In Focus |
Post COVID-19 era:
The renaissance of manufacturing
The global spread of COVID-19 has created an unprecedented situation for the manufacturing
sector, resulting in mandated lockdowns across the global ecosystem. Supply chains are being
disrupted; stopping the flow of materials, intermediate parts and finished goods. Assembly
lines are forced to halt or curtail operations because of a lack of workforce and parts. However,
gradually, the manufacturing operations seem to be getting back on track, albeit, in a limited
capacity. In this article, we analyse the present situation, ongoing challenges and what will be
the new normal for manufacturers in the post-COVID era.
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Leaders Speak
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COVID-19 has, in a way, paved the
way for more companies to go digital
This will certainly help businesses thrive and
reduce losses, especially in the post-COVID era when
manufacturers will be working towards achieving
stability. Going digital would also encompass virtual
meetings with clients and colleagues, which would
ensure better management of time, says - Abhijeet Raut,
Director, Abhijeet Dies & Tools Pvt . Ltd.
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The world has already noticed
how India has stood up to the
COVID-19 challenge
But to increase confidence among foreign investors,
India needs to offer more tax exemptions, narrow
down statutory requirements and focus on quality. The
Indian government must introduce a business-friendly
environment for Indian companies as well as foreign
investors, - says Dr. Atul Kulkarni, General Manager –
Operations, Ionbond Coatings Pvt. Ltd
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Countries will have to try their best
to salvage the global economy
With the global sentiments towards China not being
as highly favourable as earlier, India will need to
step up and show the world how equipped it is to
offer competent services. India is a huge market and
has the potential to cater to other countries, says
- Milind Agnihotry, CEO, MIPE.
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Tech Focus |
Breaking Down the Cost of High
Conductivity Copper Alloys in
Mouldmaking
A high conductivity copper alloy is—within the
context of this article—a copper-based material that
through a combination of alloying and manufacturing
techniques, retains the higher thermal conductivity
that is inherent in copper, but with a degree of
hardness that allows it to be used in the machined
condition within a production environment.
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Case Study
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Successful mass production
for the Global Market
Autoliv Stakupress GmbH is impressive proof of how a new investment
and systematic optimization programme can massively improve
productivity. The Feintool fineblanking system installed in 2006
replaces two previous presses and has even increased annual output.
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Industry Updates |
- Godrej & Boyce partners with Ordnance Factory Chandrapur to develop
automated Pinaka rocket assembly line
- Indian Auto Component Industry clocks turnover of 3.49 lakh crore
(USD 49.2 billion), de-grows 11.7 per cent in FY 2019-20
- Roadmap to augment localisation and harness export potential of the
Indian Auto Industry
- Raksha Mantri inaugurates BEML’s Industrial Design Centre
- Atmanirbhar Bharat – BHEL showcases capabilities for developing
self-reliance in manufacturing
- Specialized quick-change pallet technology
- New addition of MD220 grade VCGW type PCD turning insert for
non-ferrous metals turning
- July 2020 U.S. Cutting Tool Orders Down 8.5% from June 2020
- Milacron unveils new M-powered applications at ARC’S European Industry Forum
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Flip Book
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Tips & Tricks
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Top 10 things to know /ask
when buying used injection
moulding machine
If you’re looking at buying a used injection moulding machine, below are some things to know/ask before
purchasing.
1. Begin with getting the year, make, model, tonnage, shot, serial number, hours & location of the machine
along with photos of the machine from all 4 sides, inside the electrical cabinets, the platens, the toggle
mechanism or ram and the operator station.
2. Find out if there is a warranty and ensure a proper inspection is done prior to purchasing. This inspection
should note what items function properly and what needs repairs or replacement.
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