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There’s something about flying halfway across the world, stepping into a completely different environment, and immersing yourself in a Western industrial culture. It stretches you. It widens your perspective. You listen more carefully. You observe more closely. Somehow, all your senses are switched on.
Of course, there was the jetlag. The 20+ hours of travel. The sudden change in weather. And that constant internal battle to stay fully alert during back-to-back technical presentations.
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When you’re slightly out of your comfort zone, you start paying attention differently. You don’t just hear the presentations — you begin asking yourself: What are they really trying to say? What is the deeper message?
STUDER’s “Swiss Made” wasn’t just a slogan printed on slides. It was visible in the details — in the story behind Granitan®, in the precision and positioning of the new S23, in their digital direction, in their investment in apprentices, and even in the subtle cultural elements woven into the event.
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Grateful for the journey, the insights, and the chance to translate those “between the lines” moments into something meaningful for our readers.
The 2026 ASEAN High-Performance Machining Summit — Autoparts, Electronics, Assembly Automation, organized by Ringier Events, a division of Ringier Trade Media Ltd., will take place in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam on March 10, 2026.
After two consecutive successful editions in Hanoi, the organizer has
decided to bring the summit to Vietnam’s largest commercial and industrial hub
in 2026. The move reflects Ringier Events’ continued commitment to staying
close to Southeast Asia’s most active manufacturing clusters while providing
greater value to delegates, sponsors, and exhibitors.
Ho Chi Minh City is widely recognized as a center for advanced
manufacturing, electronics, automotive components, and precision engineering,
making it an ideal location for the next chapter of the summit.
“After having the conference in Hanoi for two consecutive years, we feel
that it is the right time to tap Ho Chi Minh City,” says Kathryn Elagio, Events
Manager, South East Asia, Ringier Trade Media Ltd. “HCMC is centrally located
near major industrial parks such as Saigon Hi-Tech Park, Long Hau Industrial
Park, and Tan Thuan Export Processing Zone—home to a high concentration of
electronics, automotive, and precision engineering firms. Hosting the summit
here allows us to be closer to key manufacturers, technology adopters, and
decision-makers in the region.”
Why Ho Chi Minh City?
For sponsors and exhibitors, Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) offers unmatched
access to Vietnam’s most dynamic and commercially active manufacturing
ecosystem. As the country’s largest economic hub, HCMC is home to a dense
concentration of end users, system integrators, OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, and
contract manufacturers across the automotive, electronics, precision
engineering, and industrial automation sectors.
The city is strategically located near major industrial zones such as Saigon
Hi-Tech Park, Long Hau Industrial Park, and Tan Thuan Export Processing Zone,
where multinational manufacturers and fast-growing local enterprises operate.
This proximity enables sponsors and exhibitors to engage directly with decision-makers,
plant managers, production engineers, and procurement teams who are actively
seeking advanced machining, automation, and productivity-enhancing solutions.
Ho Chi Minh City offers:
By hosting the 2026 ASEAN High-Performance Machining Summit in Ho Chi
Minh City, sponsors and exhibitors can expect stronger engagement,
higher-quality leads, and increased visibility among Southeast Asia’s most
commercially active manufacturing audience.
Registration is now open.
Interested delegates, sponsors, and exhibitors are invited to register via one
of the links below:
For sponsorship opportunities, please contact Kathryn Gerardino-Elagio
at Kathryn@ringiertrade.com
Ringier Trade Media
Ringier Trade Media Ltd. is a leading 828 industrial information
provider, providing industrial leaders in China and Southeast Asia with the
technical information, solutions and applications they need to improve their
manufacturing and marketing capability through multiple media platforms that
include print (industry trade journals), online (www.industrysourcing.com),
events, digital marketing, iPad, iPhone and Android devices.
Ringier Trade Media has successfully promoted industrial development for
more than 25 years. With a focus on quality content, industry knowledge,
excellent service to the communities we serve our various media channels
connect and engage with industry experts, suppliers and users.
With award winning editorial content that cover major manufacturing
sectors such as Food & Beverage, Plastics & Rubber, Metalworking,
Coatings & Ink, Household & Personal Care, Packaging, Pharmaceutical,
Automotive, etc., Ringier Trade Media has been successfully linking buyers and
suppliers in China, Southeast Asia, Europe and the rest of the world.
For more information, visit: www.industrysourcing.com.
Ringier Events
Taking advantage of powerful media resources, Ringier Events covers the
industries of food & beverage, plastics, personal care, medical &
health care, nonwovens, coatings & ink, automobile, metal, mold & die,
packaging, composite materials, and the latest technologies in smart
manufacturing and digitalization. Since 2003, we have organized high-level
conferences bringing industry leaders together for information exchange and
networking opportunities in China and successfully extending into Southeast
Asia from 2014. A series of successful conferences in Southeast Asia (both
virtual and onsite) cater specifically to industry verticals like metalworking
technology, plastics processing, automotive, food beverage processing &
packaging representing growth sectors in many Southeast Asian countries. These
sectors require high levels of technology and upgrading to meet the growing
needs of sophisticated consumers both domestically and for export markets.
Conferences organized by Ringier Events not only provide industry leaders with
the latest technologies but also help Asian enterprises explore new markets
domestically and internationally.
