Sheet metal parts are used extensively in Automobiles, Electronics, Consumer goods and many other products. Sheet metal parts need to be designed for form, functionality and aesthetics whilst keeping in mind the formability of these parts using press tools. Most sheet metal parts are mass produced for which press tools are used. Overlooking the production feasibility of production of metal parts can lead to unwanted design changes and lead to longer product development cycles. Hence knowledge of sheet metal materials, press tools, processing techniques and production feasibility becomes essential for sheet metal part designers.

Keeping this in view, Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers' Association is organizing a training program on "Design and processing of sheet metal parts".

This program will be delivered by Mr. Ramesh Srinivasa Rao.

Mr. Ramesh Srinivasa Rao is an experienced mechanical design engineer professional with 35+ years of work experience in the field of plastics, plastics testing, precision components, and product design. He has been responsible for mechanical design services across the Automotive, Medical, Industrial, process and consumer electronics verticals. He built, trained, and managed teams of 250 + engineers in Plastics, Injection Molds, Dies, and Die Casting Die, New Product Design, Industrial Design, Packaging, Testing, and Reliability. Currently holds seven US patents, two on medical products and four on interconnects. Handled complex projects and managed engineering operations worldwide. Previously worked for L&T Technology Services, Molex, Flextronics, National, etc.