Impressive figures capped off MTA Vietnam 2019

The premier precision engineering, machine tools and metalworking exhibition – MTA Vietnam made its return and continued to showcase a strong line-up of advanced products together with many enjoyable alongside activities. 

Additive manufacturing, a driver of thoughtful change

Markus Lindemann, Head of Laser Technology Asia Pacific, TRUMPF Pte Ltd shares his proficiency in additive manufacturing and encourages customers to have an open mind set.  

Laser welding in sheet metal processing

Sheets are cut, punched and shaped. But then it’s important to carry out the connections quickly, easily and cleanly. Here, laser welding is the logical continuation of the process chain.  

Engineering creativity using model-based generative engineering tools

The development of safe and efficient electrical designs has become a critical task as the automotive industry moves towards large scale system developments such as electrified powertrains and autonomous driving. 

Advances in tinning line using tension multi roll leveler

Electrolytic tinplate (ETP) is one of high-end products by cold rolling and deep processing, a new type of high-value-added corrosion resistant material. 

Philippine construction - Key trends and opportunities

The total construction project pipeline in the Philippines including all mega projects with a value above US$25 million - stands at PHP19.1 trillion (US$361.6 billion). 

3D measurement responds to steel making challenges

FARO 3D Laser Scanner optimises erosion inspection of high-temperature materials for steel industries. Mr. QUAH Beng Chieh, Head of Marketing (Asia Pacific), FARO Technologies shared how the company’s 3D scanners can overcome the challenges in steel making inspections.  

Hoffmann: Full steam ahead

Members of the Executive Board, Martin Reichenecker, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer and Borries Schüler, Strategic Product Management (CPO) Borries talked about Hoffmann’s long history, what’s happening now in the company and plans for future.

Precision is brought to the table

Mr Ludwig explains the concept behind Integrated Granite + Motion platform, which is significantly more flexible and scalable than conventional positioning tables, and his market strategy.  

GNT showcases plant-based color concepts at Fi Asia 2019

GNT will present several concepts including how to add some wow factor to products like instant noodles and more at Fi Asia from 11-13 in Bangkok.

Start up of Clariant's Catofin catalyst in China

Clariant announced the successful startup of the world’s largest dehydrogenation plant using Clariant’s CATOFIN® catalyst technology.   

Southeast Asia: a wild card in the global plastics industry

Southeast Asia is very attractive for key industries, and the region is now embracing salient issues relating to fuel efficiency, recycling and adoption of smart manufacturing.