An UFI Accredited India’s Premier International Machine Tools Exhibition



Genesis

AIEMA and ATC (AIEMA Technology Centre), for the first time, organised a Consumer Product Exhibition in the sports grounds of ATC during the year 1987-88 for the benefit of employers and employees. It was also felt that this could be a fund raising event for ATC – thanks to the initiatives of Mr. K.S. Shetty who was the President of ATC at that time.

With a view to further achieving the objectives of ATC, Product Promotion Programmes were organized on a regular basis in the Silver Jubilee hall of ATC. The fair activities were also enlarged to BUYER SELLER MEETS and BANK CUSTOMERS MEETINGS with products display. This greatly helped in showcasing the manufacturing strength and profile of members and brought in the required recognition amongst the institutional buyers, corporate, Government establishments and nationalized Banks. 

During the year 1993-94, Mr. PR. Nagappan, Vice President of ATC, in charge of exhibitions and fund raising, submitted a proposal for organizing a full-fledged industrial exhibition in Chennai under the name and style of ACMEE94, acronym for the five pavilions viz.,

·        Automobile and Ancillaries

·        Consultancy and services

·        Machinery and Machine Tools

·        Electrical and Electronics and

·        Energy and Environment.

This Proposal was well received by the ATC Executive Committee headed by Mr. Thiagarajan and Past Presidents and other members.  (ATC has since been merged with AIEMA.)

An advisory committee headed by Mr. K. Vasudevan was constituted to guide in organizing this effort. All Past Presidents were included in the Committee as members. Also, to gain continuous momentum a Steering Committee headed by Mr.G.S. Vijayaraghavan was formed. All ATC and AIEMA Committee members were members of this committee. Sub-committees for the five product specific pavilions, Marketing, Publicity, Ground Services etc. functioned with Mr. PR.Nagappan as the Convenor. 

The very first effort of our association, ACMEE 1994 got ITPO recognition and approval. With 230 stalls in the open Congress grounds, ACMEE 1994 was a resounding success.  It was a long felt need in Chennai for a grand engineering exhibition. The professional visitor turn out proved to be a crucial factor in the success of the exhibition. 

ACMEE Over The Years 

The second event planned during June 1996 happened to be a challenging one because of the unprecedented heavy rains and flood in the city on the second day of the exhibition forcing the organizers to extend the event by two days. The exhibitors as well as visitors were very happy about the turn out of business facilitated by ACMEE 1996.

As the Congress Grounds were insufficient for meeting the expanded space requirements, ACMEE 98 was shifted to Rajaji Hall environs in the Government Estate, Chennai. ACMEE 2000 was held in Island Grounds. 

All the three venues viz., Congress Grounds, Rajaji Hall Environs and Island Grounds were open areas and consequently, the ambience of exhibition was not upto the expectations. Keeping this fact in mind, AIEMA took up the matter of construction of a proper exhibition complex in Chennai with various government authorities. AIEMA's efforts yielded results in the form of Chennai Trade Centre – a modern exhibition facility in Nandambakkam, Chennai that started functioning in 2001. 

ACMEE 2002 happened to be the first industrial exhibition in Chennai Trade Centre and since then the Chennai Trade Centre has been hosting ACMEE continuously once in two years.

ACMEE’s Emergence as a Premier International Machine Tools Show of India

With each edition, ACMEE has been growing in all directions – number of participants, exhibition area, visitors and business transacted. Over the years, ACMEE has been specializing in manufacturing technology and is now recognized as a one stop platform for sourcing the best in machine tools available anywhere in the world. The event has also been getting international recognition and many international machine tools associations are participating.

ACMEE as a Trade Mark is registered and owned by AIEMA.  Over the years ACMEE has been focusing on Machine Tools. The event is now recognized as a Premier International Machine Tools Show in India. This is the only Machine Tools Promotion event in Chennai, accredited by UFI, the global association of leaders of Exhibition Industry, headquartered in France.

ACMEE 2023, the 15th edition of the Show, was a trend setter with a large share of overseas participants from Australia,  China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Norway,  Singapore, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, UAE, USA, and the UK, who showcased the latest in machine tools technology aimed at time and cost cutting, energy saving and mass production.

Business Visitors counted close to 40,000.

