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The IT Penetration Survey 2019; Results Declared... Some Findings Really Surprise!
SPECIAL ON ‘IT’ PENETRATION IN PLASTICS
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Jun - Jul 2019 l Issue 5.5
The IT Era Continues to Amaze What’s oxygen to business today...the most profound answer will be IT. Income Tax and Information Technology...
Hemant Minocha, Director Rajiv Plastics Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai
J. N. Bhat, Managing Director Shini Plastics Technologies India Pvt. Ltd., Pune
both are very valid answers...must say! Let the CFOs or the
Rajesh Parikh, CEO & Managing Director 20 Microns Ltd., Vadodara
Communiqué chose to do the latter. This issue, perhaps the
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Creating Delight With IT
business owners take care of the former and we at POLYMERS most challenging one for us to build, is focused on where
are we truly with respect to IT penetration in business. It’s more than just informing home that you have reached
BIG THRUST
Jagdip Kumar, IT Head, Cosmo Films Ltd., New Delhi
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IT Penetration in the Plastics Industry (ITP 2019)
office or texting your boss that you are still on field. IT find
products, processes and services. To use it or abuse it, the
POLYMERS Communiqué Survey Services
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Be Digitally Enhanced Today or Out Tomorrow
no insulator that can curb its penetration in business, its
approach remains solely ours. Pages ahead will throw light
on a number of aspects and thought processes clarifying concepts or dispelling myths!
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NYT CORNER OFFICE
Sundar Pichai of Google in Dialogue
Presented by POLYMERS Communiqué in syndication with The New York Times
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BIG BYTE
Rajeev Chitalia, Managing Director Electrofocus Electricals Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai
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FROM THE ARCHIVES
IT is known for its diversity; diversity of applications, diversity of solutions, diversity of challenges. So, we thought, it’s most appropriate to collate diverse opinions to a particular aspect. Thus, some experts, and some experience come together to table their thoughts. We are sure it will serve as a guiding light...Enjoy the Q and A(s)!
Arun Raj Patel, DGM (IT), Milacron India Pvt. Ltd., Ahmedabad Babu Padmanabhan, Managing Director and Chief
Knowledge Officer, STEER Engineering Pvt. Ltd., Bengaluru
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Dhruv Shah, Executive Director, Prasad Group, Ahmedabad
ALL EARS
The IT Round Table
RESEARCH REPORT
Spirit of User-Vendor Co-operation Critical to Automation Success
Sonali Kulkarni, President and CEO FANUC India Pvt. Ltd., Bengaluru
TRUE SHOWCASE
Technology Power Engel Presence at K 2019
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Technology Adoption to Play a Pivotal Role for Plastic Auxiliaries
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K 2019 Düsseldorf: The Technology Spotlight
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Discovery of a ‘New to the World’ Stereospecific Polymer from a Readily Available Monomer
as well.
Dr. S. Sivaram, Former Director, CSIR-NCL, Honorary Professor and INSA Senior Scientist, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Pune
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Plastivision India 2020 & Beyond: Progress of the Plastics Industry, the Foremost Agenda
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The Big Idea: Time for Happiness
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HANDSHAKE
Machines for Biodegradable Plastics: The New Demand
Nirav Shah, Managing Director
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MEETING POINT
Shubham Extrusion Technik Pvt. Ltd., Ahmedabad
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NEW DIMENSION
Innovative Materials: Carbon Fibres Made from Algae
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Budget Modi 2.0: Smart Welfarism, Path to US$ 5 Trillion Economy
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Mind Speak Pushp Raj Singhvi Rakesh Shah
recent IT today is all pervading. Until inathe facilitator
formerly Managing Director Pvt. Ltd. at Windmöller and Hölscher India
technology has been moving every walk at a scorching pace touching exception. of life and plastics industry is no moved to From simple programs, we have IoT. Data 3-D printing, and now to AI and capabilities ol contr and tics analy , ering gath the pace of across the globe have increased will be ower manp on ct impa The decision. acquisition felt in the need for serious skill displace and upgradation. Robotics will and routine the manpower on mundane abound for jobs, but new opportunities will will undergo the right skill sets. Economics be new major changes and there will onment that envir e etitiv comp a in igms parad enging and will become increasingly chall try needs to demanding. Overall, the indus full benefits be agile and proactive to reap the of IT. The future is bright.
Information
Arvind Mehta
Increasing
productivity is the sole objective of any processor. Use of ERP is the new normal. Power savings, product design, quality control, rapid proto typing, 3D printing and moulds are now in big demand, all which has IT as its base. Demand for low cost (Rs. 4 5 lakh) robots is increasing. Factory autom ation is increasing to meet higher quality output and products with an ‘expo rt fit’. The industry is changing to use digital technology; with advent of the gennext, it has gathered pace.
Arvind Mehta
past, IT was acknowledged as inevitable. of activities, but now its use is cannot life to ral integ being Polymers remain isolated. polymer It is inconceivable to imagine tion. unica comm for IT ut witho business CAM for To add, machine design, CAD/ tics, HR, mould design and making, logis government SAP, ERP, RTGS, NEFT, tax; along compliances like GST, income fairs, all with travel, participations in trade ess cannot integral to the polymer busin be accomplished without IT. ning of In early seventies and until begin ess was busin st e entir the ry, centu 21 the the present conducted without aid of IT; to do so. generation will find it impossible
N. K. Balgi
formerly President & Director at Ferromatik Milacron India Pvt. Ltd.
Chairman and Managing Director Welset Plast Extrusions Pvt. Ltd.
Pushp Raj Singhvi
S. K. Ray
ging Director
formerly Vice Chairman and Mana at Borouge (India) Pvt. Ltd.
Rajesh Nath
Use of IT began as an enabler to business, but now it is essential to business.
Manufacturing began using IT as ‘Embedded IT’ i.e. CNC - mach ine control; next, as Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) for resource allocation, scheduling, production reporting, dispatch; thereafter, as Enterprise Resource Planning for business planning, supply-chain managem ent, sales & distribution and accounting. It presently allows customers to track the status of ordered parts in supplier plant s, and, thus making it convenient for him to plan his own production activities. IT has contributed to improved efficiency. In the next stage, industry is ventu ring to adopt programs covered under Industry 4.0 to make factories ‘smart’.
Rakesh Shah
N. K. Balgi
S. K. Ray
formerly Sr. Executive Vice Presid ent (Polymers) at Reliance Industries Ltd.
Information technology has revolutionised every sphere of human endeavou r. Plastics industry is no exception. We have used IT extensively for managing operations. There is now a shift towards incor porating Artificial Intelligence (AI) to leapfrog to the next level where decision making is aided with advancements made in big data analytics. The future has already arrived for the plastics industry. Prof. (Dr.) N. C. Saha
formerly Director at Indian Institute of Packaging
Phenomenal
change in IT is observed industry. in the plastics packaging restricted The application of IT is not and to process control, automation greatly inventory management. IT is like smart used for innovative packaging in terms packaging, intelligent packaging ng and sensi tion, detec , trace and of track to be anti-counterfeiting. IT is expected growth of utilised more and more for the technology in coming years.
Rajesh Nath
Managing Director German Engineering Federation (VDMA) India Office
IT and business go hand in hand. In the plastics industry, be it linkages in business, connectivity with customers and vendors, maintenance of machines, optim isation of processes or check on inventory and sales, the role of IT is significant. As the industry moves towards more complex processes, the role of big data collection and analysis for purpose of condition monitoring, predictive maintenance and machine connectivity becomes important . This can be achieved by changing role of IT.
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Every three years, the world of plastics looks to Düsseldorf to see where the
rburg’s presence at the leading
international trade fair K 2019
between 16th and 23rd October, 2019
Arburg has set a new milestone in assistance functions with integrated mould filling simulation that increases reliability and efficiency during set-up in the Gestica control system of its Allrounder injection moulding machines
in Düsseldorf, Germany will focus on
the topics of digitalisation and circular economy.
With
‘arburgXworld’
and
‘arburgGREENworld’, Arburg provides
answers to important and pressing
questions for the world of plastics processing and use - a world which includes
an
increasing
number
of
perspectives. The primary goal is to conserve resources and thereby make
a significant contribution to production Bosch Packaging Technology and BillerudKorsnäs intensify innovation collaboration to develop sustainable packaging solution
efficiency. In Hall 13, Stand A13, trade
visitors can experience how Arburg has always been a pioneer in dealing with important future issues, providing answers
to
current
questions
and
offering practical solutions. A number
of new machines, processes, and digital products and services are contributing to this.
Clariant Masterbatches initiative seeks to help make plastics packaging more sustainable; four distinct approaches identified, additive masterbatches hold an important key
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“As the world’s leading trade fair in its
journey is headed in the future,” says Michael Hehl, Managing Partner and Spokesman for the Arburg Management Board, underlining the value of K for the Black-Forest based company. “Our one world is becoming ever more complex
and richer in perspectives, so that our challenges are growing accordingly.”
Ultimately, it is always a question of meaningfully exploiting the potential
of plastics as an important resource, of efficient production and of conserving
resources. Arburg will demonstrate what this can look like in practice by
means
of
and applications.
pioneering
exhibits
ALOK Masterbatches Wins Golden Peacock Eco-Innovation Award 2019 for UVNox
A
LOK Masterbatches Pvt. Ltd., India’s
leading masterbatch producer, was
conferred the coveted ‘Golden Peacock
industry, the K trade fair is the most important important
platform
visions
for
and
presenting
innovations.
With ‘arburgXworld’, trade visitors at K 2019 will experience the entire range of digital products and services, part of which is the customer portal of the same name.
R. V. Deshpande, Hon’ble Minister for Revenue & Skill Development, Government of Karnataka and Lt. Gen. J. S. Ahluwalia, PVSM (Retd.), President, Institute of Directors presented the award to Vikram Bhadauria at ‘IOD Golden Peacock’s 21st World Congress on Environment Management & Climate Change and Awards Ceremony’ which concluded in Bengaluru.
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Eco-Innovation Award’ for UVNox Mulch -
an indigenously developed additive
Digest Coperion has enabled Benin-based blown film manufacturer Asahel Benin Sarl. to produce sustainable, bio-based plastic films in the future by delivering a complete compounding system and sharing the corresponding process engineering expertise
solution that has proven to contribute to
India’s
agriculture
increasing
efficiency
practices by farmers.
economy
of
by
agricultural
UVNox Mulch was developed at the
state-of-the-art innovation facility, ALOK Technology Incubation Centre (ATIC)
which is a platform for co-creating
solutions with customers for future needs of the industry. Due to its material
durability, pesticide and agrochemical resistant properties, UVNox Mulch films
are significantly more long-lasting in the
field, in comparison with conventional Dezhou Donghong Ltd. achieves 100% battery film inspection using ISRA’s SMASH system; exact results despite shaking substrate
mulch films. According
Agriculture
to
the
Department
Cooperation
&
of
Farmers
Welfare, the use of plastic mulches can
save water usage up to 40 - 60% and reduce dependency on fertilizers upto
20 - 25%. Aligned to the government’s
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‘Doubling Farmer’s Income by 2022’, ALOK
worked
towards
developing
affordable and sustainable alternatives for the Indian mulch film industry, who
were struggling to make durable and low-cost products for Indian farmers.
Speaking about the award, Vikram Bhadauria, Managing Director, ALOK
says, “As we celebrate our 25 years Henkel and RLE International study reveals that fibre reinforced polymer components with structural foam ribbing and reinforcements can save over 40 kg of weight per car v/s conventional all-metal designs
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journey this year, we are elated to
receive this honour from the Institute of
Directors.
This
award
not
only
Austria’s Largest Selfconsumption PV System; B&R Expands Photovoltaic System to 1.5 Megawatts
A
utomation
specialist,
B&R,
has
expanded its photovoltaic system
and increased its capacity from one megawatt
to
1.5
megawatts.
The
roof of the company’s headquarters in
Eggelsberg
is
now
home
to
Austria’s largest solar power system for
self-consumption.
B&R
uses
sustainable solar power in its own manufacturing facilities.
B&R put the first part of the photovoltaic
system into operation in May, 2018.
With the expansion, the plant now provides 1,500 MWh of climate-neutral
solar energy per year. That’s enough to power the homes of around 430 families for a year. The electricity the company generates is fed directly into its manufacturing facilities where it is
used to operate numerous production lines.
The
photovoltaic
system
is
installed on the rooftops of the B&R production halls and covers an area of around 12,000 m².
Contribution to Sustainability “We are proud to now have the largest self-consumption PV system in Austria
and thus make our contribution to sustainability
and
environmental
protection,” says B&R Managing Director, Hans Wimmer. The state government of
reaffirms our innovation excellence in the industry, but also motivates us to further collaborate with our customers to
make
plastics
and sustainable.”
safer,
affordable
The IOD Golden Peacock Award were
instituted to recognise and celebrate visionary enterprises across industry segments
and
are
regarded
as
a
benchmark of Corporate Excellence
worldwide. ALOK was selected from over 350+ applications that were submitted this year.
