The Bologna-based Group, present in India since 1981, aims to grow on the domestic market in the Semiconductor, Consumer Electronics and Aerospace sectors.

Marposs, quality control and precision measurement solution provider inaugurated a new space of about 400 square meters in Bangalore, where offices will be located and, a tech centre where new technologies will be made available to meet the expectations of local customers, also through the development of “tailor-made” solutions for the specific needs of the domestic market.  

The opening was attended by important Indian and Italian institutions such as Kum. Shobha Karandlaje (Union Minister of State for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and Labour & Employment MP. Bengaluru North/ Karnataka), Davide Colombo (Deputy Head of the Economic and Innovation. Department, Embassy of Italy in India, Abhijeet Sinha (Program Director – Ease of Doing Business in India), Alfonso Tagliaferri (Consolate General of ITALY in Bangalore), Luca Matteucci (Managing Director, Marposs India). Among the guests there were also numerous representatives of the local and international industry world.

Marposs has believed in and invested in the country’s growing industrial and production capacities since 1981. Initially, the presence was mainly commercial through partnerships, distributors and sales agents. In 2007, it decided to strategically strengthen its commitment by establishing a direct branch in Delhi, and in 2008, it further expanded its facilities in Gurgaon by establishing offices and service centres.  Currently, the company has 6 local offices, located in the cities of: Manesar, Ahmedabad, Chennai, Jamshedpur, Pune and Bangalore. 

Today Marposs India has a turnover of 20 million euros (forecast closing 2024) and employs 120 employees. 

The business sectors that weigh most heavily are the automotive sector (about 50% of turnover) and the remaining half divided between mechanical components and machine tool applications. Over the next five years, growth will be concentrated in the #Semiconductor, #Consumer_Electronics, #Aerospace and #EVBatteries sectors.

@Francesco Possati, HQ General Manager and Vice President of Marposs, comments: “We see great potential for Marposs in India for the reasons shared by the President of the European Commission and the Prime Minister of India a few days ago. Develop together a reliable and secure value chain with a focus on the semiconductor, e-mobility and space sectors. The opening of our tech center responds exactly to this need. This center will be the second in the world – after the one in California – focused on specific R&D activities on semiconductors and consumer electronics, leak testing on batteries, and the latest technologies for quality control of aerospace components.”

New regulatory and compliance standards are increasingly stringent across all industries and require advanced measurement and inspection technologies. Manufacturers around the world aim to meet the most stringent quality requirements, thus increasing the demand for precision measurement and control solutions in which the company is the undisputed leader.

Marposs already has numerous relationships with local industries, government institutions and research organizations, aimed at promoting innovation and developing new solutions tailored to the Indian market. It is also a partner of original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the Indian automotive industry.

KAUP Australia has developed a new technology for Australia’s largest winery, Treasury Wine Estates (TWE), which revolutionises barrel handling by allowing a forklift attachment to be attached to a conventional forklift.

KAUP Australia’s innovative technology, originally designed for Australia’s largest winery, Treasury Wine Estates (TWE), has revolutionised barrel handling by allowing a forklift attachment to be attached to a conventional forklift. This new equipment, designed by KAUP and the Treasury’s engineering team, provides the seamless lift and transport of barrels on and off master cradles at wineries.

In the wine industry, barrel handling is a critical operation, as wooden barrels are essential for ageing wine and enhancing its flavour. The KAUP 0.8T405/130 barrel handler is an innovative attachment that helps to streamline operations while also enhancing safety and improving process efficiency for material handling. This new attachment is a specialised forklift attachment designed to safely handle heavy wine barrels, typically made of oak, which can weigh up to 272 kg (600 lbs) or more when full.

The KAUP Barrel handler allows wineries to transport barrels from storage areas to racking systems, move them for blending or tasting, or position them for filling and emptying. Not only does this attachment lift barrels, but it can also rotate them into place. Picking up barrels from a vertical position, then clamping one or two barrels at a time and laying them down so they can be put into storage racks used in wine cellars. This precision is essential to preserve the integrity of the wine and prevent any spillage or oxidation.

