Delta, founded in 1971, is a global provider of power and thermal management solutions. Its mission statement, As an energy-saving solutions provider with core competencies in power electronics and automation, Delta's business categories include power electronics, mobility, automation, and infrastructure.
Sanjeev Srivastava, Head of Automation, Delta Electronics India, tells us more. Excerpts from an interview:
DQ: How is Delta Electronics' full spectrum automation products are revolutionizing industrial operations?
Sanjeev Srivastava: Delta Electronics offers a complete range of automation solutions that are transforming industrial operations. We offer industrial automation products and solutions with superior quality, reliability and precision that find application in a broad range of industries, including electronics, components, and food and beverages.
Our products like PLCs, motion control systems, HMIs, and sensors can be fully integrated into any process for efficient automation by manufacturers. These solutions eliminate the need for manual intervention, thereby increasing precision and productivity. Industrial operations with automation systems from Delta are streamlined and cost-effective and responsive to demand. Delta also allows businesses to monitor and optimize processes in real-time through the integration of intelligent control systems and data analytics.
Henceforth, organizations reap increased efficiency in their operations, reduced downtime periods, and optimum use of available resources. Delta's solutions are also scalable. This means that manufacturing industry operators can scale up or scale down their automation systems as the organizations' needs dictate. Therefore, from the shop floor to the enterprise level, Delta Electronics is resetting new norms for industrial operations.
DQ: What have you been doing for advanced integration?
Sanjeev Srivastava: For advanced integration, we have the marriage of cutting-edge automation technologies with intelligent management systems for peak efficiency and smart manufacturing.
Delta Electronics is at the forefront of integrating cutting-edge automation technologies with intelligent management systems, creating a seamless ecosystem for smart manufacturing. The combination of industrial automation with data-driven management systems enables real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and enhanced decision-making.
Delta has given manufacturers the ability to reach their peak efficiency through its solution integrating technologies such as IoT, AI, and cloud computing with traditional automation tools. This means smart factories can implement intelligent systems that learn and adapt over time in order to enhance processes, quality control, and reduce operational costs.
Delta merges advanced technologies seamlessly into its solutions, meaning that manufacturers can automate processes and gain deeper insights on performance metrics. This sophisticated integration drives smarter, faster production lines which can react dynamically to the dynamic market needs; enhance energy usage; and offer high productivity and performance.
By using this Delta approach, organizations can become 'future ready and sustainable' manufacturers who are delivering both maximum 'operational results' and best 'financial payback'.
DQ: Elaborate on how are you leading in power electronics and control technologies.
Sanjeev Srivastava: Delta has industrial automation leadership: It has been from 2007 onwards that Delta's focus has been more on developing leadership in industrial automation through the leadership of its products in power electronics and control technologies.
Since 2007, Delta Electronics India has emerged as a leader in the field of industrial automation, driven by its expertise in power electronics and control technology. By combining advanced power management solutions with precision control systems, Delta has consistently delivered reliable and efficient automation products to various industries.
Their approach is based on a deep understanding of industrial needs, which has allowed us to create solutions that are not only highly functional but also energy-efficient and sustainable.
Over the years, Delta has expanded its portfolio to include motion control systems, PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems, enabling manufacturers to achieve optimal production performance. Innovation in power electronics by the company has played an important role in enhancing energy efficiency, carbon footprints, and support for green manufacturing initiatives.
A strong focus on research and development, together with a very customer-centric approach, has made Delta a trusted partner in industrial automation. As industries continue to turn towards automation as a means of achieving greater efficiency and productivity, the leadership at Delta continues to envision the future of smart manufacturing as it helps the business world maintain competitiveness in today's fast-moving market.
DQ: What are the new innovations on the horizon that are set to mold the future of industrial automation?
Sanjeev Srivastava: Delta Electronics has continuously been challenging industrial automation to make further breakthroughs. The firm aims to achieve and shape the future of manufacturing by further innovations that would be rolled out in the near future, expanding its AI-driven automation capability that enables real-time learning and adaptation to enhance productivity.
