementwerk Wotan H. Schneider KG, informally known as Wotan Zement, has had its plant on the outskirts of the village with 180 inhabitants since 1923. The family-owned enterprise has 70 employees and produces nine cement types. According to technical director Gerd Morenhoven, these include Portland cement, Portland limestone cement, Portland pozzolana cement, blast-furnace cement and Portland slag cement. These are bagged or filled into silo trucks and transported to construction sites, ready-mix plants, concrete component manufacturers and building material traders. The enterprise mines the necessary raw materials (limestone and marl) in the Üxheim, Nohn, Berndorf and Kerpen quarries that all lie closely together in the lime dell of Hillesheim. For the manufacturing of cement clinker, limestone and marl are crushed and homogenised with

additional raw materials. In raw mills, the materials are ground to the necessary grain size and dried. The resulting raw meal is then homogenised and temporarily stored in large silos. To obtain cement clinker, a coarse intermediate product, the raw meal is first transported into the cyclone preheater. There it is preheated and deacidified at temperatures of over 950 degrees Celsius. The material then moves into the rotary kiln where it is burned at temperatures of around 1,450 degrees Celsius. “Due to increased demand for Portland cement we currently need to buy additional cement clinker. It is delivered in trucks to a specially built clinker receiving station”, explains the technical director. The cement manufacturer needed an efficient solution for transporting the arriving material to the processing site. “We were looking for an eco-friendly and low-maintenance solution”, specifies Gerd Morenhoven. The new conveyor had

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Wotan Zement built a special receiving station for purchased clinker.

to be optimally adapted to the existing premises; for example, it had to follow the course of the access road and not lose any material during transport, even on uphill and downhill slopes.

Comprehensive expertise, optimum support For the building material manufacturer, BEUMER Group was their first choice to supply optimal conveying equipment. The provider of conveying solutions has been well-established in the building industry for nearly 80 years. BEUMER has bundled its comprehensive expertise in the industry and established different Centers of Competence to offer optimal support to building material manufacturers by providing single-source solutions. The Pipe Conveyor segment is one of BEUMER’s Centers of Competence, which are in charge of worldwide project management and sales. This specific project was carried

out in close collaboration between the group companies in Austria and the Czech Republic.

Maximum environmental protection, minimum maintenance “Together with the management team in Üxheim-Ahütte, we developed a solution that is tailored exactly to match the customer’s requirements”, says Josef Amon, project manager at BEUMER Group Austria GmbH who was responsible for the project. It became apparent that a Pipe Conveyor was the best solution offering environmental protection and low maintenance. Wotan Zement already has a Pipe Conveyor and the system has stood the test of time. “Its closed design reliably protects the environment from dust and people or vehicles from falling goods”, explains Josef Amon. The conveyors also offer many other advantages. They are able to navigate long distances and tight

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vertical and horizontal curve radii. The ability to negotiate sharp curves means that far fewer transfer towers are needed in comparison with other belt conveyors or, depending on conveying length and curve radii, even none at all. Thanks to this, the customer can significantly reduce costs and BEUMER can more easily adapt the system to specific requirements. BEUMER Group supplied and installed a system with a pipe diameter of 200 millimetres and a length of 213 metres. It conveys up to 200 tons of material per hour. Another system advantage is the reduced noise emission of the Pipe Conveyor. Special idlers, low-noise bearings and electric motors work very quietly. “This makes for a more pleasant working environment for our employees. Besides, the people in the vicinity are not disturbed by the noise. It is an important aspect, since the plant is located on the outskirts”, notes Gerd Morenhoven. Smooth performance from start to finish Besides the supply and installation of the Pipe Conveyor, BEUMER also took care of all the necessary solutions for ensuring flawless operation. Among other things, BEUMER equipped the conveying system with a magnetic separator. The route of the Pipe Conveyor now runs along the access road, crosses a weigh-bridge, then reaches a two-way chute. There, clinker is either transported to the mill via an existing reversible belt conveyor or taken to the existing clinker store.

