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by step and according to need. The The initial pivot point of the digital or even the product itself – must also be
production managers know best which transformation is to adapt the digitized. In addition, objects subject to
utility can be expected from digitization. manufacturing processes using sensors. wear, like bearings in motors and drives,
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all production com¬ponents, down to so that production islands agree with 3rd Key: Vertical Networking
the smallest part in the manufacturing one another and with the product (if Cloud networking to servers openly
process, be included. necessary), without requiring higher- available online – designated as the
This is why the sensor system – and level production control processors. This “public cloud’ – gener-ates some serious
its integration – is one of the most horizontal networking applies beyond thought, as this could open up access
important enablers for a digitized internal production processes to include to the production process around the
factory. “A complete digital process map external logistics for the manufacturing world under certain circumstances. In
is fundamental for enabling targeted process. The supply of raw materials, the vertical networking of the digitized
direction of processes,” states Hempen. and their disposal, should also be linked factory, the distinction between
The integration of this new variety of into logistics as needed. open cloud applications and vertical
sensors, in the most cost-efficient way, The multiple communication lines in networking to external manufacturing
is a basic pillar for the digitized factory the WAGO PFC Controller meet the computers belonging to the company
and an enormous challenge, which requirements for these applications, in should be carefully maintained.
WAGO has addressed. Because the order to operate multiple clients with Through protected accesses to one’s
WAGO-I/O-SYSTEM 750 offers more different communication protocols own severs, for example, using VPN,
than 500 I/O modules in a compact size from one node. Thus, communication https, and other individual encryption
with high scalability, WAGO can offer the with the upstream and downstream methods, and encrypted communication
market’s most diverse system for sensor manufacturing islands can be performed in private client server topologies, the
integration. from the controller; in addition, Internet structure is merely employed
communication is possible with the as a network. This architecture,
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2nd Key: Horizontal Networking product itself through Bluetooth , and designated as the ‘‘private cloud’’,
Production processes are divided via Ethernet TCP/ IP to the higher- differs substantially from the public
into multiple manufacturing steps. To level production guidance systems. cloud in both its server landscape and in
create an optimal production process, This all occurs through separated the server connection to publicly rented
all participating production islands communication paths in the controller. server landscapes.
must be networked. This also enables The WAGO Controller guarantees these Regardless of whether the cloud is
module-to module communication, multiple communication characteristics. ‘‘private’’ or ‘‘public,’’ both cases concern
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play a substantial role. Production
data are valuable, and require specific
protection. A great deal of responsibility
is transferred to the WAGO PFC
Controllers and Couplers because of
their multiple communication access
capabilities. The controllers, with
their Linux operating system, have
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encryption stan¬dards according to
TLS1.2 (SSH, FTPS, HTTPS, etc.) and
offer onboard VPN functionality based
on the strongSwan package, one of
the secure communication solutions
for Linux operating systems. During
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communication with a PFC200, an
encrypted LAN/WLAN connection
the vertical linkage from the production With Cloud Data Control, WAGO also can be established, and the contents
model beyond corporate boundaries. offers a solution that presents a link of those interchanges can only be
For B-to-C firms, access to servers can between the elements of the real and understood by the two endpoints.
be facilitated for end consumers, for the digital worlds. It manages and Connections are established only after
example, enabling them to place an monitors all WAGO PFC Controllers, successful authentication.
order directly at the production module. their applications and data. In addition, Establishing a VPN connection occurs
WAGO’s controllers offer integrated connections to third-party solutions according to the OpenVPN and IPsec
remote access which converts to an IoT can be established, by using the standards. While IPsec is encrypted in
Gateway (Internet of Things Gateway). MQTT protocol, among others, like a operating systems in layer-3 (layer-1
In addition to the actual controller, proprietary customer server with OPC = physical communication, layer-2 =
parallel communication protocols can UA communication. data layer link), OpenVPN ensures
be integrated through which access data integrity at the application level
can be established. Physical access can 4th Key: IT Security (layer-7). This results in communi¬cation
occur via Ethernet or the mobile phone When production data are detected connections between the controllers
network, while logical access takes and transmitted, IT security must and network access points that cannot
place via MQTT. As with horizontal
networking, multiple communication
access to the WAGO controller
enables access by different clients to
the controller. Status information, like
run/stop, connection status, device
information, and variables defined in the
IEC program can thus be transmitted
to the cloud and visualized. Variables
can be defined via the program that can
determine which will be transmitted to
the cloud and which must be protected.
This means that sensitive data does not
leave the company.
The user determines whether the
controller sends the data to major
cloud providers, like Microsoft Azure,
Amazon Web Services, or IBM Bluemix.
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be bugged or manipulated by third
parties. WAGO’s controllers from
the PFC100/200 family include an
integrated managed switch that can
be used to implement additional lines
or redundant ETHERNET connections.