With Industry 4.0, Delta Electronics is currently concentrating on merging cloud-based systems with advanced robotics in order to create scalable intelligent automation solutions. Additionally, the company is trying to innovate newer ways to take advantage of the potential of IoT and 5G to design hyper-connected factories that respond to data insights immediately.
Delta also heavily invests in sustainable technologies to ensure automation solutions increase efficiency but also consume less energy and leave less carbon footprint. New products will integrate solar and wind power deeper into automation systems, manufacturing a greener process of manufacturing with reduced energy consumption.
Delta's innovative solutions will empower manufacturers with even more powerful tools for operation optimization, flexibility gains, and faster time-to-market while supporting sustainability initiatives.
DQ: How are you enhancing production efficiency? What is the significant role of motion control systems in modern industrial facilities?
Sanjeev Srivastava: Motion control systems are at the core of increasing manufacturing efficiency. Delta Electronics' solutions play a significant role in modern industrial settings. These systems govern the accurate operation of machines and equipment, thereby ensuring smooth, accurate, and synchronized operations.
Delta's motion control solutions, such as servo motors, drives, and controllers, help industries attain higher precision, faster speeds, and reduced energy consumption. By optimizing the movement of components, motion control systems contribute to higher throughput, improved product quality, and reduced wear and tear on machinery.
Real-time monitoring and adjustments using Delta's advanced motion control technology also enable manufacturers to respond to issues before they cause significant downtime. In automotive, packaging, and robotics, motion control is critical to automate complex tasks and reduce manual intervention. Delta's solutions streamline operations, reduce production costs, and improve efficiency in general, making them essential for modern manufacturing environments.
DQ: How is the future of human-machine interfaces (HMI) enhancing automation solutions for a new era of smart manufacturing?
Sanjeev Srivastava: Human-machine interfaces (HMIs) are essential in bridging the gap between operators and automation systems. Delta Electronics is leading the charge in enhancing HMI solutions for smart manufacturing. As industrial automation has become more complicated, HMIs are developing for more intuitive user-friendly interfaces allowing operators to better control and monitor automated systems.
Next-generation HMIs from Delta possess advanced touch screens, high resolution, and more connectivity, which allow data visualization in real time and easier decision-making processes. The developed interfaces also embed AI and machine learning algorithms to predict performance and suggest optimizations.
Future HMIs will be more interactive, allowing them to include voice and gesture control for hands-free operations and more flexible operation. More autonomous factories require the HMIs to transition from control to cooperation, where humans work in conjunction with intelligent systems for peak efficiency.
Delta’s continued innovation in HMI technology will enable manufacturers to unlock the full potential of smart factories, improving operational performance, reducing downtime, and enhancing worker safety.
DQ: Regarding innovative power quality improvement, how are you addressing industrial challenges?
Sanjeev Srivastava: Delta Electronics is tackling some of the most pressing challenges in industrial power quality with innovative solutions that enhance system reliability and efficiency. Poor power quality, including voltage sags, surges, and harmonics, can result in equipment failure, increased downtime, and higher operational costs.
Delta's power quality solutions, including uninterruptible power supplies, active harmonic filters, and voltage stabilizers, ensure that industrial systems maintain a stable and clean power supply. These products protect sensitive equipment from electrical disturbances, thereby reducing the risk of damage and improving overall system performance.
Moreover, Delta's power management systems optimize energy consumption, which reduces costs and supports sustainability efforts. As industries continue to digitize and rely more heavily on electronic systems, maintaining high power quality will become increasingly critical. Delta's innovative power quality solutions help businesses safeguard their operations while reducing energy waste and enhancing productivity.
DQ: How are you enhancing smart manufacturing with integrated SCADA solutions?
