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TAFE CITILO recognized among Technology Leaders in IT

INTEROP, a leading global independent technology conference and platform, in its sixth edition held in Mumbai honoured women leaders in the field of IT. The ‘Women Achievers in IT’ awards were conferred on women who have made a mark and significantly contributed to the growth of the IT industry.

The awards were presented in four categories: Icons, Technology Leaders, Business Leaders and Rising Stars. The ‘Icons’ awards were presented by Mr. F. C. Kohli, founder and first CEO of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and also known as the father of the Indian Software Industry.

The response to the event was tremendous, with the leaders narrating their stories, sharing insights and also urging other women to realise their hidden potential.

Ms. Shobhana Ravi, Chief of Infomation Technology Innovation and Learning Officer – TAFE, was recognised among technology leaders in IT. We congratulate her on this achievement and wish her many more such milestones in her journey of excellence.

Source: Information Week magazine

Photo courtesy: Interop

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TAFE at the 3rd International CTI Symposium and Exhibition

Mr. T. Rajkumar represented TAFE at the ‘CTI Symposium – Automotive Transmissions, HEV and EV Drives’ which was part of the Transmission Expo held in Suzhou, China. The event being held in China – the world’s largest automotive market, attracted a galaxy of experts in the field of transmission. During the course of the expo, discussions on the development trends in the field were held at length. Mr. Rajkumar presented a paper titled “Torque converter selection for tractor applications” at the expo, which was not only well received but commended by the delegates present.

This opportunity also allowed him to meet some of the top experts and witness the direction the field is taking at the expo. Mr. Rajkumar who has completed his MTech (Machine Design) with First Class with distinction, from Bharat University, Chennai is keen to share his knowledge with TAFE associates. Incidentally, his project for the MTech was in collaboration with TAFE and CVRDE, Avadi, titled “Selection of Torque converter for Offhighway Application”.

This achievement is special considering it showcased TAFE and its capabilities on a global stage; personifying, ‘Cultivating the World’.

We wish Mr. Rajkumar all the success!

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TMTL Engines Division the Sachha Sathi of UP

The TAFE Motors and Tractors Limited (TMTL) Engines division organized a ‘Mechanical Meet’ at Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh for technicians working with gensets and different kind of engines. Mr. Karunesh Mathur from TMTL Engines division and the OEA team were responsible for putting the event together.

The meet aimed at uniting the various genset and engine mechanics, along with panel, small engines, single and multi cylinder mechanics of the region. It was attended by skilled head mechanics who were made familiar with the genset and engines. Insights into the inner workings were also provided by Mr. Swetaank Bharti helping the technicians get a better understanding and thus, motivating them to be associated with TMTL. This association will go a long way in helping the growth of TMTLs brand name in the region while promoting its services.

The gathering was overwhelmed and thankful for the initiative as it opened a new world of opportunities for the technicians helping them add a new skill set to their repertoire.

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TAFE engages its engineers for global project

Mr. R. Ramraj and Mr. Manoj, two of our R&D engineers, have been a part of the AGCO Global team. They are actively involved in design and development of a global tractor project named “Centurion”. This is indeed a proud moment for TAFE to collaborate on this prestigious global platform.

We wish them All the very Best!

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TAL delivers its first TATA Zest

The Zest model of sedans was recently launched by TATA Motors in Coimbatore on September 3, 2014. The Zest series offers two models: Tata Zest XT and Tata Zest Diesel XMA. Released to rave reviews and much demand; TAFE Access Limited (TAL) delivered its first Zest on 10th September to Mr Mahendran in Coimbatore.

We wish them all the best!

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TMTL Engines Gujarat gears up for the future

TAFE Motors and Tractors Limited (TMTL) Engines group is spreading out and reaching out to potential market centers across the country. In Gujarat, the sales team under the leadership of Mr. Jasmit Singh (Zonal Manager) has taken on the challenge of reaching out to new customers. This effort is typical of the TMTL Engine team’s positive and pro-active attitude wherein they are always ready to take on new challenges.

This initiative also saw Mr. Manish V Khadse (Manager) from TMTL pairing up with a group of independent agents and rental parties in Gujarat to mark and expand TMTL’s presence all across the state.

We wish them all the very best in this new venture!

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Commemoration blood donation camp at TAFE Reach Chennai

TAFE Reach Ltd., Chennai paid homage to Ex-Chairman Mr. A. Sivasailam on his birth anniversary by organizing a Blood donation camp on August 25, 2014. The camp was inaugurated by Mr R. Manoharan, General Manager – Finance and Mr T. S. Raja, Chief Operating Officer. Over 60 active donors participated.

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TPM first-stage audit cleared TAFE Sembiam

TAFE Sembiam in its journey towards superiority has adopted the Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) way. It had applied for and successfully cleared the first-stage audit of the JIPM Award for Consistency in TPM Excellence for the financial year 2014 – 15. The TPM Excellence Awards is instituted by the Japan Institute for Plant Maintenance (JIPM). The TPM has a 9 Pillar Approach that was adopted by TAFE Sembiam for the Consistency level.

The first stage assessment of the audit was conducted by a team of two Assessors from JIPM, Japan at the TAFE Sembiam Machine shop. The assessment took place in three parts. First, the TPM Manual for the first stage assessment was sent to JIPM for the assessors to review before their visit. Based on their inference from the manual, the Assessors confirm the same at the site visit. The site visit is the second phase, consisting of two parts, the Assessment Room Presentation and the Gemba or the Workplace Presentation by the TPM Pillar Teams.

The assessment was held at the Gurukulam in the TAFE Sembiam premises. The Assessment Room Presentation consisted of presentations by the TAFE Sembiam Plant Head followed by the presentations of the 9 Pillar Leaders. The presentations have to be completed within a stipulated time, following which there is a Q&A session. The presentations were planned on a minute-to-minute basis and were on track.

The Gemba or the Workplace Presentation took place in the TAFE Sembiam Machine shop. The Production team took the assessors on a tour of the Machine shop, showcasing various best practices and improvements being carried out. Each TPM pillar team made presentations using activity boards of their respective pillar. TAFE associates from Madurai, Doddaballapur and EPD (Bangalore and Chennai) were also present during the assessment as observers to understand the assessment proceedings.

The final part of the assessment was the results and feedback session. The results were announced by the assessors and opportunities for improvements keeping the second stage in mind were shared with the TAFE Sembiam team. With the first audit cleared, we wish the TAFE Sembiam team Good Luck for the second stage.