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EDITORIAL INDEX A Ace Designers Ador Welding

170 236

B Balluff Beumer Group BMW India

140 242 16

C CG Cognex Concept Laser

92 164 220

D Danfoss DMG MORI

8 182

F Fluid Control Research Institute Fluke India G Geissel India GMA Welding Grind Master Machines

166 234 198, 171

H Haas Automation HARTING Heidenhain HMS Industrial Networks

176 156 208 148

I Igus InORBIT Tours Instamod Airpipe International Springs

160 38 6 206

J Jindal Stainless Ltd. K Kemppi India Kennametal L Lanxess Lapp India Linde M Mastercam 2 | MAY 2015 | ENGINEERING REVIEW

250 56

MathWorks Maxon Motor Meco Meters Pvt. Ltd. Metal Recycling Association of India Mitsubishi Electric N Neptune Nord Drivesystems

226 136 74 24 94

76 152, 154

P Panasonic India Pepperl+Fuchs Pethe Industrial Marketing Co. Philips

52 150 240 98

R Raheja Universal (Pvt.) Ltd. Raychem RPG Red Lion Controls Renishaw Rollon India RR Kabel Ltd.

58 116 162 192 144 62

S SBS Precision Systems Schneider Electric Shree Vasudha Gel Earthing SICK India Socomec Spraymet Surface Technologies Sterling & Wilson Sterling Generators Stratasys Sumitomo Drive Technologies Suzlon Group

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T Testo India TĂ&#x153;V Rheinland

128 88

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232 219

22 90 36

W Wacker Walchandnagar Industries Werner Electric India

28 110 126

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Airpipe: Delivering Speed | Reliability | Service “ We understand that designing and installing a piping system can be a tricky, complex and time-consuming job. With the aluminum piping, accessory and service options , you can design and build your system quickly and easily. There is no need for extra manpower or complicated tools. Our pipes are easy to install and use. While our piping options may be quick and easy, they are also unsurpassed in reliability with a solid 10-year warranty.”

luminum compressed Air Pipe has become very popular today. This has been developed not only to provide smooth inner surface and eliminate self contamination but also to offer enhanced flexibility to meet the ever changing compressed air distribution needs. When making the choice of material for your compressed air system, consider aluminum piping as a more cost-effective and reliable option. There are many advantages to using Aluminum Air Pipe and Our air compressor piping options will certainly impress. We ensure that each aluminum pipe is of the highest quality and: • Has a smooth surface • Has a low friction factor • Has a low pressure drop • Is corrosion free • Is lightweight • Is quick and easy to cut • Is pre-painted Aluminum Air Pipe is known for fast, reliable and easy service. We understand that designing and installing a piping system can be a tricky, complex and time-consuming job. With the aluminum piping, accessory and service options , you can design and build your system quickly and easily. There is no need for extra manpower or complicated tools. Our pipes are easy to install and use. While our piping options may be quick and easy, they are also unsurpassed in reliability with a solid 10-year warranty. When you choose Aluminum Air Pipe, you will not be disappointed. Rather, you will be happy to find a quick and reliable service that can help you design your air compressor pipe systems, ensuring you have each component you need at a great price. We have embraced technological advances and better business practices in order to Exceed our Customers Expectations. Through extensive experience and a deep understanding of the ever-changing conditions within the marketplace, our teams continually deliver outstanding customer support levels and comprehensive product and technical solutions in order to meet the demands of our customers, and to maintain growth within their business.

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Continued from page no.4 We have participated in Tex Tech Show, the gateway to Madurai’s textile and garment market and the opportunities it holds to the participants. This show is promoted by Knit Show and City Leaves, a media house in the textile Industry. This year’s event over 100 exhibitors from different parts of the country participated and bring a greater number of business visitors from Madurai and other textile centers of the neighbourthood such as Andipatti, Aruppukottai, Chatrapatti, Chinnalapatti, Dindigul, Karaikudi, Nagarkovil, Rajapalayam, Sankarankovil, Sellur, Srivilliputtur, Thalavaipuram, Theni, Tirunelveli, Virudhunagar and some part of south Kerala This Exhibition will open out new pastures for us , giving a new push to our business. HANNOVER MESSE 2015 gave tangible shape to the vision of the “intelligent factory”. In the factory of the future, information will be seamlessly exchanged between machines and products, ensuring optimal results and peak efficiency. More than 220,000 trade visitors – 70,000 of whom came from outside Germany – used HANNOVER MESSE to catch up on the latest technologies and make key investment decisions. The show placed major emphasis on the digitization of manufacturing as well as on human-machine collaboration, innovative subcontracting solutions and intelligent energy systems – topics which pulled in the crowds. India has made a real splash as this year’s Partner Country , creating a truly impressive showcase to promote its ‘Make in India’ campaign. HANNOVER MESSE visitors were delighted with India’s confident, innovative and fresh presence. Since AIRPIPE started India operation from last 6 months and we also participated in this technology fair. India’s objective was to encourage foreign companies to set up shop there, and to encourage Indian enterprises to form even closer partnerships with German business and industry.

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Danfoss announces 2014 Danfoss TurbocorTM OEM Award Winners The OEM Awards Program started in 2010 with the objective of identifying and rewarding the OEMs that are making significant impact in promoting and selling the Danfoss Turbocor products in the global market. Since then, several OEMs have grown and have been rewarded by moving up to the next award status.

2014 Award Winners Diamond • Cofely Refrigeration GmbH • Daikin Applied • Smardt Chiller Group, Inc. (incl. Smardt Inc. / Smardt OPK Chillers GmbH / Smardt-Powerpax) Platinum • Climaveneta S.p.A. • GEOCLIMA srl • Multistack, LLC

Gold • Airedale International Air Conditioning Ltd. • G.I. INDUSTRIAL HOLDING S.p.A. • Qingdao Haier Air Conditioning Electrical Corp., Ltd. • RC GROUP S.p.A. • The Arctic Chiller Group, Ltd. • Thermal Care, Inc. Silver • Blue Star Limited • Emicon A.C. S.p.A. • Superlink Group (China) • Uniflair S.p.A. The award winners received a personalized award and certificate.

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anfoss serves large HVAC original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) with the Danfoss Turbocor family of compressors. With factories, sales and service located throughout the world, our distinguished OEM customers bring innovative, reliable products to the HVAC market place. “We are proud to announce the OEM Award Winners for 2014 performance. The objective of the program is to recognize the contribution that our customers make to the success of Danfoss Turbocor Compressors, both in the past and as we move forward together in the future,” said Terry Sutherland, VP Sales & Marketing for Danfoss Turbocor Compressors. The OEM Awards Program started in 2010 with the objective of identifying and rewarding the OEMs that are making significant impact in promoting and selling the Danfoss Turbocor products in the global market. Since then, several OEMs have grown and have been rewarded by moving up to the next award status. The methodology for the OEM Award Program has been modified to reflect the actual OEM performance during past year based on total annual revenues for compressors and parts, warranty expenses as a percentage of total revenues, and other criteria such

as on time payment. This methodology is in effective for the 2014 OEM Awards and forward. Danfoss engineers technologies that enable the world of tomorrow to do more with less. We meet the growing need for infrastructure, food supply, energy efficiency and climate-friendly solutions. Our products and services are used in areas such as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, motor control and mobile machinery. We are also active in the field of renewable energy as well as district heating infrastructure for cities and urban communities. Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933 and today Danfoss is a world-leader, employing 22,500 employees and serving customers in more than 100 countries. We are still privately held by the founding family.

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Vol 15 Issue 1 May 2015 COMPANY PORTFOLIO

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Manufacturing Drives & Dynamics

Raheja - District II Mr. Ashish Raheja - Managing Director Raheja Universal (Pvt.) Ltd.

Mr. G. K. Pillai Managing Director & CEO Walchandnagar Industries Limited.

TECH TRENDS

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High tech manufacturing & its challenges

COVER STORY

Machine Tools Milieu Mr. A.P.Jàyanthram- Managing Dirtector, Heidenhain Optics & Electronics India Pvt.Ltd

Kabel 62 RR The Brand of India

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GBQ Microfinishing : The process of perfection

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The Art of GMA Welding of Aluminum

Mr. Shreegopal Kabra, President Ram Ratna Group

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POWER SECTION INDUSTRY FOCUS

Welding Goes Digital

Meco Meters : Leadership through innovation

Mr. Rashmi Ranjan Mohapatra, National Sales Manager, Kemppi India Pvt. Ltd.

POWER SECTOR The new rise

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Mr. Premchand Goliya - Managing Director Meco Meters Pvt.Ltd.

BUSINESS NEWS 52 World HRD Congress Honors Anchor Electricals with the Coveted Global HR Excellence Award 80 Schneider Electric IT Business wins top honours at CIO Choice awards for second consecutive year

Exciting developments in the welding world Mr. Satish Bhat, Managing Director, Ador Welding Ltd.

102 Thermal power takes the front seat in the Indian Power Sector

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AUTOMATION SECTION

MACHINE TOOLS SECTION

IN FOCUS

INDUSTRY FOCUS Werner Electric India : Global leadership with technology excellence Mr. Vinod Gupta, Managing Director, Werner Electric India Pvt. Ltd.

MACHINE TOOLS INDUSTRY Eyeing the prospects Mr. Shrinivas Shirgurkar Ace Designers Limited

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Sumitomo Drive : The legacy of technology perfection Mr. Chandrashekhar Paradkar, National Sales & Marketing Manager, Sumitomo Drive Technologies

Make in India The booster of machine tools industry

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INDUSTRY FOCUS

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Mr. Rajesh Parsramka - Director SBS Precision Systems (India) Pvt. Ltd.

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Shree Vasudha Gel Earthing: A range of high efficient product from earthing up to lightning arrestor.

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COMPANY PROFILE

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GEARS & MOTORS SECTION BUSINESS NEWS ZF Takes Over Industrial Gears and Wind Turbine Gearbox Business From Bosch Rexroth 14 | ENGINEERING REVIEW | MAY 2015

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COMPANY PROFILE

MATERIAL HANDLING SECTION

Mr. Meghasham Pethe - Director, Pethe Industrial Marketing Co. Pvt. Ltd.

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SBS Precision : The dynamic balancing & process control expert

COMPANY PROFILE

Mr. Samir Desai, National Product Manager, SICK India Private Limited

Mrs. Kelkar Director (Sales & Marketing) Grind Master Machines Pvt. Ltd.

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AUTOMATION INDUSTRY The smart future Mr. Kalidas Bhangare, Managing Director, Testo India Pvt. Ltd.

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Whither R&D? Dr. Jacob Chandapillai, Director, Fluid Control Research Institute, Palakkad

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PRODUCT SHOWCASE

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BMW Participates in ‘Make in India’

With Upto 50% Local Content in Cars Assembled at BMW Plant Chennai

Sachin Tendulkar at BMW Plant Chennai

Legendary sportsman Sachin Tendulkar makes cars along with the engineers at the assembly lines of BMW Plant Chennai

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elebrating the ‘Make in India’ initiative, BMW has further strengthened its commitment to the Indian market by increasing the level of localisation at BMW Plant Chennai upto 50 percent. Legendary sportsman Mr. Sachin Tendulkar marked the occasion in a unique way by assembling a BMW 5 Series using parts from Indian auto component suppliers. Mr. Sachin Tendulkar said, “I am an avid BMW enthusiast and have been driving BMW cars since a very long time. But the experience of making a BMW with my own hands was unique and unforgettable. I am impressed by the high quality standards followed at BMW Plant Chennai that ensure the impeccable performance of a BMW. I got the opportunity to go through the tiniest details and efforts that are put into making a BMW. Next time I take my

BMW out, I can proudly say – I have made one!” BMW Plant Chennai started operations on 29 March 2007. Since then, the BMW Group has strengthened its commitment to the Indian market and has continuously increased the number of its locally produced car models. Upto eight car models can be locally produced on two assembly lines at BMW Plant Chennai. Presently, the BMW 1 Series, the BMW 3 Series, the BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo, the BMW 5 Series, the BMW 7 Series, the BMW X1, the BMW X3 and the BMW X5 are locally produced at BMW Plant Chennai. Mr. Philipp von Sahr, President, BMW Group India said, “The BMW Group has always looked towards India with a long-term perspective

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Sachin Tendulkar making a BMW at BMW Plant Chennai

Continued from page no.16 and our strategy is based on an inclusive approach. We have continued to build our operations in India in a systematic way. With a strong portfolio of locally produced cars, the time was appropriate to partner with major Indian auto component suppliers. This decision benefits BMW in terms of cost optimization and value addition while at the same time it creates business and profitability for our suppliers – a win-win situation.” Some of the major auto components sourced for local production of cars at BMW Plant Chennai are: Engine and Transmission from Force Motors; Axles from ZF Hero Chassis; Door Panels and Wiring Harness from Draexlmaier India; Exhaust Systems from Tenneco Automotive India; Heating, Ventilating, Air-conditioning 18 | MAY 2015 | ENGINEERING REVIEW

and Cooling Modules from Valeo India and Mahle Behr and Seats from Lear India. Mr. Robert Frittrang, Managing Director, BMW Plant Chennai said, “BMW Plant Chennai takes pride in producing cars that have the same international quality standards as any of the BMW production and assembly facilities worldwide. Highly skilled employees, advanced manufacturing processes along with state-of-the-art machinery and technology provide all the necessary ingredients to achieve these tough standards. The cars locally produced at BMW Plant Chennai now feature very strong local content. We are confident that through our partnership with Indian auto component suppliers, we will set even higher benchmarks in quality standards and supply chain management.” Headquartered in Gurgaon (National Capital Region), BMW India

is a 100% subsidiary of the BMW Group. Till date, the BMW Group has invested INR 4.9 billion (69 Million Euro) in BMW India. The wide range of BMW activities in India include a manufacturing plant in Chennai, a parts warehouse in Mumbai, a training centre in Gurgaon NCR and development of a dealer organisation across major metropolitan centers of the country. Currently, BMW India has 40 sales outlets in the Indian market.

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LANXESS steps up its commitment towards Health,Safety & Environment again

ANXESS, the global specialty chemicals company is making an additional commitment towards HSE (Health, Safety and Environment) by undertaking the Responsible Care® commitment for its manufacturing sites in India. While the company had already signed a charter at the global level, this commitment comes from its specific initiatives in India. Indian Chemical Council (ICC), which co-ordinates and audits companies to facilitate implementation of Responsible Care® in India, audited LANXESS sustainability projects and initiatives at its sites as well as in its corporate office and found

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it well-positioned to take up this commitment. Some of LANXESS’ initiatives that are worthwhile in this regard are – implementation of Zero Liquid Discharge at its manufacturing facility in Nagda leading to reduction of water footprint drastically, cogeneration plant at Nagda fuelled by carbon neutral biomass, migration from roadways to railways for transportation of goods thereby leading to reduction of carbon emission, off-gas incinerator at Jhagadia site to eliminate emission of VOC (volatile organic compounds) into the atmosphere and roll-out of a top-down internal global safety program that emphasizes on improving behavioral safety at LANXESS sites, among several others. LANXESS is also a pioneer founder member in the ICC Nicer Globe initiative for enhancing road safety for transportation of hazardous goods. Responsible Care is the global chemical industry’s unifying commitment to the safe management of chemicals throughout their life cycle, while promoting their role in improving quality of life and contributing to sustainable development. Thus it is a voluntary initiative to continuously improve the company’s performance standards in the areas of health, safety and environment. It defines standards for each area of manufacturing operations that the company must aim to follow, such as process safety, employee safety and health, pollution prevention, emergency response, distribution and product stewardship. Improvements in each of these areas have to be identified periodically through audits and necessary actions have to be taken to bridge any identified gap. On signing on to the Responsible Care® charter in India, Jacques Perez, Managing Director and Country Representative, LANXESS India said, “LANXESS has undertaken this approach globally and has now calibrated its already high HSE standards at its sites in India as per the principles of Responsible Care® approach. We have ensured at every step of our development in India that we are at par with the highest global standards in terms of safety and sustainability. Subscribing to the Responsible Care® initiative now is only reinforcing this belief and commitment.” For more information Web: www.lanxees.in www.engrreview.com

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Inclusion of Chapter 2 Clause 56 in the new Foreign Trade Policy 2015-2020 to bring Secondary Metal Industry to a Halt

etal Recycling Association of India (MRAI) shocked and disappointed with the changes proposed in the Pre-Shipment Inspection procedures. Mumbai- The Government of India, Ministry of Commerce (Directorate General of Foreign Trade) has released the new Foreign Trade Policy (FTP 2015-2020) effective April 1st, 2015 which will have severe negative impacts on Metal Scrap importers and consumers. MRAI has reviewed the new FTP and is extremely disappointed with the changes proposed in Chapter 2 Clause 56 with regards to the Pre-Shipment Inspection Certification (PSIC) procedures. The new amendment requires all metal scrap imports to not only be inspected by DGFT approved surveyors, but also have the entire loading of scrap in

containers/vessels to be video graphed simultaneously showing the inspector’s face, exporters face , all carriage details and inspection equipment to be shown in the video. This video is then to be edited to 3-5 minutes and emailed to DGFT for each Shipment. Unfortunately, the latest changes proposed are impractical. No other country in the world has such regulations in place. The concept of making video recordings is not feasible to implement at many foreign suppliers yards due to various restrictions and local laws. Many foreign suppliers have already started cancelling earlier contracts and stopped all scrap shipments to India on ‘force majeure’ grounds due to the new PSIC procedures. Since India does not domestically generate enough Metal Scrap, around 6 Million MTS each year of Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Scraps has to be imported to meet its requirements. The Government of India should be promoting the usage and trade of Metal Scrap instead of putting hindrances and impediments in place that will negatively impact the domestic Industry from having access to such valuable raw materials. The Government has recently launched “Make in India” campaign and promoting “ease of doing business” in India but such counter-productive steps will severely restrict the availability of imported Metal Scrap and directly hurt the domestic Industry. MRAI is hopeful that the Government of India will address our concerns and suitably amend the policy so that the flow of valuable raw materials into India does not get effected and the domestic industry does not come to a halt for want of Metal Scrap.

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UTC Building & Industrial Systems appoints

Gaurang Pandya as India President

TC Building & Industrial Systems announced the appointment of Gaurang Pandya as president of its India operations. UTC Building & Industrial Systems is a unit of United Technologies (NYSE: UTX), a leading provider to the aerospace and building technologies industries worldwide. “Gaurang brings with him a rich experience of over 15 years working within United Technologies in a broad spectrum of leadership roles across India and Asia,” said Ross B. Shuster, President, Asia, UTC Building & Industrial Systems. “Customer focus and operational excellence are among the many skills that Gaurang possesses. Under Gaurang’s leadership, UTC Building & Industrial Systems will continue to build upon the already strong foundation that exists in our India business.” In his new position, Pandya will have the responsibility for leading UTC Building & Industrial Systems’ business in

Mr. Gaurang Pandya, President, UTC India

India, which includes leading brands such as Carrier, Otis, Edwards, Chubb and Kidde. Pandya previously served as managing director for Carrier Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Limited in India, providing oversight for a large portfolio that included commercial air-conditioning, fire and security solutions. His appointment is effective immediately. About UTC Building & Industrial Systems UTC Building & Industrial Systems is the world’s largest provider of building technologies. Its elevator, escalator, fire-safety, security, building automation, heating, ventilation, air-conditioning and refrigeration systems and services promote integrated, high-performance buildings that are safer, smarter and sustainable. UTC Building & Industrial Systems is a unit of United Technologies Corp., a leading provider to the aerospace and building systems industries worldwide.

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WACKER develops highly efficient Silicone Surfactant for Pulp Production

unich-based chemicals group WACKER has developed a new silicone surfactant that greatly accelerates pulp dewatering. Sold under the name PULPSIL® 968 S, it serves as the active ingredient for dewatering formulations used in pulp washing. The silicone delivers unparalleled efficiency in pulp dewatering and slashes the washing time. PULPSIL® 968 S rounds out the existing WACKER range of products for Pulp & Paper, and can generate substantial energy and cost savings for pulp producers. PULPSIL® 968 S, a medium-viscosity water-dispersible product, is a surfactant fluid based on a polyether-modified silicone. Its molecular structure has been optimized to make it less hydrophilic without compromising its pronounced hydrophobic or water-repellent properties. The resultant gain in water repellency, compared with other silicone surfactants, is what makes PULPSIL® 968 S such a particularly efficient dewatering agent. The hydrophobic nature of

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the new product is reflected in its very low cloud point of 19 degrees Celsius, as determined in accordance with Method E of EN 1890. This value is far lower than that of other sil- The rate at which pulp slurry is dewatered can be measured in drainage icone surfactants in tests. WACKER’s new silicone tensid the product series. PULPSIL® 968 S accelerates dewatering Above the cloud to unprecedented levels and improves point, the silicone the washing process during pulp making significantly. (Photo: Wacker Chemie AG) surfactant stops dispersing itself molecularly throughout the aqueous medium. Instead, it forms tiny fluid droplets which is a condition for triggering rapid dewatering. Generally, in order for a surfactant to work as a dewatering agent, the temperature of the wash liquor must exceed the cloud point. The unusually low cloud point of PULPSIL® 968 S means that it will act with maximum efficiency even in relatively cold wash liquors. However, a corollary of the low cloud point is that products formulated with PULPSIL® 968 S need to be stabilized to prevent premature separation. The pulp-washing process always involves a degree of air entrainment into the pulp slurry. Unless counter-measures are taken, most of the air would attach itself in the form of tiny bubbles to the cellulose fibers, and so retard drainage of the wash liquor. Processing auxiliaries such as PULPSIL® 968 S are therefore essential for efficient wash processes. In weakening the bond between the air and the fibers, they simultaneously promote coalescence of the tiny air bubbles to larger ones that will rise out of the slurry. This de-aeration creates channels that boost water drainage and greatly accelerate the washing process. PULPSIL® 968 S is designed to serve as a raw material for service companies that develop ready-to-use auxiliaries for the pulp industry. With this new silicone surfactant, formulations can be tailored to the process of any given pulp mill. Like the dewatering agents PULPSIL® 955 S and PULPSIL® 960 S, PULPSIL® 968 S is generally used in combination with a silicone defoamer.

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Plans to customize German model of workplace training into a dual education system to foster India’s skilling challenge India-Germany to sign Letter of Intent to collaborate on strengthening skilling

he day three of India as the Partner Country of Hannover Messe 2015, India continued to showcase ‘Make in India’ by discussing India’s need for skilling and Heavy Engineering & Motion Drive and Automation and the potential that India presents. Referring to India’s challenge of skilling its large base of unskilled workforce, Pawan Agarwal, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Government of India said, “98% of our workforce does not have any skilling whatsoever. The Government of India’s expectation from this Ministry is take up skilling at a very large scale.” He said this in the expert seminar on Skill Development titled: India-Germany: Towards a Strategy “Skilling India” organised by CII along with the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship and Ministry of Labour & Employment, Federal

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Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) and Association of German Chambers of Industry and Commerce, DIHK. He shared that the most crucial insight gathered by the Ministry since its inception is about providing skills for jobs. He said, “Each job has a role that is defined by the industry which will ultimately employ. We have to provide a curriculum on that job role. This has to be done very rapidly and at a massive scale.” Referring to the National Skill Development Corporation, Mr Agarwal said, “We have inherited a very strong skilling ecosystem that can deliver skilling at a much bigger scale than earlier thought of.” Appreciating the German model of dual system of training he also said, “We would be signing a Letter of Intent on 16 April 2015 to set up five such experimental centres in the country where we will look at the German model of workplace training.” Deep Kapuria, Chairman of the Hi-Tech Group of companies referred to the ongoing discussion about how Make in India is not about protectionism but about partnership and collaboration across the value chain. He further added, “This can only come through if there are skills and competencies within the whole system. Then it would be possible to do what the aspirational issue of moving the manufacturing GDP from 15 percent to 25 percent.” He furthered referred to successful skilling programmes of Bosch and Daimler in India. Dr Volker Treier,

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Deputy, CEO, Association of German Chambers if Industry and Commerce, DIHK Germany said, “The Indo-German Chamber in Mumbai, will become a showcase of Vocational Education and Training (VET) to become a reference point of how it can be strengthened in India.” He further added that Germany will guide and support India in building this system of dual education based on the unique requirement of the country. Shankar Aggarwal, Secretary, Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India said, “We have taken a resolve that we will change all our labour laws.” He also highlighted the need to take into account the safety and security of workers while doing so. He also said, “We are taking away the rigidity from the labour laws so that people can set up their enterprises without any hassle.” Additionally, he emphasised the need to envision the jobs that will be created in the near future and align the skill set with this requirement. EEPC India, the lead agency for partner country - India’s participation at Hannover Messe 2015, organized a seminar on “Heavy Engineering & Motion Drive and Automation” jointly with Department of Heavy Industry, Government of India and German counterpart VDMA, to support the Indian government’s drive for promoting major investments in infrastructure, energy, transport and industrial 34 | MAY 2015 | ENGINEERING REVIEW

manufacturing. Mr. Rajan Katoch, Secretary, Department of Heavy Industry, Government of India conveyed the ‘Make in India’ vision to augment India’s position as a leading export hub. Talking about the 100 percent FDI facilitation for companies entering in the heavy engineering and capital goods sector, he said, “With the GDP of India growing at 7%, there is a need for capital goods in all areas where manufacturing is a focus at present. Motion, Drive and Automation (MDA) is the new center for technological development in the heavy industries area.” Mr. Katoch further emphasized on the benefits of strategic collaborations between the two nations to achieve efficiencies and capabilities in the hi-tech industry and tackle competitive challenges of the emerging global scenarios. He also mentioned that a scheme has been recently launched to support the industry for technology modernization and acquisition. This scheme should prove to be a useful tool to boost Indo-German technology co-operation. He also appreciated the support of German companies for technology development in India and the German Government’s help in setting up Tool Rooms and the presence of over 500 German companies in India was also appreciated by the Minister. A seminar on “Investment Opportunities in Gujarat” held at the India Pavillion saw the enterprising state reach out to German industry and investors highlighting the ease of doing business in Gujarat. The day drew to a close with India Partner Country Night wherein EEPC organized a dazzling show that extravaganza symphonizing high voltage trade with Indian culture which has won the praise from entire world. A feast of Indian lifestyle with series of live cultural shows followed by serving of very special Indian culinary delicacies. For more information editor@divyamediaonline.com www.engrreview.com

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Linde wins prestigious international product design award for pioneering cylinder valve EVOS™

inde Gases, a division of The Linde Group, announced that its technologically advanced, ground-breaking gas cylinder valve, EVOS™ Ci, has won the prestigious Red Dot Award: Product Design 2015. Product entries are assessed on a number of criteria including degree of innovation, functionality, build quality, ergonomics, durability, easeof-use, ecological compatibility, integration capabilities and degree of emotional connection to the product. The panel of 38 jurors comprised many of the world’s most prominent and influential product designers, representing 25 countries. This year’s Red Dot competition received almost 5,000 entries from 56 countries, across 31 categories. The EVOS™ valve range represents a significant leap from standard gas industry valves not only in its striking, state-of-the-art ergonomic design but also in terms of safety and productivity benefits delivered. Importantly, EVOS™ employs a uniquely designed,

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quick-action lever in place of the more traditional hand-wheel mechanism for opening and closing the valve. This innovative open/close functionality ensures easy opening to improve efficiency, fast closing in case of emergency and, as an extra safety feature, the ability to physically see at a distance whether the valve is open or closed. The highly innovative and multi-patent pending EVOS™ has undergone extensive international, end-user research and, in a departure from traditional efforts in gas industry hardware design, Linde elected to collaborate with more leading-edge product designers in order to deliver the best user experience in terms of functionality, technical advancement and ergonomic design. Their chosen partner, German design firm, Indeed Innovation GmbH, helped Linde deliver a truly unique and evolutionary valve design to the market. “We are delighted to receive this award from such an eminent product design jury,” said Colin Haden, Head of Linde’s Centre of Excellence for Packaged Gases.

Linde has always played a pioneering role in terms of technology development within our industry. The Red Dot Award recognises EVOS™ as true breakthrough in valve design and a leap forward in performance, safety, ergonomics and efficiency.” The EVOS™ Ci design also incorporates several additional new features including a safety ‘interlock’ button to mitigate the risk of the valve being opened accidentally; a unique guard design to improve user safety and prevent damage to the valve; optimal grip design for ease of lifting and designed to ensure the cylinder can be easily and safely lifted via crane to heights. The valve also has an integrated realtime content gauge to allow users to see the amount of gas left at a glance, and is capable of operating 300 bar working pressure across multiple gas types – significantly more than standard industry valves. Linde will formally receive its award for EVOS™ on June 29 at the Red Dot Gala in Essen, Germany. For more information on EVOS™, visit www.linde-gas.com/evos.

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ALUMINIUM CHINA 2015 Asia’s leading aluminium industry platform

Copper China - Magnesium China Shanghai, 8 – 10 July by Om Prakash, Director-InORBIT Tours Pvt. Ltd. & official travel agents in India

LUMINIUM CHINA 2015 is Asia’s leading aluminium industry platform, annually held in Shanghai. By presenting customized match making programs, buyers with emerging and established demands from booming industry clusters as well as a world class conference & seminar program, ALUMINIUM China 2015 is the first choice for branding, networking and sourcing in Asia, the world’s fastest growing market. It will take place on July 8 -10, 2015 at Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC), China. Over 550 from 30 countries representing the entire aluminium value chain - from Aluminium raw materials, semi-finished and finished products to production and processing machinery and accessories - will meet with 17,000 qualified professionals and buyer delegates from China, all the key Asian markets and other global emerging markets. Scope of Exhibits: • Raw materials, Primary metal products, Semi-finished products, • Semi-fabricates • Aluminium products for special application • Surface treatment • Light-metals trade and recycling • Plant, machinery and accessories

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and equipment for aluminium • extraction, processing and refining • Services, consultancy, expert opinions, information Visitor’s Profile: Within Aluminium Industry Application Industry for Aluminium Materials a. Building and construction b. Transportation c. Packaging d. Electronics e. Telecommunication Equipment f. Power g. Hardware h. Home Appliances i. Machinery Manufacturing j. Printing k. Energy l. Composites m. Other in Application Industry ALUMINIUM CHINA 2015 is the great aluminium industry platform in Asia, which is concurrently held with Copper China 2015 and Magnesium China 2015. Associated Events: 1. Copper China 2015 the 4th edition of COPPER CHINA will open its gate to the entire community. The event facilitates a world-class business platform

of trade, networking and educational opportunities for global leaders of copper fabrication and material solution sourcing specialists from major application industries. 2. Magnesium China 2015 – the event will be the best platform for attendees to explore business opportunities and improve their brand popularity. As the unique professional trading platform for the magnesium industry in China, Magnesium China devotes to provide business opportunities for global magnesium smelting and processing enterprises and related equipment and technology providers to network with metal processing manufacturers, industrial distributors and application enterprises home and abroad. Special travel package by official travel agents in India: A special travel package is arranged to visit above trade fair. Further information can be obtained from Mr. Om Prakash – Director, InORBIT Tours Pvt. Ltd., Tel: 022 2422 9281 email: omprakash@inorbittours.com

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13th Beijing International Construction Machinery Exhibition Concurrently held with 3rd China Beijing International Commercial Vehicles Exposition 3rd China Beijing International Rescue Equipment 22 – 25 September 2015, Beijing by Om Prakash-Director, Inorbit Tours Pvt. Ltd. ABOUT THE SHOW Quality Innovation, Build Common Dream - Start up New Sustainable Growth BICES is a world leading exhibition in fields of construction machinery, building and building materials machinery, mining machinery and commercial vehicles. The BICES show has a glorious history of 20 years and is held every 2 years. It endeavors to show the latest equipments, products, services and technologies in the industry. BICES 2015 will continuously demonstrate its elegant demeanour. Special Features: • More than 1,000 exhibitors • Over 120,000 visitors from the industry • Approximately 200,000 sqm show area • Top SOEs (state-owned-enterprises), COEs (central-government-Owned-enterprises) and the General Equipment Department of the State Army will be present • Visitor groups from more than 30 industry associations home and abroad • High-end forum, conference and lecturers • Strong support by all levels of governments, public institutions and relevant associations • Products with the most advanced technologies will be first launched and demonstrated Exhibit Profile BICES 2015 will fully display the latest machinery products and technologies in the aspects of construction, building and materials, mining and others, while 42 | MAY 2015 | ENGINEERING REVIEW

focusing on exploring more extensive business models in the future. a. Construction Machinery b. Building & Building Material Machinery c. Mining Machinery d. Commercial and special vehicles e. Spare parts and Service Providers Concurrent Shows: 3rd China Beijing International Commercial Vehicles Exposition 2015 (IVEX 2015) • The co-located IVEX covers the exhibits in the fields of: engineering vehicles, heavy-load trucks, mining vehicles, public utility vehicles, emergency vehicles and other vehicles used for construction and special transport. 3rd China Beijing International Emergency Rescue Equipment 2015 • The exhibition specially opened up emergency rescue equipment show area. This show area presented all the emergency rescue missions that China construction machinery industry had taken part in. The application of new products and technologies in future was displayed in several categories which demonstrated the power of technology development and expressed the patriotic feeling. Cultivating the Machinery Culture • BICES Model Fans Club • BICES Construction Machinery Simulating Experience Zone • BICES China-The First International Construction Machinery and Special Car Design Competition

Global Forums • Global business climate trends • International communication and cooperation • Outlook for industry’s development Visit BICES : 1. To explore the world’s largest manufacturing base and market for construction, building and mining machinery with tremendous business opportunities await you there. 2. BICES is not only a show, but also a biennial industry event organized and participated by CCMA and its members. 3. Variety of conferences and activities will be held to complement trade and business discussions, such as World Top 50 Forum, International Rental Conference and technical seminars. 4. Chance to visit Beijing, capital of China, the most ancient city of China, now combined with modern and dynamic buildings. Visit to Construction projects: With the cooperation of the Organisors of BICES 2015 technical study visit to China’s leading Construction projects will also be organised. Special travel package by official tour operators: InORBIT Tours has arranged travel package for members of building and construction industry. For more details, contact Mr. Om Prakash-Director, InORBIT Tours Pvt. Ltd., 16, Kamat Industrial Estate, 396, V. S. For more information omprakash@inorbittours.com www.e-bices.org/engdefault.aspx www.engrreview.com

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CANTON FAIR 2015 CHINA 118th Chinese Import & Export Commodities Fair Phase I: Oct .15th -19th, Phase II: Oct. 23rd -27th, Phase III: Nov 1st - Nov 4th . Guangzhou by Om Prakash – Director, INORBIT Tours Pvt. Ltd.

18th 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 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, 118th 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 118th session of China Import and Export Fair from Oct 15 to Nov 4, 2015, will be the best platform for growth of business. Now, with the support from plenty exhibitors and visitors, China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) is becoming the most comprehensive trade show with the longest history, the highest level, the largest scale, the most complete in exhibit variety, and the broadest distribution of overseas buyers and the greatest business turnover in China. 44 | MAY 2015 | ENGINEERING REVIEW

117th China Import and Export Commodities Fair: The 117th Canton had 60228 stands/ booths attracting 24713 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 186,000 buyers from over 211 countries and regions around the world.

Shoes Office Supplies, Cases Recreation Products Medicines, Medical Devices & Health Products Food Special travel package: A special visit is arranged to visit the above trade fair in China. Details can be obtained from Om Prakash – Director, In ORBIT Tours Pvt. Ltd., Tel: 022 – 24229281,

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20th CHINACOAT 2015 18 – 20 November 2015, Shanghai Visit a Super Coatings Show for Surface Coating, Powder Coating, Printing Inks, Adhesives, Pigments, Resins & Raw Material by Om Prakash-Director, Inorbit Tours Pvt. Ltd.

HINACOAT is the world’s coatings show organized since 1996 and now alternates annually between Guangzhou and Shanghai, P. R. China. Highly endorsed by the industry, the 2014 Guangzhou show achieved a resounding success: 27,028 trade visitors from 84 countries/ regions and 1,059 exhibitors from 29 countries/regions gathered on a gross exhibition area of 56,000 sqm. This demonstrates CHINACOAT is a worldclass industry event that offers global players the most versatile solution to promote their business. In 2015, CHINACOAT will hold its 20th edition in Shanghai from 18 – 20 November and will continue to be the world’s coatings show that delivers success from there! In terms of exhibit size, number of exhibitors and visitors, CHINACOAT 2014 is now one of the largest coatings shows held in the world today. SCOPE OF EXHIBITS Raw Materials for the production of Coatings, Inks & Adhesives • Oils & Fatty Acids • Natural/Synthetic Resins & Intermediates • Pigments, Fillers, Extenders & Dyes • Solvents & Plasticisers • Driers • Biocides & Fungicides • Functional Additives* Performance Materials • Functional & Smart Coatings & Inks • Nanotechnology *such as Thickeners, Surfactants, Dispersants, Emulsifiers, Crosslinking Agents, Anti-foaming Agents, Anti-Skinning Agents, Levelling Agents, Biocides, Driers, Stabilisers, Waxes, etc. Powder Coatings Technology • ‘Fit-for-Purpose’ Resins & Pigments • Solid Solvents to improve dispersion & application • Extruders & Other Production Machineries • Powder 46 | MAY 2015 | ENGINEERING REVIEW

Coatings for Temperature Sensitive Substrates • UV & NIR Curing Powder Coatings • Alternatives for Polyester • TGIC Systems • Metallic Effects Powder Coatings UV/EB Technology & Products • Raw materials, such as reactive diluents (monomers), oligomers, photoinitiators, pigments, additives, etc.• Formulated products, such as UV coatings, UV inks, UV adhesives, printing plates, photo resists, UV inks for PCB, dry films, optical imaging inks, etc.• Irradiation equipment, such as UV lamp, electron beam devices, light-curing equipment, coating equipment, material properties testing equipment, and UV dosimeters Production / PackagingPlants & Installations • Bulk Manufacturing • Mixers & Dissolvers • Handling & Packaging • Automation & Housekeeping • Dispensers, Filling & Blending/Tinting Systems • Mills, Mixers & Accessories • Filters, Pumps & Metering Devices • Packaging & Labelling Machines • Colour Dispensing Measurement & Testing of Coatings for QC/R&D • Colour & other Visual Properties • Chemical Characterisation • Innovations in Measurement & Testing • Wet Paint Characterisation (Viscosity, Rheology, wetting Behaviour etc.)• Dry Film & Mechanical Properties (including Durability)• Surface Analysis Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) & other Services • Good House Keeping • Recycling • Effluent/Emission Treatment • Hygienic & Easy Clean Surfaces • Packaging & Waste Reduction • Green

Technology • Environmental Conservation & Safety Equipment • Consultancy • Technical Information Coatings, Printing Inks & Adhesives Products Concurrent Event: SFCHINA 2015 SHANGHAI WILL OFFER MORE MARKET OPPORTUNITIES SFCHINA offers unique access to the industry’s most influential decision-makers within 3 days. High-level technical exchange programmes will attract more industry professionals to join the show. The finishing market is facing rapid upgrading and transformation in recent years, which greatly contribute to the sustainable growth of the industry. With the continuous development of the automotive, construction, electronics, household appliances, aviation, aerospace and shipbuilding industries, and growing public demand for better living conditions, the need for decorative and functional products increases significantly. The increasingly stringent environmental regulations continue to exert influence on the finishing industry, additionally spur industrial growth. a. Cleaner production, energy savings and waste reduction are promoted b. High-performance and non-polluting technologies are introduced c. Existing equipment and processes are improved d. Product varieties and quality are enhanced

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Stainless Steel modular toilets to provide thrust to Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan

roviding an impetus to Government’s Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan, Jindal Architecture Ltd., a subsidiary of Jindal Stainless Ltd. has come up with economical, eco-friendly, durable and convenient stainless steel modular toilets, as part of its expanding product range. The 100% recyclable toilets are available in a range of single units and as community toilets of six and eight units, respectively. These toilets have the option of being upgraded to automated bio-toilets. Emphasizing on the need of modular stainless steel toilets in India, Mr Anuj Jain, CEO, Jindal Architecture Limited said, “Human waste disposal

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Convenient and durable, can last for 25 years or more with minimal maintenance is an ever-growing, perennial problem arousing aesthetic inhibitions, together with the threat of infectious diseases due to the contamination of groundwater. Less than 30% of Indians presently have access to toilets. In rural regions, only 10% of houses have toilets, with the rest resorting to open defecation. Although people in cities have better infrastructure facilities, nevertheless, here also just 70% have access to toilets. This increases mortality rates because untreated waste causes diarrhoea, amoebiasis, cholera, typhoid and other dangerous diseases that threaten the lives of lakhs

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Continued from page no.48 of children and their families.” Open defecation is one of the main causes of diarrhoea, causing the annual deaths of more than 750,000 children less than five years of age. Significantly, many of these deaths occur in India, where almost 30 million schoolchildren lack access to toilets. As many as 595 million Indians practice open defecation daily – almost 45% of the populace. Stainless steel modular toilets provide an appropriate solution for this longstanding problem. In terms of structural strength, product life, maintenance, hygiene, eco-friendliness and scrap value, stainless steel toilets have proved to be better than fibre, mild steel or brick-and-mortar toilets. Due to the modular design, the toilets can be assembled on site, saving time and transportation costs. Weather resistant and with PVD-coated interiors, 50 | MAY 2015 | ENGINEERING REVIEW

they can be installed easily at government schools, hospitals, tourist places, pilgrim centres, marketplaces, public auditoriums and fairs, railway stations and bus stands. Most importantly, these are competitively priced against fibre or brickand-mortar toilets – a single-unit toilet costs Rs.99,999 onwards, while the community toilets which are six units start from Rs. 3.99 lakhs and eight unit starting from Rs. 4.99. The disposal tanks cost approximately Rs59,000 per unit. Moreover, a bio-digester tank solution is been jointly developed with the DRDE, Railways and RDSO, which will solve hygiene issues on railway tracks and areas around them by converting human waste into gases and water with the help of specially-developed anaerobic bacteria that survive on such waste. As part of this initiative of the government and as a responsible corporate, Mr Anuj Jain said, “As corporate citizens, we should

seriously consider our responsibilities and focus our CSR initiatives in eliminating the practice of open defecation. This can be achieved by creating awareness to trigger behavioural changes that end such unhealthy practices. Towards this goal, Jindal Stainless has developed India’s first stainless steel modular toilets with bio-disposable tanks, focussing on areas where accessibility to toilets and waste disposal is abysmal.”