With a capacity of 1.5 megawatts, B&R’s rooftop photovoltaic system is currently the largest self-consumption station in Austria.
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Upper Austria supported the expansion
For Blend Colours, the backbone of
it easier for companies to contribute
tirelessly put in thousands of man-
of the plant. “Subsidies like this make
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to environmental protection. We are very grateful for the support,” adds Hans Wimmer.
Making Industry More Sustainable B&R’s parent company ABB is involved in the ‘Mission to Zero’ initiative for ending reliance on fossil fuel. ABB
contributes to industrial sustainability through its products and services. More
than half of ABB’s revenue comes from technologies that combat the causes of climate change.
KRAIBURG TPE achieves new Asia Pacific milestone with additional production line in the Malaysia plant, emphasising its commitment to providing customers with the best quality, satisfaction and value
into
brands.
to
empower award
an
opportunity for deserving candidates to
be a part of the process and share the limelight with other key achievers from KraussMaffei, the digital forerunner, presents world premiere at K trade show; its Digital & Service Solutions (DSS) business unit offers digital services for all machine generations and plastics processing technologies; live presentation of an existing machine featuring a digital retrofit
I-K
different industries.
their customer connect team who enhance
customer
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by
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and offer products that meet their requirements perfectly.
It all started with online research done by APS Research & Media, which was
followed up with various quantitative,
qualitative and statistical analysis. The the
IPSA
Award
was
broad-
votes
received
milestones, Blend Colours Pvt. Ltd.,
the most trusted colour masterbatch manufacturer, was selected for the IPSA 2019.
Gandhi Automations’ Roller Shutters: Quick to Rebound, Simple to Operate
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ver the years, the team at Gandhi
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Recently, the team was called upon to
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Shubham Rathi from Blend Colours receives the award.
At
a
glittering
ceremony
held
in
Mumbai on 31st May 2019, Blend Colours was conferred this honour, an
award that is testimony to its relentless pursuit of excellence in development of
its
products
customers globally.
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user-friendly
through surveys. Well crossing these
start-ups,
offers
innovative,
consumer/customer
SMEs and professionals to develop The
are
and environment-friendly; as well as
based - the jury, editorial team and
APS Research & Media, a company aims
that
for
he IPSA Awards are instituted by
that
hours of research to build products
criteria for nomination to be screened
Blend Colours Receives the International Product and Service Award 2019 (IPSA 2019)
T
the award is their R&D team who has
and
services
for
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Most Preferred for Large Industrial Spaces
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Roller shutters are ideal for larger industrial
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including
airplane
hangars, logistic parks and warehouses. LAMILUX Embossed (glass fibre reinforced plastic - GRP) can be used as a material for walls and roofs of commercial vehicles or caravans and much more; it looks attractive and is also easy to clean, really quite promising for a wall material
Many large openings can be difficult to operate every day. Another potential
risk for large openings is that due to
their surface area, they will sustain a great deal of damage due to high wind speeds. Fortunately,
the
rolling
shutters
provided by Gandhi Automations are
able to withstand high wind speeds.
They are all designed from industryleading materials to ensure that they
Meusburger now also offers sensors for cavity pressure measurement for increased process efficiency in injection moulding
will deliver an unbeatable service for many years to come.
Add-ons for Large Industrial Roller Shutters
practical and easier to operate daily, for e.g.:
Industrial Top and Bottom Tracks The tracks for all our doors are
made from hard-wearing materials. They can provide a life-time of
L-P
service without requiring any kind of maintenance. NN
This K 2019, it’s the coveted Hall 16
for Rajoo, rubbing shoulders with the
global who’s-who of the blown film line manufacturers.
With confidence soaring after every ‘K’, the Rajoo presence at K has always
enthralled visitors and Rajoo has not let them down; each time with something
new - be it product, be it technology, be it price, be it application. The result has always been ‘extrusion with a better value for each dollar’.
At K 2019, the Rajoo showcase will be
2 machines live - a 7-layer Blown Film
you’ll be able to make it much more
Perstorp, launches a new renewable polyol ester (non-phthalate) plasticiser Pevalen™ Pro to make flexible PVC an even more attractive choice of plastic, based on a significantly lower carbon footprint versus competing materials and technologies
premier location at a premier event.
and will demonstrate, for the first time,
By choosing to equip your large roller
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spread over a sprawling 425 sq. mts.
shutters with some of these features, Omya acquires engineered polymers distributor, Trilogie Polymers, in Singapore and Malaysia
A Never Before Showcase by Rajoo Engineers, Live at K 2019 in Düsseldorf
Brush Strips - Brush strips can be
line and a Twin Screw Sheet Extrusion
line for PET. A unique exposition of both vertical and horizontal extrusion, not many in the world offer such an array. With this, Rajoo would become the first
company in Asia to showcase a 7-layer Blown Film line at K!
HEPTAFOIL: Seven-Layer CoExtruded Barrier and POD Blown Film Line For the very first time from Rajoo - a
used to eliminate all kinds of debris beneath the roller doors. NN
Safety
and
Security
Features
-
There is a range of safety and security
features
which
can
be installed as a part of your shutters system.
Roller Shutters for Industrial Buildings Our designs are used in a wide range
military
of
long-term daily
properties,
establishments,
use.
security
We
can
to
and
including
deliver
provide
practical rollers
that are a practical choice for any kind of opening.
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7-layer machine that is versatile - can
next level, Rajoo is also set to unveil
as a POD line; for both symmetrical
utilities that would enhance operator
produce barrier film and also work
Digest
and asymmetrical structures, with a
capacity that will hold the visitors to the booth in awe - 450 kg/hr of film!
The line is full loaded with world-class Polyscope Polymers has completed the business integration of the global styrene maleic anhydride (SMA®) copolymers business from Total - Cray Valley
automation – multi-component batch
blending, gsm control, non-contact capacitive
sensor
for
barrier
and
POD films, automatic profile control and integrated touch screen based supervisory control. Applications
are
in
abundance
-
packaging (UHT milk, meat, edible SABIC to address global trends through ‘Making a World of Difference Together’ at K 2019 and present leading-edge sustainable solutions addressing global challenges highlighting importance of strong, collaborative partnerships to realise sustainability goals with innovation at the heart of strategy
oil),
barrier
films
(vacuum
bag,
thermoformable, lidding,), and nonbarrier milk
and
films
and more.
water
(lamination
grade,
packaging,
shrink)
portfolio. With Lamina rPET, you would flakes
being
efficiently
converted into transparent sheets. The demo at K would touch the 450 kg/hr mark, and that too at an energy
Sabo SpA, a leading producer of Hindered Amine light stabilisers and ZIKO LTD, a technology driven producer of highperformance UV absorbers and heat stabilisers announce that they have entered into a strategic partnership on the UV formamidine class UV absorber SABO®STAB UV1
P-S
consumption of only 0.25 unit/kg. The machine is already in use for myriad applications
-
beverage
you at ‘K’!
Nordson BKG Cleaning Ovens
N
ordson provides customers with
advanced technology for extrusion,
injection, polymerisation, compounding and recycling processes.
BKG® jet cleaners represent the most advanced cleaning method for fast
and safe removal of polymer residue
from metal parts. They utilise heat and vacuum to remove material, such
as thermoplastic from metal parts. In most cases, cleaning cycles are
accomplished within 120 - 240 minutes between 427° C and 482° C (800° F
With this, Rajoo further expands its bottle
delight. Looking forward to hosting
at an operating temperature range
Lamina rPET: A-B-A Three-Layer Twin Screw Sheet Line
see
at K 2019 a number of software
containers,
garment boxes, blister packaging, biscuit
and egg trays, fruits and vegetable containers, punnets and more.
and 900° F) and a relative vacuum of
847mbar (635mmHg, 25”Hg). Since cleaning takes place under vacuum,
combustion does not occur. This feature provides a high degree of
operator safety and the parts are equally protected from excessive or
localised high temperatures, which eliminates the risk of annealing and stress cracking.
The unit can be easily installed in any
area
that
has
water
supply,
Adding a business angle to the above solutions,
Khushboo
Engineers
Limited
products
are
Doshi, can
Executive
today
Chandrakant
Director,
proudly
Rajoo
emphasises, say
that
best-in-class
“I
our
and
meet requirements globally. I can confidently
reaffirm
to
customers
that we offer perhaps the best ROI. Power
consumption,
another
big
concern is well optimised; the TUV certification this end.”
is
one
step
towards
Taking ‘excellence in extrusion’ for both blown film and sheet to the
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water drain, exhaust air and electrical power supply. The intuitive Siemens
Digest SONGWON to unveil its newest product line at K 2019; to showcase its extensive portfolio of highperformance solutions and its ongoing commitment to the plastics industry
STAR4BBI is an EU funded project focusing on standards and regulations for the bio-based industry; during the recent stakeholders’ workshop in Cologne, necessary measures to achieve a level-playing field for bio-based products was identified
The Dangote Group deploys Freshworks to unify information technology (IT) service management across its 19 subsidiaries
HMI
control
S-Z
cycles,
management, as well as the increase of temperature and cycle time.
Sikora Highlights Combination of Light Table and Automatic Sample Testing for Offline Inspection and Analysis of the Smallest Contamination in Plastic Material
F
or
sample
testing,
inspection
and analysis of plastic material,
highlighted here is the Sikora optical
sample testing with automatic light table system.
Automated light table system for offline inspection and analysis of plastic material.
the same time, they are optically
The combination of visual light table
visualised on the sample tray by
is
the
and an automatic sample testing
cross hairs. A clear allocation of
operator places the test material on
inspection are always possible and
table transports the tray with the
production process.
an
innovative
technology.
The
contamination
and
follow-up
a sample tray. The automatic light
permit new insights regarding the
material
The presented optical inspection and
area,
through
which
is
the
inspection
equipped
with
a
CMOS line scan colour camera. The
inspection takes place automatically and
marks
within
seconds
contaminated
a
projector material
analysis system contains a specially developed analysis software for the
detection, visualisation and evaluation of contamination.
tray.
Simultaneously, it is displayed and
Application Areas of the Automatic Light Table
marked on the monitor including information on size and area of the
The described automatic light table
contamination.
offers a broad range of applications. Flakes, micro granulates, films as well
images,
on
the
By
sample
analysing
contamination
like
the
black
specks starting from 50 μm (2 mil)
and discolourations are automatically
detected, visualised and analysed in transparent as well as coloured or diffused material. As an alternative
to optical technology, a system with X-ray technology is available for the detection of metallic contamination
inside as well as on the surface of
and
non-transparent,
transparent
plastic
coloured
materials.
Individual contaminated pellets can be
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individually
cleaning
which can be stored in the recipe
directly Zac Posen, GE Additive and Protolabs unveil a collaboration featuring a range of innovative, sculptural 3D printed garments and accessories inspired by the concept of freezing natural objects in motion
enables
programmable
selected
and
zoomed
in.
At
as extruded and injection moulded parts with a sample height of upto
5 mm (.2”) can be inspected on the sample tray, that has a width of 295 x 210 mm (11.6 x 8.3”). In addition to
the
possibility
of
analysis
for
determining root causes and process control in classical laboratory, the system
is
suitable
for
incoming
goods inspection due to its quick automatic analysis within seconds as well as for outgoing goods in order to compare the quality with the customer requirements.
POLYMERS Communiqué l June - July 2019
NYT Corner Office
Sundar Pichai of Google
Technology is an enabler, but humanity has to deal with
humanity’s problems. I think we’re both over-reliant on technology as a way to solve things and probably, at this moment, overindexing on technology as a source of all problems, too.
In Dialogue G
oogle is facing more challenges today than at any time in its 20-year history. Employees are outraged over sexual harassment. Executives
are under scrutiny for an effort to secretly make a
Growing up in India, he slept on the floor of a house without a
censored version of its search product for China.
refrigerator. Today, the Chief
after a data breach was discovered. Political and social
through the most turbulent
Google will shut down its social network next year
debates, including one over building military-grade artificial intelligence, are roiling the workforce. Sundar Pichai Chief Executive Officer, Google in conversation with
David Gelles Columnist and Business Reporter, NYT Corner Office
Executive is steering Google period in its history.
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that was kind of the totality of life. But
technology and screen time with your family?
Page and Sergey Brin - or even Eric
When I come home on a Friday evening,
Schmidt, the company’s former Chief
Q. What was it like coming over to attend Stanford?
Executive and Chairman, who was ushered aside last year. Instead, the
It was the first time I had ever been
man in charge of arguably the most
on a plane. I always wanted to be in the Valley. I kind of knew that’s where
Yet the man responsible for leading
Google through this minefield is not one of the company’s founders - Larry
influential company in the world is
Sundar Pichai, a soft-spoken engineer who grew up in Chennai, India.
Sundar Pichai was a voracious reader
as a boy, and attended the prestigious Indian
Institute
of
Technology,
you never felt lacking for anything.
everything
happened.
