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CEO CORNER Going Green : Ripping the benefits The term “green” manufacturing can be looked at in two ways: the manufacturing of “green” products, particularly those used in renewable energy systems and clean technology equipment of all kinds, and the “greening” of manufacturing — reducing pollution and waste by minimizing natural resource use, recycling and reusing what was considered waste, and reducing emissions. There’s a lot of buzz, hype, and real progress being made in green manufacturing, growing numbers of businesses are finding that reducing resource use, waste, and pollution, along with recycling and reusing what was formerly looked at as waste, yields benefits not only in terms of an improved bottom line, but in terms of employee motivation, morale, and public relations. Corporate and business leaders at the forefront of redesigning, restructuring, reengineering, and retooling operations and processes to be more environmentally and socially sustainable are finding that doing so produces measurable results that others can and would like to emulate, even leading to new business lines and a notable recognition for their efforts. New ways of thinking about manufacturing, both broadly and narrowly, are having a big impact on manufacturers worldwide. Such efforts are intimately entwined with a movement toward taking on, or accepting, greater corporate social responsibility (CSR). One such driving force has been the development of systems analysis, which has evolved into the growing field of industrial ecology. Manufacturers today need to be well-equipped to handle a variety of pressures to improve the effectiveness of their product while simultaneously looking for ways to cut costs. At face value, “going green” might seem like an impossible task for your business, but there are a surprising number of benefits. “Going green” has become more popular trend as of late, with more and more businesses opting to make the switch. While it can certainly seem overwhelming, manufacturers who embrace sustainable practices can recognize a positive impact on their bottom line. These benefits can help boost sales, lower operating costs, and more.
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COVER STORY
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ABB to invest 100 million in global innovation and training campus
Baumer’s O300 miniature laser sensors allow precise detection of small objects
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Godrej Aerospace launches CoE for Aerospace sector
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40 HARTING : Riding on IOT wave Mr Girish Rao, CEO & Managing Director HARTING India Pvt. Ltd.
FARO introduces VR-Enabled FARO ZONE 3D 2018
Igus’ small e-chains ensure safe cable guidance
ACHEMA 2018 : What will the process industry look like in 2025?
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Renishaw presents world leading metal 3D printing systems optimized for manufacturing of dental devices
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Rolls-Royce Power Systems & Force Motors signs JV
HHV develops innovative process of coating on plastics
Mastercam’s Wildest Parts Competition Gets a Boost
Safexpress launches its 33rd ultramodern Logistics Park in Hubli
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58 Filling the injection tooling gap in India
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62 Gala Precision’s Forte: Precise Surface Engineering Solutions
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TECH TRENDS Rollon at Hannover Messe 2018: New solutions for industrial automation
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Rejuvenation of Gears & Gearboxes-Timken’s Global Refurbishment Services
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12 NEWS
ABB to invest 100 million in global innovation and training campus One year after announcing its acquisition of B&R (Bernecker + Rainer Industrie-Elektronik GmbH), ABB is to invest €100 million in Austria to build a state-of-the-art innovation and training campus at the home of B&R in Eggelsberg, Upper Austria. It is the largest organic investment in industrial automation in ABB’s more than 130-year history and lays the foundation for around 1,000 new high-tech jobs in Austria. The new innovation and training campus will develop technologies for the factory of the future, based on ABB AbilityTM, in which production will be undertaken autonomously by smart and cloud-connected machines and robots. With this investment, ABB is delivering
on its Next Level strategy, which defines innovation as a key driver of profitable growth. The company invests $1.4 billion in R&D annually, and has a team of around 30,000 R&D and application engineers. B&R has more than 1,000 employees working in R&D and application development. The new research and development campus will cover 35,000 m² and be home to a significant number of stateof-the-art facilities. Alongside ultra-modern R&D laboratories,
which will develop and test new automation technologies, from industrial control systems up to machine learning and artificial intelligence, there will be an Automation Academy to train and educate customers, partners and employees in these technologies. ABB acquired B&R, then the largest independent provider of product- and software-based open-architecture solutions for machine and factory automation worldwide, in July 2017. Today, B&R is integrated into ABB’s
Industrial Automation division as its global Machine & Factory Automation business unit. With the combined portfolios, ABB is today the only industrial automation provider offering customers the entire spectrum of technology and software solutions around measurement, control, actuation, robotics, electrification and digitalization. “B&R has had an excellent start within ABB and has exceeded our expectations. We are well on track to achieve our goal of revenues of more than $1 billion soon,” said ABB CEO Ulrich Spiesshofer, at a press conference in Linz with the Austrian Chancellor, Sebastian Kurz. Web: www.abb.com
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on the market today. Unlike other low-cost competitive motion stages, ECO stages can be integrated into complex machines with the assurance they will perform at a high level and outlast other machine components. The ECO-LM series directdrive linear motor stages are optimized with high precision, noncontact linear encoders. The precision noncontact encoders enable minimum incremental motion to 10 nm with micrometer-level repeatability. The optional HALAR factory calibration improves positioning
accuracy to ±1.5 µm. The ironless forcer coil provides high force with zero cogging for smooth velocity and position control, ideal for applications requiring outstanding contour accuracy and smooth velocity profiling. The linear motor has zero backlash, no windup, zero friction, and excellent dynamic
responsiveness. ECO-LM stages are available in 17 different models with travels ranging from 100 mm to 800 mm and speeds up to 2 m/s. Configurable cable management solutions are available for single and multi-axis systems as standard options. For even more cost-sensitive applications, the ECO-SL series includes several NEMA 23 stepper motor and brushless servomotor options. The ECOSL series is designed with many standard features and options that make the design adaptable to specific applications.
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Baumer’s O300 miniature laser sensors allow precise detection of small objects The new O300 miniature laser sensors with IO-Link by Baumer are the specialists for the reliable detection of very small objects and gaps. Thanks to a laser beam which focuses to within 0.1 mm and the high repeat accuracy of 0.1 mm, objects can be positioned with high precision and follow-up processes controlled exactly. Thanks to the extremely short response time of less than 0.1 ms, the sensor reliably detects even closely spaced objects, thus allowing fast processes and high throughput rates. A big advantage is the exact alignment of the
laser beam to the fixing holes by design (qTarget). Thanks to qTarget, detection with pinpoint accuracy can be guaranteed over the entire series. The wear free teach-in method (qTeach) allows easy, user-friendly commissioning of the laser sensor. The weak point of the pushbutton or
potentiometer is ruled out with the tamper-resistant teach-in method qTeach, thus offering maximum reliability and system availability. The O300 laser product portfolio impresses with its great diversity, offering tailor-made solutions for precise detection tasks. Among the five sensor principles to choose from, SmartReflect, the original light barrier without a reflector, must be highlighted. Even reflecting objects with a size of 0.5 mm can be reliably detected within a sensing distance of 250 mm. Stainless steel variants in a rugged washdown and hygienic
design extend the typical applications of the O300 laser sensors for packaging plants in the food and pharmaceutical industries. Thanks to IO-Link integration, the O300 laser sensors are “Ready for Industry 4.0”. IO-Link allows the quick and easy configuration of sensors for all applications using standard network components. In addition, available additional data, e.g. for predictive maintenance processes, can be evaluated. For more information Web: www.baumer.com
BOGE continuous improvement programme (CIP) is among the best once again BOGE is a finalist in the energy efficiency prize PERPETUUM 2018 of the Germany company initiative for energy efficiency (DENEFF). The family-run company based in Bielefeld was selected as one of the ten best contenders among a number of applications for the renowned award. At the DENEFF annual kick-off conference on 20 February 2018, the compressed air specialist entered its continuous improvement programme in the contest. BOGE is replacing traditional maintenance by continuously optimising machinery and is thereby shrinking the cost of compressed air. “That we made it to the final shows us once again that we are hitting the mark with compressed air users”, says Wolf D. MeierScheuven, managing partner at BOGE. The compressed air specialist qualified for the PERPETUUM 2018 energy efficiency prize alongside nine other companies. In a so-called “elevator pitch”, Aljoscha Schlosser,
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Digital Innovation Manager at BOGE, competed against the other nominated energy-saving solutions with BOGE CIP. The objective was to convince the jury and the audience. In November 2017, the continuous improvement programme was awarded the “Diamond Star” prize by the business newspaper “Handelsblatt”. “We are not standing on the winners’ podium this time but we have received a great deal of positive feedback on the BOGE. This encourages us to continue with our development from machine builder to compressed air service provider”, emphasises Wolf D. Meier-Scheuven. The continuous improvement programme is setting new standards for customer focus and compressed air efficiency. BOGE identifies energy-saving potential via ongoing data analysis of compressed air technology. The system is therefore continuously further developed to be specific to the customer. In this way the
compressed air system does not become obsolete but increasingly more energyefficient in use. Cost-intensive maintenance is a thing of the past. A revolutionary concept such as BOGE CIP requires machine design that is equally innovative. This requirement is fulfilled by BOGE HST high speed turbo technology. The modular design and the compact lowmaintenance construction enable hardware to be changed in the shortest time possible. For more information Web: www.boge.com/en
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ESI showcases engineering solutions for smart factories ESI Group has announced its presence at the 1st edition of Global Industrie tradeshow, in Paris. Under the high Patronage of Mr. Emmanuel Macron, President of France, this event will gather key actors in the industry transformation ecosystem around a common vision for the Smart Factory. ESI will demonstrate to international participants how its disruptive solutions for manufacturers enable the technological leap towards Industry 4.0. This large-scale European event, bringing together 4 different tradeshows, marks a major milestone for the Industry of the Future program in France. ESI is proud to attend the 1st edition of Global Industrie and
to reassert its commitment to support the greatly disruptive industrial transformation. At booth 4L32, ESI will be located near its partner, the Industry of the Future Alliance (“Alliance Industrie du Futur”), whose role is to assist French companies in transforming and modernizing their industry using digital technologies. ESI will demonstrate how its Virtual Prototyping solutions empower manufacturing companies to introduce innovative products, processes and materials – while respecting the constraints of safety regulations, weight reduction targets, timing, and cost. Combining Virtual Prototyping with system modeling and artificial intelligence technologies, Smart Vir-
tual Prototyping creates the possibility to merge physical-based design, data-driven intelligence, and decision systems. ESI has recently introduced the concept of Hybrid Twin, which provides a methodology that will enable plant operations managers to leverage the data they collect from their manufacturing plants and thereby boost their production performance, reduce scrap rates, and improve manufacturing quality, while reducing down-time and energy consumption. In the field of Metallic Additive Manufacturing, ESI will present its manufacturing and engineering solutions that enable cost-effective production and help anticipate material performance
requirements for certification and qualification. “For Assystem Technologies, it is fundamental to foster the use of digital design and simulation tools in factories today. This revolution reduces development cycle times and strengthens technological choices. By using ESI’s immersive 3D solution IC.IDO, supporting collaboration between remote sites, we’re able to meet ergonomic requirements for assembly processes,” says Soffien Gardoud, Vitrolles Branch Director at Assystem Technologies. Visitors will experience this custom-tailored IC.IDO demo with Head Mounted Displays. www.esi-group.com/press
Godrej Aerospace launches CoE for Aerospace sector Godrej Aerospace, a unit of Godrej & Boyce Mfg. Co. Ltd., inaugurated its Center of Excellence (CoE) located in Mumbai. This world-class facility further enhances Godrej’s manufacturing capabilities in aero engine industry. Recognizing Godrej’s technical expertise, Rolls-Royce had recently expanded its partnership and awarded contracts worth INR 2000 million (USD 30 million) spread over next five years. The contract is for manufacturing products like Unison Rings, Complex Fabrication and external brackets commodities which once in manufacturing, will result in shipment of 600 different parts spread across various Rolls-Royce Civil Aero-
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space Engine portfolio. The newly inaugurated CoE will be one of the best aerospace facilities in India for manufacturing of aerospace brackets. This facility’s metallurgy capability includes inconel, stainless steel and titanium. It will commence manufacturing in bulk to prove the production readiness within the next two-three months. With an investment of INR 500 million towards this facility, Godrej Aerospace opens itself to a global market size in excess of INR 15000 million. Emphasizing upon the importance of this partnership and the new CoE, Mr. Jamshyd Godrej, Chairman and Managing Director, Godrej & Boyce stated, “Godrej has
been a pioneer in developing advanced capabilities in Aerospace Manufacturing in the country and has very ably served the domestic programme for close to three decades. We have an integrated facility meeting diverse demanding requirements of Fabrication, Machining, Assembly and Testing with all associated capabilities for special processes for making precision components and assemblies for Aerospace applications. In line with our vision to expand our foot print and partner with global majors we have established this center of Excellence. I am confident that this will strengthen and deepen our wonderful partnership
with Rolls Royce and establish Godrej as their preferred partner.” Kishore Jayaraman, President, India and South Asia, RollsRoyce, added, “The expansion of partnership with Godrej & Boyce for manufacturing of aero engine components showcases our commitment to developing an aerospace ecosystem in the country. We are constantly developing and rationalising strategic partnerships across our supply chain. With the expansion of this partnership with Godrej & Boyce, our focus will be to meet our customers’ strategic requirements in quality, cost and delivery.” For more information Web: www.firstpartners.in
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FARO introduces VR-Enabled FARO ZONE 3D 2018
FARO the world’s most trusted source for 3D measurement and imaging solutions for factory metrology and public safety forensics,announces the availability of the next generation of the FARO Zone 3D software platform, FARO Zone 3D 2018. The FARO Zone 3D platform is specifically designed to enable investigators and security professionals to enhance the quality of site and evidence capture, documentation, reconstruction, and analysis, for crime, crash, fire, and security applications. FARO Zone 3D 2018 is the first VR-enabled software solution for law enforcement and forensics professionals that
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provides a comprehensive platform for documenting, analyzing, and reconstructing scenes that includes powerful forensic analysis, 3D diagramming and animation tools. Additionally, with integratedvirtual reality, FARO Zone 3D 2018 enables a completely immersive firstperson environment. Users can now revisit and walk through the scene, analyze the events leading up to the scene and create full animated reconstructions of the scene just as if they were there when it happened. Users can build a repository of training scenarios by turning every scene into a real-world training
environment. Users can create stunning diagrams and animations with new smoke, fire, and explosion animations, shadows, moving wheels, and trailer articulation. Users can create dynamic videos with Total View,a unique presentation tool for flythroughs and walk-throughs of scenes that are ideal for courtroom presentations, classroom training, and security debriefings. They can also dramatically increase productivity with the enhanced Blood Spatter Analysis Smart Tool that detects edges of blood droplets and automatically creates trajectory lines through FARO Zone 3D’s artificial
intelligence engine. Users can also easily share 2D, 3D, and 3D point cloud scenes and videos in the courtroom, across the street, or around the world with the new free, stand-alone, FARO Zone Viewer application. “FARO Zone 3D represents another step forward in our focus to create complete solutions for investigators in the crime, crash, fire, and security markets,” stated Jeff Ruiz, Vice President Public Safety Forensics. “Integrated virtual reality makes investigators’ analysis more powerful, more persuasive and more real than ever.” For more information Web: www.faro.com
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Rolls-Royce Power Systems & Force Motors signs JV
Rolls-Royce Power Systems and Pune-based vehicle manufacturer Force Motors signed an agreement on a Joint Venture in which Force Motorswill hold a 51% and Rolls-Royce Power Systems a 49% stake. Thenew joint venture will be named ‘Force MTU Power Systems Pvt. Ltd.’and is to produce MTU’s renowned 10 and 12-cylinderSeries 1600 units withpower outputs from 545 to 1050HP (400to 800 KWm). Series 1600 engines are
particularly suitable for power generation and railunderfloor applications. Besides manufacturing Series 1600 units, the JV will also build Series 1600generator sets for the Indian and global markets. Generator sets built and supplied by the JVtocustomers in India, Nepal and Sri Lankawill carry the ‘Force –MTU’brand while those destined for therest of the world willbe sold under the name ‘MTU Onsite Energy’. The
engines will continue to have the brand MTU. Overall, the parties are investing more than 40 million euros (300 Rs Crores) in the JVin proportion to their respective stakes. To meet RollsRoyce Power System’s exacting standards, the JV is to build a state-of-the-art, dedicated manufacturing facility at Chakan near Pune. Andreas Schell, Presidentand CEO of Rolls-Royce Power Systems, said: “This Joint
Venture opensnew opportunities for a bright future with our Series 1600 products. In Force Motors we have found a reliable partner whose excellent production quality is proven by decades of experience inbuilding engines for premium automotive brands. Our joint venture combines the strengths of the two partners: Rolls-Royce Power Systems’ cutting-edge technology in reciprocating off-highway engines and Force Motors’ long-standing experience in topquality manufacturing, with access to the Indian market. Prasan Firodia, Managing Director of Force Motors said, “It’s a matter of great pride and honor for us that Rolls-Royce Power Systems has chosen to partner Force Motors not only for production of engines but also for production and engineering of the whole genset system. I see exciting times ahead, since we are set to play a pivotalrole in bringing to India and making in India cuttingedge, top-of-the-line engines for multiple applications.” For more information Web: www.Rolls-Royce.in
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HHV develops innovative process of coating on plastics
Hind High Vacuum Co. Pvt. Ltd. (HHV),a vacuum science and Technology Company with major clients like HAL, ISRO, BARC, Titan etc, announced that it has indigenously developed an innovative process of coating on plastics to provide Electromagnetic Radiation
Interference (EMI) shielding. This was entirely developed by HHV’s team of scientists at its Bangalore facility as a part of its ongoing ‘Make in India’ initiative. These coatings will find application in the field of Electronics, telecommunications, medical instrumentation, Flat Panel displays, membrane switches, sensors, Aircraft canopies etc. EMI can disrupt electronic devices, equipment and systems that are used in critical applications viz. Medical, military, aerospace, touch screens, navigation to name a few. The causes of EMI include both manmade and natural. Traditionally EMI shielding materials include flexible metal sheets that can fit into the
electronic housing or enclosure. Aluminium, copper and steel are commonly used. Coatings made of metallic inks are also applied to interiors of electronic enclosures to provide EMI shielding. The biggest challenge one faces is when the display panel of the electronic device which is made of plastic or acrylic material has to be made EMI resistant. The metal sheet cannot cover the display panel as it has to be transparent. “HHV scientists have overcome this limitation by developing a process of coating a material which is conducting as well as transparent. The special process uses ion assisted magnetron sputtering technique under a high vacuum” said Prasanth Sakhamuri, Managing
Director of HHV. ITO coatings can be applied by this technique on to flexible substrates such as PET and Kapton which are widely used in scientific research and LCD / OLED manufacturing processes. The ITO coated substrates can further be patterned to create a circuit of required resistance and can be connected to external sources using conductive paints, inks or tapes. ITO coatings on plastics also find applications as low-E windows, which have a high transmission of visible light while reflecting IR radiation. ITO coatings can also be index-matched along with an Antireflection Coating layer in applications such as LCD displays to reduce reflectance at various interfaces.
Toshiba Corporation welcomes Nobuaki Kurumatani as Chairman and CEO Nobuaki Kurumatani recently took office as the first Chairman and CEO of Toshiba Corporation (TOKYO: 6502) to be appointed from outside the company in over 50 years. Commenting on his appointment as Representative Executive Officer and Chairman and CEO, Mr. Kurumatani said, “I am honored to be appointed CEO, and very much aware of the responsibilities I take on. Toshiba is not just any company. Its corporate DNA has realized countless Japanand world-first technologies and products, made Toshiba
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Mr. Nobuaki Kurumatani, Representative Executive Officer & Chairman and CEO a source of pride in Japan for nearly 145 years, and also made us a global leader. “I believe that helping Toshiba back on
its feet is my true calling. I am here at Toshiba to support change and transformation, and I see my role as to build on the company’s resilience and to lead its recovery. To secure growth, we must radically improve our earning power and reinforce our finances. We must move out of our comfort zone and promote fundamental reforms.” Mr. Kurumatani most recently served as President of CVC Asia Pacific Japan (CVC). Before joining CVC in May 2017, he was Deputy President and a Director of Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, one of the
largest financial institutions in Japan, where his career was devoted to corporate planning, public relations and internal auditing. He is a graduate of the University of Tokyo, where he studied Economics. Satoshi Tsunakawa has taken on a new role in Toshiba as Representative Executive Officer and President, and Chief Operations Officer (COO). From today on, Mr. Kurumatani and Mr. Tsunakawa will together execute the management of Toshiba Group.
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HP announces design competition ‘Skyline 2050’ in India HP Inc. has announced Skyline 2050 – a competition by Designjet large format printers for practicing architects & structural engineers based in India. In this competition, HP is inviting entries from industrywide architects based in India to design skyline of any city of their choice for the year 2050. For this contest, participants can submit their designs on www.hp.com/in/en/ Skyline2050 HP Skyline 2050 aims to inspire and empower the architects, designers, innovators and the creators of future by showcasing the power of large format printing. This
form of printing is a best fit for a construction firm or an urban infrastructure organization. HP’s large format printers provide high quality information to users to explore their creative minds as it is mobile and more collaborative. HP large format printers portfolio has ultra-compact, versatile large format printing solutions for architects, engineers and construction teams to seamlessly collaborate onsite and across sites by printing, copying, scanning and sharing plans with a single device. It offers a convenient solution with a range of communications options that
can help increase collaboration. Print, scan, copy, and share drawings, project schedules, renders, presentations, and more.Talking about the design competition, Mr. Devang Karia, Country Manager-Large Format Design, PPS-GSB, HP Inc. India, said, “HP’s large format printers are considered synonymous with exceptional quality, versatility and robustness. It is our endeavor to constantly reinvent our printing portfolio to meet the evolving needs of our customers. With Skyline 2050, we aim to empower the visionary architects to help them unleash their potential and showcase their creativity by
redesigning for a better future of India.” “Architects are instrumental in bringing technological innovation to the construction industry, transforming not only how the buildings are made, but also how they are being designed,” said Puneet Chadha, Director Marketing, Graphics Solutions Business Asia Pacific Japan at HP Inc. “As a leader in large-format printing, HP delivers cutting-edge technology built specifically to help design professionals like architects do their jobs with ease and excellence.” For more information Web: www.hp.com
Igus’ small e-chains ensure safe cable guidance Space-saving, strong and easy to assemble - these are the requirements for many machine components. This is true everywhere from general mechanical engineering to medical technology. To meet these requirements, igus offers the low profile E2.10 e-chain with an inner height of 10 millimetres and the smallest bend radii especially for very small installation spaces. The links of the series consist of only two parts: the bottom / side part and a crossbar. They have a quiet operation, a cable-friendly design and are easy to assemble, thanks to the chain opener. In confined spaces on machines, a safe energy supply with highly dynamic travel of the cables is especially important. To ensure this, the motion plastics specialist igus
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family, only one bottom / side part and one crossbar. This can be opened from the top and from the side easily with a screw driver. With each first order, a simple e-chain opener tool for opening the chain quickly is also included. Thus, the chain can be opened within a few seconds
and, after fitting the cables, easily closed again by hand. The E2.1 series has a robust stopdog for up to 25 percent more unsupported length, 100 percent higher fill weights and at the same time 10 percent less weight than identical igus e-chain types. The “brake” on the stopdog of the links provides very quiet chain running. This means they are great in automatic doors, vehicles or in medical furniture, for example. Lightweight, yet sturdy and strong, the E2.1 series is suitable for a wide range of demanding application scenarios. Therefore, igus has now further expanded the E2.1 product range with three new sizes with 26, 38 and 48 millimetres inner height. For more information Web: www.igus.in
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ACHEMA 2018 : What will the process industry look like in 2025?