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World HRD Congress Honors Anchor Electricals with the Coveted Global HR Excellence Award

nchor Electricals Pvt. Ltd. became a proud recipient of “Global HR Excellence” award by World HRD Congress on the theme “Mining Human Potential for creating Great Organizations”. The award serves an excellent platform to promote & recognize quality by highlighting leading organizational practices by presenting their case studies or papers to compete on HR Practices. One of the largest multi-platform brand credibility award- it acknowledges trailblazer organizations for their dedication towards the impactful human capital structure. The awards also saw participation from over 400 national as well as international organizations. Anchor Electricals was recognized for its involvement in the most innovative initiatives like “Diversity Impact” and “Innovative HR Practices.” The key focus behind diversity impact initiative was to drive a change in the society with respect to empowering the women workforce. The empowerment program played a key role in the life of the women workforce by building company culture, family culture, their individual personality and contribution towards company objectives. The introduction of Innovative HR practices, enabled the company to align its workforce with the values of the Founder, Leadership Competencies and the Business Principles for Code of Conduct. For the past four years, the Human Resources team at Anchor has endeavored to

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train & inculcate the management philosophy of Konosuke Matsushita and imparted the values through the “Values Program” and “Code Of Conduct” training. On this occasion, Mr. Dinesh Aggarwal, Jt. Managing Director, Anchor Electricals Pvt. Ltd.said “We are proud to be recognized by this esteemed accolade as it reiterates our aim of providing a working environment that would facilitate the growth and development of our workforce. Aligned with our organizational goals, it is the dedication and commitment of our workforce towards our clients, colleagues and the community that has helped us to become a company which is recognized for its organizational practices. Engaging talent is pivotal to our success and we at Anchor strongly believe that this award will fiercely drive our purpose to progress further in this journey of transformation.” About Anchor Electricals Established in 1963 and headquartered in Mumbai, Anchor Electricals Pvt. Ltd. became a subsidiary of Panasonic Electric Works (now Panasonic Corporation) in 2007. It is one of the largest domestic manufacturers of electrical construction materials with 4 manufacturing locations and boasts of 55 domestic bases with workforce of more than 10,000. Its sales and operating profit are steadily growing and it ended the last financial year with net sales of Rupees 18.39 billion and

a stated capital of Rupees 4.8 Billion. It has a dominant market share in wiring devices and is constantly expanding its product range and growing market share in Switchgear, Lighting, Fans and Wires & Cables. Anchor aims to double this in the next three years from the existing and aims to be the front-runner in the solutions business dealing with Energy Generation, Conservation & Management. For additional details on Anchor, please visithttp://www.anchor-world.com About Panasonic India Panasonic makes available in India its wide range of consumer electronics, home appliances like LCD & Plasma TVs, DVD players, Home Theatre Systems, Smartphones, Cameras, Camcorders, Car Audio Systems, Air Conditioners, Washing Machines, Refrigerators, Microwave Ovens, Automatic Cookers, Vacuum Cleaners and a wide range of system products including communication ones like Mobile Phones, High Definition Videoconferencing, Professional Audio Video products like Broadcast Cameras, Projectors and Displays, Business Solutions including Printers, Whiteboards and Security Solutions. The company currently has a workforce of about 12,500 in India. For more information on the company and the Panasonic brand in India, please visit For more information www.anchor-world.com http://panasonic.co.in www.engrreview.com

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Fluke Ti400 Infrared Camera honored in Plant Engineering Awards

he Fluke® Ti400 Infrared Camera was honored in the Plant Engineering 2014 Product of the Year Awards. Fluke Ti400 won the Silver Award in the Maintenance Tools and Equipment category.

This is the ninth for Fluke Ti400 since its launch.

The camera includes voice annotation, eliminating the need to write down notes, Fluke SmartView® software, a professional suite of analysis and reporting tools for optimizing and analyzing infrared images and producing professional reports, and optional field installable telephoto and wide angle lenses for added versatility.

The Ti400 Infrared Camera has advanced connectivity and accuracy to maximize technicians’ productivity in the field. It features LaserSharp® Auto Focus, which uses a built-in laser distance meter to calculate and display the distance to the designated target with pinpoint accuracy. The camera includes voice annotation, eliminating the need to write down notes, Fluke SmartView® software, a professional suite of analysis and reporting tools for optimizing and analyzing infrared images and producing professional reports, and optional field installable telephoto and wide angle lenses for added versatility. Fluke Corporation For information on Fluke tools and applications, or to find the location of your nearest distributor, contact us at, e-mail info.india@fluke.com or visit the Fluke Web site at www.fluke.com About Fluke Founded in 1948, Fluke Corporation is the world leader in compact, professional electronic test tools. Fluke customers are technicians, engineers, electricians, and metrologists who install, troubleshoot and manage industrial, electrical and electronic equipment and calibration processes. Fluke is a registered trademark of Fluke Corporation. The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners. For more information, visit the Fluke website.

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Raheja - District II A future ready Destination Industrial Park.

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Mr. Ashish Raheja - Managing Director Raheja Universal (Pvt.) Ltd.

he industrial revolution now has a new destination - Raheja District II (RD II). After completing 46 projects and developing 6.05 million sq. ft. in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, Raheja Universal, the name that is trusted by millions presents Raheja District II, a state-ofthe-art destination industrial park that sprawls across multiple acres in Juinagar, Navi Mumbai. As Ashish Raheja quoted ‘our project is one of the first Industrial Parks approved by MIDC that will have multiple buildings to be built in phases. The buildings we have are well-planned industrial units that

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Why Navi Mumbai? Navi Mumbai has a lot to offer - low capital costs, proximity of human resources and raw materials, dedicated infrastructure, utility services and a good working environment. RD II is easily accessible through all means of transport. By road – The Eastern Freeway, Santacruz-Chembur Link road, Ghatkopar-Mankhurd Link road are all routes which brings us closer to you. By rail – We are 2 kms away from Juinagar Railway Station, which caters to 3 corridors, The Harbour Line, Thane-Navi Mumbai Line and the Central Line. By water - The Kalamboli Freight Station, Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust, Mumbai Port Trust, Rewas Port are all at a short distance. Raheja District II is future ready. Equipped with internal civil infrastructure. Vehicle lifts are designed in such a way that the goods can be delivered to the work place as we have loading and unloading provisions on all upper floors. Multiple passenger and JIB crane facility for the transportation of raw materials and personnel. Essentials such as electricity, portable water, security and internet connectivity are provided. There is a good sewage and effluent treatment, rain water harvesting and maintenance of all the amenities have been made.

Our Industrial park has a town plaza which creates a great work environment. Convention and Exhibition spaces, Business Centre’s and Admin Offices, Banks & ATMs, Courier Services, Restaurants & Cafes, Pantries and Washrooms. We have a gymnasium to keep you fit as well as a trauma centre in case of any emergency. The first phase of our project is a 4 floor building (Ground + 4 floors) called ‘Edison’ covering a total area of 5,60,000 sq.ft.. We provide you with sufficient parking space (1 Car Park per unit), also installed are 6 internal goods lifts (each with a 3 ton capacity) + 6 passenger lifts + 2 vehicle lifts. The spacious, column-free units have high ceilings, lofts and flooring that can withstand heavy loads that have a slab strength of 5 tons/sq. mtr. on the ground floor and 1.75 tons/sq. mtr. on other floors. So, come, be a part of Raheja District II and join a revolution that will create employment opportunities and improve the standard of living in Navi Mumbai.

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Q. What are the new offerings from RR Kabel? The additions include Solar Cables, Automobile Cables, BUS Cables, Battery Cables, Uninyvin, Silicon Cables, Drag chain, Servo & VFD application special cables, Flat cables for reeling and elevator applications, Fire alarm & Fire survival Cables and UL 3321, 3273, 3289 cables. We are constantly looking at accomplishing new milestones and extending our portfolio. RR Kabel is one of the first companies to introduce many special application based cables in the LT cable category. In fact, RR Kabel has attained the global position as the “solution provider”.

Q. RR KABEL is a name to reckon with in the cables & wires industry worldwide. What’s your standing today and how could you achieve this position? A part of Ram Ratna Group, RR Kabel is an endeavor to manufacture wires with the best technologies to promote safety, energy efficiency and exceptional performance. Today, RR Kabel is one of the leading manufacturers of wires and cables in India and abroad. With over 15 years of dedication in putting the best technology at work, RR Kabel has obtained an influential position in the industry by changing the dynamics of wire engineering focusing on innovation and consistent quality. On the innovation front, we are proud to say that RR Kabel was the first company in the world to make wires & cables with Unilay technology apart from Europe. Our products are trusted and the consistent quality is valued by many niche industries globally.

Q. What’s your market penetration - sector-wise? We have ensured dedicated services which has won us the trust of our customers across all verticals. With a diverse workforce of dedicated employees and more than 23 marketing offices armed with a strong dealer network across major cities pan India. We have widened our reach and are currently present in more than 73 countries across Asia, Europe and Middle east.

Q. What’s your product range and what are their applications? Keeping in mind the imperativeness of fire safety, RR Kabel was the first company to offer wires made with the distinctive Halogen Free Flame Retardant (HFFR), FIREX HFFR. The range includes UNILAY FR, wires manufactured with uni-laid conductor delivering a perfect blend of safety and unmatched reliability. The range also offers FLAMEX-FRLSH & SUPEREX FR (low smoke and flame retardant cables), variety of communication cables, Industrial cables, LT cables, Instrumentation cables, cables for special applications and the most essential and vastly required Fire Alarm Cables. www.engrreview.com

Q. All the cables mentioned above, do they meet with international standards? Yes, RR Kabel is the only company to have 19 accreditations at a single factory. All products are accredited with the most stringent Indian and International certifications like UL (USA), CSA (Canada), VDE (Germany), BASEC (UK), NF (France) etc. assuring safety and quality.

Q. What’s your manufacturing set-up? We have 3 manufacturing facilities, one in Vadodara and two in Silvassa. We also have a manufacturing facility in Bangladesh. The facilities are spread over an area of more than a million sq meters to manufacture our range of products for commercial projects.

Q. Reliability is of paramount importance in cables & wires. How do you infuse quality and reliability in your range of manufacture? Our belief to give only quality products has helped us focus on offering consistent quality to our customers in India and globally. The best technologies and research goes in while the manufacturing of our products. Utmost care is taken in the insulation and specially the conductor of the wires & cables offered. The conductors are made from pure and best quality copper that ensures unmatched reliability and safety.

Q. What are the strengths of RR Kabel? From just an endeavor to being one of the leading companies in the industry, RR Kabel has come a long way up the ladder. The manufacturing facilities are equipped with the best machineries sourced from all over the world to offer the best quality cables. The facilities also have an in house unit for compounding and electrolytic tinning plant. With unbeatable designs, manufacturing process and testing facilities in Silvassa and Vadodara, we ensure that every product in the range adheres the vision of setting the standards in providing the best. Serving with a wide distribution channel in 73 countries across the globe, we have ensured ENGINEERING REVIEW | MAY 2015 | 63

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that our products are best in quality, reliable and are available across major cities and across all verticals.

Q. Could you give some insight into your operating philosophy and corporate governance? RR Kabel is a special brand. It binds itself with the views and vision which forms the core of the group’s philosophy. Every product in the range represents principles, ethics, transparency and trust assuring safety accredited with the most stringent Indian and International certifications setting the standards in providing the best in quality, service and customer care.

Q. Do you foresee India as a potential and burgeoning market? Yes. The economy is cyclic and the growth potential is huge. With the new government’s ambitious plans under “Make in India”, the industries are going through dynamic changes. The fast clearances of big projects and smart city projects is making way for tremendous progress.

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products. RR Kabel is constantly emerging with new marketing and CRM perspectives to fulfill the needs of the emerging markets by providing uncompromising customer focus & stability.

Q. What are the extraneous factors that affect this business and what are the challenges ahead for a front runner like you? The market scenario has always been changing rapidly and moving towards growth. The needs and demands for quality products specially in the electrical sector have been constantly on the rise. Safety of human life gets prime importance. By now we all know that short circuit in electrical wiring is major contributor in fire caused by human carelessness. Its more disheartening to know that major death occur in incident of fire is due to poisonous smoke emitted by the PVC insulation.

Q. What’s your roadmap for RR KABEL? Our journey has been rewarding. We are committed to strive relentlessly, constantly improving our services and products to become the best in class. We envision to reach the epitome by initiating more value creation in the industry and become a Reliable Resource for all our customers.

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POWER SECTOR The new rise

Government’s ‘Make-In-India’ campaign catching huge attention across the globe, it is clear that India’s power demand is set to witness sharp rise in the near future. ENGINEERING REVIEW has taken views from industry players to evaluate the latest trend & possible remedies to enhance the position of the industry to shine in the global arena. budget and therefore unfortunately though the plan exists to increase the power infrastructure of India, there is no real budgetary confirmation to this effect, which can give a comfort to the industry that the Government is serious about the infrastructure. There is no doubt that the intent is there. Mr.Vijay Karia Chairman & Managing Director, Ravin Group

Q. What Trend will drive Power industry in near future ? The power industry is basically driven by thermal generation, most of which is coal based. The high costs of coal as well as better technologies have driven our sector towards renewable energy which will be an ever-growing demand. The government has set up a very ambitious target for generation of 1,00,000 MWs of Solar Energy by 2022. Even if we fulfil a sizeable quantum of this, we see that : a. There will be high emphasis on localized generation, distribution and consumption b. Smart grids will come more into play c. The trend will be towards smaller grids like micro and mini-grids and hence may be for such areas dependence on transmission will reduce d. Advent of smart cities will drive a coexistence of power with fibre e. There will be more synergy and more usage of electronics in electrical industry

Q. What is the impact of Union Budget on the Industry ? The Union budget has not really changed the fortunes of the power sector, and in that way it has been a little bit negative. There is no visibility on de-stressing the utilities nor is there any commitment of funds in the future. There is news of banks committing some amounts, which media reports say to be around 5 lakh crores for the renewable segment. However, those reports need to see some substantive backing in terms of commitments by banks, and a lot bigger adherence to commitments by the Government to show their intent to convert this into reality. At the current moment the industry requires a far bigger push than what has been given in the 68 | MAY 2015 | ENGINEERING REVIEW

Q. What remedies do you suggest to improve the positioning of the Industry you are into? To improve the position of the industry, some big ticket measures need to be taken. a. Improve the availability of funds to the industry, for working capital, b. Increase the central and state government spend on the power sector c. Drastically improve the overall distribution network especially in the large cities of the country, so that T&D losses are reduced. d. Encourage huge outlay into R&D and make the whole process of R&D a lot simpler and user-friendly to encourage local companies to innovate e. Improve the ease of doing business in India and develop a thrust for exports by making the administrative costs a lot lower and simplifying licence rules. f. Create a connect between the plans and the results by a monitoring mechanism at the PMO level.For E.g. Currently solar generation is only about 2 to 3 GWs and if we want to do 22 to 23 GWs per year for the next 5 to 7 years, then we have to be prepared for a huge change in the current style of operations, backed by complementary and cohesive policies. Centre and states would have to work in collaboration, which we do not see happening at the moment. g. Bring renewable energy under the sole ambit of the Central Government with Central allocations of capacities to states rather than giving policies to the state government. Telecom would not have succeeded if every state had a different telecom policy. h. Make the tariff barriers favourable to local industry, considering the higher local costs.

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Mr. Ramesh Chandak, DirectorKEC International Ltd

Q . How do your percieve the forthcoming technology trends of power industry ? The Indian power sector having come a long way is now migrating to higher voltages with enhanced focus on clean and green power. As far as trends are concerned, the power sector is highly technology intensive and there is a need to understand that old school technologies are gradually changing and advancing towards newer levels which are cost effective, sustainable and environmentally friendly. Adoption of newer technologies will also help in resolving the peripheral issues related to generation, transmission and distribution to some extent. Hence the future focus of the industry has to be on evolving and adopting cutting edge technologies. With the Indian government emphasizing of Make in India, the Indian manufactures need to invest in R&D as new and innovative technologies will pave the future of this industry.

Q.How did UNION budget impacted power industry Overall, the union budget was progressive and decoded some positives for the entire infrastructure industry. Increased fund allocation, emphasis on PPP mode, revisiting and revitalizing of PPP mode, establishment of National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF), awarding of

UMPPs on plug and play model wherein all sanctions will be in place before the projects start are some of the good aspects highlighted in the budget.

Q. According to you what are the scope of improvement? For improving the positioning of this industry, the bottlenecks faced by players in this industry will have to addressed on a priority basis. Specific to the T&D sector, there are bottlenecks like Land acquisition, Right of Way, funding constraints, and procedural delays etc. Remedies like the plug and play model of awarding projects where approvals are taken in advance before the project is awarded, creating an SPV which will seek all the approvals etc. are some of the remedies which I suggest. Although the government is taking steps, the need is to address these issues more expeditiously. For the rapid development of this sector, a holistic view and action plan is required. All stakeholders have to proactively collaborate and take concentrated and coordinated efforts and action so that the industry can further accelerate its growth process.

Q. How did budget influenced the industry ?

Mr. Chandmal Goliya Director Kusam Electrical Industries ltd

Q. What is the future technology drift of power sector ? The Power Industry will move to establish smart cities. The smart cities will be designed for smart environment with pollution free power generation. For this, the government is laying lot of emphasis for electric generation by solar PV installations. 70 | MAY 2015 | ENGINEERING REVIEW

The Union budget has not provided substantial relief in taxes & regulations for the power industry. To make the dream of the honorable Prime Minister “MADE IN INDIA” successful, the laws in the country must be simplified so that the ordinary citizens can understand the laws & there by harness their energies for more productive work. Once the laws are simplified & human energy is not wasted in merely complying with laws, the result can be fantastic. The government must have a business friendly attitude rather than looking at business people with a suspicious attitude.

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Meco Meters : Leadership through innovation Major challenge that our organization and this sector is facing is competition and over capacity. In the next five years we want to make competitive product for global requirement.

T Mr. Premchand Goliya Managing Director Meco Meters Pvt.Ltd.

echnology is changing every moment, in the electronic field and new solutions are developed in the measuring instruments field due to application of advanced micro circuits and software solutions. MECO’s in house R & D is continuously developing solution for easier, efficient, reliable and accurate measurement at affordable cost with this in mind, MECO’s priority areas to focus now are : Multifunction Power & Energy Monitors, High Voltage 5 KV Insulation Testers and Environment Testing Instruments. Multifunction Power & Energy Monitor: Model MFM96S Microcontroller based with MODBUS RTU Protocol is indigenously designed (saves more than 60% of the instrument cost in panel, it also reduces size of panel), around 64 Electrical Parameters can be measured in One instrument and upto 256 instruments can be connect to Scada, DCS, Computers via RS485. Solar Analyzers: Models 9009 & 9018BT are portable analyzers used for testing, maintenance and finding efficiency of various parameters of solar panel and cell. Analyzer can be used to design Solar System to generate specific power. It can identify Solar Power system requirement, best angle of Solar Panel installation and broken / worn-out cells. 5KV Insulation Tester:

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Model DIT 954 is a 5KV Digital Insulation Tester with 3 ½ Digit (1999 Counts) Large Display and Backlight. It measures Insulation up to 200GΩ, AC Voltage up to 600VAC and checks Phase Sequence and Phase Status. Environment Testing Instruments: Our new Environment testing series includes Infrared Thermometers Gun Type (IRT380P, IRT550P, IRT 1050P), Digital Sound Level Meter (970P), Digital LUX Meter (930P), Air Flow Anemometer (961P), Humidity & Temperature Meter (920P) . MECO will be developing High End TRMS 6600 Counts and 20,000 Counts Auto Ranging Multimeters and Clamp Meters in future. Our target is to increase our market share & sales by 25% - 30% every year. Major challenge that our organization and this sector is facing is competition and over capacity. In the next five years we want to make competitive product for global requirement. It takes long time in visualizing a product and starting R & D, deciding on hardware and developing software, testing pilot run and then testing & certifying in Govt. Lab, and rectifying the findings, and complete the product, take about two years, then field run for One year. The challenge is to retain the Design Engineering Team so long.

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Power Quality & Design of Reactive Power Compensation Systems from Neptune

ower Factor Correction or Reactive Power Compenation forms a small but very important part of Electrical scheme of any Electrical network which source its supply from electrical utility company. It’s inadequacy in any form can result in power losses, voltage drop, increase in peak demand, untilized transformer and cable capacity. Moreover with most of the electricity companies billing in KVAH units, there is direct losses in terms of higher units if power factor of installation is maintained below unity. Most common method of improving power factor is to install Power Capacitor Banks at load side or mains. The Power Factor shall be improved but depending on the type and characteristicsof load the system if not designedproperly can interact with network to generate resonance condition and other negative impacts. Therefore it is imperative to follow certain guidelines for design of Power Factor Correction System to prevent resonance condition in order to avoid operational problems and damage to capacitors. Power Quality and its importance Poor Power Quality particularly high harmonic distortions can lead to resonance condition leading to operational problems and subsequent operating losses. Some of the consequences can be • Breaker Tripping, Burning & Blowing Frequent Equipment Failures, Failure in Electronic Equipment, Software Glitches 76 | MAY 2015 | ENGINEERING REVIEW

Thyristor Switched Real Time PFC System Detuned or Tuned Harmonic Reactor • High KVA Demand, Poor Power Factor, Operational Problem in DG supply on Change Over • Burning or Overheating of Capacitors, Transformers / Wires / Cables / Busbar and Switchgear component There has been much discussion and interest in recent years on the

subject of Power Quality particularly Harmonics under ambit of network power quality. More and more frequently, industrial and commercial users are finding that they have to deal with the problem of “polluted power”. Many seminars and awareness programs have been conducted to effectively deal with problems of harmonics. It is very common to hear about Capacitor Explosions, Switchgear Burning and Tripping and problems because of Voltage Transients in Electrical Power Industry. Lot has been done but still there are gaps in knowledge of Harmonics in network and methods to effectively deal with them. It has to be understood that Power Quality and Harmonics is one area of expertise within electrical discipline. Like other areas of Power Distribution,Lighting etc, the area also needs to be take care off while designing the electrical layout and Reactive Power Compensation System. In existing system Power Quality Studies assume great significance to understand network power quality profile and negative impact they can have on network.

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Hybrit Power Conditioning Equipment in Combination of RTPFC and Active Harmonic Filter

Neptune offer high quality Power Quality Studies for short durations, 24 hours to many days by high end waveform and PQ recorders so that to comprehensively understand harmonics, voltage flicker, Voltage fluctuation (Sags & Spikes), power factor issues during various load cycles of plant / office and their impact. Importance of suitable design of Power Factor Correction Systems Many consumers are not aware that Power Factor Correction system if not designed as per load characteristics, can itself result and become a cause for major operational problem in the network. Some of the issues can be : a. Enhanced harmonic distortion leading to resonance condition. b. Increased losses due to over or under compensation because of

mismatch in load variation and response time of Power Factor Correction System. c. Increased switching transients due to more no. of steps switched through Contactors. d. Operational problems, blowing of capacitor bank and other network loads due to harmonic resonance. e. Lot of power quality issues in network becomes visible after installation of inadequately designed PFC System. The above issues may not directly suggest that PF system is responsible but the fact of the matter is that wrongly designed Power Factor Correction system is one of the major cause of operational problems in electrical network. Neptune with experience of last more than 20 years and with installation base of more than 20000 systems all over India and abroad offer their expertise in designing, supplying and installation of high quality Intelligent Power Factor Correction and Harmonic Filtration systems. These systems are designed on the basis of Power Quality Studies and analysis using advanced simulation tools. Further information is also collected from customer or project consultant. Some of these are : 1. Characteristics and switching time / variation frequency of major

Real Time PFC Components

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Active Harmonic Filter

loads in the network along with the Rating of Main Transformer and major load feeders where compensation is possible. 2. Identifying balanced and unbalanced load condition in network. 3. Type and amplitude of harmonic distortion with individual harmonic content. Based on these inputs Neptune offers Intelligent PFC Systems with appropriate Detuning / Tuning Reactors switched through Contactors or Real Time Thyristor based switching. Possibility of Hybrid System is also worked out which is combination of Contactor based and Real Time TSM based. Balanced or Unbalanced (Phase to Phase) Compensation Systems are offered as per type of loads. Addition to PFC if harmonic mitigation is required combination of P.F. Correction plus Active Filter is offered again in hybrid model. The systems are intelligent with GSM modem, data logging and various communication options for reporting and analysis. With above what we achieve for customer is a perfect and most optimized Power Factor Control. This results in enhancing power quality of network thus bringing savings to customer along with minimizing lot of operational problems. Customized Designing of Power Factor Correction and Harmonic Filtration Equipment as per Customer Load Profile. www.engrreview.com

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Schneider Electric IT Business

wins top honours at CIO Choice awards for second consecutive year

chneider Electric IT Business India Pvt Ltd, a global leader in critical power and cooling services, won four top honours at the 3rd annual edition of CIO CHOICE awards- 2015 in Mumbai. The awards were received in the category of Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM), Enclosure systems, Data Center Cooling and Data Center power solutions by Schneider Electric IT BU. Mr. Nikhil Pathak, Mr. Swarup Das & Mr. Raja Bhaumik received the awards on behalf of Schneider Electric IT BU. This is the second consecutive year when Schneider Electric IT BU won top honours at CIO Choice awards. On winning the awards in the four coveted categories, Mr. Nikhil Pathak, Vice President – India and SAARC, Schneider Electric IT Business said, “We feel honoured to be recognized in four major categories by Indian CIO and IT decision maker community. This platform not only helps us in connecting with the CIO community at

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About Schneider Electric As a global specialist in energy management with operations in more than 100 countries, Schneider Electric offers integrated solutions across multiple market segments, including leadership positions in Utilities & Infrastructure, Industries & Machines Manufacturers, Non-residential Building, Data Centers & Networks and in Residential. Focused on making energy safe, reliable, efficient, productive and green, the company’s 140,000 plus employees achieved sales of 30.8 billion US dollars (24 billion euros) in 2012, through an active commitment to help individuals and organizations make the most of their energy. large, but also gives us an edge in the market as one of the most sought after brands. We will continue our efforts to deliver on our promise to our customers and partners as one of the most reliable brands in the market.” CIO CHOICE is an independent democratic platform that offers the CIO community an authentic aid to finding and considering vendors with the most preferred and stable products, services & solutions. It’s the only & the most competitive brand recognition among the fraternity. In 2015, CIO CHOICE awards received the highest number of nominations and entry submissions to date by ICT vendors. More than 100 entries were received this year, from a wide array of public and private ICT Vendor companies, both Large as well as Small & Medium Enterprises. CIO Choice represents cumulative endorsement with trust seal & now is a Gold Standard and validation from the CIO community for the recognized brands.

About Schneider Electric IT Business Schneider Electric IT Business, a global leader in critical power and cooling services, provides industry leading hardware, software, and services designed to ensure availability and higher energy efficiency across the residential, business network, data center, and manufacturing environments. Backed by the strength, experience, and wide network of Schneider Electric’s Critical Power & Cooling Services, Schneider Electric IT Business delivers well planned, flawlessly installed and maintained solutions throughout their lifecycle. Through its unparalleled commitment to innovation, the company delivers energy efficient solutions for critical technology and industrial applications

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SOCOMEC appoints Industry Veteran Sushil Virmani as Managing Director for India Operations Socomec recently announced the direct promotion of its Power Control & Safety, Energy Efficiency products through its distribution network in India. In continuation of ongoing strategic development and growth plans this appointment marks a significant move for Socomec in this market.

Sushil Virmani, Managing Director, Socomec Innovative Power Solutions India Pvt. Ltd.

ocomec, one of the leading global power solution specialist, announced the appointment of Sushil Virmani as Managing Director for India operations. In this role, Sushil Virmani will head all four business applications on the company strategic plan and contributing significantly to Socomec growth in this market. An engineering graduate from Punjab Engineering College, Sushil Virmani is an Industry veteran, who brings over 30 years of industry experience and expertise to the role. He has worked with brands like Eaton, Siemens, BHEL & Numeric Power. Before joining Socomec he was associated with Eaton where he worked as Director - Sales & Service, South Asia for Power Quality and Power Distribution products over the period of 15 years. He has a proven track record in sales, marketing, product, business development and general management

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leadership roles. He has good understanding of the key market segments such as IT, Data Centre, Education, Healthcare and Manufacturing. As Socomec targets to increase its penetration into the key market segments and to grow overall business in India, it decided to appoint the local expert who has in-depth understanding of Indian market conditions, practises, proficient command of the language and understanding of culture that can encourage and expected to achieve greater results. Socomec recently announced the direct promotion of its Power Control & Safety, Energy Efficiency products through its distribution network in India. In continuation of ongoing strategic development and growth plans this appointment marks a significant move for Socomec in this market. “We thank and congratulate Olivier Tremouille who had contributed significantly to the Socomec excellent performance since 2012 in Indian market. In this period Socomec achieved new heights and laid many milestones. We wish him all the success in the upcoming project with Socomec France Benelux Region. I am thrilled to welcome Sushil who has good potential, superior understanding and expertise in this field. We urge him to continue prove his efficiency and establish Socomec presence very strongly in this market”, said Christophe Brule, Regional IAP Direct of Socomec. “I am glad and honored to

lead Socomec India operations, an innovative company with strong presence in the market. Socomec is very well known for innovative products, advanced technology, after sales support etc. I really look forward to work with such excellent and talented team. With the experience that I have gained so far both in Enterprise and Distribution business, together with team and our valuable partners we can take Socomec to new heights in this market”, said Sushil Virmani, Managing Director, Socomec Innovative Power Solutions India Pvt. Ltd. ABOUT SOCOMEC Founded in 1922, SOCOMEC is an industrial group with a workforce of over 3000 people around the world in 21 subsidiaries. Our core business: the availability, control and safety of low voltage electrical networks… with increased focus on our customers’ power performance. In 2014, SOCOMEC posted turnover of 427 million euros.

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Sterling and Wilson to Set Up 50 MW Solar Power Plant for NTPC in Andhra Pradesh

Mr.Bikesh Ogra, President, Sterling & Wilson, Electrical & Solar Business

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terling and Wilson, part of Shapoorji Pallonji Group and one of India’s leading solar EPC companies with over 350 MW of solar projects spread across 13 states, has been awarded with the contract of setting up a 50 MW Solar Power Plant by NTPC a Maharatna company near Kadiri, Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh. Sterling and Wilson’s scope of work includes design, engineering, supply, installation & commissioning of Grid connected 50 MWp Solar PV project on a turnkey basis. Additionally, Sterling and Wilson will also be responsible for carrying out the operation and maintenance of the solar power plant for a period of 5 years. Sterling and Wilson will use domestic cells and modules for this project in accordance to PM Narendra Modi’s theme of “Make in India”, thereby extending a helping hand to the Indian Cells & Module Industry. Speaking on the new solar project to be set up for NTPC, Mr. Bikesh Ogra, President, Sterling and Wilson, Electrical & Solar Business said “It’s an honor to partner with NTPC and be entrusted with the responsibility of setting up their 50 MWp Solar PV project in Anantapur. The plant designing will adhere to Indian & International

standards and shall meet the stringent NTPC technical specifications. We will also take care of the operations and maintenance of this plant for the next 5 years from the date of successful completion of its trial run. With over 350 MWs of solar power plant installations across the country, Sterling & Wilson, possesses a dedicated pool of more than 200 experienced in-house professionals who excel in Design, Operations and Maintenance, Engineering and Project execution to ensure we surpass quality and safety standards in all of our installed Solar PV plants.” Sterling and Wilson is expected to complete the project within 12 months from the date of commencement of work.

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High Performance Sterling Generators DG Sets Powered by Volvo Penta

terling Generators - One of the largest Manufacturer of DG Sets in Asia, presents its new generation Sterling Generators DG Sets powered by Volvo Penta engines that offer high performance and are long lasting in nature. The Volvo Penta diesel engine was designed in advance for today’s uncompromising demands within the power generation industry and includes superior performance and reliability. This range of DG sets is between 250KVA – 650KVA. The Volvo Penta Diesel Generator Set has enhanced operating economy, environmental performance, and effective combustion which produces low exhaust emissions and decreases fuel consumption. Volvo Penta is a part of the Volvo Group, the world-leading developer and manufacturer of heavy-duty diesel engines. Quality and efficiency has always

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been the key strengths of Volvo Penta engines. The new generation DG sets from Sterling Generators powered by Volvo Penta engines are fuel efficient and produce a consistent performance that will provide you electricity for years to come. These DG sets are easy to support and service. Their premium design combined with a reliable engine after treatment system offers increased uptime as well as low cost of ownership. The Sterling Generator Volvo Penta DG sets are designed for easy installation to meet a varied range of needs. Commenting on the Sterling Generators Volvo Penta series DG sets, Mr. Sanjay Jadhav, President, Sterling and Wilson Powergen Pvt Ltd says, “One can be assured that these DG sets will measure up to the toughest demands you place on them. They offer very reliable performance, reduced vibrations and lower ownership cost along with improved emission levels and smoke characteristics and have lesser NOx, CO, PM and HC emission levels as compared to new CPCB norms. The

durable quality built into each DG Set enables them to operate in the harshest environments.” Sterling Generators is managed by a group of best minds in the Industry who bring in a Solutions-Oriented approach and the latest in Technology to their customers and are backed by a state-of-the art manufacturing facility at Silvassa. Sterling Generators, enjoys the trust and excellent relationships with their customers, operating in India through four Regional Hubs and 17 Branch office sand have opened offices in Dubai, Nigeria and Australia as they foray into the Exports market, which will be the focus area for the company in near future. It has a Pan India Network of trained Service Engineers across the country who are responsible for providing un-interrupted power to their customers and are available 24*7. Within a short span of 9 years, the company has had many accomplishments. Sterling Generators is now a dominant player in the High HP DG business in India and enjoys the support of leading business houses in the country. Installations at Delhi International Airport (DIAL), L&T, TCS, CAIRN Energy, VSNL, Infosys, SIEMENS, TATA Group, SAIL, TOI and many more, are a standing testimony of their Project Execution & Service capability.

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TÜV Rheinland collaborates with National Institute of Wind Energy (NIWE) Cooperation Agreement signed for certification of wind turbines for the Indian / International Market

ÜV Rheinland Industrie Service GmbH along with TUV Rheinland (India) Pvt. Ltd. and Chennai based National Institute of Wind Energy (NIWE), have announced that they have signed a co-operation agreement to collaborate in certification of wind turbines for the Indian / International market with a focus on type and component certification for onshore and offshore wind turbines / wind power projects. NIWE is an autonomous institution of Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), Government of India, engaged in offering various services in the wind energy sector such as Wind Resource Assessment, R&D, Training, Type Testing and Type Certification of Wind Turbines etc. TÜV Rheinland Industrie Service GmbH, Germany, is an internationally accredited certification body for the type and component certification of onshore and offshore wind turbines in accordance with international and national standards by the German Accreditation Body “DAkkS” as well as an inspection body. TUV Rheinland (India) Pvt. Ltd. is a subsidiary of the Germany based TÜV Rheinland Group, a worldwide leader in Testing, Inspection, Certification, Consulting and Training etc. Through their collaboration, TUV Rheinland and NIWE would jointly offer their services for the wind energy sector particularly

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to designers and manufacturers of wind turbines & components as well as project developers, Independent Power Producers (IPP), operators, investors and insurance companies needing the technical services. They will also work together on project certification, testing of wind turbines and will be available for additional technical services. TÜV Rheinland has therefore expanded its local presence in India with qualified wind energy experts. “This new collaboration with a globally renowned partner in the Indian market is a further milestone in the expansion of TUV Rheinland’s focused activities in the wind energy industry” said Mr. Thomas Fuhrmann, CEO & Managing Director, TUV Rheinland India. “With many years of experience and a high degree of expertise and recognition, NIWE is the ideal partner for our business in India.” Dr. S. Gomathinayagam, Director General, NIWE said, “We are delighted to have collaborated with TÜV Rheinland, an experienced technology partner with longstanding experience and engineering expertise in testing and certification that has been on the Indian market for almost 20 years. This co-operation agreement is an achievement on positive Indo-German collaboration and capacity building as emphasized in the RE-INVEST Meet of MNRE, which

was inaugurated by Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, held during 15-17th February 2015 at New Delhi and duly followed-up in Hannover Messe, Germany, in April 2015, where India was a partner country.” “Through a local presence, flexible collaboration with NIWE and correspondingly lean processes, we can offer Indian customers from the wind energy industry active interaction and support for the Indian market.” said Mr. Benedikt Anselmann, Vice President Industrial Services, TUV Rheinland India. “From a customer perspective, considerably shorter lead times would generate excellent added value.” With this co-operation, TUV Rheinland and NIWE jointly offer manufacturers, operators, investors, IPPs and insurance companies a comprehensive range of services for the wind energy industry (onshore and offshore). This co-operation agreement highlights the importance of certification for the orderly development of wind energy sector ensuring the international quality, performance and safety for achieving the ambitious target set by Government of India of 60,000 MW wind energy capacity by 2022.