I
remember
landing in California, and I stayed with
a host family for about a week. I was in the car going from the airport, and was like, “Wow, it’s so brown here.” The
family was like, “We like to call it golden.”
then Stanford and the University of
When I was back at IIT, I had access to
he received advanced degrees. After
on it three or four times. To come and
Pennsylvania’s Wharton School, where stints at Applied Materials and McKinsey, he joined Google in 2004.
the computer so rarely - maybe I’d been
just have these labs in which you had access to computers and you could
in 2014 he took over product,
engineering and research efforts for the company’s products and platforms,
including
search,
ads
and Android. He was made Chief
Executive in 2015, and joined the
Board of Alphabet, Google’s parent,
There’s a lot of
challenges in the world; when people say,
“Wow, there’s a lot of
challenges,” I always say, “There’s no better time to be alive.”
in 2017.
This interview, which was condensed and edited for clarity, was conducted in New York.
Q. Tell me about growing up in Chennai. There was a simplicity to my life, which
was very nice compared with today’s
world. We lived in a kind of modest house, shared with tenants. We would
program, it was a big deal to me. I was so wrapped up in that, that to some extent, I didn’t understand there was
a much bigger shift happening with the internet.
Q. You started at Google over 14 years ago. Does it still feel like the same company you joined?
sleep on the living room floor. There
When I first joined Google, I was struck
and we had anxiety. Even now, I can
optimistic place. I still see that idealism
beside my bed. Other houses had
do today. But the world is different.
one. It was a big deal.
hard some things are. We’ve had more
was a drought when I was growing up,
by the fact that it was a very idealistic,
never sleep without a bottle of water
and optimism a lot in many things we
refrigerators, and then we finally got
Maybe there’s more realism of how
But I had a lot of time to read. I was
processing a lot. I read whatever I could
get my hands on. I read Dickens. Friends, playing street cricket, reading books -
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for a couple days. I haven’t quite succeeded in doing that. At home, our
television is not easily accessible, so that there is ‘activation energy’ before you
can easily go watch TV. I’m genuinely conflicted, because I see what my
kids learn from all this. My son is
11 years old, and he is mining Ethereum and earning money. He’s getting some
insight into how the world works, how commerce works.
Every generation is worried about the
new technology, and feels like this time it’s different. Our parents worried about
Elvis Presley’s influence on kids. So, I’m always asking the question, “Why would
Sundar Pichai helped develop the company’s browser, Chrome, and
I really do want to let go of my devices
failures, too. But there’s always been a strong streak of idealism in the company, and you still see it today.
Q. What’s your approach to
it be any different this time?” Having
said that, I do realise the change that’s happening now is much faster than ever before. My son still doesn’t have a phone.
Q. Why does it seem so easy for tech companies like Google to ban pornography and graphic violence from social media platforms, but so much harder for them to root out propaganda, misinformation and disturbing content aimed at kids? There are areas where society clearly agrees what is O.K. and not O.K., and then there are areas where it is hard as
a society to draw the line. What is the difference between freedom of speech
on something where you feel you’re
being discriminated against by another group, versus hate speech? The U.S. and
Europe draw the line differently on this
question in a very fundamental way. We’ve had to defend videos which we
allow in the U.S.; but in Europe, people To know more, please subscribe to Polymers Communiqué at
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applications, diversity of solutions, diversity of
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Arun Raj Patel DGM (IT) Milacron India Pvt. Ltd. Ahmedabad
Babu Padmanabhan Managing Director and Chief Knowledge Officer STEER Engineering Pvt. Ltd. Bengaluru
Dhruv Shah Executive Director Prasad Group Ahmedabad
The IT
Round Table
Hemant Minocha Director Rajiv Plastics Pvt. Ltd. Mumbai
J. N. Bhat Managing Director Shini Plastics Technologies India Pvt. Ltd. Pune
Rajesh Parikh CEO & Managing Director 20 Microns Ltd. Vadodara
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Getting Smarter With Cloud Computing How would you see the impact of ‘cloud computing’ as a part of your business?
Arun Raj Patel
U
se of central common systems, data growth, Industry 4.0 implementation and cloud computing play a crucial for our organisation. We are growing 20% yoy
and cloud computing will help us in our growth plans. Access to cloud applications over the internet is still a challenge in India for the travelling employees; but looking to Indian government initiatives, we see this will improve in coming times.
Babu Padmanabhan
O
ur business now depends on data and analysis of this data. While ERP systems were internal to our organisation and could be hosted on local servers, data
acquired from process machinery at remote locations have to be gathered on a
cloud. Monitoring and analysis of this data is vital to differentiate as well as create progress through cloud computing.
Cloud computing impact is the highest in business use cases where there is the need to rapidly scale-up, scale-out, provide burst computing throughput and
shift customer / our IT infrastructure investments from a CapEx model to an OpEx model.
The cloud also facilitates rapid provisioning / de-provisioning for prototyping, solution development and testing.
Dhruv Shah
A
lthough the cloud is far from a new idea, its impact on our business like hardcore machinery manufacturing is yet to be realised. I see huge potential
for customer processing parameters into cloud with data analytics to create benchmarking in the industry.
Hemant Minocha
T
oday the most sophisticated software, which require big ticket investments in
infrastructure are available on the cloud on SaaS model. This can free up our
resources and we can focus on our core business.
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J. N. Bhat
W
ith a paradigm shift of managing and operating business and information
processes on the cloud, our company has been able to focus more on its
core business offerings. It has considerably reduced the intricacies and overhead of managing and operating data-centres and IT infrastructure. Factors such as high
data availability, cost-efficiency, flexible capacity provisioning, security expertise,
carbon-footprint reduction, enhanced collaboration and 24x7 cloud support are the fundamentals driving this transition.
Although we are on the gradual stages of cloud adoption, these factors allow us to better inline the vision of the organisation and strategise the growth forecast with competitive advantages and efficient revenue margins.
Rajesh Parikh
C
loud computing will act as more of an enabler to augment our mission to smart manufacturing. The impact would be better to our industry rather than the
shear meaning of the word ‘impact’. To reap the benefits of automation and IoT
in making the manufacturing process smarter, hanging the data on the cloud with a secured approach will be the easiest solution instead of installing many servers and the investment / upgrading costs associated along with it.
Business Processes are Today Getting More Seamless How automated are your business processes within your organisation and for your customers? Please share an example to highlight the same.
Arun Raj Patel
Babu Padmanabhan
W
e have automated many processes in our ERP through customisation like supplier portal, e-challan and parts pegging.
T
o deliver on our orders, our manufacturing had always involved a heavy use
of computing power that included all aspects of design and engineering.
Increasingly, sales order processing where customers can access information through a CRM system is being felt by our organisation as a ‘must-have’ tool.
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Several of our business processes are automated with even more being continually automated.
Few examples of our automated business processes are: NN
Internal operations are completely ERP driven.
NN
Internal training and skill assessment are via the EPZProficiency application on the in-house built extranet portal, http://www.steerforum.com.
Examples of our automated customer interaction are: NN
Mobile app. STEER Customer Support Desk for customer support system.
NN
Customer engagement via mobile application, ‘Touch and Tell’. Used during trade fairs and customer visits to our application development centres.
NN
Customers of our software product suite, Sigma Line Six, can purchase the products online at http://sigmalinesix.com/storeFront. The software is
delivered electronically on completion of the purchase and the customer can begin using the products immediately. No waiting on manual order processing.
Dhruv Shah
W
e moved to high-end ERP few years ago, but the actual advantages have just started pouring in. From customer’s initial requirements to repeat orders and
from design to dispatch, everything is seamlessly connected across our organisation i.e. If the customer needs a conveying system for a throughput of 1,200 kg/hour, to fix the distance just enter the data and the system does the calculation (based
on our German partner software), compares it with customer specific data (from
past records), releases sales order, generates BOM, issues the purchase orders to our
vendors for components (again after re-verifying with stock) and also issues the job order to production. Earlier, we used to have 7 people for the same process.
Hemant Minocha
W
e have been using an ERP since 2005. It is completely integrated and seamless. Once the sales order is entered, the software takes care of all aspects
up to dispatch and collection.
J. N. Bhat
A
t our company, business process automation ranges across inventory and operations management, customer relationship and support, human resource
and workflow management as well as sales and post-sales management. Each of these processes has a blend of automation and manual workflow, of which we look forward to cultivate it as an end-to-end business process pipeline.
As an example, I would like to highlight about the aspects of automation we have
embarked on to regulate and smoothen the sales and service management process. With customer requirements / inquiries making their way into the system, a set of
automated business rules and instructions classify and push these requirements
to the right operations channel for its fulfillment. Post-sales automation focus on providing installation and after-sales servicing workflows that help address evolving customer needs. Support and feedback automation focus on being well-
connected with our customers’ concerns and expectations about our offerings and quality standards. This exchange of data through the business process pipeline
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provides an insight that helps us build an environment to cater our deliverables and strategise our offerings as per emerging technologies and market competition.
Rajesh Parikh
A
t our enterprise level, we have used cloud computing from enterprise resource planning (ERP) and financial management to data analytics. To get the
manufacturing and product development on cloud computing and integrating ERP with manufacturing automation, industrial internet of things (IIoT) needs to be adopted. Currently, we are analysing on how to incorporate the migration in the coming future and making it as a mainstream of our enterprise.
It’s All About Getting Wireless Mobile technology impact in the plastics industry - have you leveraged its capability? If yes, how; if not, do you have any inhibitions?
Arun Raj Patel
W
e have done a fair bit in this regard with the FSL (Field Service Lightening) from the customer perspective. Industry 4.0 continues to drive us to the
next level. With the inroads made by mobile technology, the Milacron field support mobile app efficiently assists in troubleshooting errors in machines at customer site.
Babu Padmanabhan
W
e have created an app where customers can order spares or register service requests. The app helps them monitor the status of these orders / requests.
We are further focused on bringing process information from their plants on
to mobile platforms so that remote monitoring and decision making is available to plant managers and owners. Yes! We have deployed mobile applications for example, the STEER Customer Support Desk mobile app. and a ‘Touch and Tell’
customer engagement mobile app. There are several more mobile apps in various stages of planning, development and testing.
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Dhruv Shah
Y
eah, to a limited extent, till our sales and service force. We have moved to the mobile platform for the entire service tracking, but we are yet to reach where it
can become a part of customer interaction.
Hemant Minocha
I
t is now possible to access information from around the world within seconds, both commercial and technical. This has enabled new opportunities in terms of
costs and product development.
J. N. Bhat
W
e have been able to grow our customer-base due to enhanced networking opportunities and wider demographic outreach. Enabling information
availability at the fingertips has greatly influenced the outcome of our sales
channel and resulted in better collaboration between operations and sales processes.
We now look forward to harness the benefits of mobile technology to expand procurement, specialist services and training resources to be readily available to both, the customers and our workforce.
Rajesh Parikh
W
e are in the process of making several apps from customers placing their orders to plant maintenance reporting to BOTs, and apps for HR. There is
going to be exciting times ahead to implement all such new technologies and awaiting the fruits out of it. And, of course, IoT will be a great enabler to make
manufacturing and other processes more efficient by using the mobile as a one single source of input and output.
Today the most sophisticated
software, which require big ticket investments in infrastructure are available on the cloud on SaaS
model. This can free up our
resources and we can focus
on our core business. Hemant Minocha Director Rajiv Plastics Pvt. Ltd. Mumbai
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Use of central common
systems, data growth, Industry 4.0 implementation and cloud computing play a crucial for our organisation. We are
growing 20% yoy and cloud
computing will help us in our growth plans. Arun Raj Patel DGM (IT) Milacron India Pvt. Ltd. Ahmedabad
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Meeting Customer Expectations and Beyond For many, digitalisation has helped enhance customer delight. Your views.
Arun Raj Patel
Babu Padmanabhan
Yes, digitalisation helps the customer and the best example is Industry 4.0.
D
igital interface for controls has resulted in almost all our machinery having a
digital human machine interface. Just as a smart phone is a delight for every
user compared to an ordinary phone, digitalisation of process equipment certainly leads to enhancement in customer experience. Furthermore, when the data is
processed, analysed and presented in a very good visual graphical form, everyone can appreciate the information to the fullest extent.
Digitalisation definitely provides for better and faster customer engagement. An additional take-away is the ability, both from a pre-sale and post-sale perspective, to proactively assist, work with and for the customer rather than the
earlier industry models of reactive engagement. The emerging fields of IIoT, big data and machine learning greatly facilitate this approach.
Dhruv Shah
A
bsolutely! When customer gets power to access the information what he needs
and when he needs, it’s surely a delight. I would say, online service providers
like Amazon have also increased customer expectation level significantly.
Hemant Minocha
J. N. Bhat
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I
agree, it can be leveraged for better customer satisfaction and greater overall experience.
W
ith information and analysis readily available to make informed decisions and voice one’s concerns, we have witnessed an increase in customer
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satisfaction and better customer retention ratio. Today’s customers are more
focussed to understand the business’s reputation, customer outreach, demographic spread, quality and technological advancements before making any business
decisions. Digitalisation has helped bridge the gap to acquire this know-how and provide a competitive edge allowing us to serve the customer better.