What will the process industry look like in 2025? More flexible, more integrated, more biological, experts say. Three focal topics bring “Flexible Production”, “Chemical and pharma logistics” and “Biotech for Chemistry” to the forefront at ACHEMA 2018. Megatrends affect whole industries from equipment to processes to business models. Consequently, they cannot be covered within one exhibition group. ACHEMA answers to this by defining three focal topics that draw attention to developments affecting all stakeholders in the process industry, from lab supplier to pump developer to plant engineer and operator. Thus, aided by markings at the stand to dedicated topical magazines, visitors can get an overview on where the process industry is headed.
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end in itself: “Future chemical production has to react more flexibly – to different raw materials, to a volatile energy supply, and to customer demands for more individualized products”, said Dr. Andreas Förster, Subject Matter Expert Chemistry at DECHEMA e.V.
The focal topic “Flexible Production” at ACHEMA 2018 specifically addresses these aspects: • Modular plants that can be assembled from “plug and play”- components according to the requirements of different processes, production volume or locations • Robust technologies that allow for variations of production volume depending e.g. on energy supply • Automated process control that uses real time measurements to optimize processes “Numerous exhibitors offer relevant products or services”,
said Dr. Marlene Etschmann, responsible for communicating on the focal topics at DECHEMA Ausstellungs-GmbH. Closely related to flexible production are chemical and pharma logistics. These used to be perceived as something happening outside the factory gate, but in times of integrated supply chains they have become a significant factor in production. In some areas like personalized medicine, logistics even become part of the product The third focal topic “Biotech for Chemistry” showcases the integration of chemical and biotechnological methods. They are no longer strictly separated; pragmatically, the method of choice is the one promising the best results. Citric acid, for example, has been produced since the 1920s by purely biotechnological means, for acetic acid, the chemical process is still more competitive. For more information email: omprakash@inorbittours.com Web: www.achema.de/en
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Kaman Measuring announces New Digital Differential Impedance Transducer (DDIT The Measuring Division of Kaman Precision Products, Inc., the world leader in the design and manufacture of high-performanceposition measurement systems, announces the release of a neweddy current measurement system, the Digital Differential Impedance Transducer (DDIT). The DDIT is designed to provide a digital interface for high speed eddy current measurement systems, with resolution in the micro-inch range, at bandwidths as high as 60 kilohertz (kHz). It is ideal for
use in applications for fast steering mirrors, magnetic bearingactive control, shaft vibration, image stabilization, and adaptive optics. Using a standard 9D connector for reading data, power, and control signals, the system operates from a single power supply with a voltage range of 8-28 volts. Kaman’s custom sensors, signal processing, analog to digital converter, and custom calibration system are used to deliver each high precision Digital DIT sensor system. The DDIT is available in three configurations: The Digital System is designed to interface directly to an embeddedcontroller with a master serial peripheral interface (SPI)
bus. The ANA (analog) System provides linear analogvoltage, with a full range output signal of 0-5 VDC with a null positionof 2.5 VDC. The FE System is designed for field-programmable gate array (FPGA) interface for high speedoperation, with data rates as high as 128kHz, 48 bits of data,60kHz bandwidth, and no internal firmware. Kaman sensors are designed and tuned for specific applications.The DDIT system utilizes two matched sensor pairs for optimumoperation for each channel.The input signals are filtered and scaled to provide optimumoperation, remove commonmode noise,
and provide a drivesignal. The signal processing also provides digital filtering as partof the signal conditioning to reduce signal noise. Kaman’s Digital DIT system samples data at 8 times the data rate.The oversampling provides higher resolution at the defined datarate. This results in signal resolution that is eight times better than a system sampling at the Nyquist rate. For more information Web: www.kamansensors.com
Renishaw presents world leading metal 3D printing systems optimized for manufacturing of dental devices Global engineering and healthcare technologies company, Renishaw, is attending LMT LABDAY, the largest dental laboratory event in North America. Renishaw will be exhibiting its world-leading metal additive manufacturing (AM) systems for the production of crowns and bridges and removable partial dentures (RPDs). Optimised for healthcare, Renishaw’s AM systems use metal powder bed fusion to build complex dental frameworks from 3D computer-aided designs (CAD). The introduction of metal AM systems into the dental manufacturing process completes the digital workflow, bridging the gap in sophistication between
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advanced dental scanning technology and traditional casting techniques. “Renishaw is selling more than just machines, we are selling a digital process that is more efficient than traditional manufacturing methods, with more reliable results,” says Renishaw’s Chris Dimery, Sales Manager for medical AM solutions. Dental CAD files can be prepared for additive manufacturing using QuantAM Dental, Renishaw’s dedicated dental build preparation software. QuantAM Dental allows you to import, automatically orientate, heal, support, and review dental CAD files in preparation for manufacture. The software even adds identification tags to be
3D printed with the framework, making sure you never lose track. Conversion to a digital workflow can bring benefits to both process and product. Working with Renishaw’s AM systems removes labour intensive steps from the process, saving time and increasing productivity. Moving away from traditional casting equipment improves working conditions and can lower manufacturing costs. The resulting products demonstrate consistently good quality, with measurably improved mechanical characteristics compared to casting. The LMT LABDAY will be held at the Hyatt Regency, Chicago, from February 23rd-24th.
The event is expected to host over 260 exhibitors and 3,700 laboratory owners, managers and technicians from 44 countries. To find out more about Renishaw’s AM systems for dental manufacturing, visit the Renishaw sales team on booth C-66 or visit www.renishaw. com/lmtlabday2018. Web: www.renishaw.com
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LANXESS contributes towards greener tomorrow LANXESS India Private Limited, the Indian subsidiary of theEuro 7.7 billion specialty chemical giant LANXESS AG with its significant investments in manufacturing facilities in Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh, has redefined benchmarks by walking on the path of developing a sustainable environment through investing in various sustainability measures and Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives. The German entity operates in 25 countries which is known for development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives, specialty chemicals and plastics. The company is currently represented at 74 production sites worldwide.
In India, manufacturing units of LANXESS are located in Nagda in Madhya Pradesh and Jhagadia in Gujarat. As LANXESS India sees it, conserving natural resources through the most efficient use of raw materials and energies is an inherent part of company’s ecological responsibility. The company frames its sustainable practices under the umbrella of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). LANXESS takes purposeful efforts and believes in the overall growth and development of the surroundings which has given the company an inherent image of a good corporate citizen and has also been appreciated by Indian Chemical Council (ICC) through various
awards such as Water resource management award in 2009 and 2013, Excellence in Management of Health, Safety and Environment in 2012, Efficient Waste Management Award and Best Responsible Care Committed Company for the year awards in 2015.LANXESS India was also presented “The Green Excellence Award” by Frost and Sullivan, a global analyst and research firm as a part of their 2010 India Excellence in Chemicals, Materials and Food Awards. The emphasis of LANXESS on global and local compliance, development of environmentally friendly products and processes as well as its efforts to contribute to the community in every region of its operation have
proven as the determinants for this recognition. The company is significantly investing in sustainability projects in Nagda. With the start of its co-generation plant, LANXESS is able to meet most of its energy demand at its Nagda site. The cogeneration plant which is fueled by biomassfuel utilizes soya husk residue tomeet most of the power and steam requirements of the business unit Advanced Industrial Intermediates (AII) plant of LANXESS at the site.
Mastercam’s Wildest Parts Competition Gets a Boost It’s that time of year again – time to think about entering Mastercam’s Wildest Parts competition. This year, Mastercam is offering two different competitions open to any current student, team of students, or instructor programming with Mastercam to participate in. Students worldwide can enter their “wildest” part made in school this year to Mastercam’s Wildest Parts Competition and get a chance to win $1000 and other prizes. The Wildest Parts Competition is an annual contest, sponsored by CNC Software, Inc. — developers of Mastercam® —where students can submit any part they cut
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during the school year. Last year, the winning students were Grayson Weber from Capital High School in Helena, Montana who made a survival multitool and Christian Ziruk from Washington State University in Pullman, Washington who made a deep sea AUV camera enclosure. “We look for high quality,
original parts that haven’t been made before, or parts that are familiar yet feature a unique, new design. We like eye-catching designs that would look nice on a display, because we do show them off at educational trade shows,” says Michelle Nemeth, Marketing Specialist at CNC Software. “We’re always impressive by how innovative students can
be with Mastercam, and we encourage students to really think beyond the norm. They may create something specifically to enter into the competition — or have already made something in school that would qualify.” The deadline for entries is June 30, 2018. Rules and entry form can be found at https:// www.mastercam.com/en-us/ Competitions/WildestParts.
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NI Technology helps Subaru Reduce test development times by 90 % NI recently announced that major automotive manufacturers like Subaru are using NI hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) technology to simulate actual road conditions for electric vehicle testing, eliminating environmental factors to reduce test time and costs. Traditionally, engineers have conducted vehicle tests using finished cars on test courses or public roads to check the vehicle’s performance and safety response. However, certain limitations, such as weather and fluctuating road surface conditions, can make it difficult to conduct reproducible tests on roads in a timely manner. Moreover, electric vehicles are extremely complex due to their many subsystems, which are all
interdependent on each other. This complexity makes the job challenging for automotive test engineers with short development cycles and pressure to limit costs. To combat these issues, Subaru replaced the roads in the validation tests with a NI HIL simulation solution built on NI PXI products and LabVIEW software. With the HIL system, Subaru can eliminate environmental factors and thoroughly and efficiently test a vehicle’s embedded controller in a virtual environment before running real-world diagnostics on the complete system. “By using NI PXI products and LabVIEW, we were able to completely implement a customized HIL system in just
one to two weeks and develop our software in-house,” said Daisuke Umiguchi, Electrified Power Unit Research and Experiment Dept., Subaru Corporation. “This helped us keep product purchasing costs to around one-third of the cost of adopting solutions from other companies, and, because of our familiarity with LabVIEW, keep our software development costs to around one-sixth of the cost of commissioning an outside developer.” Subaru further outfitted its vehicle test solution with a controller-driven dynamometer by HORIBA and CarSim vehicle dynamics simulation software deployed by Virtual Mechanics. Together, they produce load conditions equivalent to those
generated on actual roads. This driving system transmits the calculated values to the NI HIL system in real time to create closed-loop control between the models on the HIL system and the driving system. As a result, the HIL interaction system can apply the appropriate load to the vehicle throughout the tests. Subaru plans to use this test system at the final stages of development for electric vehicles as a final quality check, and eventually expand its use for all car types. By adopting this system, Subaru anticipates reducing labor hours by half compared to conventional methods. For more informatio Web: www.ni.com
Numeric becomes 1st UPS manufacturer to get BIS registration for 6-10 kVA range Numeric, the leading UPS manufacturer and power quality solution provider in India becomes the first UPS manufacturer in the country to comply with Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) registration for 6 - 10 KVA range. The UPS product offerings by Numeric already conform to the international standard-CE. According to the order issued on November 7, 2014,Electronics and Information Technology Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) it is now mandatory for registration
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of lesser than equal to 10 kVA rating UPS systems as per phase 3 order. As per a government order dated- August 17, 2017, Numeric UPS rating 6-10kVA were covered in the BIS compulsory registration scheme. Speaking on this milestone, Palash Nandy, Chief Executive Officer, Numeric said, “We are extremely happy to announce that Numeric is the first UPS manufacturer in India to register with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) in the 6-10KVA of UPS range. UPS has remained a key element in any electrical infrastructure-be it
SOHO, Retail, Manufacturing, Health Care, Datacenters, IT/ ITES, BFSI, Hotels etc. and our endeavor is to ensure that our customers get best in class products and services that are compliant with the highest quality standards.”He further added, “The key consideration in choosing the backup solution like UPS is reliability and efficiency and we at Numeric ensure both of these to our customers.” The company is ISO 9001: 2008, ISO 14001:2004 and SA 8000:2008 OHSAS 18001:2007 certified and is known for its
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Safexpress launches its 33rd ultra-modern Logistics Park in Hubli Safexpress, India’s largest supply chain & logistics company, has launched its ultra-modern Logistics Park in Hubli. This top-notch facility is strategically located on National Highway 4, which is connected to Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru and Chennai. This Logistics Park will foster economic growth in the Karnataka region. On this occasion, senior dignitaries from Safexpress were present to launch the Safexpress Logistics Park at Hubli. These included Mr. Rubal Jain, Managing Director, Safexpress, Mr. Vineet Kanaujia, Vice President – Marketing, Mr. S.K Jain, Chief of Administration and Mr. PS Narayan, Regional Manager – Karnataka. Speaking at the launch ceremony, Mr Rubal Jain, Managing Director, Safexpress said, “Hubli is one of the most rapidly growing cities of India. Hubli is the commercial centre and business hub of the North Karnataka region. Hubli also houses the largest number of government offices other than Bengaluru. In 2016, HubliDharwad twin cities were selected for solar city/green city master plans. Recently, Hubli was also selected for a smart city project. “ Mr. Jain elaborated, “Over the years, Hubli has flourished economically. It has a wide cluster of industries and has more than a lakh small & medium enterprises. However, despite having the presence of many small & medium enterprises, Hubli does not have adequate warehousing and Logistics infrastructure. Safexpress Logistics Park at
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Hubli will help in bridging these infrastructure gaps. It will also allow us to provide clients with the latest transhipment as well as 3PL services. With the development of Hubli Logistics Park, we will be able to further boost our leadership position in the supply chain & logistics industry.” Explaining about how this Logistics Park will enable economic growth in the Karnataka region, Mr. Rubal Jain said, “We have made a significant investment to set up this state-ofthe-art Logistics infrastructure in Hubli. The development of Safexpress Logistics Park in Hubli has been done on a land area of over 30,000 square feet. This Logistics Park is enabled with state-of-the-art transhipment and 3PL facilities. This will boost the industrial growth of this region. Supply chain & Logistics has a very crucial role to play in the development of numerous industries spread all over Karnataka. Keeping this in mind, Safexpress has developed this supply chain & logistics infrastructure in Hubli. The Logistics Park is strategically located, and acts as a nodal point
for supply chain & logistics across Karnataka. Safexpress Logistics Park at Hubli will help greatly in minimising the infrastructure gaps and serve the supply chain & logistics requirements of the entire Karnataka region.” Mr. Jain remarked, “The Logistics Park enables loading & unloading of over 20 vehicles simultaneously, which ensures smooth and uninterrupted movement of goods. Operations at the Logistics Park are highly streamlined, which ensures the country’s fastest transittime from Hubli to over 620 destinations across India. The Logistics Park has a columnless span of over 157 feet, which facilitates uninterrupted movement of goods within the facility. To enable all-weather loading & unloading of goods, the facility is equipped with a 16 feet wide Cantilever Shed. The Logistics Park has state-of-the-
art firefighting equipment and trained manpower to deal with any emergencies.” Speaking about the USP of the Logistics Park, Mr. Jain said,” This facility is a perfect mix of nature-friendly initiatives and technology. Safexpress has taken special environment-friendly initiatives at the Logistics Park by investing in rainwater harvesting system, developing a special green zone and using natural sunlight during the daytime to conserve energy. We have developed robust IT systems to increase operational efficiencies and inventory visibility. Located strategically on National Highway 4, the Logistics Park fulfils the warehousing needs of companies located in and around Karnataka.” Mr. Rubal Jain concluded by saying, “In this GST era, more and more companies are adopting newer business and supply chain models. We at Safexpress, offer our clients pathbreaking innovations alongside customised services. Safexpress is leading the GST revolution and is helping innumerable companies in enhancing their business growth faster than ever. Most companies are now choosing to outsource their supply chain & logistics needs to a 100% GST compliant 3PL service provider like Safexpress, while keeping their own warehousing and hub infrastructure to minimal levels. Across India, Safexpress is presently creating 7 more Logistics Parks, which are in various stages of development at the moment.”
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Riding on IOT wave Q. As a leading player, please shed light on the key technological trends and innovation you have been witnessing in the connection & transmission industry in India. ? Miniaturization, Modularization, Identification, Integration & Customization are the key technological trends & it is with a lot of pride I share that HARTING is already a trend setter in this regard. We are witnessing more compact and complex machines, thanks to technological innovation, as they evolve towards Integrated Industry. Software has long been an integral part of this functionality. We have also been privy to more efficient, more modularized and more versatile production processes, as they take on the tailored production of customized products. Modularisation is one of the basic requirements for Integrated Industry and for changes brought about by smart factories. Smart factories signify a shift from one-time commissioning and rigid structures and involve more stable facility configurations. Identification is the key for creating necessary transparency of production and logistics processes. It enables direct communication, as smart objects, between the machines and the product being manufactured. Digitalisation is, therefore, an essential condition and driver of Integrated Industry in that it ensures holistic networking of business processes.
Q. What is your total market share? Which key sectors do you cater to? The HARTING Technology Group is a leading global supplier of industrial connectivity technology for the three lifelines – Data, Signal and Power. HARTING products mainly cater to ‘Transportation’, ‘Wind, Power distribution & Transmission, Machinery & Robotics & Industrial automation.
Q. How do you perceive India as a market? Comment on the challenges & opportunities in your segment? Our company perceives India as a very complex market, and yet is extremely attractive,keeping in mind it’s current, evolving transformation. The Indian market enjoys unique characteristics, such as high quality products at reasonable prices. A successful, strong foothold in this market can be achieved only with perseverance. Also, we understand that only those companies, who are in for a long haul, will be successful here. Let’s be honest:India is not China!
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As a country, our strength lies in medium volume production, high degree of customization, great capacity to absorb new technology and an open culture. We need to simply innovate more, focus on high technology & develop local talent by improving our education system. The industry should secure a consistent, high level of quality of their products, for domestic and global markets. We need to bring
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Mr Girish Rao , CEO & Managing Director HARTING India Pvt. Ltd.
high level of automation in our manufacturing sector, to obtain increased output with high quality standards. Therefore, operational and procedural impediments should be done away with, and we must accept that good products will come at a cost. We are only discussing Industry 4.0, IOT & AI, however, we need to go a long way to actually enjoy their full potential. We are at the threshold of great opportunities, especially for
businesses on digital platforms or are awaiting to be on them.
Q. Tell us about your new product line and Indiaspecific products.? HARTING is fully geared up to take on Industrial IOT & has come up with future- ready and innovative products such as Modular Industry Computing Architecture (MICA) , HanÂŽ M23
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Power Circular Connector, Current Transformer, Han- Eco® Modular Snap, Han® ES Press, M12 Magnetics etc,
Q. What would you describe as Harting India’s value differentiator? How do you stand out from the competition? HARTING is setting trends. Developing technologies. Securing quality. For us, Quality is translated into benefits, value for money and punctuality to our customers. Therefore, HARTING quality is a holistic concept that includes all internal and external activities of the company. It allows us to customize our processes as per the actual requirements of the market. This philosophy supports us to create relevant and effective solutions through high quality performance and constant innovation – this is our key strength & primary differentiator.
Q. Industry 4.0 has taken the manufacturing industry by storm. Could you elaborate on Harting’s focus and strategy for Industry 4.0? The HARTING Technology Group is an active contributor towards evolution to Integrated Industry. We are pioneers in driving and partnering for Industry 4.0. Solutions and components for Integrated Industry, through demonstrations and testing in our own smart factory. Our team is well versed with functionality of a smart factory, as well as provide their expertise to create solutions for the Integrated Industry. HARTING MICA fulfills a key function in digitalization. As an edge device, it is located exactly at the system boundary where production data
is generated. With MICA, this data is digitised and transported, with smart connectivity, to the cloud, where, that data is used as valuable information for services, such as energy management or predictive maintenance Intelligent connectors that can integrate more electronics, are key components of an Integrated Industry & with its connector portfolio, components and solutions, HARTING is predestined to digitize industrial manufacturing, service and maintenance functions.
Q. Please update us about your manufacturing facilities and R&D activities. According to you, how important is the role of R&D in an organization’s success? HARTING is a globally successful company. We concentrate on the growth markets and make an effort to be present there for our customers. The challenge particularly is to ensure the high quality level of HARTING products across countries and cultures and, at the same time, to be able to meet local needs and quality standards. HARTING Technology group has 44 subsidiaries & 13 production plants across the globe which includes our manufacturing facility at Chennai, India. In our “New Technologies” department, we work daily to grow our leading technologies. Above all, we increase the speed and reliability of product development and therefore ensure maximum benefits for the customers: this is due to a combination of our innovative approach and ground-up trials under close to practical conditions in the HARTING laboratories. The “New Technologies” department is rounded off by its many collaboration projects with universities and research establishments. The Corporate Technology Services (CTS) department of HARTING inspects the products to ensure their quality as an independent service provider for the entire HARTING Technology Group.This laboratory is accredited to DIN EN ISO/ IEC 17025 for the testing of electro-mechanical components, electronic and fibre-optic transmission systems, geometries and material properties, in addition to EMC testing for CE-mark certification. Finally, it all culminates in to Quality & “Quality is more than just a characteristic. Above all, it is an uncompromising stance. This stance is something we apply in all aspects of our quality understanding, from reliability to future-proofing.”
Q. What kind of growth prospects do you foresee in the future in the Indian market? We perceive the Indian market to be booming with possibilities. The Indian government seeks to take keen interest in investing heavily in our core areas of expertise such as Rail, Energy, Renewables and Infrastructure, thereby creating a foreseeable demand for our products & services. HARTING India has enjoyed 36%CAGR in last 5 years & we are hopeful to witness similar trend to achieve our vision for 2020 – to deliver outstanding results for our shareholders. We are thankful for complete and unconditional support from our HQ in Germany, to invest in India & become a local partner to our customers in their quest for ‘German quality at Indian cost’. APRIL 2018 | www.engrreview.com
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“The Wire & Cable Business is one of our Core Markets” Sikora AG, a German company with operations in India, is a manufacturer and supplier of online measuring, control, inspection and sorting technology for the wire, cable, hose, tube, optical fiber and plastics industry. The company has traditionally been strong in the power cable market with its X-ray devices for measuring all the three cable layers at CV lines for more than 20 years. It has also been at the cutting-edge of innovation with the introduction of several new products in recent years. Excerpts from an interview by Huned Contractor with Harry Prunk, Executive Board, Sikora AG, ahead of the company’s participation at Wire 2018 to be held at Dusseldorf this year Q. How important is this exhibition to Sikora?