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Dr. Matthias Kirchherr appointed as Chief Sales Officer for Europe at U.I. Lapp GmbH

r Matthias Kirchherr has been appointed as Chief Sales Officer (CSO) for Sales and Marketing within U.I. Lapp GmbH. With this appointment the Stuttgart-based family business is continuing to take strategic steps to strengthen its international sales activities. As the Chief Sales Officer of U.I. Lapp GmbH, Kirchherr is not only in charge of the geographical region of Europe, but also South America, Africa and the United Arab Emirates. Dr Matthias Kirchherr studied mechanical engineering and business administration and has previously been the Managing Director of several renowned international companies. 90 | MAY 2015 | ENGINEERING REVIEW

“With Mr Kirchherr, we have an extraordinary expert with a wealth of sales experience within mechanical and plant engineering. He is very familiar with the industry and knows how small and medium-sized companies think and behave. He will help to ensure that the family company has a steady course of growth”, explains Andreas Lapp, Chairman of the Board of Lapp Holding AG. Dr Matthias Kirchherr wants to establish new focal points within sales. “I can see great opportunities in the expansion of the solutions business. As ever, the product business remains our foundation, but we also need to work upon providing our customers with solution packages which give them added value. We want to accompany major customers who are expanding to other countries with our customised solution concepts.” He also sees additional opportunities for growth in the development of new markets and industries. Dr Matthias Kirchherr has been appointed CSO of U.I. Lapp GmbH. About the Lapp Group: Headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany, the Lapp Group is a leading supplier of integrated solutions and branded products in the field of cable and connection technology. The Group’s portfolio includes standard and highly

flexible cables, industrial connectors and screw technology, customized system solutions, automation technology and robotics solutions for the intelligent factory of the future, as well as technical accessories. The Lapp Group’s core market is in the industrial machinery and plant engineering sector. Other key markets are in the food industry as well as the energy and the mobility sector. The Lapp Group has remained in continuous family ownership since it was founded in 1959. In the 2013/14 business year, it generated consolidated revenue of 820 million euros. Lapp currently employs approximately 3,200 people across the world, has 18 production sites and over 40 sales companies. It also works in cooperation with around 100 foreign representatives.

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Crompton’s One-Stop Solution for Home Electricals • One-stop for energy efficient home electricals • First exclusive showroom in Mumbai • 60 Crompton exclusive showrooms launched pan India

rompton - India’s most trusted electrical brand launched its first exclusive showroom in Mumbai’s ‘mecca’ for electrical goods – Lohar Chawl. Crompton started rolling out the exclusive showrooms from last fiscal and has launched 60 ‘Exclusive Showrooms’ with a network of 500 authorised service centres pan India. Backed by quick and efficient after sales service the toll free customer care number (1800 419 0505) ensures customer requests are addressed within 48 hours by skilled technicians. Strategically located, Crompton’s exclusive showroom in Mumbai is an experience zone and a one-stop shop for customers for a range of ‘energy efficient’ home electricals. It aims to provide a complete set of electrical solutions to the customer to enrich his/her experience through the lifecycle of a Crompton product. Consumers can choose from Crompton’s wide range of air circulation options, lighting systems, water solutions and home appliances. From consultation to advisory services, the experience zone 92 | MAY 2015 | ENGINEERING REVIEW

will aid consumers in ideating electrical aesthetics for their home and help them make an informed decision. So this means, not only can they decide on aesthetically appealing appliances to suit their home décor but they make informed decisions in bringing home, low power-consuming appliances for savings on their electricity bills. It wouldn’t be amiss to say, almost every Indian household must have embraced a Crompton product in the past 77 years and continues to do so with the same zeal. It is our commitment to their patronage as we expand our brand footprint as per our growth strategy to make electrical products affordable and accessible. The consumer durables market is expected to see significant growth, with India becoming the fifth largest market by 2025. Crompton with its versatile product portfolio has significant market share in consumer durables and further gearing up to meet the future market trends. Our established leadership in fans, innovation in lighting, energy saving drive in pumps and trusted brand position in consumer appliances make us a preferred choice of customers. Commenting on the opening Mr. Ramesh

Kumar, Global Sales Head – Consumer Products, Crompton said: “In line with the companywide focus on customers and increasing retail presence, we are gearing up to expand our footprint through the Crompton Exclusive Showrooms. They are a one-stop shop which enables us to serve our customers through direct interaction and address their various buying needs. It provides greater brand accessibility to not just our valued customers but also serves as a platform to connect with our retailers and distributors”. About CG Avantha Group Company CG is a global pioneering leader in the management and application of electrical energy. With more than 15,000 employees across its operations in around 85 countries, CG provides electrical products, systems and services for utilities, power generation, industries, and consumers. The company is organised into four business groups: Power, Industrial, Automation, and Consumer. For more information CG, Web: www.cgglobal.com www.engrreview.com

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Mitsubishi Electric

to Build Elevator Factory in India

itsubishi Electric Corporation announced that Mitsubishi Elevator India Private Limited will build a factory in Bangalore, India, aiming to strengthen local competitiveness and expand business in the world’s second largest market for elevators and escalators. India’s elevator and escalator market, which has grown in step with the country’s rapid economic development, is now the world’s second largest, next to China. Annual demand rose to 47,000 units in 2014 and is expected to continue growing. In 1995, Mitsubishi Electric began selling elevators through local distributors. In August 2012, it established a company

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in Chennai to reinforce sales, installations and maintenance, and in April 2014, Mitsubishi Electric launched the NEXIEZ-LITE elevator model for lowto mid-rise buildings in the India’s market. Bangalore is located in southern India, where an increasing number of enterprises in fields including the IT industry are setting up operations. By producing locally, Mitsubishi Electric expects to strengthen product competitiveness in terms of price and delivery time, focusing especially on its NEXIEZ-LITE model. A special emphasis will be placed on the efficient integration of sales, manufacturing, installation and maintenance. Product development will be reinforced with an elevator test tower, approx.41 meters high, and field-training center for installation and maintenance work on the premises of the new factory. The enhanced education of engineers is expected to further elevate the quality and reliability of products and services, ultimately for increased customer satisfaction.

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SUZLON group awarded 90MW order by ReNew Power • The 90 MW project in Madhya Pradesh is jointly developed by ReNew Power and Suzlon and executed by the latter as the EPC partner • Suzlon will install 43 WTGs of S97 120m Hybrid Tower with rated capacity of 2.1MW each • The project will provide electricity to ~56,000 households and curb ~ 0.195 million tonnes of CO2 emissions each year

uzlon Group, one of the leading wind turbine manufacturer, announced that it has won new order for 90 MW turnkey project from its existing customer, ReNew Power. ReNew Power is one of India’s largest Independent Power Producers (IPPs), with clean energy assets of more than 1000 MW of commissioned and under-construction projects. Suzlon will install its revolutionary S97 120m Hybrid Tower WTGs (wind turbine generator) with rated capacity of 2.1MW in Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh (MP). Suzlon will install 29 WTGs at the site Kode and 14 WTGs at Limbwas site in Ratlam district. The project is scheduled for commissioning by March 2016. The new order of 90 MW from ReNew Power being a repeat order reaffirms industry’s faith in Suzlon’s product portfolio and service capabilities. Suzlon has commissioned 98.70 MW for ReNew Power so far and 100.80 MW is currently under execution in Rajasthan. Suzlon will leverage its end-to-end wind solutions expertise to oversee the project operations. The S97 120m is World’s tallest Hybrid Tower designed to harness the wind energy across low wind sites. It is a combination of lattice and tubular structure which ensures higher yield and potential increase in power output by 12-14%. The project, jointly developed by ReNew Power and Suzlon is being executed by Suzlon as the EPC partner. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Sumant Sinha, Chairman & CEO, ReNew Power said, “As a leading energy company, our goal is to rapidly expand our business and we wanted to partner with a company that has 96 | MAY 2015 | ENGINEERING REVIEW

the right capabilities and experience to understand our business nuances and requirements. The reason Suzlon is our preferred partner of choice is the synergy in our mission to deliver clean energy solutions to meet India’s rapidly expanding energy requirements as well as pave the way for a greener and more sustainable future.” 2 Mr Tulsi Tanti, Chairman, Suzlon Group said, “The new order from ReNew Power demonstrates the customer confidence in our products and service capabilities. We are delighted to partner with ReNew Power to develop clean energy projects in India with our next generation turbines. We will leverage our state of the art manufacturing facilities across India, best in class services and technological edge to ensure delivery excellence for this project. The Indian renewable market will witness a quantum leap in the next few years. Suzlon is best positioned to capitalize this opportunity with our 18 years of sustained market leadership and technology edge. India is a key focus market for Suzlon and we will partner with our clients to contribute towards enhancing India’s renewable energy portfolio.” Suzlon group is aligned to the vision of Make in India and Nation’s Energy security. Suzlon endeavours to bring down cost of energy and provide clean and affordable energy for all. About ReNew Power: ReNew Power, an Independent Power Producer (IPP) company, is committed to leading a change in the country’s current energy portfolio by delivering cleaner and smarter energy choices and thereby reducing India’s carbon footprint. ReNew Power’s

mission is to play a pivotal role in meeting India’s growing energy needs in an efficient, sustainable and socially responsible manner. The company creates value through reliable and efficient generation of non-conventional power through innovation in solar and wind power solutions. ReNew Power generates close to 600 MW of installed and operational clean energy capacity across the states of Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Karnataka, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Haryana. For more information please visit: www.renewpower. in. Follow ReNew Power on Twitter @ ReNew_Power About Suzlon Group: The Suzlon Group is a leading wind turbine manufacturer in India having a global presence with spread extending across Asia, Australia, Europe, Africa and North and South America. With over two decades of operating history, the group has a cumulative installations of over 14 GW of wind energy capacity, operations across over 17 countries, a workforce of over 6,900 and a vertically integrated, low-cost, manufacturing base, and strong in house R&D set up in Germany, Netherlands, Denmark and India. Suzlon has over 8600 MW of cumulative installations in India which is the largest in the country. The Group – headquartered at Suzlon One Earth in Pune, India – comprises Suzlon Energy Limited and its subsidiaries.

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PHILIPS Lighting reiterates its commitment to “Make in India” through local insights based on new LED innovations • Introduces slimmest LED Panel and a 2-in-1 LED lamp that changes colour with a simple toggle of the switch • Developed, designed and manufactured in India to respond to consumer insights

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hilips Lighting India, the country’s leading provider of lighting solutions, today launched two revolutionary LED lighting products which have been primarily designed and developed in response to the Indian consumer insights. The first-ever colour changing branded LED bulb with a simple toggle of switch and the slimmest ever downlighter by Philips, have been introduced to help the brand strengthen its foothold into the growing LED market in India. Philips RazorLED and Philips Ace Saver 2-in-1 have been designed and developed at Philips Lighting Innovation Centre (PLIC) in Noida. RazorLED is the slimmest ever LED downlighter by Philips (7.8mm) - it is 60% slimmer and 50% lighter compared to normal LED downlighters. The product has enhanced colour rendering index adding to the interior appeal. Ace Saver, an industry first, is a 2-in-1 colour changing LED lamp that changes colour between crystal white and golden yellow in the absence of a mobile phone or a tablet. Philips is the first branded lighting player in the industry to bring this innovation to India, after conceptualizing, designing and developing it in the country. “Smart solutions that seamlessly integrate in today’s homes and work spaces are driving the industry. At Philips, our innovations are based on consumer insights and we develop products that meet the evolving

consumer needs. For e.g.: our research reflects that consumers prefer white light for reading and switch to yellow light in a formal setting and the 2-in-1 LED bulb will do just that. The bulb can be simply controlled through a switch without any need for a smartphone or an app or any other frills. Similarly, with slim and sleek being the preferred option for all lifestyle products, RazorLED has got great initial response from the consumers. We sold more than a million worth of products per day in the first 45 days of the launch”, said, Sumit Joshi, Head Marketing, Philips Lighting India. Lighting has moved from being just a functional product used for the purpose of illumination. Light has become digital, a lifestyle product and is becoming a solution rather than just a product. The category of down lights, wall & ceiling and spots account for 53% of the home lighting market. Philips’s RazorLED is manufactured with precision in LED mounting which gives uniform light distribution across the surface without any dark or bright spots, making it highly luminous. RazorLED downlights come with a unique mounting mechanism that can easily fit into various false ceiling types – plyboard, gypsum or particle board. Its high power factor reduces energy consumption and makes it last up to 3 times longer than conventional light sources.

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Consumers now seek multiple functionality lighting solutions and like to be in control of the ambience which suits their moods, personalities and occasions. LED lighting plays an integral role here because it can be personalized. The new Ace Saver 2-in-1 color changing LED lamp is designed to perfection for providing task-oriented illumination and ambient illumination, for both residential and professional use. This improves the alignment of illuminance to key task areas, and provides individual control. It will benefit consumers with upto 85% energy saving as compared to GLS. Philips has been at the forefront of developing indigenous products which are conceptualized, researched and developed at PLIC, and resonate with the Indian consumers. Philips products are customized to withstand local operating conditions like voltage fluctuations, frequent power outages, diverse weather conditions (dust, humidity, extreme temperature change) and are accordingly priced at competitive rates. Philips has invested and expanded its R&D capabilities at PLIC and has developed more than 200 LED lighting products there in the last two years.

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Product details: Philips RazorLED downlighter • RazorLED is available in two variants and with a colour option in shades of white (cool, natural and warm) • The 12W downlighter delivers up to 650 Lumen and is priced at INR1790 for a master pack of 6 • The 15W downlighter delivers up to 900 Lumen is priced at INR 1990 for a master pack of 6 Philips Ace Saver 2-in-1 colour changing LED lamp • The Ace Saver 2-in-1 colour changing LED lamps offer up to 40% energy savings over 15W CFL • It is specially designed to meet the requirements of both, residential areas (halls, bedrooms or lounge areas) and offices • This has been developed keeping in mind the home and office décor trends in India and also the emerging concept of mood lighting • Priced at INR 749 and has a 15 years long life About Royal Philips Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA) is a diversified health and well-being company, focused on improving people’s lives through meaningful innovation in the areas of Healthcare, Consumer Lifestyle and Lighting. Headquartered in the Netherlands, Philips posted 2014 sales of EUR 21.4 billion and employs approximately 105,000 employees with sales and services in more than 100 countries. The company is a leader in cardiac care, acute care and home healthcare, energy efficient lighting solutions and new lighting applications, as well as male shaving and grooming and oral healthcare. For more information Philips Web: www.philips.com/newscenter

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Thermal power takes the front seat in the Indian Power Sector

P “We will look for technologies for clean coal as this will be the mainstay in India’s fuel mix even as we strive to address climate concerns,” said Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Coal, Power and Renewable Energy recently. According to the government, strong bilateral relations between Japan and India to be further strengthened in the areas of energy cooperation and building smart cities.

ower is one of the most critical components of infrastructure that affects the economic growth of a nation. The Indian power sector is one of the most diversified in the world. Sources for power generation range from conventional ones like coal, natural gas, oil, hydro and nuclear power to non-conventional sources such as wind, solar and domestic waste. In order to meet the increasing requirement of power, massive addition to the installed generating capacity in the country is the need of the hour. The Indian Government’s aim to attain ‘Power For All’ has resulted in capacity addition. The Planning Commission’s 12th Plan expects total domestic energy production to reach 669.6 million tonnes of oil equivalent (MTOE) by 2016–17 and 844 MTOE by 2021–22. According to the 2014 energy outlook report by BP, British oil giant, by 2030 – 35 the energy demand in India is projected to be the highest among all countries. India & Thermal Power India’s power generation witnessed growth at a very impressive rate during the first nine months of the financial year 2014-15. Power stations generated 793.7 billion units of power during this period, 9.9% higher

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as compared to the corresponding period the year before. The growth in total power generation was driven by the thermal power segment. Thermal power generation accounts for more than 80% of total power generation in India and is expected to grow. Increase in raw material availability and capacity additions will push thermal power generation. According to CMIE’s CapEX database, thermal power generation capacity is expected to grow by 27,744 mw in 2015-16. Coal to remain important mainstay fuel India, which has doubled its coal thermal capacity since 2007 is looking towards greater emphasis on clean coal technologies as coal will continue to be the predominant fuel just as Asian major Japan adds another 7200 mw of coal capacity in the next five to seven years. “We will look for technologies for clean coal as this will be the mainstay in India’s fuel mix even as we strive to address climate concerns,” said Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Coal, Power and Renewable Energy recently. According to the government, strong bilateral relations between Japan and India to be further strengthened in

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Continued from page no.102 the areas of energy cooperation and building smart cities. Speaking about the importance of renewable energy in the overall energy basket, Goyal added that India has set a 175 GW target for renewable energy and this will happen in the next five years. “We are looking at innovative financing models. We are engaging with states to expand rooftops in a big way,” he said recently. Government Initiatives The Government of India has identified the power sector as a key sector of focus to promote sustained industrial growth. The RE-INVEST 2015 which concluded in February this year, is a significant step in making India self-reliant in energy. Apart from this, the Indian Government has announced a massive renewable power production target of 175,000 MW by 2022, comprising 100,000 MW from solar power, 60,000 MW from wind energy, 10,000 MW from biomass and 5,000 MW from small hydro power projects. A Joint Indo-US PACE Setter Fund has also been established with a contribution of $ 4 million from each side to enhance clean energy cooperation. The Indian power sector has an investment potential of Rs 15 trillion (US$ 237.35 billion) in the next 4-5 years, which will provide immense opportunities in power generation, distribution, transmission and equipment. The immediate aim of the government is to produce two trillion units (kilowatt hours) of energy by 2019. The government had rewritten the National Solar Mission with target of 100,000 MW capacity by 2022. The government has also sought to restart stalled hydro power projects and increased the wind energy target from 20 GW to 60 GW by 2022.

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The Path Ahead As India is set to position itself among the world’s top three manufacturing destination and the Government’s ‘Make-In-India’ campaign catching huge attention across the globe, it is clear that India’s power demand is set to witness sharp rise in the near future. This will certainly affect the overall economy as there will be vast business opportunities for foreign players, Indian conglomerates and especially SMEs. We can say the overall scenario may lead India to become one of the most ‘Power’ful nation.

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• OTHER GOVERNMENT INITIATIVES • The Union Cabinet of India has approved 15,000 MW of grid-connected solar power projects of National Thermal Power Corp Ltd (NTPC). • The Indian Railways has signed a bilateral power procurement agreement with the Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC). The agreement was signed between North Central Railway and DVC. This is the first time the railways will directly buy power from a supplier. • US federal agencies have committed a total of US$ 4 billion for projects and equipment sourcing, one of the biggest deals for the growing renewable energy sector in India. • A memorandum of collaboration (MoC) was signed in New Delhi on January 20, 2015 between the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) and Oil & Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) to work towards a collective research and development (R&D) programme for developing indigenous technologies to enhance exploration and exploitation of hydrocarbons and alternate sources of energy. Investments • More than 290 global and domestic companies have committed to generate 266 gigawatts (GW) of solar,

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wind, mini-hydel and bio-mass based power in India over the next 5-10 years. The initiative would entail an investment of about US$ 310-350 billion. The sector has attracted FDI worth US$ 9,548.82 million during the period April 2000 to February 2015. Inox Wind Ltd, a subsidiary of Gujarat Fluorochemicals and a wind energy solutions provider, plans to double its manufacturing capacity to 1,600 MW at a total investment of Rs 200 crore (US$ 31.64 million) by the end of next financial year. Suzlon Energy Ltd announced that it has completed installing and commissioning 350 MW of wind energy in Brazil. This combined capacity includes projects located in the high wind states of Rio Grande do Norte and Ceara in Brazil. ACME Group plans to invest Rs 600 crore (US$ 94.93 million) to develop 74 MW of solar photovoltaic (PV) power projects in Punjab. The Dilip Shanghvi family, founders of Sun Pharma, plans to acquire a 23 per cent stake in Suzlon Energy with a preferential issue of fresh equity for Rs 1,800 crore (US$ 284.8 million). Reliance Power Ltd has signed an accord with the Government of Rajasthan to develop 6,000 MW of solar power projects in the state over the next 10 years. Global private equity (PE) fund Actis will invest US$ 230 million to create an Indian renewable energy platform, Ostro Energy, the fund said in a press release. Ostro Energy’s first project Tejuva—a 50.4 MW wind project—is already under construction in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan.

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High tech manufacturing & its challenges Mr GK Pillai is a Change Management Leader having extensive experience of 42 years in the Manufacturing Industries both in the Public sector & Private Sector. Presently working as Managing Director & CEO of Walchandnagar Industries Ltd. Pune and prior to this has been the Chairman & MD of Heavy Engineering Corporation Ltd. Ranchi - A central PSU. Mr. G. K. Pillai Managing Director & CEO Walchandnagar Industries Limited.

igh tech manufacturing can be referred to manufacturing with the usage of cutting edge technologies or the most advanced technologies available. It can be manufacturing of high technology products or manufacturing using high technology processes. With passing of time, technologies once considered hi-tech become obsolete. Not so long ago, a pager was supposed to be a high technology item and a status symbol; now, it is disappeared from the market with the introduction of mobile phones. So the biggest challenge is, to be updated with the changes/trends in the technologies. Walchandnagar Industries Ltd. (WIL) has been into hi-tech manufacturing for more than four decades. WIL regularly manufactures high technology equipment for various sectors like Defence, Nuclear, Aerospace and Missile. The manufacturing of such hi-tech components or assemblies involves complex processes of fabrication, Heat treatment, machining, testing, inspection for a wide range of exotic materials and that too, adhering to stringent quality requirements. There are unique challenges associated in manufacturing of hi-tech products; Complexity

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The parts, sub-assemblies of various projects/equipment/systems are too complex in geometry, construction, assembly and working as well. These complexities needs to be met by detailed engineering and manufacturing. Rapidly evolving technology The rate of change of technology in hi-tech industry is more than in any other industry sector.One has to constantly be up to date with the latest technological changes in the market and absorb them in the system Working with exotic materials Manufacturing in Hi tech industry involves working with a wide range of metals and its alloys including those from exotic categories. The process parameters, behaviour of materials in different manufacturing operations vary distinctly with the change in material grade. For example, parameters for welding/machining of Aluminium alloys vis-Ă -vis Titaniumalloys areat two extremes. Therefore, thorough knowledge of these materials is essential. Maintaining precision For maintaining the precision or accuracy, one need to have the required resources like high precision CNC

machines, good quality welding facilities, specially developed tooling, clean room facilities with controlled environment conditions, latest inspection techniques/instruments, established processes etc. Above all, all these machines are to be calibrated at pre-decided frequency. Testing &Inspection In the past, inspection of large sized components was always a challenge. Inspection for geometrical features such as flatness, concentricity of bores which are apart by a large distance etc. are really laborious and dependent on personal skill when done with conventional instruments. With the introduction of inspection machines like portable Co-ordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), the process has become simpler. Facilities such as laser probes on CNC machines, help the user to inspect the component and print the report on the machine itself. Softwares CAD/CAM/CAE softwares assist to make 3D models, analyse the design for various parameters, virtual simulation, generating programs for CNC machines etc. With these softwares, we can test and simulate the product even before manufacturing it. These

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facilities are also useful during the reverse engineering. Skilled manpower For all the above areas, skilled manpower is the most essential. Through exhaustive training/trials, guidance, the skills are developed. However, retention of skilled manpower is one of the greatest challenges in high tech manufacturing. With proper knowledge of management systems, skill losses due to manpower attrition, can be compensated to some extent. Strengths of Walchandnagar Industries Walchandnagar Industries Limited is well equipped with state of the art manufacturing facilities to meet diverse product requirements. Some of the strengths are as listed below:

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• Sophisticated welding systems & other fabricationfacilities to undertake fabrication of various ferrous & non-ferrous metals. • Large Sized Heat Treatment Furnaces with data acquisition systems. • Robust Quality Systems to meet National & International Standards. • Highly skilled manpower • Knowledge of working on exotic materials like Stainless Steel, Maraging Steel, Super Duplex Steel, AB2 Steels, 15-5PH, Inconel, Monel, Titanium and so on. Significant Achievements of WIL in Hi-tech manufacturing: • Zeroth Stage strap on boosters and First stage Main boosters for Launch Vehicle for India’s first Moon mission “CHANDRAYAAN-I”

and Mars Mission “MANGALYAAN” • Solid propellant Rocket Motorcasings for India’s first ICBM “Agni-V” • Design / Engineering, manufacturing, supply and installation of transmission gear box, weapon systems, critical plant equipment and aggregation & integration of plant for Nation’s Strategic Program of Submarine building. • Core Equipment like Calandrias, End Shields, Heat Exchangers for 235 MWe, 500 MWe and 700 MWe Nuclear Reactors & Nuclear Power plants. • Combustion Chambers for “Akash” Surface to Air Missiles in batch production mode. • Main propulsion Gear boxes for Indian built Navy frigates, Corvettes, Survey Vessels, ASW Corvettes, Fleet Tankers and Submarines. • Exported Complete Cement Plant with the largest Kiln ever manufactured by any Indian Company, • First Indian Company export Sugar Machinery and built a complete turnkey project. • First Indian Company to develop Independent Power project on Municipal Solid waste. • Dia 2.3 Mtr Optical Telescope (then Asia’s Largest Telescope) Awards • DRDO Technology Absorption Award 1998 • Indian Nuclear Society’s “Industrial Excellence Award” in 2006

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Q. Is everything hunky-dory with the manufacturing sector? We can only say at the moment that there is optimism as far as sentiments are concerned, however action on the ground leaves a lot to be desired. Positive sentiments began to be built up with the coming of the new government in May last year and since then there has been a lot of pro-active work done in terms of unshackling the ennui that had set in. Launch of the “Make in India” campaign, thrust on the defence sector (especially indigenous manufacturing), relaxation of FDI norms, higher budgetary allocations for infrastructure, progress towards critical legislations like GST (consensus building), reforms towards labour related legislations by some states like Rajasthan and finally the attempts being made to pass the “Land-Acquisition” bill with the right amount of consensus are all long term measures which will serve the manufacturing sector in the long run. The downturn in the commodities cycle especially crude oil, iron ore, etc have to a large extent positively affected raw material costs which have lent support to profit margins of manufacturing companies. However absence of fructification of big ticket investments in core infrastructure like power generation (conventional and nuclear based) have led to order book positions for engineering and manufacturing sector not seeing any significant uptick. Exports situation has also been tepid with feeble recovery in USA and continued problems in the Euro

Zone further aggravated by tensions in the Middle East. We do agree that the government will take some time to actually to get things moving and a lot of the pushback is due to stressed balance sheets of corporates. All in all we remain quite hopeful of the potential of the manufacturing sector in the future. Q. What are the drivers which would give a thrust to the manufacturing sector? In our view some of the key thrust areas which would give a fillip to the manufacturing sector would be:

• Successful roll out of the Goods and Services Tax – creation of a uniform and fair All- India market. • A consensus based Land acquisition act wherein there is a reasonable balance between scope for industry to grow further and fair compensation to farmers and land-holders • Firm steps towards long term interest rate reduction – a step wherein the Central Bank and the Central Government act in tandem towards economic recovery. • Long pending reforms in the mining sector – both coal and iron ore so as to give a fillip to power generation held up due to disruptions in fuel linkage. • Clarity on CLNDA clause in the nuclear domain so expedite setting u of NPPs and also to increase private participation. • A proactive Defence Procurement

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A versatile manufacturing facility with a prudent mix of specialized and general purpose machine tools, advanced skills in fabrication and welding, proven engineering expertise and a support ecosystem are some of the building blocks of our facility. Another significant factor emerging in this area is availability of land especially as far as increasing scale of operations i s concerned. With key legislation in this regard getting delayed, it would remain a stumbling block. With sufficient land availability, Walchandnagar Industries Ltd doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see this as a constraint for scaling up its operations in the future.

Policy (DPP) to encourage private sector participation in defence manufacturing. â&#x20AC;˘ Clarity on retrospective taxation issues so as to encourage foreign investments Q. Comments on Hi-Tech manufacturing in our industry (heavy engineering), challenges, capabilities The Heavy Engineering industry has seen a definite move towards niche or hi-tech manufacturing in recent decades. From relatively commoditized offerings in process equipment, sugar plants, cement plants, boilers, etc the challenge has shifted to extremely demanding offerings in nuclear plant equipments, defence applications, aerospace components and structures, ship-building, etc. A major challenge is also seen in handling of exotic materials like composites, aluminium alloys, etc. Very high capital cost in acquisition of the necessary machine tools (which can accommodate such tight tolerances over large sized components) and material handling equipment have inevitably become a pre-requisite towards genuinely building such capabilities. Multi-Axis

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Boring Machines, Large Turning centres, Deep-Hole drilling machines, Profile Cutting CNC Machines, etc are some examples.Extremely sophisticated and stringent quality control techniques have also developed concomitant to machining and fabrication technology in the domain of Hi-Tech manufacturing. Other challenges include significant investments (both in terms of time and cost) in attaining specific fabrication skills with reference to both materials and equipment. These skills are usually a result of a combination of expert engineering and some amount of trial and error. Qualification of Welders, constant training and upgradation along with skill retention have become keys to success in hi-tech manufacturing. Specifically speaking of Walchandnagar Industries Ltd, we have been into hi-tech manufacturing for more than four decades now through our association with strategic government agencies like DRDO, DRDL, Indian Navy, NPCIL, ATV Program, ISRO, etc. Our facilities at Walchandnagar and our technical and managerial personnel have been fully tuned to carry out such activities to exacting standards. A versatile manufacturing facility with a prudent mix of specialized and general purpose machine tools, advanced skills in fabrication and welding, proven engineering expertise and a support ecosystem are some of the building blocks of our facility. Another significant factor emerging in this area is availability of land especially as far as increasing scale of operations is concerned. With key legislation in this regard getting delayed, it would remain a stumbling block. With sufficient land availability, Walchandnagar Industries Ltd doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see this as a constraint for scaling up its operations in the future. For more information Web: www.walchand.com www.engrreview.com

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Covered conductors & its applications In Electrical Engineering parlance, an overhead conductor provided with an insulating material so that conductor clashing does not lead to outages, the natural elements do not damage the steel and aluminum alloy from which these conductors are manufactured and prevention of death due to electrocution are avoided are termed as covered conductors. Applications for these conductors in Electrical system are highlighted below. V. SASIKUMAR, Raychem RPG Pvt. Ltd. 1.0 Introduction The majority of power distribution in India is still undertaken using the overhead bare conductor system, running on concrete or metal poles. Underground cabling has been adopted and are in use in the major cities, but this again has been limited to the newly built up areas. The old cities and the outskirts of the cities have still remained with the overhead conductor system. The disadvantage of this bare conductor system are many, but these disadvantages are over ruled by the simple fact that they are the cheapest method for the distribution of power available today. There is a very urgent need to identify and introduce a system that can overcome all the disadvantages of the bare conductors and at the same time provide a technically better and cost effective solution for the transmission and distribution. The covered conductor fits well into this slot as this is a technically better solution and also is cost effective when compared to the underground cabling. 2.0 Description of existing system The existing overhead bare conductor distribution system used consists of mainly concrete single poles or metal rail poles on which metal cross arms are mounted and insulators of the relevant voltage rating is mounted. The bare conductors of either AAAC or ACSR construction is mounted on top / side of these insulators and are tied using aluminum wires. Spacing between the conductors are provided to take care of the air clearances as specified in Indian 116 | MAY 2015 | ENGINEERING REVIEW

lines and bringing the lines together etc. This creates a phase to phase fault tripping the feeder. 3.2 Trees / branches creating short circuit : Tree branch falling across the three phases / leaves of coconut trees falling across the three phase lines creating dead short on the feeder is not very uncommon.

Electricity rules / act. Cut points are provided where the connection from one side to the other is given by using jumpers which are tied to the bare conductors at either sides of the pole. Tap offs from these lines are taken by using ACSR / AAAC conductors of required cross section and tying them to the existing lines using aluminum wires or using bolted connectors at the junction. Similar connection is also used for connecting the transformers to these lines. 3.0 Problems in existing system This method of distribution has many disadvantages some of which are furnished below: 3.1 Conductor Clashing: One of the major problems that is faced by the bare line distribution is the conductor clashing. The clashing can occur due to many reasons like strong wind, touching of tree branches during windy season, trees growing under the existing

3.3 Snapping of conductors : Water entry into the bare conductors is a very common phenomenon. The water travels along the conductor and settles at the lowest sag point. The water evaporates when the conductor gets heated and the water vapor reacts with the steel core in the ACSR conductor specially and creates corrosion which gradually erodes the same. With the steel core breaking away, it is only time when the conductor itself gets slashed and falls to the ground bringing down the entire feeder. In coastal areas, the salt content in the atmosphere only ensures that the slashing effect occurs much quicker. In certain areas, PVC pipes are provided on to the conductors in the false hope that these PVC pipes will protect against shock. In fact this only increases the problem, as the water vapor formed when the water evaporates do not have any open space to escape and speeds up the corrosion of the conductor. 3.4 Loosening of joints: One of the biggest issues in distribution today is the loosening of jumpers on lines and adding to the losses. Whether the joints www.engrreview.com

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onto the lines due to their abrasive actions and there by ensure a safe and sure joint for the lines.

on lines are provided bolted connections or bound together using aluminum wires, it forms an additional joint on the distribution line adding to the losses in the system. Formation of Aluminum oxide on the joints or on the binding wires produce a fine white powder on the surface of the aluminum and loosens the ties / strands get cut. The loosening of the ties create a loose connection which will ensure arcing which can be noticed as a glow at the junction during nights. The final result of this is the failure of the junction and disconnection of the jumpers.

