Latest in components and aftermarket expertise to be showcased; focused conference on digital platforms for aftermarket and panel discussions on key aftermarket trends in India and South East Asia.
16 Mar 2017 | 4900 Views | By Autocar Pro News Desk
ACMA Automechanika New Delhi, India’s leading automotive aftermarket fair, will open its doors next week from March 21–24 2017 at the Pragati Maidan in the capital. Organised by ACMA (Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India) and Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India, the trade fair is regarded as one ...
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ACMA Automechanika New Delhi, India’s leading automotive aftermarket fair, will open its doors next week from March 21–24 2017 at the Pragati Maidan in the capital. Organised by ACMA (Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India) and Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India, the trade fair is regarded as one of the most influential events for the aftermarket business in India.
Scaling records over its previous edition, this key business event will represent the latest auto components and automotive aftermarket expertise from over 550 companies from 17 countries. International participation in the event has also increased by 40 percent with foreign contingents from China, Germany, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Poland, Russia, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, the UAE, and the USA. The fair marks a 28 percent increase in exhibitors and 25% increase in exhibition space this year.
As the world’s biggest trade fair brand for the automotive aftermarket, Automechanika spotlights innovations and solutions in the fields of parts, systems, tuning, workshop equipment, bodywork and paintwork, car wash, IT & Management and the latest automobile services.
The Indian edition has lined up some interesting launches and new product displays. These include:
- Intelligent component solutions like LuK Dual Mass Flywheel (DMF), LuK Self Adjusting Clutch (SAC), LuK Double Clutch Technology, FAG SmartSET or INA Chain Drive KIT by Schaeffler India Automotive Aftermarket
- Launch of an advanced Cabin Air Filter product program with high-quality multiple fiber layer media by ACDelco India
- Semi-automatic key cutting machine which specializes in dimple and laser key coping world by JMA India
- New cabin filter with S5 broadband technology which provides 5-fold protection against pollen, bacteria, mould, fine particulates and odours by MAHLE International GmbH
- Power transmission rubber belt for automotive by DRB world
- The Molygen New Generation oils by LIQUI MOLY for special protection against wear and tear
- A brand new NanoFiber Synthetic Media technology by European brand Millard for high tech filtration systems for passenger cars, commercial vehicles and heavy duty machinery
- Non-toxic, biodegradable and environment friendly fuel additives by BioSurge Asia
With new innovations also comes the need for protection against product piracy which will be addressed through the ‘Messe Frankfurt against Copying’ campaign during the fair. The campaign aims to ensure that exhibitors and visitors are fully informed and advised about the registration and assertion of intellectual property rights.
Also taking a holistic view at road deaths and injuries, ACMA for the first time will be launching ‘ACMA Safer Drives’ pavilion, sensitising the public towards abiding road safety rules and usage of genuine auto parts.
Market leading companies like Schaeffler India Automotive Aftermarket, Ample Autotech, Elofic Industries, Delphi Automotive Systems, Jamna Auto Industries, Liqui Molly, Mansons International, Shriram Pistons & Rings, Sigma Corporation India, and ZF India are among the key players exhibiting at the fair.