This also enables the broadband limit
function directly in the switch. In turn,
it also allows through integration in
ring structures, or redundant coupling
to the network infrastructure. User
administration and access protocols,
like HTTPS, FTPS, SNMPV3, and SSH,
are likewise integrated. Disconnectable
ports, MAC whitelisting, and firewalls
additionally increase security. Finally,
the loggers for all configurations on the method in 2015, which is currently on The MTP is thus an important
WAGO controllers ensure additional a path to becoming the international component, embedded in the DIMA
security. standard. method for solving the demands
The PFC100/PFC200 are Content forms the standard for made by Industry 4.0 for modular
characterized by a cross-platform interfaces between the manufacturing systems that are not merely modularly
real-time Linux system, which is modules and a higher-level production constructed, but also modularly
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available as an open-source operating control processor. Thanks to automated. This forms an essential
system that can be scaled, updated standardization, manufacturing modules foundation for the autonomous, self-
and supports tools such as Rsync. can be replaced without adaptation monitoring factory. System modules
Basically, the user should be able to take in the production control processor. can thus be flexibly combined with one
precautions in less critical applications: This is comparable to exchanging another independent of manufacturer,
Unsecured protocols, like Telnet, the printer used by a PC, which the which then forms the basis for even
http, FTP, or SNMP can be avoided user can immediately activate due to more flexibility and versatility.
for critical applications. These should standardized printer drivers. DIMA
rely on encrypted protocols instead. MTP likewise uses a software driver Conclusion
Unnecessary ports (protocols) should be for the production modules: The “MTP Digitization in production is a necessary
de-activated. Default passwords should – Module Type Package”. Like a driver development that brings stability
naturally be changed each time, and for a printer, the MTP contains a digital and increases added value – it is
user roles should be assigned. description for the manufacturing also becoming more important with
module, and thus the virtual description increasing international competition and
5th Key: Modularity of a system that is physically available. rising product customization. The digital
Production must react with flexiblity The MTP describes the functions factory – smart factory – is presented
and versatility to challenges incurred of the production module, its visual as a reference architectural model of
by increasingly shorter product life representation in the production control Industry 4.0 by ZVEI, and describes the
cycles, paired with significantly lower processor, diagnostic information, essential challenges. WAGO responds
batch numbers down to lot size 1, and technical data. It is designed in to these challenges with solutions
without increasing manufacturing costs. Automation ML, and is generated by the for sensor integration, horizontal and
The necessary versatility can only be PLC software program in the production vertical networking, IT security, and
created by modularity in the production module. At WAGO, it is possible to modularity.
process. This applies to both production generate the MTP as easily as pressing
modules, and automation across the a button due to the programming
entire man¬ufacturing process. This is behind the WAGO e!COCKPIT For more information,
why WAGO introduced the DIMA MTP Engineering tool. Website: www.wago.com/in
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Now With New Accessories –
Slimline AZM150 Solenoid Interlock
The DHS-150 door handle system is especially suited to heavy swing doors
ith the new practical DHS-
150 door handle system, the
Wslimline AZM150 solenoid
interlock from Schmersal is now even
easier to use. The ergonomic DHS-150
avoids the need for a separate door
handle and is suitable for machine
enclosures or fencing and for all
standard aluminium profiles with a
width of 40 mm. The robust door bolt is
particularly useful on heavy swing doors
and in for use in harsh environments.
One benefit of the new accessory is
that the actuator is pre-positioned by the
bolt in the DHS system, thus ensuring
its optimal insertion into the device. This
gives the system stability against lateral
forces. In the event of lateral forces on
interlocks that cannot be overcome, the
safety door will not be opened – thus
causing delays in the production process. The AZM150 solenoid interlock has electromechanical in design and can be
In this regard, the DHS-150 door an interlocking force of 1500 Newtons combined with a high safety standard:
handle system, in conjunction with the and is characterised by a slimline, the interlock is supplied with a low
AZM150 solenoid interlock, contributes space-saving design. In addition, it coding level as standard, or optionally
to improved system availability. can be combined with three different with a high coding level in accordance
In addition, the actuators for with ISO 14119. The DHS-150 door
DHS-150 door handle different attachment handle system can be used with the B1
system is also equipped situations. A positive straight actuator for the standard version
with an integrated of the interlock is as well as for the individually coded
locking device (LOTO). the rotating actuator version. The B1 actuator is supplied
This locking tag head which can be with the high coding level version of the
function protects locked with ease by device, but must be ordered separately
operating staff from simple placement for use with the standard version.
mistakenly being locked on the cover, rather
inside larger, walk-in than being bolted into
systems and machines place. The rotating
while they are performing servicing and actuator head with its two insertion slots
repair work. The locking device ensures enables various installation positions
that the door of the protective device and actuating options and makes the For more information,
cannot be closed and unintentional interlock particularly versatile in use. Email: [email protected]
machine start-up is prevented. The AZM150 solenoid interlock is Website: www.schmersal.in
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How Does a Digital-Platform Framework
Help you Achieve Your Objectives?
ndustrie 4.0 introduced the concept industrial sector digital platforms refer to industry, the image below highlights
of automating industrial workflows to service-oriented platforms that support the industry-specific nature of a digital-
Ireduce errors, increase shop-floor safety, communication, data collection, and platform framework that supports
and increase productivity. The concept analysis within a facility. These digital industrial use cases.