Solutions for these problems are available today but are only being used in the field gradually for the new lines. These new Wedge connectors break the oxide layer when they are fixed

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3.5 Human / animal / bird contact: Many of the bare distribution lines were installed, when there was enough space. Unfortunately widening of roads and houses coming up under / adjacent to the lines have brought these lines within reaching distances of inhabitants of houses there by creating a hazard. Even cases of the birds sitting on lines / cross arms and creating earthing of these lines is not very uncommon. Distribution Lines in Elephant corridor / villages on outskirts of the forest are worst, as they electrocute these majestic animals when they come into contact. 3.6 Trimming of trees: Vegetation growth under bare conductor lines is another reason for shutdowns and also creates un-necessary friction between the supply department and the owners of houses, specially now with the restriction on tree cutting or pruning and environmental groups / forestry departments objecting to the activity. Pruning / cutting of trees involve a large number of personnel of the department and is a repetitive action to be carried out on regular basis to ensure that the trees / branches donot cause the lines to come together nor sway and cause shorts during windy season. 4.0 What are the solutions ? Some of the solutions that are available today are furnished below: 4.1 Ariel Bunched Cables (ABC): have been used all over for the low voltage. In India, ABC has been used on 11 & 33kV also but not with much success. ABC has a much lower Short Circuit with stand capacity, lower current ratings and also reduces the span between adjacent poles to 35 meters to ensure that sag is normal. Further the copper

tape / sheath provided is a cause for failure of these conductors as this tape develops cracks and causes discontinuity / local heating at the cracks. In turn the heating creates melting of the outer cover and short between the phases. Taking tap offs, jointing and termination of the ABC is also expensive as cable terminations / branch joints etc., have to be used. 4.2 Power cables on poles and overhead structure: This arrangement is found in some of the areas in India. The issue with this arrangement is again reduced pole to pole spacing to accommodate the heavy weight of the cables and also to ensure that the sag is limited. Galvanized binding wires are used to tie the power cable to the poles / supports. This causes these ties to eat into the outer sheath of the cable and damages the cable itself. Again this arrangement is very expensive as the cables are expensive and added on top is the terminations / joints and also the poles themselves which have to be stronger to accommodate the additional weight of the cable. Not a cost effective and acceptable design of the distribution system and may not be suitable for the long run, as the cable used are the ones that are to be used for underground system. The binding wires could eat into the outer layer and come into contact with the metallic sheath and become live with the induced voltage in the sheath. 4.3 Coated Conductors: The coated conductors are the earliest usage of covered conductors. These conductors normally have one single layer of XLPE material extruded onto an existing or utility supplied ACSR or AAAC or compacted conductor. The problems far outweigh the

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advantages of this type of conductor and so world wide these have been discontinued. In India however there are some utilities still continuing with this arrangement. The conductor does not have a water blocking and so any damage anywhere on the conductor or any stripping of insulation for making a connection will have water entering the conductor and travelling along the length of the conductor and settling at the lowest sag area. When the conductor gets heated due to the sunlight and the current through the conductor itself, this water forms water vapor, first the water does not have any means to escape from the cover provided and secondly the vapor starts eating through the conductors corroding them and enters a failure mode by snapping. Secondly since the extrusion is carried out on an existing conductor, the aluminum oxide formed on the outer surface of the conductor remains embedded and will cause a slip between the conductor and the insulation when the same is strung. The conductor has to be stripped of the insulation when tensioning and taking through the tension clamp to ensure proper tensioning. This is fur-

the photograph above. 4.4 Underground Cables: The best solution of all those available as of date is to use the underground buried cable system. The cost for this system is very high and cost of digging the trench, laying the cable and jointing & terminating the lengths of cable work out to be equally expensive. Firstly getting the right of way today on existing narrow roads in crowded localities is the big problem. Digging up these roads and laying the cable become very difficult as these roads are already laid with water, sewage pipe lines and other utilities and majority of these facilities are not mapped and identified. Also the work involved requires these roads to be free from traffic for a considerable period of time which may not be possible. Underground cables are de-rated considering the way these cables are taken the ground, like whether they are taken through conduits etc. This reduces that current capacity and for the same rating higher size cables will have to be used which further increases the cost of the project. Unplanned and non co-ordinated diggings by other utilities will also cause damages to cable which will create power shutdowns. The time taken to trace the cable, locate the fault and repairing the fault also takes much more time than on an overhead system. 4.5 Covered Conductors: Covered conductors, in the form they are used

ther exposing the bare conductor to the elements of nature there by bringing the disadvantages of the bare conductor back into play. Semi conducting layer is not provided on these conductors there by creating failure of these insulation materials due to the stress concentration at the outer portion of the bare conductor. Effect of UV radiation and tracking can be clearly seen on the conductor in www.engrreview.com

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today, have undergone a number changes in the construction and way they have been manufactured, in the process eliminating a lot of problems faced in the process. The covered conductor started as a compacted conductor with one layer of insulating material extruded onto it. This was in the year 1984. It was sensitive to vibration, as it was compacted, was rated below 14kV, non-track resistant, risk of slippage and the outer jacket was 0.6 mm and non-environmental. The second version that was introduced in 1988 was also with non-track resistant material, difficult to achieve water blocking, covering was again non-environmental. The advantage was this was made with standard rounded conductor and thus did away with vibration sensitiveness. In 1995, a covered conductor was developed with water blocking compound, having rounded stranded conductors, with a semi conducting layer and with one outer layer of insulation. The insulation was suitable for 24 kV. In 1997, the covered conductor was further improved with an additional layer of pure XLPE in between the semi-conducting and outer layer of XLPE. This was suitable for voltages greater than 24 kV and was also suitable for tree contact for a month. IN 2001, came the final Covered Conductor as available today. As shown ENGINEERING REVIEW | MAY 2015 | 119

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in the figure above, it has a longitudinal water blocking, a layer of semi-conducting layer to take care of the electrical stresses and to make the stress uniform. Above this you have two layers of XLPE, the first being the pure XLPE to provide the necessary insulation based on the voltage level it is required to operate at and the outer layer being the XLPE with carbon black added to take care of the UV stability and to ensure that there is no tracing and erosion of the insulation. This design is suitable for up to 52kV and also suitable for tree contact for short periods. The three layers of extrusion was a triple extrusion being carried out on the conductor immediately after providing the water blocking and stranding with the conductors still in the hot condition. This effectively provided the additional strength & brought the slippage factor to near unity, thus allowing for the conductor with its insulation to be strung directly without peeling the insulation on the conductor. 4.5.1 Advantages: The advantage of these new range of covered conductors are highlighted below: 4.5.1.1 Pole to pole spacing: The pole to pole spacing can be same as for the bare conductors. That is this pole to pole spacing can be between 50 to 70 meters. Standard poles as being used for the bare conductors can be easily used as the increase in weight due to the insulation will be just about 10 to 12 % which can be offset by using the polymer housed insulators. 4.5.1.2 Water blocking: The covered conductor as offered is totally longitudinally water blocked which ensures that even if the water by any chance gets into the conductor due to any cut in the insulation, the same will be blocked and limited to that location only and will not travel through the conductor. 4.5.1.3 Prevention of corrosion: With the total blockage of water into the conductor, the corrosion which used to occur on the bare conductors specially 120 | MAY 2015 | ENGINEERING REVIEW

in saline atmosphere gets totally eliminated. This ensures that the conductor snapping is totally eliminated. 4.5.1.4 Conductor clashing: Clashing of phases of conductors do not create any tripping of the system as the conductors are insulated. In fact multiple phase of the conductors have been kept together along with a tree that had fallen on it for months and the conductors did not cause any tripping and neither was there any damage visible on the surface of the conductor. 4.5.1.5 Leakage Current : The leakage current on the surface of the conductor has been found to be less than 1 milli amp, The testing at the laboratory in India has shown this to be of the order of 0.3 Milli Amps. This is definitely safe for human beings also who can withstand safely a current of up to 10 Milli Amps without any fatality. 4.5.1.6 Current Carrying Capacity: The current carrying capacity of the covered conductor is higher than the bare conductors of same cross section at the allowable maximum continuous temperature of 90 degrees as specified for the lines. There are two specific reasons for this achievement: • Firstly the XLPE used is a good conductor of heat and so it draws out the heat faster from the conductor inside. • Secondly, the various layers of materials extruded onto the conductor become homogenous at the contact surface and so there is no barrier to flow of heat to the outside. • Thirdly the outside surface area for dissipation of heat has increased due to the additional layers of XLPE that have been added to the bare conductor and so the heat is dissipated quickly. The three points given above ensure that the covered conductor carries higher current than the bare conductors for the same cross section. This effectively ensures that the utility can load the covered conductors more

than the bare conductors. 4.5.1.7 Slippage factor: Since the conductor is hot when the triple extrusion is carried out, the adhesion of the extruded material onto the conductor and between the three layers are extremely good. On account of this, the slippage factor is unity. Due to this reason, there is no necessity to strip the conductor of insulation while tensioning the conductor. This ensures that there is no open / bare conductor exposed at any point. 4.5.1.8 Tap offs: Tap off from the covered conductors are taken by using Insulation Piercing Connectors (IPC) which again ensures that the insulation is not stripped nor is there any necessity for providing any joint at the point. The IPC is also

insulated and does not allow water to enter. The IPC is tested under water to ensure the water tightness. The covered conductor itself can be used to take the tap off to the transformer or to have another spur line. This will ensure that the line is insulated till the transformer terminals. 4.5.1.9 Sag: The weight of the covered conductor is approximately about 10 to 12 % higher than the bare overhead conductors. There are two methods to ensure that the sag remains the same. The first one is to use AAAC conductors in place of the ACSR conductors there by reducing the weight and secondly change over the porcelain insulators to polymeric insulators which will ensure that the weight does remain the same. This will ensure that the sag remains same as with the bare conductors if not lesser. www.engrreview.com

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4.5.1.10 Insulators: It is recommended to use polymeric insulators along with the covered conductors firstly to ensure matching of the leakage currents on the materials and secondly to ensure that the weight of the system remains almost same as that of the bare conductors with ceramic insulators.

4.5.1.11 Cable ties: Galvanised preformed cable ties are used to bind the covered conductors onto the insulators. Cable ties are designed based on whether the conductors are going straight on the insulators or are at an angle. Cable ties can also be used at the tension points as can be seen in the photograph above.

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4.5.1.12 Tension clamps: Tension clamps can also be used to take the conductor continuously through at the tension points.as can be seen in the photographs below. It may however please be noted that there is no skinning and peeling off of the insulation on the conductor at the tension points. Conductors are taken through the tension clamps with the insulation on it and the bolting is done with the insulation on it. Further there will be no jumpers as in the case of bare conductors. The covered conductors will be cut only where the necessity to terminate the conductors to an Isolator or dropout fuse etc.

4.5.1.13 Tension Joints: The covered conductors are provided with joints as may be required to join one length of conductor to another. This consists of a tension sleeve as in the HT bare conductor connection. These sleeves are crimped after inserting the two ends of the conductors (after stripping same). The sleeve is then coated

with a semi-conducting material. Insulating tube / tubes are shrunk onto this joint to ensure that the conductor is rebuilt to its original function. This is suitable to be used as a tension / non-tension joint and is as good as the covered conductor itself, because of the insulations provided over the joints made. 4.5.1.14 Compact construction and Close spacing for Narrow corridor: The covered conductor with its inherent ability to withstand conductor clashing and with the insulation provided is suitable for use in narrow

corridor. The study carried out shows that the phase to phase distance in air can be reduced to around one third of that specified for bare conductors. It is also possible to run the LV and the HV conductors on the same pole which ensures that multiple lines are not required to be run in the same narrow corridor. 4.5.1.15 Some site photographs A through tension pole arrangement A straight through pole with covered Conductor. Conclusions Network companies are faced with increasing demands to supply energy without any disruptions. This challenge can be tackled by increasing reliability of the network and minimising repair time. Covered conductors provide a cost-effective method to increase overhead line reliability. The number of service breaks can be also decreased with live line work. In addition to increased reliability covered conductor lines offer enhanced safety and environmental features. For more information, Mail: sasikumar@raychemrpg.com www.engrreview.com

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Q. Please brief us about company’s global reach and what are the global alliances that has been made in order to out-front the competition? Historically Werner Electric GmbH established in Germany nearly 100 years ago in 1948 and today stands as the world’s biggest manufacturer and a global distributor of over 40,000 electrical components in 40 industrial product categories. In the search for quality, durability and reliability from industry and manufacturers across India there was a growing demand for Werner Electric products from Germany but commercially this was time consuming, inhibiting and costly for customers and so the growth of products from the Far East arrived in India. In 2011 Werner Electric India Pvt. Ltd was formed and today we are a wholly independent Indian company importing base components from Germany and then assembling, testing, distributing and fully supporting Werner products from an Indian management team and from Werner offices and factories to customers across India.

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AUTOMATION INDUSTRY The smart future Q. What trend will drive Automation industry in near future ?

Mr. Kalidas Bhangare, Managing Director - Testo India Pvt. Ltd.

The industry is turning to smart and user-friendly technology. Gone are the days that required manual intervention, calculations and analysis. We have such technology solutions that reduce manual intervention to bare minimum, make the processes error free and bring in a lot of ease & convenience. Talking about Testo itself, we have so many measuring instruments that are now integrated with apps on smartphones or tablets. The App integration via Bluetooth opens up new possibilities for efficient analysis and documentation. The users can read off the measurement data on a Smartphone or tablet, allowing them to work more quickly and conveniently. Taking it yet another step ahead, we also have the possibility of having measurement data stored in the cloud. The user can then access the online climate monitoring data anytime, anywhere absolutely.

Q. What is the impact of Union budget on the industry? With the vision to make India as a manufacturing hub of the world, Union budget does incentivise entrepreneurship. It is especially the technology sector that was the focus and the sunrise sector in this union budget. It is expected that the industry and the manufacturing sector receives a major boost through this.

Q. What are the remedies do you suggest to improve the positioning of the industry you are into? Quality and efficiency are the major drivers for the industry Testo stands in. As the industry turns more quality conscious, need for better controlled processes arises. And this is what precisely Testo’s measuring instruments do – be it climate monitoring, production quality monitoring, food production & transport monitoring and so on. Also, quality standards and industry norms need to be strictly followed and regulated. That provides an impetus to the industries to set up and maintain quality standards. At the same time, efficiency can be achieved through optimisation. Testo offers several solutions such as flue gas analyser for optimisation of fuel usage, compressed air flow meter for optimising compressed air consumption and thereby energy consumption. Quality & efficiency both should lead the industry to be leaner and more profitable. Testo just exactly does that.

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ICK is one of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading producers of sensors and sensor solutions for industrial applications. Founded in 1946 by Dr.Ing. h. c. Erwin Sick, the company with headquarters in Waldkirch im Breisgau near Freiburg ranks among the technological market leaders. With more than 50 subsidiaries and equity investments as well as numerous representative offices, SICK maintains a presence all around the globe. In the 2014 fiscal year, SICK had about 7,000 employees worldwide and achieved Group sales of more than one billion EURO.

Mr. Samir Desai National Product Manager SICK India Private Limited

SICK in INDIA SICK INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED was established in February 2005 to cater to the needs of Indian customers locally in line with the high quality products and services that the SICK group is renowned worldwide. SICK is closer to customers through their own offices at Mumbai, New Delhi, Bangalore, Pune, Jamshedpur, Ahmedabad and Chennai, besides a wide distributor network. The perfect basis for your automation: Sensors from SICK From factory automation to logistics automation and process automation, SICK is one of the leading producers of sensors. As a technology and market leader, SICKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sensors and application solutions for industrial use create the perfect basis for reliable and efficient control of processes, for protecting people from accidents, and for preventing environmental

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damage. The Major product portfolio of SICK covers Photoelectric Sensors, Proximity Sensors, Magnetic Cylinder sensors which are used for simple applications like presence detection to colour, contrast and Luminescence sensing. SICK offers robust and reliable Motor Feedback systems and Encoders for precise speed and position measurement of almost all types of Motion. The pioneer of Safety Light Curtains offers a vast range of Safety products from Safety Light curtains, safety Laser scanners, Safety PLC, Safety Relay, Safety Switches and Safety services. SICK also offers detection and ranging solutions with 2D and 3D Laser Scanners, Distance Sensors, Identification Systems ( Bar code and RFID) and VISION systems. The Process automation portfolio covers Industrial Instrumentation, Analyzers and Gas Flow Measuring Devices. SICK has recently expanded its warehouse located at Vasai near Mumbai to take care of the growing business and delivery requirement of their customers. The newly opened Application and Training centre at Vasai is equipped with Major products and application setup for proof of concept for customer application and to take care of the training needs of the customers.

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When it’s a tight fit. For uses where space is at a premium, maxon flat motor provides the optimal solution: Ø 9.2 to 90 mm, 0.2 to 90 watts. It’s not only the flat design and the simple construction of these brushless DC flat motors that make them outstanding. So do their performance and price. You can choose maxon flat motors with integrated electronics, encoders and gearheads.

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Sumitomo Drive : The legacy of technology perfection the world. Even after 400 years, the Sumitomo family “business spirit” is alive in each of the Sumitomo Group companies. The core of the Sumitomo Group, listed below, consists of 20 companies who share the Sumitomo Emblem as well as many common values and ideals.

Q. Please brief us about company’s global reach & what are the global alliances that has been made in order to out-front the competition? Mr. Chandrashekhar Paradkar National Sales & Marketing Manager Sumitomo Drive Technologies, Pune, India

Q. Please brief its journey from the inception & share some its milestones? The Sumitomo Group began more than 400 years ago when Masatomo Sumitomo opened a book and medicine store in the city of Kyoto, Japan. Over the next 100 years, the Sumitomo family developed a leading presence in copper refining, which led to the family opening the Besshi copper mine. From these beginnings, the Sumitomo Group continued to grow and diversify to become one of the largest corporate groups in

Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd. In 1888, a company was formed to provide equipment repair services to the Besshi copper mine. Almost 50 years later, in 1934, the company incorporated as Sumitomo Machinery Co., Ltd. to manufacture machinery for the steel and transportation industries in support of that period of rapid economic growth. In 1969, Sumitomo Machinery Co., Ltd. merged with Uraga Heavy Industries Co., Ltd. to create Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd. The company continues to innovate and expand to meet the demands of new market frontiers. Today, Sumitomo Heavy Industries manufacture injection molding machines, laser systems, semiconductor machinery and liquid crystal production Machinery. Sumitomo Drive

Sumitomo Drive Technology Cyclo Manufacturing Factory in Obhu Japan.

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Technologies of Sumitomo Heavy Industries began early in the 20th century. In 1911, Sumitomo Machinery Co., Ltd. began manufacturing directcurrent electric motors (3.7kW) for the Besshi copper mine. In the late 1930s, the company formed a technical cooperation agreement with CYCLO Getriebebau Lorenz Braren KG of Germany. In 1939, Sumitomo Drive Technologies was born when Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd. began to manufacture CYCLO® Drives. In 2003, Sumitomo Drive Technologies was implemented as a global group brand to bind all power transmission businesses of the world. For more than 60 years, Sumitomo Drive Technologies continues to lead the world in knowledge and innovation in power transmission and control devices. Sumitomo Drive Technologies strives to be the “dependable partner” for our customers.

Q. What are the market prospects for your company products in India and How do you plan to position these products? CYCLO® Drives are also used for precision control. They combine the high strength and impact resistance of CYCLO® gears with very low backlash design. Because they are the component type, they are easy to install in customer machines. High precision alignment is made possible when combined with servo motors. This line is ideal for applications that require higher rigidity and precision stopping. They are Used in machine tools, industrial robots and factory automation equipment. The FC-A, F1C-A, F2C-A, F2C-C, F4C-D and F2C-T Series are available to suit different types of Applications. The STD and LB Series CYCLO® Drive can be directly connected to generalContinue on page no.134 www.engrreview.com

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Continued from page no.132 purpose servo Motors. There are standard backlash models and low 6min backlash models. The IB Series P1 Type low backlash reduction gears use a Sumitomo-unique planetary gear Mechanism. When combined with servo motors, they can be used in all types of precision alignment applications, such as robots for injection molding machines, machine tools and packaging machines.

Q. Can you brief us about the marketing strategies that were applied in order to stand out in the competition among industry? Why do customers prefer to use Sumitomo Drive Technologies products? The answer is that we offer the broadest range of products that are the most reliable and the highest quality available. The CYCLO® Drive products provide customers with almost limitless flexibility and reliability in their applications. The revolutionary Hyponic products give customers high-efficiency performance in a compact design with hypoid gear technology. The Paramax product family provides industrial customers a strong, reliable gearbox that is designed for years of trouble-free service. Our development engineers design these products with years of proven expertise in the power transmission industry. The industry recognizes that Sumitomo Drive Technologies products are the most reliable on the market. By using careful planning and verification testing over the entire development process, the engineers insure that these products are the most reliable and the highest quality available.

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a global presence in response to the challenges of the company mission to facilitate premier support of our partners’ needs that lead to the development of operations located around the world. In 1966, Sumitomo Drive Technologies established Sumitomo Machinery Corporation of America, the very first overseas manufacturing plant, in the United States to support the Western Hemisphere. In 1974, we signed a capital sharing agreement with CYCLO Getriebebau Lorenz Braren KG of Germany to bring further innovation to the Cyclo technology through technical collaboration of both companies. Eventually, the partnership formed Sumitomo (SHI) Cyclo Drive Germany,GmbH.The global Sumitomo Drive Technologies web extends to 50 countries with 9 main hubs, 5 manufacturing plants, 35 assembly plants, and 250 sales offices. Through this extensive web, we provide the world with high performance, reliable, and premium quality products and services. Our global web links the resources for marketing, procurement, production and distribution to support customers at a world-class level for speed and accuracy.

Q. Brief us about the R&D and Quality policy for your business? In striving to satisfy customers without compromising on the goals of innovation and reliability, Sumitomo Drive Technologies aggressively invests in Research and Development. As technology changes and improves, the power transmission and controls systems must also change and improve. To challenge the technical horizons of mechanical and electrical components, Sumitomo Drive Technologies relies on research to uncover new levels of performance, reliability, and quality. From these “seeds” of research come the technologies of the future and the creation of new products to better serve customer needs. The strength of our Research and Development efforts is in the ability to generate original

Cyclo Engineering Office in Japan. concepts that transform into unique, customer focused products. Sumitomo Drive Technologies Research and Development believes that “what was not possible before is now possible.” Meet and exceed customers’ expectation, that is our passion.

Q. How far the factors like government norms, excise duty, taxation, exim policies are affecting your business? Government is now providing proper financial support and other Economic Benefits to Small Scale Industries. The factors like excise duty, Exim policies are directly financially affecting Motion Control Equipment Industry as well established Industries because of increase in certain un-established Industries.

Q.What is your vision for your company? We are always moving forward in pursuit of new ideas that inspire our partners to create new values that will change the world. Each of our skilled, knowledgeable, creative employees contributes to the creation of unique technologies and innovative solutions that meet and exceed our partners’ expectations. Our global network facilitates premier support of our partners’ needs. We stand poised to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow, so that our partners may walk with confidence as industry leaders.

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Small Robot is a big number in open source.

or robotics students, teaching a robot something step by step and discussing the programs they’ve written themselves can be a fascinating learning opportunity and an exciting challenge. The Augsburg-based company KUKA developed the youBot robot with precisely this in mind. The mobile manipulator, which is controlled with open source software, has an omnidirectional base and robotic mechanics with five degrees of freedom. Just two years after its introduction to the market, it is already the reference platform for research and training in the field of mobile manipulation. Worldwide, KUKA is primarily known as a manufacturer of industrial robots. With the youBot robot,

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The KUKA youBot is a small mobile robot that has been designed as an open source platform for scientific research and training. The robot consists of a mobile platform and a robotic arm. Both of these components are driven by flat brushless DC motors from maxon motor.

KUKA has created an open source reference platform for robotics research, enabling developers, researchers and students to write their own control and application software, for example for assembling IKEA tables or transporting small load carriers and components in the “factory of the future.” The KUKA youBot consists of a chassis, which can be moved omnidirectionally, and either one or two robotic arms mounted on the chassis. An industrial PC and battery have been integrated into the chassis. Via EtherCAT, the industrial PC communicates in realtime (1 ms cycle) with its nine drives, which can be operated with current control, velocity control and position control. The robotic platform and arm can also be used independently from each other. The youBot chassis is only 53 cm long, 36 cm wide and approximately 11 cm high and moves on four Mecanum wheels. These are special wheels with rolls mounted around the circumference at a 45°angle to the wheel’s plane, enabling the youBot to combine any translational and rotational movements at any time. This makes omnidirectional motion possible, including sideways and diagonal

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maxon EC 32 flat This motor, which has a diameter of 32 millimeters, provides 15 W of power. The motor is installed in a maxon motor-gearhead-encoder combination in a joint of youBot.

Continued from page no.136 motion. The robot’s arm is approximately 66 cm long and is mounted on the platform. A two-finger gripper at the end of the arm allows the robot to move objects of up to 70 mm in length and with a weight of up to 500 g. The robotic arm consists of five joints – each driven by maxon motors. In this application, motor-gearhead-encoder combinations from maxon motor are put to use.

Specially developed planetary gearhead for maximum freedom of movement

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The available space in the youBot is limited, yet several motors and planetary gearheads have to fit into the arm and chassis. The solution was to integrate these components directly into the joints of the robotic arm. To make this work, maxon and KUKA jointly developed a very light, precise and robust special motor that allows the joint to rotate around the planetary gearhead. For the joints of the robotic arm, a total of five

maxon EC 45 flat The brushless maxon EC 45 flat has a simple design with high torque resistance in a compact frame.

maxon MR encoder, type L The maxon MR encoder fits into the smallest spaces and, using interpolation, has a high number of counts per turn.

brushless DC motors from maxon (EC45 flat, EC32 flat) are used in combination with special gearheads and encoders. Four brushless EC 45 flat motors from maxon motor are used for the platform. The brushless maxon EC 45 flat has a simple design with high torque resistance in a compact frame. Despite their light weight of 46 g to 110 g, the flat motors have an output power of 15 to 50 W. For the measurement of the joint angles, the joints of the robotic arm are connected to maxon position encoders. The KUKA youBot is still young, but can already be described as a milestone in robotics research and development. KUKA has taken a new approach in order to address the research market and reach out to the robotics community to support technology transfer. The robot’s Linux-based open-source concept gives researchers and scientists the freedom to experiment without limits.

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Transparency in mold handling

olds from injection molding machines are subject to wear and tear and must be regularly maintained as a result. The regularity of inspection often depends on the experience values of individual employees or handwritten notes. However, these are not always accessible. Therefore, in many cases, maintenance and inspections are frequently carried out only if the produced components no longer meet the required standards or if the mold malfunctions. This results in unscheduled stoppages that waste plenty of time andmoney. This is where Mold ID from Balluff comes in. It supports condition-based maintenance and provides more transparency in mold handling. By means of industrial RFID, Mold ID makes the use of injection molds traceable and ensures their optimal utilization. The best part: Mold ID is backed by an autonomous system that can be retrofitted anywhere and at any time on all machines, without the need for the manufacturer or intervention in the controller. In addition to the mold identity, a rugged RFID data carrier at each mold stores the current shot count and various mold-specific process parameters in non-volatile memory without making contact. This data can be called up via a smartphone or a mobile RFID reader at any time (for an audit, for example). An

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externally attached inductive or optical sensor, which is mounted at a suitable place on the machine, serves as the shot counter. Both not only ensure that assignment of the molds is unmistakable, but they also return the objective database for condition-based maintenance. This extends the service lives and improves reliability during operation, while also increasing the productivity of the systems and improving their efficiency. The SmartLight provides direct feedback regarding the current status of the mold to the operators at the machine. The limit values for “Warning” or “Maintenance required” can be individually defined for each mold. The SmartLight displays the status so that it is visible from a great distance and, most importantly, unmistakable.

The best part: All Mold ID systems can be connected to the control level, an ERP system or an MES system via web services by means of LAN, Wi-Fi or Powerline. The result is access to the data and the processes from everywhere. As a result, Mold ID is a clear and practical example for how Industry 4.0 easily finds its way into production.

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Understanding linear bearing speed and acceleration Engineers focused on fast, light automation systems may pay too much attention to speed specs when acceleration is what really counts.

ook through the specifications of any linear bearing, and you’ll come across a maximum speed. It’s an important spec, but not not nearly as important as many engineers think it is. Speed does play a role in bearing life. Consistently moving loads above a bearing’s speed limit can result in premature wear. It is also possible, usually though a control error, to drive a bearing so fast that it will fail. For example, recirculating ball linear guides can experience end cap failure when driven at high speeds or accelerations. And roller bearings can freeze up at extremely high speeds. Yet these over-speed conditions are rare in well-designed motion system. What’s more, bearing speed is rarely the limiting performance factor in today’s motion applications. Standard linear bearings can handle speeds of 3 m/s without any difficulty, while high-performance models can reach 5 m/s. Some bearings are even faster, with top speeds approaching 9 m/s. The majority of automation

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applications, meanwhile, run at top speeds well under 5 m/s. So if today’s bearings have speed to spare and overspeed conditions are rare, what good are speed specifications? The answer is that speed doesn’t tell us all that much as stand-alone value. Only when considered in the context of acceleration and the overall motion profile does speed become important.

bearing, excess velocity is rarely the culprit. More typically, the engineer has pushed the system past its ability to handle acceleration, deceleration or vibration forces. In mild cases, this condition can manifest itself as skidding, which can increase wear and shorten bearing life. In extreme cases, excessive acceleration may result in catastrophic bearing failures.

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There is a connection between speed and acceleration beyond their mathematical relationship. Bearings that are engineered to withstand high speeds also tend to be robust enough to withstand high acceleration and vibration forces. And these are the forces that make or break most real-world motion applications. Acceleration and its rate of change (or “jerk”) are the chief determinants of a motion system’s stability and ability to hit position targets. When control engineers do overtax a linear

Control engineers can obviously limit these forces when they program a motion profile--but only if the profile realistically relates to the bearing’s mechanical limitations. All too often it does not. Motion profiles are routinely created around speed targets without reference to the fundamental limitation of the mechanical components. When this disconnect between the motion profile and the mechanical components happens,

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Continued from page no.144 no amount of drive tuning will help. And keep in mind that not all the remedies for acceleration difficulties involve the motion programming. Preloading the bearing, which is purely a mechanical process, can help too. Some amount of preloading is often desirable because it removes excess clearance between the rolling elements and the rail surfaces, eliminating uneven contact conditions and minimizing wear. As acceleration rises and skidding becomes a risk, keeping the rolling elements in contact with the rail at all times becomes even more important. Increasing the preload also makes the system stiffer, which helps improve positioning accuracy when acceleration, jerk and vibration forces are high. In general, high acceleration applications demand a higher preload. But there are a couple of trade-offs in that preloading reduces the bearing’s load carrying capacity and increases wear. These trade-offs can be kept to a minimum by experimenting

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to optimize the preload levels. There’s usually a level at which the needs of an aggressive motion profile can be met without sacrificing much load carrying capacity or life expectancy. Experimenting with different preload levels will require some physical adjustments to the bearings. And not all bearing systems make this task all that easy. Some systems have their preloads determined by their factory set-up. The preload on recirculating ball guides, for instance, relates to the size of the ball bearings in relation to raceways. Changing the preload on these systems typically requires changes to the slider, the rails or both. Other bearing styles allow simple preload adjustments in the field. Rollon’s Compact Rail system can be adjusted from outside the rail by turning screws that compress the rail flanges. Aside from allowing adjustments without removing the slider from the rail, this system allows localized fine-tuning. Preloads can be set higher in areas where high dynamic loads occur--for example, where the carriage reverses direction. Minimizing the amount of the rail subjected to higher preloads reduces the wear effect accordingly. It may always be tempting to look at a linear bearing’s maximum speed to see if it will do the trick in a fast motion system. But focusing solely on speed without regard for the underlying mechanics of the linear bearing system will only slow you down.

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IXXAT Safe: TÜV-certified solutions for safety implementations

ith the IXXAT Safe portfolio of ready-made safety I/O modules and safety protocol software, HMS Industrial Networks offers TÜV-certified solutions for implementing secure communication into industrial devices. With the IXXAT Safe offering, HMS offers an extensive portfolio of solutions for safe communication according to IEC 61508. The solution includes TÜV-certified safety protocol software for CIP Safety and Functional Safety over EtherCAT (FSoE), as well as certified and ready-to-use PROFIsafe I/O modules for integration into customer devices. Implementing safety functionality can be complicated, which is why the HMS safety development team offers support to customers during their safety implementation. HMS also offers development of customer-specific OEM solutions.

IXXAT Safe T100 A highlight within the IXXAT Safe offering is the ready-made IXXAT Safe T100 module – a complete solution for easy and fast integration of safe I/Os using a safe communications protocol. The Safe T100 module is integrated directly into

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the customer product or system – for example welding systems, drives, counter terminals etc. Thanks to the comprehensive architecture of the safety hardware and software, pre-certified by TÜV Rheinland, the use of the IXXAT Safe T100 considerably simplifies the development of devices and systems with safe communication. It also reduces development time, cost and risk. The IXXAT Safe T100 is designed to work together with HMS’s Anybus CompactCom modules for fieldbus and industrial Ethernet communication. In this solution, CompactCom acts as the pathway through the unsafe network and safe communication is implemented using the “black channel” principle. In addition to the first version now released – the IXXAT Safe T100/PS for PROFIsafe on PROFINET –additional variants will soon be available, such as for CIP Safety on EtherNet/IP or FSoE. Special requirements in terms of form factor, connectors, or the number of I/ Os, can also be met through specific OEM implementations offered by HMS.

Safety protocol stacks In addition to the ready-made Safe T100 module, HMS also offers protocol stacks

for FSoE and CIP Safety on EtherNet/ IP or SERCOS. Just as for Safe T100, the protocol stacks are also certified by TÜV, enabling easy implementation of safe communication on suitable hardware. By using a pre-certified safety protocol stack, customers benefit from significantly faster development time as well as lower costs and risks. Integration of the stacks can be carried out by the device manufacturers themselves, but HMS is ready to assist with implementation, porting, and certification services.

HMS Industrial Networks HMS Industrial Networks is the leading independent supplier of products for industrial communication including remote management. HMS develops and manufactures solutions for connecting automation devices and systems to industrialnetworks under the Netbiter, Anybus and IXXAT brands. Development and manufacturing take place at the headquarters in Halmstad, Sweden and in Weingarten, Germany. Local sales and support are handled by branch offices in China, Denmark, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, UK, and USA. HMS employs over 350 people and reported sales of 57 million EUR in 2013. HMS is listed on the NASDAQ OMX in Stockholm.] Web: www.anybus.com www.engrreview.com

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or more than 15 years, Pepperl+Fuchs has been offering exactly the right connection technology for your automation solution. Whether in the field of mechanical engineering, welding, material handling, mobile applications, or in the process industry. We supply connection technology tailored perfectly to your application. M8 and M12 round plug connectors, as well as valve connector cordsets, multichannel junction blocks, and Y splitters, are standard components in the automation sector. With over 500 employees, Pepperl+Fuchs has been

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producing connection technology in all conceivable variations to the highest quality standards for more than 15 years. In our Competence Center in Hungary, Pepperl+Fuchs houses the entire injection molding technology arm of the corporate group, producing customer-specific solutions and ready-made plugs too in highly competitive conditions. With perfectly connected global logistics, all connectivity products are produced at the site in Hungary in LEAN optimized processes. Gold-plated and gas-tight crimped contact pins ensure the highest vibration resistance and durability of products. The automated 100% inline functional check and the use of high-quality materials and lines from renowned German and European manufacturers guarantee the familiar quality of Pepperl+Fuchs. With our distribution centers in Mannheim, Singapore, and the United States, we stock a wide range of connectors for customers worldwide, delivered quickly and dependably, within Europe for instance in just 48 hours. We produce and deliver non-stock variants within two weeks. With our wide range of connectivity products, Pepperl+Fuchs offers connection technology for many applications. Pepperl+Fuchs provides reliable sensors and connection technology from a single source genuine added value for your supply chain.

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Brand-new bright minds for NORD drive controllers Integrated basic PLC capability due to faster CPU and firmware upgrades

argteheide -Featuring an integrated PLC, frequency inverters from NORD DRIVESYSTEMS combined with geared motors become a full-fledged intelligent system solution. All distributed SK 180E and SK 200E controllers and the cabinet inverters SK 520E and above now offer an integrated PLC. The PLC enables straightforward free programming of drive-related functions according to IEC 61131-3 in “Structured Text” and “Instruction List” using the free-ofcharge NORD CON programming and parameterization tool. The intelligent inverters can thereby manage sophisticated tasks such as autonomous process monitoring or dynamic operation without an external controller. This allows for very economically priced solutions. Moreover, these new-generation inverters control a wider range of motors: support for IE4 synchronous motors is currently being tested in the field. In addition to their outstanding functional versatility including position control, the distributed SK 200E units also provide exceptional overload tolerance and are available for a wider power range than usual in this product class – up to 22 kW. The highly compact control cabinet inverters from the SK 500E line will be available up to size 11, with 160 kW rating, later this year.

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Company background NORD DRIVESYSTEMS develops, produces and sells drive technologies with around 3.000 employees, and is one of the international leaders in the industry. In addition to standard drives, NORD supplies application-specific concepts and solutions, even for special applications, for example with energy-saving drives or explosion-protected systems. Gross sales amounted to approx. EUR 500 mn in the 2014 business year. The company founded in 1965 now has over 35 subsidiaries worldwide. The closely meshed sales and service network ensures optimum availability for short delivery times and customer-oriented services. NORD produces a wide variety of drive units for torques from 10 to 200,000 Nm, electric motors with powers from 0.12 kW to 1,000 kW as well as the necessary power electronics in the form of frequency inverters and servo controllers. Inverter solutions are available for classical installations in the switch cabinet and for decentralised and fully integrated drive units.

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Honorable Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi & German Chancellor Angela Merkel visited NORD stand at Hannover Messe 2015

( L-to-R) Mrs. Nirmala Sitharaman (Indian Ministry of Commerce and Industry), Mr. PL Muthusekkar ( MD, NORD India), Mr. Ullrich Kuchenmeister (MD, NORD Drivesystems), Mrs. Anjela Merkel ( German Chancellor ), Shri Narendra Modi ( Prime Minister of India ), Mrs. Jutta Humbert ( MD, NORD Drivesystems ).

Dynamic drives for dynamic economies combination of motor and inverter At Hannover Messe 2015, the openconforms to the new, highest system ing walkabout took the Chancellor efficiency class IES2 according to the of Germany, Angela Merkel, and the European Eco design standard EN Prime Minister of the industrial fair’s 50598-2. 2015 partner country India, NarThe Indian Prime Minister had endra Modi, to the stand of NORD the particular wish to visit NORD DRIVESYSTEMS – who are celebrating DRIVESYSTEMS. He was aware about their 50th company anniversary this the Indian NORD subsidiary – repyear. The heads of govresentatives of which ernment took note of Mr. PL Muthusekkar, economical drive units Managing Director of for servo applications. NORD India along with A dynamic racing car his sales team are at the simulator, in particular, industrial fair all week was of great interest: six – as a successful techintelligently controlled nology partner of many drive axes execute steerindustries in the dynaming commands in real ically growing economy. time. The latest generMrs. Jutta Humbert, Outstanding achievement by ation of distributed freManaging director of quency inverters ena- NORD engineers: drive systems NORD Drivesystems controlled by frequency bles extremely dynamic, Group introduced Shi inverters achieve servo-level precise control of asynNarendra Modi & Mrs. dynamics and precision. chronous drives. The Merkel about the NORD 154 | MAY 2015 | ENGINEERING REVIEW

Mrs. Angela Merkel and Shri Narendra Modi, the leaders of Germany and India, left their signatures on a cost-efficient NORD drive system suitable for servo applications

Group & its journey till date on their arrival at NORD stall during Hannover fair. She also explained how efficiently our hundreds of geared motors are running throughout Rourkela Steel Plant which has been recently inaugurated by Shri Narendra Modi. Later, Mr. Sigmar Gabriel, Vice-Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany & Officials from Heavy Industry Ministry of India visited NORD stall during Hannover Fair.

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Shape the Future with Technologies for People: First

“2015 TongJi-HARTING Technology Innovation Contest Unveiling Ceremony”

T (From left to Right) : Prof. Chu and Mr. Edgar-Peter Duening unveiled plaque and announced the opening of the contest

(From left to Right) : Group photo of Prof. Lu, Prof. Chu of Tongji University and Mr. Edgar-Peter Duening (HARTING Electric, HARTING Electronic MD), Mr. Simon Chan (MD of HARTING China) and Mr. Johnson Chen (Product Application of HARTING Asia)

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he first 2015 Tongji-HARTING Technology Innovation Contest unveiling Ceremony was held at Jiren Buiding of Tongji University Jiading Campus. Professor. Chu Zhigang, Secretary of Party Committee, Professor. Lu Zhenggang, Deputy Dean of Tongji University Institute of Rail Transit and Mr. Edgar-Peter Duening, Managing Director of HARTING Electric, hosted the ceremony with media guest, HARTING staff and Tongji students. Mr. Edgar-Peter Duening and Professor. Chu announced the opening of the contest. In early 2014, Tongji and HARTING signed MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) of the cooperation to research and develop innovative and advanced railway technologies. As a part of HARTING Scholarship, this contest was organized by Tongji University Institute of Rail Transit (IRT) and HARTING, aims at inspiring students’ creativity and innovation as well as establishing a platform to integrate theory into practice. The contest opens to all students in Tongji University. HARTING provides full support in respect of technology and samples. Prof. Lu introduced this contest bases on “Technology Innovation”. Mr. Edgar-Peter Duening also emphasized that the contest establishes a great platform for the students to implement theory into practice. HARTING is honoured to be the first cooperating enterprise of Tongji University Institute of Rail Transit (IRT) for such contest. By taking up the scholarship or award, we hope the students are committed to take new challenges and gear up themselves to be technology innovators, which in accordance with one of the HARTING vision – “We want to shape the future with technologies for PEOPLE”. Research and development is one of HARTING’s strengths. HARTING is currently intensifying our ongoing R&D activities to develop new technologies and new products and solutions which enhance our portfolio. HARTING products are leading-edge and extremely reliable. HARTING has the necessary expertise in industrial production and open, future-oriented solutions for new applications. HARTING’s greatest strength is its willingness to embrace new ideas combined with its expertise in transforming ideas into reality. In order to provide a better understanding of HARTING

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(From left to Right) : Group photo of HARTING and Tongji volunteers Ms. Ada Fung (HARTING Asia Marketing and Communications Manager), Tongji Volunteers Ye Ying Cang, Liu Shihao, Ma Xiao, Ms. Cindy Fung (HARTING ASIA HR Manager), Ms. Diana Wang (HARTING China HR Manager)

Continued from page no.156 products and to provide a commercial platform for students, HARTING invited 8 volunteers from Tongji to attend booth duty on the 14th electronica Shanghai exhibition. The volunteers actively participated the 3 days fair. After a briefing on company background and product, the volunteers were able to independently explain the running RFID demo to visitors, which implies students have concrete knowledge in rail and transportation and are able to pick-up HARTING’s product basic operation theory quickly. During the exhibition, Ms. Cindy Fung (HARTING Asia HR Manager), Ms. Ada Fung (HARTING Asia 158 | MAY 2015 | ENGINEERING REVIEW

Marketing Communications Manager) and Ms. Diana Wang (HARTING China HR Manager) gave warm greetings to volunteers and expressed our emphasis in innovation activities. The participation of fair booth duty inspired students and enabled their further understanding of contest requirement. The volunteers expressed that they will introduce HARTING products to those students who couldn’t come to the booth. We are looking forward to their active participation in the contest, and believe they will deliver innovative proposal in coming September. For more informatin Web: www.HARTING.in www.engrreview.com

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New energy supply system for rotary motion up to 7,000 degrees lightweight and highly flexible

At the Hannover Messe, igus presents the new twisterband HD for rotation in very confined spaces with very high load capacity. (Source: igus GmbH)

The twisterband HD is one of more than 100 innovations presented by igus at the 2015 Hannover Messe

otary motions in machinery can be tricky when managing cables and hoses. In order to protect and guide them safely, igus has expanded its range of energy chains for rotary motion with a “heavy duty” version of its twisterband. The new twisterband HD is an even stronger, compact, spiral-shaped energy chain for circular motion, with rotations of up to 20 rotations possible. igus has developed the twisterband HD for guiding energy, data and media cables to give operational and functional reliability in rotary motions with high loads. It combines the design features and qualities of the proven twisterchain, a circular energy chain for rotary motion up to a maximum of 360 degrees, with its twisterband, the winner of the Red Dot Design Award. The new twisterband HD combines the strength and stability of the chain with the compactness, flexibility and the rotation angle of the band and therefore fills a gap between the two igus products.

