{"id":11845,"date":"2021-02-23T09:03:17","date_gmt":"2021-02-23T09:03:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mfgtechupdate.com\/?p=11845"},"modified":"2022-07-23T09:05:26","modified_gmt":"2022-07-23T09:05:26","slug":"richard-lamure-ceo-and-arnaud-de-boisboissel-business-unit-manager-asia-pacific-topsolid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mfgtechupdate.com\/richard-lamure-ceo-and-arnaud-de-boisboissel-business-unit-manager-asia-pacific-topsolid\/","title":{"rendered":"Richard Lamure, CEO, and Arnaud de Boisboissel, Business Unit Manager (Asia-Pacific) TopSolid."},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Q.\u00a0TopSolid SAS has recently announced the\u00a0<\/strong><strong>opening of a new strategic partnership,\u00a0<\/strong><strong>TopSolid India, how do you plan to tap the\u00a0<\/strong><strong>growing Indian market?<\/strong><br \/>\n<em><strong>Richard Lamure:<\/strong><\/em>\u00a0The trends and strong demands\u00a0of the Indian industry such as Industry 4.0,\u00a0automation, data management, and connectivity,\u00a0not only request a global approach, but also\u00a0professional and sharp teams to guide customers\u2019\u00a0projects. The Indian market is developing rapidly.\u00a0The country\u2019s economy offers a lot of growth<br \/>\nopportunities, specifically, for precision tooling,\u00a0defence, electronics (mobile handset market\u00a0and telecom gear) and railways. These are\u00a0sectors, which TopSolid has worked very closely\u00a0with in Europe. But to work closely with highlevel technical support and training localisation\u00a0\u00a0in India, we needed to have an India-specific\u00a0strategy in place. As a result, TopSolid India was\u00a0born. We formed TopSolid India with our reliable and trusted partner DCPL. TopSolid India plans to\u00a0focus on important industrial cities. We will reach\u00a0out to trade associations such as TAGMA, auto\u00a0clusters and vocational schools to further the\u00a0company\u2019s cause.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q.\u00a0Tell us more about TopSolid and its products\u00a0<\/strong><strong>for design, manufacturing, mould making and\u00a0<\/strong><strong>metal forming industries?<\/strong><br \/>\n<em><strong>Richard Lamure:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/em>TopSolid\u2019s entire suite of\u00a0products is developed and continually upgraded\u00a0to support all domains of mechanical engineering\u00a0industries\u2014right from design to manufacturing.\u00a0There are around 50,000 licences in use across the\u00a0globe in sectors such as precision tooling, marine,\u00a0aerospace, precision medical and automobile<br \/>\nsectors. In fact, TopSolid SAS\u2019 footprint represents\u00a0more than \u20ac100 M with 600 people worldwide\u00a0daily committed to support customers.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q.\u00a0What do you think are the key drivers of the\u00a0tooling industry? How does your company aim\u00a0to support the manufacturing industry here?<\/strong><br \/>\n<em><strong>Arnaud de Boisboissel:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/em>The Indian tooling\u00a0industry is maturing rapidly not only in terms\u00a0of quality but also scale of operations. The\u00a0automobile, electrical switchgear, pipe and pipe\u00a0fittings, FMCG, white goods and household<br \/>\nindustries\u2019 demands are increasing by the day.\u00a0And, the toy sector is bringing up exciting\u00a0opportunities. We expect to witness growth in\u00a0the electronics sector, viz., the mobile handset\u00a0manufacturing segment, and plan on setting\u00a0up a manufacturing base in India. The growth\u00a0potential is immense and we are committed to\u00a0serve this increasing demand.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q.\u00a0What do you think are the current technology\u00a0<\/strong><strong>trends witnessed in the industry? Please take\u00a0<\/strong><strong>us through them?<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong><em>Arnaud de Boisboissel:<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0As Mr. Richard Lamure\u00a0mentioned, Industry 4.0 is the growing trend. In\u00a0fact, I should say that in India, it\u2019s already a reality.\u00a0The latest improvements and developments\u00a0are proof of this. For years, we have been\u00a0providing integrated solutions, which are data\u00a0management oriented, in connection with\u00a0industry standards. I believe that we are well\u00a0positioned to lead the industry<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q.\u00a0Could you tell us more about your iconic\u00a0<\/strong><strong>product, TopSolid\u2019Mold. How can it help mould\u00a0<\/strong><strong>makers attain high efficiency and accuracy?<\/strong><br \/>\n<em><strong>Arnaud de Boisboissel:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/em>TopSolid\u2019Mold was\u00a0developed keeping user requirements in mind\u00a0and considering the valuable feedback from\u00a0global tool makers in Japan, Europe, and America.\u00a0Special care has been taken while developing\u00a0TopSolid and its modules to ensure seamless\u00a0flow of the entire digital chain\u2014right from\u00a0mould design to machining, electrode and wire\u00a0cut. It has numerous user-friendly features to\u00a0support standard libraries, standardisation, and\u00a0customisation to match the customers\u2019 demands.