17, Jul 2026
Flir Announces Participation in Gas India Expo 2026
Flir, with its local partner, Hi-Tech, will be showcasing its best-in-class intelligent imaging and sensing solutions at Gas India Expo 2026
July 17: Flir is set to participate in Gas India Expo 2026 at the India Expo Center (booth 74B), Greater Noida, U.P., from 23-25 July. Bringing together global leaders, innovators, policymakers, and industry professionals, the event will showcase the latest advancements in production, processing, refining, and gas technologies.
Along with its local partner, Hi-Tech, a power equipment and engineering solutions company, Flir will be showcasing its diversified portfolio of Optical Gas Imaging (OGI) and Condition Monitoring solutions.
Product Highlights:
Flir G-Series
The Flir Gx320, G620, and Gx620 are innovative Optical Gas Imaging (OGI) cameras designed to detect hydrocarbons, methane (CH₄), and other Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) emissions from multiple stages of the oil and gas supply chain, as well as other industrial markets.
Flir A500f/A700f
Flir A500f and A700f Advanced Smart Sensor Thermal Cameras are ideal for users who want built-in, on-camera analytics and alarm capabilities for outdoor condition monitoring and early fire detection applications.
Flir ADGiLE
The Flir ADGiLE™ system is an advanced methane detection solution designed to provide continuous and autonomous monitoring of gas leaks.
Flir Axxx-Series
The Flir Axxx-Series Thermal Smart Sensor Camera has the features automation solution providers need for complex monitoring applications, including critical infrastructure, product quality, and early fire detection.
Flir A50/A70
Flir A50 and A70 smart sensor cameras are ideal for users who want built-in, on-camera analytics and alarm capabilities for condition monitoring and early fire detection applications. (https://www.flir.com/en-in/products/a50_a70-smart-sensor/)
Visit Flir at Gas India Expo 2026
• Date: 23-25/Jul/2026
• Venue: India Expo Center, Greater Noida, U.P., India
• Booth #: 74B
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- By Neel Achary
15, Jul 2026
Safety Brakes XL – mayr® power transmission at SMM 2026
Power transmission specialist presents braking systems for high braking torques and large-scale applications in harsh environments
Applications involving extreme torques call for reliable and high-performance safety brakes. This is especially true when the environment presents additional challenges, such as in harbors or on the open sea. With new models in the ROBA-stop® S and ROBA-stop M® series mayr® power transmission now opens up the braking torque range above 1,000 Nm in the maritime sector as well.
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With two new sizes in the proven ROBA-stop® S and ROBA-stop M® series, mayr® power transmission now offers new solutions for these extreme-duty applications. The ROBA-stop M® safety brakes are used in harbor or construction cranes, as well as in hoists or overhead traveling cranes in factory halls at various positions: specifically in the slewing, travel, and hoist drives, usually at the free shaft end. In normal operation, they frequently function as holding brakes. Only at a speed of zero does the brake engage and hold the load securely. The brakes are also designed to absorb peak loads with extreme friction work. This is the case, for example, when downward-moving loads must be braked from full speed in the event of an EMERGENCY STOP or power failure. New to the lineup is the ROBA-stop M® 2000, which achieves a braking torque of 3,500 Nm in the holding brake version and up to 2,500 Nm as a dynamic brake. The brake is available in two protection ratings: Protection rating IP54 for all conventional applications in which exposure to dust and water is not a major factor. For outdoor applications such as large construction cranes, where such conditions are the norm, protection rating IP66 is the better choice. It is achieved through a fully enclosed and sealed design.
The electromagnetic ROBA-stop M® safety brake operates according to the fail-safe principle, meaning it is failure-proof. In the de-energized state – including during a power failure or EMERGENCY STOP – it is engaged. When power is applied, a magnetic field builds up in the brake. The armature disk is attracted to the coil carrier against the spring pressure. This releases the rotor, which means the brake is released. The motor can rotate freely. A further advantage for safety-critical applications: Even in the event of damage to the brake – caused, for example, by a line breakage or failure of the magnetic coil – the braking torque is maintained.
Image source: mayr® power transmission
If even more protection is required – for example, when maritime conditions and seawater come into play – protection rating IP67 in combination with high-performance corrosion protection is the better choice. This applies to harbor crane installations or deck winches and cranes on ships. mayr® has had the ROBA-stop® S in its product range for some time now for such applications. In addition to the high protection rating, the brake is provided with a special seawater primer depending on customer requirements, and also meets the highest corrosion protection classes per DIN EN ISO 12944 when the customer applies a corresponding topcoat. With the ROBA-stop® S in the new size 11, which delivers up to 1,200 Nm dynamic braking torque as standard, an additional model for high loads is now available in the series.