For more information, visit: www.ringierevents.com
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By:
Kathryn Gerardino-Elagio
In today’s dynamic business environment, manufacturers across Asia face the dual challenge of intense global competition and the need to cater to increasingly diverse applications. According to Steve Bell, General Manager for Renishaw ASEAN, in an interview by International Metalworking News for Asia, the key to staying competitive lies in producing parts quickly, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
“Regardless
of the industry, the goals never really change—manufacturers aim to make parts
that meet strict quality requirements, are delivered efficiently, and remain
attractive to customers,” Bell explains. “Automation is an enabler for all
these objectives. It delivers process consistency, reduces errors caused by
human variability, and helps eliminate scrap and rework, ultimately driving
efficiency and customer satisfaction.”
Bell
also notes that this shift toward automation is not simply about keeping pace
with competitors—it is about securing a sustainable operational model in an
industry where margins are tight and expectations are rising.
The
Power of Machine Tool Probing
For
Renishaw, automation in machining goes far beyond robotics and material
handling. Bell emphasizes that one of the most impactful areas is machine tool
probing, which streamlines essential yet traditionally time-consuming tasks
such as tool setup and part alignment.
“Before
cutting begins, setting up tools and parts manually can be labour-intensive and
prone to errors,” he says. “With tool setters and machine tool probing,
manufacturers can automate these steps, accurately orient the part, and ensure
the correct configuration before machining starts. Even without using probes
inspection purposes, simply using them to set up the part delivers immediate
benefits in accuracy and efficiency.”
These
advantages extend into using probes in-process to automatically update tool
offsets. By tracking dimensional changes due to factors such as temperature fluctuation
or tool wear, Renishaw’s systems can make real-time adjustments to maintain
part accuracy, reducing the risk of producing defective components. Over time,
this not only improves consistency but also reduces production costs and helps
manufacturers take on more complex, higher-value work.
Overcoming
Perceptions of Complexity and Cost
A
common perception among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) is that
automation is prohibitively expensive or overly complex. Bell believes this
view is shifting.
“Automation
today is far more accessible than it was a few years ago,” he notes. “The
return on investment can be swift, especially when the technology eliminates
rework, boosts throughput, and enhances part quality. Importantly, automation
isn’t one-size-fits-all—it can start with relatively simple steps like part
setup and tool setting, which already deliver significant gains.”
One
recent case involved an EV parts manufacturer struggling with high scrap rates
and inconsistent quality. By integrating Renishaw’s probing systems for both
initial part setup and in-process verification before final cuts, the company
virtually eliminated scrap, proving the tangible value of even modest
automation solutions.
Enabling
Smart Manufacturing and Industry 4.0
Machine
tool probing also plays a critical role in enabling broader smart factory and
Industry 4.0 strategies. Renishaw’s Central factory monitoring software uses
part-centric data—rather than just machine utilisation metrics—to track quality
in real time.
“In
unattended processes, our on-machine systems, by which I mean the machine tool
probe and tool setter, can automatically detect the tool wear and adjust offsets
to maintain accuracy without human intervention. Renishaw Central does this by
collecting and processing metrology data and monitoring the machine status
remotely,” Bell explains. “This approach empowers both the automation and the
people managing it to make timely, informed decisions. It’s not just about
running machines faster—it’s about running them smarter.”
Bell
highlights that the ability to gather and act upon live quality data is
becoming a non-negotiable requirement for manufacturers aiming to integrate
fully into modern supply chains, particularly in industries with zero-defect
expectations such as aerospace, medical devices, and electronics.
A
Solution for All Sizes of Operations
Bell
stresses that automation is not just for large multinational corporations.
Smaller workshops, even those with only a handful of machine tools, can see
significant benefits—especially when producing high-quality parts for
industries like aerospace or oil and gas.
“In
reality, making parts without these technologies is what’s truly difficult,” he
says. “Automation simplifies processes, reduces trial and error, and makes
switching between different production jobs much faster and more efficient.
Whether you’re making aerospace components one day and oil-and-gas parts the
next, our systems make that changeover smoother and less prone to costly
mistakes.”
Local
Support and Education in ASEAN
Renishaw’s
commitment to the ASEAN market extends beyond selling equipment. Bell
underscores that support is the company’s foundation—in new markets, the first
hires are always support engineers, not salespeople.
“Because
Renishaw is also a manufacturer, we use the same technologies in our own
operations. That gives us unparalleled depth and breadth of experience across manufacturing
processes,” he says. “We place a strong emphasis on educating customers,
especially in regions that are still developing their industrial capabilities.
Some clients know exactly how they want to implement our technologies, while
others need guidance on best practices. We’re ready to help both.”
Education,
he adds, is not a one-time event but an ongoing partnership. From training
sessions and workshops to hands-on demonstrations on the customer’s shop floor,
Renishaw ensures that its solutions are not just installed but fully integrated
into the customer’s workflow.
Looking
Ahead
As
manufacturing demands continue to evolve toward faster, more accurate, and more
efficient production, Renishaw remains committed to refining its products and
introducing new solutions.
“Our
mission is to keep delivering technologies that simplify processes, enhance
quality, and provide measurable value,” Bell concludes. “Whether for a small
workshop or a global enterprise, the benefits of automation speak for
themselves. The companies that embrace it today will be the ones setting the
pace for the industry tomorrow.”
