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INJECTION MOULDING

Engel Group acquires stake in Electronica Plastic

Machines

The Engel Group, Austrian supplier
of injection moulding technology, has
acquired a stake in Electronica Plastic
Machines (EPM), a Pune-based manu-
facturer of hydraulic injection mould-
ing machines. The details of the invest-
ment were not disclosed.

EPM, a second – generation family
business has been recognised for its
expertise in the Indian plastics machinery
industry for over 30 years. “The company
becomes part of the Engel Group, creating
opportunities for closer cooperation in the
Indian market,” Engel said in a press note.

The collaboration focuses on East and Africa, Engel informed. “The press statement said. Mr. Aditya Rat-
strengthening local production and collaboration promises Engel customers naparkhi, Managing Director, EPM,
innovation, particularly through the ‘Make better access to advanced technology, will continue to lead the company as
in India’ initiative. EPM’s manufactur- locally manufactured machines designed Managing Director. Engel said it will
ing facility in Pune will serve as a hub to meet market-specifi c requirements provide access to its global network and
for the production of advanced injec- and improved after-sales service and technical expertise, while maintaining
tion moulding machines tailored to the support. By combining Engel’s global EPM’s independence and strong reputa-
specifi c needs of the Indian market. In expertise with EPM’s strong local tion in the market. “Our goal is to sup-
addition, the partnership opens oppor- presence, customers will benefi t from port EPM’s growth while preserving its
tunities to export Indian – manufactured reduced lead times, competitive pricing, strong identity,” said Dr. Stefan Engleder,
machines to regions such as the Middle and an expanded product portfolio,” the CEO of the Engel Group.

FILTRATION SYSTEMS
Camfi l India inaugurates new plant for Air Handling Units

Camfi l India, the Indian subsidiary sourcing hub within the Camfi l Group, and adherence to industry standards,” the
of a global leader in clean air solutions, and position Camfi l India as a critical statement added. The facility will produce
offering high – quality fi ltration products contributor to international markets. next-generation Hi-Flo fi lters offering
and services for various industries, has superior energy savings and environmental
announced the inauguration of its new manu- As part of this expansion, Camfi l benefi ts. “The inauguration of the Manesar
facturing facility in Manesar (Haryana), India will also begin manufacturing mini- facility aligns with Camfi l’s long-term
for advanced air fi ltration solutions. pleated HEPA fi lters, widely known as strategy to expand local production,
Megalams. These cutting-edge fi lters cater elevate product offerings, and adopt cutting-
“This strategic expansion refl ects to critical pharmaceuticals, hospitals, and edge technologies. By delivering high-
Camfi l India’s dedication to meeting the microelectronics sectors. “Developed us- quality, energy-effi cient, and sustainable
increasing market demand while sup- ing proprietary equipment and scanning solutions, Camfi l India aims to strengthen
porting India’s adoption of global stan- technologies designed in Camfi l’s global its role in advancing air quality standards,”
dards,” the company said in a statement. R&D centres, the fi lters promise unpar- Mr. Mark Simmons, CEO, Camfi l Group,
The facility will serve as a key local alleled performance, energy effi ciency, said in the statement.

140 Chemical Weekly December 17, 2024

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