behind automating these workflows rests platforms become the framework for The framework provides extensive
on developing a framework of digital managing an industrial enterprise’s IT and support for the edge, near-edge, smart,
industrial solutions with the ability to interrelated OT infrastructure. and automated systems deployed within
drive interconnectivity, capture data, and Digital platforms leverage a centralized the shop floor. The framework showcases
analyze the captured data to empower computing resource framework – the the storage and computing assets
automated systems with machine cloud or on-premises infrastructure – to needed to power a digital platform, the
vision or machine-learning capabilities. host applications and app development data-producing devices, and the apps for
Integrating the use of a digital platform tools. These applications and tools such collecting and analyzing captured data.
provides the enabling environment that as APIs or machine-utilization apps The insight and data captured within the
digital technologies require for delivering can either be generic to every industry framework are accessed using the web
the benefits of Industrie 4.0. or industry-specific applications. For and mobile apps, as can be seen from
example, using a digital platform built to Figure 1. The capabilities of the average
What are digital-platform support manufacturing digitalization gives digital platform can be categorized as
frameworks? manufacturers the tools to develop very offering the following:
The traditional concept of digital platforms technical apps from scratch that wouldn’t • Access control – This capability defines
refers to the interfaces such as Facebook, be found in the average Play Store or the endpoints that can gain access to
Twitter, and Instagram that dominate iTunes Store. platform data and networks. Access-
the social-media space. However, in the Focusing on the manufacturing control management is responsible for
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securing an enterprise’s IT framework A digital-platform framework brings all manufacturers to test and implement
through verification & permission tools. digitalization tools used within a singular diverse strategies. Examples include
• Event processing – Identifying and virtual environment. Thus, a manufacturer leveraging machine data and web-
processing important events occurring gets a singular environment for managing based interfaces or HMIs to remotely
within a digital platform helps with real- every digital and physical asset deployed monitor asset performance levels or
time decision-making. A platform with within the shop floor from a single specific shop-floor operations. The
event-processing capabilities enables platform. interconnectivity a digital platform
users to automate specific tasks such Familiarity with the base goals of supports powers the application of
as inspections and monitoring actions. the OPC Foundation and its drive to monitoring strategies.
• External-integration support – unify both IT and OT assets highlight • Validation and testing – Reducing
Generally, digital-platform frameworks the importance of a unifying digital failure rates when implementing
function alongside standalone framework. Using a centralized digital new technologies or strategies
applications or systems such as ERP platform, enterprises can: within the shop floor is important to
software. A digital platform must • Build and support industry-specific reducing implementation costs. A
support the integration of external apps – Manufacturers can leverage centralized digital platform provides
systems that are crucial to industrial digitized frameworks and the tools the tools for assessing the effects of
operations. within them to create unique apps implementations using VR headsets or
that handle machine data according analytics software to analyze related
Leveraging digital platforms to to defined goals. The framework can data sets.
implement Industrie 4.0 also integrate apps such as capacity-
With approximately 81% of planning software that utilize shop-floor Build or buy digital industrial
manufacturing enterprises adopting data for accurate analysis. Using APIs, solutions: digital-platform
increasingly advanced digital- the software automates the collection frameworks
transformation solutions, providing of related shop-floor data to execute Manufacturers interested in adopting
answers to the question “Why go the the requested analyses. digital platforms to ease manufacturing
digital route?” is no longer valid. Today, • Implement remote and condition- operations have two choices before them
everyone understands the productivity monitoring strategies – The – build your platform from scratch or buy
and operational benefits that come centralization of IT resources and digital into an existing platform. Making the right
with embracing digital transformation. industrial-solutions support empower decision involves understanding some
important factors. These considerations
include:
• Building cost – The infrastructure
required to build a digital platform from
scratch are considerable. These costs
include hardware purchases such as
storage discs capable of supporting big
data sets and supporting computers.
Other costs involved include housing
the infrastructure and paying for the
labor incurred when building and
configuring a digital platform.
• In-house competency – Building,
managing, and maintaining a digital
platform is a task that must be executed
around the clock. There are no days
off. A dedicated staff with the ability
to respond to security incidents
and downtime triggers is required.
For example, the recommended
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building and management process successful data breaches. The negative
involves adopting the CICD tenets of effects of misconfiguration once again
constant development and continuous raise the question of how competent
integration to safeguard and build a the in-house personnel are at building
functioning platform. Manufacturers and managing a digital platform?
who lack the technical personnel to zation is an important consideration for
implement these processes will have to manufacturers interested in competing Conclusion
build new IT departments to handle the with their global peers. If the build time The decision to buy or build rests on the
management process. for an individual manufacturer is exten- shoulders of C-level executives who must
• Level of customization – The sive, this means the manufacturer ends consider their industrial enterprise’s key
manufacturing industry is known for up playing catch-up with others already competencies before deciding. The cost
its industry-specific applications and utilizing a digital platform. and technical requirements for building
platforms. Therefore, instead of IoT, IIoT • Security – Many manufacturing digital platforms make purchasing a more
is the term used within the industrial enterprises which choose to build attractive option for small and medium-
sector. Deciding to build must account point at security challenges as the sized businesses. However, large
for the need to customize and configure deciding factor behind building their businesses that choose to build generally
the platform to meet industrial platforms. 75% of enterprises name partner with reputable industrial-
requirements. From the purchasing side, cloud security as their biggest challenge solutions providers to meet their building
customization must also be considered with purchasing digital solutions, and requirements.
