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Mid East Info
27-05-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
Eplan L!VE: Global Online Event – Insights from the Field at Eaton
On May 14, 2025, Eplan hosted its global online event, Eplan L!VE, broadcasting directly from Eaton's advanced production facility in Hengelo, Netherlands. This event offered attendees worldwide a unique, behind-the-scenes look at how Eaton optimized its engineering and manufacturing processes for maximum efficiency using Eplan solutions . First-Hand Experience from the Field Participants learned how Eaton's Hengelo site, a key player in the company's global network, transformed its operations by adopting a data-driven approach and fully integrating Eplan software into its engineering methodology. This shift enabled Eaton to standardize its processes, automate document updates, and achieve a high level of consistency and efficiency across all stages—from design to manufacturing . Key Highlights from the Event Eaton showcased how it automated the generation of schematics, bills of materials, terminal diagrams, and cabling lists using Eplan Engineering Configuration (EEC), drastically reducing manual effort and errors. The facility leveraged Eplan Pro Panel for 3D digital design of control cabinet layouts, with data directly supporting automatic cable routing and manufacturing automation. Rittal Automation Systems' Wire Terminal WT, capable of producing up to 1,000 wires per day, and machines for processing copper rails further streamlined production . Standardization and Automation Eaton's journey began in 2018, when management set ambitious goals to improve electrical design and manufacturing. A dedicated team worked closely with Eplan consultants to standardize device data, implement reusable templates and macros, and ensure global engineering standards. The result was a highly efficient, automated, and scalable production system that benefits both large corporations and SMEs . Sneak Preview of Eplan Platform 2026 The event concluded with a preview of the upcoming Eplan Platform 2026, including enhanced 3D navigation in Eplan Pro Panel, direct access to device data via the Data Portal, and new single-line technology in Eplan Preplanning. Eplan's CEO, Sebastian Seitz, also shared the company's future strategy and highlighted the role of artificial intelligence in engineering's next wave . Background Eaton, a global leader in intelligent power management, has been a technology partner in the Eplan Partner Network since 2023. The Hengelo facility specializes in power distribution systems and switchgear, using Eplan and Rittal solutions to drive efficiency and innovation in both in-house and customer-facing projects . Eplan L!VE 2025 provided a comprehensive, real-world look at how digital transformation and smart automation are shaping the future of engineering and manufacturing, offering valuable insights for companies of all sizes
The Print
23-05-2025
- Business
- The Print
No new ‘Institute of Eminence' tags likely from Centre. How the programme has fared so far
Under the scheme, 10 public and 10 private universities/institutes were supposed to get the tag. Public institutions were promised up to Rs 1,000 crore each as additional funding over 5 years, along with full academic and administrative autonomy, while private universities were to receive the same autonomy but without any financial support. Launched with great publicity in 2017, the Institute of Eminence (IoE) scheme aimed to propel Indian higher education institutions into top global rankings, with an initial plan to grant the prestigious tag to 20 institutions. But between 2018 and 2021, only 12, including eight public and four private institutes, received the status. New Delhi: The Centre is unlikely to grant the Institute of Eminence (IoE) status to any more higher education institutions—falling short of its 20-institute target—with even Reliance Group's Jio Institute in Mumbai still awaiting the coveted tag, ThePrint has learnt. In 2018, the government first named six institutions—three public and three private—as the first recipients of the IoE status. The public institutes included the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bengaluru, Indian Institute Of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi), and IIT Bombay, while the private institutes featured Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani, and Reliance Foundation's Jio Institute, the latter falling under the 'Greenfield' category for institutions yet to be established. Between 2018 and 2020, all except Jio Institute were formally granted the status, along with six additional institutions: IIT Madras, IIT Kharagpur, University of Delhi, University of Hyderabad, Banaras Hindu University, and OP Jindal Global University. Jio Institute's process, however, stalled at the memorandum of understanding (MoU) stage after the tenure of the Empowered Expert Committee (EEC)—tasked with steering the IoE selection—expired in February 2021. The EEC has not been reconstituted since, leaving the MoU signing between the government and the institute pending since 2021. A member of the former EEC said that some other private institutes were also expected to receive the IoE. 'Apart from Jio Institute, there were others like Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) and Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), whose processes had started but were never completed because the committee's tenure expired. But the difference between them and Jio is they were already existing and functional, but Jio was new,' the member told ThePrint, requesting anonymity. While there has been no official announcement regarding the closure of the scheme, senior government officials indicated that it is now unlikely the EEC will be revived or that additional institutions will be granted IoE status. 