The ROBA-stop® S is specifically designed for the demanding conditions of maritime applications. With protection rating IP67 and high corrosion protection, it withstands the stresses caused by saltwater, heavy seas, and storms, and ensures reliable safety on deck or in harbor installations.
Image source: mayr® power transmission
In difficult installation positions, criteria such as easy installation and handling as well as long maintenance intervals are particularly important, in addition to protection against external influences. Thanks to their reliable and sturdy design, the safety brakes are easy to handle and can be installed quickly and easily. The high-quality friction material of the brake linings with high wear resistance also substantially reduces the number of inspections necessary, and therefore the failure times. If the friction linings wear down, the maintenance effort is minimal: For the ROBA-stop® S series, only the air gap needs to be re-adjusted, or the rotor with the friction linings replaced at the end of the service lifetime. This is even easier with the new size 11 than before: The rotor is accessible from the rear of the brake, even when the brake is installed. This facilitates service and maintenance under extreme conditions and minimizes risks for the crew and equipment.
“We have been present on the market with our robust motor brakes for a comparatively long time, including in extreme applications,” says Andreas Merz, Product Manager at mayr® power transmission. “Our ROBA-stop® went into series production in 1986, so we have already been able to gather extensive experience. However, we are seeing significant developments in the course of electrification. Electric drives are becoming more compact and power-dense, but they also need to handle significantly more torque than before. That is why we are moving into the range well above 1,000 Newton meters with our new brake models. With our new XL brakes, we too are now serving a market segment in which the options available to the user are rather limited.”
mayr® power transmission at SMM 2026 in Hamburg: Hall A4, Booth 326.
15, Jul 2026
From Growth to Global Leadership: India’s Electronics Sector Powers Ahead
July 15: India’s electronics manufacturing sector has achieved a significant milestone, recording a seven-fold increase in production over the past decade and generating around 25 lakh employment opportunities, according to the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).
The remarkable growth reflects India’s rising strength in the global electronics ecosystem, supported by policy initiatives, increased investments, improved manufacturing capabilities, and a growing domestic market.
The expansion of the sector has created new opportunities across various segments, including electronics manufacturing, component development, supply chains, and technology-driven services. It has also strengthened India’s position as an attractive destination for global companies looking to diversify their production networks.
MeitY highlighted that government initiatives focused on boosting domestic manufacturing, promoting innovation, encouraging investment, and developing skilled manpower have played a crucial role in accelerating the sector’s growth.
The growth of electronics production has provided employment opportunities for millions while contributing to India’s broader vision of building a self-reliant and globally competitive technology ecosystem.
As demand for electronic products continues to rise, the sector is expected to remain a key contributor to economic growth, technological advancement, and job creation.
India’s electronics manufacturing journey marks a major step towards establishing the country as a leading global hub for innovation, production, and digital transformation.
15, Jul 2026
India’s Chip Revolution Gets a Mega Boost with INR 1.27 Lakh Crore Semicon 2.0 Mission
July 15: India has taken a major step towards strengthening its semiconductor ecosystem with the approval of ‘Semicon 2.0’, a programme with an investment outlay of ₹1,27,500 crore aimed at accelerating chip design, manufacturing, and advanced technology development.
The initiative is expected to provide fresh momentum to India’s semiconductor ambitions by supporting domestic capabilities and attracting global investments in the rapidly growing chip industry.
Semicon 2.0 will focus on developing a complete semiconductor ecosystem, covering areas such as chip design, manufacturing, packaging, testing, research, and innovation. The programme aims to help India build stronger capabilities in a sector that plays a crucial role in modern technologies, including smartphones, automobiles, artificial intelligence, telecommunications, and electronic devices.
The government expects the initiative to encourage collaboration between industries, research institutions, and technology experts while creating opportunities for skilled employment and advanced manufacturing.
The semiconductor sector has become strategically important worldwide due to growing demand for chips and the need for secure supply chains. Through Semicon 2.0, India aims to reduce import dependence, strengthen technological self-reliance, and emerge as a trusted destination for semiconductor investment.
The programme marks another significant milestone in India’s journey towards becoming a global hub for innovation, electronics manufacturing, and next-generation technology.
15, Jul 2026
Cabinet Clears INR 62,500 Crore Push to Turn India into a Mobile Manufacturing Powerhouse
July 15: The Union Cabinet has approved a ₹62,500 crore mobile phone manufacturing scheme aimed at giving a major boost to India’s electronics sector and accelerating the growth of domestic manufacturing.