We have taken a leap forward with the incorporation of smart factory (Industry
4.0) enabled products in our offering to customers. These products enhance autonomous and data-driven functioning and can help our customers monitor
and visualize, as well as control and regulate their business processes swiftly. It
further boosts our capability to identity patterns and insights to optimise our manufacturing operations efficiently by understanding performance and quality
metrics. Harnessing the capabilities of this next phase of industrial revolution with digitalisation will bolster us to develop and implement customer-tailored digital manufacturing strategies.
Rajesh Parikh
W
e are in the process to further enhance our customers’ delight by developing apps from where the customer can place orders, track their order
status right upto the delivery status. Just like what we go through when we buy something from e-commerce platforms like Amazon.
An Empowered Corporate IT is known to provide competitive advantages. Have you experienced the same? Share with us an instance.
Arun Raj Patel
Babu Padmanabhan
i
Pad with sales apps to equip the sales team to support selling eliminated carrying physical documents.
O
ur software for screw configuration visualisation has always created rave reviews and is much talked about in the industry. It has also helped us
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BIG THRUST
Creating Delight
With IT “Today, we have digitised most
customer touchpoints to provide a real-time view for both, sales
team as well as customers. As a result of which, we have been
able to save a significant amount of time for our sales team,” says Jagdip Kumar, in dialogue with POLYMERS Communiqué.
Jagdip Kumar IT Head Cosmo Films Ltd. New Delhi
Q. One big attribute of IT has been the possibility of enhancing remote working - your comments on its positive and negative impacts. This is a cloud and mobility era of technology and has no space for the word ‘remote’. IT needs to ensure a seamless experience for their remote employees just like the
ones working in office. Today, physical boundaries have no meaning. At Cosmo
Films, our employees are able to perform all the business transactions on their mobile phones or laptops from anywhere across the world with internet accessibility.
They can join any video conference meeting, audio meetings, access projectors from anywhere to showcase their presentations and print documents from any
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location printers, and so for us, working remotely or
resource management one of the areas you look at IT to deliver?
Q. Mobile technology impact in the plastics industry - have you leveraged its capability? If yes, how; if not, do you have any inhibitions?
To be lean and efficient is the need-of-the-hour.
from office does not make any difference.
At Cosmo Films, we have significantly leveraged the
mobile technology. All our business applications like SAP for ERP, Sales Force for CRM and Success Factor for HRMS are mobile enabled. Our sales team
have the customers’ 360-degree view available on their mobile phones. They can view the complete
sales history, price trends, old invoices, customer
complaints in real-time, open order status and tracking information of the goods in transit. They
We have built a robust bank interface, and hence,
none of our sales transactions
require cheques anymore.
Payments from our customers
are automatically updated in our
systems without any manual
intervention.
can apply for leaves - which their heads can
approve / deny on their phones, view pay slips, tax statements, Form 16, training schedules and
their performance. Employees can raise purchase requests - which HODs can approve on their mobile
phones. Almost all the day-to-day work can be performed on mobile phones.
Q. What has been the role of digitalisation in helping safeguard corporate information? While employees need access to data, but as an organisation, we need to protect the information which is not in the public domain. We are able to
achieve both with the help of process digitalisation and enabling the security at requisite stages.
Q. For many, digitalisation has helped enhance customer delight. Your views.
in turn provides better returns on investment. One
key application available for resource management
is Robotic Process Automation (RPA). Organisations utilise
manpower
intelligence
and
for
processes
sensibilities,
requiring
while
repetitive
tasks like customer collection processing, bank reconciliations,
master
data
creation,
lead
generation & follow-up etc. are delivered by these bots.
Q. IT is known to provide competitive advantages. Have you experienced the same? Share with us an instance. Yes, it is true. At Cosmo Films, we have a competitive
advantage over our competitors due to our excellent IT infrastructure and digitisation processes. In the past, our sales team needed to refer to excel sheets,
co-ordinate with logistics, finance and production to provide quotations to the customers. Currently, they just need to enter the product and required
quantity while sitting in front of the customers, and provide them with a quotation from their mobile phones itself. This process has saved a lot of time
for us and has significantly increased the accuracy of the sales team.
Q. Social media and its future in the prevalent B2B trade. Today, everyone is connected through social
One of the reasons why organisations transform to
media platforms. We have been able to tap on this
as well as internal customers. When we started
visibility and generate leads for our sales team.
amount of time to understand and define each of
have been able to generate great leads who have
place in different phases of the sales lifecycle that
products. We are using most of the tools like Google
sales. And today, we have digitised most of these
Twitter, Blog Posting etc., and they are giving us a
process digitisation is to create delight for external
new trend of social media to increase our brand
our sales process digitalisation, we spent a good
Through Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), we
the customer touchpoints and transactions taking
converted as great customers for our range of
included pre-sales, the sales process and post-
Adwords,
touchpoints to provide a real-time view for both,
very high return on investment.
which, we have been able to save a significant
Q. Do you see IT helping in lowering operating costs?
otherwise be answering these details on calls and
IT has always helped organisations to reduce the
sales team as well as customers. As a result of amount of time for our sales team; who would co-ordaining with several functions internally to check on the order progress.
Q. In this era of lean management, is
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RESEARCH REPORT
IT Penetration in the Plastics Industry (ITP 2019): A POLYMERS Communiqué Survey Results Declared
T
he ITP 2019 survey by POLYMERS Communiqué well exemplifies the publication’s business approach; an aspect
that the industry acclaims it for. No industry underestimates the power of IT and the plastics industry is no exception. Nothing more relevant to the future of the industry that to well understand the penetration of IT.
While the issue covers a whole lot on this, we decided to validate it with the ground reality by conducting this survey. Some of the findings really surprise...that is what a survey is meant to do...show the right direction to the industry. An objective achieved by POLYMERS Communiqué.
Industry surveys from POLYMERS Communiqué are crafting a new niche for itself and providing the readers a very valued insight into this fiercely competitive market. The responses would serve as a general guide; you would, however, need to evaluate, validate and map responses for your business in specific. Have a read...
Survey Basics
Sample Size: 48
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Format: Electronic
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Response Tabulation: Singular
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Between 25% to 40%
29.17% < 15%
20.83%
22.92% Beyond the half-way mark
Crossed the75% mark
14.58% Not applicable
Crossed the 90% mark
8.33%
4.17% 1.16%
Your company’s journey towards Industry 4.0... Close to a third of the respondents confide that they have not even crossed the 15% mark in this journey. Nothing to panic...as close to a fourth say that they are beyond to the half way mark. Honestly, the industry is still trying to comprehend the complexity
of Industry 4.0. This clearly calls for handholding; necessary for overall industry growth. The 4% who have crossed the 90% mark need to be enablers to the success of 4.0!
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Between 5 and 15%
Less than 5%
14.58%
45.83%
31.25%
2.09%
Over 50%
Between 15 and 30%
Between 30 and 50%
6.25%
An in-house CTO? Close to 50% of the industry believes that
less than 5% companies have an in-house CTO. Isn’t that a big opportunity. Don’t we all
believe that the low per capita consumption
of plastics throws a big opportunity for us; same is the case here....with only a minuscule 5% companies finding the need to hire a
CTO today, we are at the tip of an iceberg, a huge opportunity for the IT industry to make a mark in here.
Basic company operations
The true penetration of IT... A shocker of sorts...the survey clearly opines that adoption
of IT is limited pretty much to basic company operations; well that’s what literally every other person believes
(47.92%)! Products that are sold come second and the manufacturing processes followed are a clear third! So
47.92%
Manufacturing processes you follow
20.83%
what’s happening to Industry 4.0? How can we make
others Industry 4.0 compliant where we ourselves have a lot of work to do in-house? Let the ‘mouse’ get to work guys...
IT solutions are getting very expensive
31.25% It is difficult to keep pace with advances in IT
Solutions are complicated and over programmed
User training continues to be a big challenge
Products you sell
Challenges for IT adoption... We have done the SWOT for you dear Vendors! The
threats are clear...solutions are getting very expensive;
43.75%
64.58%
it’s difficult to keep pace with advances in IT; solutions
45.83%
(Percentages total beyond 100 due to multiple choice answers)
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are complicated and over programmed; training is a
big challenge! They all rate as high concerns...in a
58.33%
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ALL EARS
Be Digitally Enhanced Today
or Out Tomorrow
“For a competitive manufacturing
environment, where product information and new technologies are an area where a sizeable amount of time and money is invested and which could easily be
infringed by a data leak, the use of digital
technology to protect data and its misuse has been a boon for us to protect our
interests”, asserts Rajeev Chitalia, in dialogue with POLYMERS Communiqué.
Q. One big attribute of IT has been the possibility of enhancing remote working - your comments on its positive and negative impacts? The advent of IT has enhanced the access to business by helping our customers reach us beyond the business
hours. Also, it has opened up many vistas for our overseas
clients
to
connect
with
us
beyond
time zones, thus enabling a more service-driven business in a pure manufacturing and product supply environment.
The only visible minus point of remote working is Rajeev Chitalia Managing Director Electrofocus Electricals Pvt. Ltd. Mumbai
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GLOBAL IMPACT
Budget Modi 2.0
Smart Welfarism, Path to US$ 5 Trillion Economy
I
t will take a while before the Nation realises that Budget 2019-20 will be a defining moment in the history
of not only India, but the world. With
gradual evolution of the eco-political ‘isms’, the world was orphaned. Weak political
leadership,
confused
and
conflicting economic thought, changing
demography and porous standards of governance have made the world gasp
for fresh oxygen. Capitalism, communism
and socialism were all models of bygone era. What then is the right governance model for the future?
The classical welfare state concept arose
from the ashes of Soviet block collapse and is about to vanish as countries after countries struggle with a singular
phenomenon i.e. ‘Number of people taking benefits from the state far outstrip
the number of people contributing taxes to the exchequer.’ Spend more than
what you earn, many times even before
Shailesh Sheth Corporate Strategy Advisor Management & Manufacturing Technology, Mumbai
A US$ 5 trillion economy by 2024-25 with a ‘can do’ attitude and a new confidence. In recent memory, no Finance Minister has answered post budget
questions with the level of confidence and élan with which Nirmala Sitharaman fielded them.
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you earn. Strong economic models too are facing earthquakes.
Oil
rich
Venezuela
is
bankrupt,
Greece is surviving on EU doles despite a booming
tourism industry, Brexit is threatening to upset UK and EU applecarts and the list goes on.
the core of it are new power centres. farmers
Youth,
and
‘Can Do’
women,
attitude and
low-income
groups benefitting from last
mile delivery of entitlements
which are now considered not as
The World is Ready to Embrace a New ‘ism’.
‘Confidence’,
‘Scale’ are three
key underlying DNA
constituents of this
doles, but state obligations. For decades,
With this as contextual scenario, the inherent DNA
of this budget contains, when read with Modi 2.0 governments’ articulated vision, the first glimpses
governments have been seen as ‘obliging
monarchs’ or ‘mai-baaps’ as aam aadmi would
call them. Now they are regularly talked to as
kaamdars, thus instilling a new pride among all
of a new ‘ism’ emerging. The vision elements in
Indians. The land they stand on is not someone’s
breakthrough
thinking,
of whose governance is ‘Smart Welfarism’. And
confidence of a ‘New India’. At the same time,
or Mumbai Club, Bhadralok of Bengal or Comrades
keywords are: Inclusive, stability, consolidation, ideas,
out-of-box
long-term perspective and, above all, increasing the first woman presented budget, outlines technology - Digital India, 5G, national grids, minimally
cashed
society,
fourth
industrial
revolution, data mining, artificial intelligence et al.
It is Readying India and Indians to Become ‘Smart’ Thus, I call this new ‘ism’ as ‘Smart Welfarism’. At
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budget.
charity, but their own ‘Naya Bharat’, the centrepiece
never mind who says what. Be they Lutyens’ Delhi
of Kerala. Jan Dhan Bank account and Direct Benefit Transfer is what matters. Connection is people to power, direct.
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FROM THE ARCHIVES
“Our users still need to experience real automation and untie
their almost umbilical cord like connection with rigid, limited, 2 axes solutions that pass for
automation. The silver lining is
the segment serving automotive components, which is on the
brink of a robot revolution”, says Sonali Kulkarni in dialogue with POLYMERS Communiqué.
Sonali Kulkarni President and CEO FANUC India Pvt. Ltd. Bengaluru
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Spirit of User-Vendor Co-operation
Critical to Automation Success
Q. The right ‘positioning of automation’ is key to its success. Your comments. I would not necessarily term it as ‘positioning’. But it is true that every automation project at
the outset needs to be carefully envisaged in totality. Today, FANUC has almost 4000 robots manufacturing our line up of products. The holistic planning that must precede and the approach
to refining that a user must adopt, is a must. At FANUC India, we emphasise this to any customer keen on robot automation. The work flow, volumes, the viability and even proper introduction to shopfloor team - all need due attention if the project is to succeed in the long term.