'The government has already allocated a significant portion of the promised funding to public institutions, and at this stage, extending the status to more institutes seems unlikely,' a senior official, speaking anonymously, told ThePrint, while emphasising that a final call is yet to be taken. While no official reason has been provided for not extending the IoE status to additional institutions, officials suggested the decision is primarily due to 'financial considerations'. When asked about the future of the Jio Institute, the official said that it is already 'functional' and that the 'institute has started offering courses'. Jio Institute, which received approval from the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) in 2022, currently offers three postgraduate programmes—in artificial intelligence and data science; management with a specialisation in marketing; and sports management. ThePrint has reached out to the institute for comments on its future plans and the pending IoE status. This report will be updated as and when a response is received. In its March report, a parliamentary standing committee noted that nearly 8 years after the programme's launch, only 12 of the mandated 20 institutes have been notified as IoEs, recommending to expedite the process for the remaining universities. Also read: Smart boards & shiny new desks stuck in red tape, Noida school kids study on mats in principal office Implementation of the scheme One of the major objectives of the scheme was to transform higher education institutions in India into world-class academic and research hubs, with the goal of reaching the top 500 globally within 10 years, and eventually breaking into the top 100. Although the global rankings of IoEs have shown improvement in recent years, none have broken into the top 100. In the QS World University Rankings 2025, IIT Bombay ranked 118, IIT Delhi 150, IISc Bengaluru 211, IIT Kharagpur 222, IIT Madras 227, and the University of Delhi 328. The remaining IoEs were ranked beyond 800, while Shiv Nadar University did not participate. There was a noticeable improvement in the 2025 rankings for nearly all institutions compared to 2024, when IIT Delhi was ranked 197, IIT Bombay 149, and IISc 225, among others. Pankaj Chachadi, Deputy Registrar at IIT Bombay, said the impact of the IoE programme is reflected in the institute's rise in QS World Rankings—from 172 in 2021 to 118 in 2025. 'While it is important to acknowledge the impact of IoE scheme in pursuit of bringing the institutions like IIT Bombay on par with globally acclaimed technical research institutions, it is still early days to assess the outcome considering the wide array of focus areas identified for implementation of IoE scheme and also due to the fact that the official communication regarding closure of the programme is yet to be notified,' he said in an email response to ThePrint. In August of last year, IIT Madras Director V. Kamakoti told ThePrint that institutions in India face certain limitations, particularly when it comes to recruiting a large number of international faculty, where they lose scores in global rankings. Under the scheme, a budget of Rs 10,000 crore has been allocated to support 10 public institutions over a 5-year period. However, according to the parliamentary panel report, Rs 6,199 crore have been sanctioned for 8 public IoEs as of December 31, 2024. According to data accessed by ThePrint, as of 30 September 2024, IIT Delhi had received Rs 736.31 crore, IIT Bombay Rs 770.59 crore, IIT Madras Rs 964.00 crore, IIT Kharagpur Rs 671.05 crore, IISc Bengaluru Rs 842 crore, Banaras Hindu University Rs 644.13 crore, University of Hyderabad Rs 596.79 crore, and Delhi University Rs 445.00 crore under the Institutions of Eminence scheme. Boon for public institutes Officials at several IoEs have told ThePrint that they managed to do various developmental work using the funding they received under the scheme. At IIT-Delhi, officials stated that the funding associated with the IoE scheme has been highly beneficial for the institute. 'Beyond infrastructure projects, we've effectively used the funds to support postdoctoral fellowships, initiate new research programmes, and attract international students. A major area of impact has been collaborative international research through seed funding—what we refer to as Multi-institute Faculty Interdisciplinary Research Projects (MFIRP)—where we jointly invest with international institutions to launch collaborative projects. These initial efforts often grow into large-scale collaborations, giving the funding a strong multiplier effect,' a senior IIT-Delhi official told ThePrint. Officials at the University of Hyderabad, too, said that IoE funding has significantly boosted infrastructure, research capacity, and global engagement. 'Key developments include new buildings such as an Interdisciplinary Research Centre, hostels, and admin blocks, along with Rs 60 crore worth of advanced research equipment. Besides, the university also supported 75 post-doctoral fellows, hosted over 100 national and international conferences, and launched industry-linked research and e-learning initiatives, among other works,' Professor M. Ghanashyam Krishna, Director, IoE project at the University, told ThePrint. However, officials at private universities, emphasised that they continue to grapple with lengthy administrative processes and are still required to comply with all regulations, with little improvement over time. 'Private institutions like ours use it mainly for branding or promotional purposes. While government institutions at least receive funding, for private institutions, it hasn't brought any tangible benefits,' said a senior official from one of the private IoEs, speaking on condition of anonymity. Meanwhile, the house panel in its March report also recommended that the autonomy envisioned for IoEs needs to be extended to constituent colleges of the IoEs. The report noted that rather than being granted autonomy, constituent colleges of IoEs, like DU, have been caught up in protracted issues with the university management over basic functions, such as recruitment and promotion of faculty. (Edited by Zinnia Ray Chaudhuri) Also read: India's education spending falls behind other SAARC nations' like Bhutan & Maldives, notes House panel