The 16th edition of ACMEE is scheduled during 19 – 23 June 2025, with the Theme Beyond Smart Manufacturing. Already 468 participants have confirmed their participation. The event will be spread over 30,000 Sq m Exhibition area in  8 halls in Chennai Trade Centre. For the first time concurrent show titled ARTECH 2025 on Automation and Robotics will be held. For more details please visit www.acmee.in


ACMEE Chairmen

Year

Name

1994

Mr. G.S. Vijayaraghavan

1996

Mr. PR. Nagappan

1998

Mr. G.S. Vijayaraghavan

2000

Mr. Dilip Kumbhat

2002

Mr. K.S. Shetty

2004

Mr. L. Leela Krishna

2006

Mr. R. Selvaraj

2008

Mr.  Dilip Kumbhat

2010

Mr. D. Ravi

2012

Mr. M.V. Robert

2014

Mr. S. Chandrasekaran

2016

Mr. R. Ramchander

2018

Mr. K. Ayyappan

2021

Mr. R.S.S. Satish Babu

2023

Mr. K. Sai Sathya Kumar

2025

Mr. P.S Ramesh


Acknowledgement

ACMEE has been fortunate in getting guidance from leaders of the industry and support from all members of AIEMA for each of the 16editions of ACMEE.  A separate Organizing Committee is formed that takes care of all aspects of the fair – from marketing the event amongst exhibitors to mobilizing visitors, publicity, actual organizing the event at site and so on. We are proud to present the names of the Chairmen of all the editions of ACMEE so far:


ACMEE Over the years

Number of Exhibitors 



ACMEE over the years















Number of Visitors 














Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

ACMEE 2025: Beyond Smart Manufacturing

Image
As the global manufacturing landscape undergoes a paradigm shift towards intelligent systems and connected technologies, ACMEE 2025 is poised to be a game changer for the Indian manufacturing sector. With the theme “ Beyond Smart Manufacturing ” the 16 th  edition international machine tool exposition will serve as a platform for showcasing next generation technologies that redefine manufacturing excellence.  Organised by the Ambattur Industrial Estate Manufacturers Association (AIEMA) , ACMEE 2025 reflects a strong commitment to fostering innovation, collaboration and industrial advancement. Spanning over 30,000 square meters and featuring 450+ exhibitors, the event will bring together a diverse spectrum of global and domestic stakeholders from the manufacturing and technology ecosystem. From CNC machine tools and industrial automation to robotics, 3D printing, industrial IoT and precision engineering, ACMEE 2025 offers a holistic view of the evolving manufacturing value chai...
Read more

The Internet of Things (IoT) Who all using it and where

Image
The Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionized manufacturing by enhancing efficiency, reducing downtime, and enabling data-driven decision-making. Here are some unique and in-use IoT applications in manufacturing industries: 1. Predictive Maintenance with AI & IoT •   How it works : IoT sensors collect real-time data from machinery (vibration, temperature, humidity, etc.). AI models   analyse   patterns and predict failures before they happen. •   Real-world Use Case : Rolls-Royce uses IoT-enabled aircraft engine sensors to monitor engine health and optimize maintenance schedules. 2. Digital Twin for Real-time Process Optimization •   How it works : A digital replica of a physical asset (machine, production line, or factory) is created. IoT feeds real-time data to this digital twin, allowing simulations and optimizations. •   Real-world Use Case : General Electric (GE) uses digital twins in turbine manufacturing to optimize efficiency and reduce energy...
Read more

Poka-Yoke and IoT hand in hand

Image
    Yes!   Poka-Yoke   (a Japanese term meaning "mistake-proofing") is widely used in Indian industries to prevent errors in manufacturing and operational processes. IoT-powered   Poka-Yoke   systems ensure real-time monitoring, automation, and error prevention. Here are some   Indian industry-specific IoT-based Poka-Yoke implementations :   1. IoT-based Torque Monitoring in Automobile Manufacturing •   Industry:   Automotive (Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, Maruti Suzuki) •   Use Case:   In assembly lines, IoT-enabled torque sensors ensure that nuts and bolts are tightened to exact specifications. If incorrect torque is detected, the system automatically stops the process and alerts the operator. •   Impact:   Reduces rework and warranty claims due to   loose   or over-tightened bolts.   2. Smart Vision Systems for Quality Control in Electronics Manufacturing •   Industry:   Electronics...
Read more