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BEUMER Group was in charge of the entire process. BEUMER Austria took over the project implementation: its employees created the basic design and included all the systems supplied by the customer, delivered the components and commissioned the Pipe Conveyor. BEUMER Czech Republic a.s. took care of the detailed engineering, the steel structure and the installation. “We designed the frames so that they could support the pipeline for pneumatic cement transport supplied by the customer”, explains Josef Amon. This pneumatic pipeline was part of another

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BEUMER perfectly integrated the Pipe Conveyor into the existing system.

The take-up device is installed in the feeding area, where the customer is installing a dedusting unit.

project. The simultaneous use of the Pipe Conveyor frames as a pipeline bridge allowed for substantial cost savings in the other project. “The challenge was to do without additional supporting structures”, says Josef Amon. Furthermore, the engineers integrated the Pipe Conveyor

into the existing plant structure. “However, because the system was quite old, there was very little documentation left”, he reminisces. That challenge, too, was successfully mastered by BEUMER, as Pipe Conveyors are quite easy to integrate into existing plants.

The connection of the Pipe Conveyor to the existing discharging point was a very challenging task. The complete project implementation lasted around ten months. Since February 2015 the system has been operating successfully. “We are very pleased”, says the technical director, Gerd Morenhoven. “The transport from the clinker receiving station to the clinker store or the mill is performed quietly, quickly and without material loss”.

BEUMER uses durable conveyor belts ensuring high tensile strength. To fulfil accident prevention regulations and safety requirements, the walkway side is covered with perforated plates.

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Decentralized servo technology without language barriers

Thanks to the multi-language interface, decentralized servo axes with stainless-steel motors can be incorporated very easily into different control systems.

OLLMORGEN develops a multi-language interface for Profinet, Ethernet/IP, EtherCAT & Co. Although machinery and plant engineering certainly has international characteristics, there are still some continentalspecific features that need to be accounted for with technical equipment. These include in particular the selection of control systems, as well as the language spoken in the bus. The prevalence of Rockwell with Ethernet/IP in America and of Siemens with Profinet in Europe is a good example of this. These regional practices mean that

manufacturers supplying both regions need to equip their machinery with the relevant control systems as required. Since the issue of communication automatically arises with selection of the relevant automation, KOLLMORGEN has now made it easier to connect the relevant control system to the decentralized servo technology in the form of the decentralized AKD-N series using a multi-language interface.

Benefits of Modularization

and lower installation and assembly costs are just three of the benefits of using decentralized servo technology in mechanical engineering. First of all, the positioning of the control engineering in the immediate vicinity of the actual drive task creates space in the control cabinet. These can be smaller as a result, allowing them to be integrated more easily and in a more compact manner in machine racks. Aside from a more efficient operating surface, the AKD-N devices also provide greater freedom to development departments for constructing new machines with less spatial restrictions through their robust design and IP 65 degree of protection. Another effect of moving the servo drive technology to the machine: the thermal losses are no longer concentrated at one spot in the control cabinet, which in turn saves money by eliminating air conditioning and thereby reducing operating costs over the long term. As a result of derating, KOLLMORGEN has made a conscious decision to develop the AKD-N decentralized servo controllers as an offset solution. This way the devices provide full power. With the hybrid “piggyback” solution the thermal discharge from the motors can result in more than 30 percent power loss. The “next door” approach also creates more freedom in selecting a motor compared with having everything in the center.

Space savings, increased energy efficiency

Motors Selection: Maximum Freedom

Structure of KOLLMORGEN’s decentralized servo system with the AKD-C feed-in module and the decentralized AKD-N servo controller.