Sanjeev Srivastava: SCADA systems are necessary to allow for real time monitoring and control in a smart manufacturing environment. Delta Electronics is ahead of most in providing integrated SCADA solutions that allow manufacturers to remotely monitor, control, and optimize their operations by collecting data from sensors and devices across the production line.
Delta’s SCADA systems integrate seamlessly with other automation technologies, providing a centralized platform for data analysis, visualization, and decision-making. By offering real-time insights into production performance, SCADA systems help identify inefficiencies, predict maintenance needs, and prevent downtime.
Delta’s SCADA solutions are also designed to be scalable, allowing businesses to adapt and expand their systems as needed. The security features in SCADA systems advanced by Delta keep sensitive data secure while ensuring that all operations remain clean and sound. As the manufacturing industry moves to digitalize their processes, the use of SCADA systems will continue to be very important in order to ensure effective operational efficiency while cost-cutting in sustainable production.
DQ: For accuracy in automation, what are the state-of-the-art technologies used for injection molding and laser cutting?
Sanjeev Srivastava: Delta Electronics offers highly advanced automation technologies for precise processes like injection molding and laser cutting. These processes require a high level of accuracy and repeatability, which Delta's advanced motion control systems provide.
In injection molding, Delta's servo-driven solutions allow for the precise control of the molding cycle, ensuring product consistency and minimizing material waste. In laser cutting, Delta's motion control systems ensure that lasers cut with pinpoint accuracy, enabling intricate designs and faster production speeds.
Delta's automation solutions for these processes are built to increase throughput while maintaining high-quality standards. With the capability of integrating real-time monitoring and data analytics, Delta's solutions also allow for predictive maintenance, reducing downtime and enhancing operational efficiency.
By enabling precise and automated control over these complex manufacturing processes, Delta is helping industries such as automotive, electronics, and medical devices achieve faster time-to-market, lower production costs, and higher-quality products.
DQ: For sustainable agriculture, how are you tapping on solar pumping solutions for agri-productivity?
Sanjeev Srivastava: Delta Electronics is equipping the agricultural sectors with its pumping solutions that harvest solar power so that farmers raise productivity and add sustainability.
Since irrigation in developing countries depends solely on fossil fuel or electricity, and is very inconsistent, Delta comes up with these effective pumps that utilize sun power for sustainable harvesting, thereby ensuring sustainable agriculture. These systems reduce the dependency of farmers on the grid, lower operational costs, and minimize environmental impact.
Delta's solar-powered pumps are designed to work efficiently in remote areas with limited access to power, making them ideal for rural agriculture. By integrating advanced control systems, Delta's solar pumps also ensure optimal performance and water conservation, helping farmers maximize crop yields while minimizing resource usage.
This innovation resonates with global efforts toward the promotion of sustainable agriculture practices and answers the challenges that come with climate change and water scarcity. The solar pumping solutions from Delta do not only contribute to the enhancement of agricultural productivity but also help shift toward a more sustainable, energy-efficient farming ecosystem.
DQ: How is the impact of control technology changing the face of industrial automation?
Sanjeev Srivastava: Delta Electronics is transforming the industrial automation world with its state-of-the-art control technology offering a combination of precision, flexibility, and intelligence. From being an expert in power electronics and control systems, Delta has developed solutions that enable manufacturers to automate complex processes with greater accuracy and efficiency.
Delta's control technology ensures that it smoothly integrates with a number of automation components and sensors, actuators, and drives, thus optimizing performance through the entire production line. The company's advanced control systems also include real-time analytics of data, which helps businesses to make better decisions and improves the process efficiency.
The strong focus of the company is on sustainability, so its control technology minimizes energy consumption and waste quantity, thus supporting green manufacturing initiatives. The innovative approach to control systems by the company is also assisting industries in embracing Industry 4.0 through the development of smart factories that can respond dynamically to changing demands.
Delta's control technology is driving the future of industrial automation and helping businesses improve productivity, reduce costs, and stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market.