Mike Barton, Managing Director at B&B Attachments, KAUP’s sole UK distributor, said, “It is possible for this attachment to be customised further to consider barrel sizes as well as other factors, including machinery sizes. For wineries dealing with large volumes of barrels, this new attachment will streamline the ageing process and ensure proper wine production practices are followed. This one piece of equipment has the potential to improve the handling process across the whole winemaking sector.”

Copeland has opened a new Engineering and Technology Centre in Pune, Maharashtra, as part of its ₹500 crore India investment plan. The centre will strengthen the company’s innovation ecosystem, with state-of-the-art engineering labs across nine countries, to advance its engineering, research and development efforts locally and globally.

Copeland, a global provider of sustainable climate solutions, inaugurated a new state-of-the-art Engineering and Technology Centre in Pune, Maharashtra, as part of its broader ₹500 crore India investment plan. Leveraging India’s STEM talent pool and aligned with India’s ambition to become a global innovation hub, the Copeland Engineering and Technology Centre will strengthen the company’s innovation ecosystem with state-of-the-art engineering labs spanning 9 countries in order to advance its engineering, research and development (R&D) efforts locally and globally.

The new facility spans over 15,000 square meters and is the hub for over 320 engineers specialising in engineering, research and development, as well as software and firmware development. Copeland’s Pune Engineering and Technology Centre will help Copeland accelerate in-country innovation and product development, allowing the team in India to leverage their proximity to the company’s customer base and anticipate and respond to evolving market requirements to develop future-forward sustainable solutions.

Copeland’s Chief Executive Officer Ross B. Shuster said, “Copeland’s presence in India spans over three decades. Our current investment plan, including this investment in our new state-of-the-art Pune Engineering and Technology Centre, as well as the in-progress expansion of our manufacturing operations in Atit, underscores our commitment to the India market. With more than 15% of our global engineering team located in India, the local team plays a vital role in developing sustainability-focused technologies and products for both local and global customers. As global demand for sustainable solutions continues to rise, this new Engineering and Technology Centre will focus on advancing energy-efficient, low-GWP and natural refrigerant technologies for global deployments across the HVAC and Refrigeration industry.”

Copeland’s Chief Technology Officer Patrick Forsythe said, “Innovation is in Copeland’s DNA, and our new Pune Technology and Engineering Centre further enables our efforts to solve some of the world’s most complex climate challenges. We have a longstanding track record as an industry steward and continue our commitment to support regulatory compliance and global sustainability objectives. This investment will enhance Copeland’s focus on innovation to help customers meet their net-zero goals and drive impactful change.”

Copeland’s commitment to India will help address the growing demand for sustainable cooling technologies in rapidly expanding sectors, including data centres and the broader HVAC market. With data centre growth projected to grow in excess of 8% CAGR through 2026 and cooling systems accounting for up to 50% of their energy use, Copeland is innovating energy-efficient solutions tailored to meet these needs. Beyond data centres, the HVAC market, expected to reach $30 billion by 2030, offers immense opportunities driven by urbanisation, green initiatives and aftermarket services. The Pune facility enhances Copeland’s ability to deliver innovative, sustainable cooling technologies and seamlessly integrate with the company’s global R&D efforts to meet the world’s growing energy efficiency needs.

The Copeland Engineering and Technology Centre will also support India’s demand for innovative and sustainable heating, cooling, cold chain and industrial solutions that will enable sustainability. Globally, Copeland’s engineering, research and development talent is focused on technology and new product development in the areas of compression, sound and vibration, electronics, power electronics, software and controls. Enabling decarbonisation and advancing energy management systems, Copeland’s focus on providing cutting-edge solutions is helping support businesses and countries in their efforts to reduce demand on electrical grids and enable the use of renewable energy sources.

As part of its ongoing commitment to sustainability, Seco is making a significant change to its product packaging. The company is transitioning to environmentally friendly packaging made from 98-100% recycled materials, a move that will result in an estimated reduction of 131 tons of CO₂ emissions annually.

This transition is a key step toward the ambitious sustainability goals of Seco, including achieving operational net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2035 and reaching 90% circularity by 2030. The new packaging, made of 98-100% recycled Polypropylene or Polyethylene depending on the supplier, maintains the same high standards of quality and functionality that customers expect while contributing to a more sustainable future. 