The ambitious initiative is expected to encourage investment in mobile phone production, strengthen the local supply chain, and help Indian manufacturers expand their presence in the global electronics market.
The scheme will focus on enhancing manufacturing capacity, promoting innovation, and creating a stronger ecosystem for mobile devices and related components. It is expected to support businesses across the electronics value chain, from manufacturing to allied industries.
The move is also likely to generate employment opportunities, particularly in manufacturing and technology-related sectors, while supporting India’s vision of becoming a global hub for electronics production.
Industry stakeholders have welcomed the initiative, stating that the policy support could improve competitiveness, attract new investments, and encourage companies to increase their manufacturing footprint in India.
The government said the scheme reflects its commitment to strengthening domestic manufacturing, promoting technological advancement, and reducing dependence on external supply chains.
With the approval of the ₹62,500 crore programme, India aims to further consolidate its position as a leading destination for mobile phone manufacturing and build a more resilient electronics ecosystem for the future.
15, Jul 2026
Tamil Nadu Accelerates EV Push with Plan for 20,000 Public Charging Stations by 2031
July 15: Tamil Nadu is stepping up its efforts to promote electric mobility with a strategic plan to establish 20,000 public electric vehicle (EV) charging stations by 2031. The initiative is aimed at creating a reliable charging network, improving accessibility for EV users, and supporting the state’s transition towards cleaner transportation.
The expansion of charging infrastructure is expected to play a key role in increasing consumer confidence and accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles across personal, commercial, and public transport segments. By improving charging availability in cities, highways, and key mobility hubs, the initiative seeks to address one of the major barriers to wider EV usage.
The move is part of Tamil Nadu’s broader clean energy and sustainable mobility strategy, focused on reducing carbon emissions, promoting innovation, and strengthening the electric vehicle ecosystem. The development of charging facilities is also expected to attract investments in EV-related technologies, battery solutions, and supporting infrastructure.
Industry experts believe that a strong public charging network will be essential for the long-term growth of electric mobility in the state. The initiative is expected to benefit consumers, businesses, and transport operators while contributing to Tamil Nadu’s vision of a greener and more sustainable future.
With its growing EV manufacturing base and focus on clean transportation, Tamil Nadu’s charging infrastructure expansion plan marks a significant step towards building a future-ready mobility ecosystem and supporting India’s broader electric vehicle transition.
14, Jul 2026
Liquid Instruments Puts First AI-Powered Instrument Creation in the Hands of Every Engineer
Engineers use GenInst Studio to create, validate, and deploy application-specific instruments through an intuitive AI-powered workflow.
Engineers and scientists working at the forefront of technology are often forced to choose between standard instruments that don’t fit their exact needs and custom solutions that require specialist expertise and months of development. GenInst Studio eliminates that tradeoff through an auditable, agentic workflow and intuitive chat interface that guides users from instrument specification through deployment on Moku hardware, delivering real-time, low-latency performance with no FPGA expertise required.
From hardware-accelerated digital signal processing to custom triggering, controllers, and adaptive signal generation, GenInst Studio unlocks application-specific solutions previously out of reach for most teams.
14, Jul 2026
Philips Unite LED brings new energy and seamless collaboration capabilities to government offices with a 135” All In One display solution
The municipal government offices in Leer, Germany, selected the award winning Philips Unite LED 6000 Series All In One display from PPDS to transform their meeting room capabilities. Elevating presentations, council sessions, and hybrid collaboration, the solution delivers a high performance visual experience that takes communication to the next level
Amsterdam, July 14: PPDS, the exclusive global provider of Philips Professional Displays, is excited to announce that its advanced Philips Unite LED 6000 Series All In One solution has been selected to deliver ‘transformational’ meeting room capabilities and experiences at the upgraded Leer Municipal government offices in Germany.
Leer Municipal – based in the Rathaus – serves as the central administrative hub for the town of Leer, a short drive from the Dutch border in the historic region of East Frisia. It serves as the seat of local government where the mayor and administration oversee key decisions, manage local services, and handle civic matters for the community.
As part of its ongoing focus on improving operational performance and workplace efficiency, the Leer Municipal team set out to modernise its central meeting room with a new visual solution that leverages the latest innovations in display technology and collaboration functionalities. Working with local integrator, LS IT & Media, the requirements were clear: to take presentations, council work, and hybrid meetings to the next level.
