Author: Ganesh Mahale
Once considered traditional workhorses, hydraulics and pneumatics are now at the forefront of industrial transformation. In 2025, these technologies are evolving rapidly through digital integration, intelligent automation, and a renewed focus on sustainability. No longer just about raw power, today’s fluid power systems deliver precision, real-time control, and smart connectivity. According to Market Research Future, the global hydraulics, pneumatics, and actuator market is expected to grow from USD 45.54 billion in 2025 to USD 60.58 billion by 2034, at a CAGR of 3.22%. This growth is being powered by next-generation innovations from leading vendors and rising adoption across industries. Smart…
In 2025, machine vision has evolved far beyond its origins in basic visual inspection—it now stands as a foundational technology powering intelligent automation across manufacturing, logistics, pharmaceuticals, and more. With rapid advancements in AI, high-resolution optics, and edge computing, machine vision systems are transforming into highly capable “digital eyes” that not only see but understand and act. The global machine vision market, valued at USD 15.83 billion in 2025, is projected to reach USD 23.63 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 8.3% (MarketsandMarkets), signaling its deepening role in Industry 4.0 ecosystems. New Technologies & Innovations from Vendors AI-Powered…
Mumbai, August 12, 2025 – Taiwan Excellence makes a powerful return to Automation Expo India 2025 with its largest-ever pavilion, featuring over 44 cutting-edge solutions from 22 Taiwanese companies. The exhibit highlights Taiwan’s innovation in smart manufacturing, AI robotics, industrial electronics, smart control, and sustainability. Under the theme “Green Vision, Smart Manufacturing, the Taiwan Excellence Pavilion features a futuristic installation that combines nature and technology, centered with a symbolic ‘Tree of Eternity’ integrated with an industrial robotic arm – one of the most visually impactful displays on site. The exhibit is organized into three themed zones to spotlight Taiwan’s industrial…
In 2025, Field Instrumentation has emerged as a cornerstone of industrial transformation—evolving from basic measurement tools to intelligent, connected systems that drive operational excellence. As industries face mounting pressure to improve safety, efficiency, and sustainability, smart instrumentation is enabling real-time insights and proactive decision-making at the field level. The global process automation and instrumentation market, valued at USD 77.01 billion in 2025, is projected to grow to USD 100.11 billion by 2030, with field instruments commanding a strong 44% share in 2024. This growth is fueled by breakthrough innovations from leading technology vendors and a shift toward intelligent, autonomous operations.…
As industries worldwide push for greater efficiency, safety, and sustainability, Process Automation is undergoing a significant transformation. Traditionally rooted in sectors like oil & gas, chemicals, power, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, and water treatment, process automation is evolving beyond mere control systems into an intelligent, data-driven ecosystem. In 2025, the convergence of advanced sensors, edge computing, AI/ML, and cloud platforms is reshaping how process industries operate—and redefining their business models. Key Technology Trends Driving Process Automation AI-Powered Process Control & Optimization Process control systems are becoming significantly smarter with the seamless integration of AI. Leading vendors like Honeywell, Emerson, and…
As we move through 2025, industrial automation is no longer a futuristic concept—it’s a competitive necessity. With smarter systems, AI-driven processes, and digital twins becoming mainstream, automation is rapidly reshaping operations across diverse sectors. From precision-driven aerospace components to high-volume food packaging, automation trends are unlocking new levels of efficiency, quality, and adaptability. Here’s how various industries are evolving under the automation wave in 2025. Automotive Industry: Driving with Intelligence The automotive industry remains a frontrunner in automation adoption. In 2025, intelligent manufacturing cells, collaborative robots (cobots), and AI-powered quality inspection are now standard in Tier 1 and OEM plants.…
The story of Kumbhojkar Plastic Moulders began in 1968, when visionary entrepreneur Arun Kumbhojkar laid the foundation of a small venture named Plastic Moulders, Poona. What started in a modest garage with a single injection hand moulding machine gradually evolved into one of India’s most trusted names in plastic product innovation. Renamed Kumbhojkar Plastic Moulders in 1980, the company continues to be recognized for its unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. Marking over five decades of dedicated service to Indian industry, Kumbhojkar Plastic Moulders has built an enduring legacy based on innovation, quality, and customer-centric growth. Founded with…
As India rapidly embraces Industry 4.0, automation and robotics are no longer optional—they are essential tools for increasing productivity, ensuring consistent quality, and staying competitive in global markets. Whether in automotive plants, electronics assembly lines, logistics warehouses, or food processing units, robots are transforming how materials are handled, assembled, and packed. But the performance of these robots depends not only on their speed or programming—it hinges on how reliably they can pick, hold, and place parts. This is where gripping systems, especially vacuum-based solutions, play a defining role. The gripper is the robot’s physical link to the workpiece. It determines…
A Decade of Reliability and Vision Completing 9 successful years in India, Dold has steadily carved a niche by offering high-quality, durable electrical safety and monitoring components that thrive even in the most adverse industrial environments. Their focus has always been on serving industries with niche and critical application needs—delivering solutions that are both technically sound and economically viable. “We’ve always believed in offering affordable quality—a rare combination that the Indian market truly needs,” says the company. “Our mission is not only to sell products, but to provide meaningful solutions to industry problems.” Backed by its German parent company, Dold…
Facing rising energy costs and increasing pressure to meet CO₂ regulations, an automotive parts manufacturer explored the FLIR Si124 acoustic imaging camera for compressed air leak detection. This case study demonstrates how the tool streamlined inspections, uncovered hidden leaks, and enhanced maintenance efficiency within a noisy industrial environment. Used to power production machinery like pneumatic tools, vacuum generators and actuators, compressed air is a critical commodity in the automotive parts manufacturing industry. With complex piping systems spread across large facilities, compressed air leaks are both common and costly. At one US automotive parts factory, the maintenance team was increasingly concerned…