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Standardized synchronous motors, customer-specific special motors, hygienic premium steel motors in protection class IP69K, linear and rotating direct drives and asynchronous machines: decentralized AKD servo controllers can cope with whichever motor you are controlling! This makes it so easy in practice to use the best system for the relevant drive task, without having to get bogged down in the multiple versions available. Since the decentralized

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controllers also use the same functional AKD platform, mixed forms of centralized and decentralized controllers can also be easily implemented within the same application. All in all, KOLLMORGEN supports designs for perfect-fitting solutions with a high degree of standardization, which ultimately reduces storage, documentation and purchasing costs. The features of the decentralized servo technology outlined briefly can be used independently of the higher-level control system thanks to further developments in communication. Profinet, Ethercat, Ethernet/IP: machine and plant manufacturers no longer need to worry about the language of their control system thanks to the multi-language interface. As communication in KOLLMORGEN’s AKD-N system is ultimately now just a question of the software settings, the actuators can be adapted “at the touch of a button” if the PLC changes based on market differences. This way manufacturers have the benefit of being able to design their machines free from country-specific features or their customers’ special plant regulations. It is also much easier to modularize the whole ensemble – an aspect for which decentralized servo technology, in particular, is able to demonstrate its full performance capacity.

Parameterize using a few movements For Silvester Tribus, CEO of TBM Automation AG in Switzerland, this independence forms the basis for integrating machines into an existing plant network more easily and quickly. “We deal with very special requirements and needs related to functions or data logging on a daily basis. If we are open in terms of the protocols, we are able to meet these requests with every control system.” What is specified and in what format differs greatly in the experience of the Swiss CEO. “Some customers specify the control system, some the entire technology, and for others it doesn’t matter. They want their machine fitted out in such a way that they achieve the required performance and quality – the exact way that this is done is left to us.” In terms of communication the full-service partner for industrial automation from Widnau,

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from restrictions on the PLC side. The multi-language communication module supports the entire ensemble with local logic for extremely rapid reactions at the servo axis in micro seconds. The new communication module thereby opens up closed systems, enabling completely new and open designs.

About Kollmorgen

No loss of power through derating: KOLLMORGEN’s decentralized servo technology is positioned directly at the motor as an offset controller.

south of Lake Constance, always states that machinery and plant engineering is in great shape when programming a control system, but regarding the field bus the matter “is becoming more difficult”. As a result KOLLMORGEN has written the finished software modules for the multi-language interface and collated these in a library that reproduces at least 80 percent of the basic functions. “The remainder can be adjusted in just a few parameterization steps”, says Tribus. The multi-language interface is integrated into the enclosure for the central AKD-C supply unit. The decentralized servo controllers are connected to the control cabinet unit with just one cable – arranged in a line rather than in awkward star wiring. The AKD-C feed-in module can be used to connect up to 16 decentralized AKD-N servo axes via the grid-bound DC supply. The system cables are just 11 millimeters thick and therefore require less space. The eight-pin structure on the inside draws the DC supply of the decentralized AKD-N drives, provides the 24V supply, the bus communication, transmits signals and brake management.

Kollmorgen is a leading provider of integrated automation and drive systems along with corresponding components for machine builders all over the world. With more than 70 years of Motion Control Design and application experience and profound knowledge of constructing standard and special solutions, Kollmorgen supplies solutions time and again that stand out in terms of performance, quality, reliability, and ease of use. As a result customers can achieve a market advantage which is beyond question.

The Bottom Line

Alexander Hack, KOLLMORGEN Europe, Ratingen

With the new multi-functional communication interface which is unique in the drive technology market, KOLLMORGEN provides an option for switching between control systems with just one “click” with decentralized drive architectures. This makes it possible to design machines free

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B Backfill Compound Ball Bearing Units Ball Transfer Units Barriers Basic Meters Battery Analysers Bayonet Heaters Bevel Gear Solutions Brake Motors Building Energy Management System Building Wire