A greener future without compromising quality 

The transition to recycled grey plastic packaging will not affect the quality. The durable and reliable packaging will continue to protect tools effectively, while also helping to reduce environmental impact. 

Seco will first use its existing white virgin plastic packaging stock before fully adopting the grey recycled alternative to ensure a seamless and waste-minimising transition. Throughout this period, customers may receive a mix of both packaging types. 

The Seco commitment to sustainability 

“At Seco, sustainability is more than a responsibility — it is an opportunity to lead by example,” says Maria Blomqvist, Vice President of Sustainability & EHS at Seco. “By transitioning to recycled plastic packaging, we are taking another critical step toward reducing our environmental footprint while maintaining the high quality our customers expect.” 

The transition to sustainable packaging aligns with the Seco purpose to make manufacturing fast, easy, and sustainable. Customers who choose products of Seco are actively contributing to a greener future by supporting a company dedicated to eco-conscious manufacturing. 

Sandvik Coromant has introduced the CoroMill® Plura barrel, a new family of optimised solid end mills designed for profiling applications. The CoroMill® Plura barrel features an increased contact radius, allowing up to a 90% reduction in cycle times by increasing the step-over.

Sandvik Coromant has launched the CoroMill® Plura barrel, a new family of optimised solid end mills designed specifically for profiling applications. This new solution provides high process security, productivity gains and cycle time reductions of up to 90%, making it particularly suitable for the aerospace industry and other high-demand sectors.

Marking a unique addition to a comprehensive range of end mill solutions for ISO S profiling applications, including CoroMill® Plura ball nose, CoroMill® Plura lollipop and CoroMill® Plura conical ball nose, CoroMill® Plura barrel offers a new machining principal for profiling tools. Several key features make it the ideal complement to the range, such as a unique one-radius barrel form with up to six optimized flutes. 

The CoroMill® Plura barrel offers substantial advantages over traditional ball nose machining strategies by utilizing an increased contact radius. This design enables up to a 90% reduction in cycle times by increasing the step-over, which not only enhances machining efficiency by significantly increasing the surface removal rate (SRR) but also ensures exceptional surface quality.

The optimised barrel design results in a reduced cusp height between passes, leading to superior surface finishes and lower surface roughness. Despite generating higher forces, the stability and process reliability of barrel end mills make them an ideal choice for achieving precise finishes in demanding profiling applications.

Liam Haglington, Product Manager for Solid Carbide Milling Tools at Sandvik Coromant, said, “CoroMill® Plura barrel excels in applications requiring precision and superior surface quality. Its large cutting edge radius enables increased step-over and reduced cycle times, boosting productivity during high-volume material removal. The large barrel radius makes it ideal for machining large, complex contours and 3D shapes while minimising scalloping for shallow depths of cut. This tool is particularly suited to demanding applications like aerospace, where components such as engine blisks involve complex geometries and challenging materials. It also enhances profiling in other high-demand sectors like medical, oil and gas and power generation.”

The tool is available with Sandvik Coromant’s internally developed material-specific grades, including T2CH for titanium alloys and R2AH for heat-resistant superalloys (HRSA), both delivered by Sandvik Coromant’s Zertivo® 2.0 PVD coating for improved durability and wear resistance. For customers with specific size and diameter requirements, the tool can be customised through Sandvik Coromant’s Tailor Made® service, while the CoroPlus® Tool Guide platform can further aid application needs with expert tooling advice.

“Results achieved thus far demonstrate the tool’s reliability and productivity,” added Haglington. “For a customer machining an Inconel engine blisk, a machining strategy with CoroMill® Plura barrel resulted in a cycle-time reduction of greater than 40%. Here, reaching 88 minutes of operation, a 50% increase in tool life was achieved compared to the customer’s existing solution. In another case, this time with a titanium blisk, a customer saved over 90 minutes of machining time when using this product over a competitor’s conical ball nose solution.”