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Move to close background check gap for daycare providers following 25 Investigates report
BOSTON, MA - In response to a recent 25 Investigates report exposing a loophole in the screening process for licensed daycare providers, Republican leaders in the Massachusetts State Senate are drafting a budget amendment aimed at requiring international background checks. The current state regulations do not mandate checks for warrants or criminal convictions occurring outside of the United States. A draft of the proposed amendment, filed by Senate Minority Leader Bruce Tarr and Assistant Minority Leader Peter Durant, seeks to mandate that the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) 'to the maximum extent feasible, conduct checks on all international criminal databases.' Furthermore, the draft amendment stipulates that 'any licensees shall submit under the pains and penalties of perjury all information submitted to the department.' The legislative action comes after a 25 Investigates report that highlighted the case of Andre Tiago Lucas. Lucas was wanted in Brazil, having been convicted of raping a 13-year-old. Federal immigration authorities tracked him down to Hyannis in October, where he was residing at his wife's licensed home daycare facility. 'The most recent reporting makes me even more concerned. Ted, that we are not doing an appropriate job of monitoring who is in these facilities into which the care for our children is being entrusted,' State Senator Tarr said in an interview with Ted Daniel. 'Clearly we have to do better and we need to expand the background checks and we also need to increase the penalties for providing false information as it's being gathered by the Department of Early Education and Care.' Todd Lyons, the acting director of ICE, called the situation 'a failure at the state level,' citing both the vetting process of the daycare operator and the fact that Lucas was able to evade authorities while hiding from a prison sentence for a 'heinous crime. Governor Healey previously told 25 Investigates Lucas's wife failed to register him as a household member as required, but even if she had complied with the regulations, his criminal history in Brazil would not have been flagged under the existing screening procedures. EEC follows federal and state laws and regulations regarding background record checks, which does not include screening for immigration status or international criminal history, an agency spokesperson said. The proposed amendment is one of hundreds to be debated before the senate version of the budget is finalized. 'My assumption is that every one of my colleagues wants to make sure that daycare facilities are safe, and wants to make sure that we have appropriate monitoring, appropriate background checks. And I think it's hard to argue with the proposition that those background checks need to be effective and comprehensive as possible,' State Sen. Tarr said. 'My hope is that we'll be able to move forward and make this very simple in many ways, but very powerful change soon. Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch Boston 25 News NOW
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Why Albania snubbed Starmer over asylum seekers
Sir Keir Starmer was embarrassed by Albania's refusal to host Britain's failed asylum seekers, but the rebuff should have been foreseen. Edi Rama, Albania's prime minister, has made it clear that he has eyes for just one foreign leader when it comes to 'return hubs' for migrants on Albanian soil: Italy's Giorgia Meloni. 'We have been asked by several countries if we are open to it and we said no because we are loyal to the marriage with Italy,' Mr Rama, a 6ft 7in former professional basketball player, said at a joint press conference with Sir Keir in Tirana. There are two key reasons for this. One looks to the future while the other is rooted in the past. Firstly, Albania calculates that by accommodating the Meloni government's desire to outsource its migrant problem, it gains a powerful ally in its campaign to be made a member of the European Union. Mr Rama, who was re-elected for an unprecedented fourth term this week, says he wants his country to be admitted by 2030 and having the Italians onside could be a big help. Italy was one of the founding members of what was originally the EEC and is the bloc's third-biggest economy after Germany and France. Since her election in 2022, Ms Meloni has shown herself to be a leading figure in Europe, a wily politician who can navigate the corridors of power in Brussels while still courting the likes of Donald Trump and Viktor Orban. Albania is also showing the rest of Europe that is willing to help the 27-nation bloc with one of its most intractable problems of recent years. Britain after Brexit holds no sway in such admission decisions. Even if there were financial incentives from the UK, joining the EU would probably be more valuable for Albania, and a deal with Sir Keir's Government could upset that process. The second reason for Albania's preferential treatment of Italy is historical. When communism collapsed in Albania in the early 1990s, tens of thousands of Albanians fled across the Adriatic to Italy, many of them in rust-stained ships. Mr Rama has repeatedly said that Albania owes a debt of gratitude to Italy for taking in so many Albanian migrants, who still make up a large diaspora. 