because a generic digital platform is these concerns are legitimate. Although
unlikely to provide the optimization building your platform provides a For more information,
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Fronius India: Partnering with customers
on the journey towards sustainable and
efficient battery charging
Balancing efficiency & sustainability Step by step towards more How electric forklifts can be charged
For over 75 years, Fronius Perfect sustainability in an energy and cost-efficient way:
Charging has been a leading expert It is vitally important for Fronius that every Reducing electricity costs is currently
in advanced and sustainable charging stage in their process is sustainable. The highly ranked on the industry’s to-do
of traction and starter batteries. charging technology and infrastructure list from an ecological and economical
Customers from the intralogistics and from Fronius is built with a low material perspective. That is why energy-efficient
automotive industry are convinced by the input and is characterized by a long solutions are required, which also applies
performance, efficiency and reliability of service life due to the use of robust to electrically operated forklift systems.
the Fronius portfolio. components. In addition, the chargers Significant saving potential is unlocked
In addition to the high-quality charging can be upgraded with the latest software when an optimized setup of battery,
technology for lead-acid and lithium- release, allowing them to be used for industrial truck & intelligent chargers is
ion batteries, the experts from Fronius years to come. realized.
Perfect Charging offer a comprehensive Besides the product characteristics,
range of services and consulting. The Fronius Perfect Charing also supports Reduction of energy consumption
aspiration is to help customers to reduce customers on their journey towards Energy-efficient charging technologies
their electricity consumption and costs more sustainability with all-in-one from Fronius Perfect Charging help in
as well as to improve their CO balance customised solutions. By combining the saving energy: Selectiva 3.0 chargers
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and performance with an optimal charging technology with an innovative are particularly gentle and effective
individual charging solution. In this way, photovoltaic system, for instance, during charging due to their high
Fronius supports customers in becoming companies can contribute to a greener overall efficiency. The patented Ri-
“Best in TCO” while achieving their environment and benefit from energy charging process ensures that each
sustainability goals. savings at the same time. process is individually adapted to the
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age, temperature, and state of charge time or on weekend days, he can take conditions, regardless of manufacturer
of the battery. Overcharging can be advantage of lower rates. and technology - always with the aim of
avoided, only the energy that is required reducing costs and increasing availability
is supplied. Compared to conventional Identify additional savings potential and performance. Based on the identified
charging technology, the energy Using the software tool, I-SPoT potential, the Fronius specialists support
consumption can be reduced up to 30 Calculator Smat, the total operating the user regarding the charging process,
percent. The service life of the battery costs (costs over the lifetime) can be battery technology and networking
can be extended up to 10 to 15 percent. calculated, and minimization of power solutions. Fronius Perfect Charging
consumption can be determined with the follows a holistic approach and
Time-controlled charging help of the optimal charging technology supports customers from analysis and
Fleet operators can also save electricity - individually for different company advice to conception and planning to
and costs by using the calendar function locations and individual departments. implementation and ongoing support.
integrated in the Selectiva 3.0 battery The starting point and the sequence
chargers. If the user starts the process can thus be exactly determined for For future-proof intralogistics: Fronius
in individual charging stations or rooms the optimization measures as well as supports you in making your company
at intervals of 15 minutes, for example, knowing how high the savings are fit for the future: Be it by switching
there is no increased cumulative power compared to 50 Hz or HF technology. to electric powered forklifts in your
requirement at the beginning of charging. intralogistics, the use of efficient chargers
Peaks in the network load can thus be Use of energy analysis or the combination of battery charging
avoided. Fluctuating electricity tariffs, The Fronius Perfect Charging experts technology and photovoltaics.
which in many cases depend on the time are available for a more detailed analysis
or day, can also be effectively managed and energy consulting, evaluating For more information,
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MEL RACING TOWARDS 20
EL Services is a professionally managed company
that was set up in the year 2002. Our primary focus
Mof operations has been in terms of sales, service and
supply of spare parts for unit material handling equipment.
Over the years our Services have become the go to name in
this field because of excellent quality and strict adherence to
commitments. Today, we boast of a leadership team spanning
over 100 years of experience that strives every day to make
the material handling industry better with innovative products
and problem solving solutions.
In this journey of ours, we have grown exponentially and are
pleased to have reached several milestones. In these years, we
have catered to more than 2000 clients with over 250 certified
testimonials. To create such strong and lasting relationships
we needed an equally strong team. Today, we have more than
100 qualified and experienced team members that service our
esteemed clients across 4 business vertices and with 3000+
offerings for our customers.
Humble Beginnings
However, all this success was not achieved overnight. As
they say, Rome was not built in a day. We have our mentors,
team members, customers, and supporters to thank for this
phenomenal achievement. As a company, MEL will now be
completing two decades in the challenging MHE industry. We
wish to share this journey with you and would like to tell more
about our journeymen, contributors, and bellwethers who have
helped us reach this milestone.