In line with its commitment to sustainability, Sandvik Coromant also offers a comprehensive recycling programme for worn-out carbide tools, including CoroMill® Plura barrels and other advanced milling solutions. This service allows customers to return used tools for responsible recycling, reducing industrial waste and conserving critical materials like tungsten and cobalt. By participating, manufacturers not only contribute to environmental sustainability but also benefit from a more resource-efficient and cost-effective production process.

CoroMill® Plura barell is available from March 1, 2025. To learn more about the tool, visit the Sandvik Coromant website.

Atlas Copco Group has opened a new manufacturing facility in Talegaon, Pune, spanning 270,000 sq. ft. The facility will manufacture air and gas compressors and systems, including CNG, biogas, hydrogen compressors, air dryers, generators, and medical filters.

Atlas Copco Group has launched a new manufacturing facility in Talegaon, Pune. Spanning approximately 270,000 sq. ft., the new state-of-the-art plant will manufacture air and gas compressors and systems, including CNG (compressed natural gas), biogas, hydrogen compressors, air dryers, N₂ and O₂ generators and medical filters and accessories. The launch, communicated in 2023, reinforces the Group’s commitment to advancing innovative solutions while delivering high-quality products tailored to the local market.

The manufacturing facility is built on Industry 4.0 principles, integrating smart manufacturing technologies and sustainability. Approximately 80 per cent of the energy required for plant operations will be sourced from a 1.3 MW rooftop solar system and grid supply. The facility includes rainwater harvesting and advanced cooling systems. With a strong focus on support for research and development by Atlas Copco Group, the facility is equipped with multiple testing capabilities to meet both current and future production and product development needs.

The company is certified with ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 certifications, ensuring the highest quality, safety, environmental and energy standards, supported by a robust internal audit system, quality management systems and Six Sigma methodologies that help improve business processes by reducing errors and increasing efficiency.

Philippe Ernens, President of Compressor Technique Business Area, said, “This new facility is equipped with cutting-edge technology to cater to local demand, ensuring shorter lead times and greater capacity. This enables us to offer a wider range of products, meet market expectations, and provide better lifecycle support, further strengthening our commitment to delivering high-quality solutions.”

Thierry Monart, Vice President – Managing Director, Atlas Copco (India) Pvt Ltd, said, “The launch of our new manufacturing plant marks a significant milestone in Atlas Copco Group’s growth journey in India. This facility not only strengthens our commitment to localisation but also plays a vital role in driving job creation and skill development in the region. By fostering local talent and innovation, we aim to contribute meaningfully to India’s manufacturing ecosystem.”

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS has introduced its latest surface treatment, NXD, for its aluminium drive solutions. This treatment provides two variants of effective surface protection, making them more resistant to extreme environmental conditions and ensuring long-lasting performance.

With NXD, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS has launched the latest generation of its surface treatment. The system manufacturer equips its aluminium drive solutions with two variants of effective surface protection. This makes them more resistant to extreme environmental conditions and ensures long-lasting performance even under demanding operating conditions.

NXD is the surface treatment from NORD for gear units, smooth motors, and frequency inverters made from aluminium. It provides the users with an economic and effective alternative for the surface protection of drive solutions, which are heavily stressed by extreme environmental conditions. With NXD, NORD increases the durability of these drive systems and thus prolongs the system availability. The surfaces are free from chromates and PFAS. 

Two variants for perfect and effective protection 

With NXD, aluminium surfaces are galvanised, making them particularly corrosion-resistant and durable. The latest generation of surface protection is available in two variants. NXD BASIC® consists of the galvanically produced base layer with an additional varnish. Corrosion protection is also ensured in case of damage to the varnish. The variant is suitable for use under demanding environmental conditions such as offshore areas. 

The second variant is the food-safe NXD tupH®. Here, this galvanised base layer is treated with a sealer. This process prevents flaking or microcracks prone to germs.

Food-safe drive systems with NXD tupH® 

NXD tupH® offers safe surface protection for extreme conditions in wash-down applications. It makes drive solutions resistant to acids and alkalis from the regular cleaning and disinfection processes. Even if damage occurs to the galvanised base layer, no particles will flake off due to the sealing, which makes NXD tupH® surfaces hygiene-friendly and thus suitable for use in hygienically critical industries.