Future ready
Concluding extensive fact finding and site visits, the 135” Philips Unite LED 6000 Series All In One display from PPDS was immediately identified as the standout choice to achieve the team’s high expectations and ambitions.
Built for reliability, the Philips Unite LED 6000 Series AIO – which is designed for fast and hassle free installation – was selected, in part, due to its outstanding image quality, reliability, and focus on energy efficiency and business sustainability.
With full HD resolution, 900 cd/m² brightness, and a fine 1.5mm pixel pitch, the display delivers outstanding image quality even in bright environments, with even the smallest details – such as numbers on a spreadsheet – presented with crystal clear quality.
Seamless flexibility, usability, and sustainability
The rich colour depth, wide viewing angles, and durable design offered by the Philips Unite 6000 Series All In One make it particularly well suited for municipal meeting spaces with demanding visual requirements.
The integrated media player, broad connectivity options – including HDMI, DisplayPort, USB-C, and audio – and the included wall mounting system ensure flexible use and smooth integration into existing setups.
Supporting the Leer Municipal team’s focus on sustainability, the 135” Philips Unite LED 6000 Series AIO has been created with business sustainability in mind, consuming less energy versus comparable models, including just 0.5 watts in ‘ultra low’ standby mode. This feature not only helps in lowering operational costs but also supports sustainability goals by reducing environmental impact and total cost of ownership.
PPDS Partner, LS IT & Media, oversaw the entire process, from planning and component selection through to installation and commissioning, ensuring seamless alignment with the full meeting room solution.
Advanced audio and video conferencing
Providing an unmissable and highly versatile centrepiece, the overall solution also incorporates a professional AVer PTZ camera for hybrid collaboration, two Sennheiser TeamConnect Ceiling Medium ceiling microphones for comprehensive room audio coverage, a high performance conferencing PC, and Dante audio technology for lossless signal transmission. Together, these elements create a meeting environment that combines exceptional visual performance with advanced audio and video conferencing capabilities.
The installation has added significant value for the city of Leer, including enhanced visibility for all participants, seamless hybrid meeting support, clear voice capture without the need for table microphones, and expanded functionality such as recording and AI powered transcription via tools like tucan.ai.
The modular and scalable AV infrastructure also ensures the system is well prepared for future needs.
Eckhard Groen, a member of the management team at LS IT & Media, commented: “With the Philips 135” Unite LED wall as the visual centrepiece, a modern, high performance meeting room was created that sets new standards for the Leer Municipal committee work.
“The high quality image quality of the Philips Unite LED All In One, combined with professional audio and video technology, enables efficient, transparent, and contemporary council work.”
14, Jul 2026
Google Deepens AI Push in India with New Tools and Strategic Partnerships
New Delhi, July 14: Google has announced a series of new artificial intelligence (AI) tools and strategic partnerships to accelerate AI adoption and innovation across India, reinforcing its commitment to the country’s rapidly growing digital ecosystem.
The technology giant said the new initiatives are aimed at empowering developers, startups, businesses, researchers, and students with advanced AI capabilities. The partnerships will focus on expanding access to AI technologies, promoting responsible AI development, and supporting the creation of innovative solutions for real-world challenges.
Google noted that the initiatives will help strengthen AI applications across key sectors, including healthcare, education, agriculture, financial services, and public administration, enabling organisations to improve productivity and deliver better digital services.
The company also plans to work closely with industry partners, academic institutions, and the startup ecosystem to enhance AI research, encourage skill development, and prepare a future-ready workforce equipped with emerging technologies.
The latest announcements underscore Google’s long-term commitment to India’s digital transformation and are expected to boost innovation, create new opportunities for entrepreneurs and developers, and further position India as a leading global hub for artificial intelligence.
14, Jul 2026
India’s Digital Infrastructure Expansion to Drive 1 Lakh Engineering Jobs by 2030
New Delhi, July 14: India’s growing data centre ecosystem is expected to create nearly 1 lakh engineering job opportunities by 2030, supported by rising digital adoption, cloud services, and the rapid growth of artificial intelligence technologies.
The increasing demand for secure data storage, high-performance computing, and advanced digital services is driving large-scale investments in data centre infrastructure across the country.
The expansion is expected to create new career opportunities for engineers and technology professionals in fields such as data management, networking, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and infrastructure operations.
Industry experts said the data centre boom will strengthen India’s digital economy while creating a skilled workforce to support future technology needs.
With businesses increasingly adopting cloud platforms and AI-powered solutions, India’s data centre sector is set to become a major contributor to employment generation and technological growth in the coming years.