'I have been very clear since day one when we started this process with Italy that this was a one-off with Italy because of our very close relation but also because of the geographical situation, which makes a lot of sense,' he said at the press conference with Sir Keir. Ermal Pacaj, a centre-Left mayor in northern Albania, where the Italians built their two centres, told The Telegraph during a visit: 'It's a way for Albania to repay Italy for welcoming and integrating our people.' There is, perhaps, a crumb of comfort for the British Prime Minister. Albania might have given preferential treatment to the Italians but that does not mean the migrant processing plan worked. In fact, opposition parties have decried it as an astronomically expensive fiasco, saying that so far it has cost around a €1 billion (£840 million). The original aim of the accord, which was drawn up in 2023, was simple: Italian navy and coast guard vessels would intercept migrant boats in the Mediterranean and instead of allowing them to land on Italian soil, transfer them to Albania. There they would be received in a small facility in the port of Shëngjin, before being taken by bus about 15 miles inland to a second, much larger facility, constructed on a disused Cold War military airfield. Those whose applications were turned down – expected to be the vast majority – would be repatriated to their home countries. The aim was to process as many as 3,000 migrants a month. That, at least, was the theory. In practice, the entire project has been blocked by the courts. Italian judges have ruled that migrants can only be sent back to their home countries if those countries are deemed to be safe in their entirety. They based their decision on a ruling handed down by the European Court of Justice in October. All of which has meant that the scheme has so far been a debacle. The handful of Bangladeshi and African migrants who have been taken by ship to Albania have eventually been brought back to Italy, by order of the courts. 'Giorgia Meloni's Albania project has officially failed,' said Matteo Renzi, a former prime minister and the leader of the centre-Left Italia Viva party. Deeply frustrated by the courts' challenges, Ms Meloni and her ministers have vowed not to give up on the Albania plan. 'We are convinced that we are right and so we are moving forward,' Antonio Tajani, foreign minister and deputy prime minister, said earlier this year. Italy may have a special relationship with Albania but as far as the migrant processing plan goes, it has yet to bear much fruit. Broaden your horizons with award-winning British journalism. Try The Telegraph free for 1 month with unlimited access to our award-winning website, exclusive app, money-saving offers and more.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Yahoo
Maxsun registers several Intel Arc B580 24GB models with the EEC
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Just days before Computex, the parent company of Maxsun has registered new Intel Arc B580 models with 24GB of VRAM with the EEC, via Olrak at X, further stoking existing rumors of a high-VRAM Battlemage card. Remember that EEC (Eurasian Economic Commission) submissions aren't definitive confirmations of any product. Manufacturers often register placeholder configurations to cover all future possibilities, many of which never end up seeing the light of day. Therefore, you should treat this leak with a healthy dose of skepticism. Intel launched its Arc B580 and Arc B570 GPUs in December and January, respectively, bringing its Battlemage architecture to the desktop market just months after Lunar Lake debuted on mobile. It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say these GPUs initially caused a stir in the market, offering an ample 12GB framebuffer, a capacity unheard of in the $250 GPU market. The cheapest B580s on Newegg and Best Buy are now in the $300 territory, which is a shame. That's a trend most new GPUs are facing, including AMD's RX 9000 GPUs and Nvidia's RTX 50 series. We've been hearing rumors of a 24GB Battlemage Professional GPU since December. Recently, Sparkle accidentally alluded to the existence of an Arc B580 24GB, later retracting their comments, likely due to NDA concerns. Maxsun's parent company has registered several GPUs with the EEC, including the MAXSUN Intel Arc B580 iCraft 24G and its OC variant, matching the exact configuration Sparkle mentioned. Officially speaking, Intel has so far only confirmed more professional GPUs (likely based on Battlemage) for Computex. There's a significant overlap here as sources are divided on whether the BMG-G21 variant with 24GB of memory is intended for workstations, likely the Arc Pro B60, or consumers, likely the Arc B580 24 GB. Assuming this 24GB model joins Intel's consumer-grade B580 lineup, it stands to reason Intel probably has something more powerful in the pipeline for its workstation offerings. Intel's BMG-G21 die allows for 20 Xe cores (2,560) shaders, which is designed as a competitor to Nvidia's RTX 4060 (AD107). Pricing differences aside, despite more VRAM, it would still be eclipsed in raw compute by even the entry-level RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell, which has Nvidia's GB203 chip under the hood. Export data from NBD purports the existence of a larger BMG-G31 die. Most of these shipments are Vietnam-bound, which hosts several OSAT companies that have a history of packaging and assembling Intel products. So, will Intel bring any BMG-G31 GPUs to the table? We're pinning our hopes on Computex for the official word. Follow Tom's Hardware on Google News to get our up-to-date news, analysis, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button.
