International Metalworking News for Asia

In this edition of International Metalworking News for Asia (IMNA) I have penned a feature titled, “Finding the right tool for your automotive design needs.” It explores ASEAN’s position as a hotspot for global manufacturing. Find out more in the Software & Control section. Didier Lacroix, senior VP for International Sales & Services at Cognex Inc. said that machine vision is necessary for many robot-driven operations in automotive production. In the Tooling & Workholding column, he explained how 3-D vision system can help in the production of vehicles that involves the manufacture and assembly of various parts and components. We have been hearing a lot about additive manufacturing recently. Although additive manufacturing is not a new concept, it might be less familiar in countries around the region with less developed manufacturing infrastructure. David Wong S K of Nanyang Polytechnic’s Additive Manufacturing Innovation Centre (AMIC) has joined IMNA’s Editorial Board. He talked about the wider adoption of AM that will radically impact manufacturing processes and productivity in the Industry Focus section. In addition to the regularly scheduled June issue, we interviewed companies, such as GF Machining Solutions, Schunk and ABB, during the MTA Singapore exhibition. Also, this month we published a supplementary issue of IMNA Vietnam for our readers in the region. The IMNA June Vietnam Supplement Magazine shines a light on the dynamic and fast-growing Vietnam market. It offers useful case-in-point solutions to real world development challenges in the manufacturing industry. Lastly, visit the new industrysourcing.com/metalworking website designed with a fresh new look and user-friendly navigation, updated with the latest information about the metalworking industry in Asia.