NXD tupH® is food-safe according to the FDA and according to EU Regulation 1935/2004. This makes 1/3 of the components with an NXD tupH® surface suitable for the processing of hygienically sensitive products in almost every important market worldwide.

Aluminium offers numerous advantages 

With NXD, NORD reveals the advantages of aluminium for demanding environments and hygienically sensitive production areas. Aluminium is lightweight, economical, and fully recyclable. Furthermore, aluminium housings provide better heat conductivity, thus reducing their maximum surface temperature. 

NXD is available for all NORD drive components made of aluminium, including the integrated DuoDrive geared motor system, the energy-efficient IE5+ smooth motors, as well as NORDBLOC.1® helical in-line gear units and NORDBLOC.1® bevel gear units. With the NORDAC ON PURE, a decentralised frequency inverter with an NXD tupH interface will also be available soon. The solution provider can thus supply complete drive systems with food-safe surface treatment from a single source.

Welspun Corp has secured new orders worth 2,400 crores for coated pipes for natural gas pipeline projects in the USA.

Welspun Corp Limited, the flagship company of Welspun World and a global leader in large-diameter line pipes, has secured new orders worth approximately 2,400 crores for the supply of coated pipes for natural gas pipeline projects in the USA. With these additions, the company’s consolidated order book now stands at around ₹20,000 crore. The execution of these orders is scheduled to take place largely in FY26 and FY27.

These orders further reinforce Welspun Corp’s leading position in the USA, where it has been a prominent supplier for critical energy infrastructure. The company’s ability to meet stringent quality requirements, deliver on time, and maintain high operational efficiency has helped secure these contracts.

With a strong foothold in multiple geographies, Welspun Corp plays a key role in building pipeline infrastructure that supports economic development and energy security.

Honeywell has integrated its SwiftDecoder barcode-decoding software into Corvus Robotics’ self-flying inventory drones, enabling quicker and more accurate inventory tracking for retailers, distributors, and manufacturers at the case and pallet level.

Honeywell announced its SwiftDecoder barcode-decoding software will be integrated into Corvus Robotics’ self-flying inventory drones. This pioneering solution will be used within warehouses and distribution centres (DCs) to make the process of tracking rapidly changing inventory quicker and more accurate for retailers, distributors, and manufacturers at the case and pallet level.

Honeywell’s creation of supply chain solutions that can automate processes for greater accuracy and more efficient use of scarce labour resources supports its alignment of its portfolio with several compelling megatrends, including automation.

Jackie Wu, CEO at Corvus Robotics, said, “We selected Honeywell’s SwiftDecoder software for our cutting-edge drones due to the company’s long-standing expertise in the warehousing sector and the software’s ability to efficiently and reliably acquire data, even in complex and fast-moving DC environments. With Honeywell’s software and our in-house proprietary case counting AI technology, we can quickly decode many cases in one location, all at once. Together, Corvus Robotics and Honeywell are empowering warehouses and distribution centres to better manage inventory, reduce operational expenses, and streamline the overall flow of goods throughout the supply chain.”

The Corvus One™ Autonomous Inventory Management System, equipped with SwiftDecoder software, is able to fly through DCs to conduct inventory audits. It can accomplish this task more quickly than a human could in vast warehouse spaces that often have very high shelves, hard-to-reach racks, or products and low-light conditions that can make traditional scanning a challenge. By using computer vision to navigate, scan, map, and count inventory in real time, the drones are able to operate without GPS, human operators, Wi-Fi, or wireless beacons. This system not only helps ensure warehouses have an accurate picture of inventory, but it also enables companies to deploy limited labour resources in other ways that add greater value to the business.

David Barker, president of Honeywell Productivity Solutions and Services, said, “As the labour shortage continues to plague the supply chain, we know that companies are looking for solutions to supplement their human workforce. By automating inventory counting and providing real-time data, the Honeywell-Corvus Robotics solution will help retailers keep up with growing demand and complexity, reduce inventory discrepancies and errors, and improve overall supply chain performance.” 