Our story dates back to 2002 when our founding members
Mr. Sunilkumar Gopalan, Mr. Satish Utsoorikar and Mr. Avinash dynamic business development team. Our team is our strength
Sahasrabudhe came together to set up an organization that can and aim to make it even robust. Hence, we undertake monthly
revolutionize the Material Handling industry. Their vision brought appreciation and feedback sessions to ensure transparent and
in waves of innovation and quality service. It is rare to see such a clear communication with our talented team.
lasting bond between the founders and we are delighted to see We initially started our operations from a small office in Pune.
that they have maintained their bond for 2 decades and aim to But with our efforts and hardwork, we quickly opened another
keep it constant for years to come. office in Chinchwad. And since then, there has been no turning
As with any other organization, we back. Over time, we opened up two major
had a humble beginning. Our founders spaces, one at Kothrud, Pune and the other
were the initial 3 member team and one at Chikhali. Operating in those two
then steadily talented individuals started set-ups was extra special for us because
coming in. Today we have grown to a those new office spaces were now owned
100+ member team and have a pan-India by the company. Today we have more than
presence. Our company is well equipped 10,000 sq.ft of personalized office space and
with a team of qualified service engineers have developed a deep-rooted infrastructure
who are supervised by experienced and to support the needs of the ever-growing
efficient managers and are powered by a industry.
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Working Our Way Up older vehicles into electric locomotives. We
We kicked off our journey in the MHE cater to a large variety of electric mobility
industry as an OEM distributor. We chose application solutions ranging from floor
this segment because of our previous cleaning machines to transfer cars and from
expertise and knowledge in it. We attracted rail tuggers to AGVs. Our expertise lies
dealerships and distributorships from major in electric mobility solutions for robotics,
brands across the nation and slowly built amusement vehicles, golf cars, and material
our client base. As a company we have handling equipment. And as we also
always believed in creating long-lasting take our social responsibility seriously,
relationships. This philosophy has helped we provide electric mobility solutions for
us attract and maintain the nation’s leading personal uses such as electric wheelchairs
OEM suppliers. and off-road mobile scooters among others.
Over these years we have gained During this journey of two decades, our
unmatched trust and we are proud to say focus has been on creating a strong and
that we are Authorized Dealers of OEMs trusted brand. The core of our organization
like Curtis Instruments India Pvt. Ltd., is a great structure and at MEL Services we
Eternity Technologies, TVS Sirius Controls have structured down our successful sectors
& Rema Technology Co., Ltd. As our motto into various trustworthy brands:
of creating lasting relationships, we are MEL SERVICES for sales and services of
delighted to say that all our associates are all kinds of Material Handling Equipment
still with us. and Spares, MELFORKS for all kinds of
After setting up the OEM vertical, we Manufacturing & Sales of Warehousing
gradually took the next step of renting out Equipment needs, MEL Rental for MHE
customized MHE Solutions to manufacturers renting solutions and for the best and
across the country. We formed a brand most reliable Lithium Ion batteries we
named MEL Rental for this sector. In this we manufacture under MEL Lithium.
rent out equipment as well as our expertise to guide clients Our growth is directly linked to the growth of our associates
into renting the right machinery and manpower to fulfill their and customers. Today is the age of instant and constant
material handling needs. Our focus is on catering to their connections. As a company we value our associates and clients
demands leading to their growth. and wish to be at their service at all instances. Hence, to better
We then moved to the segment of manufacturing and serve our customers, we have developed a high-tech Mobile
selling warehousing equipment and formed a brand named Application - MEL Connect. It helps our users to order Material
MELFORKS. This vertical was always of interest because Handling Accessories and Equipment within a few taps on
of its immense potential. After setting up our brand in the their smartphones. This initiative has helped us to connect with
distributorship and rental of MHE, we advanced our expertise our audiences more easily and completely revolutionize the
for in-house manufacturing of Warehousing Equipment experience of availing products in the industry.
and self-developed sales for it. Our premium build quality
and commendable after-sales service has helped us grow Looking Ahead
sustainably in the manufacturing space. We are about to complete 20 years in business and we
take this opportunity to sincerely thank and acknowledge
Adapting with Time the support, trust and faith of all our customers, supporters,
William J Clinton rightly said, “Follow the trend lines not the vendors and associates. We believe that these 20 years have
headlines’ ‘. Today’s market trend suggests Electric Mobility just laid the foundation for even bigger things to come. As a
and MEL as a company realize it. To support the electric leading company in the industry, MEL aims to stay in business
revolution in our country, we have developed our in-house, for years to come and generate great opportunities across the
very own, Indian brand for Lithium Ion Battery Packs - MEL globe in the future.
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• A robust motor ensures you need less maintenance. • Make the most of your work area
• Designed for more than a million applications • Flexible tool suitable for many different industry applications
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Truck Loading-Unloading Conveyors
We have expertise in manufacturing and supply of variety of Material Handling and other Automation Systems. Based on this
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Truck loading conveyors are widely required for Semi- Automatic material Handling Applications. The offered conveyors are
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Push button operatable height adjustment for comfortable and easy unloading up to 20 feet inside the truck makes it most
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• Time Saver – Optimizes loading/Unloading time. Belt Type Rough Top PVC Belt
• Economical – Less human labour required.
• Virtually zero maintenance. Adjustable Height 700-2500 mm
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• Portable - With heavy duty wheels.
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TEXSPIN - INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS
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EXSPIN since its inception in 1961 and tested by TEXSPIN includes various more compact products by leveraging
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has made a significant contribution design and analysis steps. These are the strengths of these technical areas.