Another critical aspect is the spirit of cooperation between the user and automation vendor.
FANUC has a totally customer-centric approach. Even so, and having seen innumerable robotisation projects, I find the most successful and the ones which yield the best RoI, are the
ones where customer side too is lead by a senior minded, solution-oriented person. Some years
ago, we automated a press line at one of India’s top manufacturers. The presses were over 50 years old, and were obviously not arranged with robotisation in mind. Yet, we succeeded - and
the customer was delighted. In fact, right now we are working on a repeat project. The single most important factor was the extremely solution-oriented attitude of the gentleman in charge of the project at customer end. We really worked as true partners.
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Q. Where do you see the Indian plastics processing industry and adoption of automation? As a whole, we have some way to go. Our users still need to experience real automation and untie their almost
Knowing the criticality of cost angle,
aggressively
Cost of Ownership (TCO), with robots
units per year in plastic moulding
FANUC’s solutions ensure lowest Total having MTBF of 8 years in India. Thus, creative solutions like: NN
2 Roboshot
umbilical cord like connection with
rigid, limited, 2 axes solutions that
NN
pass for automation. The silver lining
on to mould cavity, (insert moulding),
components, which is on the brink of a
part extraction, inspection using
robot revolution.
3D vision) NN
right from extraction, inspection, to
OEM or Tier 1 that they supply to. They
assembly - making it a total human
remain dependent on these OEMs who
touch-free process
design the specifications in entirety and
So, even the question of automation,
NN
Absolute
part
inspection,
part
stacking to the right product bins
is left to the better judgement of the
Even though China has been slowing
commanding presence. Easily said, but
recognise Indian manufacturing is just
automation will contribute, along of course with strong intent.
the value of automation for efficiently achieving volumes.
Q. You have worked closely with the plastics industry. Would you highlight some specific automation solutions the FANUC offers for this industry? As
two.
China
automation,
NN
Knowing the 12 - 15 sec cycle
time required by the automotive sector,
we
offer
our
single
10 kg payload robot (weighing just
with a J3 axis that can flip over
two orders of magnitude. It is unrealistic the
factory
injection moulding machines:
allowing
the
robot
to
work
behind itself. This M-10iA robot
easily handles 2 injection moulding machines in a cell.
not in the same league. They are like compare
in
within loading / unloading (L/UL) from
down for some years, we should
to
partners
we support a range of requirements
2D vision and 1632 mm reach,
phase, differentiate itself, reach into
investing in good machines and sound
~2000
130 kg) with slimmest footprint,
other, purely in a price game. Our
newer markets and acquire a more
robotisation
consumes
World’ and has clearly understood
so on.
Q. How does this compare with the similar Chinese industry?
industry has to grow out of this
embraced
today
robots. China is still the ‘Factory of the
connectors (tolerance ± 5µ) and
players up the value chain tend to pit
even
alone, while we barely integrate ~200
in the case of multi-cavity precise
automotive OEM / Tier 1 suppliers. The
the plastic processors against each
Turnkey automation solution for
critical medical parts (Petri dishes),
most of our users take their cue from the
just have the plastic processors execute.
A robot addressing multiple process requirements like insert placement
is the segment serving automotive
Our industry remains fragmented and
A single 6 axis robot handles a cell of
and
NN
For the most demanding, 2 - 5 sec as
has
required
by
the
packaging
segment, we have our compact
robot the size of a human arm
I admire N. R. Narayana Murthy for his passion, his ethics and for showing that world-class excellence is possible in India. He showed that you can create wealth the honest way. He has inspired generations of Indians and made India respected around the world.
(weighing 27 kg) with a 7 kg payload, and a calculated TCP speed of maximum 11 m/sec. This LR Mate
robot also has the unique flip over
function and sealed mechanical units
(IP67)
which
allows
for
integrating even inside the injection moulding machine. NN
With its clean room requirement, parts for the medical industry can be
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TRUE SHOWCASE
Technology Powers
Engel Presence at K 2019
At K 2019, ENGEL will once again underline its technological
pre-eminence by demonstrating a wide range of challenging industry applications.
I
n the recently concluded 2018/2019 fiscal year, ENGEL achieved
group sales of Euro 1.6 billion, an increase of six per cent over the previous year. “The German-speaking countries of
Europe - Germany, Austria, Switzerland - and Asia, in particular, contributed
to
the
renewed
sales
growth,”
reports
Dr. Stefan Engleder, CEO of the ENGEL Group. Throughout the fiscal year just passed, ENGEL generated 54 per cent of its turnover in Europe, while Asia accounted for 21 per cent and the Americas for 24 per cent. There are currently 6,900
staff working at the ENGEL Group’s plants and subsidiaries
worldwide, 3,900 of them at the three Austrian plants in
Schwertberg, St. Valentin and Dietach.
Despite robust growth rates characterising the first half of the
2018/19 fiscal year, ENGEL noticed initial signs of a decline in
production in the automotive industry, its most important target
industry, in the summer of last year. “In the meantime, the sales
market has declined drastically worldwide,” says Dr. Stefan Engleder.
The political causes make it difficult to assess further developments.
“We are very well prepared for the changing requirements in the
automotive industry,” as Dr. Stefan Engleder emphasises. “Our customer
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proximity empowers us to anticipate trends at
at heart’ is connected to the ENGEL Group’s other
have invested heavily in technology development
possibilities
a very early stage. Over the past few years, we
in the areas of both, surfaces and lightweight composites design and can now offer a wide range of production-ready processes.”
ENGEL invests Euro 70 million per year in research
worldwide customer technology centres. The of
the
innovative
inject
4.0
technologies can thus be conveyed in a practical and very tangible manner.
ENGEL @K 2019
and development. ENGEL has almost completed its
2020 investment programme, the largest of its
ENGEL Celebrates 30 Years of Tie-Bar-Less Technology
kind since the company was founded in 1945. More than Euro 375 million was invested in the
With ENGEL’s tie-bar-less technology, the numbers
expansion and modernisation of the production
speak for themselves, with over 70,000 machines in
the hands of around 10,000 customers. It was first
plants alone as part of this programme.
released 30 years ago at the K show in 1989 and is
Central Europe, including Germany, Austria and Switzerland, made the largest contribution to the
ENGEL Group’s continued growth in the past fiscal year. “The region is still the technology leader. In addition, powerful international groups
that invest worldwide from Europe have their
headquarters here,” as Dr. Christoph Steger, CSO of the ENGEL Group, reports.
New ENGEL Technology Centre Makes the Smart Factory a Tangible Experience
ENGEL’s tie-bar-less technology was first released 30 years ago at the K show in 1989.
currently enjoying a true resurgence.
ENGEL AUSTRIA has launched its new ‘ENGEL
ENGEL’s tie-bar-less injection moulding machines
headquarters in Schwertberg, Austria. “We have
cost-effectiveness and efficiency with minimal
Technology Centre. Innovation at heart’ at its
created our own pilot plant for vertical integration
in injection moulding and can thus support our customers even more comprehensively on their
are able, like no other machine design, to combine resource consumption.
Circular Economy
way to implementing the smart factory,” says
Circular economy is one of the focus topics at
centre is the heart of the latest expansion
injection moulding machine manufacturer and
Dr. Stefan Engleder. The new customer technology
K 2019 and also the ‘green thread’ running through
at headquarters.
system solutions provider ENGEL’s trade fair
The new ‘ENGEL Technology Centre. Innovation
huge importance of this topic in the run-up to
appearance. Dr. Stefan Engleder emphasises the
the trade fair as follows: “It is my personal concern to contribute to establishing a circular economy for the plastics industry, which bears a global
responsibility that can only be met by companies working together. I therefore welcome the focus
on ‘circular economy’ at the most important international industry event.”
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Technology Adoption Deepak Pahwa Chairman, Pahwa Group Managing Director, Bry-Air (Asia) Gurugram
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to Play a Pivotal Role for Plastic Auxiliaries
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“With rapid technological advancements
taking place in manufacturing - Industry 4.0,
There are four critical legs on which the lithium
etc., it’s manufacturing which is seen
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Technology
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Raw material / other inputs like battery
battery production space stands on:
growing usage of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to provide sustainable growth and rise
separators
in the career path of young Indians,” opines Deepak Pahwa, in dialogue
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Machinery, and
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Dry Rooms
Lithium battery manufacturing is a very critical
with POLYMERS Communiqué.
process
and
requires
ultra-low
dew
point
conditions for production. It requires dry rooms with environmental control equipment which can help achieve <1% RH conditions.
As a key industry stakeholder working in the transformative mobility and energy storage space, in the field of providing dry room technology,
Q. What new opportunities for environment control are your witnessing today. Tell us more about the opportunities presented by the manufacturing of electric vehicle batteries.
which is critical for lithium battery manufacturing,
Bry-Air is well-equipped as a ‘Made in India’ dry room
technology
supplier
offering
patented
solutions to cater to the growing EV battery manufacturing market.
With the fast-paced growth across industries,
Q. How would you rate the technology adoption by this industry (plastic auxiliaries)?
natural resources and the environment at large,
consumers appetite. New age plastics is driving
The
demand
for
reliable
and
trustworthy
environment control solutions is ever increasing. countries, economies...and ignorance towards key going forward we see immense opportunities for
environment control solutions. Fresh air or noncontaminated air will become a dire need with rapid civilisation and technology growth. Take, for
example, the boom in the energy storage and EV
(electric vehicle) markets. The driver is ‘greener technology’, alternative solutions to declining resources but come with the same challenges to
The industry is fast-evolving and so is the Indian the growth with recyclability of materials playing a
critical role. Technology adoption in such a scenario has a pivotal role to play.
The Indian consumer is now discerning, more
conscious and aware of the nuisances of plastics. Yet, he / she is privy to the importance of plastics in daily life needs.
address / minimise the environmental hazards,
The consumer / manufacturer is more concerned
sustain the need of modern mankind.
used, stringent quality checks it has undergone,
risk to humans and finding a sustainable model to The
Indian
market
has
huge
potential
for
EVs and is fast growing its capacities to be a self-sustainable
EV
manufacturer
with
all
about the grade of plastic being manufactured / certification by leading domestic and international bodies
of
repute
and
conformability and recyclability.
none-but-the-least
technologies / materials / machinery / dry rooms
Hence, role of technology in traceability, real-time
needs of next-gen Indians.
during processing, recyclability and predictive
being available for enhancing and driving the
Analysing the trends in the space of EV, it looks like for the next few years, the raw material driving the
market and in immense demand across the globe is lithium and related battery materials.
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analysis, measurement and control of moisture
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Quality in its purest form. With passion, we develop future-oriented inspection and sorting devices for the quality assurance of plastic pellets, such as the PURITY SCANNER ADVANCED. – Online inspection and automatic sorting for pellets of any kind – Detection of metallic and organic contamination as well as cross contamination as small as 50 μm on the surface and inside the pellet – Professional Data Analysis Management (PDAM) for statistics, visualization and data logging
Visit us from October 16-23, 2019 at K, Düsseldorf, Germany. Hall 10 - Booth H21
www.sikora.net/purityscanner
NICELY NICHE
Sponsored by
Special Masterbatch Technology
for BOPP Lines
“The production of uniform pellets is not
simple considering the process variables. One needs experience and consistent
quality control. This is very important as
the final product i.e. BOPP film, should
be very uniform at very high line speeds”,
shares Padmanabh Shah, in dialogue with
POLYMERS Communiqué.
Q. How ‘special’ can speciality additive masterbatches get in current times? Normal additive masterbatches are for general use in plastics processing. These are based on pigments, fillers, additives etc.
Our masterbatches are special with high concentrations from
40 to 70%. These concentrations are based upon a lot of research and plant trials. Our masterbatches are meant for BOPP lines which run at high speeds. The down gauging to lower thickness with improved barrier properties and without
any loss in mechanical properties is possible only with special masterbatch technology.
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Sponsored by
Padmanabh Shah Director Eurasia Polychem Pvt. Ltd. Mumbai
Q. Your future plans to grow your plastics business from a global perspective. Our present activity of masterbatch is in technical support with a multinational company. We have the exclusive rights for manufacturing this product for India and Malaysia. Our attempt will be to be
the single global player to offer this product. We have explored other countries including Philippines and Vietnam.
We can manufacture the masterbatch for the global
market
and
may
consider
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marketing
through other partners, if necessary. It is a joint venture and hence the activity will expand as per the strategy of all the partners.
Our other business in supply of special additives, some raw materials and also chemicals has entered
South Africa, Middle East and Europe in a small way, but soon, we will expand.
Q. What role has quality palletising played in the success of your products? ECON has a specialised system for pelletising.
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Sponsored by
for business with the western world. I must
add here, that once you establish a business
in the western world, it runs fairly smooth. There is a big potential for export business with the western world.
Q. Tell us something more about your plant in Malaysia. How kind of business fit does it provide to you? Setting up of a plant in Malaysia was quite smooth.