Mr. Harry Prunk, Executive Board, Sikora AG
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Every other year, all the stakeholders of the wire and cable industry meet in Düsseldorf. Manufacturers, processors, suppliers and providers use this week to discuss technologies, projects and trends of the industry. Sikora has been participating in the exhibition since 1976, and even today, the wire and cable business is one of our core markets. Therefore, this show is for us the most important trade fair. In Düsseldorf, we have the opportunity to meet many customers in a short period of time. Furthermore, many friendships have developed with our partners through the years. Thus, I am not only looking forward to interesting discussions about Sikora technologies, but also to seeing friends. This year, there will be a lot that visitors to our booth will have to look forward to. They can definitely expect many innovative measuring, control, inspection, analysis and sorting systems that further optimize production processes. Modern laser and X-ray technologies measure precisely and reliably product parameters such as diameter, ovality, wall thickness and concentricity. In addition, our product portfolio comprises spark testers for the detection of insulation faults, lump detectors for the detection of faults on the product surface, capacity measuring systems as well as devices for reliable conductor preheating and temperature
measurement and control. In addition, visitors will get to know our sophisticated systems for quality assurance of optical fibers in the drawing tower.
Q. At Sikora, what does Industry 4.0 mean and what are the benefits for the customer? Industry 4.0 means the intelligent connection of humans, technologies and processes. Thus, production lines can be operated more flexibly and efficiently and the quality of products can be increased. Electrification is growing worldwide and hence, the need for cables. Simultaneously, the requirements of our customers concerning measuring technologies have become more diverse. Whereas in the past a classic quality control, meaning the measurement of product parameters online as well as data transfer and diagnosis, were sufficient, nowadays the demands on technologies are more comprehensive. Customers want to intervene in the process early and control it permanently. This is realised by an automatic control of the production line and in line with Industry 4.0. The customer is provided with relevant information via the Sikora processor systems or directly by the measuring systems. Furthermore, our devices have an optional OPC UA interface that enables the transfer of data within all IT systems. With Sikora systems, our customers receive smart technologies of
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the future to deliver highest quality and make production lines more efficient.
Q. Could you describe Sikora’s India operations? In 2004 the power cable sector started to grow in India with a number of CV being installed. This led Sikora to start their operations in India, initially as a representative office. The first X-ray device was installed in 2005. In addition to the X-ray systems, Sikora’s gauges for diameter measurement gained quick acceptance from the industry. In 2007, the company started to offer service and support in addition to sales from India. As a result, a wholly owned Indian subsidiary was set up with its head office in New Delhi. An additional regional office was opened in 2012 in Thane to support western and southern India customers. Today, Sikora India is a sales and support centre for all of the company’s activities in India.
Q. Which are the industrial sectors and clients that Sikora caters to in India? Especially popular in the Indian market are our technologies for the automotive, building, and energy cable sector. Among others, I also expect great potential for the optical fiber market in India. In 2012, we successfully launched a series of measuring and control technologies for use in drawing towers. The FIBER Series 6000 comprises devices for diameter measurement of the uncoated and coated optical fibers. Depending on the position of the devices in the drawing tower, this series provides information about the position, vibration frequency, tension and spinning of the optical fiber. Also interesting is the detection of airlines in the optical fiber, as well as our new devices for measuring the temperature and concentricity of the optical fiber as well as for 6-axis lump detection. With our Purity Scanner we provide customers in the cable and the plastic industries with an innovative system for inspection and sorting of
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plastic pellets to assure highest material purity.
Q. What are the new products introduced by Sikora to the India market? I have already talked about our Purity Scanner. The system is the outcome of a co-development with Maillefer and is used for the inspection and sorting of XLPE pellets; for example, for the the insulation of MV, HV and EHV cables. The device detects and sorts out contaminated pellets so that only clean pellets are used for the extrusion process. The system combines X-ray technology with an optical system. This allows the detection of metallic and organic impurities down to a size of 50 μm in the pellet itself and on its surface. Due to the specially developed X-ray technology, the Purity Scanner inspects transparent and coloured (e.g. black) pellets as well as semi-conductive XLPE material for impurities and sorts them out automatically. It is an innovative concept which acknowledges the trend for highest
quality. Another technological highlight is the Wire Temp 6000, a system for continuous measurement of the conductor temperature. It was initially developed as part of the Sikora conductor pre-heating and control system, PREHEATER 6000 TC and is now available as an independent online measuring device. The system measures the temperature of metallic as well as the surface temperature of insulated conductors continuously on a non-contact basis. It is designed for diameters from 0.3 to 5 mm, alternatively from 3 to 50 mm. The system is laid-out for product temperatures up to 150°C and optionally up to 250°C. The measurement of the temperature is independent of the crosssection, the material, and the structure of the conductor surface. A great advantage over conventional systems is that the temperature is measured by means of a non-contact thermal image sensor in an infrared camera, which detects the conductor reliably and provides accurate measurements with no need for calibration. The precise measuring and control of the conductor temperature is the basis for high-quality cable production.
Q. Does India also serve as an export hub for neighbouring countries? Sikora India is also responsible for the service support of customers in Southeast Asia besides the Indian subcontinent. Sometimes our service engineers also travel to Japan and Korea for supporting our customers over there.
Q. Does the company plan to set up a manufacturing plant in India? Our devices are exclusively manufactured at our headquarters in Bremen, Germany. There we have a strong research and development department to develop or further develop technologies specifically tailored to our customers’ needs.
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Q. What impact has the new government had on sales? Is the wire and cable sector opening up? Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Make in India’ campaign endeavors towards reviving the Indian economy. This has created positive sentiments within the nation and also internationally. Increased government expenditure on telecom infrastructure and projects like NOFN and broadband highway will surely propel the demand for telecom cables. Other projects like NFS by the defense sector and 4G roll out could fuel the demand as well. The market for building and automotive wires is supposed to remain stable as well. For these applications we offer innovative technologies for quality assurance.
Q. Do you foresee a requirement for custom-made machines by Sikora, especially designed for the India market? Globally, cable extrusion lines are more or less similar. We tailor our systems to the conditions of the production line and the customer’s needs: This does not only apply to Indian but to all of our customers.
Q. What are the marketing strategies that Sikora has planned
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for the next one year for the India market? We see that customers are looking for technical solutions for various applications and that they want to stand out from their competitors due to the quality of their products. We offer innovative products according to these needs. Therefore, customer proximity is very important to us. Being close to the customer is the precondition to support him optimally. As such, we will further increase our visits to customers, especially to the south of India. Generally, all our customers can always expect innovative technical solutions as well quick and competent support from Sikora at any time.
Q. Do you foresee any new sectors that may offer scope for marketing Sikora’s products in India? Purity of the material is a major issue for plastic manufacturers which provide applications, for example in medical, automotive or other industrial sectors. With the Purity Scanner mentioned earlier, Sikora offers a unique solution for 100 per cent inspection and sorting of plastic pellets, ensuring that only pure material gets into the production process. We see great potential in this market.
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“Our focus is technologically advanced engineering solutions” The success of RSB Transmissions (India) Limited in the production of propeller shafts, steering systems and components, transmission components and assembly, other automotive components, etc. as well as construction equipment aggregates lies in the fact that it pays special attention to engineering fundamentals through an associate company that singularly focuses on this aspect. In this interview with Huned Contractor, the company’s Executive Director-Business Development and Strategy Nishit Behera elaborates about the journey of the company and its future strategies
Nishit Behera - Executive DirectorBusiness Development and Strategy RSB Transmissions (India) Limited
Q. Could you provide a history of the company and its journey up to 2018? In 1975, two bubbling young entrepreneurs from Jamshedpur, from humble middle-class background, plunged into the hurly-burly world of business with a passion and dedication to do something different and to traverse a different path. They knew not the contours of the path, but were confident that the ultimate destination would be success. For them, ‘dreams were responsibilities’. The brother entrepreneurs are Rabindra Kumar Behera and Suvendra Kumar Behera, fondly known as RK and SK respectively. RK had just chucked the security of a job with Bokaro Steel after graduating as a mechanical engineer from NIT, Jamshedpur and SK was pursuing his commerce edu-
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cation. They ventured with little finance – mere Rs 15,000 – borrowed from their father, but with lots of family support and moral and human values imbibed from parents. Growing up in Jamshedpur in the midst of the successful TATA Industries and its value system, the brothers were deeply influenced and inspired by the entrepreneurship of the Tata family and their ethical values to people, society and the environment. This upbringing echoes in all that they have accomplished so far and all that they dream to create. The brothers then established International Auto Products, a sole proprietorship company, and the operations commenced in 1975. R K Behera, the founder and current CMD of RSB Transmissions (I) Ltd., along with his brother S K Behera (Vice Chairman and Managing Director), led and guided International Auto Products through its growth. After several transformations it became a public limited company, International Auto Limited in 1994, which eventually merged with RSB Transmissions (I) Ltd. in 2009. The acorn has grown to a mighty oak now. Travelling through many trials and tribulations, when lesser mortals would have abandoned the tortuous path, RK and SK never wavered from their dreams. The group, which started with only Rs 15,000, has today, in a span of fourand-half decades, grown into a global engineering institution, with turnover in excess of Rs 1,400 crore, engaged in the production of propeller shafts, steering systems and components, transmission
components and assembly, other automotive components, etc. as well as construction equipment aggregates. It operates in several countries. Presently, it has 13 manufacturing plants spread over seven locations in India, namely, Jamshedpur (Jharkhand), Pune (Maharashtra), Dharwad (Karnataka), Chennai (Tamil Nadu), Pantnagar (Uttarakhand), Cuttack (Orissa) and Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) as well as one each in Homer (USA), and Silao (Mexico). In 2006, RSB made its first foray overseas and acquired Miller Brothers in Michigan, USA. It further expanded its global footprint by setting up a greenfield project in Mexico in 2011. In November 2013, RSB joined the select band of elite global quality corporates after having been conferred with one of the world’s highest awards in TQM (Total Quality Management), Deming Prize – one amongst the few Indian automotive companies to get this award - by JUSE (Union of Japanese Scientists and Engineers) at Tokyo, Japan, for achieving all-round business excellence – a globally accredited mandate for highest product quality and service. In November 2014, RSB signed a Technical Assistance Agreement with Jidosha Buhin Kogyo (JBK), Japan to manufacture and sell latest state-of-art propeller shafts for the SCV/SUV/LCV segment in the domestic and export markets. In April 2015, RSB signed a pact with the Government of Andhra Pradesh for setting up a state-ofart plant at Sri City for manufacturing the latest generation of propeller shafts. RSB’s
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Indian and overseas customers are leading Indian and global OEMs like Tata Motors, Tata Hitachi, Ashok Leyland, Mahindra & Mahindra, John Deere, Fiat, Ford, Allison Transmissions, American Axle, Eaton, Magna, GKN, Daimler, Renault Nissan, Kamaz, Caterpillar, Terex, JCB, Kobelco, Komatsu and GE, Volkswagen, and PSA Peugeot Citroen, amongst others.
Q. What is the company’s product portfolio and applications? RSB operates in two verticals, namely, automotive and CMI (construction, mining and infrastructure) equipments and aggregates. In the automotive vertical, RSB is a leading global manufacturer of propeller shafts/steering systems and components, an array of axles including front axle, trailer axle, tractor axle, dummy axle and axle beam, fully finished gears, shafts, hubs and sleeves, and passenger car steering systems, namely, manual/power steering gears, steering rack and pinion, tie rod, hydraulic/aluminum pumps, transmission components like differential cases, yokes and carriers for medium and heavy commercial vehicles, passenger cars, tractors and light commercial vehicles. In the CMI segment, it is a leading manufacturer of heavy fabrications and aggregates like frames, arms, booms and buckets for excavators, back hoe loaders and front-end loaders.
Q. What are the new developments made for propeller shafts, transmission components, axles, castings, forgings, etc.? RSB’s propeller shaft is known as the provider of integrated solutions, having the largest share in the medium and heavy commercial vehicle segment in India. Our new generation propeller shafts offer unbeatable value and reliability. We have designed and developed shafts that are light, cost-effective and achieve improved performance. We also provide validated newer designs extended to cover several models of commercial vehicles, trucks and buses by conducting extensive trials under various terrains and load conditions. Axles are one of the most significant products offered by RSB. We have wellequipped manufacturing lines dedicated
to develop and supply a variety of axles. We manufacture extensive range of fully finished gears to cater to diversified industry sectors including CVs, passenger cars, tractors, pumps, OEMs, etc. We have our in-house design for manufacturing running gear systems like axle, fifth wheel coupling, king pin and landing legs. Our machined castings (ferrous and nonferrous) can lay claim to precision manufacturing with zero defect and unmatched quality, meeting stringent global quality standards. We manage the complete supply chain, right from sourcing to finishing and meeting a customer’s PQC (production, qualty and cost) requirement. We have a dedicated forging plant at Cuttack, Odisha, manufacturing a variety of forging components. Besides, we have a subsidiary, RSB Castings Ltd. that produces castings for automotive applications.
Q. What kind of research and development does the company engage in? We have a subsidiary company – I-Design Engineering Solutions Ltd. – that provides integrated engineering solutions right from designing through prototyping and testing. With expertise in core design services, I-Design supports automotive as well as engineering industries offering design of automotive systems, attachments and variants, design layout, detailing for part manufacturing, design review, value engineering and DFMEA. Our focus area
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is cost-effective, durable, rugged and technologically advanced engineering solutions, keeping pace with the changing day-to-day automotive scenario.
under development, but due to reasons of NDA agreement with the customers, I may not be able to share the same at this point of time.
Q. What are the foreign technical collaborations that the company has entered into?
Q. Could you elaborate about the production infrastructure for the various products and the capacities?
We have on-going collaboration and tieup with Eugen Klein, who is our technology partner. The continual technology transfer focuses on lightweight, cost-effective and improved performance. As mentioned earlier, we have also signed a Technical Assistance Agreement with Jidosha Buhin Kogyo (JBK), Japan to manufacture latest state-of-art propeller shaft for the SCV/SUV/LCV segment for the domestic and export markets. We have also inked a pact with the Andhra Pradesh government to set up a state-of-art facility at Sri City to manufacture latest generation of propeller shaft to cater to Isuzu Motors and other global OEMs such as Ashok Leyland, Daimler, etc. in the southern region besides pan-India and overseas.
Q. What are the expansion plans for 2018? Our state-of-art facility in Sri City is expected to go on on stream during 2018-19. There are more products in the pipeline
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All the facilities have latest state-of-art technology consisting of critical machining on SPMs, phosphating facilities and sophisticated paint shop, latest generation of 3-plane balancing machines with digital PLC, fully automated line for manufacturing cross and bearing cup with online SPC, metallurgical lab for validation of raw materials and fully automated testing and validation for assemblies – all inhouse. Our integrated engineering plant has been facilitated with the state-of-art technology to design, develop and validate axles. The facilities include induction heating, friction welding, flexible designed SPMs, CNC turning/vertical machining centres, painting, etc. The gear plants have organised amenities complying with DIN Class 6/7, advanced CNC gear cutting nachines for hobbing, shaving, shaping and sealed quench furnace for carborizing and cabonitriding. Our passenger car plant manufactures car gears and is fully fin-
ished with gear teeth grinding/power honing with special process, namely, hypo-cyclodia back taper milling and continuous synchronised chamfering, laser welding, rotary hearth furnace for carburising and induction plug quenching. Our fifth wheel coupling has unmatched global standards, having CNC-machined forged components, double spring features in both cast and fabricated leg and secondary locking system. Our manufacturing plants are armed with robotic welding, submerged arc welding, shot blasting, etc. to ensure cost-effectiveness, highest quality and durability of our products. Our machined castings (ferrous and nonferrous) facilities have high-speed machining centres with CNC pre-setters and sophisticated validation facilities. CMMs are installed to ensure zero defect and unmatched quality.
Q.What is the company’s status in exports? We export shift sleeve to Fiat at Argentina and Brazil; gears to JCB, UK; offset frame, spring filler and bracket to Navistar, US; steer arm and tie rod arm to Paccar, US; and flange yoke to Eugen Klein, Germany.
Q. What are the triggers in the automotive sector that will spur growth in the coming years? There will be a paradigm shift for wheelson-the-move as electric vehicles will be dominating the future globally to mitigate climate change and protect the environment from auto emissions and pollution. With the thrust given by the government to make India an e-vehicle nation by 2030, there will be a quantum shift in operations from Indian and overseas OEM players to align their technology and production facilities to fall in line with the e-initiative. This aggressive push will be compelling vehicle manufacturers and their supply chain to modernize their technology and facilities. It will be a major challenge for the automotive industry that will have to embrace this change.
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We are witnessing the beginning of a landscape shift in Warehousing infrastructure: Armes Maini client - their location, products, processes and operations. Our systems are designed in such a way that there is no space wastage. Space will be optimized to store products and to operate MHEs. We strive and use every inch of the available area.
Q. How do you make use of technology to provide contemporary storage solutions?
Shreyas Shastry, Manager - Marketing Armes Maini Storage Systems Pvt. Ltd
Q. Is Armes-Maini a trendsetter in providing Storage Solutions? If so, what are the trendsetting solutions you have provided recently? By design, our products have always been a trendsetter. Before drawing out any solution, we get an in-depth understanding of the ground-level purpose i.e. for what and how our products will be used on a daily basis. This information is the key for us to identify opportunities/areas to innovate upon. We, recently, designed a solution for one of our major customers. It was a design that was never attempted before and we are very proud of our team for successfully executing it on such a large scale. It’s creative, efficient, functional and the first in India.
Q. What’s your source of inspiration for innovation? Our clients are our biggest source. After all, their products, process and people are the ones that use our systems day-in and day-out.
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We are witnessing the beginning of a landscape shift in Warehousing infrastructure. Businesses are planning for 10-20 yrs ahead and as is the case with most things today, technology implementation in material storage is also beginning to grow at a very rapid pace. The levels of customization are endless. We have systems that can reduce floor space utilization by up to 90%; systems that require extremely minimal human intervention; tons and tons of materials can be moved by just a press of a button. This was unheard of just a decade ago in India.
Bangalore in India, Vicenza in Italy and in Bosnia. We have all the required equipment that makes us capable of undertaking ambitious projects.
Q. How do you contribute to enhance operational efficiency, speed and accuracy in handling and storage of materials? That’s the whole objective of the game, isn’t it? If we cannot contribute to that, then our whole purpose is lost. As mentioned earlier, understanding what your client does from start to end is what finally helps us in adding value to their overall efficiency.
Q. Would you say you offer endto-end solutions for modern warehousing? Yes, we do.
Q. What does your product basket look like? We can categorize our product basket into three types: Static, Semi-Automated and Fully Automated solutions.
Q. Could you throw some light on your manufacturing facilities and wherewithal? We have 3 main manufacturing hubs -
Q. What’s your R & D busy with at the moment? Any new products in the anvil? In this industry specifically, R&D is always busy because no two customers are alike. Yes, we are excited about our new Radio Shuttle for Pallets - FLEXY. It is a smart shuttle that has sensors to give the operator all kinds of information. It’s a Semi-Automated solution which can be a gateway to full-fledged automation.
Q. What’s the difference ArmesMaini has made to the manufacturing sector? We believe we are in a growing stage. We measure our success one customer at a time. Yes, we have made some significant difference to our clients and that’s what we want to look at right now.
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Filling the injection tooling gap in India China’s Silver Basis, makers of the finest automotive injection tooling and moulds, has now expanded operations to India in partnership with leading automotive component maker Faurecia and Kraftsman Tooling with a state-of-art facility in Pune. A report by Huned Contractor
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iven the fact that India imports up to 70% of the automotive injection tooling, it was only a matter of time before a leading player accepted the challenge of setting up a plant to address this demand. And this is precisely what has happened with three global companies coming together in a unique joint venture of sorts to set up a state-of-the-art facility in Chakan near Pune that is dedicated to medium and large-sized injection tools for the automotive market, both for local and export needs. This was announced by Silver Basis Group for whom this will be the first facility to manufacture tools outside China. The new company, named Basis Mold India Private Limited, is a joint venture with Faurecia, a leading automotive technology company and Kraftsman Tooling, a Pune-based injection mold making company. Silver Basis is the APRIL 2018 | www.engrreview.com
majority shareholder and will manage the company. “This is an important milestone in the 25 years of the development done by Silver Basis and it demonstrates our worldwide leadership in automotive injection tooling. We have partnered with one of our main customers, Faurecia, and used our longterm partnership with Kraftsman Tooling to secure this investment and provide top quality tooling for the Indian and export markets,” said Ryan Huang, Executive Vice President, Silver Basis Group, a day prior to the inauguration of the factory. With the Indian market for injection tooling growing at 10-12% annually, the partners see it as a long-term and profitable venture that will also propel their growth to become a global leader in this sector. “We have currently made an investment of Rs 50 crores and we hope to double our
capacity in three to five years. We will currently start with about 60 moulds per year and reach up to 120 moulds in a few years. Our revenue target would be Rs 70 crores in the next three years. Also, we are planning to export up to 50% of the moulds. Currently we have hired 80 staff members and in the next 2-5 years we should double that. Some of our staff is currently being trained in China to become expert mould makers,” said George Joseph, General Manager, Basis Mold India. Elaborating about the Pune facility, Joseph said, “This the most advanced tool room of its kind with a very wide range of imported machines such as the CNC Takumi H13, the OPS Speed Hawk 550, the three-axis and five-axis machining centres and an Eagle Gantry 1400 which is the only one of its kind in India as of date.” The plant will make plastic injection
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moulds for automotive door panels, glove boxes, bumpes and dashboards, not only for Faurecia which will be its primary customer, but also for other leading automotive OEMs across the world. Speaking about Faurecia, Tools and Equipment Director Pierre-Loic Bolon said, “Founded in 1997, Faurecia has grown to become a major player in the global automotive industry. A leader in its three areas of business, the group is backed by a strong research and development and production network with sites in 35 countries. It is the preferred partner of the world’s largest automakers, which value its operational excellence and technological expertise.” In India, Faurecia operates out of 11 locations with three research and development centres. Elaborating about the integration of three companies to make injection tooling, Bolon said, “All the three companies are experts in their own domains and most importantly, Silver Basis will provide the deep technological knowhow that is essential to making the best quality plastic injection moulds. Also, we have shared a business relationship of over 10 years and are in tune with each other’s needs so that our growth will be assured.” Speaking about Shenzhen Silver Basis Technology Co. Ltd. (known as Silver Basis), Hans Jurgen Krug, Vice President-Business Group Automotive Tooling, said, “We are a global one-stop manufacturing service supplier,
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focusing on large-scale precision moulds, automotive parts, smart manufacturing service, hot runner systems and industrial designs. With an industry-leading strategic perspective, we are active both at home and abroad, ranging from global icons to local favourites.” Elaborating, Krug said, “We have eight manufacturing bases in major coastal cities of China and engineering facilities and service bases in 16 countries around the world. We have developed complete automotive mould and part manufacturing service solutions based on our leading technology, quality and project manage-
ment. Meanwhile, we have expanded into system equipment integration and flexible production capacity and actively imported the German advanced manufacturing management model. We have pioneered international cooperation with world famous automotive OEMs. We focus on international industrial design and global manufacturing service networks and promote lean production and flexible tooling to provide global 3C industry giants with intelligent manufacturing and integrated delivery solutions.” As for the reason to choose India as a location for making injection tooling, Bolon said, “Faurecia has been in India for a long time and understands the market well. In addition, India is an emerging automotive hub and it makes sense to be closer to our customers since injection tooling plays a very crucial role and is dependent on timely delivery. That apart, India has a skilled workforce with some of the best engineers who can be specially trained for this activity. Now that the plant is up and ready, Silver Basis will direct its global customers to this facility for their tooling needs and that will help our exports. In essence, we see our India facility as a hub for automotive injection tooling and will be able to cater to the global demand.”