Tto the automotive industry as well supported by CAD/CAM/CAE tools. By providing eco-friendly products,
a provider of unparalleled innovative Building resilience in design requires TEXSPIN aims to increase customer
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solutions and products primarily for everything from developing a design satisfaction and achieve long-term
the automotive and other engineering strategy to examining the topography and growth.
industries. Bearings are “green products” analysis of each component. TEXSPIN uses its knowledge
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that help reduce vehicle friction, pollution TEXSPIN reputation and performance of vehicle systems to develop and
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and fuel consumption. The strengths of is based on extensive experience in manufacture solutions for conventional
TEXSPIN are the tribology cultivated design, engineering and technology internal combustion engine, hybrid
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through bearing development, and the development. The constant growth of and all-electric powertrain customers.
heat treatment, precision processing, TEXSPIN is shaped by our own ideas Additionally, hydrogen and fuel cell
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and precision measurement required for and innovations technology hold great promise for the
bearing manufacturing. TEXSPIN R&D Centre strives to future of transportation. The increasing
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The quest for new ideas and be your development partner, aiming automation of driving functions up to fully
innovations to deliver specific solutions to build a symbiotic relationship with autonomous vehicles is increasing the
characterizes the continued growth you and become your thinking partner demand for chassis applications.
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automotive industry. The R&D centre products, components and systems. are managed in an integrated manner by
is equipped with the latest software We aim to become a development experienced project managers who are
technology to accurately simulate, partner of the automotive industry by an integral part of managing the activities,
analyse, validate, test and develop providing innovative technical products requirements, progress and solutions of
systems for various applications. and solutions. TEXSPIN has developed each project.
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The product life cycle model developed stronger, energy-saving, lighter and With an evolving technology
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environment and consumer expectations, on the performance and durability of make our products more effective, we
TEXSPIN is committed to providing plain and roller bearings. Downsizing always learn from experimentation.
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the most technologically advanced and can be faster in the current period TEXSPIN has a distinct identity of
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well-designed products. As a result of all while maintaining performance and providing end-to-end solutions for all
major research and development activities effectiveness. Next-generation storage customers’ technical needs. TEXSPIN
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of TEXSPIN , numerous patents are systems may be able to outperform has a dedicated, highly skilled team and
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pending internationally, including Europe, expectations under more demanding and state-of-the-art facilities for the design
USA, Indonesia, Japan, India, Malaysia restricted working conditions. and manufacture of specialty machinery,
and Mexico, 4 of which have already been The company’s pursuit of new automated assembly lines, and test and
granted. and improved technology is strongly verification equipment.
21st century bearings are expected encouraged by the TEXSPIN Test and With over 60 years of experience
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to perform better and extend their life Validation Centre. Our state-of-the-art and over 1500 experienced employees
under more demanding conditions. To test bench allows detailed analysis of engaged in manufacturing and sales,
achieve these high standards, TEXSPIN bearings using specially developed test TEXSPIN is committed to a culture
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continuously investigates new bearing solutions. These test solutions range from of quality and innovation, using quality
designs or improves current ones while driving dynamics to functional behaviour systems such as IATF – 16949: 2016,
using tribological and surface engineering of application and their components, striving to exceed the high standards of
methods to improve the microstructure. geometric behaviour to operational the automotive industry.
Recent years have seen the emergence of stability. The best way to estimate actual
a new generation of highly sophisticated, bearing life and reliability is the long-used
extremely powerful and compact Weibull analysis in TEXSPIN ‘s Reliability For more information,
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Our industry depends on several mechanical and electrical
systems to guarantee smooth, safe, and steady operation of
the sector. These systems and components are continuously
under running state and need to be regularly monitored for
any defects, under-performance or excessive load that can
lead to the failure of component or cause accidents. At times
there could be chances of component overheating, formation
of hotspot due to friction or load as well. Testo provides
infrared thermometer also called as IR guns for the non-
contact spot temperature measurement of working machine.
Ideal for use in the glass, ceramics, or the metal industry, testo
high temperature infrared thermometer is the professional as hand-held xenon stroboscope flashes high-intensity light
tool for a wide variety of thermal applications in the high that allows fast-moving objects to appear in slow motion
temperature range. while it measures and checks rotational and vibratory
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traction AC DC motors, blowers, fans, air compressor and Considering our most advanced solutions for instance,
other moving components. Sound level meter testo 816-1 our Electrical Instruments are very distinct and unique in
is designed specifically for measuring sound levels in the their features. They are excellent instruments to inspect the
workplace, and in industry and production. This profession electrical components, circuit failure threats and ensure timely
tool is used by the facility managers to measure the level troubleshooting. Along with that they ensure longevity and
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in right limits or any special hearing protection is required. It Testo brings out its latest and the smartest testing &
even includes features like data storage and analysis. measuring solutions such as the Smart Probes which equips
Also, the speed of so many rotating components is a critical the users with smart and easy measurement techniques
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engine and other parts moving at high frequency. RPM meter intuitively operated by smartphone via a free App. For HVACR
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FLIR Si124™
Industrial Acoustic Imaging Camera
LIR Si124 is an intelligent,
easy-to-use imaging
Fsystem designed to
visually show pressurized leaks
in compressed air systems
and display partial discharge
problems in high-voltage electrical
systems. This lightweight, one-handed
solution can help utility, manufacturing, and
engineering professionals identify effciency
loss and potential failures up to 10 times
faster than traditional methods. Built
with 124 microphones and a frequency
range that covers audible and ultrasound
(2 kHz to 65 kHz), the Si124 flters out industrial background noise to
produce precise acoustic imagery. The acoustic image is overlaid in real
time on top of a digital camera picture, which allows the user to accurately
pinpoint the source of the sound and classify problems. The Si124 features
a plugin that enables users to import acoustic images to FLIR Thermal
Studio suite for offline editing, analysis, and advanced report creation.
