Industry and Manufacturing Cluster

Focuses on developing innovative technologies and processes to enhance industrial competitiveness and manufacturing capabilities. It includes calibration of industrial equipment, 3D designing, production and maintenance of industrial equipment.

Agricultural Engineering Automation

  • Design and implementation of automated irrigation systems
  • Development of precision agriculture technologies (e.g., GPS-guided tractors, drones)
  • Automation of harvesting, planting, and crop
    monitoring equipment.
  • Integration of IoT sensors for soil, weather, and crop health monitoring
  • Smart greenhouse and livestock system automation (e.g., climate control, feeding)

Plant/Process Design and Automation

  • Designing efficient production layouts and material flow systems
  • Development of automated control systems
    (PLCs, SCADA) for process optimization
  • Integration of safety and compliance systems in
    design. Simulation and modeling of manufacturing processes before implementation.
  • Automation of repetitive or hazardous tasks to
    improve productivity and safety.

Biomedical Technologies & Engineering

  • Design and development of medical devices
    (e.g., ventilators, diagnostic tools)
  • Development of prosthetics and orthotics using advanced materials and 3D printing
  • Automation of diagnostic and therapeutic equipment
  • Integration of health monitoring systems and
    wearable devices
  • Design of assistive technology for rehabilitation
    and mobility

Lean Manufacturing

  • Implementation of 5S workplace organization
    techniques
  • Value Stream Mapping to identify and eliminate waste
  • Continuous improvement (Kaizen) initiatives
  • Just-In-Time (JIT) production planning
  • Standardization of processes to reduce variation and increase efficiency

Automation and Robotics

  • Design and programming of robotic arms for assembly and packaging
  • Integration of vision systems for quality control and inspection
  • Development of autonomous mobile robots for material handling
  • Use of collaborative robots (cobots) for safe human-machine interaction.
  • Troubleshooting & upgrading of robotic systems for higher efficiency.

Concurrent Engineering

  • Cross-functional team collaboration from concept to production
  • Parallel development of product design and
    manufacturing processes
  • Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design
    for Assembly (DFA) practices
  • Early inclusion of customer feedback and quality
    assurance input
  • Use of digital tools for real-time design collaboration and simulation.

Equipment Service, Repair and Maintenance

  • Routine preventive and predictive maintenance
    of machinery
  • Troubleshooting and repair of electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems
  • Documentation and tracking of service history
  • Spare parts management and failure analysis
  • Upgrade or retrofitting of obsolete equipment for
    better performance

Installation & Commissioning

  • Assembly and setup of machinery and industrial
    equipment on-site
  • System integration and calibration during startup
  • Functional testing to ensure compliance with design specifications
  • Training of operators and maintenance personnel during handover
  • Documentation of commissioning procedures
    and performance validation.

Training

  • Metrology
  • Reliability Centred Maintenance
  • Lean Six Sigma
  • Computer Aided Design
  • Pump Selection and Design
  • Conveyor Selection and Sizing.

Calibration

  • Measurement and adjustment of instruments
    and sensors to ensure accuracy
  • Calibration of pressure, temperature, flow, and
    electrical instruments
  • Documentation and traceability according to ISO standards
  • Use of reference standards and certified equipment
  • Periodic review and verification of calibration
    intervals and records.

Research and Development Projects

SIRDC uses engineering, biology, and medicine knowledge to design and analyze solutions to problems in healthcare such as:

  • Prosthetics (hands, legs, etc);
  • Neonatal Incubator;
  • Telemedicine, Continuous Glucose Monitoring and Control Device;
  • Motorized Wheelchair.
Digital Manufacturing (3D Printing)

SIRDC researches and develop prototypes and products for various industries, through digital manufacturing (3D Printing) in tandem with the Industry 4.0 emerging technologies.

Self-Propelled Auger (for Zero Tillage)

SIRDC develops and integrate innovative, smart, and sustainable technologies in agriculture.

Material Handling Robotic Arm

SIRDC is developing automated systems and robotic solutions to enhance operational efficiency, improve product quality, ensure safety and drive innovation.

Industrial Support Services

SIRDC through the National Metrology Institute provides traceable calibration services to private as well as public sectors of the economy. The services enable these companies to compete on the global markets as well as meet statutory and contractual obligations.

SIRDC through the National Metrology Institute develops and Maintain quality management systems based on ISO/IEC 17025.

Research Publications

What is ESG. 7 May 2024.pdf