Honeywell’s SwiftDecoder software can batch scan to capture many barcodes at the same time, making it optimal for integrating with autonomous drones for rapid inventory counting. This capability, coupled with Corvus One’s proprietary onboard sensors and cameras, equips the Corvus One Autonomous Inventory Management System with the ability to count the number of individual cartons in a single location. The real-time data that is captured and processed with the combined Honeywell-Corvus Robotics solution allows for immediate insights into stock levels and case counts, which helps businesses make informed decisions quickly, respond proactively to any supply chain disruptions, and maintain operational continuity.

For more information on Honeywell’s automation solutions across the supply chain, visit: https://automation.honeywell.com

Smart Factory & Automation World (AW 2025), Asia’s leading manufacturing innovation exhibition, opened on March 12 and will continue until March 14 at COEX and the Korea International Trade Association. It features participation from 22 countries, 500 companies, and 2,200 booths under the theme “Automation to Autonomy.”

Smart Factory & Automation World (AW 2025), Asia’s leading manufacturing innovation exhibition, opened on March 12 and will continue until March 14 at COEX.

This year’s event, co-hosted by COEX, the Korea Industrial Intelligence Association, the Smart Manufacturing Innovation Promotion Group, the Korea Machine Vision Industry Association, Advanced Media, and the Korea International Trade Association, features participation from 22 countries, 500 companies, and 2,200 booths under the theme “Automation to Autonomy.” Global and domestic manufacturing leaders have gathered to showcase cutting-edge smart factory and automation technologies, including AI-powered manufacturing solutions, collaborative robots, industrial and logistics robots, digital twins, sensors, and machine vision. 

For the first time in Asia, Hyundai Glovis has unveiled Boston Dynamics’ logistics robot, “Stretch.” Designed for high-speed and precision de-palletizing, Stretch enhances warehouse and logistics operations by efficiently handling containerised cargo. Hyundai Glovis also introduced its new smart logistics center currently under construction at Incheon Airport. 

Another first-time exhibitor, Hyundai AutoEver, a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Group, presented its “NEO Factory” solution, an SDF (Software-Defined Factory) system that enables autonomous manufacturing. The NEO Factory system integrates advanced automation technologies to optimize production capacity and capital efficiency. 

Schneider Electric (France), a global leader in industrial automation, is celebrating its 50th anniversary in Korea with an exhibition under the theme “50 Years of Innovation: A Sustainable IMPACT for Smart Factory.” The company is showcasing machine automation solutions and robotics innovations that enhance human-machine collaboration and advance Industry 5.0 smart manufacturing environments, with a strong 

The Smart Logistics Pavilion features leading global logistics companies, including AutoStore (Norway), Libiao Robotics (China), Techman Robot (Taiwan), and CMES (Korea). These companies are showcasing Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), logistics robots, and AI-powered logistics automation systems. Additionally, top collaborative robot manufacturers such as Universal Robots, the world’s No. 1 cobot company, and HD Hyundai Robotics, Korea’s leading industrial robot manufacturer, are demonstrating the latest advancements in automation technology. 

During the exhibition, more than 200 expert-led conferences are taking place, including the “2025 Industrial Intelligence Conference” and the “AI Autonomous Manufacturing Innovation Forum.” These sessions provide a platform to discuss trends in manufacturing innovation and autonomous production. 

For the first time, the “AW Open Innovation Round” is being held, selecting the top six innovative manufacturing startups and connecting them with large and mid-sized enterprises for business collaborations and investment opportunities. 

To support global business expansion, the Korea International Trade Association (KITA) is hosting 1:1 export consultation meetings between 23 international buyers from 9 countries, including Indonesia’s largest telecom company, Telkomsel, and 100 Korean companies. 

This year’s Smart Factory & Automation World is expected to set a new attendance record, with over 60,000 pre-registered attendees and a total of approximately 80,000 visitors. More than 1,000 international buyers from Germany, Japan, China, Singapore, Indonesia, and Vietnam are visiting Korea, solidifying AW 2025’s status as Asia’s leading industrial exhibition.

Lee Dong-ki, CEO of COEX, emphasised that AW 2025 provides a unique opportunity to witness firsthand how AI and robotics are transforming manufacturing. He expressed his hope that the innovations showcased at Asia’s top manufacturing innovation exhibition will help businesses discover new opportunities and breakthroughs.