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Gala Precision’s Forte: Precise Surface Engineering Solutions
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ala Precision, serving the industry for over 25 years, is a one stop solutions provider for surface finishing needs such as de-burring, finishing, washing and cleaning of components and parts. The company offers the whole gamut of machines, processing media, compounds and services for surface finishing and parts. Gala has capability to build large finishing & cleaning equipment for challenging needs of defence, atomic and aerospace sectors. The finishing machines are capable of achieving Ra value of 0.05 microns while precision parts cleaning machines are capable of achieving a Millipore value of less than 1mg.
Deburring and Finishing The de-burring and surface finishing machines are used for mass finishing of metal, plastic, ceramic and rubber parts. Small parts weighing a few grams up to 25 Kg can be processed in a variety of machines available from Gala’s wide range of products. Use of de-burring and finishing machines is essential to achieve consistency and high production rates. In addition to finishing equipment, use of abrasive media and compounds is essential to achieve the desired process results. Abrasive media can be of ceramic, porcelain, steel or plastic materials. Compounds are used with water with concentration levels of 5 to 10%. Gala offers standard and customised products to suit specific customer needs.
The finishing machines are of different types. These are: • • • • •
Vibratory finishing Centrifugal Barrel Finishing Disc Finishing Customised finishing systems Complete automation of surface finishing processes is possible by using
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component loading system, conveyors, vibratory trolleys and dosing system using PLC based control panels.
Vibratory Finishing The Vibratory finishing machine consists of a bowl lined with polyurethane material which is mounted on springs and uses vibratory motor and unbalanced weights to achieve gyroscopic motion to the workload. Vibratory finishing is used to achieve de-burring, edge radiusing, degreasing, de-scaling, polishing, mirror finishing and smoothening of a variety of components. This is the most common method used for de-burring and polishing of components which include sheet metal, machined, cast, forged and moulded parts. A wide range of components of Automotive, Aerospace, Defence and consumer products can be processed using vibratory finishing machines.
Gala offers the following types of Vibratory machines based on the shape of the working bowl. • Round Vibratory Finishing Machines are the most common type of machines used in manufacturing industry for a wide range of components. This machine can be used for small parts like rivets & screws to bigger parts like turbine blades. Gala offers machines from 70 to 1500 litre capacity. Standard and Auto Separation models are also available. • Spiral Machine is a modified version of Round vibratory finishing machine. This type of machine is used to ensure 100% separation of parts within a short time of 8 to 10 minutes. Due to the Spiral shape of bowl, the process efficiency is better as compared to round vibratory machine. Gala offers Spiral machines from 120 to 800 litre capacity. Spiral vibratory finishing machines are used for parts of bearing industry, brass valve bodies,
furniture industry, etc. • Elliptical Vibratory Finishing Machines are used where processing time is less than 10 minutes. This is used for removing light burrs and general finishing of small parts like bearing cages, ceramic insulation tiles, etc. Elliptical machines are available up to 250 litre capacity. • Trough Vibratory Finishing Machines are used for de-burring, degreasing and polishing of medium size parts like axles, shafts, rods, marble & granite tiles, turbine blades, aerospace parts, etc. Gala offers machines from 100 to 1200 litre capacity. • Segmented Machines are used for bigger parts to avoid part to part hitting while processing. Segments are provided to make compartments in working bowl where one or a few parts are loaded for finishing. Normally 3 to 8 compartments are provided. Gala offers segmented Round and trough vibratory finishing machines as per the customer needs. These machines are used for parts like machined aluminium die cast parts, parts of hydraulic industry and so on.
Centrifugal Barrel Finishing This is a more aggressive form of finishing as compared to Vibratory finishing. This machine uses 3 or 4 barrels mounted on turret assembly. The high rotation speed of turret results in high centrifugal forces which results in faster process. These machines are often used with variable frequency drives to adjust the rotational speed as per process need. The surface finish achieved with this process is more uniform and even. Such machines are used in various industry sectors like jewellery, bearing, compressor, automotive and aerospace. Centrifugal barrel finishing is capable of achieving high Ra values up to 0.06 microns for parts like textile rings, reed valves, bearing rollers, etc.
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Centrifugal Disc Finishing This is the most aggressive form of surface finishing as compared to Vibratory finishing or Centrifugal barrel finishing. The resulting forces are at least 10 times higher as compared to Vibratory finishing process. This machine consists of a tub or housing with a rotating disc at bottom driven by electric motor. Complete automation is possible with component loading, separation trolleys, and media reloading using PLC -based controls. These machines are popular in processing parts like coin blanks, medical implants, fine blanked components and precision components of automotive & aerospace sector.
Customised Finishing Systems Completely automated finishing systems can be offered along with Vibratory finishing and Disc finishing equipment. Automation results in achieving higher production rates and process consistency. Fully automatic finishing systems can be offered using component loading system, separation equipment, compound dosing system, conveyors and PLC- based control panel. Customised systems are popular in applications like processing of coin blanks, medical implants, fine blanked parts, drive chain components, bearing rollers & cages and so on.
handling system, drying with centrifuge arrangement, Single piece flow and so on. It is capable of building large machines as big as 5000 iitre capacity Ultrasonic cleaning machine for very big parts and 60 feet long conveyorised washers. It offers machines suitable for batch & continuous production and also for Single piece flow lean production. Gala equipment are preferred for precision cleaning of parts of industries such as aerospace, automotive hydraulic, engineering, electronics and many others. Machines can be built to meet stringent requirements of achieving Gravimetric (Millipore or NAS standards) values of less than 1 mg and particle size as per class A for precision cleaning. Gala is indeed a one stop solutions provider for equipment and cleaning compounds.
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Rotary Screw Rotary screw spray cleaning machines are suitable for continuous production. The cleaning and drying stages can be customised. Machines are available from 30 kg/hr to 1500 kg/hr capacity. These washers can be integrated with other production equipment to maintain production flow in a uniform manner. These washers are popular for components such as stamped washers, fasteners, small arms ammunition shells, etc.
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Gala’s comprehensive manufacturing range also includes spray cleaning machines up to 100 bar spray pressure. Spray cleaning machines are widely used for washing of components such as machined parts, stamped parts, cylinder heads, cylinder blocks, connecting rods, crank shafts, housings, bearing parts, fasteners, transmission parts, ammunition shells, containers, etc. The spray cleaning machines are offered in the following configurations:
These washers can have fixed or rotating work table. This is suitable for cleaning of medium and heavy parts such as housings, axle box, brake drums, machined castings & forgings. Parts can be loaded in basket or can be placed on work table. Wash, Rinse and dry cycle can be offered.
Parts Cleaning Parts cleaning is an essential process of the manufacturing industry. Parts cleaning equipment are used to remove all types of contaminants from the surfaces of components. Parts cleaning machines are used for degreasing, de-scaling, removing metallic burr or particles and other solid particles of contamination. Parts cleaning can be achieved by using Immersion, Spray and Ultrasonic Techniques or combination of these techniques. Gala offers complete range of aqueous parts cleaning equipment which includes Spray cleaning, Ultrasonic cleaning, Rotary screw, Single Chamber multi-process and customised machines. The company also builds customised machines which include Ultrasonic machines with material
rinsing and drying zone and follows single piece flow. Component loading and unloading can be manual or automatic with pick & place device or with robots. Rotary indexing machines are suitable for cylinder liners, shells, and machined cast parts.
Rotary basket Rotary basket washers are compact machines suitable for small parts in batches. These machines are simple to use with wash, rinse and dry options. Spray pressure is in the range of 2 to 4 bar and basket rotation speed is in the range of 3 to 6 RPM. Rotary basket machines are suitable for general cleaning of small components such as machines parts, sheet metal parts, fasteners, springs, etc.
Conveyorised Conveyorised washers are popular as they support continuous production and easy to operate. Components travel on conveyor with or without trays and pass through enclosed chambers. Spray, rinse and dry sections can be customised based on the cleaning requirements. Conveyor can be made of steel wire mesh and chain & rod type. Conveyorised washers are suitable for parts like aluminium or brass shells of ammunition, connecting rods, containers, bins, housings, wheels, rifle scopes, gears & sprockets, machined castings & forgings and reflectors.
Rotary Indexing This is suitable for small and medium size parts. Component loading can be at the same or at different locations. A single part is indexed in cleaning,
Ultrasonic cleaning Gala manufactures a whole range of Ultrasonic Cleaning Machines from 20 to 5000 litre capacity.
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The company can offer material handling system for multistage ultrasonic cleaning machines for ease of handling of parts. Multistage machines are customised to suit customer needs with options of multiple cleaning, rinsing and drying. Ultrasonic cleaning machines are used for precision cleaning of parts which are complex in configuration and geometry and / or which require stringent gravimetric values and particle size count as per class A. Ultrasonic cleaning machines are widely used for cleaning of precision parts of aerospace and automotive sector like engine valves, pistons, turbine blades, fuel injection parts, coil springs, bearing cages etc. This technology is ideal for cleaning of electronic parts & PCB’s, moulds, optical parts and lenses. Gala can provide ultrasonic transducers of tank bonded, immersible box and rod type, based on application. Operating frequency can be 25 KHz or 30 KHz or 40 kHz to suit cleaning application. Ultrasonic cleaning machines offered
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are: Table top, Multistage and Multistage with material handling system.
basket rotation, auto dosing, walking beam material handling arrangement, etc.
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Single chamber multi process cleaning machines offered by Gala are compact in size. Spray, Immerse flood wash and Ultrasonic wash cycles are possible in this configuration. Vacuum drying also can be provided on customer request.
Customised Gala also offers customised cleaning solutions to meet customer’s special requirements. It can build machines for Single piece flow or Robotic washing.
Phosphating Plants Gala also offers pre-treatment, passivation and phosphating plants. These plants can be fully automatic with material handling system, PLC based control panel and SCADA system.These are offered with features like
Gala also builds and offers material systems for conveying components. The range includes Belt Conveyors, Inclined Conveyors, Component Loading Systems and Vibratory trolleys.
Industrial Dryers Drying is a natural corollary in the process of components cleaning. Hence Gala also offers Industrial Dryers of various types. These are Vibratory, Belt type, Rotary Screw, and Centrifuge Dryers. Undoubtedly, Gala Precision is a Onestop-shop for Solutions for Surface Finishing, Cleaning, Washing and Drying of Precious Machine Parts and Components. Quantity, size or criticality doesn’t deter Gala from offering a solution to any industry to the utmost satisfaction of the ultimate customer. - P.K. Balasubbramaniian
Regd.Off: K.M.Complex, 1st Floor, No.23, Jawaharlal Nehru Road, (100 Feet Road) Arumbakkam, Chennai - 600 106. INDIA Phone: +91-44-23635996, 23635547, Mobile: +91-9940023932, 8939565802 Fax: +91-44-23635550 Email: galaxyearthing@gmail.com, galaxiearthing@yahoo.co.in Website: www.galaxyearthingelectrode.com Factory: Ambattur Industrial Estate (S.P.) Chennai - 600 058. INDIA
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“We give strategic advantages to our customers from diverse industries” Rupesh Paparaju, Director, Bettinelli Automation Components, India
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ettinelli S.p.A, established in 1953, specializes in the development and manufacturing of precision motion control components and systems. In 1996 a separate division named CDS Cam Driven Systems was created for engineering solutions in automation and motion technology. CDS produces the widest range of mechanical Cam Driven Units, commonly known as rotary / indexing tables for precision motion control applications, requiring rotary or linear transfer, positioning and handling. The products range includes, cam indexing and servo-driven tables, ring positioning drives, intermittent and oscillating drives with parallel or right angle configuration, rotary & linear part handlers, precision link transfer systems, and epicycloidal servo reducers.
in Italy. The regimen starts with design & engineering, CNC induction hardening, CNC milling, grinding, quality check and then assembly, painting and shipment. In order to ensure quality, all components are machined internally, including the cam hardening by a proprietary CNC controlled induction hardening equipment. For better finish, the products are also subjected to chemical nickel plating, blasting and painting. The manufacturing process is constantly controlled to conform to international standards. The company’s quality systems are ISO-9001-2008 certified.
Strategic advantages Over the years, Bettinelli Group and CDS Indexers have become synonymous with high quality automation products and technologies. “Our design and manufacturing systems have furnished competitive and strategic advantages to numerous industries in pharmaceutical, automobile, manufacturing, packaging and a plethora of other sectors. And for automation functions, our solutions are invariably preferred by companies,” says Rupesh Paparaju, Director, Bettinelli Automation Components, India. The Indian subsidiary, headquartered in Pune, serves its cus-
Wide ranging products The broa4d product spectrum covers IP parallel shaft indexers, IT roller dial indexing tables, TR roller dial indexing tables, HP roller dial indexing tables, IG/ IGA roller gear indexer, TL precision link conveyors, MHP/LHP part handlers, FTHT open center ring tables and packages of rotary indexing tables. Bettinelli has a wide range of standard products. These are delivered in 3 weeks. When it comes to customized products, these are designed, manufactured and shipped in 6-8 weeks. The manufacturing takes place centrally
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Rotary Indexing Tables, TR Series
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Parallel Shaft Indexer tomers in India by providing installation, commissioning, and after-sales support. It also offers technical consultation. In the pharmaceutical industry cam driven systems are used in filling, blister pack, tablet making and packaging machines. In automobile industry, they are used in pallet transfer tables, assembly machines, painting applications and test rigs, just to mention a few. In machining industry, they are used with advantage in deburring, lapping and pressing machines and in transfer lines. In SPM & robotics, they find applications in transfer lines, station loading, sequential operations and so on. Inwelding, these
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indexers are inevitable in positioners, synchronous welding, robotic welding and component transfer. Packaging too is a major application area. Cam systems are used in box filling machines, wrapping machines, cartoning and capping machines. Indexers are also used in casting, printing and cosmetics industries.
Closer to the customer The Indian arm of Bettinelli, based in Pune, Bettinelli Automation Components Pvt. Ltd., is highly customer-centric. “Our presence in India means quite something in fostering a symbiotic relationship with our
customers. It helps us to match our worldclass products with our eminent customer support,” underlines Paparaju, Director, who has built up a team to improve Bettinelli’s response time. “CDS are high-tech products which lend themselves to enhance the operational efficiency and productivity at the customer’s end. We stay close to the customer to understand his needs and offer customized solutions within the shortest possible time to ensure peak uptime of his equipment and operations”, he adds. - P.K. Balasubbramaniian
Heavy Industry Safety Solutions Systems for the entire Bulk Conveying Industry
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Dust, varying temperatures and an often "rough" handling: command devices installed on transport and conveyor plants must be able to permanently withstand harsh conditions. Our robust command devices and indicator lights, joystick switches and surface-mounted enclosures have been specially developed for such applications and provide for a safe switching.
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On belt transfer stations or in silo installations, the level of bulk goods such as granulates, powder or seeds often need to be monitored. For this application, Schmersal has developed a level switch for heavyduty applications. Depending on the application the user selects either electro-mechanical or non-contact operation.
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In the "Safe Signal Processing" you find safety relay modules and networks for a variety of tasks for safety technology (such as for emergency stop systems), as well as centralised and distributed microprocessor-based systems. These include for example, configurable and programmable safety controllers and safety networks, which are characterised by a high degree of flexibility.
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Belt alignment switches monitor the straight running of conveyor plants. If the conveyor belt moves off-centre from the drive and pulleys the switching devices trigger. With staggered switching a pre-warning for example is initiated with 10° deviation and the conveyor belt is switched off for example at 25°. Individual staggered switching is available upon request.
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Our pull-wire emergency-stop switches guarantee a reliable emergency stop function with wire breakage monitoring on conveyor plants with single-sided effectiveness over a distance of 75 m on one side and 2 x 50 m on both sides. All pullwire emergency stop switches are insensitive to external influences such as torsion, vibrations and temperature variations.
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is a tensile support monitoring system and allows precise diagnose of the condition of the utensil support in your steel cable conveyor belt system. It signals in good time any changes in the steel cable and the tensile strength of the connected conveyor belt system.
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Prima Equipment : The pride for excellence
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Continuous Emission Monitoring System Extractive, Hot Extractive, Hot-Wet Extraction, Dilution or In-situ measurement system with - Electrochemical Gas Analyzer - NDIR Gas Analyzer - UV- DOAS Gas Analyzer - Laser TDLAS Gas Analyzer - Photo Ionization Gas Analyzer - Flame Ionization Gas Analyzer Dust Monitoring System Opacity / Triboelectric / Laser Scattered VOCs On-line Analyzer Toxic Gas Analyzer / Detector Oxygen & Trace Oxygen Gas Analyzer Head Space Oxygen Analyzer Multi Point Area Surveillance Gas Detection Single Point Gas Detection Flue Gas Analyzer Portable / Hand-Held Gas Detector Low Volume Personal Air Sampler Ambient Air Quality Monitoring System Water Quality Monitoring Instrument
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rima Equipment was established in the year 1992 by Mr. Pritesh M. Shah, a young and dynamic entrepreneur from the state of Gujarat, India. We are acknowledged as the noted Manufacturer, Exporter & Supplier of a wide range of products that includes Online Portable Fuel Efficiency Monitor, Air Sampler, Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems (CEMS), Portable Digital Dew Point Meter, Portable Gas Monitor, Gas Detection System, Gas Analyzer, Combustible Gas Detector and Ambient Air Quality Monitoring System (CAAQM). Mr. Shah’s educational background, hard work and visionary foresight helped the Company to excel in marketing of flagship brands of Environment monitoring Gas Analyzers instruments. Mr. Pritesh welcomes new technologies and “GungHo” about discovery of new markets. His proactive approach towards market and customers has placed Prima Equipment
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in the top brass. Right from inception Prima has increased its turnover to multi folds, complimented by appreciations from customers for providing them need based solutions and efficient after sales services support. The Company’s core competencies lies in its experienced and professional team work approach. Excellence is the only acceptance for the team of Prima.
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Rollon at Hannover Messe 2018: New solutions for industrial automation The Italian company ROLLON (Hall 17, Stand C42) will be presenting its linear and telescopic rails, and actuators for linear motion, at the international trade fair scheduled from 23 to 27 April. represent the ideal solution in the industrial machinery sector - from the assumption of cartesian robots and multi-station presses to sheet metal processing, from pick and place in contained spaces - packaging and logistics, as well as transport and medical sector.
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ollon Group, present in India with a direct branch in Bangalore, is not limited to offering linear and telescopic guides and linear actuators, but has specialized in the production of mechanical systems integrated with the Actuator System Line. Emblematic is the example of the “Seventh Axis”, a shuttle system available in seven solutions to increase the range of anthropomorphic robots up to 2,000 kg in applications such as painting and welding in the automotive industry. Rollon products
Seventh Axis is designed to offer maximum solidity and precision, thanks to a system of profiles in high rigidity extruded aluminum and other connecting crosspieces. The sliding system was designed with rails with recirculating rollers, and the drive system uses a pinion and tempered rack with inclined teeth. Seventh Axis also has adjustable feet to obtain alignment also on surfaces that are not flush, and is complete with a cable-holder chain and end of stroke shock absorbers. The system can easily be integrated and assembled on any robot through a specific system of customizable connection plates and very long strokes. The entire system has several components like the lubrication system for the rack and rubber or gas activated decelerators, depending on the client’s needs. Seventh Axis guarantees maximum reliability for every work environment, also with applications involving residue from work processes, such as welding or painting. In fact, it is available in three different protection configurations: with a protected rack, with a light cover for the rails and rack, and with a completely pedestrian trafficable cover.
Advantages • Simplified mounting and alignment Thanks to a system of steel crosspieces and
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Hannover, Germany April 23-27, 2018 Hall 17, Stand C32 ROLLON India Pvt. Ltd. - INDIA 1st oor Regus Gem Business Centre 26/1 Hosur road, Bommanahalli Bangalore 560068, INDIA www.rollonindia.in - info@rollonindia.in
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feet with two different adjustment systems • New technology with aluminum profiles Aluminum profiles are resistant, light and easy to assemble. • Potentially infinite strokes Thanks to precise jointed versions that are easy to build with self-centering inserts. • Free-standing, wall-mounted or ceiling-mounted assembly Each type of solution comes in three different configurations
The Rollon Group The Rollon Group is based in Vimercate (MB-Italy) and has branches in Germany, France, the United States, China, India and Japan. It produces linear and telescopic rails,
and actuators for linear motion in many sectors: industrial machines, packaging, railways, aerospace, logistics, medical and special vehicles. Numerous end markets and a vast clientèle are Rollon’s strong points. The company is known for high quality standards in its products, attentive pre-sales support and precise product customization. Today, Rollon offers one of the most complete ranges of actuators in the world. The company is evolving to offer industrial automation solutions and integrated mechanical systems. Seventh Axis falls into this strategic context: as it provides the market with the most complete range of solutions for integrated automation, the company presents itself as a “global provider” for linear motion solutions. You can find Rollon India Pvt. Ltd. and its solutions for linear motion systems at: Hannover Messe 2018 Hall 17 - Stand C42 April 23-27 Hannover, Germany.