142 133 35 7 85 67 139 51 73 85 10

C Cable Glands 16, 17, 111 Cable Jointing Kits 117 Cable Routing Systems 21 Cable Support Systems 21 Cables 16, 17, 117 CAM Software 79 Capacitors 31 Carbon Steel Flanges 131 Ceramic Cappilaries 3 Ceramic Insulators 3 Ceramic Pyrometry Tubes 3 Ceramic Solid Rods 3 Chamfering and Deburring Machines BACK PAGE Chemical Mixer 139 Chemical Process Equipments & Components 139 Circular & Jib Cranes 19 Clamp Meters 49, 67 Clamps for Linear Guids 35 Cleaning & Painting System 5 CNC Lathe INSIDE BACK COVER CNC Machine INSIDE BACK COVER CNC Machining Center INSIDE BACK COVER CNC Milling Machine INSIDE BACK COVER CNC Turning Center INSIDE BACK COVER CNC Vertical Machining Center INSIDE BACK COVER Coil Springs 95 Colour Sensors 9 Column Internals 139 Columns & Tower 139 Communication Cable 10 Composite Coble 10 Compressed Air Pipeline Network System 56 www.engrreview.com

Compression Fittings Condenser Conductors Conduits Connection and Fastening Systems Consumables Control Cable Control Gears Control Products Controllers Counters Cutting Tools Cylinder Home Position Control Cylinder Manifold Systems Cylinder Manifold with Delivery Staions Cylindrical Gear Solutions D Data Signal Cables DC Energy Meter DC/AC Geared Motor Dead Weight Pressure Tester Deceleration Products Device Systems Digital Clampmeters Digital Multimeters Drag Servo & Variable Flexible Data Cable Drives Dual Source Energy Meter Duplex Helical Coils

135 139 117 16-17 21 61 10 117 85 103 29 51, 151, 153 77 135 135 51

10 85 35 135 137 21 115 67, 113 10 39 85 139

E Earth Pit 142 Earth Testers 67 Earthing Electrodes 97, 142 Earthing Rods 142 ECM / PECM Machines BACK PAGE EDM Oils 107 EFD Solutions 129 EHV Installations INSIDE FRONT COVER Electric Chain Hoist 93 Electric Hoists 19 Electric Motors 117 Electrical CAD Software 127 Elevator Cable 10 Encoders 103 Energy Cables INSIDE FRONT COVER Energy Chains 101 Engineering Softwares INSIDE FRONT COVER & 1 EOT & HOT Cranes 19 EPC Services INSIDE FRONT COVER Evacuation & Gas Filling Unit 135 Evaporation Boats 139 Evaporative Coolers 131 Exotic Metal Fasteners 139 Explosion Proof 77 Extension Springs 53 F Falling Film Evaporator Fans & Appliances Feed Leg Slide Gates Fire Alarm Cables

139 117 139 10

Fire Proof Shutters Fire Protection Systems Fire Survival Cables Flashback Arrestor Flexible Cables Flexible Couplings Fluid Distribution Systems Forged Rounds Fourslide Parts Furnace Parts G Gas Filling & Transfer Device Gas Metal Arc Welding Machine Gas Phase Filtration Systems Gas Regulators Gas Saver & Safety Switch Gas Springs Gas Stop Valve Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Machine Gauge Comparator Gear Boxes Gear Hobbing Machines Gear Oil Geared Motors Gears Goliath &Grabbing Cranes Grab Buckets Graphic Printers Greases Grinding Machines

7 21 10 135 101 35 53 131 53 139

135 123 133 135 135 137 135 123 135 43, 73 BACK PAGE 107 39, 43 35, 43 19 19 25 107 59, BACK PAGE

H Hand Chain Hoist 93 Hardening Systems BACK PAGE Harmonic Filter 109 Heat Exchanger 99, 139 Heating & Cooling Coils 139 Hi Flex Battery Cable 10 High Capacity Vibro Sifters 23 High Performance Water Soluble 107 High Precision Drives 47 High Pressure Compression Springs 53 High Pressure Hoses 135 High Profile Power Analyzers 85 High Speed Industrial Doors 7 High Voltage Insulating Matt 125 High-precision Digital Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge 151, 153 HMC Machine INSIDE BACK COVER HMIs 9, 29 Hot Forging Lubricants 107 Humidity & Moisture Meters 49 Hydraulic Oil 107 Hydraulic Pipes 131 Hydraulic Press 121 I Impeller Industrial Connectors Industrial Fasteners Industrial Forgings Industrial Network