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To deliver the “Heavy Duty” (HD) in the new “twisterband HD”, the designers at igus have reinforced the band segments significantly and constructed it for more strength and stability. On the other hand, a hinge was developed for the connection of the individual segments, so that the twisterband HD withstands extreme loads with exceptional flexibility and rotational mobility (up to 20 times around its own axis). By using this design to connect the elements, the individual parts can be injection-moulded from the standard igus material for e-chains. The twisterband HD is optimised for temperatures below 0°C and therefore suitable for outdoor use. Compact design for cable protection in the smallest installation spaces The twisterband HD guarantees high strength with minimal installation space requirements. The outer diameter of this product is just 300mm, the height starts at 250mm and varies according to the required rotation angle upward. Due to the innovative design, high angles of

rotation are possible: horizontally to around 7,000 degrees and vertically to around 3,000 degrees. The design principle also open up the potential for larger versions. But despite this rotational capability, the cables are always well protected. Combined tests with chainflex cables in the igus’ in-house lab arrived at a service life of one million rotary cycles and more. The predefined minimum bending radius contributes towards this, preventing damage to cables. The special hinge design enables a fast filling from the outside. Together with the tribo-optimised high-performance plastic of the band, a long service life is ensured even under difficult ambient conditions such as temperatures from -40°C to +80°C. Technically advanced, yet inexpensive, the twisterband HD is the ideal, low wear and low maintenance solution for carrying cables in rotary applications, encased in a compact and tough guiding system. For more information Web: www.igus.de/de/presse www.engrreview.com

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Red Lion adds new event engine to RAM industrial cellular RTUs Remote Monitoring M2M Solution Enhances Real-Time Control and Notification in Industrial Environments

ed Lion Controls, the global experts in communication, monitoring and control for industrial automation and networking, announced its Sixnet® series RAM® industrial cellular RTUs now feature a web-based user-configurable event engine that can trigger I/O and relays or send SMS text messages based on real-time operational data. With connectivity options such as I/O, serial, Ethernet, and optional Wi-Fi, RAM RTUs easily integrate with existing equipment to provide a remote monitoring M2M solution that performs reliable local control and alerts personnel of critical events. With an intuitive web-based, menu-driven interface that requires no knowledge of programming languages, the powerful RAM event engine can quickly be configured to trigger actions when pre-defined alarm values are met. For example, if a tank level is too high or a pressure

level is out of range, the RAM event engine will not only cycle a relay to stop a pump or close a valve, but can also send text message notifications to alert when actions should be taken. This function helps automation engineers, technicians, production managers and network operators make critical decisions. “With the addition of the web-based event engine, the RAM cellular RTU becomes an all-in-one platform for remote monitoring and control,” said Paul Bunnell, product manager at Red Lion Controls. “This versatile solution takes the complexity out of configuring events and notification without requiring additional equipment.” By providing data visibility, control and real-time notifications

on field-deployed equipment and processes, the RAM platform enables vertical markets such as oil and gas, utilities, water/wastewater and alternative energy to take advantage of the benefits associated with the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). With hardened metal enclosures, a wide operating temperature range and industry certifications to ensure safe operation in hazardous locations, RAM cellular RTUs securely monitor remote devices via 4G LTE cellular communications to enable reliable operation in critical environments. For more information on Red Lion’s industrial cellular RTUs, visit www.redlion.net/RAM. About Red Lion Controls As the global experts in communication, monitoring and control for industrial automation and networking, Red Lion has been delivering innovative solutions for over forty years. Our automation, Ethernet and cellular M2M technology enables companies worldwide to gain realtime data visibility that drives productivity. Product brands include Red Lion, N-Tron and Sixnet. With headquarters in York, Pennsylvania, the company has offices across the Americas, Asia-Pacific and Europe. Red Lion is part of Spectris plc, the productivity-enhancing instrumentation and controls company.

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From plug-and-play Ethernet switches to HMIs and visual management systems with built-in protocol conversion, our industrial automation and networking solutions will enable you to connect, monitor and control virtually anything, anywhere at any time. Visit www.redlion.net/connect and discover how to ignite productivity across your existing manufacturing environments.

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New Cognex Feature Location Technology Offers Unmatched Performance & Speed Sets new performance standard on three new five-megapixel vision systems

ognex Corporation (NASDAQ: CGNX), the world’s leader in machine vision, has introduced PatMax RedLine™, a feature-location technology that reinvents the industry-leading PatMax® pattern-matching tool by maximizing speed and performance. Available in the latest Cognex® In-Sight Explorer™ software version 5.1, PatMax RedLine technology is optimized to run on these three new In-Sight® vision systems: • In-Sight 5705, the world’s fastest stand-alone 5MP vision system, for reliable inspection on high-speed production lines; • In-Sight 8405, the world’s smallest stand-alone 5MP vision system, ideal in applications that require a lightweight camera or have limited mounting space; and • In-Sight 5705C, the world’s only stand-alone 5MP color vision

system, which addresses even the most challenging applications with advanced tools and true 24-bit color image filters. Pattern matching represents the critical first step in most machine vision applications. Because previous tools imposed certain speed limitations, many applications resorted to lower resolution cameras to keep pace with production lines. PatMax RedLine technology performs faster on high-resolution vision systems, eliminating the tradeoff between speed and performance, and enabling customers to increase resolution and gain accuracy without sacrificing speed. “Our customers have told us that they have an increasing need for color inspection and visualization of very small defects, even in a large field of view,” says Joerg Kuechen, Vice President and Business Unit Manager,

Vision Products. “Conventional pattern-matching algorithms are too slow for these high-resolution applications, but now with the incredibly fast pattern matching of PatMax RedLine technology, our customers don’t have to compromise on performance.” Like all In-Sight vision systems, these 5MP models are conveniently set up with In-Sight Explorer software. The In-Sight Explorer spreadsheet view provides robust and efficient system configuration and handling of vision-application data. A dragand-drop vision tool palette and tool property sheets make the effort more intuitive. The new vision systems also employ JavaScript to greatly simplify complex and data-intensive vision tasks. In-Sight 5705 series color and monochrome vision systems and In-Sight Explorer 5.1 are available now. The In-Sight 8405 vision system will be available in June 2015. For more information about the In-Sight vision systems, visit http://www.cognex.com/ or call +91-9881-466-003.

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Geissel India – German quality produced in India

eissel India is an established name in India as a supplier of cable glands and electrical wiring accessories since many years. 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 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. Three recently introduced products from the Geissel stable have created an impact in the Indian electrical

market: Double compression cable glands, Conduits and Conduit glands. Double Compression cable

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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. Introduced just over a year ago, 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. Geissel has also achieved success in their 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. To promote and exhibit its products, Geissel has taken part in numerous exhibitions since the past six years, in India and abroad. Geissel India’s USP is the availability of all products ex-stock from their factory in Pune.

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Faustson Tool expands manufacturing offerings with Concept Laser’s M2 cusing Multilaser Metal Additive Manufacturing System

The M2 cusing multilaser makes it possible, due to its 2 x 400 watt lasers, to produce in the same time 80% - 100% more components than the M2 cusing with 1 x 400 watt laser.

oncept Laser, the pioneer in the field of laser melting with metals, announced the installation of the M2 cusing Multilaser metal additive manufacturing system at Faustson Tool of Arvada, Colorado. The high precision, machine shop specializes in the aerospace, aeronautics, defense, energy, medical and semiconductor industries. “From our inception, Faustson Tool has committed to being a pioneer in the industry by utilizing new leap-frog technology and pushing the bounds of a traditional machine shop,” said Alicia Svaldi, President, Faustson Tool. “While conducting our in-depth research on additive manufacturing processes available on the market, the LaserCUSING® technology from Concept Laser was the best fit.” “Staying at the forefront of technology is critical, not only to stay competitive, but to www.engrreview.com

provide our customers with the best manufacturing solutions available on the market. Concept Laser’s M2 cusing Multilaser system with 2 x 400 W lasers provides another depth to our manufacturing services,” said Heidi Hostetter, Vice President, Faustson Tool. “There is a tremendous emphasis on UAV and defense in Colorado,” continued Hostetter. “As new technologies, such as metal additive manufacturing came on to the market, our customers began requesting services that could only be produced on an additive manufacturing system. The technology we found from Concept Laser was stronger then other metal additive manufacturing technology available, offered flexible parameters, and fit into our current process seamlessly. The multilaser technology offers throughput similar to higher-powered systems (e.g. 1kW), while maintaining

the high-precision and superior finish available with lower power settings.” Concept Laser introduced the redesign of the M2 cusing with multilaser option at the end of 2014. With a new look and fully integrated structure, the M2 is equipped with a new filter design and increased surface area of 20 square meters. The M2 cusing Multilaser is available with 2 x 200 W lasers, or alternatively with 2 x 400 W lasers, and makes use of Concept Laser’s improved segmented exposure strategy for laser melting of metals. The dual-laser configuration increases the machine’s throughput by up to 1.8 times over that of its single-laser counterpart. The increase is dependent on the geometry of the corresponding component. These solutions with multilaser technology are interesting to digital service centers with a tendency to industrial mass production. “Concept Laser is very excited about our partnership with Faustson Tool,” said Zach Murphree, PhD, Regional Manager, Technical Sales Engineer, Concept Laser. “Companies like Faustson Tool represent the next step in the maturation of the additive metals industry, where the technology is gaining acceptance within production facilities, not just OEMs. The M2 cusing Multilaser system is the result of fifteen years of continued metal additive development at Concept Laser and is accelerating the acceptance within the industry, and Faustson is on the leading edge of this wave.” To begin, Faustson will build with Concept Laser’s recently introduced CL 92PH (also known as 17-4 PH Stainless Steel) and Nickel Alloy 718. For more information Web: www.concept-laser.de ENGINEERING REVIEW | MAY 2015 | 169

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MACHINE TOOLS INDUSTRY Eyeing the prospects The budget announcement has several new initiatives to promote investment in manufacturing such as Infrastructure projects, easing of FDI in Defence and Railway production creating demand in the entire manufacturing value chain. To support easier implementation the Government has announced several Shrinivas Shirgurkar - Ace Designers Limited

Machine Tool Industry trend: More than half of demand for machine tool industry is from Automotive Industry and the other half is shared by General Engineering and the rest of the manufacturing industry. One of the main demands in the manufacturing sector is for very high accuracy; reliable machines with automatic loading and unloading system in the automobile industry and the rest of industry want sophisticated multi-function machines for completing all the operations for the components with minimum set up change. Above all there is need for affordable machining solutions. Budget impact: The budget announcement has several new initiatives to promote investment in manufacturing such as Infrastructure projects, easing of FDI in Defence and Railway production creating demand in the entire manufacturing value chain. To support easier implementation the Government has announced several reforms in easier

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reforms in easier land acquisition, quick clearance of the necessary licences.

land acquisition, quick clearance of the necessary licences. Above all government has announced a strong ‘Make in India’ Initiative covering all facets of setting up and ease of doing business. Additionally the implementation of GST regime from April 2016 has given hope and comfort to the manufacturing Industry. All these will certainly see growth picking up perhaps after three or four quarters, when many of the projects fructify. However in the immediate future there is no specific announcement whether in direct or indirect taxation to spur demand, except that with lowering of inflation, there are hopes of lower interest rates.

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Make in India The booster of machine tools industry “Machine tools and automation is expected to be very robust with 0 down time and lower maintenance cost. The concept of “Total cost of ownership” is catching up very fast within India.” Mrs. Kelkar Director (Sales & Marketing) Grind Master Machines Pvt. Ltd.

Q. What trend will drive machine tools industry in near future ? You can see a clear cut trend for fully automatic machines and factory automation. The customers are also interested in complete solutions which comprises of the machine, the tools and the process of manufacturing. Customers want the machine tools that are flexible and can be easily tooled up for another type of component. The set up change time should be minimum as the need to quickly change over and produce another variety based on their market demands. Machine tools and automation is expected to be very robust with 0 down time and lower maintenance cost. The concept of “Total cost of ownership” is catching up very fast within India.

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give feeling of security to the foreign investor. They will get the feeling of Stability which will help in getting more foreign investments. Various Exemptions will be removed & corporate tax will be brought down to 25% from 30 %. Such clarity & simplicity in tax laws will help not only foreign investors but also Indians to focus on improving their operational profitability rather than increasing the profits by working around the vague tax laws. The announcement of GST by April 2016, is the absolutely welcome step/initiative. This will go a long way in enhancing Business environment & will certainly simplify Business Process. They have also announced Business Portal which is expected to give certain approvals on line. Now, how they execute this needs to be seen. Good Execution of all these declarations will make “Doing Business in India” easy & will give a large boost to Domestic as well as foreign investments & Industry..

Q. What are the remedies do you suggest to improve the positioning of the industry you are into ? Prime Minister has taken the “Make in India” initiative which is expected to give a boost to the Capital Goods Industry. It is difficult to do this quickly & one should not expect dramatical results in one year.. The Prime Minister has met most of the CEOs of top 500 companies worldwide to promote MAKE IN INDIA & it shows extreme hard work & commitment towards this campaign. Industry believes that this initiative will give Boost to the Indian Economy. Capital Goods industry should step up the production capacity in order to keep the delivery times within the expected limits of the buyers. This Make in India initiative has also opened up several opportunities of cooperation and Technological Partnerships and machine tool industry should take the benefit of this.

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SBS Precision : The dynamic balancing & process control expert Q. SBS Precision being in the industry for longtime & has gained bounteous market share in Indian machine tool industry, please brief SBS Precision’s journey from the beginning & share some its achievements?

Mr. Rajesh Parsramka DirectorSBS Precision Systems (India) Pvt Ltd B.E. Electronics & Communications Engineering B.I.T. Mesra Post Graduate Diploma In Business Management I.I.M. Calcutta

From a few handful customers a decade ago to hundreds of satisfied customers all over India today the journey has been full of challenges and success stories. We are now an important player in Dynamic Balancing & Process control business in India.

Q. What are the market prospects for the SBS Precision products in India and How do you plan to position these products? Unlike our competition SBS is highly focused and specializes in providing solutions for complex applications for dynamic balancing and process control with the widest range of products available to meet customer’s technical specifications as well as budget constraints

Q. Please elucidate in brief about the SBS Precision infrastructure & What are the measure that are being taken from the product manufacturing to distribution? SBS Precision sees India as one market instead of breaking it up into regions like East, West, North…….our quick and effective customer support is biggest strength. We provide single window solutions to all customers for any issue instead of creating separate departments for sales, service, administration etc.

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Q. What are the key technological trends that are driving machine tool industry? Manufacturing tolerances are becoming tighter with every passing day, product life cycles are becoming smaller, Manufacturing process have become highly flexible to adapt to any sudden changes in the business environment. All this provides high incentive to manufacturers to go for dynamic balancing and process control equipment.

Q. How do your perceive the future of the Indian machine tool industry? Future is very bright and there are immense opportunities for growth

Q. What is your vision for SBS Precision? To continue to be the best choice for customers for dynamic balancing and process control equipment and always try to improve our services through innovation and hard work

Q. Please address the issues that are affecting the machine tool industry? Scarcity of working capital has been a serious concern with machine Tool OEM’s coupled with very high uncertainty about deliveries creating a long chain of blocked & un productive working capital. Lack of trained professionals in machine Tools industry is another big issue. The next generation of professionals are not yet ready to take over from the present generation who have rich knowledge and experience.

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HAAS: Full control

aas Automation will soon be shipping its 160,000th machine. Every one of these machines is equipped with a Haas control, making the US machine builder one of the four largest control manufacturers in the world. The American firm’s philosophy: operators should be able to achieve their aim as easily as possible. Company founder Gene Haas set himself this development goal right from the start: the intention was for the control to be equipped with functions allowing users to get to grips with the machine and be productive quickly. These requirements stem from practical experience, as Gene Haas had worked with other controls for many years in his workshop before beginning production of his own machine tools. Together with chief developer Kurt Zierhut, Haas implemented his ideas for a user-friendly control – made by users for users. This concept becomes

Some of the most powerful features of the Haas control take only the push of a single button. For example, the operator can set tool offsets with the push of a single button – without having to manually enter numbers into the control. clear even as one begins work. The operator switches on the machine and needs only to press a button for the machine to be referenced and ready for work to start. All machine axes are reset at the touch of a button. Most other controls require more inputs before work operations can commence.This operating philosophy is continued

elsewhere. Some of the most powerful features of the Haas control take only the push of a single button. For example, the operator can set tool offsets with the push of a single button – without having to manually enter numbers into the control. He simply jogs a tool to the surface of the part, pushes the Tool Offset Measure button, and the tool’s length is automatically stored in the tool length register. He pushes the Next Tool button to repeat the process for each tool. Setting work offsets is just as easy. The Help function is a built-in, searchable operator’s manual that explains the various functions of the Haas machine. The user simply types in a keyword to find a topic, or hits F1 for G-code help and F2 for M-code help. The Calculator pages have powerful tools for solving triangle equations, circle-circle-tangent equations, and circle-line-tangent equations, as well as a speeds-and-feeds calculator, and a standard math calculator. The solution to any equation can be pasted directly into a program from the calculator. Continue on page no.178

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Continued from page no.176 The same control for all machines The controls are built in-house by Haas in its factory in Oxnard, California, including the corresponding software. All machine tools from Haas – vertical and horizontal machining centres and lathes – are equipped with the same control. This is intended to allow the same operator to operate a lathe and a milling machine, without having to attend expensive training courses. Even the screen display remains the same, also with new machines and new versions of the software. New functions are always integrated into the existing menus. The operating concept is based on three modes – Setup, Edit, and Operation – each of which is assigned a screen. On the display, the control always shows the user his current location. The Current Commands page displays the current running status of the machine, including the program running, the position, which tool is in the spindle, the spindle and axis loads, the spindle speed, and the feedrate. Additional screens show the commands and G-codes being used in the current program, and timers show cycle time, cutting time, power-on time, and M30 count (number of parts). Other displays show macro variables, provide tool-life information, and show the minimum and maximum spindle load for each

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tool. Intuitive operation The Haas Intuitive Programming System allows the operator to perform basic milling operations without knowing G-code. “Our IPS is a dialogue control,” explains Wim Meeus, Technical Support Coordinator in Brussels, where Haas has its European headquarters. “You find the relevant image and simply select the corresponding function.” The conversational operating system uses an easy-to-understand tabbed format to guide the operator through the steps necessary to machine a part. First, the control leads the operator through basic job setup: setting tool and work offsets, selecting the tool type, and specifying the material being cut. The operator then selects an operation to perform and fills in basic information as prompted. Default values for spindle speed, depth of cut, and feedrate are filled in automatically, based on the information provided. The operator can change these conservative values if desired. Once all necessary information is entered, pushing “Cycle Start” performs the desired operation. Multiple operations can be recorded and saved as a single G-code program that can be played back to duplicate the part. Help menus are available directly on screen, and a graphic dry-run feature allows operators to check their work before running a part. It is possible to prevent the accidental or unauthorised editing of the program memory with a program lock. Settings, parameters, offsets, and macro variables can also be protected in this way. If necessary, the control can be set in the production, for example, that only one program is running and

the operator cannot change anything in the programs or the offsets. He can then only select “Cycle Start,” as well as “Power On” and “Power Off.” The jog handle on the Haas control is particularly ingenious. Most machines use the jog handle only to move the axes around. The multi-function jog handle from Haas can also be used in other modes to cursor through the program for faster editing, override spindle speeds and feedrates, or scan through offsets, parameters, etc. A smart accessory is the remote jog handle. The handy unit has a 7 cm colour display, an 11-button keypad, a triple-knob motion-control system, and a built-in LED inspection light. One can set tool and work offsets, jog up to nine axes, display machine position, show the current program running, and more – all from the jog handle. To enter a new offset or zero point, the operator doesn’t need to physically go back to the control. An important criterion to increase productivity is to maximise the tool life. The Haas control can monitor the spindle load for each tool, and automatically adjust the feeds when a limit set by the operator is exceeded. Depending on the setting on the control, in these cases the set feed is decreased, the operator is informed, the feed waiting mode is activated, or the corresponding alarm is triggered. When a program is first run, the Haas control automatically records the maximum load measured for each tool. This data is used so that the operator can set limit values per tool using the “ToolLoad Monitoring” function. Strong features According to Wim Meeus, combining this load monitoring function with the Wireless Intuitive Programming System (WIPS) option on the machine creates a powerful tool. WIPS is the fully integrated wireless tool and work probing system on Haas machines. It permits Continue on page no.180 www.engrreview.com

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Continued from page no.178 the seamless setup of machines, the rapid implementation of machining processes, as well as the reliable control of tools and parts during machining work. “The system also checks whether or not the machined part is OK, a change in the offset is required or if a new tool needs to be fitted,” according to Meeus. A strong feature of the Haas control is also the data import. “Many users have a drawing, generally from a CAD program such as Autocad,” confirms technician Meeus. “The CAD program can be used to make a DXF file easily that can be used directly on the control. This means that a program is ready to use in a flash.” If necessary, by taking advantage of the editing functions of the Haas control, the user can modify features, change the order of operations, or even conveniently put them into other programs – all at the control, without going back to a computer. The folks at Haas are fully aware that an operator doesn’t generally welcome getting to grips with a new control. For this reason the control has been kept relatively simple. With Haas there are also things that operators will be familiar with from other controls, such as IPS functions. “Anyone who has already used other controls and who is familiar with CAD/CAM won’t have any problems using the Haas control,” reiterates Wim Meeus from Technical Support. “After a few weeks, operators say that they are quicker using the Haas than with other controls they’ve used before.” After a short period of familiarisation, a lot can be achieved on the Haas much more quickly, not least because very little needs to be programmed directly on the control. Many programs that have been created for Fanuc controls, for example, can be transferred across with minimal changes. A converter in the control input automatically translates the program for the Haas control. “Essentially, we use an ISO control here,” explains 180 | MAY 2015 | ENGINEERING REVIEW

Meeus. “Several Haas cycles are included for which a few modifications may be required.” It is not so simple to convert programs from Heidenhain controls to Haas. “Typical tasks for tool & die work and mould making can also be programmed quickly on a Haas control,” according to Meeus. Haas intends to demonstrate this in the coming year. Jens Thing, Managing Director at Haas Automation Europe, comments: “At the Moulding Expo 2015 in Stuttgart, we will place our strengths in tool & die work and mould making at the forefront. On our fast machines, we will demonstrate the multipass machining of 3D shapes. We are convinced that we have an attractive offering for the tool & die work and mould making sector in Germany, as well.” For Jens Thing, there is a significant advantage in that all servicing for a machine comes from one source. “We do not have any control specialists or mechanical engineering specialists, and no specialists for Siemens, Fanuc, or Heidenhain. We have trained service technicians who provide servicing both for the machine and for the control,” according to the European boss. Connected to the machine As a native control, the Haas control is deeply connected to the Haas machine. This becomes clear on the tool changer, for example, and at speeds that can be dynamically adapted for every program run. This also makes possible options such as high-speed machining (HSM), which reduces cycle times and improves accuracy considerably. Using a motion algorithm called “acceleration before interpolation,” combined with full look-ahead, HSM allows higher contouring feedrates without risk of distortion to the programmed path. All programmed motions are accelerated before interpolation to ensure the movement of each axis does not exceed the acceleration capability of the machine. The look-ahead algorithm determines the fastest feedrate

at which each stroke can be blended into the next without stopping. This results in higher accuracy, smoother motion, and a higher actual feedrate – even with complex part geometry. Haas builds many options for the machines in-house, also including the programmable coolant nozzles. Whilst the program is running, the coolant jet follows the tool, taking the coolant precisely to the right location. To do this, the position of the coolant nozzle is stored in the tool table so that every tool has the relevant setting. The through-spindle coolant (TSC) important for mould making is integrated into the control as an option. Despite the closed system, the ISO control underlying the Haas offers the advantage of also being able to connect external enhancements, such as pallet changers or robots. 1. Haas uses the same control for all its machines – regardless of whether it’s a lathe or vertical/horizontal machining centre. 2. Many functions can be executed by pressing a single button. 3. The native control also makes highspeed machining possible. 4. To handle the control produced in-house by Haas in the USA, the same service technician can be used as for the machine. 5. The fully integrated wireless tool and work probing system (WIPS) makes a significant contribution to the performance of the machine. 6. The access can be restricted to “Power On,” “Power Off,” and “Cycle Start” if necessary. 7. The jog handle from Haas can also be used to cursor through the program for faster editing, override spindle speeds and feedrates, or scan through offsets and parameters. 8. The remote jog handle provides the machinist with many functions directly at the work area.

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More efficient production thanks to tool presetting Attractively priced and professional – The tool presetters of the new UNO series from DMG MORI Microset convince with innovative features Mr Lothar Sommer; Managing Director, DMG MORI Microset GmbH

here the UNO series is concerned DMG MORI Microset relies on proven technology in tool presetting plus consistent further development. So the latest models combine optimum ergonomics with extensive technical equipment. “The diverse options ensure the UNO series a level of individualisation that is unmatched in this price category”, explains Lothar Sommer, Managing Director of DMG MORI Microset GmbH. In addition to a touch display, RFID chip system and post processors for all standard controls the range of potential equipment now also includes completely new options such as the autofocus and automatic drive. The UNO autofocus differs from the manual UNO in that it automatically focuses the cutting edge to be measured. This option proves

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enormously time-saving in particular for tools with several cutting edges around the circumference. In addition the UNO automatic drive positions the cutting edges automatically. No special knowledge is required of the user because the machine carries out fully automatic measurement of complex tools with several cutting edges and steps at the press of a button. In other words the UNO automatic drive constitutes an additional worker in tool presetting. The same manual operation as in the standard version is also possible with both equipment configurations if needed. The UNO autofocus and UNO automatic drive from DMG MORI Microset come with a comfort system cabinet and a 22” touch display in their standard versions. The models of the UNO series are available in two sizes. The UNO 20|40 kicks off with a 400-mm traverse path in the Z-axis while the UNO 20|70 has a travel of 700 mm. Both versions are available as tabletop devices with a 19” screen. There is a 22” or 23” touch display available as an option as well as the comfort system cabinet. Unique here is the possibility of measuring tools with diameters up to 100 mm with the snap gauge principle even with the standard version thanks to a traverse path of +200 mm to -50 mm

in the X-axis. And of course all conventional tool interfaces such as HSK, Capto, VDI, KM or BMT can be realised by adapting the spindle in addition to the SK 50 that comes with the standard version. Lothar Sommer goes on to explain the solid basis of the UNO tool presetting devices: “You can only get this class of FEM-optimised and thermally stable grey cast iron construction from DMG MORI.” The inherently rigid bed with 3-point support not only ensures safe footing but highest flexibility in the workshop as well thanks to simple setup. The integrated infinite fine adjustment in both axes and the segment incident light for visual control of the cutting edge are also outstanding features included in the standard version. The UNO “sets new standards in the entry class of tool presetting”, claims Lothar Sommer. “The releaseby-touch operation in particular and the large touch display for even better handling of the MICROVISION software make work so much easier.” The high-performance software enables simple and operator-independent measuring in all equipment configurations. Lothar Sommer highlights the benefits of the latest generation of this software: “MICROVISION Continue on page no.184 www.engrreview.com

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Continued from page no.182 offers intuitive operation for the user and with its helpful functions quickly achieves highly accurate measuring results. Accuracy is aided by a focusing window, which enables exact positioning even for highly complex tools. A thermal label printer, vacuum clamping, a second camera for setting the centre of rotation and a multitude of other options round off the latest UNO series. Highlights • New design, enhanced ergonomics and top precision • FEM-optimised and thermally stable grey cast iron construction • Individual design thanks to modular concept • Tool dimensions: diameter 400 mm, measuring length up to 400 mm (optionally up to 700 mm) • Measurement in snap gauge principle up to diameters of 100 mm (Travel up to x -50 mm) • Infinite fine adjustment • SK 50 precision spindle • Segment incident light for visual control of the cutting edge • 47 cm (19”) screen in 16 : 9 format with 45-time magnification Options • 22” or 23“ touch display with 184 | MAY 2015 | ENGINEERING REVIEW

50-time magnification • Pneumatic indexing and brake of the spindle • Second camera for rotation centre setting • Release-by-touch operation • Comfort system cabinet • Adapter/ tool tray • High-quality adapters • Thermal label printer • Tool identification with RFID data carrier • Post processors for all standard controls Technical Data Measuring range Max. tool diameter : mm 400 Max. tool diameter snap gauge : mm 100 Max. tool length, Z-axis : mm 400 / 700 Operation manual Manual with autofocus CNC fully automatic with manual mode Infinite fine adjustment Accuracy True running accuracy at spindle nose : µm 2 Repeat accuracy : µm ± 2

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3D Printing helps Swany Reinvent Itself Injection molded prototype of LED headlight reflector that will be applied to metal backing to form finished piece.

A New Way To Do Business Founded in 1970, Swany Company Ltd., located in Nagano, Japan, initially prospered as a small manufacturing company building micro-motors for electrical appliances. But in the 1990s, when major manufacturers began moving their facilities to more cost-competitive locations in Asia, Swany’s business declined steeply. Help arrived in 2010 when Yoshihiro Hashizume became the company’s manager. An engineer experienced in many facets of product development, Hashizume quickly shifted Swany’s business focus from manufacturing to new product design. Today, the company works with nearly 200 different manufacturers in a range of industries, assisting with product planning, conceptual design, and prototyping. To compete in this new market, Hashizume knew that the company would need to present its ideas in ways other than drawings and computer models; it needed to create immediate excitement by placing functional and sophisticated prototypes in its 188 | MAY 2015 | ENGINEERING REVIEW

“Some people say 3D printing takes jobs away from mold companies. But here at Swany, 3D printing is creating jobs in both fields. It would be great if this kind of new partnership can help the economic revival of manufacturing in Japan.” — Yoshihiro Hashizume, President, Swany Co., Ltd.

customers’ hands. With this strategy in mind, Swany installed an Objet® Connex™ 3D Printer in 2011. An Idea Machine Injection molding – the process of injecting plastic material into a mold where it cools and hardens to the configuration of the cavity – is the world’s most popular mass-manufacturing process. It is used to mass-produce highly accurate, and often complex, three dimensional (3D) parts and products. The development of injection molds, however, is often expensive and time consuming. Generally made from steel or aluminum, each mold costs tens of thousands of dollars and takes weeks to make. But to test a new injection molded part for design, fit and functionality, manufacturers had few options besides creating a metal mold. To help its customers address these issues, Swany began experimenting with 3D printers. Now as a new product nears production, Swany builds a 3D printed

3D printed mold affixed to injection molding machine base.

mold, which is placed onto an injection molding machine to create a limited number of prototypes in end-use materials. The prototypes replicate true-to-life results at a fraction of the time and cost associated with using traditional metal molds. Because prototype molds and one-of-a-kind creations can be made inexpensively within just a few hours and at a modest cost, Hashizume encourages the company’s engineers Continue on page no.190 www.engrreview.com

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and efficiently, which in turn, allowed their customer to put the final design into full production and move its product to market faster. Expanding the Work Force As versatile as they are, 3D printed molds are not intended to be replacements for metal injection molds. They cannot withstand the constant heat and pressure needed to handle long production runs. As a result, printed molds do not pose a competitive threat to traditional mold-making companies; each has its place in the production cycle. Hashizume concludes, “Some people say 3D printing takes jobs away from mold companies. But here at Swany, 3D printing is creating jobs for them. It would be great if this kind of new partnership can help the economic revival of manufacturing in Japan.” For more information please log on to www.stratasys.com www.engrreview.com

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The Primo™ system reduces part set-up time for Victory Precisions from hours to seconds, eliminates scrap and maintains tight tolerances Victory Precisions Pvt. Ltd., Pune, India, manufactures aluminium die-castings and large machined engineering components for companies in the oil and gas, automobile, agricultural, infrastructure, and other sectors. It is critical to maintain an accuracy of 15-20 microns on these components and reduce non-productive time while machining. The Primo™ twin probe system, developed by Renishaw, has helped Victory Precisions to achieve this accuracy, reduce part setting time and increase productivity.

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ictory – the one-stop solution company Victory Precisions was established in 2006 and supplies components to wellknown companies such as ABB, Alfa Laval, Atlas Copco, Cummins, and many others across the globe. The company has a workforce of 165 people consisting of engineers, designers, operators, and other staff. It registered a turnover of INR 250 million in the financial year 2013–2014. The well equipped aluminium die-casting foundry has an E6 heat treatment plant, a drop quench facility, core shooters and shot blasting machines providing the capacity to produce 100 tonnes of castings every month. The machine shop has 14 twin pallet horizontal machining centres (HMCs), three vertical machining centres (VMCs), two CNC vertical turning lathes machines (VTLs), turning centres, co-ordinate measuring machines (CMMs) and comprehensive inspection facilities. It is an ISO-TS certified company and a proud Zero PPM supplier to all of its customers. The company is a one-stop solution for

its customers as it has the facilities for making dies, patterns, castings, and extensive machining capacity. The Primo system – a big saver for Victory Victory Precisions was incurring huge losses in terms of time and material until it started using Renishaw’s Primo system. The Primo system which consists of a Radio Part Setter and a Radio 3D Tool Setter, is available at a competitive price, and is aimed at delivering a fast return on investment. It enables automated on-machine part setting, part inspection and tool setting, helps to eliminate manual setting errors, and improves accuracy and part conformance whilst reducing non-productive time and scrap. This helps to increase productivity, improve quality, and increase profits. The Primo system is easy to use, simple to install and represents a low initial financial outlay. Additionally, its exclusive, enhanced warranty offers users peace of mind. The innovative Primo credit token system offers users Continue on page no.194 www.engrreview.com

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Continued from page no.192 the flexibility to ‘pay-as-you-probe’. Its 6-month renewable tokens allow unlimited use of the Primo Radio Part Setter and the Primo Radio 3D Tool Setter within this period of time. The credit tokens are also available as an upgrade to enable unrestricted continuous use. A key benefit is the elimination of the need for extensive G-code knowledge. The system is supplied with GoProbe, an innovative ‘all-in-one’ software package that simplifies part setting, tool setting and calibration. Simple, single-line commands are used instead of multiple lines of code which further eliminates the need for any special training. Going with the best “We were introduced to Renishaw in 2007, when we decided to install probes in our manufacturing unit. The selection parameter was to go with the best supplier and Renishaw, being best in class and category, was a natural choice for us. Today, we have seven different probing systems from Renishaw,” said Mr Sagar Kaushik, the Director of the Victory Precisions. The company felt that the Primo system suited various applications and installed it on one of its HMCs. “While it is revolutionary, installing the Primo system is also very easy. Renishaw installed it within one and a half hours at Victory Precisions and the operators were trained to operate the probe in just three hours using Go Probe. This combination of software, self learning material and reference tools is standard with the Primo system. Requiring no previous experience of probing, GoProbe makes the probe system easy to understand and use. Time saved is money earned At Victory Precisions, the Primo system has helped to save time and

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eliminate scrap. When machining a crankcase – a critical product for any engine – some casting process variations are often present. At Victory Precisions, in order to get equal wall thickness and avoid future failures, the component would be set up on the machine and bore alignment would be performed manually using dial gauges. Before the Primo system was installed this part setting process took two and a half hours and caused machine downtime. With the Primo system, the on-machine alignment of a crankcase takes just 5 to 10 seconds, saving time and costs. In addition, scrap is eliminated – a saving of INR 45,000 per component – and precision is guaranteed. When machining a cylinder – an engine component and a high-performance part – concentricity is critical. Once the boring operation is performed, checking of concentricity is essential and previously it was necessary to take the product to another inspection facility, which led to a delay in the machining cycle. This entire process took one and a half hours. The Primo system enabled the inspection of this parameter to take place on the machine itself, and in just 30 seconds, without a gap in the machining cycle. A bonnet – an oil and gas industry component is very heavy and the cost of the raw forging is high. After machining the diameter and other operations are performed on a VTL, the component is set to within an accuracy of ±10 microns of the centre axis on an HMC, for middle hole boring, PCD holes and threading operations. This alignment was previously carried out by using a dial gauge and it took around two hours. After installing the Primo system, it took a minute to perform this alignment, resulting in a significant time-saving and confidence in the alignment.The Primo twin probe system also saves Continue on page no.196

GoProbe quick user tool and Primo Radio Part Setter

Machined crankcase casting.

Concentricity is critical during machining.

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Bonnet, a component used in the oil and gas industry

The Primo system: Radio Part Setter, Radio 3D Tool Setter and Interface A machined endbell as used in genset engines.

Continued from page no.194 time when machining endbells, used in genset engines. The casting itself comes with a notch, which is used for locating positions of the holes for drilling and tapping operations. Failure by an operator to locate this particular notch for further machining can lead to many rejected parts. The Primo system has been useful to operators as it can correctly probe the notch and allows the machine to locate other features using this data. Previously this process took 5 to 7 minutes and there was a possibility of rejections; now, it is a matter of just 20 seconds, with guaranteed results. Another critical component where the Primo system has helped in maintaining accuracy and reducing rejections is the air intake manifold used in automobile engines. This component comes in different sizes and 196 | MAY 2015 | ENGINEERING REVIEW

can be very long. When a manifold is cast, there is normally a distortion of 1 mm to 2 mm. Correct alignment is very important when machining, so that bored and clamping holes are machined as per the drawing. The Primo system probes port holes on the casting and aligns the component perfectly. It takes wall thickness variations into account, leading to a total time saving of ten minutes and the elimination of scrap. Unique Mr Kaushik is clearly impressed with the Primo system: “The software is very simple: the operators using the Primo system can be trained in 30 minutes and find it very easy to use this product. The advantage is its probe-onprobe calibration and the credit token system, which is a unique payment system that Renishaw has offered. We

do not have to pay everything at one time and as such, higher initial investment is avoided. We can buy credit tokens as and when we want to use Primo. It is like a prepaid system that is a low cost solution for SMEs.” The Primo system comes with Primo Premium Support cover, a comprehensive warranty scheme which safeguards the probes against any accidental damage. “Primo is surely recommendable for any shop floor and is beneficial to each and everyone,” Mr. Kaushik concluded.