For more information: Rollon India Pvt. Ltd. 1st floor, Regus Gem Business Centre 26/1 Hosur road, Bommanahalli Bangalore 560068, INDIA Tel: +91 80 67027066 Fax: +91 80 67027004 E-mail: info@rollonindia.in Web: www.rollonindia.in
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Rejuvenation of Gears & Gearboxes- Timken’s Global Refurbishment Services
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imken Power Systems (TPS) a.k.a. Timken Gear Services (TGS) is a global engineering group with over 125 years of experience in the design and manufacture of high-quality power transmission products and application-specific solutions. Application knowledge and engineering expertise, together with global manufacturing and service, ensure that TGS is an ideal partner – whatever be the industry. “It is this unique industry experience gained in demanding global environments that makes the vital difference. Our skilled engineers work closely with customers to provide a wide range of solutions for critical, real-life applications. Solutions that are proven to stand the test of time – that is why we believe in the principle: ‘Stronger by Design’ and ‘Customer Focus’,”declares Timken.
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tion for usage of existing Gearboxes in out-of-specified conditions. Using at higher power/ rpm / torque ratings, whether that particular gearbox is capable to take the changed parameters and if not what modifications are required. • OTS support to any types of gearbox malfunctioning or misbehaviour within 48 hours of reporting. • Support of breakdown situations in which TGS team of extremely experienced and expert engineers can turnaround the gearbox within a couple of nights and make the system ready to use in no time, while keeping the customer’s downtime in top most priority.
Inspect & Repair partially/totally damaged gearboxes in-situ as well as ex-situ Once the customer contacts, the enquiry is logged on to TGS Service database and an acceptance confirmation number will be sent to ensure that the unit is identified as soon as it enters TGS facility. The customer can arrange delivery of the unit or TGS would be delighted to arrange collection if that is preferable. All units are stripped by TGS time-served engineers and all components fully inspected. TGS has instant access to historical
records to quickly identify worn or damaged components. A comprehensive photographic report is produced together with a detailed quotation for the work required to return the unit to a fully operational condition.
Refurbishment of all types of gearboxes Following the confirmation to proceed, TGS Service team will launch the manufacture and purchase of all required components. Its Engineering team has the capability to reverse engineer any non-standard components, ensuring correct specification without compromising quality. It offers complete reverse engineering service wherein the customer can also place future orders against their gearbox spares from any other OEM in the country or even abroad. All units undergo a comprehensive run test in Timken’s edicated test facility. A detailed test report is provided detailing the results of contact pattern, backlash, and vibration readings per no-load tests where applicable.
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TGS services broadly cover: • Inspection & repair of partially/totally damaged gearboxes in-situ as well as ex-situ. • Refurbishment of all types of gearboxes (helical, bevel helical, planetary, differentials, etc.) • Complete drop-in-replacement of mission critical gearboxes serving the heavy industrial markets. • Design review and Design consulta-
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mission critical gearboxes serving the heavy industrial markets TGS Service Exchange programme is ideal for customers with an installed base of identical units. Initially, a new or re-condi-
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tioned unit is supplied to replace an existing unit, which is then reconditioned and held in stock until required. This unit is then supplied and installed with the replaced unit returned to TGS for reconditioning and the rolling process continues. Using TGS extensive design capability, TGS is able to replicate the external dimensions of an obsolete gear unit, enabling the unit to be fitted in its existing position with no modification. This solution ensures that there are no retrofitting costs and minimum downtime, while designing out inherent problems and, therefore, improving gearbox life. Internally, the gearbox can, in many cases, be upgraded with improvements to the gearing design, micro enhancement of profile modifications, manufacturing processes, and with commercially available, higher-capacity modern materials and bearings. This process upgrades the gearbox and components to match the highest, current operational and manufacturing standards.
Solutions offered: • Change in reduction ratio • Change from reducing to increasing variants • Increase in service factors as per customer requirements • Design for manufacturing and assembly • Suggest better design criteria to existing models thereby increasing efficiency in the same envelop dimensions • Increase power and torque ratings as and when desired by permuting design parameters as per industry standards • Change in envelop dimensions with increased power capabilities as per cus-
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tomer requirements • Any type of modification and or service as per customer request while ensuring 100% customer satisfaction • Commissioning & Installation Support to customer across the globe • Training: TGS can provide in-house or onsite training for our customers’ maintenance personnel. This can be classroom based or a tools-based practical session.
Design review and Design consultation for usage of existing Gearboxes in out-of-specified conditions TGS offers unique solutions to customers across the globe. TGS design engineers offer valuable feedback to millions of customers across the globe on their existing gearboxes as well. Customers from India, USA, Gulf, and even as far as Nigeria come seeking advice as to whether their existing gearbox is capable and sufficient enough to take increased output loads which they want to put up in order to increase their monthly output. In such cases TGS’s expert engineering team performs numerous calculations using some of the latest techniques to determine the feasibility of the existing gearbox in the changed conditions and also suggests design modifications if any so that the exiting unit
can meet the customer’s requirements.
Advanced Engineering Analysis The analysis includes: • Tooth calculations for durability and strength • Shaft analysis for deflection, bending, fatigue and reverse bending loads • Bending analysis, tensile analysis, cumulative deflection analysis, deflection slope determination • Critical frequency check to avoid buckling under increased speeds • Resonance check of housing material to avoid unwanted noise and vibrations under full-load operations • Bearing analysis • Lubrication analysis, flow, pressure and piping determination along with temperature limit verifications • Thermal rating checks to certain normal operating conditions • 24 hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week emergency service • Full staff of skilled and experienced engineers • Expanded training centres • Database of more than 300,000 drawings, engineering standards, and manufacturing process standards • Support responsibilities for Philadelphia Gear’s regional service and manufacturing facilities • And many more.
OTS support to any types of gearbox malfunctioning or misbehaviour of reporting Timken’s OTS Support is available for
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the service of its customers. Any time as per customer expectations the OTS team can help with state-of-the-art condition monitoring portable devices. A fool- proof inspection of all major gearbox components can be done on-site, thus ensuring a proper solution to customer grievances.
Global Presence
Support of breakdown situations The TGS team also supports immediate breakdown situations. Working 24x7 by the clock its team has repeatedly proven in the past that customer focus is its key area where it takes pride in serving its valued customers. Any kind of breakdown situations can be addressed at any point of time, thus promising a turnaround within the least possible time with maximum possible outcome. All in all TGS offers a complete gear service and gearing solution to all its customers across the nation and abroad.
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Major Industries Served Some of the industries served by the compny include: • Power Generation • Cement • Oil and Gas • Mining • Steel • Sugar/Rubber • Defence (Navy/Coast Guard) • Any other special purpose and mission
TPS and TGS are seasoned solution providers for gears and as well as for any type of power transmission equipment. It includes brands like: • Philadelphia Gears • Standard Machines • Smith Services • Wazee Electric • H&N Electric • H&N Wind • Schulz group • Timken Bearings.
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WELD SURFACING Surfacing minimizes downtime required for replacement of worn-out components, Reduces inventory by reducing the amount of replacements needed, and Saves money. For worn-out components, surfacing can save up to 75 percent of the cost of replacing worn parts.
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oday’s industry is required to manufacture components with superior properties for longer service life and in an economical manner. The aim is to achieve an improvement in surface properties by altering surface characteristics in a component. Components often fail their intended service not only because of fracture, but because of additional factors such as wear, abrasion and corrosion which cause them to lose dimension and functionality.
beads, on a surface to obtain desired properties or dimensions. Welding consumables designed for wear-resistant applications are commonly referred to as hardfacing consumables, in spite of the fact that hardness is not always a true measure of wear resistance. It is apparent that surfacing consumables are meant to be used as much in the design of new components as in the reclamation of used and or worn-out components in order to reduce their wear and tear in service.
The service conditions most commonly experienced by components are:
Based on application requirements surfacing can be classified as:
• Abrasion • Metal to metal wear • Impact • Erosion • Oxidation • Corrosion Out of the above modes of wear, Abrasion occurs in about 50% of cases. Then impact, metal to metal wear, corrosion and others in decreasing order. Most of the components fail from a combination of modes, such as abrasion and impact. For example, a mining bucket tooth is subjected to abrasion and impact, and depending on the type of material mined, one mode may be more dominant than another. This decides the welding product/s to be used.
Hardfacing Overlay Corrosion Resistant Overlay
I HARDFACING OVERLAY Hardfacing is the process of the deposition of thick coatings of hard, wear-resistant materials on a worn-out or a new component surface that is subject to wear in service. Welding and Thermal Spraying are the processes generally used to apply hardfacing layers. Thermal spraying is preferred for applications requiring minimal thermal distortion of the component and good process control. Cermets such as WC-Co and alumina-based ceramics are deposited by thermal spraying. These coatings are applied to a thickness of about 0.3mm and have limited usage.
SURFACING Surfacing involves deposition of filler metal on a base metal to obtain desired properties or dimensions. This broad definition can include processes like electroplating and metal spraying. In metallurgical terms, surfacing is depositing a filler metal on base metal to build up wear resistant or corrosion resistant overlayby welding or spraying. It is composed of one or more stringer or weave
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Fig. 2 - Hardfacing on Pipe Weld hard facing by conventional welding processes is used to deposit very thick up to 10mm dense layers of wear resistant material with a good metallurgical bond. Most commonly used alloy system for hardfacing is iron based chromium carbide alloy with Cr>17% and C>3%. This type of alloy can resist wear upto 350OC. With various proportion of chromium carbides in combination with refractory metals such as Nb, W, V can achieve high temperature hardness and wear resistance upto 750OC.
Fig. 3 - Microstructure of Iron based Chromium Carbide alloy
Typical hardness data: Bulk hardness : 55-60 HRc Carbide hardness : 900-1200 VPN Matrix hardness : 500-700 VPN
Fig.1 - Hard-facing on Screw feeder
Apart from bulk hardness, the volume fraction of carbides, its shape and distribution in a matrix decides wear resistance of an alloy. The bulk hardness requirements for
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wear resistant applications generally vary from 50 to 68 HRc. For hard facing applications, weld deposits are normally restricted to up to two to three layers. Limited-layer products usually are in the metal carbide families such as chromium carbide, complex alloy carbides and tungsten carbide. For multi layer applications there are austenitic alloys and some martensitic alloys too are used.
STRESS RELIEF CRACKS The brittle nature of the metal carbides leads to stress relief cracking, and as multiple layers are applied, stress continues to build which concentrates at the root of the cracks, until separation or spalling occurs between the parent metal and the hardfacing deposit. These are the result of high stresses induced by the contraction of weld metal as it cools. These cracks always occur perpendicular to the bead length (Fig.4).
carbon content above 1% a suitable buffer layer is required. For corrosion resistant applications, Carbon and low-alloy steels are most popularly used.
Welding Techniques
Fig. 5 - Corrosion resistant overlay cladding otherwise corrosion-prone material. Surfacing for corrosion resistance is recommended for use of one layer only. However, for certain applications of wear areas of pump linings a second layer of surfacing is applied. In this process, weld metal dilution is very important to control and affect ferrite percentage in especially in case of stainless steel overlays.
Fig. Straight bead with weaving Fig. 4 - Stress relief cracks on hardfacing weld The cracks propagate through the thickness of the weld bead and stop at the parent metal, as long as it’s not brittle. In the cases where the parent metal is hard or brittle, there is need to apply a buffer layer of a softer, tougher weld metal. The austenitic family is a good choice for a buffer deposit. Many metal carbide alloys show stress relief cracks when cooled to moderate temperatures; this is normal. Alloys from austenitic and martensitic families do not show this phenomenon when applied with proper welding procedures.
II. CORROSION RESISTANT OVERLAY These overlays are used to improve the service life of components made with an
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Various welding techniques used for surfacing are listed in order of popularity. The major factor which affects the economics of hardfacing is deposition rate. Below table shows the estimated deposition rate for each process. Process
Deposition Rate, Kg/Hr
Flux cored arc welding (FCAW)
3.5 to 11
Gas metal arc welding (GMAW)
2.3 to 5.5
Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)
1.3 to 2.3
Submerged arc welding (SAW)
3.5 to 11
Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW)
1.3 to 2.3
Strip Cladding (ESSC or SASC) is another technique for corrosion resistance overlaying of Stainless steel and Nickel based alloys. The other special surfacing processes are Plasma transferred arc welding (PTA), Laser cladding, Thermal spraying, and Brazing. With the Oxy-fuel welding (OFW) process too surfacing can be done but this technique is less popular.
Welding Filler Metals Surfacing filler metals can be in the form of List of Ador Welding make surfacing welding alloys:
Fig. Zigzag pattern
Sr. No. I
Base Metals Carbon and low alloy steels, Stainless steels, Mn steels, Cast irons, Nickel and Copperbase alloys can be hard-faced. For steels with
Application/Hardness
Iron Base a. Austenitic type
Corrosion resistance, Impact resistance, Work hardening characteristics
b. Martensitic type
Metal to metal wear resistance, Abrasion & Impact resistance, Hardness: 20 to 60 HRc
II
Carbides
Severe abrasion resistance, Hardness: 40 to 65 HRc
III
Nickel Base
High temperature Oxidation-Abrasion resistance
IV
Cobalt Base
High temperature Oxidation-Impact-Corrosion resistance, Hardness: 25 to 55 HRc
V
Copper Base
Corrosion resistance and low frictional wear resistance
Overlay Patterns: Depending on the type of wear, there are several types of surfacing patterns can be used viz.; stringer, weave, zigzag, dot or a combination of all.
Alloy Base
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SMAW
Moderate Abrasion Impact
Zedalloy 250, Zedalloy 350, Zedalloy350 LH
High Abrasion-Moderate Impact
Zedalloy 550, Zedalloy 550 LH, Zedalloy 600
Work Hardening High Impact
Zedalloy 12Mn/16Mn
Severe Abrasion
Super Zedalloy, Zedalloy VB, Zedalloy 16
Abrasion-Corrosion
Zedalloy Bell, Zedalloy K, Zedalloy 17Cr NS Plus
High Temperature Metal-Metal Wear
Nimoten Plus 535 A, Nimoten Plus 535 B, Nimoten HFD
Sugar Mill Rollers
Maganacane
FCAW
SAW (Automelt H25 & Automelt H35) + Automelt EL8
Automig FC 580
Automelt H55 + Automelt EL8
Automig FC 400
CORROSION RESISTANT OVERLAY Base Material/ Application
SMAW
MIG/TIG
SAW
Stainless Steel Dissimilar Joining, Buffer Layer
Betanox D, Betanox DL, Superinox 312
Miginox-Tiginox 309/309L
Automelt S76+Subinox 309/309L
High temperature Corrosion Resistance
Betanox C
Miginox-Tiginox 310
Automelt S76+Subinox 310
Martensitic Alloy
Betachrome 13Cr, Betachrome 13/4, Betachrome 13/4 LB
Miginox-Tiginox 410/410NiMo
Automelt S76+Subinox 410
Ferritic-Martensitic Alloy
Betachrome 17Cr
Miginox-Tiginox 430
Automelt S76+Subinox 430
Mn steel
Betachrome N/ND
Automotive Exhaust System
Miginox 430LNb Nickel based
Nickel 200/201
Nicalloy 1
Automig-Tigfil Ni-1
Inconel 600
Nicalloy Fe-2, Nicalloy Fe-3
Automig-Tigfil NiCr3
Inconel 625, Inconel 825
Nicalloy Mo-3
Automig-Tigfil NiCrMo-3
Alloy C-276
Nicalloy Mo-4
Automig-Tigfil NiCrMo-4
Inconel 625, Inconel 800
Nicalloy Mo-5
LNG storage system for cryogenic application
Nicalloy Mo-6, Nicalloy M0-12
C-22
Nicalloy Mo-10
Monel
Supermonel
Automelt S76+Automelt NiCrMo-3
Automig-Tigfil NiCu-7
Cobalt Based Elevated Temperature Oxidation-Abrasion
Zedalloy CoCr-A Copper Based
Copper-Steel joining
Bronze
Corrosion, Erosion, Cavitation
Super CuNi
Automig-TigfilCuNi
Brazing Copper-Steel-Cast Iron
Bracc 2211
Cu & Ni based alloy, Steel, SS, CI, CuZn20Al, CuNi10Fe, CuNi30Fe
Bracs 3343
Surfacing of steel, bronze, CI
Bracc 7700
bare rods for Gas welding, GTAW, GMAW, SAW process to be used with agglomerated flux, coated electrode for the SMAW process, strips for ESSC and SASC process.
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The benefits of surfacing are: • Minimizes downtime required for replacement of worn-out components • Reduces inventory by reducing the amount of replacements needed. • Saves money For worn-out components, surfacing can save up to 75 percent of the cost of replacing worn parts.
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Instant Maintenance & Lubrication Through Aerosol Sprays for Industrial Applications
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ncreasing automation and sophistication in machinery and equipment demand lubricants and maintenance chemicals of highest quality not only to reduce friction and wear, but also, to reduce the energy consumption, improve safety and prolong equipment life. However, after selecting the right lubricant, maximum benefits can only be realized if the lubricant is properly dispensed. Aerosol lubrication has been found to be not only one of the most effective means of dispensing lubricants, but also it gives quick results (especially for Do-it-Yourself applications). In many cases with proper use of diluents and propellants (required for aerosol formulation), the product is found to be more effective. It is in this context, this paper describes some of the successful applications in Aerosol lubrication to industry.
1. Penetrating Oil/Release Spray It is a multipurpose maintenance aid formulated to protect metals, lubricate moving parts, penetrate and loosen seized nuts and bolts and to clean and displace water from contact surfaces, all in a single operation. Such a product can lubricate for locks, door hinges, domestic appliances, sewing machines, fans, nuts and bolts, bicycle chains, switches, etc. With a suitable actuator, a pin-point spray with extension tube is possible for lubrication of inaccessible points.
Introduction Aerosol lubrication has become more and more popular, especially, for routine maintenance, not only in the industry, but also in garages, households, workshops, etc. because the package is handy, easy to operate and not messy at all. It has also become quite popular for critical applications in industry, especially, where non-conventional lubricants based on silicone, teflon, molybdenum disulphide and synthetic polymers are required. Because these lubricants are expensive, they require exact and accurate dispensing, often infrequently, for it to be effective and economical. The Aerosol package again provides the means to do just that! In addition to this, many of the conventional lubricants available in the form of liquids, fluids, greases, pastes, dispersions, coatings, powders, etc. can be made more effective by reformulation when dispensed through the Aerosol package. The following aerosol products have been identified which may be used in the industry for general or specific use as the application demands: APRIL 2018 | www.engrreview.com
the general spray method of dispensing the same.
3. Anti-Seize Spray for Threaded Connections It is based on a highly concentrated lubricating paste fortified with micro-size solid lubricants and metallic powders such as molybdenum disulphide, graphite, copper, nickel, zinc, etc. for different types of threaded connections. It is used as an assembly spray, as a lubricant or slideways, bearings under shock loaded conditions, chains, cables, linkages, speed reducers, king pins, etc. It is especially used to prevent seizure in the case of nuts, bolts, studs, screws, pipes and couplings, unions, spark plugs and threaded connections of exhaust pipes, die heads of plastic extruder, etc. By Spraying before assembly of threaded connections, seizure is avoided when subsequent dismantling is required for maintenance.
4. Dry Lubricant Spray
2. Multi-Purpose Fluid Grease Spray This is a multi-purpose grease with special additives such as Moly, used for plain and antifriction bearings. It increases bearing life, extends lubrication interval, lowers energy consumption, protects from rust and corrosion, and reduces grease inventory. It can be used in industries wherever multipurpose greases are used, especially for industries, which consume ball and roller bearings, bushes, and those, which require regular lubrication for chains, linkages, joints, slides and ways, open gears and wire ropes. It is an ideal lubricant for electric motors and water pumps in the rural areas. With a suitable actuator, a direct paste form of the lubricant can also be carried out through an aerosol package instead of
This is a suspension of micro-size solid lubricants (based on Moly/Teflon/Graphite, etc.) on its own or in a binder-solvent system to provide a bonded lubricating film over bearing surfaces. It can be used as: (a) Clean, dry lubricant for dusty atmospheres in mining and cement plants and for food and pharmaceutical industries on chains, open gears, etc. (b) Extreme load and temperature lubricant for sub-zero cryogenic plants and hot steel plants for hinges, slideways, etc. (c) Permanent lubricant for inaccessible points, for hinges, pivots, linkages and burried mechanisms. (d) Running-in-lubricant for smooth break-in, for I.C. Engines, gears, compressors, sliding mechanisms, etc. (e) Release agent for molds and dies, for high temperature casting and forging in foundry and plastic industries. A light spray is enough in most cases to form a thin film of non-dripping dry lubricant, which does not get contaminated by the environment.
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5. Textile Industry Spray It is a non-staining cleaner-cum-lubricant for modern textile machinery used for various operations such as spinning, winding and weaving, knitting, etc. Based on a specialty cleaner, synthetic lubricant and other chemical additives, it immediately penetrates and cleans fluff, dust and other deposits accumulated on surfaces. Further, it leaves a thin, non-staining and non-sticky film of lubricant, which protects the exposed surface from rust and corrosion, and reduces the wear and tear of moving parts. It is especially used for splicers and knotters of autoconers and winder mechanisms of spinning and weaving machinery, knitting and sewing machines and other modern high speed machines.
6. Switch And Instrument Lubricant Spray It is a high quality electrical contact cleaner-cum-lubricant formulated to clean carbon deposits, grease and other contaminants and protect electrical contacts from humidity and corrosion. It should lubricate all moving parts in switches, instruments and other similar gadgets without affecting the delicate movements. It should also be so formulated that it will not chemically affect the surrounding components made of rubber, plastic, metal, wood, leather, etc. Such formulation would consist of a blend of selective chemicals such as synthetic lubricants, solvents, additives and propellants, which should make maintenance easier without dismantling of components and equipment. It is typically used for contactors, relays, switches, test instruments, computers telephone system, photographic equipment, circuit breakers, radars, control panels, domestic appliances, etc.
7. Metalworking Lubricant Spray This is a highly versatile product compatible with all conventional metals for different metal working operations. Such operations are drilling, trapping, reaming, fine machining, boring, thread cutting and
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profile milling. Its faster penetrating action would be advantageous over the conventional paste type compounds, which are slow acting, especially in the area of high speed, mass production operations. The product formulation may also allow it to be used for exotic metals such as titanium, nickel-chrome steels and others used in the Aerospace and Electronic industries to give better finish and reduce friction and chip welding. It should be clear and non-staining and easily removable after the operations, so that subsequent treatment can be carried out without much difficulty.
8. Non-Stick Teflon Spray This is a new generation multi-purpose lubricant similar in application to the one described in the penetrating oils except that it is of higher quality and contains a solid lubricant based on polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE). In service, this lubricant forms a tenaceous, non-stick coating of the fluoropolymer which does not allow dirt and dust to settle on the bearing surfaces. This makes the product ideal for cement plants, textile mills, mining industries, etc., where constant flow of dust and contaminants affect the conventional lubricants. In such industries, contaminants after mixing up with the lubricants act as abrasives and damage the bearing surfaces
causing premature failure. Such a type of product can offer the advantage of a truly multi-purpose product, which can be used for a variety of applications and also can take care of emergencies under extreme conditions with the help of the solid lubricants whenever the situation demands. Other uses of the teflon coating in industry are to provide electrically insulating and chemically inert film to protect surfaces from weathering effects.