Field analysis and reporting can also be done using the FLIR Acoustic
Camera Viewer cloud service. Adopting the FLIR Si124 as part of a regular
maintenance routine, professionals can identify issues fast—helping www.flir.in/Si124
utilities keep the power flowing and manufacturing operations going.
FIND LEAKS 10x FASTER SEE PD AND CORONA VISUALIZE, CLASSIFY, QUANTIFY
Reduce electricity waste and optimize Minimize equipment failures & downtime Conduct offline and online analysis and
equipment performance that result from PD/corona issues reporting with FLIR Thermal Studio
• Pinpoint costly compressed air leaks in • Classify partial discharge type desktop suite or FLIR Acoustic Camera
noisy industrial environments including negative corona, positive and Viewer cloud software
• Instantly view the leak rate (l/min or negative corona, floating discharge, • Automatically upload, store, and back up
CFM) and estimate yearly energy cost and surface or internal discharge images and data to the cloud and conduct
• Extend compressor life by eliminating • Identify corona discharge day or deep analysis
wasted output night, allowing quick replacement • Quickly calculate estimated yearly energy
• Combine leak reporting with of defective components before a expense caused by a compressed air/
thermography inspection in FLIR catastrophic failure vacuum leak
Thermal Studio software • Operate the lightweight camera with • Assess whether service or replacement
one hand for safety and reduced strain are needed by classifying PD/corona types
instantly
• Determine the level of threat from partial
discharge with AI powered automatic
For more information, discharge classifcation, severity
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CG Smartor :
Smart Motors SMARTOR
Smart Motors SMARTOR large number of human resources. Data single screen in the maintenance room.
Maintenance 4.0 with AI recording and analysis of past trends is Data recorded can help you evaluate
India is emerging as the most advanced another area of concern. Many critical the equipment’s performance trend
country with respect to digitalisation operations do keep standby motors just and future performance issues, identify
and faster adaptation of Industry to reduce downtime; and this adds up to inefficiency and reduce operational and
4.0. Maintenance 4.0 concept which the cost of inventory. Failure of motors maintenance risks. CG’s Smart Motor
intersects Industry 4.0 which allows cause huge production loss and adds to offers a solution for the entire spectrum
facilities to predict when equipment cost of repair. of Rotating Machines and Equipment
failure might occur and take action to CG Smartor with Intelligent condition and also offers a comprehensive annual
prevent it. As a result, all our processes monitoring technology monitors the maintenance contract for your motors.
and systems are becoming smarter and health of these motors on real-time basis.
intelligent. Maintenance processes has Your motors will communicate its health There are enormous advantages with CG
been transformed from preventive to parameters to your devices like smart Smartor:
a predictive model. Maintenance 4.0 phones, laptops and can be connected 1. Less down time improves productivity
refers to the intelligent maintenance of to your maintenance software. These 2. Fully integrated system reduces
systems and equipment, since not only smart motors communicate through CG manpower
the integration, but also the ongoing smart sensors, which sense and measure 3. No standby equipment, saves cost
care and maintenance of the equipment self-performance on various key health 4. Predictive life of the equipment
is a decisive factor for efficiency and parameters. With Artificial Intelligence allows time for buying process
productivity. Rotating Machines i.e. built-in, it also provides corrective 5. Large data supports to analyse and
motor is the heart of every industrial actions to be performed as a preventive use to find trends. Helps to determine
application. At CG Industrial Division, measure. This saves the cost of actual cause and effect and it’s implication
we embrace the latest innovations by failure and production loss. for decision making
making your motors as Smartor with 6. Digital data files with high level of
built in Artificial Intelligence (AI), machine On Premises Solution with Large accuracy reduces gaps and mistakes
learning which allows facilities to predict Data 7. Smartor planned activities helps to
when equipment failure might occur and With this IIoT-based technology, CG optimise resources
take action to prevent it. offers On Premises Solution for total
Without Smartor, it is really plant connectivity of all equipment with Make your plant equipment Smarter
challenging to monitor the health smart sensors like Motors, Pumps, Gear with CG Smartor!
of these rotating machines with the Box, Fans etc. and the same can be
conventional walk-down method and integrated with your existing system to For more information,
monitoring systems. It also engages a understand overall performance on a Website: www.cgglobal.com
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ROOPLAXMI STEELS:
The expertise with experience
ooplaxmi Steels is a leading What Are Nickel Alloys?