\u00a0We are glad to address the ever-growing needs\u00a0of advanced tool makers with multinational\u00a0presence such as PANASONIC from Japan, SOCEM\u00a0and ARAYMOND from Europe, DBM Reflex and\u00a0BELGA MATRIZES in North &amp; South America.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q.\u00a0What makes TopSolid products unique, given\u00a0<\/strong><strong>the fact that there are many CAM solution\u00a0<\/strong><strong>providers across the globe?<\/strong><br \/>\n<em><strong>Arnaud de Boisboissel:<\/strong><\/em>\u00a0TopSolid\u2019Mold and its\u00a0related tooling modules aim at offering integrated\u00a0global solutions on one platform to address the\u00a0dynamic needs of the tooling industry. CAM is\u00a0just one part of the digital chain\u2014starting from\u00a0conceptualisation, designing of moulds to proveouts. TopSolid addresses 2D, 3D, and 5-axis on\u00a0a single platform with best-in-class simulation\u00a0(CNC machine, job, tool holders and clamping\u00a0elements). Besides, it has access to libraries of\u00a0cutting tool manufacturers.<br \/>\nIt is important to note that the TopSolid team\u00a0works closely with several reputed machine\u00a0manufacturers to develop certified post\u00a0processors. Operating-level personnel using\u00a0TopSolid can work stress-free in tool rooms,<br \/>\nas they do not need to worry about repetitive\u00a0tasks or machine collision. Instead, they can\u00a0focus on productivity and efficiency while\u00a0running operations.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q.\u00a0Clearly, going digital is the way forward for all\u00a0<\/strong><strong>industries. How is TopSolid gearing up to help\u00a0<\/strong><strong>companies achieve their digital goals?<\/strong><br \/>\n<em><strong>Arnaud de Boisboissel:<\/strong><\/em>\u00a0This is fully part of\u00a0TopSolid\u2019s strategy and Industry 4.0\u2019s direction.\u00a0TopSolid\u2019s philosophy is to help companies work\u00a0digitally and eliminate the redundant steps in\u00a0design and manufacturing. The entire process\u00a0can be made paperless, while minimising the\u00a0need for human intervention. Its various modules<br \/>\nhelp in integrating various functions, thereby\u00a0compressing the total throughput time.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q.\u00a0How can manufacturers optimize on\u00a0<\/strong><strong>technology to carry out operations amid the\u00a0<\/strong><strong>COVID-19 outbreak?<\/strong><br \/>\n<em><strong>Arnaud de Boisboissel:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/em>Using technology\u00a0and technology-driven solutions are the only\u00a0alternatives in the current situation. Owing to the\u00a0scarcity of skilled manpower to get the jobs done,\u00a0it is become more important to look at technology\u00a0to fill in the gaps. To meet customers\u2019 standards,\u00a0TopSolid has incorporated the best practices\u00a0of the industry into its highly customizable\u00a0products. These not only help in minimising\u00a0repetitive tasks but also in automating the\u00a0process to a great extent.<br \/>\nHowever, the transition to automation must be\u00a0done in phases. Automating the process and\u00a0minimising human intervention are needed in\u00a0order to reduce waste and improve productivity.\u00a0Being a truly integrated platform for design and\u00a0manufacturing helps in reducing the unnecessary\u00a0steps of duplication and preventing loss of\u00a0information when using different software for\u00a0design and manufacturing. All the relevant\u00a0information and data can be retrieved and used\u00a0to monitor quality and traceability.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q.\u00a0What are the key growth drivers in India? What\u00a0<\/strong><strong>are your plans for the Indian market?<\/strong><br \/>\n<em><strong>Arnaud de Boisboissel:<\/strong><\/em>\u00a0There are several growth\u00a0drivers in India, but the most important ones are\u00a0the country\u2019s pro-development government,\u00a0and availability of skilled and knowledgeable\u00a0manpower. Currently, many countries have\u00a0understood the importance of diversifying\u00a0and they are considering setting up their\u00a0manufacturing base in India. Some have already\u00a0done so. I think that the availability of reasonably\u00a0good infrastructure and quick scalability will help\u00a0India attract global investments.<br \/>\nIndia is one of the largest growing industrial\u00a0markets in the world. By establishing this\u00a0strategic partnership with TopSolid India, we\u00a0aim to provide full support to the industry with\u00a0our range of customisable products. We want\u00a0to help companies achieve optimised working\u00a0levels and assist them by customising our\u00a0products to help them meet their individual\u00a0company standards.<\/p>\n<p><em>This interview was first published in TAGMA Times newsletter\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Q.\u00a0TopSolid SAS has recently announced the\u00a0opening of a new strategic partnership,\u00a0TopSolid India, how do you plan to tap the\u00a0growing Indian market? Richard Lamure:\u00a0The trends and strong demands\u00a0of the Indian industry such as Industry 4.0,\u00a0automation, data management, and connectivity,\u00a0not only request a global approach, but also\u00a0professional and sharp teams to guide customers\u2019\u00a0projects. 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