The
industrial
parks
in
Malaysia
offer good facilities. People in Malaysia are reasonably competent. The plant in Malaysia
can be useful in catering to markets in South
East Asian countries and also perhaps China. Big opportunities exist. We are on a learning Additive masterbatch.
curve at this stage and very soon we may They have a strong technical back up as the
pelletising needs thorough understanding of polymer properties, additivation and many
other factors. The production of uniform pellets is not simple considering the process variables. One needs experience and consistent quality
ideas we are toying with.
Special coatings on the plastic products to
enhance the appearance,
aesthetics as
well as specific properties for
enhancing the shelf-life are
at the back of our mind.
There are some ideas we are toying with. Special
at very high line speeds.
the appearance, aesthetics as well as specific
Q. ECON has been a key supplier to your operations. How do you look at them as a partner in your success?
the back of our mind. We will first stabilise in
coatings on the plastic products to enhance properties for enhancing the shelf-life are at
our present business and then expand. We are open to any opportunity that may come from
The main variation can come from properties
other business houses. We are open for any
The compounding speed, temperature profile
and speciality applications.
of PP. A small variation may be always present. and design of extruder play a vital role on the
properties of melt. Pelletising is a science
and art. ECON and our company have a good understanding and they have helped in the
commissioning of the plant as well as thereafter.
sustainable partnership based upon technology
Q. BOPP film is one key market segment that you cater to. Share with us your experience with this sector and the solutions that you offer for the same.
It is a good partnership.
BOPP films are made on wide width and
Q. You have been a part of this business when you were in Europe as well. How do you compare business and business potential between the West World and the East?
conditions are different, additives differ and
most sophisticated machines. The operating
also the end applications. We offer additive batches, modifiers, barrier materials, coating
solutions and special surface effect products for BOPP films.
I was in Europe and the business ethics are
We maintain the secrecy of our customers. Our
openness are essential. We have to be consistent
customer shares their full experience, we can
quite different there. The quality assurance and
in our quality and supply schedule. We, in India, face the problems of raw material supply on
time and also complicated banking system
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Q. Processors continue to look at speciality masterbatches to add a difference to their products. What new are you planning to launch?
control. This is very important as the final product i.e. BOPP film, should be very uniform
There are some
expand in Malaysia.
manufacturing strategy is consistent. If the offer
better
proposition
for
enhancing
his
profits. We keep innovating and the benefits in saving are passed on to our customer.
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P. K. Patkar Chairman & Managing Director, J P Extrusiontech Ltd.
P. K. Patkar is all smiles as he reminiscences his journey to sucess; a young, determined and firm believer in his dreams, he has sucessfully navigated his company, keeping pace with global development.
Change being the only constant, we thought it
would be wonderful to capture this and freeze
‘time’. We associate with the ‘current look’ of
our industry colleagues and would it not be
exciting to know of their persona, decades
ago. That’s what we did, had them dig deep into their archives and share this just for your ‘read’... or should we say ‘see’!
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Ramesh Patel Partner, Deep Plast Industries
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R. B. Jagyasi
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His eyes clearly seem to understand the needs of a processor, in 1986 designing the Klockner Windsor machines to being heading strategy and operations at Milacron...truly a success story.
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Shreevallabh G. Kabra Chairman & Managing Director, Kabra Extrusiontechnik Ltd.
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Over 2 decades then (1992) S. V. K. as he is fondly addressed by the industry, has dedicated over 55 years of his life to the plastics industry. His voracious reading has always kept him up-to-date with current times, similarly true for his company as well.
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Prashant Trivedi Vice President R&D, Design, Sintex-BAPL Ltd.
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FILMS AND MORE
Brückner Maschinenbau
at K 2019
A showcase of innovations meeting the demands of a circular economy.
A
t K 2019 (Hall 3, Booth C90),
At K, Brückner will introduce two
for speciality films are becoming more
present their latest innovations
production of BOPE films (biaxially
will be presenting various innovations
Brückner
Maschinenbau
will
for the demands of a circular economy. The focus is on mono-material film with superior mechanical and optical
properties. These are ideal for the use
in new, single-origin packaging and guarantee good sortibility in waste separation and optimal recycling.
completely new line concepts for the
oriented polyethylene). The new lines
important in Brückner’s portfolio. They for the K 2019:
also have the flexibility to produce
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innovative BOPE films is only now
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BOPP
films:
As
the
demand
for
starting to develop, film producers will
BOPP capacitor film.
a calcium carbonate proportion of
market trends.
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a new inline coater for all BOPP and BOPE lines, installed in the line before
the transversal stretching. It makes the
Alongside
stretching
lines
for
the
production of packaging films, machines
Biaxially oriented polyester film lines (BOPET) for optical applications.
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BOPI
lines
polyimide),
production of extremely thin functional layers within the nano-range possible.
Lines for the production of stone
paper based on BOPP or BOPE with
be able to react swiftly and flexibly to Additionally, Brückner has developed
New high-temperature concept for
(biaxially
perfect
optical applications. NN
for
oriented flexible
Battery separator film lines: Newly
developed and patented relax chain for improved film properties.
If you want to shine like the sun, first burn like the sun.
- A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
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GLOBAL CONGREGATION
New technologies to be
showcased at K 2019 will be the drivers of innovation for
a productive and responsible today, tomorrow and future.
The Technology Spotlight
K
2019, known as ‘The World’s
sector; first and foremost, in regard to
litter and climate change on the one
Rubber’ and scheduled to take
and the ‘circular economy’. These not
energy efficiency and recycling on
No. 1 Trade Fair for Plastics and
place in Düsseldorf between 16th and
23rd October, 2019, is fully booked. Over
3,000 exhibitors from over 60 countries have registered to participate. K will
occupy the entire Düsseldorf exhibition grounds
with
some
1,75,000
m²
of net exhibition space and over 2,00,000 trade visitors from all over
the world are expected come to the event.
K is the performance barometer for the entire industry and its global
‘plastics for sustainable development’ only will be among the hot topics
touched on at the exhibitors’ stands
at the upcoming K, but will also be covered
comprehensively
supporting programmes.
in
the
For example, the special exhibition ‘Plastics Shape the Future’ also sees itself
the other. ‘Plastics Shape the Future’
not only will offer an international information and networking platform, but
will
also
involvement
of
provide
for
greater
policymakers
and
socially relevant groups in the form of keynote speeches and speed talks.
October can find the exhibitor database
including
packaging
waste,
marine
preparing for their visit to K 2019 in at www.k-online.com/2410. The ticket
office for K 2019 is already opened on the portal as well.
Over 3000 exhibitors
here to demonstrate the industry’s capabilities, discuss current trends and
set the course for the future. K 2019
K Basics K
was
first
organised
by
Messe
Düsseldorf in 1952 and takes place every three years. The last K in 2016 saw 3,293 exhibitors from 61 countries on
underscores its special position not
over 1,73,000 m² of net exhibition
only through its popularity with
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conservation,
Crucial topics will be discussed in detail,
plastics and rubber world will meet
of our era and especially of its
resource
Those who want to already now begin
to current social trends and discussions.
days, the ‘who’s who’ of the entire
addressing the current challenges
and
as a podium for solutions and answers
marketplace for innovations. For eight
the global industry, but also by
hand
Hot topic, ‘Circular Economy’
space and 2,32,053 trade visitors,
Comprehensive supporting programmes
71 per cent of whom came from abroad.
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SIVARAM SPEAKS
Discovery of a ‘New to the World’ Stereospecific Polymer from a Readily Available Monomer A. J. Teator and F. A. Leibfarth, by using an ingenious
approach for the design of a cationic catalyst, were able to
polymerise IBVE to a predominantly isotactic crystalline solid polymer with some remarkable properties.
F
ollowing the discovery of the Ziegler’s catalyst for
the low-pressure synthesis of linear polyethylene in
1955,
the
first
stereospecific
polymer,
namely, isotactic-polypropylene (PP) was made by G. Natta by polymerising propylene in presence of a modified version of Ziegler’s catalyst. This heralded the polyolefin industry as we know today and is the
Dr. S. Sivaram Former Director, CSIR-NCL Honorary Professor and INSA Senior Scientist Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Pune
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dominant thermoplastic material we consume. It was soon understood that stereospecificity is critical to the useful properties of PP. Atactic non-stereospecific
polypropylene is a rubbery material with little or no useful properties. It was recognised that for many polymers
capable
stereochemistry
of
exhibiting
(tacticity),
only
configurational one
specific
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isomer has useful physical properties for commercial applications.
In spite of this understanding, synthesis of configurationally pure isomers of many vinyl
monomers has been difficult to achieve. This is especially true if the monomer contains heteroatoms like oxygen, nitrogen etc. Such
heteroatoms poison the Ziegler and other similar catalysts, rendering them inactive. It
is, therefore, not surprising that the family of stereospecific polymers have been restricted only to olefin monomers. Polymer chemists have
long realised that introduction of polar oxygen or nitrogen groups in polyolefin could create
Another attribute of this new class of polymers is
that they could
be degradable in the environment under hydrolytic conditions.
new properties, not available to simple nonpolar polyolefin. However, available chemistry has proven inadequate to accomplish this task.
Discovering a New Class of Polymers Vinyl alkyl ethers are a class of monomers,
which has been available for a long time. One important class of this monomer is iso-
butyl vinyl ether (IBVE) (Refer Figure 1). Under acidic (cationic) catalysts, IBVE undergoes polymerisation.
However,
the
resulting
polymer is atactic in nature with a density of 0.90 - 0.93, a glass transition temperature of
-18° C
Such
and
polymers
and transparent.
refractive are
index
rubbery
in
of
1.45.
nature
G. Natta. Calvin Schildknecht, working in GAF Corporation in the USA, observed that
under certain conditions, he could polymerise IBVE to a crystalline solid polymer, unlike the
atactic counterpart, which was rubbery[1]. Calvin Schildknecht noted that the difference in property could be attributed to how the
ether groups were arranged along the polymer chains. He suggested that the crystalline IBVE
must have the ether group placed on the
same side of the chain, implying regularity in spatial configuration. Calvin Schildknecht’s
intuitive explanation of the altered properties of IBVE was prescience. Unlike G. Natta’s
discovery if isotactic PP, Calvin Schildknecht’s discovery did not ignite the interest of the academic community nor the industry. No
commercial applications emerged and the crystalline poly (isobutyl vinyl ether) was relegated to the dustbin of history.
A. J. Teator and F. A. Leibfarth, working at the University of North Carolina, USA have recently infused new life into this old
chemistry. By using an ingenious approach for the design of a cationic catalyst, they were
able
to
predominantly
polymerise
isotactic
IBVE
crystalline
to
a
solid
polymer with some remarkable properties.
These authors showed that by changing the nature of the ether groups in the
CH3
polymer, the glass transition temperature CH2
H3C Figure 1: Iso-butyl vinyl ether (IBVE).
in
a
stereospecific
and melting temperature of the polymers can
be
varied
over
a
large
range,
i.e. Tg between -14° C to - 53° C and Tm To know more, please subscribe to
Interestingly, the fact that IBVE could be polymerised
predates the discovery of isotactic PP by
fashion
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A Route to Stereocontrolled Polymerisation Traditional methods for making poly(vinyl ethers) are based on free-radical or cationic polymerisation, which yields amorphous polymers without regular stereochemistry. A. J. Teator and F. A. Leibfarth instead use an organocatalyst that enables full control over the polymer’s stereochemistry. The resulting polymers are semi-crystalline, mechanically strong and strongly adhesive.
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MEGA EVENT
Plastivision India 2020 & Beyond
Progress of the Plastics Industry, the Foremost Agenda
A
A trade show for and from
re
the finest in business;
up
Plastivision India 2020 is
Date, Time and
Place
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because
to
firsthand?
Plastivision
experience
Great! India
Gear
2020
benchmark and treat all with a rewarding business experience.
and promises to provide an enriching experience.
ready
(PVI 2020) promises to break its very esteemed
planned to work wonders for each and every visitor
you
resplendence
From a well-seasoned honcho of the plastics industry to someone trying to carve a way in
this line of biz, Plastivision India is definitely a name one has heard of. One of a kind
Plastivision India 2020 is scheduled to be hosted between
16th and 20th January, 2020. The timings are 10.00 A.M. to 6.00 P.M. Bombay Exhibition Centre, Nesco Complex Ground, Off Western Express Highway, Goregaon, Mumbai, Maharashtra - 400 063
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venture
booster
and
the
largest
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exhibition in the country, this event From
conferences
and
Plastivision
is
are reportedly a lot different, bigger
the globe. Therefore, the exhibition
reckoned
receives a whopping support of
grand and befitting for all good reasons.
funds and endorsement from the Government of India.
Leading-edge technology and social
media are marking high grades in
is reckoned as one of the top 10
plastic exhibitions conducted across
exhibitions to a wholesome learning experience,
industries, plastics industry never made
of the major reasons why Plastivision
showcases the best of the business world.