139 71 131, 139 131 9

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PRODUCTS INDEX » INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS LISTING OF THE MONTH Industrial Plugs Industrial Sensors Industrial Shock Absorbers Indutrial Sockets Infrared Cameras Instrumentation Cable Insulation Testers IR Thermometers J Jigs & Fixtures Joining Machines

104-105 87 137 104-105 67 10 67, 81 67, 89

139 BACK PAGE

L Laser-Welding Machines BACK PAGE Light Meters 49 Lighting System 117 Lightning Arrestor 142 Linear Actuators 35 Linear Line 75 Linear Motion Guides 35 Linear Slides 101 Load Manager 85 Load-Holding Valves 77 Lockable Gas Springs 137 Logic Controllers FRONT GATEFOLD Logistics Services 15 Logout Tagout Products 141 Lubricated Piston Compressors 55 Lubricated Screw Compressors 55 M Machine Automation Controller 9 Machining Centers FALSE COVER, BACK PAGE Maintenance Aerosols 107 Metal & Component Cleaners 107 Metal Working Fluids 107 Metrology Fixtures 65 Metrology Solutions 51 Mild Steel Flanges 131 Mini Compression Springs 53 Modbus, Profibus, Foundation Field Bus 10 Modular Switches 117 Monitoring Relays FRONT GATEFOLD Motor Analyzer 33 Motorised Gates Sliding 7 Motorised Gates Swing 7 Motorised Rolling Shutters 7 Multi Channel Load Manager 85 Multi-Axis Motion Controller 35 Multicore Cable 10 MultiMeters 49 N Neat Cutting Oil Needle Valve Nickel Collecting Channel Non Return Valve Non-Destructive Testers O Oil Free Piston Compressors Oil Free Screw Compressors

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107 135 139 135 151, 153

55 55

Orbital Machine Overlay Nozzle Oxy-Fuel CNC Cutting Machines

123 139 61

P Pillow Blocks 133 Pinions 35 Pipes & Pipe Fittings 131, 139 Planetary Gearboxes 39 Plasma CNC Cutting Machines 61 Plasma Cutting Machine 123 PLCs 29 Plug Screw Conveyor 139 Polymer Bearings 101 Portable Digital METAL Hardness Tester 151, 153 Power Diagnostix Systems 83 Power Equipments INSIDE FRONT COVER Power Quality Analyzers 67 PowerDuos 85 Precision Ball Screws 35 Precision Measuring Instruments 151, 153 Precision Turned Parts 111 Prepaid Meters 85 Process Consulting INSIDE FRONT COVER & 1 Project Engineering Solutions 61 Proximity Sensors 9, 29 R Racks 35 Ratchet Lever Hoist 93 Reactor 139 Regenerative Braking Unit 11 Remote PLC FRONT GATEFOLD Resistance Welding Solutions 41 Retail Energy Solutions INSIDE FRONT COVER Robots 57 Rodless Cylinders 137 Rolling Grills 7 Rotary Encoders 29 Rust Cleaners 107 Rust Converters 107 S Safety Controllers 87 Safety Light Curtain 9 Safety Valve 135 SBS Balancing Equipments 20 Scope Meters 67 Seal Pot 139 Self-cleaning Enclosed Liquid Strainers 23 Servo Motor 9 Shielded Metal Arc Welding Machine 123 Shot Blasting Process For Pre Treatment 7 SMS Metrology Instruments 20 Soft Start Lockout-Tagout 77 Solar Application Cable 10 Solar Energy Solutions INSIDE FRONT COVER Sound Meters Water Quality Testers 49 Special Metal Lining on Tanks 139 Special Metal Machined Components 139 Split Core CT’s 85 SS Pipes 143 SS Plates 143

