SMF 2024 - SHEET METAL FORMING RESEARCH ASSOCIATION

Welcome to “Forming Futures: Shaping the Future with Advanced Sheet Metal Technologies.”

Forming Futures, presented by the Sheet Metal Forming Research Association (SMFRA) in collaboration with IIT Ropar, Punjab, is not just a conference, it’s a celebration of innovation and creativity in the realm of Advanced Sheet Metal Technologies. This exceptional forum brings together the sheet metal fraternity, fostering the exchange of cutting-edge concepts and addressing critical issues in the field of sheet metal forming.

We are at the cusp of a new era, where technology is not just shaping metal, but also the future of our industries and societies. We believe in the power of technology to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary. Our focus is on advanced sheet metal technologies that are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, reshaping industries, and forming the future right before our eyes.

Join us as we delve into the intricacies of these technologies, explore their potential, and discuss their impact on various sectors. From automotive to aerospace, manufacturing to defense application, advanced sheet metal technologies are revolutionizing the way we work and live.

We invite you to be a part of this exciting journey. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, a budding entrepreneur, a curious student, or just a tech enthusiast, there’s something for everyone at Forming Futures. Let’s come together to learn, share, innovate, and shape the future with advanced sheet metal technologies.

Welcome to Forming Futures. The future is being formed here!

Important Dates

Mark your calendars! The conference is scheduled for December 5th and 6th, 2024, and we’ll soon reveal the timeline for other activities.

Punjab is a state in northwest region of India and is one of the most prosperous states.

The name Punjab is made of two words Punj (Five) + Aab (Water) i.e. land of five rivers. These five rivers of Punjab are Sutlej, Beas, Ravi, Chenab, and Jhelum. Only Sutlej, Ravi and Beas rivers flow in today’s Punjab. The other two rivers are now in the state of Punjab, situated in Pakistan. The Punjab State is divided into three regions: Majha, Doaba and Malwa.

Agriculture is the mainstay of Punjab’s economy. Other major industries include manufacturing of scientific instruments, electrical goods, financial services, machine tools, textiles, sewing machines etc..

Location

Punjab is bounded on the west by Pakistan, on the north by Jammu and Kashmir, on the northeast by Himachal Pradesh and on the south by Haryana and Rajasthan.

Climate

The state has a balanced amalgamation of heat in summer, rain in monsoon and cold in winter. The three seasons are so distinctly distributed that you can enjoy each of them individually. Punjab experiences both summer and winter to its extreme. It even receives abundant rainfall, which makes the state a very fertile land. The region lying near the foot hills of Himalayas receive heavy rainfall whereas the region lying at a distant from the hills, the rainfall is scanty and the temperature is high.

The summer months span from mid April to the end of June. The rainy season in Punjab is from early July to end of September. October marks the beginning of the winter season. From December onwards, the winter becomes chilly. Most of the major festivals of Punjab, like Lohri, Holla Mohalla, Diwali, and Dussehra, fall during this period. The best time to visit Punjab is from October to the end of March.

Language

Punjabi, the official language of the state, is the tenth most widely spoken language in the world. It is also the fourth most spoken language in Asia. It is the only living language among the Indo-European languages which is a fully tonal language. Punjabi is written in the Gurmukhi Script. Besides Punjabi, Hindi, Urdu and the universally acclaimed English are the languages that are spoken in Punjab.