The event is a massive success. One
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The
event
is
not
just
about
business. Learn the ropes to make it
bioplastics, adhesives, compressors
Thinking how? Well, the answer is
business. This exhibition has experts
PVI 2020 exhibition!
energy, recycling machines, new
big and climb the ladder to the top.
and the popular elements in the
where and it is right here at the
educating visitors about renewable and modern packaging ways and
Highlights: What is in it for All?
other knicks and knacks focused on amplifying business by large
The event is promised to be a
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dwelling house of industry pundits and experts in the plastics industry.
Valuable
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demonstration
and
induction programmes on machine operation and manufacturing by seasoned professionals.
Exhibitors from different arenas of
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the industry sharing their expertise
with dwindling to no impact on the environmental health.
Industry Progress - Core to AIPMA and Plastivision India Technology Upgradation Funds or TUF is endorsed by the Government of India. Though this fund has been doing
rounds in the business circles for other
and trade stories. Cherry on the top - for newbies in the plastics industry, one could certainly get schooled about the latest
equipment
practices in use.
and
We find PVI as a good
marketing platform wherein
we introduce new machines
and innovative technologies. At the upcoming PVI 2020,
it to the list. However, this year, things and upgraded. Big guns at AIPMA have
been interacting with the government, pitching the benefits of having a portion of the TUF funds in the plastics industry. Celebrations are next in the round since
TUF availability for the plastics industry has got an in-principle nod. Switch to upgraded technology and promising new machineries at the earliest. Not
only does one benefit riches in terms of business, but also avail the government subsidy. The question that pops up
though is which machines to invest in? Well, the list of machines to be included in the TUF is being finalised currently.
Aiding Business - By Institution of Consulting Cells AIPMA, furthering its commitment to
the industry, has come up with a new
concept of consulting cells or business enabler cells. For SMEs and MSMEs, it’s always been a challenge to get the
right
product
for
the
right
application, at the right price and with business-friendly terms. In all these
areas, these cells will serve as a great deal of advantage.
Companies subscribing to this service, can also avail of other benefits. For example, a few renowned companies
have also agreed to a 3-year payment
schedule with no mandatory down
payment. Kudos to Team AIPMA!
with a Boucherie tooth brush
A 5-Day Programme Guaranteeing Optimum Return on Investment
live demo. We will also be displaying
investing good five days from your
we will be showcasing a Borghi
household brush tufting machine machine. These machines will be on
Are you a tad bit skeptical thinking of
our latest telecom duct line as well as
hectic schedule? Well, bid goodbye to
the online socketing machine for PVC SWR sockets. Rajiv Sanghavi CEO Satellite Plastic Industries Mumbai
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these dilemmas because this five-day programme will steer your business to the most lucrative direction. Hosted on 1,00,000 square metre area, the event will be brimming with visitors. Any wild guess regarding the footfalls expected?
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2,50,000 and more visitors! Quite a crowd, isn’t it? Well, it’s more than worthy
because
industry
gurus,
reformists and young entrepreneurs will be gathered under one roof.
Plastivision has been our
Over 1,500 exhibitors have registered. From to
winning
skilled
employed
business
production
white
flagship exhibition. It’s the
owners
most impactful marketing
managers,
collars,
events within our industry.
board
We participated in 2017 and
members of the best organisations
it was more successful than
and government employees - why on
earth
would
anyone
we expected.
ignore
This time we’re using Plastivision as
the chance of attending such an
our gateway to showcase our recycling
esteemed exhibition?
capabilities to the world.
Shaping Up Well
Ravago has been in the recycling space since its inception and we’re
The 11th edition of Plastivision India
bringing few of those capabilities to India.
2020, organised by The All India Plastics
Manufacturers Association (AIPMA), is
We have a great recycling programme in place and are already
every visitor and promises to provide an
targeted audience.
working with few large clients. Plastivision will only enhance our
planned to work wonders for each and enriching experience.
Deepak Shah Managing Director Ravago Shah Polymers Pvt Ltd. Bengaluru
With the advancement in age, it is of pressing need to learn and put the
concepts of Industry 4.0 into practice.
What does the concept summarise? Also known as ‘Smart Factory’, Industry 4.0
encourages absolute computerisation of the process of manufacturing. Here are a few key features: NN
Latest manufacturing technologies
aspect that would fuel sustainable growth of our industry.
Cyber physical systems
NN
Cloud computing
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Artificial intelligence
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Not in a cutting-edge event like
that of PVI 2020. Reap benefits of offline stall locators and reach your
connections without any hassle. Plastivision makes networking with
Industrial internet of things
prospects a piece of pie.
and others.
In a nutshell, Industry 4.0 relies on interconnectivity, machine learning and real-time data. Learn more about smart
manufacturing, digital technology and machine operations at PVI 2020.
Another area that would receive big
attention at PVI 2020 would be the current update on circular economy. To
give this a meaningful output, a global conclave on recycling is planned which
will attract experts from across the globe to deliberate this most important
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Offline Stall Locators: The woe of a
staggering network is tiring to bear.
and processes NN
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the
event
Set Cubicles for Meetings: With a
to
witness
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such admirable features. Exclusively specialised
Intelligent Add-ons NN
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availed. advice
financial
Visitors
zones
may
regarding
seek
plastics
can
be
fruitful
business.
Plastivision is more than just an event!
One can learn the nitty-gritties of machines and operations, connect with the choicest of vendors to proceed with a flourishing business and avail
tonnes of other benefits by being a part of PVI 2020.
burgeoning footfall, it does become
Coming to Your City Soon
down
excitement burning. Old school tricks
difficult to locate a spot and sit
PVI
minded professionals. This edition
work
for
discussion
with
like-
of Plastivision keeps convenience
of visitors and exhibitors a priority in the agenda. Meeting rooms and
static small cubicles will be arranged all across the venue. One needs to
come, drop by and be a part of the meeting or conference that can benefit the business or gig by large.
roadshows well
in
always
business.
keep
the
However,
marketing approaches have taken a big leap over the time. It serves a
purpose,
businesses
attracts
and
sums
attention up
as
of
a
contemporary way of executing trade
related workshops. Be a part of it today! Look for the schedule that would be released soon.
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The Big Idea
Time for Happiness We consistently find that people who are willing to give up money to
gain more free time - by, say, working fewer hours or paying to outsource disliked tasks - experience more fulfilling social relationships, more satisfying careers and more joy, and overall, live happier lives.
A
preponderance of evidence shows that the feeling of having enough time -
‘time affluence’ - is now at a record low in the United States. When my team and I analysed a survey of 2.5 million Americans by the Gallup organisation, we
found that 80% of respondents did not have the time to do all they wanted to each
day. This situation is so severe, it could even be described as a ‘famine’ - a collective cultural failure to effectively manage our most precious resource, time.
Ashley Whillans Assistant Professor Harvard Business School Presented by
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Time poverty exists across all economic strata, and its effects are profound. Research shows that those who feel time-
poor experience lower levels of happiness and higher levels of anxiety, depression and stress. They experience less joy.
They laugh less. They exercise less and are less healthy. Their productivity at work is diminished. They are more likely to get divorced. And in our analysis of the Gallup survey data,
my team and I even found that time stress had a stronger
negative effect on happiness when compared to being unemployed.
On a broader level, time poverty directly accounts for
billions
companies
of
each
dollars
year,
in
productivity
and
costs
secondary
to
costs
multiply that number many times over. Public health officials rank it as one of the top contributors to rising obesity.
Researchers put the healthcare costs of time stress at $48 billion a year.
The irony is, despite the perception that people today work longer hours, the data reveals that most of us have more discretionary time than ever before. How can we feel so starved for time?
The answer seems to be money. Most of us fall
into a trap of spending time to get money, because we
believe
long run.
money
will
make
us
happier
in
the
Our thinking is backward. In fact, research consistently shows that the happiest people use their money to buy
time. My colleagues and I have conducted correlational, longitudinal and experimental research with nearly 1,00,000 working adults from all over the world. We consistently
find that people who are willing to give up money to gain more free time - by, say, working fewer hours or paying to
outsource disliked tasks - experience more fulfilling social
relationships, more satisfying careers and more joy, and overall, live happier lives.
Why We Value Money Over Time In studies of middle- and upper-income people across diverse cultural contexts in Europe, Asia and North America, individuals who earn more money report feeling more
pressed for time. In a survey of over 30,000 respondents from Australia, for example, higher levels of time stress were
correlated with higher incomes, and the longer work hours correlated with greater pay could not explain this effect.
Considering that wealthier people can afford to, say, hire
housecleaners and take cabs instead of public transportation, To know more, please subscribe to Polymers Communiqué at subscriptions@polymerscommunique.com
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Bry-Air (Asia) Pvt. Ltd.
Rakesh Chandra Jha, National Sales Manager
419-420 Udyog Vihar Phase 1, Gurgaon-122016, Haryana.
Davis-Standard, LLC
Debbie Crowley, Global Marketing Administrator 1 Extrusion Drive, Pawcatuck-06379, CT T: +860-599-1010 E: dcrowley@davis-standard.com W: www.davis-standard.com
T: +91-124-4184444 E: rcjha@pahwa.com W: www.bryair.com
n Colour Pigments & Masterbatches Nu-Vu Conair Pvt. Ltd.
Pradeep Chudasama, Asst. Manager - Marketing
Plot No. 147, 148 & 154, Devraj Industrial Park, Piplaj-Pirana Road, Piplaj, Ahmedabad-382405, Gujarat.
Prasad Group of Companies
Sanjiv Parikh, General Manager (Sales & Marketing)
Plot No. 14 & 16, G.I.D.C. Estate, Phase-I, Vatva, Ahmedabad-382445, Gujarat. T: +91-79-25830112 M: +91-9377752617 E: plastics@prasadgroup.com W: www.prasadgroup.com
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Rajesh Kumar, VP-Sales
C-65/1 Okhla Industrial Area, Phase II, New Delhi-110020. T: +91-11-41612244 M: +91-9810000461 E: info@alokindustries.com W: www.alokmasterbatches.com
T: +91-79-29708147 M: +91-9712928201 E: marketingindia@conairgroup.com W: www.conairgroup.com/india
ALOK Masterbatches Pvt. Ltd.
Blend Colours Pvt. Ltd. Sharad Rathi, Director
Plot No.35, IDA Kattedan, Hyderabad-500077, Telangana, India. T: +91-40-24361499 / 24360887 M: +91-9885118511 E: info@blendcolours.com W: www.blendcolours.com
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Deep Plast Industries Ramesh Patel, Partner
Block No.553, Rakanpur (Santej), Kalol, Gandhinagar, Ahmedabad-382721, Gujarat.
T: +91-2764-286032 / 286450 M: +91-9825035472 E: rameshpatel@deepplast.com W: www.deepplast.com
Windsor Machines Ltd.
Jitesh R. Patel, Sr. General Manager
Plot No. 5402-5403, Phase-IV, G.I.D.C., Vatva, Ahmedabad-382445, Gujarat. T: +91-79-25841111 / 25841591 M: +91-9825048939 E: jitesh.patel@windsormachines.com W: www.windsormachines.com
n Extruders & Extrusion Lines
Brueckner Machinery and Service India
n Injection Moulding Machines
Ghanshyam Shilamkar, Vice President Sales Indian Subcontinent
Venus Building-3rd Floor, Plot no 8/A, Kalwa MIDC Block, TTC Ind. Area, Opp. Digha Lake, Thane Belapur Road, Navi Mumbai-400708, Maharashtra.
T: +91-22-61674991 E: ghanshyam.shilamkar@brueckner.com W: www.brueckner.com
Yizumi Precision Machinery India Pvt. Ltd. Pramil Das, Sales Manager
No.7, Mahagujarat Ind. Est., Moraiya Patiya, Village Moraiya, Ahmedabad-382210, Gujarat. M: +91-7575009363 E: sales.india1@yizumi.com W: www.yizumi.com
Davis-Standard, LLC
Debbie Crowley, Global Marketing Administrator 1 Extrusion Drive, Pawcatuck-06379, CT T: +860-599-1010 E: dcrowley@davis-standard.com W: www.davis-standard.com
Econ Machinery Pvt. Ltd.
Kumar Engineering Works Pradip Nayyar
48B, Muktaram Babu Street, Kolkata-700007, West Bengal. T: +91-33-22691195 M: +91-9330862742 / 9830083467 E: kumar_engg1956@yahoo.co.in
Vinu Chavda, Managing Director
181, Por Industrial Park, Adjoining Por G.I.D.C., Behind Hotel Sahyog, NH 8A, Por, Vadodara-391243, Gujarat. T: +91-7046263000 M: +91-9624091901 E: v.chavda@econ-in.com W: www.econ-in.com
Rollepaal Engineering India Pvt. Ltd. Pankil Patel, Asst. General Manager-Sales
Ashwamegh Industrial Estate, Block No. 394, Plot No. 2, Near Nutan Nagrik Bank Post: Changodar, Taluka: Sanand, Ahmedabad-382213, Gujarat. T: +91-9898598712 / 13 / 14 M: +91-9824208456 E: p.patel@rollepaal.com W: www.rollepaal.com
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Windsor Machines Ltd.