Stainless Steel Flanges Steel Mill Duty & Explosion Proof Cranes Stepper & BLDC Motor Storage Tank Submerged Arc Welding Machine Submersible Cable Switchgears

131 19 35 139 123 10 27, 117

T T & D Transformer Tank 5 T & D Transformer Tank - Robotic Welding 91 Tachometers 49 Tantalum Crucible for Diamond Polishing 139 Tantalum Nuts, Studs 139 Tantalum Repair Kits 139 Tantalum Washers, Screws 139 Telescopic Line 75 Tension Springs 137 Testing & Calibration 63 Thermal Cameras 49 Thermal Imager 13 Thermal Spray Coatings 119 Thermometers 49 Thermotip 139 Thermowell 139 Timers 29, FRONT GATEFOLD Titanium Immersion Heater 139 Titanium Lined or Clad Tank 139 Torsion Springs 53 Towers 117 Transient and Lightning Protection Systems 21 TRMS Multimeter 81 Tube and Couplings Machining Centers BACK PAGE Turning Machines BACK PAGE U Underfloor Systems Uniniyvin Cables

21 10

V Vaccum Pumps 135 Vapor Duct 139 Ventuary 139 VFD 9 Vibration Testers 67 Vibro Screens for Grading & Sorting 23 Video Inspection Cameras 49 Vision Sensors 9 VMC Machine INSIDE BACK COVER W Wave Springs Weir Plate & Chick Plate Welding Automation Welding Cable Welding Equipments Winches Wire Rope Hoist Wires Workholding

95 139 123 10 61 19 93 117 51

Z Zirconium cerpentine coil

139

3 Way Ball Valve

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AD INDEX COMPANY NAME

PG. NO.

COMPANY NAME

PG. NO.

COMPANY NAME

PG. NO.

DIEMOULD INDIA - 2016

HARTING (INDIA) PVT. LTD.

121

HAVELLS INDIA LTD.

27, 31

A.C. AUTOMATION

137

DOWEL ENGINEERING WORKS

ACMEE - 2016

ADOR WELDING LIMITED

EDDYCRANES ENGINEERS PVT. LTD.

AMTEX - 2016

APEX PRECISION MECHATRONIX PVT. LTD.

AUTOMATION INDIA WELDING TECHNOLOGY (P) LTD.

B BHARTI ENTERPRISE BOGE INDIA

142

ELMEASURE INDIA PRIVATE LTD.

EMAG INDIA PVT. LTD.

BACK PAGE

EPCOS INDIA PVT. LTD.

109

EPSON

25, 57

ERWIN JUNKER MASCHINENFABRIK GMBH

E-SQUARE ALLIANCE PVT. LTD.

141

IGUS (INDIA) PVT. LTD.

101

INDIA TOOLS & INSTRUMENTS CO.

151, 153

INNOVISTA SENSORS

FRONT GATEFOLD

INORBIT TOURS PVT. LTD.

146

INSTAMOD AIRPIPE PVT. LTD.

JANATICS INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED

JAY STEEL CORPORATION

143

JYOTI CERAMIC INDUSTRIES PVT. LTD.

JYOTI CNC AUTOMATION LTD.

INSIDE BACK COVER

F BONFIGLIOLI TRANSMISSION (PVT) LTD.

BRY-AIR (ASIA) PVT. LTD.

133

C CEM INSTRUMENTS (INDIA) PVT. LTD.

FLIR SYSTEMS INDIA PVT. LTD.

FLUID CONTROL RESEARCH INSTITUTE

FLUKE TECHNOLOGIES PVT. LTD.