Stockholder of Nickel Alloys, Nickel will alloy easily with most metals
RHastelloy, Inconel, Monel, Nickel such as copper, chromium, iron, and
Copper alloys, Titanium, Cobalt alloys, molybdenum. The addition of nickel to
Duplex, Stainless Steel and other Nickel other metals alters the properties of
based alloys in the form of round bars, the resulting alloy and can be used to
plate, Sheet, strip, wire, pipe, pipe produce desired characteristics such
fittings and flanges. as improved corrosion or oxidation
Nickel is a naturally occurring, resistance, increased high-temperature
lustrous, silvery-white metallic element. performance, or lower coefficients of
Nickel belongs to the transition metals thermal expansion.
and is hard and ductile. It has excellent
corrosion resistance. Nickel is widely TYPES OF NICKEL ALLOYS
used in over 300,000 products for Wrought Nickel
consumer, industrial, military, transport, Pure nickel UNS N02200 is used in
aerospace, marine and architectural the chemical industry for its corrosion
applications. Nickel has high Electrical resistance - particularly to alkalis. It is
conductivity and high temperature also used for its properties in shielding
resistance. against electromagnetic interference
and in transducers.
Nickel is a critical ingredient in the
lithium-ion batteries used in most Nickel-Iron Alloys
electric vehicles. These are used as soft magnetic
materials, as glass-to-metal seals
and as materials with defined thermal
expansion properties. where high dimensional stability is
Invar (UNS K93600), with 36% required, such as in precision measuring
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nickel and the remainder iron, is unique instruments and thermostat rods. It is
in having an almost zero coefficient also used at cryogenic temperatures
of thermal expansion around room because of its very low thermal
temperature. This makes it valuable expansion rates.
Nickel-Copper Alloys
Nickel-copper alloys are very resistant
to corrosion by salt water or seawater
and thus find application in marine
applications. The best-known is
Alloy 400.
Nickel-Molybdenum Alloys
These are highly resistant to reducing
acids in the absence of oxidizing ions,
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such as ferric and cupric or dissolved
oxygen. The best-known is Alloy B-2.
Nickel-Chromium Alloys
These are characterised by their high
resistance to corrosion at both normal
and high temperatures (resistance
to scaling), good high-temperature
strength and high electrical resistance.
There are three main groups of alloys:
• Ni-Cr (and also Ni-Cr-Fe) alloys
with high electrical resistance for
heating elements, such as 70-30
(UNS N06008) and C-Grade (UNS
N06004).
• Ni-Cr alloys (with Fe and other
alloying elements) with good
corrosion resistance. The best-known
are Alloy 600 (UNS N06600) and
Alloy 601 (UNS N06601)
• Ni-Cr alloys with high-temperature
strength and creep resistance, mostly N08825), which offers exceptional These include Alloy C-22 (N06022),
age-hardenable, such as Alloy X-750 resistance to sulphuric acid. Alloy 59 (N08059), Alloy C-2000 (UNS
(UNS N07750). N06200), and Alloy 686 (N06686).
Nickel-Chromium-Molybdenum Alloys
Nickel-Chromium-Iron Alloys With similar applications to nickel- Nickel-Chromium-Cobalt Alloys
There are basically two groups of alloys: molybdenum alloys, nickel-chromium- The addition of cobalt and molybdenum
• Ni – Cr – Fe alloys with excellent molybdenum alloys also provide high imparts solid-solution strengthening and
strength at high temperature and the corrosion resistance especially with high levels of creep-rupture strength.
ability to resist oxidation, carburization regard to reducing acids such as The best known is alloy 617 (UNS
and other types of high-temperature hydrochloric acid and sulfuric acid. One N06617).
corrosion. The best-known is alloy of the best known of these alloys is
800 (UNS N08800) and its variants Hastelloy C-276.
800H (UNS N08810) and 800HT There are a number of variants based
(UNS N08811). on this composition, which have modified
• Ni – Cr – Fe (with Mo and Cu) alloys the Cr and Mo levels and, in some cases,
with excellent corrosion resistance added Cu or W in order to extend the
in specific applications. Probably corrosion resistance to conditions that For more information,
the best-known is alloy 825 (UNS are more oxidizing or more reducing. Website: www.rooplaxmisteels.com
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FEATURES
● Resistance range : 0.001mΩ～300.0KΩ KM OHM 8501
● Data storage : 500 Sets
● USB data upload function
● Charging function
● Detection method : Four-wire method test
● Test current : ≥1A
● USB interface : With micro USB interface
● Insulation resistance : More than 10MΩ
(Between circuit and case 500V)
● Electromagnetic properties : IEC61010-4-3,
Wireless frequency electromagnetic field≤1V/m
● Safety : IEC61010-1, CAT III 600V,
HANDHELD DC RESISTANCE TESTER (10A)
KM OHM 8502
FEATURES
● Mainly used for measurement of Transformer DC Resistance
● Resistance range : 10.0mΩ - 50.00KΩ
● Detection method : The four-wire test
● Measuring current : 10A, 5A,1A, 0.1A,10mA,1mA
● Maximum short circuit current : 10A
● Insulation resistance : More than 10MΩ
(Between circuit and case 500V)
● Electromagnetic properties : IEC61010-4-3, Wireless frequency electromagnetic field≤1V/m
● Self Discharge ● Backlight for dark place ● Touch screen operation
● USB interface ● Data Storage 500 groups ● Data Access function
● Safety : IEC61010-1, CAT III 600V
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