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GBQ Microfinishing : The process of perfection The Author – Milind D. Kelkar, graduate in Production Engineering from VJTI is Chief Executive Officer of Grind Master Machines Pvt. Ltd., pioneers and leaders in the field of Metal Finishing Machines. An energetic leader and innovator, who won CMTI-PMT Trust Award for Microfinishing in the year 2001 & is proud to be the World Class Supplier of Microfinishing Solutions. Mr. Milind D. Kelkar, CEO

GBQ Microfinishing - The Process of Perfection for Auto Industry. Machining has come a long way in the last one hundred years. Machine tools have become increasingly accurate, routinely achieving workpiece tolerances not even imagined fifty years ago. Finishes of critical bearing surfaces achieved by grinding, honing and polishing, while excellent processes, have been surpassed. Even lapping is no longer adequate in the manufacturing of today’s more fuel-efficient automobile and truck engines. While the perfect bearing surface will never be achieved, it is possible to come very close with Microfinishing. Process of Microfinishing with film backed abrasive was developed to achieve consistently uniform finishes faster and more efficiently than other traditional roll grinding and cylindrical finishers For years, grinding wheels and bonded abrasive stones, abrasive sheets – even slurries

PREAMBLE:As the world is progressing forward, Designers of Auto parts are resorting to varied and stringent surface finish parameters. In a bid to meet noise and pollution norms as well as decreased warranty claims, a mundane finish like 0.4 Microns Ra which can be achieved by grinding, is suffixed by the word “Microfinished’ to ensure 200,000 KM Warranty from the same part !!!

Microfinishing with contact wheel

have constituted the usual means for resurfacing, dimensioning and polishing rolls and cylindrical parts. These traditional methods of roll finishing are typically slow and leave room for operator error. Fortunately, film-backed and flexible diamond abrasive offer fast, easyto-use predictable alternatives. Film-backed abrasives provide predictable, consistent and repeatable performances every time for finishing operations. These film-backed abrasives enable you to quickly remove traverse marks and feed lines, eliminate chatter, follow existing geometry (including crowns) and consistently obtain sub-1 micro inch Ra (.025

Microfinishing with non-resilient shoes

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microns) or finer finishes on chrome, compressed paper, nylon, chilled iron, rotogravure, epoxy and polyurethane rolls and other non-roll surfaces. Microfinishing process that employs rigid shoes instead of a contact roller or platen to support the abrasive film. The workpiece, such as a crankshaft or camshaft, is turned and oscillated between centers as shoes introduce the abrasive to the work interface. Fresh abrasive is incrementally indexed after each part is processed, resulting in uniform stock removal and finish, part after part. Microfinishing removes the damaged or amorphous layers to improve the surface finish and roundness of the part and, in many cases, can eliminate the need for an entire grinding operation. Compared to conventional cloth and paper backings, film is a far more consistent substrate for the precise application of resins and microngraded mineral. Film backings hold abrasive particles on top of the substrate, do not compress or lose particles in the backing. Compared to conventional cloth and paper backings, film backings provide a superior, uniform surface to coat with micron graded minerals. The uniform application of abrasive mineral with a unique resin bond

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creates the ability to provide a more consistent, repeatable finish.

When was micro-finishing developed? In the mid 1930â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, it was discovered that automobiles transported to the west coast from Detroit, had a much higher rate of wheel bearing noise, such as chatter, clicking, etc. than did the cars sold closer to Detroit. It was discovered that the bearing races (which were only ground) brinnelled during shipping due to the constant vibration of the railroad carrier. What is micro-finishing? Micro-Finishing is a method or process to remove the surface material of a dimensionally finished part to provide a precise fit to the mating part.

An examination of the texture left on a metal surface as a result of machining operation will reveal tool marks, fragmented metal, chatter, etc. It is the micro-finishing operation that must be used to generate the final surface texture required for service life, performance and reliability of a product. A non-microfinished surface relates to a snow covered lake. A personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s weight will produce foot prints in the snow whereas, the ice will even provide support for the concentrated pressure of a person on ice skates. When a metal or steel part is machined, the surface becomes fragmented and also annealed if a heat generating grinding process is used. This type of surface will not support high bearing loads. Microfinishing is the process that removes the fragmented and annealed surface, leaving base metal for greater bearing loads. BRINNELLED SURFACE The weight of the vehicle and vibrations of the shipping carrier caused the stationary needle bearing to compress the non micro-finish surface, as shown in the enlarged view. The needle bearing thus rolling over the

brinnelled low spots, caused an undesirable clicking noise. The following diagrams show the effect of roughness & waviness on the performance of bearing in an engine. The view in the centre shows the shaft supported in the bearing by a thin oil film. Loads are equally distributed if the shaft bearing journal have correct geometry and surface texture. Roughness on a bearing journal breakes up the supporting oil film and allows the surface to contact each other and cause pre-mature wear. Waviness in roundness geometry is referred to as Chatter or lobing and it is another factor which increases the bearing loads. Combination of roughness and waviness geometry are most detrimental to bearing life. Automotive companies are now demanding crankshafts and camshafts with bearing surface Raâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s that are within a 0.05um (2mu) to 0.2um (8 mu ) range. The leading company that has spent more than a half-century developing the metal removal process needed to produce more reliable and more fuel-efficient engines is IMPCO Machine Tools in Lansing, Michigan (USA). It is not easy to achieve such surface finishes. However, before working

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Continued from page no. 200 with microfinishing, it is important to understand the surfaces and geometries of bearing journals. Surface measurement, Ra Roughness average (Ra) surface measurement are nearly always shown on engineering drawings where surface finish is specified, but it is not the only surface measurement that indicates a good bearing surface. Ra can be misleading. Both the surfaces shown in sketch below have same Ra value, but surface with flat areas separated by deep grades makes a better bearing surface with good oil retention.

Bearing ratio, Tp Bearing ratio Tp is extremely important since it illustrates the amount of bearing area one can expect from a surface. When normal beak-in occurs on bearing surfaces, highest peaks will be worn away in a short period of time leaving a longer supporting surface slice level at depth which should be specifieded for Tp measurement.

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not require cross hatch finishing. A cross hatch finish on an oil seal may cause a vane-type pumping action to pump oil past the seal. An oil seal with a straight- line finish is much more effective.

a factor in all surfaces. Most surfaces will show the combination of these 3 forms. They are never isolated. Each of these characteristics are measured by different methods as shown below.

Geometry profile Grinding operations of crankshaft main bearings and connecting rod journals, camshaft lobes and bearing and transmission shafts will produce bearing journals with many different types of errors, including errors in roundness, waviness, chatter, taper, barrel, hourglass, etc. Even though a bearing journal has optimum surface finish, the hydrodynamic oil film cannot be maintained if any of these conditions exist.

Controlling bearing surface finish and geometry Microfinishing, as developed by IMPCO removes what is best described as unstable surface material from a dimensionally finished part. This amorphous (non-crystalline) material layer exists on every ground or turned part. That is not a problem with previous machining operations, but simply an undeniable physical fact. Left on bearing journals, this layer can, at best, cause poor performance and, at worst, bearing failure. Roughness, waviness and form are

Microfinishing â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Closing in on Perfection GBQ Microfinishing is the process that enables manufacturers to accurately remove the amorphous material layer and thus to control surface finish,

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Continued from page no. 202 performance • Higher component efficiencies • Removal of ferrite nodules (caps) in nodular iron parts. • Optional: generate oil hole radius. To accommodate varying production requirements, process parameters--including shoe pressure, oscillation frequency, stroke, part rotational speed, cycle duration, and amount of abrasive tape index--are fully adjustable for optimum performance and productivity. Now, many automobile engines use nodular iron crankshafts, which include ferrite caps protruding above the material surface. Other finishing processes do not adequately remove the ferrite caps, presenting a serious component durability problem. GBQ microfinishing effectively removes bearing ratio, geometry, and even

size of bearing journals. It is used by manufacturers of auto parts to assure efficient, troublefree, long-term performance. GBQ Microfinishing process uses a noncompressive, coated abrasive film backed by patented, precision-shaped non-resilient tooling for full, consistent part-to-abrasive contact through the finishing cycle. The film is automatically indexed after each cycle to present fresh abrasive to each workpiece and thereby help to achieve consistent finish specifications. The benefits of GBQ include: • Reduced warranty costs • More uniform oil clearances • No component break-in required • Lower friction, allowing high 204 | MAY 2015 | ENGINEERING REVIEW

the very hard ferrite nodules protruding above the bearing surface on iron bearing journals. It is a capability that engine manufacturers worldwide require. Although the ferrite caps or nodules may be no more than 0.0005in. (0.020 mm) above the bearing surface, they can cause bearing failure, resulting in expensive warranty claims. New Modular microfinishing system Nanofinish GBQ_600Cr CNC Series designed by Grind Master, has more flexibility and quick change tooling to tool up different varieties of crankshaft , camshafts & transmission components. It is designed for easy manual loading as well as automated gantry style part loading system. These models have a unique Nano Finish Control System which is

designed by Grind Master to make the machines most user friendly. This system also generates MIS data which can be accessed and used. These models have easy access for tooling from front of the machine, simple film loading & trouble free film disposal. The unique space saving film management sys-

tem saves the valuable operator time & also ensures complete safety. The Nano finish series by Grind Master is a benchmark for production machine tool reliability & automakers worldwide find this essential in the production of long life, high performance engines, both gas & diesel with minimal warranty costs.

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International Industrial Springs: Technology expertise

nternational Industrial Springs started own Zinc Flake Coating plant in 20000sq feet area . We have 25kg capacity one Dip Spin Machine. The min.production capacity is 200kg/shift. We are coating two base coat and one top coat. We are coating all Fastener products. We have own testing lab with all testing facility like Coating Thickness, Coating Wight, Salt Spry Test, Dip

flow cup for checking paint viscosity . ZINTEK 200 highly effective anti-corrosion protection Production description : Zintek 200 is zinc flake basecoat. This basecoat provide highly effective anti-corrosion protection with relatively thin coating. Zintek 200 is free from of any harmful heavy metals ,such as Cr-(VI). No hydrogen embrittlement occurs in the application of Zintek 200. Coefficient of friction: • Coefficient of friction (µtot) = 0.16 0.20

Zinc Flake Coating Plant.

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Features : • ZINTEK200 is an inorganic. • ZINTEC200 is integrated lubricant for friction adjustment. • Dry film thickness : 6 -20 µm • Colour : Sliver • Curing temperature with max 2500C

Dip Spin Coating M/C

Shot Blasting M/C

object temperature. • solvent-based • even layer construction. • No hydrogen embrittlement due to application process. Application : • Dip-Spin

Slotted BB DS • These special Slotted Disc Springs manufactured for STD Ball Bearing application. Slotted around the inside diameter. • They are used to provide axial preload, backlash compensation, absorb excessive running sound, reduce degree of stress on the bearing and bearing protection. • Slotted ball bearing disc springs with high deflection at low spring force characteristic are increasingly required for use with small size ball bearing. • Outside diameter OD ranging from 9.8 - 94.5 mm ( 0.386” - 3.72” ) . • We have all STD sizes in stock from 9.8 up to 94.5 mm ( 0.386” - 3.72” ). • We are able to achieve flatness through our special heat treatment process and full contact area which helps in uniform preload around the bearings.

Corrosion resistance : Basecoat 8 µm 10 µm 15 µm

Topcoat 1 µm 1 µm 1 µm

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Machine Tools Milieu

Mr. A.P.Jàyanthram- Managing Dirtector Heidenhain Optics & Electronics India Pvt.Ltd

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Q. We are boasting of our achievements in the machine tool industry. How come 70% of the country’s machine tool requirements are still being met by imports? Yes. Over 70% by value gets imported ,though our Machine Tool Industry is over 6 decades old. Majority of Indian Machine Tool makers belong to the small and unorganised sector and the big players are busy meeting the comparatively low technology low accuracy needs. The business driver is mainly the automotive industry, which has comparatively lower class demands and when it comes to high end needs like for example, skin panel dies, they are predominantly being imported . Equipment for high speed machining, Die and Mould , 5 axes and aerospace jobs, come to India from reputed global players. In the segments that Indian Machine Builders operate, there is too much focus on low priced offerings, that originates from demands on ‘just enough’ technology. With this defensive reaction of price sensitiveness, we have unknowingly compromised on quality and yielded ground to imports from leading countries like Germany, Japan Italy and Switzerland and also from those like Taiwan, South Korea & Czech Republic. Thankfully, this situation is changing due to the lead taken by a handful of top Indian Machine Tool companies who are making significant steps to enhance technology by R & D,global acquisitions and joint ventures .

Q. What should we do to reverse the situation or at least reduce the imports substantially? Imports will continue to be there, as long as there is technological leadership with global companies who put their heart & soul in producing the best for a world market. India can certainly increase the share of the global pie by multiple strategies of Import substitution, local sales maximisation and exports. It is quite clear that “producing cheap” is not the solution, especially in the background of the quality perception that pulls us down in the global market place. We must do everything possible to enhance the quality of our manufacturing education, upgrade our attitudes towards avoidable Jugaad to be replaced by an uncompromising high quality orientation in manufacturing. We must produce machines using the best high end components that the world leaders use. Q. How will the PM’s ‘Make in India’ campaign help in realizing the above goal? It is a welcome initiative. But, to persuade technology leaders to come to India and produce, the first thing we need to do is to restore the confidence of the global manufacturing fraternity that we can provide a healthy infrastructure to produce with simpler regulations, better quality of infrastructure, with good roads, high quality power and a corruption free business environment.

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Spraymet Surface Technologies helps in conservation of resources Mr. P.T. Bindagi, Technical Director, Spraymet Surface Technologies Pvt Ltd

hat does it take a metallurgist to become an entrepreneur? Besides a good academic background and industry exposure, you also need self-confidence and courage to leave a cushy job and enter business. That’s precisely what Bindagi did. A scholastic career P.T. Bindagi, the Technical Director of Spraymet Surface Technologies P. Ltd., headquartered in Bengaluru. Bindagi took his degree in metallurgical engineering from the Bellary Govt. College. He was state first. After this scholastic career, he took up a job with Precision Fasteners as a metallurgist in their R&D lab. After a short tenure of two years, He joined Ador (erstwhile Advani-Oerlikon) in 1984 and took the onus of product marketing in the newly set up Powder Division. At Ador, he stayed for long 10 years. He had his career progression and soon became the Divisional Manager of Metco Thermal Hard facing Div. In 1987. Bindagi received special training in tribology at Metco, Australia as well as Sulzer Metco, USA. Back home he presented several papers on the nuances of ‘thermal spraying’ in conferences organised by IIW, BARC, VSSC and other organisations.

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The turning point The year 1994 was a turning point for Bindagi. That was the year when he bid adieu to service and decided to be on his own, doing the same thing closer to his heart : propagating the art and science of tribology, harnessing the proven technologies of thermal spray, plasma spray and HVOF. Subsequently, It took hardly a few months for him to give shape to his passion: establishing his own company in the name and style of Spraymet Technologies Pvt. Ltd. Today Spraymet is engaged in thermal spray, ENP plating and weld surfacing. While the main plant is in Bangalore, Bindagi set up the second plant in Pune to stay closer to its customers especially from the automobile sector which is demanding technical excellence, proximity and service all at the same time. Spraymet has the distinction of having pioneered the carbide coatings in the steel mills and galvanizing line roll coating. Proprietary coatings The company owns a few proprietary coatings like moly blend (Spraymet MoB) for metal to metal wear and Ductile matrix carbide (Spraymet DMC) for plastic processing feed screws. Bindagi is keenly interested and is working towards expanding applications in turbine industry, medical implants and other new frontiers. In his quest, to spread knowledge, Bindagi also picks up students from universities for project work related to tribology and wear metallurgy. “Today when I look back, I have the satisfaction of having chosen a

Waste into wealth: Spraymet harnesses the best of surfacing technologies to reclaim machinery components and parts and conserve resources

business line which is not only winning bread for me but also butter for the industry at large,” states Bindagi. There is substance in what he says. He has helped the industry save a lot of money and helped conserve its scarce resources. May his tribe increase!

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Shree Vasudha Gel Earthing: A range of high efficient product from earthing up to lightning arrestor. decreases the optimum output. Mainly in India the importance of earthing devices is neglected which causes a negative impact on the efficiency of the industry. Earthing leakage directly has an impact on any equipment as well as human safety. With years of relentless R&D process, we have come up with some throbbing ideas of making industrial earthing products with the name of Shree Vasudha Earthing electrodes. Kindly brief us about your company and solutions you provide The company is based at RajkotGujarat. Technical expertise and years of experience in the field of power products is our core strength Shree Vasudha is a customer centric organisation which listens to and places customer first. Basically we provide complete earthing solution ranging from Earthing to Lightning Arrestor. Since establishment, we provide earthing solutions in our region with our well established and reputed products. We now aim to leverage our PM’s “Make in India” dream by aggressively focusing on the national as well as international market thru our wide range of products and services. How this product is used in Industries Earthing plays a vital role in almost every industry. Any industry is based on electrical equipment and installations, with increasing automaticity of instrumentation, a hike is seen in the need for safer grounding solution to prevent earthing leakage which

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Tell us something about the quality of your product Shree Vasudha has always been known for its excellent quality approach and Zero defect policy at all stages. No compromises are made in the quality of our product as we strongly believe that better quality leads to better sustainability of a business. What is your marketing strategy We are very aggressive in our marketing and promotional activities we have been actively participating in prominent Industrial events like BIFGSHOW organised by leading engineering associationsand other regional seminars, through this event we introduce our products and share regional best practices. This has aided us in establishing an extensive channel partner network. We are also participating in the upcoming ELECRAMA 2016. For more information, Web: www.vashudhaearthing.com www.smartearthing.com

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KENNAMETAL® launches new ToolBOSS™ vending solution connecting ToolBOSS with NOVO™ Cloud-enabled digital tooling data and knowledge interfaces with state-of-the-art inventory control to optimize and energize shop productivity.

Having tool availability confirmed during process planning can be a critical time-saving element for important jobs, avoiding downtime and expensive overnight shipping. Shops with NOVO and ToolBOSS have a distinct advantage.

riven by “Different Thinking is Better Thinking,” Kennametal continues to seize the productivity-building potential of NOVO™ by launching a new service offering combining its premium vending solution, ToolBOSS™ and its cloud-enabled digital tooling and process knowledge vehicle NOVO™. Market-Driven Solution Manufacturing’s unrelenting pressure to remain competitive and control costs combined with the widening skills gap are shaping the present and future of how customers operate and manage machine shops today. Kennametal’s ToolBOSS with NOVO was inspired by the needs of machining

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customers seeking seamless real-time integration of their enterprise engineering systems (CAD/CAM systems) with their production floor. Recent research indicates up to 70% of manufacturing executives are focusing on plant-floor data initiatives to drive operational and business excellence, faster time to market, and immediate access to data from machines on the factory floor. ToolBOSS users on the cloud with the latest software version can now use NOVO™ to see if an item proposed for a process plan is already available in their ToolBOSS inventory. This makes plans and budgets more time- and cost-efficient. “By adding ToolBOSS credentials to their user profile, customers easily check the inventory in their local ToolBOSS units with their developing process plans,” says Daniel Gillig, Global Services ToolBOSS Manager at Kennametal. “They’re better able to visualize items already in their shop.” Powerful Solutions Linked The unique ToolBOSS – NOVO linkage will provide customers the ability to quickly ID the optimal tool (selecting from the industry’s latest technology), and assess corresponding tool availability; moving customers from design to shop floor in the shortest time possible with the most efficient cutting tool option. This linkage also makes it easier to order new tools, provide secure back up of data and conduct proactive diagnostic checks and updates to the ToolBOSS. “With these powerful solutions linked together”, explains John Jacko, Kennametal vice president and chief marketing officer, “our customers should expect www.engrreview.com

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Integrating ToolBOSS with NOVO optimizes both process planning and shop-floor operations, moving jobs from design to production as quickly as possible.

a 20-50% time savings in quoting, programming, set-up, and machining processes compared to traditional fragmented approaches requiring high levels of skill in the areas of tool selection, application, and data integration.” Industry Leading Partners

The connection of ToolBOSS and NOVO is enabled through partnership with the Machining Cloud GmbH and ToolBOSS Vending Solutions supply chain partner, Supply Point Systems (SPS). SPS is a world leader in the design and manufacture of secure, point-of-use inventory management systems, while Machining Cloud is a leader in the global manufacturing community providing a single-source of access to complete and up-to-date product data from leading manufacturers of cutting tools, machine tools and workholding. Kennametal ToolBOSS Vending Solutions is planning a staged rollout of ToolBOSS – NOVO beginning in the United States, expanding to other world regions within the next 18 months. “This innovation builds on our premium vending solution, ToolBOSS, and provides the type of value-added service our customers demand – allowing them to be more efficient programing new jobs, as well as running those same jobs on the shop floor. Our vision is to leverage these types of digital solutions more and more to help our customers fully optimize their operations,” commented Jeswant Gill, Kennametal vice president and executive vice president, industrial segment.

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Laser melting with metals (LaserCUSING) • Concept Laser outperforms the market – sales rise by 75% • Sales figures for 2014 reach the three-digit range for the first time • Mechanical and plant engineering specialist Concept Laser sees above-average growth in 2014 “3D printing that has the potential to revolutionize the way we make almost everything.” US President Barack Obama, February 2013

According to President & CEO Frank Herzog, 2014 was the most successful year in the now 15-year history of Concept Laser: “In our competitive environment, we not only kept pace with the rapid growth in the market, we even exceeded it. This was the result of our R&D efforts and continuous product expansion.”

fully realizing our strengths in the market.” The company’s efforts in 2014 have clearly paid off: Concept Laser was voted one of Bavaria’s “Best 50” firms by the Bavarian Ministry of Economic Affairs for its innovative capacity as well as its entrepreneurial philosophies and practices. The company was also a finalist for the 2014 German Innovation Award for co-developing the first additively manufactured titanium component onboard the Airbus A350 XWB.

“We invest nearly 10% of our sales revenue directly in research and development,” says Frank Herzog, President & CEO of Concept Laser. “The conservative and long-term mindset of small and medium-sized businesses offers, in my view, the ideal basis for fully realizing our strengths in the market.”

D technologies are electrifying the markets with continuous growth reports. Additive manufacturing has long been no secret among experts – it has become a strategic industrial production strategy. In fact, experts predict up to 400% growth for additive manufacturing methods within the next 5 years. Prognoses like these are forcing the main players in the market to step up their technological and capacity efforts. Concept Laser, as an owner-operated medium-sized business, is relying on organic growth. “We invest nearly 10% of our sales revenue directly in research and development,” says Frank Herzog, President & CEO of Concept Laser. “The conservative and long-term mindset of small and medium-sized businesses offers, in my view, the ideal basis for

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2014 results reflect rapid growth The fast-growing acceptance of additive manufacturing in the markets and the attractiveness of laser melting systems from the Lichtenfels-based manufacturer are reflected in above-average growth figures. The company received 110 new machine orders in 2014 versus 84 in 2013, a 31% increase. With sales growth in recent years averaging 40-50% annually, sales in 2014 were up 75% from the previous year, driven primarily by large-system sales in the

1000W laser class. The number of employees had also increased as of the end of the 2014 to 103, 30% more than the previous year. High innovation speed According to President & CEO Frank Herzog, 2014 was the most successful year in the now 15-year history of Concept Laser: “In our competitive environment, we not only kept pace with the rapid growth in the market, we even exceeded it. This was the result of our R&D efforts and continuous product expansion. Today, 160 employees in the Continue on page no.222 www.engrreview.com

MACHINE TOOLS » Tech Trends Continued from page no.222 group are involved in the LaserCUSING process. At Concept Laser alone, 40 of our 103 staff members work in research and development.” Key focus areas include series adaptation of multilaser technology for increased building speed, as well as pioneering work in the area of real-time monitoring for quality assurance, known as “QMmeltpool 3D.” Multilaser technology has a direct impact on exposure times, for instance. Empirical values show an increase in build rates of up to 80%. For 2015, Concept Laser has announced an X line 2000R, which will feature two 1000-watt lasers and variable optics. Capacity expansion in all areas The company’s infrastructure at its headquarters in Lichtenfels was also expanded in 2014 to meet demand, including a brand-new 3,500 m2 production hall, which is nearing completion and will increase machine output by a factor of 2.5. Separate inspection chambers for confidential customer projects and improved delivery times are important considerations for customers. A new, 600 m2 state-of-the-art

Dominant in its environment: New fully integrated M2 cusing with a reduced footprint. The M2 cusing gained a new filter concept, increasing its filter surface five-fold from 4 m2 to 20 m2. The new M2 cusing is also available in a multilaser version called M2 cusing multilaser with either 2 x 200 watt or 2 x 400 watt lasers.

process development and material research center was also launched in 2014. Last but not least, to meet the enormous demand from the aerospace industry in the US, Concept Laser Inc., with headquarters in Dallas, Texas, was founded in the summer of 2014.

Multilaser technology has a direct impact on exposure times. Empirical values show an increase in build rates of up to 80%. For 2015, Concept Laser has announced an X line 2000R, which will feature two 1000watt lasers.

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Outlook for 2015 2015 marked the 15-year anniversary of Concept Laser. Throughout its history, the company has been a pioneer and technology groundbreaker with numerous patents and innovative products. Based on extremely solid sales figures and the more than favorable prognosis for additive manufacturing, Concept Laser has announced midterm plans to continuously expand its capacity and develop ambitious

QMmeltpool 3D – 3D mapping in real time ensures greater transparency during processing

new products. The R&D department has been working hard on various projects for LaserCUSING with a focus on increased productivity and effective 3D process monitoring, material qualification and automation. The Benchmark division was also greatly expanded at the beginning of 2015. As a “reference workshop,” Benchmark plays an important service role for customers. In addition to adding more space, the division has increased its capacity to ten machines. The high demand in recent years has also required changes in logistics, including a new 1,200 m2 logistics center which is slated for operation in Q1 2015. The company will also soon break ground on a new administrative building. The international sales network is slated for further expansion. Concept Laser Inc., headquartered in Dallas, Texas, will add new service staff and will soon occupy a new building with its own showroom. China continues to be one of the fastest-growing sales markets for LaserCUSING. Currently there are concrete plans to increase the company’s presence in the Middle Kingdom with more staff and infrastructure. Frank Herzog, President & CEO of Concept Laser: “I believe we are optimally positioned at all levels to be just as successful and innovative in the future as in the past.”

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CNC Software, Inc. Continues to Partner up with Edge Factor in 2015

NC Software, Inc. is proud to announce that they will again be partnering with Edge Factor throughout 2015. Edge Factor produces inspiring, high impact media that tell the stories of innovative teams who design and build incredible products with Mastercam that impact lives and ultimately... the future of the country. Each show is designed to be an integral part of the foundation used in multiple platforms to reach a large demographic through TV shows, educational curriculum, and events. Edge Factor eduTAINMENT The Edge Factor Show and LaunchPoint stories bring to screen the innovative manufacturing teams working together to design and build incredible products that impact lives. In each production, extraordinary stories are being told about the people who are redefining what is possible through manufacturing, as well as their pathway to success. eduFACTOR All the media produced by Edge Factor is the foundation of eduFACTOR, a membership¬ based, online suite of multimedia resources for educators and business leaders to inspire the next generation of advanced 224 | MAY 2015 | ENGINEERING REVIEW

manufacturers. eduFACTOR empowers STEM teachers to use real-life stories that make learning concepts relevant to students. Media and tools

meant to inspire the next generation of manufacturers. Manufacturers across the world open up their facilities to the public to get a tour of their shops and businesses. CNC Software is dedicated to getting today’s youth interested in manufacturing, and together with Edge Factor, hopes to inspire students to look at manufacturing as a rewarding and exciting career path. For more information on Edge Factor, please visit www.edgefactor.com.

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MathWorks Introduces Pixel-Streaming Algorithms for Design & Implementation of Vision Systems on FPGAs and ASICS New Vision HDL Toolbox shortens concept-to-design cycles and identifies design errors early in the design workflow

athWorks introduced Vision HDL Toolbox, a new product now available in the company’s Release 2015a. Vision HDL Toolbox provides pixel-streaming algorithms for the design and implementation of vision systems on FPGAs and ASICs. The toolbox also includes a design framework that supports a diverse set of interface types, frame sizes, and frame rates, including high-definition (1080p) video. The image processing, video, and computer vision algorithms in the toolbox use an architecture appropriate for HDL implementations. Vision algorithm developers are challenged by the combination of increasing video frame sizes, frame rates, and the complexity of prototyping or implementing the vision algorithms on FPGA and ASIC platforms. Vision HDL Toolbox helps developers overcome these challenges by providing a library of image processing and computer vision algorithms specifically designed for FPGA and ASIC implementation, as well as automatic conversion between frames of various sizes and pixels. In addition, when used with HDL Coder, designers can generate readable and vendor-independent HDL code from these algorithms. And, with HDL Verifier, designers can connect the algorithms running on the FPGA or ASIC with frame-based test models running in MATLAB or Simulink. “FPGAs in particular are

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an increasingly popular platform for image processing and computer vision systems,” said John Zhao, marketing manager at MathWorks. “The new Vision HDL Toolbox has been created to help developers prototype and implement systems faster, with shortened design cycles, and more efficiently, through the ability to identify design errors early in the workflow and minimize the time needed for writng HDL code.” Key Vision HDL Toolbox Features • Image processing, video, and computer vision algorithms with a pixel-streaming architecture, including image enhancement, filtering, morphology, and statistics • Frame-to-pixel and pixel-to-frame conversions to integrate with frame-based processing capabilities in MATLAB and Simulink

About MathWorks MathWorks is the leading developer of mathematical computing software. MATLAB, the language of technical computing, is a programming environment for algorithm development, data analysis, visualization, and numeric computation. Simulink is a graphical environment for simulation and Model-Based Design of multidomain dynamic and embedded systems. Engineers and scientists worldwide rely on these product families to accelerate the pace of discovery, innovation, and development in automotive, aerospace, electronics, financial services, biotech-pharmaceutical, and other industries. MathWorks products are also fundamental teaching and research tools in the world’s universities and learning institutions. Founded in 1984, MathWorks employs more than 3000 people in 15 countries, with headquarters in Natick, Massachusetts, USA.

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ZF Takes Over Industrial Gears and Wind Turbine Gearbox Business From Bosch Rexroth

F Friedrichshafen AG will take over the large gearbox business of Bosch Rexroth AG with more than 1 200 employees. For ZF, the acquisition is an entry into the business with industrial gears that are used in oil rigs, mine vehicles, tunnel drilling machines, or cableways, for instance. In addition, the technology company is strengthening its wind turbine gearbox business. The acquisition agreement was signed on May 13, 2015. The acquisition is still subject to the approval of the antitrust authorities. “Strengthening our non-automotive segment is an important objective of our long-term corporate strategy,” says ZF’s CEO Dr. Stefan Sommer, commenting on the transaction. “The acquisition of the industrial gears and wind turbine gearbox segments of

• Technology company ZF enters industrial gears market and strengthens its wind turbine gearbox business • Bosch Rexroth divests Witten location (Germany), Beijing wind turbine gearbox plant (China), and Lake Zurich service location (USA) • Acquisition strengthens ZF’s Industrial Technology Division

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Bosch Rexroth AG is an excellent supplement to our Industrial Technology portfolio and opens up new customer groups.” In 2014, Bosch Rexroth generated sales of approximately EUR 300 million with the large gearbox business. In the same year, ZF generated roughly twelve percent of its Group sales with the Industrial Technology division in which the company bundles its off-road activities. This share is expected to grow in the long term. ZF is taking over the two production locations of Bosch Rexroth AG in Witten (North Rhine-Westphalia/ Germany) with almost 900 employees and in Beijing (China) with more than 300 employees, as well as the service location in Lake Zurich (USA) with approximately 15 employees, totaling more than 1 200 employees. The primary plant in Witten is not only home to Production but also to the Administration, Development, and Sales departments for large gearbox technologies (industrial gears and wind turbine gearboxes); in Beijing, Bosch Rexroth exclusively produces wind turbine gearboxes. At both locations as well as in Lake Zurich, the company offers its customers support services. “We are confident that our large gearbox business will benefit from ZF’s transmission expertise, and be able to make the best possible use of its growth opportunities in the new unit to be created at ZF,” says Karl Tragl, Chairman of the Executive Board of Bosch Rexroth. He adds that Bosch Rexroth has successfully advanced the business in recent years.

“We have specifically broadened our product range with the development of the new wind turbine gearboxes for the weak wind segment,” says Tragl. In future, Bosch Rexroth will focus more intensively on the core business with industrial and mobile applications. “We are looking forward to working together with experienced staff with more than 30 years of development and production know-how for wind turbine gearboxes and even over half a century of expertise in industrial gears,” explains Wilhelm Rehm, responsible for Corporate Materials Management and Industrial Technology on the ZF Board of Management. “We take account of this by making Witten the headquarters of our new Industrial Drives business unit.” The two companies have agreed not to disclose the purchase price. The takeover is subject to approval by the antitrust authorities.

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Welding Goes Digital

Mr. Rashmi Ranjan Mohapatra National Sales Manager Kemppi India Pvt. Ltd.

Q. What’s exciting in the Welding Industry today? Welding has been primarily associated with Mechanical Engineering. Interestingly, when we see the Welding Machine Manufacturers little closely we will find that they are engaged in “Electrical and Electronics Manufacturing”!! This brings in the “fundamental” change in the way we look at the industry. When it is controlled in terms of Electronics it becomes a combination of “hardware” and “software”. While the development in the hardware side has been growing the software side has grown leaps and bounds. Today companies like KEMPPI bring in the world’s first “Total Welding Quality Management System”. KEMPPI Arc System 3 in a nutshell is a complete software application covering welding documentation and quality requirements for welding procedures, welding certificates, non destructive testing and production process control. It fits any size or type of organisation and its modular system enables management of documentation and reporting of projects, providing optimal control and use of 232 | MAY 2015 | ENGINEERING REVIEW

resources. It also enables full traceability of welding activities before, during and after welding. The demand from the industry has been ever increasing with the introduction of new materials and processes. Organizations have to be equipped with machines which can not only yield to the growing demands, but meet the existing and the future needs. This is where the ‘software’ plays a major role in making it look simpler and integrate along with the new demands. The machine becomes more flexible or modular in nature to perform the desired task. These software help the welder to overcome their challenges and increase the productivity. “Rework’ is a major cost and concern in welding, and can be controlled substantially with the use of this software. Q. We have been talking about automation for quite some time. What is the level of automation we could achieve so far? The Indian market is quite intriguing. At one end we have still the transformers running and at the extreme end we have Automation too. Going forward Automation will be the focus area as organizations keep pushing the limits for productivity, challenge the limits in consistency, quality and uniformity. Besides all these tangible factors we face another major hurdle which actually compels to go for “Automation”! Lack of qualified and skilled welders is a primary cause to go for automation. Many times I listen to owners telling me that it is easier to deal with ‘machines’ than ‘humans’ !! At KEMPPI we supply power sources for automated welding. These are compatible with any robot. We support from the welding side. We ensure that the weld quality is good,

there is no rework or rejection. The welds are spatter-free and entail high productivity. We offer special software to ensure better control on arc and position of the torch so that we get a perfect weld without depending on the welder skill. These softwares are of four types: WiseRoot, WisePenetration, WiseThin and WiseFusion. WiseRoot, as the name suggests, is used for root runs. Wise Penetration helps in uniform penetration. In thin sheet welding, aesthetics are very important. WiseThin controls the heat input, so that the deformation is bare minimum and the weld bead is beautiful and gives the desired shape. WiseFusion is used for aluminium welding. It is used especially for aerospace applications. Q. Could you elaborate on the use of digital technology in welding and the benefits reaped so far? The last few years has seen many changes in technology touching our lives. If we look around us our phones have undergone sea change – from an analogue to a smart phone. KEMPPI is the pioneer in bringing Digital Technology to the welding world. We had launched world’s first digital welding inverter “PRO Series” in 1993. It has helped the welding world to be more precise and accurate in terms of settings and demystifying the myths around a welding machine. After imbibing the digital technology it was much easier to bring in “software” to augment the machine. This brings in to the fore ‘challenges faced by welders’. These could be addressed by the software. It has actually helped the welders in performing their tasks in a better manner than before.

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The Art of GMA Welding of Aluminum Filler metal Selection

Aluminum welding does not utilize all of the metal transfer modes as with steel. Aluminum welding uses the spray mode of metal transfer because it reduces the occurrences of lack of fusion. Generally programs are developed for a specific wire diameter and alloy in order to increase arc stability and machine performance.