G CNC SERVICING & SOLUTIONS (I) PVT. LTD. CNC SOFTWARE, INC. COLUMBUS McKINNON CORPORATION

FALSE COVER GALAXY EARTHING ELECTRODES (P) LTD. GEISSEL INDIA PVT. LTD.

111

GLEASON WORKS (INDIA) PRIVATE LIMITED

www.engrreview.com

131

HANNOVER MESSE - 2016

KOYO ELECTRONICS INDIA PVT. LTD.

KUEBLER AUTOMATION INDIA PVT. LTD.

103

H DESICCANT ROTORS INTERNATIONAL

133

KNOWELL INTERNATIONAL PVT. LTD.

129

LAPP INDIA PVT. LTD.

16-17

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AD INDEX COMPANY NAME

PG. NO.

COMPANY NAME

PG. NO.

COMPANY NAME

PG. NO.

LEE SPRING COMPANY INDIA PVT. LTD.

RENISHAW METROLOGY SYSTEMS LTD.

SWASTIK ROLLING SHUTTERS & MFG. WORKS

LEGRIS INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED

RISHABH INSTRUMENTS PVT. LTD.

RITTAL INDIA EPLAN DIVISION

INSIDE FRONT COVER & 1

RMG POLYVINYL INDIA LTD.

125

M MAXON PRECISION MOTOR INDIA PVT. LTD.

MECHELONIC ENGINEERS PVT. LTD.

MECO METERS PRIVATE LTD.

113, 115

MENNEKES ELECTRIC INDIA PVT. LTD.

ROLLON INDIA PVT. LTD. - INDIA ROSS CONTROLS INDIA PVT. LTD.

MGM-VARVEL POWER TRANSMISSION PVT LTD

MTEKPRO TECHNOLOGIES PVT. LTD.

33, 83

N 129

O OBO BETTERMANN INDIA PVT. LTD. OMRON AUTOMATION PVT. LTD.

135

PC|SCHEMATIC

127

R RAVIN INFRAPROJECT PVT. LTD.

178

ENGINEERING REVIEW

INSIDE FRONT COVER

MARCH 2016

TINITA ENGINEERING PVT. LTD.

139

TRANTER INDIA PVT. LTD.

RUSSELL FINEX INDIA

10 23

S SAFEXPRESS PVT. LTD.

SBS PRECISION SYSTEMS (INDIA) PVT. LTD.

SEE LUBE TECHNOLOGIES PVT. LTD.

107

SHANTHI GEARS LIMITED

SHREE NM ELECTRICALS LTD.

117

WARPP ENGINEERS PVT. LTD.

123

WELDINDIA CONSULTANCY PRIVATE LIMITED

WIN INDIA - 2016

136

WIRE & CABLE INDIA - 2016

138

Y YASKAWA INDIA PVT. LTD.

P PAARTH VALVES PVT. LTD.

TESTO INDIA PVT. LTD.

131

104-105 RR KABEL LIMITED

NORDSON INDIA PVT LTD

TEJ INDUSTRIES

SICK INDIA

SMALLEY STEEL RING COMPANY

SPRAYMET SURFACE TECHNOLOGIES PVT. LTD.

119

SPS AUTOMATION - 2016

144-145

ZENITH INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS

131

WE ELECTRIC INDIA PVT. LTD.

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THE EMAG VL-MACHINES MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE GUARANTEED HIGH STRENGTH

FULL AUTOMATION

SIMPLE HANDLING

COMPACT

VERTICAL MACHINING: SAFE AND EFFICIENT

HIGHLIGHTS + + + +

Machining of chuck parts = Standardised machine platform Small footprint = Reduced floor space cost Integrated automation = No additional cost Simple workpiece conveyor & interlinking = Flexibility and lower automation costs

+ Short traverse distances = Minimal idle time, high performance

+ Operator friendly = Quick set-up, change-over + Standardised parts strategy = Low maintenance costs + High energy efficiency = Reduced energy cost

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