Conclusion From the products described above and applications mentioned, it is quite clear that aerosol lubrication has a good scope of usage in many industries. In a country like India where maintenance culture has yet to be developed sufficiently, the ease of maintenance through aerosol lubrication provides an even bigger scope for aerosols.
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A Stone Like no Other Marble, a stone that has fascinated sculptors, architects and builders for centuries, needs careful extraction using machines powered by compressed air
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ichelangelo created astounding masterpieces with this material. His 17-feet-tall Renaissance sculpture of the biblical hero David, created between 1501 and 1504 in Florence, Italy, inspires awe even today. Emperor Shah Jahan built an edifice with the same material in Agra between 1631 and 1653 to commemorate the passing of his wife Mumtaz Mahal that the world today knows as the Taj Mahal. Odd as it may seem,this material is also used as a calcium additive in animal feed to increase the production from eggs in chickens and milk in cows. Its salt is used asanantacid to treat indigestion, as calcium supplement to strengthen bones and to treat patients with kidney diseases. In a powdered form, it is used in glues, plastics and toothpastes.Quite remarkably, this versatile material, marble, has also been found to be grounding and helps those who have trouble finding clarity and focus. Marble is a natural stone that is extracted from the earth in tough conditions, using a variety of equipment that runs on compressed air. This glossy, durable stone has been used as a building material since the time of ancient Greece and Egypt. Today, there are countless pieces of art, sculptures
and edifices in marble from ancient Europe, Africa and Asia, to modern-day buildings around the world.
From limestone to marble The term ‘marble’ is derived from the Latin word ‘marmor’ which has its roots in the Greek word ‘marmaros,’ meaning a shining stone. Marble is capable of taking high polishbecause it contains crystalline rock predominantly made of calcite or dolomite, which in turn are metamorphosed from limestone. Limestone is produced by the sedimentation of shells of small fossilized snails, shellfish and coral over millions of years. Exposed to tremendous heat and pressure beneath the earth’s surface, limestone crystallises and becomes denser to form a metamorphic rock called marble. The impurities give marble its various colours and designs. Pure marble is snow white, with more than 99 per cent calcite with a grain structure that imparts a smooth texture, a homogeneous look and a luminous surface. Limestone, known chemically as calcium carbonate,is found near the edges of the earth’s tectonic plates.It is subjected to high pressure and temperature during plate
movement and subduction. Under these extreme conditions, calcite and other minerals within the stone begin a metamorphic transformation. Fossils and other organic debris trapped in the limestone disintegrate at the molecular level and reconstitute into small crystals of calcite. The calcite crystals expand and as they grow in size, they interlock to form a stable rock matrix that binds the marble together. Another type of marble, called ‘dolomite marble,’ forms when the mineral dolostone is exposed to extreme temperatures and pressures from molten subterranean rocks called magma, and undergo a similar metamorphosis. This takes place over eons and far from a plate boundary. This process is similar to the formation of limestoneor calcite marble, but often occurs close to hot granitic intrusions. Since these extreme conditions prevailed more during the early days of earth’s formation, marble is usually found around the oldest part of the earth’s crust. That includes places around the world namely the US, Greece, Spain, Turkey, Italy and India. In India,economically viable deposits of marble are found in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Haryana, Telangana, Jammuand Kashmir, and Madhya Pradesh. Rajasthan has the best resources of fine quality marble; around 70 percent of the deposits in India are spread across 20 districts of the state—Udaipur, Makrana, Alwar and Jaisalmer being chief among them. Marble is found in various colours and shades.Recent estimates put total national resources of marble at around 2,300 million tonnes.
Marble mining processes Mining of marble, or for that matter any dimension stone like granite or limestone, is different from conventional mining practices. While in conventional mining, mined minerals are obtained in small-sized debris, in marble and granite mining, large-sized
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intact blocks are extracted from quarries. The process begins with exploration and identification of a quarry site with sufficiently large deposits, followed by extraction of stone blocks from the quarry. Manual operations are viable in sites with small deposits,but semi-mechanisedmeansare employed in larger ones.
The various stages involved in this operation are as follows: • Removal of top soil and debris from the quarry site:Carried out using heavy earth-moving machineries. In some cases, the weathered zone is loosened using jackhammers and carted away. If the overburden is deep and hard, then explosives are charged into drilled holes and blasted under controlled conditions. The blasted debris is transported to designated waste yards using heavy earth-moving machinery. • Marking out a block for front cut:On removal of the overburden, the marble underneath is exposed. Based on the topography and further development of the quarry, a suitably located block is marked out for removal, making sure it has minimum fracture patterns or fault lines in order to ensure recovery of a large sized block. • Drilling vertical and horizontal holes:Using diesel or pneumatic drilling machines called slim drill or line drill, three holes are drilled perpendicular to each other.One vertical hole is drilled from the top down at the back of the marked block and twohorizontal holes drilled at the bottom, one from the front and the other from the side.All three holes meet at the far inner corner.Highly skilled workers manually match the holes, occasionally with laser techniques for higher precision.A specially designed wagon drilling machine or hydraulically operated crawler drills spin the carbide-tipped drill bits and impart air hammering.These machines are capable of drilling holes of upto five inches in diameter to depths of 120 feet or more. • Cutting the block: One end of adia-
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mond-edged wire-cutting saw in the form of a long wire carrying diamond-reinforcedbeadsis threaded through the vertical hole and extracted through one of the horizontal holes using a long flexible wire retractor. The wire saw is now pooled through the driving wheel of a pneumatic wire-cutting machine stationed on the ground and the two ends of the wire saw are joined together, forming a closed loop. Once the machine is turned on, the wheel rotates and pulls the wire saw through both the vertical holes and one of the horizontal holes, travelling at speeds of 24 metres per second. This cuts the block from the back and bottomsimultaneously,and advances towards the front. A tensioning arrangement moves the machine on its rails at a speed proportional to the cutting rate that keeps the required tension on the wire saw. Next, the block is cut through the vertical and the other horizontal hole. The same procedure is repeated to cut the block at the bottom plane through the two horizontal holes, thus creating cuts on the back, side and bottom. A wire saw cuts through a block at the rate of more than a metre an hour. Debris and waste boulders are transported to dumping yards and auctioned periodically. • Separating the cut block from the rock face:A metal or rubber bag is inserted at the crevice on top between the cut block and the rock face.Fed with compressed air, the bag expands, pushes the block away from the rock faceand creates a gap. This is called an air pillow, or if water under pressure is injected into the bag, it is called a hydro bag. An excavator machine nudges the block away from the top,
tilting it until it topples onto a mound of rubble positioned below. The block breaks into smaller segments on impact. These are then lifted either by a forklift or a boom lift, and placed on a haul truck that takes it to the storage area. This operation is called front cut or creating a gully. The above process results in some wastage. The size of the blocks recovered is small and not free from defects. To overcome this, smaller blocks can be marked out,cut to the exact size required and individually lifted and removed without breakage. The separated segments or blocks are sold by weight.The blocks are slicedinto slabs of about an inch or so thick in a factory using gang saws,and then polished to a sheen. Granite quarrying involves the same steps and procedures. Pneumatically operated polishing machines with diamond abrasives impart a mirror finish to both marble and granite slabs. To make sized tiles, the slabs are trimmed and cut to size, then buffed and chamfered using different types of machines. Rajasthan produces around 1,000 million square feet of marble slabs per annum. Compressed air is used at different stages in this operation to run a variety of equipment as a motive force to run air-operated motors in drilling machines, wire saw cutting machines and jackhammers, and in air bags to nudge outmassive blocks. With a wide range of rugged air compressors to suit every need, ELGi plays a major role in this field. Close to 1,000 ELGi trolley compressors have been powering this industry for the past 20 years. Diesel powered models like the PG 300-100, PG 300-105 and PG 400-100, and electric models like the PG22e-7 to PG45e-8 and PG75e-9.5series have been winning accolades in this tough, hugely demanding environment.
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Vashi Electricals dazzles its customers with 40 years Anniversary theme Mumbai based Electricals Distribution giant, Vashi Electricals has participated in Asia’s Biggest Electricals Expo, Elecrama
At the expo, Vashi Electricals announced the kickstart of new business verticals such as Institutional Sales, Solar Business & International Trade. Vashi’s 40 years’ diversified experience in the electrical business has been instrumental for venturing into these new verticals.
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ashi Electricals is also in its ruby anniversary and is completing ‘40 years’ of delightful & electrifying service to the industry. Dressed in the 40 years celebration theme, the stall attracted more than 10,000 visitors from different business fraternity such as OEM, CPM, Multinationals, Automation companies, Project giants and Engineering units. At the expo, Vashi Electricals announced the kickstart of new business verticals such as Institutional Sales, Solar Business & International Trade. Vashi’s 40 years’ diversified experience in the electrical business has been instrumental for venturing into these new verticals. Sharing his views on the expo & on the
new business arenas, Madan Dodeja, CEO of Vashi Electricals said, ‘Our new verticals of business such as solar business, international business are in line with our growth agenda to reach every industrial town & city of the country & to cater to clients overseas. The main focus is to provide sustainable and complete solutions to our engineering customers. It’s definitely a step forward towards exponential growth & take Indian Industrial market to new heights. For us, Innovation & Delightful Customer Service is the order of the day!” Talking about the customer service, Suraj Dodeja, Director at VashIElectricals commented, ‘Vashi Electricals’ progress lies in the company re-enforcing after-sales service network and enhancing the skill set of the technical staff in the field to offer on-demand 24/7 sales support, tatkal delivery and competitive product prices. Elecrama Expo 2018, is Asia’s biggest biggest showcase of the world of electricity. ELECRAMA brings together the complete spectrum of solutions that powers the planet.
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“GEISSEL – CABLE GLANDS AND MORE…..”
eissel India, started in 1994, as a turned parts manufacturer, branched out into cable glands and electrical wiring accessories from 2009, to serve the vast and yet fully untapped Indian market. In just 8 years and over 100+ satisfied customers, it has earned a name for itself among the users of its products, some of them being large International Companies. The sections of industry served by Geissel India are aerospace, automation & robotics, power, hydraulics, material handling, and pneumatics, to name just a few. Ably assisted by its R & D centre at its mother plant in Germany, Geissel is first in manufacturing the IP 68 Double Compression gland for armoured cables in India. Besides this, it has diverse products like standard IP 68 & 69, multisealing cable glands, plugs, reducers, enlargements, lock nuts, conduits, etc., made in brass, polyamide & stainless steel S.S 303 (1.4305), S.S 316 Ti (1.4571), and all according to ROHS standards. After ISO certifications 9001:2008 & 14001:2004, Geissel India is now upgrading its standards to the latest certifications, ISO 9001:2015 & 14001:2015. In addition, being a conscious citizen for Health & Safety, Geissel India has also decided to get the OH&S certification: ISO 18001:2007. From using recycled water, to harnessing its self-produced solar energy for 100% of its own consumption at its German plant, the Group is committed to protect natural resources and implementing sustainability for this generation and the ones to come.
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Efficient facility management with a strong partner for measuring tasks & services
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echnical facility management is about creating an indoor climate that guarantees a healthy working atmosphere and optimum production quality. However, the energy consumption and operating costs of buildings need to be kept as low as possible. Digital measuring instruments and sensors help to check the air quality and optimize ventilation systems, adjust heating, refrigeration and air conditioning systems efficiently and maintain electrical installations. These are the tasks of your service engineers, who often work in a wide variety of buildings using different measuring instruments. One of the key tasks of the head of technical facility management is to maintain an overview of the staff, measuring technology and measurement data and to minimize the amount of work and material required. Testo is a strong partner to have by your side, who will provide you with all the measuring equipment that you need to carry out all your facility management tasks. However, you also obtain a tailored service to make your work easier, more accurate and faster, and actively help you to optimize your field service processes. Not only are the measuring instruments easy and intuitive to operate thanks to user- specific apps and menus, but the documentation process is also considerably easier thanks to digital recording. For better, more efficient facility management.
The challenge. Not only do facility management companies often employ dozens or even hundreds of service engineers. For the many different measuring tasks involved in facility management, numerous instruments are also required, and these are purchased from a wide range of manufacturers. When it comes to managing the test equipment, the procurement, maintenance and calibration of the technical instruments entails a huge amount of organization. The many different operating and software concepts also make it difficult for service engineers to handle the instruments. The measurement applications therefore take APRIL 2018 | www.engrreview.com
longer. Inexperienced or less qualified employees are not capable of interpreting the readings correctly or of taking the requisite measures. Moreover, measuring instruments are often not available at all because they have just been sent in for calibration, or the recorded data is stored on different platforms and needs to be merged, which is a laborious procedure. The required documentation takes a lot of time and entails avoidable costs.
The solution. Testo offers you a tailor-made complete package for technical facility management – digital measuring instruments, innovative software and application-specific apps for the documentation and digital storage of recorded data. You no longer need to spend a lot of time selecting and purchasing measuring instruments from different manufacturers. At Testo, you can get a wide range of instruments which no other measurement technology manufacturer can offer you, all from one provider. We offer reliable, digital measuring instruments for the optimization of ventilation systems, for checking ventilation and heating systems, for the efficient adjustment of refrigeration and air conditioning systems, for the maintenance of electrical installations, for the accurate detection of thermal bridges and weak spots in buildings and also for the
reliable identification of the causes of mould. Since Testo measuring instruments can cover multiple application areas, the service engineer can work more efficiently because not only do the instruments have an app connection, they also feature similar intuitive operation. This reduces the time needed to train new employees and also reduces the error rate. Since lots of instruments have wireless sensors, the readings can be ascertained easily and reliably. The measurement results can be determined quickly and easily and sent directly to the customer or the head office in the form of reports, including digital images and commentary. This saves a lot of time working on site: With Testo’s measurement solutions, a measurement job that previously took over an hour can be completed in less than 45 minutes.
The advantages at a glance. • “One-Stop Partner”: all the measuring technology you need for all your facility management tasks, from just one provider • Greater efficiency when managing test and measuring equipment • Save time and money: faster measurement applications and digital measurement data documentation • Reliable compliance with the ISO-9001 standard thanks to digital recording and traceability of all processes
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our laning of end of Pandoh bypass to Takoli section of NH-21 from km 221.305 to km 242.000 in the State of Himachal Pradesh under NHDP Phase IVBPackage-II. Project Concessionaire Name: Shapoorji Pallonji Pandoh Takoli Highway Pvt Ltd. The work is likely to start next month. Place: Mandi Himachal Pradesh Industry : Roads/ Highways/ Bridges
National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lt Col Yogesh Chandra, Project Director, NHAI, Implementation Unit-Mandi, Bangla Muhal Chakkar, P.O. Nagchala, Tehsil Balh, Distt. Mandi-175021, Himachal Pradesh. Tel : 01905-246483, pd.mandipiu@gmail.com, mandi.org www.engrreview.com | APRIL 2018
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he company plans to undertake expansion of its township project named ‘Omaxe Eternity Township’ spread over 58 acre in Mathura. The township would be expanded by 37.26 acre. Place: Mathura Uttar Pradesh Industry :Township Omaxe Ltd “Abhishek Anand, Sr. Manager (Corporate Communication), Omaxe House, 7 LSC, Kalkaji, New Delhi-110019, Delhi. T: 011-41893100, M: 9711800021, E-mail: abhishekanand@ omaxe.com, (Rohtas Goel, CMD)
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oDNER envisages North East Region Urban Sector Development Investment Program. The PPTA study for the North East Region Urban Development (Phase II) will determine the objectives and scope of this ensuing Loan Project. Place: North East Industry :Urban Development Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region “Smt. Mercy Epao, Director, MoDNER, Room no. 255 Vigyan Bhawan, Annexe Maulana Azad Road, New Delhi 110011. T: 011-23022304, F: 23022307, mercy.epao@nic.in, (S N Pradhan, Joint Secretary, 011-23794866, snpradhan@gov.in)”
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elhi Water Supply Improvement Investment Program (DWSIIP) will complement past and ongoing efforts of the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi to improve water supply services to the residents of National Capital Territory of Delhi. The DWSIIP will improve the infrastructure, management, and performance of the water supply services for 2.41 million people in the Wazirabad Water Treatment Plant command area located in North Delhi. Place: Delhi Industry : Water Sector Delhi Jal Board “Chander Prakesh, EE (Dwarka) WTP, Overhead Tank, Ashok Vihar, Delhi-110052, Delhi. T: 011- 27301179, M: 9650291495, E-mail: eewtpd.djb@nic.in, (Rajesh Mittal, C.E. - Water Project, cewp.djb@nic.in
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agged an order from Nuclear Power Corporation of India Ltd for the supply of Steam Generators. The Steam Generators will be used for a 700 MWe Pressurised Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR) to be installed at Gorakhpur Haryana Anu Vidyut Pariyojna (GHAVP) in Fatehabad district of Haryana. Place: Fatehabad district Haryana Industry :Power Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd (BHEL) “Rohit Singh, Sr. DGM-Corp Comm, BHEL House, Siri Fort, New Delhi-110049. T: 011-66337374, 23365669, 23742017-20, APRIL 2018 | www.engrreview.com
F: 26493021, M: 9910997301, E-mail: bhelrohit@gmail.com, Akhil Joshi, Director-Power, ajoshi@bhel.in
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he project envisages rehabilitation and up gradation from 2 lane to 4 lane of NH Stretch under NHDP-IVB for Dagamagpur Lalganj Section of NH- 7 (Pkg-2) in the State of Uttar Pradesh & Design Chainage Km 49+100 to 96+800 through an Engineering Procurcment and Construction EPC) mode. The company has been declared L1 bidder by NHAI. Place: Dagamagpur Uttar Pradesh Industry : Roads/ Highways/ Bridges Dilip Buildcon Ltd “Dilip Bhadoriya, Sr. Project Manager, Plot No. 5, Chuna Bhatti, Kolar Road, Bhopal-462016, Madhya Pradesh.Tel : 0755-4029999, Fax : 0755-4029998, E-mail: dilipbhadoriya@dilipbuildcon.co.in, db@dilipbuildcon.co.in Devendra Jain, Executive Director, and CEO
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he first unit of the Kishanganga Hydroelectric Project with 110 MW capacity has been successfully test synchronized with the grid at Bandi- pora in Kashmir. The project envis- ages diversion of water of Kishangan- ga River to underground Power House through 23.25 KM long Head Race Tunnel to generate 1713 million units per annum. Place: Jammu and Kashmir Industry : Hydro Power NHPC Ltd “Ratish Kumar, Director (Projects), N.H.P.C Office Complex, Sector-33, Faridabad - 121003, Haryana. Tel : 0129-2278003, ratishkumar@ nhpc.nic.in, (Balraj Joshi, CMD, T: 0129-2271259, E-mail: balraj.joshi@nhpc.nic.in
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he company has recently commis- sioned 8-MW small hydro capacity at Singrauli, Sonebhadra district in Uttar Pradesh. Place: Sonebhadra district Uttar Pradesh Industry : Hydro Power NTPC Ltd A K Jadly, AGM (HR), P.O. Shaktinagar, Dist. Sonebhadra-231222, Uttar Pradesh. T: 05446-232441, 232408, 8005494554, (DGM HR M C Majhi)
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he power major plans to commission the 250 MW Bongaigaon thermal power project (TPP) at Kokrajhar in Assam. Place: Assam Industry : Power NTPC Ltd “Dipankar Bose, GGM, Administrative Building, BGTPP, Post Office Salakati Project, District Kokrajhar-783369, Assam. T: 03661-282754, M: 9425283269, E-mail: dipankarbose@ntpc.co.in
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he manufacturer of world class Crop Protection chemicals with production capacity of 8593.2 MT/annum plans to undertake expansion of Pesticide, Pesticide Intermediates and Fine Chemicals at its existing unit located at Jambusar. After expansion, total production capacity of the unit will be 44240 MT/ annum and total byproduct recovery will be 90700 MT/annum. Environment clearance is awaited. Place: Bharuch District Gujarat Industry : Agro Chemicals PI Industries Ltd “Mandeep Singh, DGM (Corporate Planning), 5th floor, Vipul Square,B Block, Sushant Lok, Phase-1, Gurgaon-122009, Haryana. T: 0124-6790000, F: 4081247, info@piind.com, mandeep.sigh@piind. com, (Rajnish Sarna, Executive Director, r.sarna@piind.com
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lans to set up adhesives (chemical) manufacturing unit at Village: Bhadreshwar, District Kutch in the state of Gujarat. The proposed capacity is 120 TPD/ 3000 TPM/ 36000 TPA. Proposed unit shall be developed in a phase manner with phase I production at 1000 TPM; Phase II at 2000 TPM and Phase III implementation shall be at 3000TPM/ 36000 TPA. Environmental clearance is pending. The final phase is targeted to be achieved within 5 years from grant of EC. Place: Kutch District Gujarat Industry : Chemicals and Fertilisers Hindustan Adhesives Ltd “Ashok Pathak, GM (Sales & Marketing), B-2/8, Safdarjung Enclave, New Delhi-110029, Delhi. Tel : 011-4165 0347/8, apathak@ hindustanadhesives.com (N M Bagla, Director, nmbagla@bagla-group.com)