Depending on the alloy that is being welded specific filler metals should be chosen for the following reasons: • Reduce the likelihood of cracking or increase weldability • Strength, Ductility, corrosion resistance, high temperature applications, colour match after anodizing and feeding constraints are all application and process specifics which should be investigated to determine which filler metal is the best for the particular application The consumable diameter to be used should be investigated and chosen depending on the specific application. Considering that, 1) the price per unit weight of the welding wire is dependent on alloy and wire diameter (larger diameters costing less), 2) larger diameter wire often demonstrates higher deposition rates and 3) larger diameter wires feed more easily, my suggestion is to use the largest diameter possible for a given application. For example, if welding a 2.5 cm thick plate with a J groove, 0.8mm diameter wire would not be the best diameter to choose for that application, on the other hand, when GMA welding aluminum that is 1mm thick selecting a 1.6mm wire may prove to be very difficult. Process Selection Aluminum welding does not utilize all of the metal transfer modes as with steel. Aluminum welding uses the spray mode of metal transfer because it reduces the occurrences of lack of fusion. Generally programs are developed for a specific wire diameter and alloy in order to increase arc stability and machine performance. Depending on the part that is

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being welded, a specific mode or program should be chosen. Typical GMAW modes for aluminum are; constant voltage (CV) and pulse. Other modes that have been developed or found suitable for GMA welding of aluminum consist of; Power Mode ™, Pulse-on-Pulse™, and AC Aluminum Pulse GMAW. Lincoln Electric also has waveforms specifically developed for automated applications such as Low Frequency Pulse and Heat Wave™. Constant Voltage is suitable for welding aluminum with thicknesses of 3.2mm and greater. Constant voltage has the ability to weld in and out of position. Because CV utilizes a constant voltage it has the ability to keep the arc length more steadily or more stable when comparing to constant current (CC) power sources. Pulse is generally suitable to weld thicknesses of 2mm and greater. Pulse is often considered a preferred process to use by the semi-automatic welder when compared to CV both in and out of position. Pulse has a similar average welding current at a given wire feed speed when compared to CV. Because welding aluminum uses spray transfer, achieved by surpassing the transition current, pulse programs are able to achieve spray transfer at lower average currents which makes welding thinner material and out of position welding much easier than the conventional CV programs. Power Mode is designed to produce an output which has constant power (V x I = W). Because the program is designed to change both voltage and amperage, the response time from the power sources has been reported to adjust 5 times quicker than CV to maintain a stable arc. One application that Power Mode is currently being investigated for is www.engrreview.com

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long seam welds on thick material to achieve adequate penetration as well as a more stable arc. Pulse-on-Pulse is a pulse waveform which uses a series of low energy pulses followed by a series of high energy pulses. This waveform was designed for an end-user who was looking for the esthetics similar to that of GTAW without using an in-line weave. Low Frequency Pulse uses a high and low wire feed speed and alternates between the two at a rate determined by the frequency chosen. This is a robotic application which is similar to Pulse-on-Pulse with more definitive weld bead ripples. Heat Wave utilizes a weave and sets of parameters to joint thick to thin materials achieving appreciable amounts of penetration on the thick material, without experiencing burnthrough on the thinner material. Material Preparation When welding aluminum, the condition and or quality of the material will directly affect the quality of the finished weld metal. Two major factors that have a significant effect on the end quality of the weld is 1) the oxide thickness, and 2) hydrocarbons on the plate. With a thick oxide layer on the plate, there is also the possibility of the porous oxide to absorb moisture. Aluminum oxide has a melting temperature of 2060Ë&#x161;C while aluminum has a melting temperature of 660Ë&#x161;C. Because of these properties the oxide can hinder penetration if not adequately removed. Reduction of the oxide thickness reduces the likelihood of lack of fusion and even porosity if the oxide has been hydrated. The oxide thickness can be reduced by mechanical (stainless steel wire brush) or chemical (etchant) means. Hydrocarbons left behind on the plate can cause porosity if the hydrocarbons are not adequately removed. www.engrreview.com

Solvents can be used to help remove the hydrocarbons that may be present on the plate. Procedure Development The welding procedure which is applied to fabricate a weldment should be; repeatable, display high electrode efficiency, achieve proper penetration and able to produce a weld which demonstrates mechanical properties above the minimum required by codes. Procedure development should be used as a method to ensure that the quality of a specific weld with regards to its application meets all of the requirements. Procedure qualification should be re-visited when any of the essential variables are changed from a previously qualified procedure as indicated by welding codes, for example: plate thickness, electrical parameters, wire diameter, base plate alloy or M number, filler alloy or F number, welding position/progression etc. Fine Tuning Welding Parameters Wire Feed Speed (WFS) The wire feed speed is proportional to the amount of current that is used for welding. If lack of fusion is found within the weld, a common method to increase the amount of penetration is to increase the WFS. The higher the wire feed speed the higher the deposition rate. Typically, WFS should be chosen to achieve penetration but not necessarily excessive penetration. Increasing the penetration to excessive amount could lead to cracking depending on the base metal alloy, the filler metal alloy and the amount of dilution from the base metal. The welding position also affects the optimal WFS range. Flat or down-hand welding typically utilizes the highest wire feed speeds, overhead WFS should be slightly lower than flat, and vertical up welds should use lower wire feed speeds than in the overhead

position. Depending on the alloy of the wire being used will also determine the correct WFS that should be used, i.e. Al-Si alloys, having lower electrical resistivity, will utilize a lower wire feed speed than an Al-Mg alloy. Voltage Choosing a correct voltage is usually dependent on a few welding variables; wire feed speed, travel speed and weld size. Typically, higher WFS, larger weld sizes and slower travel speeds will use a higher voltage. One method of tuning in the correct voltage for a given weld is by monitoring the sound from the arc. The sound that indicates the voltage is suitable is described as a light crackle. If the welding sounds more like a hiss, this indicates that the voltage is too high. If the arc sounds like a harsh crackle and produces considerable amounts of spatter then this indicates that the voltage is too low.

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Exciting developments in the welding world Mr. Satish Bhat, Managing Director, Ador Welding Ltd.

Q. What’s exciting in the welding industry today? The recent trend of welding technology development and applications include welding processes as well as special materials and alloys. The target is to achieve better joint strength, lighter parts, reduced metal fatigue, repetitive quality, higher productivity, green processes and safe working environments. As an example of special alloy, the world’s first YP390F class steel for large heat input welding specifications has been developed by utilizing advanced micro alloying technology. Conventionally, multipass welding with a small heat input had been used with F class steels for low temperature specifications in order to guarantee the low temperature toughness of the welding heat affected zone (HAZ). The new technology has made it possible to develop a high strength, heavy thickness steel plate that displays excellent low temperature toughness and is also suitable for high efficiency 1-pass large heat input welding. Steel plates applying the developed technology have been adopted and applied practically in liquefied natural gas (LNG) ships with cold climate specifications. Regarding the special welding processes, the advanced systems are: Tandem MIG Welding, Robotic MIG and TIG Welding, Laser Welding, Laser Arc Hybrid Welding, Friction Stir Welding, Electron Beam Welding, Hot Wire TIG Welding Process and its applications in Orbital Welding, Orbital MIG / FCAW Welding, Narrow Gap SAW Welding, Narrow Gap MIG / MAG welding systems, Narrow gap hot wire TIG welding system, Advanced Cladding systems.The future trends in Welding can be envisaged to be - Unified Power Block Design for different capacity welding machined and Payon-Demand usage of Welding. 236 | MAY 2015 | ENGINEERING REVIEW

Q. We have been talking about automation for quite some time. What is the level of automation we could achieve so far? In fact, to achieve the perfect qualities and higher levels of productivities, most manufacturing processes involving metal joining and cutting are moving towards Automation, partial or complete process lines. Complete Robotic Work cells (unmanned) with intelligent handling, vision control and anti-collision systems have been developed both for automobile as well as other heavier fabrication industries like shipbuilding, heavy structural fabrication etc.Narrow Gap MIG, TIG and SAW systems are invariably fully automated with multi-axis motion controls, seam tracking, intelligent arc control, and capable of rolling out a variety of parts with the touch of a fingertip to change the job program number. Wind Tower fabrication, ship building, pressure vessel fabrication, pipe lines – all are industries moving heavily towards these processes. Fully automated laser stitch and spot welders will come largely in application in the thin sheet fabrication in automobiles and aircrafts. Friction Stir Welding Automation is another exciting automated process which can weld a wide variety of thicknesses using the same outfit – 1.2 to 25 mm in one-sided welding and up to 50 mm in two- sided welding. This process does not require any filler material, as most environment friendly as it does not give out any welding fumes or toxic chemicals to the air. Hot Wire TIG Processes is now replacing MIG in many automated applications for vertical cladding (internal and external) anti-corrosion weld overlay cladding of manifolds for petrochemical and gas industries. Q. Could you elaborate on the use of digital technology in welding and the benefits reaped so far? In addition to enhanced performance characteristics, the ability for direct

digital control has also markedly expanded the automation possibilities of difficult welding processes. This direct control allows these supplies to become an integral part of the complete system and all of their capabilities to be accessed and controlled from a single controller. With the ability to enable/ disable the supplies, change modes between DC and AC, vary current, voltage, and AC phasing, all based on part or torch position, automated continuous root-to-cap multipass welds are achievable. Waveform Control Technology® is adapted for Root Pass MIG and submerged arc welding. The power supplies provide constant current or constant voltage operation and allow variable frequency and amplitude for AC output. The software-driven AC, DC-positive or DC negative output allows the user to control the deposition and penetration. The result is a more consistent, smoother arc at a wider range of parameters, increased weld speeds, consistently higher-quality welds, and improved efficiencies in a single- or multi-arc environment. The sophistication of the software based inverter design allows a significant ability to be integrated into an adaptively controlled dynamic system required for the challenging narrow groove environment. Newer, more advanced power sources and seamless integration into the overall narrow groove system architecture have dramatically enhanced the operating envelope and flexibility of the welding process. It is important to note that the efficiency of these inverter-based power supplies yields significant savings in operating costs over traditional transformer/rectifier designs. In a typical industrial operating environment fabricating pressure vessels, each machine can potentially save up to 7,00,000 per year in operating costs due to its unique design and use of energyefficient, high-speed inverters. www.engrreview.com

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Main applications where our products are used on original equipments • Material Handling systems like Cranes, Hoists, Conveyors, Winches • Machine Tool Industry • Textile Machines, Rubber Mixing Mills, Granite and Marble Processing Machines. • Plastic Injection Blow Moulding Machines. • Packaging Machinery. • Wire Drawing Machines, Rolling Mills and Metal Work Machines. Core values and competencies • Prompt delivery and efficient after sales service. • Superior quality products at competitive pricing. • Products customization to suit individual requirements. • Setup with design and development facilities Prompt delivery of products, without compromise in quality has always been our pursuit. Thus when it comes to high quality and efficient products Pethe Industrial Marketing Company Pvt. Ltd is the name you can trust. Some esteemed customers : Hercules Hoists Ltd. (INDEF) Brady and Morris Engineering Co. Ltd. Armsel MHE Pvt. Ltd. Steel Authority of India (SAIL) Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd. (BHEL) NTPC Ltd.

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Wrapping, shrinking or stretching? Comparing packaging technologies Optimal protection, optimal cost efficiency for delivering your goods in optimum condition to your customers. If the required stability is not provided, goods such as glass, stone or bricks stacked on trucks can detach from the palletised unit and break. This can cause tremendous costs, depending on the product. Materials such as cement, flour or cocoa powder need special protection against atmospheric influences and humidity during transport and storage. To accommodate this, there are different packaging solutions available to the customer. It is important to find the most economical and environmentally sustainable solution. There are currently three different palletising packaging techniques on the market: shrink hooding, stretch wrapping and stretch hooding.

Efficient packaging with shrink film To reduce the damages caused during transport and to satisfy the increased logistic requirements, many companies opt for stretch hooding.

or many companies in the chemical, building material or food industries, the efficient packaging of their palletised goods is a deciding competitive factor. Some of the crucial factors are transport security, antitheft protection, display characteristics of the packaged goods, as well as weatherproofing for outside storage. Further key factors are process efficiency and cost reduction (energy and material consumption), as well as the system output (the number of pallets that can be packaged during a specific amount of time). All of these factors need to be taken into account in order to determine the perfect packaging technology. Stretch hooding has proven to be particularly efficient in comparison with other techniques. Palletising and packaging play a particularly important role, in any industry,

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Film packaging for pallets was developed by a German chemical producer in the mid-1960s, based on using shrink film. The film is produced as a tube using blow head extruders with tubular dies, which are then further processed or slit open to become a flat film. Hot air heats the film during the shrinking process up to the softening point. The film is shrunk to fit perfectly around the palletised goods, which, after cooling down, creates the necessary stability to secure the load. The heat required for the shrinking process is produced by the packaging system either electrically or with gas. If required, the pallet can be packaged leaving its base open for the skids of the fork-lift. This allows high-bay storage. It is also possible to draw the film over the pallet base. The shrinking method is particularly suited for products that are sensitive to elastic packaging stacking, such as glass. The goods are reliably protected

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Continued from page no.242 against environmental impacts such as snow, rain, UV radiation, dust and insects. However, the shrinking process causes the film to become milky, which makes it difficult to see the packaged goods or imprinted barcodes. Additional disadvantages: polyethylene (PE) bags might weld to the packaging film and the heat effect can be a fire hazard.

Or opt for wrapping instead? A decade passed before a US-based crude oil refiner and chemical resins supplier discovered the ingredients for a stretchable film, and the stretch wrapping technique was born. This packaging technique is still one of the most popular solutions with many companies, due to the low initial investment costs for the machines compared to shrink or stretch hood systems. The consumption of stretch wrapping film in Europe alone is estimated to be 1.4 million metric tons per year. This technique, however, requires a lot of material which means that the operator has to change the film roll frequently. This makes the technique suitable for low production rates. The stretch wrapping filmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s elasticity allows solidifying the palletised goods during packaging. This technique, however, only provides little vertical tension force to the load, which is needed to provide stability for the transportation loads. This technique is not suited for materials with sharp edges, such as stones or bricks. Another disadvantage: additional plastic film is required to protect the goods against environmental impacts and humidity. The film overlay prevents an optimal display of the products and barcodes on the film cannot be read easily. And because the film is wrapped, you cannot print on it. Additionally, the film attracts dirt particles due to its adhesion properties and the products collect dust during longer storage periods. The film also does not offer any protection against theft, as unauthorised persons can remove goods from the pallet without ripping the film. Another problem: projecting film remnants, typical with

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Stretch hooding enables a reliable protection for palletised load units. It includes watertight pallet packaging on five sides.

this packaging technique, can disturb the sensor system of the conveying technology or the rack feeders. This causes repeated error messages. Due to the many setting parameters, the quantity of the film required for the packaging cannot be calculated exactly.

High transport security with stretch hoods The stretch hood technology is a combination of the film hood and stretch wrapping techniques. BEUMER installed the first stretch hood system in Belgium in 1988. But the largest breakthrough for this pallet packaging technique only came about 15 years ago. The availability of improved raw materials allowed the quality of the film to be considerably increased. Like shrink hooding, the stretch film adapts to any product that is stacked on the pallet. And similar to wrapping, the film is very elastic and therefore solidifies the material via contracting forces. This technique guarantees high load stability. The packaging film does not get glued to the product during the process. It is possible to pack the pallet both for high-bay storage systems and with understretch. The smooth film surface ensures high visibility of the packaged goods, and therefore provides

an excellent display of the packed goods at the Point of Sale because barcode labelling is quickly and consistently recognisable. The used film is recyclable. Stretch hooding does not use heat, which reduces the fire hazard considerably, increases operational reliability and therefore minimises insurance rates. Less film and energy are required, which means less damage to the environment. In the majority of industrial and consumer product applications, stretch hooding offers the best possible protection for palletised goods. A sheet placed on the pallet offers additional protection on six sides against external influences with this packaging solution. It allows for a clean and dry outdoor storage, as goods are reliably protected against environmental impacts, humidity, insects and UV rays.

Packaging solutions compared The BEUMER portfolio includes innovative solutions and systems for all these packaging techniques. But in order to stay competitive in the long run, companies should not only consider the total cost of ownership when making investment decisions. A comprehensive

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We keep our customers’ business on the move www.demagcranes.co.in You can succeed if you design your production processes to be fast and efficient. Demag industrial cranes and material handling components are decisive factors on the road to success. With speed and efficiency, uncompromising quality and intensive monitoring, we optimise value chains, ensure you are able to deliver and of fer solid investments and efficiency thanks to our seamless service.

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Environmental Duty pumps, magnetically coupled pumps for ultimate protection against leakage.

ROTAN® CD

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DDS 25 Aluminium Air valve technology is the heart of the air-powered double diaphragm pump and determines reliability.

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Whither R&D? Dr. Jacob Chandapillai, Director, Fluid Control Research Institute, Palakkad

Q. Where does R&D figure in our national agenda? The New government has emphasized the need to give priority to R&D in the National agenda. There is certainly a need for intensifying research in the country. IIT’s, premiere govt. and academic institutions are doing research. But they are mainly centered around emerging topics. Research has also to address burning problems encountered by the common man and evolve lasting solutions. Research is mostly about generating and analyzing Data and evolving knowledge ultimately. The problem with us is that we do not have authentic data on which we can base the research upon. Even IIT’s rely on data collected from advanced countries in certain important/ specific cases. And for this we have to start from scratch, establishing the most crucial data and then work on it. National R & D efforts should lead us to knowledge and ultimately to wisdom. Q. As a premier R&D organization what are your recent achievements? Frankly we do more applied research and not much fundamental research. What we do is ‘problem solving’. We undertake sponsored projects

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assigned by various sectors like defence, water supply, irrigation ,chemical, Power to name a few. Most are related to flow measurement and control. We are known for our credibility and reliability. Our work is markedly transparent. Both the assigner as well as the end-user can witness the experiments on flow products as they progress and get beneficial results which is scientific and authentic. Q. What’s latest at your end? The latest at FCRI is the project assigned by KBJNL(Krishna Bhagya Jala Nigam Ltd.), Karnataka for Automated and Integrated Gates for measurement and optimal control water flow into open canals feeding water for irrigation. The measurement & control is achieved by ultrasonic meters in close conduits. The high end imported gates will be assessed for its performance. We are proud to be associated with this project which is the first of its kind in the country, and expected to enhance agricultural productivity. Q. Future thrust and expansion plans? Currently we have a locational disadvantage in the sense the customers have difficulty in reaching Palakkad. We have plans to branch out to other

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locations somewhere in the North to start with . Quality of the Human resource is our major strength. We need more people with a high caliber to meet the increasing demands. Besides having the right academic background, they need to be dedicated and highly committed to contribute. So currently we are trying to attract the right talent to meet future challenges. Ambitious Expansion plans can be executed then. All our Facilities need Capacity augmentation and demand driven expansion will get priority.

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doubts. Today the institute provides infrastructural facilities for applied research projects in the area of fluid flow. It also acts as a National Certifying Authority for testing and calibration of all types of flow products and related measuring instruments. Through in-house R&D efforts, FCRI has successfully developed and transferred technical knowhow for a variety of products, viz. cone flowmeter, thermal mass flowmeter, etc. More than 1500 organisations, spread all over India, has benefited from FCRI’s consultancy services so far. This includes design evaluation, quality improvement, establishment of appropriate flow measurement and control technology, etc. Invaluable site calibration assistance is also being provided by FCRI to needy industries, justifying its role as a “Resource to Industry”

Water flow laboratory diverter system

FCRI, Palakkad Fluid Control Research Institute (FCRI), Palakkad, India, a specialized facility for design and development of flow products/flow measurement techniques, is the first of its kind in south Asia. Established by the Ministry of Industry, Government of India with the active support of UNIDO, and dedicated to the Nation by the then President of India in 1989, the institute represents the first serious attempt to provide a frame of reference and standardization to critical aspects of Fluid Flow Measurement and Control in Industrial process and distribution systems. What makes it more special is the fact that the entire facility was created by concerted internal effort rather than importing technology from outside and installing it as such here. Valuable advice from UNIDO experts were transformed to suit Indian conditions and cost-effective infrastructure was built by FCRI engineers and their team with telling results. International inter-comparisons have established the competence and worthiness of its indigenous laboratory beyond any

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DIN - 444

EYE NUT DIN - 582

STAY EYE BOLT

Grade: M.S. HTS 8, 8.8, 10, 10.9, 12.9, SS 202, 303, 304, 316, 410, Brass, Copper, Aluminum & PP Nylon. Any Threads: BSW, BSF, UNC, UNF, BSP, BSP, NPT8 to 0 BA, No size NC/NF 4 no to 12 no, Self tapping 2 no to 14 no B, AB & BT cut type

DIN 906

Projection Bolt

DIN 908

O/S PLUG

BSP COPPER WASHER

DIN 910

Weld Stud

Components used in following industries : Electrical & Electronics, Hydraulic Pneumatic, Textile Machinery, Printing & Packaging, Home Appliance, Plastic Injection Molding Machine, Heaters, Automobile Industries, Earth Moving Material handling, Construction Machinery, Cement, Chemical, Fertilizer, Paper, Sugar Plant, Light & Heavy Engineering Industries, Machine Tools Industries, Pump, Valves, Bearing, Automation, Solar, Safety Eqp. Mfg. Units etc. Other Service Industries.

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 / 6692 3987 l Tel / Fax.: 022-2847 0705 E-mail : zenith@zip-india.com / abc@precibolts.com l Website:- www.zip-india.com l IEC No.: 0304048933 dt. 01/10/2004

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Information on latest products in industry

Tungsten Carbide Burrs Special milling cutters for machining of fibre reinforced materials and plastics Workpiece material properties: • GRP (glass fibre reinforced plastics) and CRP (carbon reinforced plastics) generally require machining where a high degree of specific strength and rigidity are required. Such particularly light materials should only be machined with special milling cutters which reduce the cutting pressure and prevent damage to the fibres in the material. Market potential: • Aerospace • Automotive • Ship and yacht building • Construction of wind turbines • Model building • Motor sport

Examples of application: • Aircraft components • Car components • Pipes • Sport equipment • Components for wind turbines • Applied off-hand or on stationary machines LUKAS-milling cutters: The special milling tool in cut P has been developed solely for the use on CRP and GRP. The special flute geometry allows for precise machining – the choice of different face tooth geometry facilitates drilling (plunge) into the material or simply allows for an optimal facing application.

For more information Supra Industries SP-106,MIDC Bhosari,’S’ Block, Near Century Enka Ltd., Off Telco Road, Pune - 411 026 (India) Cell: +91 09373309756 Tel:- + 91 20 30685648, Fax:- +91 20 30685638 Email: sanjay.shirodkar@supraindustries.com Website: www.supraindustries.com National Distributors for: Lukas-ERZETT, Germany

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Digital Clampmeters “MECO-G” has introduced a new series of handheld Digital ClampMeters 3 ½ Digit with backlight LCD display incorporating latest technology. These Digital Clampmeters can measure AC Voltage, DC Voltage, AC current, Resistance, Capacitance, Temperature & Frequency. Additional features like Diode Test, Transistor Check, Continuity check, Low Battery display, Data Hold and Auto Power Off is also available. Full range of Overload Protection circuit, unique design makes these meters superior performing

instruments. These meters are useful for various industries, manufacturing units and domestic purposes.

For more details please contact: Goliya Instruments Pvt.ltd. 311, Bharat Industrial Estate, T.j.road, Sewree, Mumbai- 400 015, India Tel.: 91-22-24149657, 24179467 Fax : 91-22-24130747 E-mail : sales@goliyainstruments.com; info@goliyainstruments.com Web : www.goliyainstruments.com

Rotan ED: Environmental Duty Pumps Key factors in all areas of the process industry are production reliability, productivity and performance. These are precisely the areas addressed by the DESMI range of products, systems and services. One of the distinguished features of the ROTAN® ED

range is that they are magnetically coupled internal gear pumps specially designed for ultimate protection against leakage. ED pumps require minimal maintenance making them a very economical solution compared with traditionally sealed pumps,

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especially where the application requires the use of double mechanical shaft seals. Often these applications are very arduous resulting in the seals and support system requiring regular attention and/or replacement. Thus, the life cycle costs for ED pumps are generally much lower than for pumps using two seals. Additionally these pumps are available with 90° angular configuration. ED pumps are available in Cast iron, carbon steel or stainless steel materials with capacity ranging up to 90 m3/h or 400 gpm and maximum running capacity of upto 1750 rpm. These pumps are designed to handle viscous of upto 10,000 cSt and temperature upto 250oC/500oF. The suction

lift for ED pumps is set up to 0.5 bar or 15” Hg vacuum while priming and up to 0.8 bar / 24” Hg vacuum while pumping. The pumps are designed to handle differential pressure up to 16 bar / 250 psi. ED pumps are used in typical Applications where no leakage, liquid or gaseous, is allowed like for pumping of Isocyanate, Solvents, Hazardous organic liquids, Printing ink, Resin, Pitch, Alkyd resin, Soya bean oil, Linseed oil, Monomers, Polyol, and Corn syrup.

For more information DESMI Pumping Technology A/s. Email: srai@desmi.com Website: www.desmi.com

3 in 1 Prepaid Meter (Dual Source) Recovering electricity dues remain one of the major challenges in the power sector. Most distribution companies face serious

problems in recovering electricity bills especially from government departments / apartment blocks / commercial complex etc.

ElMeasure has developed a unique 3 in 1 Contactless Prepaid Energy Meter were in process parameters such as water, gas etc can be integrated and its consumption can be monitored along with electrical parameters. The design is completely microcontroller based thus providing an effective and reliable solution to the service providers. The service provider needs to just install the meter and further activities involve the consumer. It is sufficient for the service provider to have just one manpower to recharge the card as per the consumer’s request. The consumer will have to display the card in the front fascia of the meter for three seconds. The advanced microcontroller electronics inside the meter stores the number of units recharged and measures the energy consumption. When the purchased units are used up by the consumer the meter disconnects the power supply until the next recharge. Main Features • Compact wall mounting design • Dual Source Measurement (EB & DG) • 3 in 1 meter with option to integrate process parameters. • Pre-paid metering system using contactless

smart cards • Accuracy Class 1.0 • Cost effective ‘Pay as you use’ three phase electricity metering Application • Shopping Malls / Multiplexes • Residential Townships / Apartments • Commercial Buildings • Employee Quarters Advantages • Upfront payment for electricity and hence low over heads for service providers. • Advanced RF card technology • Tamper proof construction • Cost of manpower for billing / collection is substantially reduced. • This avoids the hassles of human intervention as there is no need to enter the data into the meter. This makes the system more user friendly. • Displays balance energy in the meter, thus enabling the consumer to plan when to recharge. • No billing disputes • Allows consumer to budget electricity expenses • Helps consumer to contribute towards energy conservation. • Available in single phase and three phase system

For more information ElMeasure India Pvt. Ltd. No. 764, 4th Phase, 707, Yelahanka New Town, Bangalore - 560 106 Ph: +91 80 28461777 E-mail: marketing@elmeasure.com Website: www.elmeasure.com

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Gandhi Rolling Shutters - Quality Engineered

Gandhi Automations Pvt Ltd, India’s No. 1 Entrance Automation & Loading Bay Equipment Company, is the only manufacturer of Rolling Shutters certified to ISO 9001 - 2008 quality management system. This has resulted in the implementation of continuous improvement in personnel training, production, inspection, equipment calibration, machinery maintenance, logistics and customer relations. The product engineering team uses the latest software combined with technologically advanced machinery to offer to the customer a well-engineered product. Over years of meticulously working on the design, fabrication and installation, Gandhi Automations has developed technical expertise in manufacturing various kinds of Automated Rolling Shutters. The Research and Development team with its extensive know-how and experience are able to produce specific types of Rolling Shutters unique to certain sites and client requirements. A consistent quality product has thus become the hallmark of Gandhi Automations’

manufacturing process right through installation to after sales service. Gandhi Rolling Shutters are ideal for situations where side room is at a premium and security is required. Our Rolling Shutters require very little headroom above the structural opening. They combine strength with elegance along with durability and are designed for both external and internal applications. Gandhi Rolling Shutters are fabricated of interlocking Galvanized Insulated and Non Insulated, Stainless Steel, patented Aluminum or Polycarbonate profiles and patented MS Rolling Grills. Each of our Rolling Shutters is designed to the clients’ specifications conforming to IS 6248 and solidly constructed to promote trouble-free operation and long life. Gandhi Rolling Shutters fit openings to a maximum width of 30,000 mm and height of 40,000 mm with an endless array of options to satisfy both aesthetic considerations as well as working requirement.

Gandhi Automations Pvt .Ltd. 2nd Floor, Chawda Commercial Centre, Link Road, Malad (W) Mumbai – 400064, India Tel : +91 22- 66720200/ 66720300(200 lines) Fax : +91 22-66720201 Email : sales@geapl.co.in Website: www.geapl.co.in

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Connectwell component carrier Terminal Block CCC4U, CPD1 & CPF(L):

The CCC4U Terminal Block is a DIN Rail mountable component carrier base, with which Pluggable component carrier can be installed easily. CPD1 is a Diode plug with 1N4007 diode to be used with carrier base, for reverse polarity protection. CPF is Plug

which can take 5 X 20mm Glass Fuse, for protection purposes. Also Fuse plug with Fuse Blown (offline) indication with voltage range of 6-60V CPFL6-60V & 110-240V CPFL110-240V are available to use with component carrier base CCC4U.

Specification: CCC4U

CPD1

CPF

CPF6-60V CPF110240V

Dimensions (W x L x H)

6 x 58.5 x 46

6 x 28 x 35

Function

Base

Plug

Rated Voltage

1000V

Rated Current

10A

Electronic Component

1N4007

5 X 20mm

LED for offline

G l a s s

indication, 5

Fuse

X 20mm Glass Fuse

For more information Connectwell Industries Pvt. Ltd. D-7, Phase 2, M.I.D.C., Dombivli - 421 204, India Tel.: +91 251 3980 600, 3980 800; Fax: +91 2513980 700 website : www.connectwell.com

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MECO “VAF / VIF METER - TRMS VIF-96 “MECO” Voltage / Current & Frequency Meter, Model: “VIF-96” Microcontroller based indigenously designed, tooled and manufactured by the R & D Department of MECO. It Measures TRMS value of various electrical parameter. TRMS Measurement, 3Phase 4 Wire (User Selectable) Balanced & Unbalanced Systems with three rows, Super Bright Red LED Displays with 6 Parameters & 7 different display pages. Each page has 3 matrix rows. User friendly Programmable CTR / PTR, Auto & Manual Scroll and Number of Pole Settings for RPM, RUN Hr / ON Hr Reset facility equipped with 3 keypads

toggling display pages and to set programmable functions. Auto Indication for “ KV “ / “ KA “ & Auto Selection of Decimal Point. “VIF-96U” is Ideal to monitor the Voltage / Current / Frequency & RPM of DG Gensets / Stabilizers / Control & Relay Panel Manufacturer etc. It has CE Complaisance / Installation Category CAT II (IEC EN61010-1) & Pollution (Degree IEC EN61010-1).

For more information MECO Instruments Pvt. Ltd. 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 E-mail: sales@mecoinst.com Web: www.mecoinst.com

Platinum Edge : Cutting Blades KDS, Japan is a world renown brand in the market of cutting tools. We are pleased to introduce it on a large scale for the very first time in India. We are sole distributors for KDS products in India. KDS’ Management System is ISO 9001:2001 certified, and its factories are JIS (Japan Industrial Standard)

approved. We have a wide range of products but the following are products that we stock in bulk at economical prices. Our product range includes the following along with their specifications:

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• L-27 cutter with safety knob • LB-10- snap-off blades with dimesions 100mm X 18mm & 0.5 mm thick (10 pcs per box) • LB-10 snap-off blades with dimesions 100mm X 18mm & 0.5 mm thick (50 pcs per box) • HB-10 snap-off blades with dimensions 125mm X 25mm & 0.7mm thick (10 pcs per box) • SB-10 snap-off blade with dimensions 9mm x 80mm & 0.38mm thick (10 pcs per box)

These blades are very high quality and are rightly angled to provide a razor clean cutting. The above mentioned product range can be used in varied industries from heavy duty cutting like that of rubber and conveyor belt as well as light-duty cutting like paper or cardboard. These products are made from the best Japanese technology leading to absolutely no compromise in quality. Quality that matters is our motto and quality is always our top priority.

For more information Platinum Edge 67 Free Press House Free Press Journal Marg, 215 Nariman Point Mumbai-400021 Email: sales@platinumblades.com Web: www.mecoinst.com

NC SPOT DRILL The “All in One” function NC Spot Drill from Nine9, Taiwan with a patented indexable carbide insert contributes high efficiency by performing various multiple application as:• Grooving • Helical grooving milling. • Engraving • Spot drilling • Chamfer turning

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• Facing grooving This “Multifunctional Cutting Tool”, used in CNC Lathe and CNC Machining Centers, contributes to increased cutting speed, long tool life, best position accuracy and reduction in cycle time. NC Spot drill shank diameter ranges from ø5

to ø20mm and inserts are having four cutting edges and available in 45°/60°/82°/90°/120°/142° angles for different applications. The latest coated carbide grade helps you to obtain higher speed and feed rate therefore reducing the cycle time.

For more information STITCH OVERSEAS PRIVATE LIMITED Corporate Office: Plot Nos. 179 & 180, Industrial Estate, UdyogVihar Phase-VI, Sector-37, Gurgaon - 122 004, Haryana, India. Tel.: + 91-124-4755400; Fax: + 91-124-4755430; Helpline No: +91- 9313361202 E-mail.: stitch@vsnl.com; Website: www.stitchtools.com

Hangsterfer’s Cutting Oils for Sliding Head Machines Hangsterfer’s Cutting Oils are recognized by Swiss Style Screw machine manufacturers around the world. Hangsterfer’s Hard Cut oils have improved tool life and surface qualities by as much as 300%! They are the first choice of leading Aerospace, Electronic and Medical component manufacturers. Aluminium, nickel, stainless steel and titanium alloys are machined with much greater ease. All of our oils are engineered to withstand the extreme condition at the tool work-piece interface. In addition to the lubricity provided at the cutting zone, our cutting oils provide excellent lubrication for the machine’s slides, guide bushings, bearings and spindles. Some can www.engrreview.com

even be used in bar feeders. These products are available in a wide range of viscosities and chemical compositions. We have an oil for every application, from tapping and threading of small, pin-like components, to broaching and fine blanking of large gears. Hangsterfer’s Hard Cut Series is formulated with the industry’s safest chlorinated extreme pressure additives. The CC Series has all the quality of the Hard Cuts but are Chlorine Free. Our Missile Lube Series is both Chlorine and Sulphur free. It was developed in the early 1960’s for the aerospace industry. Dr. Hangsterfer created a synthetic fat that met the performance and chemical standards needed for

aluminium, magnesium, nickel and titanium alloys. This valuable technology, although highly concentrated in the Missile Lube series, is also contained in many of our other products.

This results in unparalleled performance. No matter what the environment, Hangsterfer’s has a cutting solution for your facility.

For more information Hangsterfer’s Laboratories, Inc.USA Sanjay Tools & Adhesives Mobile : +91 9822028518 / +91 9892516810 E-mail: hangsterfers@sanjaytoolsnsk.com Web : www.hangsterfers.com

GAS DETECTOR – HIGH CONSENTRATION PRISM GAS DETECTION an ISO: 9001 company proudly presents the next generation digital Gas Detectors. The COSMOS XP-3140 is a part of the new XP-3000 series which features portable detectors for various gases.

PRISM is established in providing Gas Monitoring Systems to all major Oil Companies like IOCL, HPCL, BPCL, SHV, Gujarat Gas, GAIL, IFFCO, BARC, NTPC, HLL, House of TATA, BIRLA, OBERIO, HONDA, ITC etc. Its Systems are

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working all over India. The company has always been Technology and Customer driven and has always given the best at the least cost. The XP-3140 is for measurement of high concentration gases up to 100Vol%. This is a reliable, flexible system with enhanced electronic features in a rugged field proven design and is suitable for inspecting the amount of gases remaining in tanks. The XP 3140 model has two Low ranges 0-10Vol% or 0-30Vol% and High Range 0-100Vol%. The device is most suitable for monitoring risk of explosion and can detect presence of any Combustible gas such as Methane, butane, Hydrogen, Helium, Argon, Carbon Dioxide etc. New Digital Display with simulated analogue Scale: It has a big LCD screen with a simulated analog scale and digital numeric read out which displays the gas concentration and levels at a glance. The numeric and simulated scale are displayed simultaneously. The big screen with a back light makes it very easy for an individual to see the readings even in low light conditions, the digits shown on the screen are also large in size facilitating easier reading. The XP-3140 detects Combustible gases using thermal conductivity sensor. The gas alarm is an Intermittent Buzzer with a flashing red lamp right above the screen. The alarm is set at 50Vol%.

Built in Correction Factor for up to 5 Flammable gases: The device is single gas but can be termed as multi gas, concentration of up to 5 types of flammable gases can be read directly. The devise comes with built in correction factor for these flammable gases. Auto Ranging Function: Being a Mutli range detector the detector automatically changes its reading ranges from L-Range to H-Range or vice-versa when the gas is changed as a result it reduces possibility of human error. Data â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Logging Function: The XP-3140 makes it easy for maintaining logs as it can be connected to a PC and the readings can be downloaded on to the PC with the data cable and software. The device can be easily connected to any PC having a USB port and can be used to store the monitored logs for future

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references. Self â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Diagnostic Function: The XP 3140 comes with self-diagnostic functions that can detect low sample flow, sensor disconnection & circuit integrity. The Xp-3140 has an in-built self diagnostic mechanism which enables the device to detect low sample flows, sensor disconnections, low battery or any circuit integrity thereby incase of improper readings. The XP-3140 informs you of the possible cause enabling the user to take the necessary corrective action. Built in Sample Draw Pump: The device is having in built micro air pump. This makes instrument much more effective and sensitive as it keeps on drawing air sample. XP-3118 also has a probe, moisture Filter/Trap and comes with standard 1 meter sampling hose. Optionally sampling hose is available in various lengths up to 30 meters. Two Power Options: The XP-3140 runs up to 20 hours on 4 AA Alkaline batteries and up to 5 hours on

the re-chargeable NiCd battery, which means that the device has 2 power options thereby providing a backup for urgent monitoring. Light Weight and Compact: The device weighs just 450gms which is makes functionally very for the user and has explosion proof structure. Instrument is supplied with Standard Accessories as Soft case, 4x AA alkaline dry cells, Gas sampling hose (1 m), Probe with filter moisture trap, spare filters and manual. Optional accessories can be 2-30m gas sampling hose, Gas dilution probe, Data download software (CD-ROM software and USB cable). PRISM - AN ISO 9001 Company - offers a very large range of portable detectors and FIXED ON LINE GAS MONTORING SYSTEMS for practically ANY GAS in ANY INDUSTRY including Special Applications like Ozone Detection, Odour Indicator, as well as Multi Gas Meters. We also provide Calibration, Repair Services & Process Instrumentation Integrated Solutions

For more information PRISM GAS DETECTION PVT. LTD. 213, Oshiwara Industrial Centre, New Link Road, Goregaon (W), Mumbai - 400 104. India, Tel: (91-22) 28761387, 28778974 Fax: (91-22) 28766116 E-mail: prism@lpgsafety.com Web site: www.lpgsafety.com

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Digi-Sense from Cole-Parmer Expands its Line of Precision Measurement Instruments Cole-Parmer, a global leader with more than 55 years of experience in fluid handling, electrochemistry, laboratory equipment and supplies, expanded its DigiSense™ line of precision measurement instruments. Digi-Sense, known for accuracy, durability, and reliability, has introduced several new instruments for convenient temperature measurement, equipment testing, and inspection. The “Be Sense-ible™” line from Cole-Parmer contains a full range of environmental and temperature instruments that includes thermocouple meters, thermistor meters, RTD meters and infrared thermometers—many with NIST-traceable calibration already completed and ready to use upon arrival. The new items include: Precali• Digi-Sense® brated Humidity and Temperature Indicator monitors humidity levels and displays temperature and time as well. The Indicator contains a unique environmental comfort indicator. Pre• Digi-Sense® calibrated Pocket

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For more information Ms. Vinita Singh Cole-Parmer India Pvt. Ltd. Tel: +91-22-61394444 / 4410 vinita.singh@coleparmer.in response@coleparmer.in. Web: www.coleparmer.in

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Thermometers in large head, pen style, and folding probe types take fast and accurate temperature measurements anywhere. Digi-Sense™ Precalibrated Pocket-Size Moisture Meter measures the moisture level in wood products and hardened materials with one-handed operation. Digi-Sense™ Precalibrated Digital Contact/ Photo Tachometer ensures equipment is in optimal operating condition, eliminating costly repairs. Digi-Sense™ Borescope and Video Borescope are ideal for inspecting ductwork, wiring, piping, vehicles, and other hard-to-reach areas. To view the full line of Digi-Sense products, go to ColeParmer.in/DigiSense.

New, High Quality Digital Readout at an Affordable Price!