Manoj Singh, DGM - Sales & Marketing
Plot No. 6 & 7, G.I.D.C., Chhatral, Tal. Kalol, Dist. Gandhinagar-382729, Gujarat. T: +91-2764-307100 / 233646 M: +91-9910273951 E: manoj.singh@windsormachines.com W: www.windsormachines.com
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Mifa Systems Pvt. Ltd.
n Measuring & Test Equipment
Abhay Upadhye, Director
n Machinery for Foam, Reactive or Reinforced Resins
403, Jay Antariksha, Makwana Road, Marol, Andheri (East), Mumbai-400059, Maharashtra.
n Moulds and Dies
Davis-Standard, LLC
Debbie Crowley, Global Marketing Administrator
Subhash Naik, Sales Manager-PCS-ISC
T: +91-8468060922 M: +91-9819791014 E: snaik@datacolor.com W: www.datacolor.com
703, Akik, S. G. Highway, Opp. Rajpath Club, Bodakdev, Ahmedabad-380015, Gujarat. T: +91-79-26870825 M: +91-9327220008 E: au@mifasystems.com W: www.mifasystems.com
Datacolor Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
1 Extrusion Drive, Pawcatuck-06379, CT T: +860-599-1010 E: dcrowley@davis-standard.com W: www.davis-standard.com
Hitech Moulds
Sanjiv Kadu, Business Partner
Bldg No. 3, Unit No. 3, Sampada Sagar Manthan Ind. Estate, Sativali Road, Bhoidapada, Vasai (East), Thane-401208, Maharashtra. M: +91-8691088515 E: sales@hitechmoulds.com W: www.hitechmoulds.com
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n Machines & Equipment for Preprocessing and Davis-Standard, LLC
Debbie Crowley, Global Marketing Administrator 1 Extrusion Drive, Pawcatuck-06379, CT T: +860-599-1010 E: dcrowley@davis-standard.com W: www.davis-standard.com
Technical Training & Research Centre (TTRC) - (A Division of Lohia Corp Limited) Rajeev Kumar Dwivedi, Director, Lohia-TTRC
TTRC Complex, Amiliha, Chaubepur, Kanpur-209217, Uttar Pradesh. T: +91-512-3045100 M: +91-9935802229 E: ttc@lohiagroup.com W: www.lohiattrc.com
1 Extrusion Drive, Pawcatuck-06379, CT
n Raw Materials
n Institute
Debbie Crowley, Global Marketing Administrator T: +860-599-1010 E: dcrowley@davis-standard.com W: www.davis-standard.com
Recycling
Davis-Standard, LLC
Apar Industries Limited
Kamal Sharma, Sr. DGM, Polymer Division
Flat No. 303, Welworth Regency , S. No. 24/3, Near Shivajinagar St Stand, Shivaji Nagar, Pune-411005, Maharashtra. T: +91-20-25514572 / 73 M: +91-9823311662 E: agency.polymers@apar.com W: www.apar.com
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“The alliance with Global Die
and Extrusion Technology Inc. makes us a leading extrusion
systems and service providers, globally. This transaction is a
major milestone for growth of both companies,” highlights Nirav Shah, in dialogue with POLYMERS Communiqué.
Machines for Biodegradable Plastics
The New Demand Q. Tell us about the market response of your recently launched, fully automatic co-extrusion IBC 5-layer Polyolefin Dedicated (POD) blown film line. We recently launched the 5-layer POD line at the Indiaplast 2019
exhibition. We received very good response during the exhibition for
the 5-layer POD line from the domestic as well as international market. All customers appreciated our first line for its very good gauge uniformity and properties along with clarity of the film.
Q. Tell us more about your relationship with Global Die and Extrusion Technology Inc. How do you see it impacting your business here? Together, we become a leading extrusion systems and service providers, globally. This transaction is a major milestone for growth of both companies. It is an exceptional opportunity to team up with an
organisation that shares our values and commitment in order to provide complete total customer solutions.
Q. What are your plans for K 2019? This is fourth time we are participating in K. This special show is the industry’s global stage. Exciting formats will demonstrate and discuss
how the future can be shaped with plastics. We are going to demonstrate our high-tech, fully automatic blown film line.
Q. What advances in blown film technology can have a big impact on sales? We come with 20 years of experience in the blown film industry with proven engineering. Our focused
approach, expertise and excellence in the blown film
industry
helps
customers
grow
faster.
The
speciality of our die design is that it can give very
good gauge uniformity in the long run, uniform thickness the film.
Nirav Shah Managing Director Shubham Extrusion Technik Pvt. Ltd. Ahmedabad
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and
properties
along
with
clarity
of
Q. What new demands from processors that you are working on? Biodegradable producing
plastic films.
plastics;
machines
we
for
are
working
on
biodegradable
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MENTORSHIP
Hire Talent
for Meaningful Growth The greatest benefits of
making the right selection are lowering of costs and
time taken to hire, improved productivity, avoidance of
losses caused by failure of
the hire and preservation of
your reputation as a
good employer.
H
iring the right personnel is of
need to be free from any impressions
business.
yet known prospective candidates.
critical
importance
for
Companies
your and
businesses are, after all, organisations that aim to fulfill one or more tasks and
It is very important that the hire finds
job to hire and retain top quality talent.
not necessary that someone who seems
costly than they seem at the first sight.
or during the skill-set interview will
The greatest benefits of making the right
If the cultural fit is not found it will be
them work and succeed. It is a tough
a cultural fit in your organisation. It is
Hiring mistakes are frequently far more
to be the best candidate in the resume
selection are lowering of costs and time
taken to hire, improved productivity, of the hire and preservation of your
also be successful in your organisation. the ground for the hire’s failure and
consequences associated with that for the company.
reputation as a good employer.
In a company where I was recruiting as
Making the Best Choice
hired for the purpose, we had exactly
Creating a pool of good prospective employees and then getting the best
fits into the organisation are required.
Getting and reviewing resumes and shortlisting the most probable ‘best fits’
is the starting point and only one part
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Cultural Fit
comprise of people who together make
avoidance of losses caused by failure
Rakesh Shah RS Coaching and Consulting New Delhi
you may have of some known or not
of the job.
There are several attributes that will help you to make the best choice. For this, you
CXO, with some of the best consultants
such a situation. We were recruiting senior management personnel and had
interviewed many very good candidates.
A certain person with an outstanding track record in an old, but reputed company did exceedingly well in the interview. I daresay, that was probably the
best
interview
performance
I witnessed in my long career in
recruiting and running the companies.
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The
majority
in
the board insisted
that he be taken
in. I felt that he
was not a proper
Teamwork is
the bedrock of all successful enterprises.
cultural fit and was the
only dissenter in the decision process. Most unfortunately in this case, I was right and the person failed to perform
in the company. The problem was just the cultural change that he couldn’t cope with and manage, while his
competence in terms of the defined job requirements was impeccable. This is a
the
growth
prospective
potential
new
hire
of
the
within
the company. Assuming that
their past track record and
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Interpersonal skills are extremely
will
important in almost all positions
achieving the requisite performance
impact in management roles. All
lead to an unpleasant and unprofitable
Teamwork is the bedrock of all
qualifications
in a company, and of particular
ensure his actually
and longevity in the organisation, can
jobs
failure. The past experience, no matter
successful enterprises.
how right it seems, will not necessarily be right in your company.
require
collaborative
work.
In any organisation, conflicts often
occur not only due to individual or departmental priorities, but also
Assessment of Skills
situation you never want to have.
Outside the exact skill set required for
Growth Potential
skills the probable hire has. Some of the
It is important to assess very carefully
on could be:
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Weekend Delights Friday night to Monday morning, a time to unwind, rejuvenate and be geared to face another grueling week. Each one of us use this ‘my time’ is different ways. And why not, weekend is a time for expressing ourselves. We all have known the personalities featured here as astute business stalwarts; as life is more than just business, we at POLYMERS Communiqué, have started this section called ‘WEEKEND DELIGHTS’. Live life... Lalit Ramsisaria Director
Viva Petrochemical LLP
I look at weekends as a great opportunity for bonding with my family and allocate specific time for myself. Some of the activities involve going out for recreation like movies, swimming, amusement parks, the zoo, game parlours etc. We also make trips to orphanages and old-age homes, as well as spend time with residents. When it comes to spending time with myself, I love listening to music, painting, going for a drive etc. I also enjoy reading nonfictional material based on effective habits, reading spiritual topics touching upon our Gods and our culture. I also spend time researching new business ideas and opportunities as weekends offer a great peace of mind.
Ramesh Dumbre
Associate Vice President Business Development
Sudarshan Chemical Ind
Trekking is one activity that I particularly like and I take this opportunity to motivate you to develop this healthy hobby of trekking. High altitude climb tests your body strength and your mental toughness is on test with every step you take from the minute you start the trek. Treks are quite challenging, full of fun and adventure. Chilly and windy nights, evening showers, scorching UV filled sunlight and low oxygen air make the fun more intense and adorable. The picture alongside is one of my most picturesque treks from Great Lakes Kashmir. Another learning from this trek was the challenges that the Indian army faces each day. The toughest conditions the jawans face there every minute make you salute at every sight of them; I always reciprocated them with warm handshakes and disarming smiles.
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Vivek Chinoy
Marketing Director
Electronics Devices Worldwide Pvt. Ltd.
Weekends are for my kids! On a typical Sunday morning, I would make pancakes and then head to the beach where we would take a walk and then play football. After having a big brunch with cousins, afternoons are rather lazy so usually read a book or watch a documentary. Over long weekends, we love playing board games or work on building games, it could be a bike or a robo. Later in the day, head for a comedy show or a movie.
Ramesh Varadan Indian Director Yizumi HPM
Weekend is meant for adventures, friends and family. Being part of HOG club; at 6.00 am, I kick-start my Harley Davidson along with group of friends, ride in the morning on free highway, away from all the busy traffic of city. The feeling of the early morning cold winds that wash away the leaves off the passing trees and embracing the body gives you a flying feeling and helps you wash away all the stress. Exploring new locations is fun, chatting and laughing with friends is priceless. Later part of the day to me means relaxing and watching some movies indoor and outdoor or an outing with family for some shopping.
Vijay Goyal Promoter
Sigma Chemicals
For me, a perfect Sunday is full of family time and bonding. It usually starts late, getting up by 8’ish, going to Yeshwant club, swimming 60 lengths, and coming home for a great brunch. Later part of the afternoon is mostly spent with family, sitting together enjoying the moments. Indore is a very vibrant city having huge number of cultural and social events. An average Indorian is a member of a club, 2 to 4 associations or 2 to 4 cultural societies. On Saturday and Sunday evenings, we end up choosing between a pool of amazing events. At times, treks and walks also dot my weekends, especially during the monsoon.
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GREEN ALL AROUND
The Paradox of
Single-Use Plastic
‘Single-Use’ was adjudged as the word
time, once and then discarded. A few
used across the globe typically referring
and other beverage containers may
of the year in 2018. It was extensively to plastic products that were found
littered in the environment. Graphic visuals of distressed birds, aquatic
It is desirable to shift the
spotlight from regulating a
few inconsequential plastic products to the broader
issue of management of
all waste. In the context of recycling, plastics would
emerge as a clear winner
with its least use of energy, water and other resources.
animals and other living organisms
impacted by plastic pollution fuelled
the narrative on ‘Single-Use Plastics’. Leaders
in
many
countries
and
organisations pledged to cut-down
or phase out single-use plastics over a specified time frame. In the process, it
the socio-economic status of the users. Relatively poorer households use and
reuse these multiple times unlike highincome households where use and discard practice is predominate. Thus, besides geographical factor, the level of affluence influences the probable list of ‘single-use plastics’.
Depending on the visual presence of streams
estimated to be 350 million tonnes.
the term defied any precise definition.
some plastic products in the waste
Current global demand for plastics is
single-use plastics included plastic
Nearly
carry
in
bags,
different
water
geographies;
bottles,
straws,
plastic cutleries, drink stirrers, readyto-eat food containers, clamp boxes, Technically,
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get used multiple times depending on
Plastics Packaging Economical, Functional and Efficient
generated its fair share of clutter since
insulated coffee cups, EPS trays etc.
S. K. Ray Hon. Secretary & Member of Executive Committee Indian Centre for Plastics in the Environment (ICPE) Mumbai
of these like carry bags, water bottles
almost
all
packaging
40%
of
this
is
used
for
packaging. Plastic packaging is not only economical, but also functionally more efficient. It brings with it multiple benefits like reduced losses of products packed,
extended
shelf-life,
lower
materials like films, pouches, water
transportation cost and unprecedented
food, pharmaceuticals, personal care
these factors, demand for plastics has
films and laminates, and convenience
bringing
bottles, rigid and flexible containers for
consumer convenience. On account of
and house-hold products, multi-layer
rapidly
products like carry bags, straws, drink
stirrers, plastic cutleries, as mentioned above, and others are all single-use plastics. These are used, most of the
grown,
at
substantial
the
same
time
environmental
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