OCTOBER 202419In an exclusive interview with Industry Outlook, Soundhar expresses his views on the machine tool industry's rising technological trends, including the need for automation, digitization, sustainability objectives in manufacturing processes and more. He has more than a decade of experience in supply chain management, organization building, and general management. Also, Soundhar Rajhan is on the boards of the Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers Association and LMW Aerospace Industries Ltd.INDUSTRY INSIGHTSINDUSTRY TRENDS & OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE MACHINE TOOL INDUSTRYAutomated manufacturing processes are often more precise and consistent as it helps to produce machines with higher quality, leads to customer satisfactionWhat are the emerging technology trends in the machine tool industry and how are they expected to impact the market in the near future?The demand for high speed machines in machine tool manufacturing has been increasing in recent years. It offers several advantages and caters to the evolving needs of the industry. It increases productivity through faster cutting and machining operations. It also reduces cycle time. High speed machines supports in enhancing precision with incorporating advanced technologies like precision servo motors, linear guide ways. These features enable tighter tolerance and improved accuracy, resulting in high quality products. Modern industries often require the machining of advanced materials like titanium alloys, high-strength steels and composites. High speed machines equipped with powerful spindles and cutting tools can effectively handle these materials, enabling the production of complex designs with intricate details. With the growing demand for customized products, high speed machines allow manufacturers to quickly prototype Soundhar Rajhan Director ­ OperationsSoundhar Rajhan, Director - Operations (Machine Tool Division), Lakshmi Machine Works
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