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lans to set up Synthetic Organic Chemical Manufacturing unit at Dhatav MIDC, Roha, Raigad, Maharashtra. Place: Raigad Maharashtra Industry : Chemicals and Fertilisers Ambernath Organics Pvt Ltd “Vijaya Verma, Manager, 222, The Summit Business Bay (Omkar), Near W.E.H. Metro Station, Andhari-Kurla Road, Andhari (E),
Mumbai – 400093, Maharashtra. Tel : 022- 26814600, E-mail: info@ambernathorganic. com, Santosh Nandan, MD
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lans to undertake expansion of Umrer Coalfields from 3.00 MTPA To 4.50 MTPA within the existing area of 1636.97 Ha. Environment clearance is pending. Place: Nagpur Maharashtra Industry : Coal Western Coalfields Ltd “R K Shelke, Sr Manager (Mining) , WCL, Umrer Area,P.O. Umrer, Dist.: Nagpur - 441204, Maharashtra. T: 07116-247603, M: 8275971316, E-mail: shelkerajendra12@gmail.com, R R Mishra, Chairman cum Managing Director
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lans to undertake installation of Crusher & Overland Belt Conveyor’s System for Maliakhera Limestone mine at Chittorgarh. Place: Chittorgarh Rajasthan Industry : Conveyor Systems JK Cement Ltd R K Bajaj, Vice President (Project), Project Department, Kailash Nagar, Nimbahera, Chittorgarh - 312601, Rajasthan. T: 01477-220098, rajendra.bajaj@jkcement.com, (Yadupati Singhania, CMD)
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he proposed Mhalunge township model has been selected as one of the “2,000-watt society” cities to be developed by the Swedish government. The road infrastructure works are on at an approx. cost of Rs 500 crore. The work is likely to start in June, 2018. Place: Pune Maharashtra Industry :Township Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA) “Vijaykumar Goswami, Planner Metropolitan, PCNTDA, New Administrative Building, Near Akurdi Railway Station, Akurdi, Pune- 411044, Maharashtra. Tel: 020-25933344, comm@pmrda.gov.in, mpp.pmrda@gmail.com, www.pmrda.org.in www.engrreview.com | APRIL 2018
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lans to as sign the Latur city sewer- age project (I and D works for nalla) under AMRUT mission for Latur City Municipal Corporation. Place: Latur Maharashtra Industry :Water Sector Latur Municipal Corporation “Sameer Mulani, Public Relation Officer, Latur Road, Latur-413531, Maharashtra. T: 02382-242803,246075, 9011385200 , 9423719001, E-mail: mclatur@yahoo.co.in,
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onstruction of bypass channel for 33 MLD and 40 MLD filtration units at Bichhwal Water Treatment Plant, Bikaner, under UWSS, Bikaner. Place: Bikaner Rajasthan Industry :Water Sector PHED “B Krishnan, Additional Chief Engineer, Tel : 0151 222 6451, E-mail: rj_acebi@nic.in, E-mail: ceadmn.phed@ rajasthan.gov.in
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lans to setup an engine manufactur- ing unit in Southern India, most likely in Hyderabad. The new unit will have an annual capacity of 50,000 units. The commercial production is likely to start in 2019. Place: Hyderabad Telangana Industry : Automotive Components UM International LLC” “Rajeev Mishra, CEO, A-79, DDA SHED, Okhla, Industrial Area, Phase-2, New Delhi-110020, Delhi. Tel : 011-41022054, 18001202458, info@uml.co.in”
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mprovements of roads and drains and construction of buildings in Arasikere CMC limits of Hassan district under Nagarothana (Municipality) Phase 3 Project. Place: Hassan District Karnataka Industry : Construction Directorate of Municipal Administration “Smt Nadaf Vahida Begum, Asst. Executive Engineer, 9th Floor & 10th Floor, V.V Tower, Ambedkar Veedhi, Bengaluru - 560001, karnataka. T: 080-22861611, 22867172, E-mail: sedmatech@gmail.com”
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lans to set up second refining plant at Kakinada having 350 tonne per day capacity. Land is identified. The commencement of operations is targeted by March 2019. Place: Kakinada Andhra Pradesh Industry : Edible Oil Gemini Edibles & Fats India Pvt Ltd “Chetan P, Sr Manager (Marketing), Freedom House, 8-2-334/70 & 71, Road No.5, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad - 500034, Telangana. Tel : 040-67357836, 67357857, E-mail: chetan@gefindia.net, (P Chandrasekhar Reddy, VP - Sales and Marketing)”
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stablishment of 1 MLD Common Effluent Treatment Plant (CETP) on EPC mode including O&M for a period of 10 years at MPSEZ Naidupeta, SPSR Nellore District, Andhra Pradesh as part of VCIC project. Place: Andhra Pradesh Industry :Effluent Treatment Andhra Pradesh Industrial Infrastructure Corporation Ltd “R Chenchaiah, Chief Engineer-I, APIIC Limited, 59A-20/3/2A, 1st Floor, Sri Siva Complex, Funtimes Club road, Teachers Colony,
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he company has agreed in principle to invest a capital cost of Rs 10,250 crore in Andhra Pradesh with operational investment of Rs 2,000 crore per year for 1 lakh electric vehicles. Place: Andhra Pradesh Industry : Electric Vehicles Energy Efficiency Services Ltd (EESL) “Saumya Tiwari, Asst. Manager (PR), 4th & 5th Floor, IWAI Building, A-13, Sector-1, Noida - 201301, Uttar Pradesh. Tel : 0120-4783726, 4908000, F: 4908099, M: 9205733416, E-mail: stiwari@eesl.co.in, (Rajeev Sharma , Chairman)”
he company has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Andhra Pradesh Economic Development Board (AP-EDB) for the establishment of a state-of the-art integrated apparel and textile facility in Chittoor district. The unit will come up in a phased manner to produce 24 million pieces of shirts and jeans per year. Place: Chittoor district Andhra Pradesh Industry : Garment / Textile Arvind Ltd “Nirali Thanawala, Senior Manager - Corporate Communications, Naroda Road, Gujarat, India - Ahmedabad – 380025, Gujarat. T: 079-30138000, M: 9901566655, E-mail: nirali.thanawala@ arvind.in, corpcomm@arvind.com, Kulin Lalbhai, CMD
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lans to set up a world class electronics manufacturing unit on 150 acre in Tirupati. The scope of work includes manufacturing Jio phones, set-top boxes and other electronics devices. Place: Tirupati Andhra Pradesh Industry : Electricals / Electronics Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd “Manish Bhatia, Vice President - Corporate Communications, 10th Floor, TC 22, Reliance Corporate Park, Ghansoli, Navi Mumbai-400701, Maharashtra. T: 022-29770000, 22785000,44753603, M: 9632786180, 7021247198, E-mail: manish.b.bhatia@ril.com
lans to under take expansion of resort cum hotel project at Alappuzha, Kerala. Place: Alappuzha Kerala Industry : Hospitality VKL Resorts India Pvt Ltd Charley V, General Manager, 1st Floor, Anjana Complex, Vyttila-Aroor Bypass Road Kundanoor, Kochi-682304, Kerala. Tel : 0484-3012895, Fax : 3012898, M: 8050700013, director@vklbuild- ers.com, middleeasthoteK@yahoo. co.in, (Shaji K. Mathew, Director)”
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he company proposes to setup a manufacturing unit of Synthetic Organic Chemicals at Plot 189,191, 192 AKVN Industrial Area Meghnagar, District Jhabua, MP. The project is reported to be proposed in a plot located in notified industrial area, Meghnagar developed by AKVN. Prefeasibility report is ready and submitted. Environmental clearance is sought. Place: Jhabua District Madhya Pradesh Industry : Chemicals and Fertilisers Kutch Chemical Industries Ltd “Jay K. Patel, Manager (Marketing), 20-21, Sara Niwas, Hari Nagar, Gotri Road, Vadodara - 390 007, Gujarat. T: 0265-2397013, 2396498, 2396751, F: 2397245,
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he Madhya Pradesh Irrigation Efficiency Improvement Project is designed to support higher irrigation efficiency and expansion of irrigation in Madhya Pradesh. It will focus on developing 125,000 hectares (ha) of new, highly efficient irrigation networks and productive command area under the Kundalia Irrigation Project (KIP). It will also finance a feasibility study and detailed designs for modernizing the existing Sanjay Sarovar Irrigation Project (SSIP). Place: Madhya Pradesh Industry : Irrigation Madhya Pradesh Water Resources Department www.engrreview.com | APRIL 2018
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“Rajiv Suklikar, Engineer-in-Chief, Water Resources Department, Namada Bhawan, Tulsi Nagar, Bhopal-462003 (M.P.). Tel : 0755-2552646, E-mail: encwrbpldaysmp@nic.in
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lans to implement modernization of power plant by change in configuration and change in product mix of Pellet plant at Raipur. Place: Raipur Chhattisgarh Industry : Power Godawari Power & Ispat Ltd “Sharad Goel , Head (Corporate Communication), 428/2, Phase-I, Industrial Area, Siltara – 493111, Dist. Raipur, Chhattisgarh. T: 0771-4082333, F: 4082234, M: 9324984296, sharadgo@gmail.com, media@gpil. in, www.godawaripowerispat.com, (B. L. Agrawal, Managing Director)”
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lans to assign the erection of 6.6 kv feeder as second source from coal substation to main sump at Bina project. Place: Bina Madhya Pradesh Industry : Power Northern Coalfields Ltd “Bipin Kumar, Genral Manager, office of area, Bina Project Sonebhadra - 231220, Uttar Pradesh. T: 05446-276279, E-mail: cgmbin.ncl@coalindia.in
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he project will rehabilitate and upgrade about 300-km of state roads in Bihar and improve road transport connectivity in line with the road development plan of the state for 2015- 2035. It will involve upgrading state roads to standard two-lane width with paved shoulders, reconstruction, widening, and strengthening culverts and bridges; and maintaining the improved road assets for 5 years after construction. The project will include actions to build institutional capacity in the state for road design and maintenance and incorporating appropriate new technologies in the state’s road sector. Place: Bihar Industry :Roads/ Highways/ Bridges Bihar State Road Development Corporation Ltd “Chandra Shekhar, Chief General Manager, Vishweshwaraiya Bhawan, Jawahar Lal Nehru Marg, Patna-800001, Bihar. M: 9431005695, E-mail: cgm2017bsrdcl@gmail.com
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he foundation stone for the drinking water project was laid recently. As part of the project, the company would set up a water treatment plant and provide water connection to 6,000 households. Place: Jamshedpur Jharkhand Industry : Roads/ Highways/ Bridges JUSCO APRIL 2018 | www.engrreview.com
“Rajesh Rajan, Vice President (Engg & Projects), Jusco, Sakchi Boulevard Road, Northern Town, Bistupur, Jamshedpur-831001, Jharkhand. T: 0657-6646000, M: 9234552704, E-mail: rajesh.rajan@tatasteel.com, (Ashish Mathur, Managing Director)”
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our laning of Bamitha-Khajuraho section of NH-339B from km 0.000 to km 10.150 in the state of Madhya Pradesh on EPC mode. The completion is targeted in one year. Place: Khajuraho Madhya Pradesh Industry : Roads/ Highways/ Bridges National Highways Authority of India “K. V. Singh, General Manager (T)-Madhya Pradesh, NHAI, G-5 & 6, Sector-10, Dwarka, New Delhi-110075, Delhi. Tel : 011-25074100/200 (Extn - 1532), E-mail: kvsingh@nhai.org
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evelopment of Panchsheel Buddha Park at Nigahi Project. Place: Nigahi Madhya Pradesh Industry :Tourism Northern Coalfields Ltd “C. Goswami, General Manager, Singrauli-486889, Madhya Pradesh. T: 07805-276040, Fax: 266640, cgmngh.ncl@coalindia.in, (P. K. Sinha, Chairman-Cum-Managing-Director, 07805-266621, E-mail:cmd.ncl.cil@coalindia.in
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lans to undertake design, supply, installation and operation of Kundalia Irrigation Project – Left Bank. Place: Madhya Pradesh Industry :Water Sector Madhya Pradesh Water Resources Department “Deepak Satpute, Executive Engineer, BVPP, O/o The Chief Engineer, Project Implementation and Coordination Unit, SWaRA Bhawan, Link Road No.3, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. T: 0755-2424034, 2424038, M: 9753011422, E-mail: eebvpp.bvpp@gmail.com
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PRODUCT SHOWCASE Comfortable Speed Monitoring Increased safety with machines and devices With the Safe Speed Monitor UH 6932 from the SAFEMASTER S-Series offers DOLD a comfortable solution for safety-focused speed monitoring, and how it comes into usage in wind turbines, centrifuges or in stage technology. The device excels itself particularly through simple operation and comfortable equipment. Standstill, high and low speed, are safely monitored in automatic operation as well as adjustment. The speed monitor finds use in machines and plants which can pose a threat to people whilst running through mobile machinery or movable parts. Therefore, through the safe monitoring of reduced operating speed during usage, for example, the safety of operating personnel will be increased. It also increases productivity, because unnecessary shut-down is prevented. The speed monitor is certified for use up to PL e/ Cat. 4 or SIL 3. The device is additionally certified for safe
use in the functional safety of electrical drive system (EN 61809-5-2) by TÜV. Furthermore, the UH 6932 has a comfortable LCD display and front side buttons, which enable simple operation and rapid configuration of the device without needing a PC. The monitoring function can be deactivated over a digital input or can be activated during operation, with up to four preconfigured speed modes with varying response thresholds. As well as safety-focused contact paths, an analogue output for transfer of the current speed is also available to use.
For more information : DOLD Electric India Pvt Ltd (100% Subsidiary of E.DOLD & Sohne Kg - Germany) B – 3 Vishranti Heritage, Gotri Road,Vadodara – 390 021 Call: +91 990 9001585, Website: www.dold.in
The new Gast 86/87R Series of oil-less rocking piston compressors and vacuum pumps While other manufacturers have
been busy selling rocking piston
compressors that produce a lot of noise and lessthan-ideal pressure, Gast has been quietly setting the new standard by reengineering our oil-less rocking piston from the ground up. The result is a unit that delivers quieter performance, higher pressure, a longer life and greater application flexibility. The sleek, new 86/87R Series is not just another pretty product. It’s beauty runs deep as it performs in ways not yet seen in the industry. The patented crossover chamber design regulates and controls airflow to dampen sound and optimize performance, while delivering a wide range of pressure level options. Because the 86/87R Series can easily retrofit into an existing footprint, it’s also a smart, flexible solution for a wide range of markets and applications, viz. Environmental, General industrial, medical, printing & packaging, food and beverage, transportation, laboratory, and material handling.
Designed to performs “When we set out to re-engineer our rocking piston compressor, we aimed to do more than just increase pressure. We set
out to dramatically reduce sound, enhance flow, create a standard footprint for easy retrofit anywhere in the world and improve the compressor’s aesthetics,” says Gast. The inherent design of rocking piston technology makes it the optimal choice for applications requiring high pressure or vacuum and air flow in a small package. The flexible cup is made with superior materials and mounted on top of the connecting rod, creating vacuum or pressure while maintaining a tight seal against the cylinder walls in a rocking motion. The forgiving design has fewer components, causes less friction and has a low exhaust temperature, for greater reliability and durability for the life of the product. Despite it’s small size, the versatility of 86/87R means this is the right product to deliver quality air solutions.
For more information Shavo Technologies Pvt. Ltd. Shavo House, S.No.21A/10B, Plot No,394 South Main Road, Hotel Cozy Inn Chowk Koregaon Park, Pune - 4112 001 Phoned: 020-2615 9641 Email: shavogroup@vsnl.com
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Steady Volt Servo Voltage Stabilizers
Pioneer in intuitive programming • Offer the easiest-to-use & most adaptable alternative Automation Solution for specialized & demanding needs • An experienced technical team • A pioneer in the simplification of programming
em4 - MORE THAN JUST A PLC 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 & 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-theart Voltage Stabilizer designed to protect such equipment from voltage variations & its illeffects.
Following are some of its unique features: • Intelligent microprocessorbased 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 E-mail: sales@unitycontrols.in Web: www.unitycontrols.in
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• All-in-one fully connected nano-PLC • Remote management & maintenance on a PC & mobile devices • Accurate & performant sensor measurement
Millenium 3 - Logic Controller • Compact & expandable • Easy to program • Multiple configuration options.
Specialist in electromagnetic & electronic technology • Specialist in time management with an extensive automation components offer that includes timers, monitoring relays • In addition to highperformance products, advice and support, offers tailor-made solutions for any application
TIMERS: • Simple to use • Multi voltage • Multi or mono function
MONITORING RELAYS: • Close-up protection for total availability of equipment • All anomalies are detected • Optimise continuity of service.
For more information InnoVista Sensors India Pvt Ltd Div 1, BNR Complex, Plot No.92/1A, 1st Floor, H P Avenue Road, Konappana Agrahara, Electronic City –Phase 1, Bangalore – 560100, India E-mail: india@innovistasensors.com Web: www.innovistasensors.com
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Welding Fume Extractor, King Extractor-II-MU 3 Welding Fume Extractor, King Extractor-II-MU 3 is a mobile mechanical high efficiency self-cleaning filter designed for workplaces. The filter cleans air from different kinds of dry dust, welding aerosols & other dry contaminants from most industrial processes. The filter cartridge is cleaned automatically without interrupting the filtration process. The cleaning extends the cartridge service periods and minimizes maintenance.
The Filter is designed for continuous indoor operation under the following climatic conditions: • Air temperature from +10 deg. C to +45 deg. C. • Relative humidity : 80% at 25 deg. C • The compact construction integrates the filter, extraction arm and fan • The filter can be used at
workplaces unreachable to other ventilating equipment, & • The filter requires connection to a general compressed air supply. The standard delivery set includes Built-in fan, Control console, Filtering cartridge of respective type, Spark arrester, Oil separator with reduction box for compressed air system, and Electrical grounded cable L= 5 m with plug. For more information : Ador Welding Ltd. Akurdi, Chinchwad, Pune 411 019 Phone: 020-4070 6000 , Email: cmo@adorians.com Website: www.adorwelding.com
Battery Quality Analyser MODEL - KM 900 KUSAM An ISO 9000:2015 certified company proudly announces the newest addition to their large range of Digital Test & Measuring Instruments. KUSAM-MECO has not introduced the latest technology in Battery Quality Analysing.
The model KM 900 is a single quick testing total Battery Quality Analysis solution. It is a super tool for UPS Battery Field Management. It provides Battery Health Analysis under system loading condition. It can measure & display Impedance,
Voltage, Temperature, Current & Capacity of Battery. It is most useful Tool for UPS. Back up Batteries in Industrial System-Telecom Renewal Energy Power Plant (Solar, Water, Wind), Recreational, Machine, Airplane, Military, Electric Vehicle & Battery related Industries (Manufacturing, Servicing of Batteries) of most Batteries including Lead Storage, Cells (Lead-Acid Batteries), Nickel- Cadmium Batteries, Lithium-ion Batteries & NickelMetal Hydride Batteries. It has abundant Data logging & accurate Trend Analysis Feature backed by Internal SD Card with storing capacity upto 7.5 million data in Text & Graphic mode. AC (Four-Terminal) method is used to measure the internal resistance by eliminating lead resistance & Contact resistance to obtain accurate results. Multiple Display LCD screen shows internal resistance, voltage & temperature or voltage, current & temperature of the battery simultaneously. Its unique comparator function can provide reliable detection
of battery deterioration. For current measurements AC & DC clamp adaptors are provided. It has Interface USB Host/Client 2.0. It has large 4” 32+240 pixel. High Resolution Monochrome LCD. The impedance measuring range is 4mΩ to 4Ω (4 ranges)/1μΩ resolution. The battery range is maximum 100V/ 1200Ah (model KM 900 basis) 3000Ah (model KM 900S Version). 6000Ah (model KM 900C). The voltage range is 4/40/300V. It can measure current (DC) 40/400A & AC Current (Ripple Current) 40/400A. Temperature
For more information Kusam Electrical Industries Ltd. Shop no.18, 1st Floor, CIDCO Shopping Complex, Plot # 9, Sector-7, Rajiv Gandhi Marg, Sanpada, Navi Mumbai - 400075. Tel. 022-27750662/27750292 /27754546 Email: sales@kusam-meco.co.in
“KUSAM-MECO” Phase Sequence Indicator (Model KM 981 MK-1) “KUSAM-MECO” has introduced a New Phase Sequence Indicator Model KM981MK-1.
This Instrument is used to measure the Phase Sequence & open phase condition by means of LED Display & Buzzer. It is
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a convenient, quick measuring, correct & Safe device. The operation voltage is 60V~600V for 3 phases AC. It’s measuring frequency range is 20Hz ~ 400Hz & the time limit for continuous measurements is 60 minutes at 200V AC & 4 minutes at 480V AC. The HV Breakdown voltage is 2000V/ min. The meter has open phase check facility by LED which is indicated by the Orange LED being off . In case of phase sequence being reverse, the Red LED will be “ON” & there
will be continuous beep. This meter is supplied with measuring Leads, operation manual. Its size is 85 x 64 x 23mm & weight is approx. 200g.
For more information Kusam Electrical Industries Ltd. G-17, Bharat Industrial Estate,T. J. Road, Sewree (W), Mumbai - 400015. INDIA. Sales Direct : 022- 24156638, Tel.: 022 - 24124540, 24181649, Fax : 022 - 24149659 Email : kusam_meco@vsnl.net, sales@kusam-meco.co.in Website : www.kusam-meco.co.in, www.kusamelectrical.com
“KUSAM-MECO” Intrinsically Safe True Rms Digital Multimeter With PC Interface (MODEL - KM 822sEX) “KUSAM-MECO”, the pioneers of Digital Multimeters & Clampmeters in India have introduced for FIRST TIME a new Intrinsically safe True RMS Digital Multimeter with PC Interface Model KM 822sEX. It has a 4 digit 10,000 counts large easy to read, backlight Dual display. EX marking on meter i.e. Ex ib I Mb, Ex ib IIC Gb, SAEx MS/09-291X, Ex ib falls under Zone 1 which is an area where flammable gas can occur in normal operating conditions. It has high transient protection of 12 KV (1.2/50mS) lightning surge.
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The measuring functions includes :
(surface).
DC/AC Voltage : 60mV ~ 1000V; DC/AC Current : 600micro A ~ 10A; Resistance : 0.1Ohm ~ 60MOhms; Frequency : 5Hz ~ 1MHz Capacitance : 60nF ~ 20mF. It also has Diode, Continuity, Duty Cycle Function. In addition it features Splash/ Drop Proof, Intrinsically Safe, Beep-Jack Audible & Visible Input Warning, Relative Zero Mode, Data Hold, Ex rating-Ex ib I/IIC T6. It has (optional) PC interface for downloading the data in computer via USB cable & Software. These meters comply to IEC SANS 600790:2000 & IEC SANS 60079-11:1999, which is for Electrical apparatus for explosive gas atmospheres. Part 0 (general requirements) & part 1 (intrinsic). The approved explosive protection rating of this equipment is suitable for use in Zone1 hazardous area. Group I (coal mines) underground & Group II
Safety: It has Double insulation per IEC61010-1 2nd Ed., EN61010-1 2nd Ed., UL61010-1 2nd Ed. & CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 61010.1-0.92 to Category IV 1000Vac & Vdc. For Voltage, Ampere, Milli Ampere & Micro Ampere ranges , the safety category is IV1000Vac & Vdc. It has Fuse protection for micro Ampere & milli Ampere 0.44A/1000Vac & Vdc, IR10kA or better, F Fuse. For Ampere ranges, the fuse protection is 11A/1000Vac & Vdc, IR20kA or better, F Fuse. For Voltage range fuse protection is 1050Vrms, 1450Vpeak. Milli Volts, Ohms & others fuse protection is 600Vdc & Vac rms. It features a rugged fire retardant casing, Protective Holster with probe holder & Tilt Stand. It is powered by one 9V battery no. NEDA 1604G, IEC6F22. Standard Accessories supplied are User Manual, Battery, Test lead & Carrying case. PC Software is optional.