Newall introduces DP500 Mill and Lathe Packages. Designed specifically to target the turret mill and tool room lathe market, these packages are priced to meet the needs of the price conscious user. The DP500 DRO comes with many features such as absolute and incremental readings, radius/diameter readings, error compensation, and inch/metric instant conversion. The unit also includes a tool offset library that compensates for different tools’ lengths for turning operations. The offsets can be manually programed or they can be entered on-thefly. For milling applications, the DP500 includes bolt hole circle routine. Simply enter the data via the message prompts and

the DP500 calculates the coordinates of each hole within the circle, saving the operator time and ultimately money. The DP500 DRO Package is available in two or three axes for turret mills with travels up to 16” (406mm) x 36” (914mm) and for two axes lathes with up to 80” (2M) between centers. Best of all, the DP500 DRO Package offers the same quality and many of the benefits that Newall is known for. The DP500 Packages come with the new Spherosyn LT or Microsyn LT encoders. These encoders feature the same inductive technology and IP67 rating as Newall’s Spherosyn 2G encoders and will provide accurate and dependable readings under the harshest environmental conditions.

For more information Custom Sensors & Technologies (CST) 23, Trident Towers, 4th Floor, 100 Feet Road Ashoka Pillar Road, 2nd Block, Jayanagar, Bangalore 560 011 Tel: 080-41132204/05. Fax: 91-80-41132206. Email : india@cstsensors.com.

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More flexibility with large number of poles

he Han® Ex product portfolio is offering new standard inserts and housings in the proven HARTING sizes - providing users with greater flexibility. Han® Ex is deployed chiefly in the mining, chemistry and process automation industries. The connectors are designed to conform with the preconditions for the ignition protection intrinsic safety category, and may also therefore be applied in the explosion endangered zones 1 and 2. In intrinsically safe electrical circuits the power is limited so that even if a spark occurs it cannot ignite potentially explosive surroundings. The product portfolio offers new standard inserts and housings in the proven HARTING sizes of 6 to 24B. The housing alloy has been selected to enable applications in methane-coal dust atmospheres. In addition

they comply with the IP protection class 65 in the plugged state. The blue coloring of the housing serves as a marking for intrinsically safe electrical circuits. The Han® Ex contact inserts also offer a large number of poles in the most compact space. Up to 64 contacts are possible in combination with a 24B housing. The crimp, screw and cage clamp connection technologies are all available. The housings offer cable outlets of M20 to M40, while a robust and reliable metal bracket serves as locking system.

For more information HARTING India Pvt Ltd Abhishek Bimal, Assistant Marketing Communications Manager 7th Floor (West Wing), Central Square II Unit No.B-19 Part, B 20&21, TVK Industrial Estate Guindy, Chennai - 600032 INDIA Tel : +91 44 43560415 Fax: +91 44 4356 0417 abhishek.bimal@HARTING.com Web: : www.HARTING.in

Steady volt servo voltage stabilizers Frequent voltage variations are a menace that can damage electronic components like power supplies, drives, PLCs, controllers,

etc. Their effects are widely felt in CNC, printing and textile machines as well as laboratory, data processing, medical &

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telecommunication equipment. Frequent breakdowns of such machines are costly to repair. This apart, the downtime and frequent interruptions in operation brings substantial loss of revenue. Steady Volt from Unity Controls is a state-of-the-art Voltage Stabilizer designed to protect such equipment from voltage variations and its ill-effects. Following are some of its unique features: • Intelligent microprocessor-based system(available in new digital models) • Digital interface with large LCD display and keypad • Auto re-start, adjustable output voltage, trip bypass, fault list • No hunting, oscillation and noise generation • Innovative transformer

design to minimize power loss • Constant output voltage across a wide input voltage range • Single phasing prevention, surge suppressor and EMI / RFI filter With the best-in-class response time and correction rates, Steady Volt offers improved power quality and greater energy efficiency, thereby saving the cost of breakdowns and energy utilization. Apart from protecting your equipment from damage, Steady Volt also saves energy during continuous operations.

For more information Unity Controls Pvt. Ltd 405, Sapphire Arcade, 42 M.G. Road, Ghatkopar (E), Mumbai 400 077, Phone: 022- 2501 3832 / 33 sales@unitycontrols.in, Web: www.unitycontrols.in

GEM’s Bottle Type FRP Cooling Tower GEM’s Nexgen Bottle type FRP Cooling Tower is known for the benefits it offers like low maintenance, high efficiency, noiseless operation, minimum water loss and long service life. Following are some of the constructional features of this trendsetting product: • Superior extended shaft flange mounted frame, www.engrreview.com

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waterproof with aluminium body, epoxy painting, SS shaft and EPDM sealing; saves power; highly reliable and built to last. • RTM Mould body, UV protected and with glossy finish • FRP Louver profile reduces water spillage loss, prevents entry of foreign particles and extends cycle for blow down. Also proper L/G reduces evaporation loss.

• High Efficiency Aero Dynamic Fan: Axial flow, direct driven, low noise, long life, corrosion -free aluminium, computerized balanced and wind tunnel tested. • Revolutionary Spiral Fills: Rigid PVC – with long life, clogg-free and ease of assembly. UV stabilized • The product is offered to the customer with a 5-year warranty – for the first time in India.

For more information GEM Equipments (P) Ltd. SF No.103, Avinashi Road, Arasur, Coimbatore 641 407 Phone: 0422-2363800 / Email: sales@gemindia.com

Outperform with the New Yale Maini Diesel forklift truck Maini Materials Movement Private Limited (“MMM”) is a leading industry player in the MATERIAL HANDLING, STORAGE SOLUTIONS and PEOPLE MOVEMENT space. MMM has strategic alliance with NACCO Materials Handling Group (NMHG), USA for manufacturing and marketing Yale brand Forklifts, High reach trucks, Order pickers, VNA etc. in India. MMM’s manufacturing expertise combined with Yale’s global reputation for excellence and innovation delivers comprehensive material handling solutions to customers across sectors. The manufacture of selected Yale products in our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in www.engrreview.com

Bangalore enables us to respond quickly to the demands in a dynamic and rapidly expanding market place. The introduction of new diesel counterbalance forklift truck will strengthen the position of Yale and MMM in the growing Indian forklift truck market. Designed to meet the specific requirements of the Indian market, the New Yale - Maini diesel trucks are available with efficient, quiet, clean running engine. The range consists of GDP20UX (2000 kg) and GDP30UX (3000 kg) with 3.1 L engine which is ideally suitable for all standard applications. Key Features of the truck: • The ergonomically

designed Diesel forklift’s operator compartment and familiar automotive layout enable the operator to work comfortably, reducing tiredness during handling operations. • The simplicity of the components and specification makes servicing quick and easy. • The use of proven, high quality, robust components, efficient filtration and excellent cooling result in reliable operation and lower wear and tear with this equipment, thus low service and maintenance cost. About Maini Materials Movement Private Limited Maini Materials Movement

Private Limited (“MMM”) is a [premium brand in material-movement and in-campus electric mobility solutions]. A culture of innovation, thought-leadership and quality-focus defines us. MMM solutions range from Hand Pallet Trucks, Battery Operated Pallet Trucks, Platform Trucks, Manual & Electric Stackers, Goods & Scissor lifts, Tow Trucks, Dock Levelers, Forklift Trucks, Reach trucks ,Order Pickers, Flame proof Trucks, Industrial racking, Bolt less shelving systems ,Mezzanines and in-campus electric buggies to help you achieve high level of space efficiency and Manufacturing Productivity.

For more information Maini Materials Movement Private Limited E-mail: mtrlsmov@maini.com / Web: www.mainimaterials.com

ITI-160(P) Portable Digital METAL Hardness Tester Advantages • Largest screen 3 inch, showing all functions and parameters.it is the largest screen of leeb hardness tester, easy read and operate. Main Application • Die cavity of molds • Bearings and other parts • Failure analysis of pressure vessel, steam generator and other equipment • Heavy work piece • The installed machinery and permanently

assembled parts • Testing surface of a small hollow space • Material identification in the warehouse of metallic materials • Rapid testing in large range and multi-measuring areas for largescale work piece Technical Specifications • Measuring range: HLD (170~960) HLD • Measuring direction: 360° • Hardness Scale: H L 、 H B 、 H R -

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Specifications: Measuring Range

0.65 mm – 400mm (upto 500mm) (in steel)

Sound Velocity

1000~9999 m/s

Resolution

0.01mm/0.1mm or 0.001/0.01” selectable

Units

mm/inch (selectable)

Memory

Upto 2000 Groups (up to 99 Values for each file)

Accuracy

± ( 0.5%Thickness+0.04 ) mm

Alarm

preset upper and lower limit

Work voltage

3V( 2 AA alkaline batteries)

Work mode

Single point and scan

Interface port

USB

Dimensions

136 x 72 x 20mm

Weight

177 g

Display

3.5 digit LCD with EL backlight

Continuous working period 280 hours (with EL backlight off)

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B、 HRC、 HRA、 HV、HS Display: 3 inch screen, Data memory: 600 groups max. (relative to impact times 32~1) Printing paper: width is (57.5±0.5) mm, diameter is 30mm Battery pack: 6V NI-MH Battery charger:

9V/500mA • Continuous working period: about 150 hours (With backlight off, no printing) • Communication interface: USB1.1 • Outline dimensions: 210mm×85mm×35mm ( Instruments weight : 350 Gram)

Standard Delivery: Main Unit,, TWO test Probes, Data Cable, Software, Coupling oil, Battery,

Operation Manual, Carrying case. & Calibration Certificate Traceable to NPLDELHI.

India Tools & Instruments co. MUMBAI – INDIA E-mail: ojus_itico@hotmail.com Tel: 09819345050/022-23428862 , Web: www.indiatool.net

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India Tools & Instruments co. MUMBAI – INDIA E-mail: ojus_itico@hotmail.com Tel: 09819345050/022-23428862 , Web: www.indiatool.net

ITI-1600 High-precision Digital Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge (NEW) Ultrasonic Thickness Gauges are designed to improve safety and ensure reliability of material subject to corrosion or erosion. Corrosion gauges with their dual-element transducers are the primary inspection tool used to measure the remaining walls of components such as pipelines, pressure vessels, storage tanks, and numerous other applications. Precision gauges use single-element transducers

to provide the thinnest range and highest degree of accuracy possible. Common applications include metals and a variety of non-metals (i.e. glass, ceramic, plastic, etc.).

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We Give u All types of Cutting tools in HSS / CARBIDE / Tin Coated / ASP30 & Other materials. We can Also supplly all types of Cutting tools as per your Drgs. MAKE/Brand : MICRO GERMAN / TPI INDIAN.

SO Please E-mail us your Enq. For our Best Prices.

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BUSINESS AVENUES

INSIDE BUSINESS AVENUES Information on latest manufacturing projects in India

SOUTH INDIA

lans to construct terminal building and ceremonial lounge at Vijayawada airport. Bids were recently invited for design and building works. Place : Vijayawada Andhra Pradesh Airport Authority of India B.G. Patil, Airport Director, Vijayawada Airport, Gannavaram 521102, Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh. T: 08676-252729, F: 254757, M: 9441902480, E: apd_vobz@aai.aero

lans to renovate the old domestic terminal, integrating the old and new international terminals, installation of travelator and construction of multi-level car parking at Chennai Airport. The airport authorities have sought Rs 500 crore from the government for undertaking this project. www.engrreview.com

Place : Chennai Tamil Nadu Airports Authority of India (AAI) â&#x20AC;&#x153;Airport director Deepak Shastri, Airports Authority of India, Rajiv Gandhi Bhawan, Safdarjung Airport, New Delhi-110003 Tel : 011-24632950, M: 9810025069â&#x20AC;?

he authority plans to undertake re-carpeting works of Karipur Airport. As per the schedule, the runway will remain closed daily for two hours- from 3 pm to 5 pm - from July 1 to August 31 for preparatory works. The actual re-carpeting works will start on September 1. Place : Karipur Kerala Airports Authority of India (AAI) Peter K Abraham, Airport Director T.S. Chandramouli, ENGINEERING REVIEW | MAY 2015 | 269

BUSINESS AVENUES Executive Director (Engineering), Calicut Airport P.O, Malappuram Dist-673647. T: 0483 – 2719469, 2719469, 2712630, apd_calicut@aai.aero

AI has laid foundation stone for the construction of boundary wall at Jharsuguda airport. Bids will be invited soon for the construction of terminal building and runway for the proposed project. Land is acquired for expan¬sion of runway and terminal building. There are plans to develop a commer¬cial complex on the premises along with high-end hotels, restaurants and a golf course. Place : Jharsuguda, Odisha Airports Authority of India (AAI) P.R Beuria, Deputy General Manager (Engineer Civil),

Biju Patnaik Airport, Bhubane¬swar-751020, Orissa. T: 0674-2596300, 2596322, M: 9040022036

he state government has requested AAI to build a new terminal building at Agartala Airport. Around 72 acre of land is already acquired for airport modernisation. Environmental clearance from the Ministry of Environment and Forests is awaited Place : Agartala Tripura Airports Authority of India (AAI) Samarjit Bhowmik, Secretary, Transport Department, West Tripura, Agartala. T: 0381-2412943, F: 2324081, E: secretary_tripura@yahoo.in

WEST INDIA

erman automobile firm plans to increase its production to 200,000 units by 2018 and add more new models from the Chakan plant. The company also plans to increase the production capacity at the Aurangabad unit in the next two years. Place : Maharashtra Volkswagen India Pvt Ltd Ingrid Dantas, PS to Director, 3, North Avenue, Level 4, Maker Maxity, BKC, Bandra (E), Mumbai-400051, Maharashtra, T: 022-33137000, F: 33137201, ingrid@volkswagen.co.in (Mahesh Kodumudi, MD & President)

elmet manufacturer plans to set up a new manufacturing facility at Tapukara in Rajasthan. The unit will have production capacity of 10,000 units a day and which could be later expanded to over 50,000 pieces a day. This unit will be ready in the next two years. Place : Rajasthan Steelbird 270 | MAY 2015 | ENGINEERING REVIEW

Vishal Vich, Group Commercial Manager, B2B-17 Janak Puri Metro Piller - 540, New Delhi -110058, T: 011-45123456, F: 011-40687440, M:9911483566, E: vishal.vij@steelbirdhelmet.com

lans to expand the capacity of its liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal on the West Coast by 50 per cent to 7.5 MTPA in the fiscal year to March 2017. Place : Gujarat Hazira LNG Pvt Ltd Dhirendra Mishra, General Manager, Terminal Site, Well no 7, Hazira, Surat-394270, Gujarat. T: 0261-3051158, F: 3051165, E: dhirendra.mishra@shell.com, hlpl-haz-portcontrol@shell.com

lans to widen a 2-km stretch on the Sangvi-Kiwale Road from 30 m to 45 m to improve connectivity to the Pune-Mumbai highway. www.engrreview.com

BUSINESS AVENUES Place : Maharashtra Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation M T Kamble, Chief Engineer, Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation Mumbai-Pune Road, Pimpri, Pune-411018. T: 020-27425511-14, E: pcmc@vsnl.com

he Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved the four laning of the Solapur-Bijapur section of NH-13 in

Maharashtra and Karnataka covering 109.07 km. The work will be executed under the NHDP Phase-III. The approval is in BOT (Toll) mode on Design, Build, Finance, Operate and Transfer (BOT/DBFOT) basis. Bids are currently invited. Place : Maharashtra National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) Ashish Asati, General Manager (Maharashtra), G-5&6, Sector 10, Dwarka, New Delhi-110 075. T: 011-25074100-200 (Extn.: 1102), E: ashishasati@nhai.org

NORTH INDIA

he company is looking to assign construction works of Head Race Tunnel (Balance Works) Package for Tapovan Vishnugad Hydro Electric Power Project (4x130 MW) on the River Dhauliganga in Chamoli District. Bids are currently invited. Place : Uttarakhand NTPC Ltd Rohit Prakash, AGM (CS-I)/Manager (CS-I), 6th Floor, Engineering Office Complex, Plot A-8A, Sector-24, Noida-201301, Uttar Pradesh. T: 0120-4948664, 4948659, F: 2410335, 2410011, E: rohitprakash@ntpc.co.in

he Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved the eight laning of Mukarba Chowk to Panipat section of NHâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;1 in Delhi and Haryana covering 69.84-km. The approval is in BOT (Toll) mode on Design, Build, Finance, Operate and Transfer (BOT/DBFOT) basis. Place : Panipat Haryana National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) M.K. Jain, General Manager (Tech)-P&H, G-5& 6, Sector-10, Dwarka, New Delhi-110075. T: 011-25074100 Ext. 1449, E: mkjain@nhai.org

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he Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved the six laning of Agra-Etawah section of NHâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;2 in Uttar Pradesh covering 124.52 km. This work will be under NHDP Phase-V. The project will be undertaken in BOT (Toll) mode on Design, Build, Finance, Operate and Transfer (BOT/ DBFOT) basis. Land acquisition is on. Place : Uttar Pradesh National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) S B Singh, Project Director, A-208, Kamla Nagar Agra-282005, Uttar Pradesh. T: 0562-2580274. E: agra@nhai.org

lans to implement municipal solid waste management project in Srinagar. Government has already sanctioned Rs 116 crore for the project. The corporation is in the process of appointing of consultant in this regard. Place : Jammu and Kashmir Srinagar Municipal Corporation Manjura Mathare, Chief Sanitation Officer, Commissioner, Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir. T: 0194-2470466, F: 2470465, M: 9419005854, E: commissioner@smcsite.org

lans to set up elevated depot facilities at Vinod Nagar and Kalindi Kunj due to space constraints. The construction of a metro train depot involves approximately 2.5 lakh ENGINEERING REVIEW | MAY 2015 | 271

BUSINESS AVENUES Tamojit Bhattacharya, Manager (Public Relations), Metro Bhawan, Fire Brigade Lane, Barakhamba Road, New Delhi-110001, Delhi, T: 011-23417910-12, F: 23417921, W: www.delhimetrorail.com

square metres space for the setting up of stabling lines, inspection bays, workshops, washing plants and so on. These depots will be constructed as part of Phase-III. Place : Delhi Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC)

EAST INDIA

AI has laid foundation stone for the construction of boundary wall at Jharsuguda airport. Bids will be invited soon for the construction of terminal building and runway for the proposed project. Land is acquired for expansion of runway and terminal building. There are plans to develop a commercial complex on the premises along with high-end hotels, restaurants and a golf course. Place : Odisha Airports Authority of India (AAI) P.R Beuria, Deputy General Manager (Engineer Civil), Biju Patnaik Airport, Bhubaneswar-751020, Orissa. T: 0674-2596300, 2596322, M: 9040022036

lans to develop Transport Nagar. For this bids were invited earlier to prepare DPR and provide project management consultancy services. Bids will be finalised soon. Place : Jharkhand Jharkhand Urban Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd V K Sinha, Chief Engineer, 2nd floor, Vasundhara Mega Mart, Argora, Ranchi-834002. Jharkhand. T: 0651-2400962, M: 9470122768

he company plans to assign the contract involving the construction of boundary wall for proposed PBCMP township at Sikri Garrikala village. Bids were recently invited in this regard. The completion is targeted in 18 months. Place : Jharkhand NTPC Ltd

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A K Mohanty, AGM (C&M), Pakri Barwadih Coal Mining Project, Ujjwal Complex, Pugmil Road, Hazaribag-825301, Jharkhand. T: 06546-270808,267808, F: 06546-270744,270808, E: akmohanty02@ntpc.co.in

he Odisha Government aims to set up mega food parks in the state. The state level co-ordination committee has decided to set up 20 new agro/food processing parks in the state. OSIC will have to identify the land for 15 food park projects. OSIC has assigned this task to World Bank Group arm - International Finance Corporation (IFC). Place : Odisha Odisha Small Industries Corporation (OSIC) Saswat Patnaik, Expert (PMU), IDCO Tower, Janpath, Bhubaneswar - 22, T: 0674-2540820/2543506/, Extn-414, M: 9938339399, F: 2542956, E: saswat.patnaik@idco.in, pmu@idco.in

lans to implement balance construction work of Skill Development Centre at Choudwar. The completion is targeted in six months. Place : Odisha Odisha Small Industries Corporation (OSIC) Chinmay Mahapatro, Jt Manager(Civil), Industrial Estate, Madhupatna, Cuttack - 10, Odisha. T: 0671-2342580, F: 2341875 / 2342561, M: 9438123344, E: osicltd@gmail.com, osicltd@rediffmail.com www.engrreview.com

INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS LISTING OF THE MONTH

A AC Current Isolated Sensor AC & DC Power Analyser Access Automation Systems Active Harmonic Filters Actuator Line Advanced Batch Solutions Air Valves Analog & Digital Panel Meters Angle Pattern Needle Valve APFC Solutions Arc Welding & Cutting Articulated Robots Auto Changeover Systems Automatic Conveyors Accessories

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B Balancing Equipments Ball Bearing Units Basic Meters Battery Operated Vehicals Boom Barriers Bottle Type FRP Cooling Tower Brake Motors Building Energy Management System

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C Cable Bandages Cable Carrier Assembly Cable Carrier Systems Cable Drag Chains Cable Glands Cable Jointing Kits Cable Ties Cables Cam Driven Systems CAM Software CAM Switches Capacitors Carbon Steel Flanges Cargo Lifting Slings CBN- and Diamond Tools Centrifugal Compressors Ceramic Pump Parts Chain Hoists Chain Pulley Blocks Chemical Duty Pumps Chucks Clamp Meters CNC Customized Cutting Machine CNC Flame Cutting Machine CNC Plasma Cutting Machine CNC Press Brake Cold Weather Head Wear & Liners Commercial LED Lighting Solutions Composite Couplings Compressed Air Pipeline Network System Compression Fittings Conductors Conectors Conduit Conduit Glands Component Carrier Terminal Consumables Control Gears Control Products Controllers Corrugated Tube Heat Exchanger CT with Analog Output Transducers Current Transformers Customised HV Products Cutting and Grinding Discs Cutting Blades

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261 268 252 175

D Data Loggers & Transmitters DC Energy Meter Dead Weight Pressure Tester Deburring Machines Deceleration Products Desiccant Dryers Diaphragm Vacuum Pumps & Compressors Diesel forklift truck Digital Alarm Digital Clampmeters Digital Multimeter Digital Readout Systems Disposable Respirators Dock Levelers Dock Shelters Drag Chain Systems Drives Drives & Control Systems Drum Lifter Dual Source Energy Meter Dual-Spindle CNC Lathe Machine E Ear Muffs Ear Plugs Earth Pits Earth Resistance Tester Earthing Electrodes Earthing Rods Eather CAT Solutions Electric Motors Electrical CAD Software Electrical Heat Tracer Emergency Lighting EMS EMS Software Encoders Energy Chains Energy Efficiency Solutions Energy Management System Energy Monitor Engineering Design Consutancy Engineering Softwares Enterprise Software Enterprise Solutions Environment Monitoring Equipments Environmental Duty Pumps Ethernet Switches Evacuation & Gas Filling Unit

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F Fall Protection Equipments Fans & Appliances Finishing & Deburring Fire Alarms Fire Protection Ducts Fire Rated Doors Fire Rated Shutters Flame Proof Process Transmitter Flameproof Cranes Flashback Arrestor Flexible Cables Flexible Coolant Pipes Floor Cranes Flue Gas Analyzers Fluid Distribution Systems Forged Rounds

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30 107 161 20 121 5 5 145 239 252 159 245 243 149 135 251

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Forklift Trucks FRP Cable Tray Systems FRP Enclosure FRP Ladders FRP Poles G Gas Analyzers Gas Detector Gas Dryers Gas Filling & Transfer Device Gas Regulators Gas Safety Products Gas Saver & Safety Switch Gas Springs Gas Stop Valve Gauge Comparator Gauging Equipments Gear Boxes Gear Hobbing Machines Geared Motors Girder Cranes Girder EOT Cranes Goliath Cranes Gravity Rollers Grinding & Polishing Tools of Bonded Abrasives Grinding Machines Grippers Grommets & Junction Boxes

243 117 117 117 117 217 261 97 252 252 31 252 163 252 252 185 229 227 141, 231 237 239 239 245 193 187 151 79

H Hard Hats / Helmets 19 Harmonic Analysis 10, 93 Harnesses 19 Head Protection Equipments 30 Heat Detectors 20 Heavy Duty Pumps 247 High Definition Lenses 7 High Performance Couplings 233 High Precision Drives 131 High-precision Digital Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge 268 High Pressure Compression Springs 33 High Pressure Hoses 252 High Profile Power Analyzers 89 High Quality Digital Readout 264 High Voltage Insulating Matt 101 HMI 9 Home Automation 81 Hydraulic CNC Press Brake 211 Hydraulic Elevating Table 243 Hydraulic Industrial Lifts 243 Hydraulic Iron Worker 221 Hydraulic NC Shearing Machine 211 Hydraulic Pipes 251 Hydraulic Press 203, 205, 207 Hydraulic Press Brake 209, 221 Hydraulic SPMs 207 I I/Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s & Converters Industrial Brakes Industrial Clutches Industrial Connectors Industrial Control Systems Industrial Couplings Industrial Crane Controls Industrial Cranes Industrial Fastners Industrial Forgings Industrial Grade Digital Multimeters Industrial LED Lighting Solutions Industrial Park Industrial PC

85 241 241 153 27 233, 241 241 246 254 251 278 97 59 137

INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS LISTING OF THE MONTH

Industrial Plugs Industrial Plugs & Sockets Industrial Sensors Industrial Shock Absorbers Indutrial Sockets Instrumentation Fittings Instrumentation Valves Insulation Testers Interface Modules Isolators K K Rated Transformers Key Switches Knobs L Large Reciprocating Oil Free Compressors Lathes Light Energy Management System Lightning Protection Systems Linear Line Linear Slides Load Manager Lockable Gas Springs Logistics Services Logout Tagout Products Low Resistance Meters Lubricated Piston Compressors Lubricated Screw Compressors

114-115 77 147 163 114-115 41 41 85, 278 77 85 10 123 245 29 172-173 10 111 124 159 89 163 15 61 278 39 39

M Machine Automation Controller Machine Tool Tending Machine Tools Probe Systems Machine Vision Systems Management Systems Material Handling Components Material Handling Equipments Metal Stress Relieving Equipment Metalworking Lubricants Metering Pumps Microfinishing Machines Microprosessor Digital Mild Steel Flanges Milling and Engraving Tools Milling MachinesÂ Modular Switches Motion Control Solutions Multi Channel Load Manager Multifunction Harmonics Analyzer Multifunction Meters Multifunction Power Analyzer Multisensor Detectors

251 193 172-173 107 137 89 103 85 103 20

N NC Spot Drill Needle Valve Nitrite Gloves Non Return Valve Non-Destructive Testers Nylocking Rings

261 252 57 252 263, 265 245

O Oil Free Piston Compressors Oil Free Rotary Screw Compressors Oil Free Screw Compressors OLFLEX Cables Oxy-Fuel CNC Cutting Machines P Pallet Trolley

9 161 199 129 163 246 13, 161 183 179 26 187

39 29 39 72-73 21 243

Pallet Trucks 243 Paperless Recorders 85 Pendant Control Station 245 Petrochemical Duty Pumps 247 PFC Capacitors 113 Pillow Blocks 217 Pilot Lights 123 Pipe Fittings 251 Planetary Gearboxes 231 Plasma CNC Cutting Machines 21 Plastic Chains 245 Plastic Standpoles 245 Plastick Tool Pockets 245 Plate Bending Machines 203, 221 Plate Heat Echanger 17, 45 Plugs & Sockets 81 Pneumatic Screw Pumps 49 Polishing Machines 187 Polymer Bearings 159 Portable Digital METAL Hardness Tester 267 Portable Measuring Instruments 149 Power Transducers 105 Power Analyzer 93 Power Conditioners 10 Power Line Supervisior 95 Power Quality Analyzers 85 Power Quality & Energy Analyzers 75 Power Quality Audit 10 Power Quality Solutions 81 Power Supplies 85 Power Tools 193 Precision Measuring Instruments 263,264, 265 Precision Turned Parts 109 Prepaid Meters 89 Press Brakes 203 Process Consulting Inside Front Cover Process Indicator 145 Process Transmitter 145 Professional Tools 77 Programmable Panel Meters 105 Project Engineering Solutions 21 Protective Goggles 19 Protector Relays 85 Proximity Sensor 9

Servo Motor 9 Servo Voltage Stabilizers 10 Sheet Metal Handling 161 Shunts 85 Side Channel Vacuum Pumps & Compressors 22 Signal Transmetters 105 Single & Dual Axis Tracker Inside Front Cover Small Reciprocating Oil Free Compressors 29 Smoke Detectors 20 SMS Metrology Instruments 189 Socket Caps 245 Solar Home Lighting Solutions Inside Front Cover Solar Pumping Solutions Inside Front Cover Speed Reducers 141 Split Core CTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 89 SS Pipes 253 SS Plates 253 Stackers 243 Stainless Steel Flanges 251 Steady volt servo voltage stabilizers 266 Stirrers 43 Switchgears 69, 107 Switching Power Supply 77 Switch Boards 81

R Radio Frequency Transmission Touch Probe System 191 Ratchet Lashings 30 Refrigerated & Desiccant Air Dryers 29 Refrigeration Dryers 97 Remote PLCc Gatefold Research Grade Meters 11 Robot Retrofit 161 Rodless Cylinders 163 Rolling Shutters 259 Rooftop Mounting Solutions Inside Front Cover Rope Grab & Rescue Equipments 30 Rotary Actuators 151 Rotary Vane Oil Lubricated Vacuum Pumps 22

U Ultra Isolation Transformers

S Safety Energy Management Solution Safety Footware Safety Glasses Safety Gloves Safety Valve Scope Meters Scraped Surface Heat Echanger Sectional Overhead Doors Selector Switches Self Retracking Life Lines

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278 30 19 19 252 75 17 5 123 19

T Telescopic Line Tension Springs TeraFlow Pumps Test Measurement Equipments Testing & Calibration Thermal Blocks Thermal Imagers Thermal Spray Coatings Three Phase Energy Loggers Tow Trucks Traction Battery Traffic Safety Vests Transducers Trefoil Clamps Trefoil Cleats TRI Lobe Blowers Tungsten Carbide Burrs Turnkey Automation Solutions

124 163 25 65 37 77 75, 149 53 75 243 87 19 85 117 117 49 257 139 10

V Vaccum Pumps VFD Vibration Meters Vibration Testers Vision System Voice Evacuation Systems Voltage / Current & Frequency Meter

252 9 75 75 9 20 260

W Warehousing Equipments Wastewater Treatment Solutions Wave Springs Welding Equipments Welding Inverters Wires Wiring Accessories Wiring Management Solutions Work Holding Equipments

13 47 51 21 215 107 66 66 227

3 in 1 Prepaid Meter (Dual Source) 3 Way Ball Valve 3D Printers

258 252 177

ADVERTISERS INDEX COMPANY NAME

PG. NO.

A A.C. AUTOMATION

A.T.E. PRIVATE LTD.

ADOR WELDING LIMITED

ADVANTECH INDIA

137

ALLIED POWER SOLUTIONS

111

AUTOLITE EMERGENCY LIGHTING SYSTEM AUTOMATION INDIA WELDING TECHNOLOGY (P) LTD.

COMPANY NAME

PG. NO.

CONTROLWELL INDIA PVT. LTD.

ERWIN JUNKER MASCHINENFABRIK GMBH

175

CUSTOM SENSORS & TECHNOLOGIES

FRONT GATEFOLD

E-SQUARE ALLIANCE PVT. LTD.

EXIDE INDUSTRIES LTD.

D DELAIR INDIA PVT. LTD.

DEMAG CRANES & COMPONENTS (I) PVT. LTD.

246

FIRE & SECURITY DISTRIBUTION PVT LTD

DESMI PUMPING TECHNOLOGY A/S

247

FLIR SYSTEMS INDIA PVT. LTD.

DMG MORI INDIA

172-173

FLUID CONTROL RESEARCH INSTITUTE

DOWEL ENGINEERING WORKS

205

FLUKE TECHNOLOGIES PVT. LTD.

161 E

B BETTINELLI AUTOMATION COMPONENTS PVT. LTD.

195

BFT AUTOMATION SYSTEMS PRIVATE LIMITED

125

BHARTI ENTERPRISE

PG. NO.

163

A.T.E. ENTERPRISES PVT. LTD.

AMCL MACHINERY LIMITED

COMPANY NAME

E4 EVENTS

220, 222, 224, 225

GALAXY EARTHING ELECTRODES (P) LTD.

EDDYCRANES ENGINEERS PVT. LTD.

239

GANDHI AUTOMATIONS PVT. LTD.

EFFICA AUTOMATION LIMITED

201

GEISSEL INDIA PVT. LTD.

109

GIANTLOK INDIA PVT. LTD.

ELECTROMECH - TORQK

237 GLEASON

227

GODSON BENDING SYSTEMS PVT. LTD.

203

GRAINGER INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY INDIA PVT. LTD.

GRIND MASTER MACHINES PVT. LTD.

187

213

BOGE INDIA

BONFIGLIOLI TRANSMISSION (PVT) LTD.

231

BOSCH REXROTH INDIA LTD.

133

ELECTRONICS DEVICES WORLDWIDE PVT. LTD.

215

ELLE GREEN

ELMEASURE INDIA PRIVATE LTD.

C CNC SOFTWARE, INC.

167

COLE-PARMER

CONNECTWELL INDUSTRIES PVT. LTD.

ENERTECH PVT. LTD.

183

ENGIMACH 2015

216

EPCOS INDIA PVT. LTD.

113

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H HAAS AUTOMATION INDIA PVT. LTD.

FALSE COVER

ADVERTISERS INDEX COMPANY NAME

PG. NO.

COMPANY NAME

PG. NO.

HANNA EQUIPMENTS (INDIA) PVT. LTD.

HARTING (INDIA) PVT. LTD.

153

HAVELLS INDIA LTD.

67, 69

HORIBA INDIA PVT. LTD.

217

JAGDISH ENGINEERING WORKS

HPL ELECTRIC & POWER PVT. LTD.

BOOKMARK

JANATICS INDIA PVT. LTD.

151

HRS PROCESS SYSTEMS LTD.

HYDROPACK (INDIA) PVT. LTD.

211

IESS 2015

168

IGUS (INDIA) PVT. LTD.

159

IMEX 2015

214

INDIA TOOLS & INSTRUMENTS CO.

228

IPVS 2015

248-249

JAY STEEL CORPORATION JYOTI CERAMIC INDUSTRIES PVT. LTD. JYOTI CNC AUTOMATION LTD.

INDIA MACHINE TOOL SHOW 2015

IPTEX 2016

INDIA WAREHOUSING SHOW 2015

238

INFOR

M MACHINE TOOL EXPO 2015

197

MAHINDRA STILLER AUTO TRUCKS LTD.

243

MAINI MATERIALS MOVEMENT PVT. LTD.

MARPOSS INDIA PVT. LTD.

185, 191

MARVEL GLOVES INDUSTRIES

MAXON PRECISION MOTOR INDIA PVT. LTD.

131

MECO INSTRUMENTS PRIVATE LTD.

MECO METERS PRIVATE LTD.

MENNEKES ELECTRIC INDIA PVT. LTD.

114-115

MGM VARVEL POWER TRANSMISSION PVT. LTD.

229

MICROSCAN SYSTEMS, INC.

129

INSIDE BACK COVER

KNOWELL INTERNATIONAL PVT. LTD.

217

KUEBLER AUTOMATION INDIA PVT. LTD.

143

KUSAM ELECTRICAL INDUSTRIES LTD.

145

186

263 & 265

LIBRATHERM INSTRUMENTS PVT. LTD.

PG. NO.

253

KUMBHOJKAR PLASTIC MOULDERS

COMPANY NAME

245

103 & 105

INGERSOLL RAND (INDIA) LTD.

INORBIT TOURS PVT. LTD.

142

INSTAMOD AIRPIPE PVT. LTD.

INTEC 2015

155

N LAKSHMI RING TRAVELLERS (COIMBATORE) LTD.

181

LAPP INDIA PVT. LTD.

72-73

LEE SPRING COMPANY INDIA PVT. LTD.

LEGRIS INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED

135

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NEPTUNE (INDIA) LTD.

NI SYSTEMS (INDIA) PRIVATE LIMITED

O OBO BETTERMANN INDIA PVT. LTD.

121

ADVERTISERS INDEX COMPANY NAME OMRON AUTOMATION PVT. LTD.

PG. NO. 9

COMPANY NAME

PG. NO.

ROLLON INDIA PVT. LTD. - INDIA

124

RR KABEL LIMITED

COMPANY NAME

PG. NO.

TEJ INDUSTRIES

251

TESTO INDIA PVT. LTD.

149

THE BRAINS

223

THE MOTWANE MANUFACTURING CO. PVT. LTD.

278

THERMO-TECH INDUSTRIES

PAARTH VALVES PVT. LTD.

252

PANAM ENGINEERS LTD.

SAFEXPRESS PVT. LTD.

PAPEREX 2015

256

SANJAY TOOLS & ADHESIVES

179

SBS PRECISION SYSTEMS (INDIA) PVT. LTD.

189

TINITA ENGINEERING PVT. LTD.

255

SHAILESH SALES CORPORATION

209

TRANTER INDIA PVT. LTD.

SHREE NM ELECTRICALS LTD.

107

PC|SCHEMATIC

PETHE INDUSTRIAL MARKETING COMPANY PVT. LTD.

241

PLATINUM EDGE

217

PMP MACHINE TOOLS POWER TRANSMISSION AND CONTROL 2015 PRIMA HI-TECH EQUIPMENT PVT. LTD. PRISM GAS DETECTION PVT. LTD.

207

157

UVIRAJ GROUP INDIA

SHREE SIDDHIVINAYAK INDUSTRIES

SICK INDIA

147

SMALLEY STEEL RING COMPANY

WALCHANDNAGAR INDUSTRIES LTD.

SPRAYMET SURFACE TECHNOLOGIES PVT. LTD.

WE ELECTRIC INDIA PVT. LTD.

123

SRI VISHNU PUMP MFG. CO.

WELDOR ENGINEERING PVT. LTD.

221

STRATASYS

177

165

R RAHEJA UNIVERSAL (PVT.) LTD.

RATHI TRANSPOWER PVT. LTD.

233

RAVIN INFRAPROJECT PVT. LTD.

INSIDE FRONT COVER

RED LION CONTROLS INC.

163

SUMI CYCLO DRIVE INDIA PVT. LTD.

141

SUMIP COMPOSITES PVT. LTD.

117

139

193

RENISHAW INDIA (PUNE)

199

SUPERTECH INSTRUMENTATION SERVICES (I) PVT. LTD.

RISHABH INSTRUMENTS

SUPRA INDUSTRIES

RITTAL INDIA EPLAN DIVISION

INSIDE FRONT COVER & 1

RMG POLYVINYL INDIA LTD.

UNITY CONTROLS PVT. LTD.

101

TAMRON INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED ENGINEERING REVIEW |

XYLEM INDIA

277 | May 2015

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