For more information Kusam Electrical Industries Ltd. G-17, Bharat Industrial Estate, T. J. Road, Sewree (W), Mumbai - 400015. INDIA. Sales Direct : 022- 24156638, Tel.: 022 - 24124540, 24181649, Fax : 022 - 24149659 Email : sales@kusam-meco.co.in, kusam_meco@vsnl.net Website : www.kusamelectrical.com
Nexgen Refrigerated Air Dryers The Nexgen Refrigerated Air Dryers from Gem Equipment are known for engineering excellence, innovation and reliability.The heat exchangers are designed to provide worryfree, highly efficient heat transfer
whether you are processing simple fluids, viscous solu8tions, or particulates. They feature honey comb construction of aluminium fins, true cross-flow for greater effective temperature differences, non-clogging
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larger cross-sectional area for air flow, integral air-air and air-refrigerant exchanges, with stainless steel demister moisture separator, robust non-corrosive grade aluminium, & larger heat transfer area for higher efficiency. The rugged electronic panels display both inlet and dew point temperatures. They incorporate a Tripper module with alarm for compressed high discharge pressure, compressed low suction pressure, expansion valve malfunction, auto drain valve function and fan motor cycling. Introduction of speed control is one of the major developments towards the optimization of refrigeration systems based on average load. For periods of high cooling demand, the compressor speed can be increased which results in a higher refrigerant flow and thus higher cooling capacity and vice versa during periods of low cooling demand. Compressed air purification equipment must deliver uncompromising performance and reliability while providing
rollers have a line contact with carriage and rail. Relative to the general type linear guideway through balls have a point contact; the MSR type linear guideway can offer lower elastic deformation while bearing the same load. Base on the rollers have the same outer diameter with balls, the roller can bear the heavier load. The excellent characteristics of high rigidity and ultra heavy load can suitable for the high accuracy
the right balance of air quality with the lowest cost of operation. As a quality-centric group, Gem ensures that its dryers are test at each stage of assembly as per ISO 7183 or relevant standards. It maintains stringent engineering practices throughout the production process to achieve higher reliability. Gem’s state-of-the-art ISO 9001-23008 certified facility is equipped with dedicated men and machines to chisel out products of impeccable quality and reliability.
application that heavy load is processed even more. Through the structure stress analysis of finite element method, MSR series have four trains of rollers are designed to a contact angle of 45° and the section design for high rigidity. Except for bearing heavier loads in radial, reversed radial and lateral directions, a sufficient preload can be achieved to increase rigidity, and this makes it suitable for any kind of installation.
For more information Precision Motion Industries, Inc. No.71, Ln. 20, Dafu Rd., Shengang Dist., Taichung City 42946, Taiwan Tel:+886-4-25282984 | Fax :+886-4-25120834 E-mail:sales@pmi-amt.com.tw Web: www.pmi-amt.com
GEARS, GEAR COMPONENTS & ASSEMBLIES
For more information GEM Equipments (P) Ltd. SF No.103, Avinashi Road, Arasur, Coimbatore 641 407 Tel : 0422-2363800 / E-mail: sales@gemindia.com
Full roller type linear guideway The full roller type linear guideway, MSR series, equip with rollers instead of the ball, & therefore the MSR series can provide higher rigidity and loading than the normal type with the same size. Especially suit for the requests of high accuracy, heavy load and high rigidity. MSR linear guideway through
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Eppinger Tooling Asia Private Limited offers a wide range of Gears, Gear Components and Gear Assemblies. Established in 1925 in Denkendorf, Germany, today the company is well equipped to offer a wide range of gear assemblies, gear components and high precision gears -
both standard and custom built. State–of–the-art manufacturing and quality control facilities ensure top quality, way above the local makes. The product range of Eppinger covers: spiral bevel gear sets – 10 to 1 ratio dia 457 mm; 2 to 1 ratio – dia 406 mm, module up to 12.7; 1 to 1 ratio –
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dia 323 mm; hobbed gear – dia 500 mm x 8 m; hardened and profile ground spur and helical gears – dia 330 mm x 5 m; internal gears – dia 152 mm x 3 m; and custom built/non-standard gears and gear assemblies. While Eppinger Gears are exported to Europe, Korea, etc., in the domestic market, it is very well received for almost all critical applications like machine tools, railways, textiles, automation,
automotives, engineering, pumps, compressors, printing machines, etc., Attention to details, superior engineering practices, ultra modern manufacturing facilities, very high degree of process discipline and “cutting edge” quality control techniques help Eppinger Gears roll out products which are unmatched in quality and performance. This USP makes Eppinger Gears an icon among the equals.
For more information Eppinger Tooling Asia Private Limited S.F. No. 345/2A-2B, Kondampatty Village, Kinathukadavu Taluk, Coimbatore - 641 202. Tel: 04259-201132, 33, 34; Mobile: +91 88700 13053; Fax: 04259-201118 E-mail: marketing@eta-tools.com; eppinger@dataone.in Website: www.eppinger-gears.com / www.eppinger.de
HARTING D-Sub Inducom When it comes to the choice of robust and industrial-strength BUS interfaces, HARTING relies on the D-Sub InduCom. As early as 2014, the technology group successfully introduced to the market the 50- and 37pole housing versions of the InduCom Easy Access series with three straight cable-entry points. This Easy Access family of housings is now completed by the implementation of 25, 15 and 9-pole versions with two straight cable entries. The EasyAccess moniker was added because the user with straight cable inputs is given easier and faster assembly even under cramped space conditions. The wide range of standard InduCom housings for 9, 15, 25, 37 and 50 poles means it was already possible to use three cable entries. However, two of the
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cable entries are located on the side, making it difficult to access the locking screws with a tool. Consequently, it is necessary to place the housings next to each other at a certain distance to enable locking and unlocking. With the 37- and 50-pole Easy Access housings with three straight cable entries, the locking screws are more easily accessible and the housings can thus be sited much more densely next to one another, which significantly
facilitates assembly. The standard housings with 15 and 9 poles offer only a straight cable entry. The new versions in 25, 15 and 9 poles now offer two straight cable entries in combination with easy accessibility to the
locking screws, thus permitting the housings to be placed in very close proximity to one another. This development echoes the trend of miniaturisation and offers the customer valuable space savings in its application.
For more information HARTING Technology Group Michael Klose Manager Media and Public Relations Marienwerderstr. 332339 Espelkamp Phone: + 49 5772 47-744 / Fax: + 49 5772 47-400 Michael.Klose@HARTING.com Web: www.HARTING.com
MECO “TRMS Digital Multimeter” MECO introduced new 6000 Count TRMS Digital Multimeter, Model: 153B+TRMS 153B+ TRMS is a 6000 Counts Auto Ranging Digital Multimeter with LCD Backlight & Holster having Voltage Range upto 1000V DC & 750V AC and Current Range upto 20A AC & DC. Basic accuracy for DC Voltage ± 1.0%rdg + 4dgt, for AC Voltage ±1.0%rdg + 5dgt, for DC Current ± 1.0%rdg + 2dgt, and for AC Current ± 1.5%rdg + 5dgt. It has special features like Auto Power Off, Resistance, Capacitance, Frequency, Duty Cycle, Diode Test, Audible Continuity, Data Hold. 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
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ITI-160(P) Portable Digital METAL Hardness Tester
between objects. Users can
Advantages
shoot convenience, saving time
• Largest screen 3 inch, showing all functions and parameters. it is the largest screen of leeb hardness tester, easy read and operate.
and dollars resulting from
Technical Specifications • Measuring range: HLD
with one-button, point-and-
estimating errors.
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 large-scale work piece
quickly take measurements
(170～960) HLD • Measuring direction: 360° • Hardness Scale: HL、HB、 HRB、 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:
For more information India Tools & Instruments Co. – BOMBAY - INDIA Tel: 23428862 / 9819345050 E-mail: ojus_itico@hotmail.com web:www.indiatool.net
New Extech Laser Distance Meters Measure up to Jobsite Challenges Three-meter series provides accurate readings & advanced capabilitie Extech Instruments, (www.
distance meters. The three new
extech.com), a world leader in
Extech meters make it easy to
test and measurement tools,
measure distances, compute
announced the launch of the
area and volume, measure
DT-M series of pro-grade laser
angles, and stake out distances
The DT-M series includes three meters with distance capabilities for a range of jobs: DT40M: 131ft, 40m, DT60M: 196ft, 60m and DT100M: 330ft, 100m. The DT-M meters’ bright laser and large, backlit, 4-line display make it easy to measure targets with 0.08” (2mm) accuracy. With their compact, rugged double-molded design and wrist strap, users can take these distance meters anywhere. The pocket-sized meters are ideal for one-hand operation and measurements can be taken from the front or rear edge. A built-in bubble level ensures the accuracy of horizontal measurements. Useful functions include Min/Max readings; indirect height measurements using Pythagorean calculations (standard height, height in two segments, and partial height) from two or three other measurements; 20 successive reading memory; easy addition and subtraction of multiple readings; and auto power off to conserve battery life. With the stake-out function, users can mark recurring distance intervals, such as the distance
between studs for wall framing, between fence posts, lampposts on a path, etc. The meter’s beeping cues and numerical readings indicate if a distance is greater or less than the desired interval. The laser distance meters are designed for construction workers, contractors, realtors, home appraisers, renovation and remodeling professionals, electrical and HVAC estimators and others who routinely need quick measurements at a job site. The DT-M series is backed by Extech’s one-year warranty and comes with two AAA batteries.
For more information FLIR Systems India Pvt. Ltd 1111, D Mall, Netaji Subhash Place, Pitampura, New Delhi – 110034, INDIA Tel: +91-11-4560 3555 | Fax: +91-11-4721 2006 Email: flirindia@flir.com.hk Webiste: www.flir.in, www.extech.com
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ITI-1600 High-precision Digital Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge
LED BOLLARDS Efficient and cost-effective LED bollards with rotationally sym-
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 singleelement transducers to provide the thinnest range and highest degree of accuracy possible.
metrical illumination for ground surfaces. The photometric design of these luminaires is based on LED integrated with K-Lite’s precision reflector module. Consistent implementation of a new technological developments combined with the highest technical and structural quality have resulted in these state of art luminaires. These luminaires are
Common applications include metals and a variety of nonmetals (i.e. glass, ceramic, plastic, etc.).
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)
• Standard Delivery: Main Unit,, TWO test Probes, Data Cable, Software, Coupling oil, Battery, Operation Manual, Carrying case. & Calibration Certificate Traceable to NPL-DELHI. For more information India Tools & Instruments Co. – BOMBAY - INDIA Tel: 23428862 / 9819345050 E-mail: ojus_itico@hotmail.com web:www.indiatool.net
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characterised by their high luminous efficiency, extremely long service life and the uniformity of the degree of illuminance.
These luminaires are available in Ø100 and Ø166, three different heights to suit the installation site. Their sturdy construction makes them especially suitable for areas in which considerable robustness is required to ensure vandal proof service. Application : For the illumination of footpaths, entrance areas, driveway, private and public areas.
K-Lite Advantages - Powerful Design Powerful light • Extruded aluminium alloy housing through homogenization for durability and thermal management. • Stainless Steel hardware used for long life and for easy of maintenance. • Silicon EPDM gasket used for IP ratings and conforming to the safety and reliability requirements of the products. • UV stabilized, non yellowing polycarbonate diffusers for better light transmission, vandal resistant and UV stabilisation. • Finished with 60 micron thick polyester based powder coating for uniform deposition and excellent finish. • CREE / OSRAM / NICHIA make LEDs, which are internationally recognized brands with higher lumen output are used for better illumination and longevity.
For more information K-LITE INDUSTRIES D-10, Ambattur Industrial Estate,Chennai-58 Tel: 26257710,48581950, Fax : 26257866 Cell: 95000 79797, 95000 85511 E-mail: info@klite.in / Web: www.klite.in
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PRODUCT INDEX 139 A
Abrasion & Corrosion Resistant Ceramic Coatings
3
CNC Lathe
IBC
Environment Monitoring Equipments 77
CNC Machine
IBC
Extension Springs
CNC Machining Center
IBC IBC
AC Lenear Servo Motor
87
CNC Milling Machine
AC Servo Systems
87
CNC Plasma Cutting Machine
Active Harmonic Filter
81
CNC Turning Center
IBC
Actuator
47
CNC Vertical Machining Center
IBC
Actuator Line
79
Coils
Air Compressors
9
63
F
Fiber Laser Marking Machine FRONT COVER - HALF FOLD Fiber Laser Metal Cutting Machine
29
Compressed Air Pipeline Network
59
FRONT COVER - HALF FOLD Fire Alarm Cables
31
Aluminium Profiles
87
System
71
Fire Fighting Hoses
105
Anti-corrosive Coating
45
Consumables
43
Flexible Couplings
87
Controllers
55
Fluid Distribution Systems
59
57
Forged Rounds
103
74, 75
Fourslide Parts
59
Anti-Resonance Detuning Filter reactor
81
Conveying Belts
Automation Products
43
Conveying Systems
B
Cords, Strips & Gaskets
99
Couplings
13
G
Ball Transfer Units
87
Current Injection Test Set
33
Gas Management
Ballscrews
47
Curvic Coupling
87
Gas Springs
101
Barrel Pumps
99
Cycloidal Gear Boxes
108, 109
Gear Boxes
19
Battery Quality Analyzer
89
Gears
87
Bearings
13
Bearings
65
DC/AC Geared Motor
87
108, 109
Deceleration Products
101
Bevel Gear Boxes Brake Motors
19
C
D
Digital Clamp Meters
11
High Voltage Insulating Matt
Digital Multimeter
11
HMC Machine
17
HR Sheets
Cable Fault Pre-Locator
89
DIMMERSTAT / VARIAC / Variable
5
Capacitor Duty Contactor Carbon Steel Flanges Circular Connectors
Auto Transformers
33
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Cam Driven Systems
39
High Pressure Compression Springs 59
Digital Panel Meters
Cable Protection
Heat Exchangers
35
53
83, BACK PAGE
H
Demand Controller
Cable Carrier Systems
Cable Glands
49
85 IBC 29
Hydraulic Pipes
103
Hydraulic Press
95
Hypid Gear Boxes
108 - 109
E
81
Earthing Electrodes
67
103
Electric Chain Hoist
73
Industrial Connectors
37
Electronic Contact Cleaner
45
Industrial Enclosures
BACK PAGE
55
Industrial Forgings
BACK PAGE
I
Clamps for Linear Guids
87
Encoders
Cleaner-cum-polisher
45
Energy Absorption & Vibration
CNC Customized Cutting Machine
63
Isolation Products
49
Industrial Shock Absorbers
CNC Flame Cutting Machine
63
Energy Meter
35
Indutrial Sockets
Industrial Plugs
103 68, 69 101 68, 69
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140 PRODUCT
INDEX
Inflatable Seals & Gaskets
99
PFC Capacitor
81
Scientific & Laboratory
Instrumentation Fittings & Valves
49
PFC controller
81
Apparatus
121, 123
Insulation Testers
11
Pinions
87
Shop Aids
121, 123
Pipe Fittings
103
Planetary Gear Heads
L
Large Dia Slewing Ring
87
Laser Welding Machine FRONT COVER - HALF FOLD
Plasma CNC Cutting Machines
43
Power Quality Monitor
35
Power Transmission Belts
57
Precision Air Moving Products
49 87
Lighting Systems
IFC
Linear Actuators
87
Precision Ball Screws
Linear Guideway
47
Precision Measuring
Linear Line
79
Instruments
Linear Motion Guides
87
Precision Turned Parts
Lockable Gas Springs
101
Logistics Services
7
Logout Tagout Products
131
LV and MV APFC Panel
81
M
108, 109
121, 123 83
Presses Pressure Calibrator
Sleeves
65
Solar System
29
Speed Regulators
101
Stainless Steel Flanges
103
Static Elimination Solutions
49
Static VAR Generator
81
Stepper & BLDC Motor
87
Storage Systems
15
Switches
101 FALSE COVER
T
Pressure Control Solutions
49
Telescopic Line
79
Project Engineering Solutions
43
Tension Springs
101
R
Test & Measurement Meters
23
Test & Measuring Instruments
61
Magnetic & RFID Safety Sensors
27
Racks
87
Testing Apparatus
Measurement Light Curtains
27
Rails
25
Thermal Imaging
Measuring & Gaging Equipment 121, 123
Receptacles
Metal Reinforced Extruded Profile
99
Refining Furnace
1
103
Retaining Rings
21
59
Robotic Welding
91
Mild Steel Flanges Mini Compression Springs Motors
FRONT GATEFOLD
Rodless Cylinders
68, 69
101
Multi-Axis Motion Controller
87
Rust Protector
45
Multifunction Meter
35
Rust Remover
45
MV Capacitor Switch
81
Non-Destructive Testers
121, 123
O
Oil & Coolant Mist Cleaner Optical Measuring Instrument Oxy-Fuel CNC Cutting Machines P
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87 121, 123 43
Cameras
121, 123
97, INNER IFC
Thyristor Switch Module
81
Torsion Springs
59
Transducers
17
Tri Clover Gaskets
99
Twist Drills
51
V
S N
FRONT GATEFOLD
S.S. Fittings
107
S.S. Pipes
107
S.S.Tubes
107
Vaccume Contactor
81
Viton / FKM Tubes
99
VMC Machine
IBC
Safety Controllers
27
Safety Gloves
93
Safety Light Curtains
27
Welding Equipments
43
Safety Photocells
27
Wire Rope Hoist
73
Safety Relays
27
Workholding
W
121, 123
AD INDEX 141 COMPANY NAME
PG. NO.
A A.C. AUTOMATION
COMPANY NAME
PG. NO.
CHHATARIYA RUBBER & CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES
105
COLUMBUS McKINNON CORPORATION
73
10
ADOR WELDING LIMITED
43
AKASH STEEL CRAFTS PVT. LTD.
107
DOWEL ENGINEERING WORKS
AMI POLYMER PVT. LTD.
99
E
AMTEX - 2018
129
ELECTROTHERM (INDIA) LTD.
1
APEX PRECISION MECHATRONIX PVT. LTD.
87 ELGI EQUIPMENTS LTD.
9
ARMES MAINI STORAGE SYSTEMS PVT. LTD.
15
EPCOS INDIA PVT. LTD.
81
AUTOMATIC ELECTRIC LTD.
33
EPPINGER TOOLING ASIA PVT. LTD.
108 - 109
AUTOMATION & ROBOTICS - 2018
133 E-SQUARE ALLIANCE PVT. LTD.
131
D
95
91 F
B
FLIR SYSTEMS INDIA PVT. LTD.
BETTINELLI AUTOMATION COMPONENTS PVT. LTD.
5
BIRLA PRECISION TECHNOLOGIES LTD.
51
FLUKE TECHNOLOGIES PVT. LTD.
INNER INSIDE FRONT COVER
FALSE COVER
G
C
CHEM-VERSE CONSULTANTS (INDIA) PRIVATE LIMITED
PG. NO.
GLOBE-TECH ENGINEERING EXPO - 2018
110
101
ACMEE - 2018
AUTOMATION INDIA WELDING TECHNOLOGY (P) LTD.
COMPANY NAME
45
H
HACOP PUMPS PVT. LTD.
99
HANNA EQUIPMENTS (INDIA) PVT. LTD.
23
HARTING (INDIA) PVT. LTD.
37
HRS PROCESS SYSTEMS LTD.
39
HUMMEL CONNECTOR SYSTEMS PVT. LTD.
BACK PAGE
I
IGUS (INDIA) PVT. LTD.
53
IMEX - 2018
128
INDIA MACHINE TOOLS SHOW - 2019
127
INDIA TOOLS & INSTRUMENTS CO.
121, 123
INDO AFRICA B2B TRADE EXPO - 2018
138
INNOVISTA SENSORS INDIA PVT. LTD.
FRONT GATEFOLD
GALAXY EARTHING ELECTRODES (P) LTD.
67
INORBIT TOURS PVT. LTD.
20
GEISSEL INDIA PVT. LTD.
83
INSTAMOD AIRPIPE PVT. LTD.
71
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INDEX
COMPANY NAME
PG. NO.
COMPANY NAME
PG. NO.
COMPANY NAME
PG. NO.
INTERTOOL - 2018
137
MECO METERS PRIVATE LTD.
11
RMG POLYVINYL INDIA LTD.
85
MEGADYNE GROUP
57
ROLLON INDIA PVT. LTD. - INDIA
79
RR KABEL LIMITED
31
J JINDAL STEEL & POWER LTD. JYOTI CERAMIC INDUSTRIES PVT. LTD. JYOTI CNC AUTOMATION LTD.
25
3
INSIDE BACK COVER
K
K-LITE INDUSTRIES
KUEBLER AUTOMATION INDIA PVT. LTD. KUSAM ELECTRICAL INDUSTRIES LTD.
INSIDE FRONT COVER
55
89, 97
L
LAKSHMI RING TRAVELLERS (COIMBATORE) LTD.
63
MEHTA CAD CAM SYSTEMS PVT. LTD.
FRONT COVER - HALF FOLD
MENNEKES ELECTRIC INDIA PVT. LTD.
68 - 69
MET + HTS - 2018
135
SAFEXPRESS PVT. LTD.
7
MGM-VARVEL POWER TRANSMISSION PVT LTD
19
SCHMERSAL INDIA PVT LTD
74 - 75
SHAVO TECHNOLOGIES PVT. LTD.
49
SMALLEY STEEL RING COMPANY
21
134
N
NGV INDIA SUMMIT - 2018
30
P
PRECISION MOTION INDUSTRIES, INC. ( PMI )
47
SURFACE & COATING EXPO - 2018
PRIMA EQUIPMENT
77
T
Q LEE SPRING COMPANY INDIA PVT. LTD.
TATA STEEL LIMITED
29
TEJ INDUSTRIES
103
TESTO INDIA PVT. LTD.
61
13
59 QMET EXPO - 2018
M
136
R
MARVEL GLOVES INDUSTRIES
93
MARVEL MACHINE TOOLS PVT. LTD.
101
MECO INSTRUMENTS PRIVATE LTD.
17
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RAJKOT MACHINE TOOLS SHOW - 2018
132
TIMKEN INDIA LIMITED
REER SAFETY
27
Z
RISHABH INSTRUMENTS PVT. LTD.
35
ZKL BEARINGS (INDIA) PVT. LTD.
65
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KMILL Series nvu
CNC Bridge Type Vertical Machining Centers
PX Series nvu
CNC Vertical Machining Centers
NX Series nvu
CNC Double Column Machining Centers
VMC Performance Series nvu
CNC High Performance Vertical Machining Centers
K3X85 Five Series nvu
CNC 5-Axis Bridge Type Machining Centers
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