iFactory Network Lab
Indra Ganesan College of Engineering (IGCE), Tiruchirappalli
The iFactory Network Lab at IGCE is an initiative by the Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI), Government of India, and implemented by C4i4 Lab, Pune, under the Capital Goods Scheme.
It stands as a National Model of Smart Manufacturing, bridging the gap between industry and academia, and showcasing how Industry 4.0 technologies are transforming factories, education, and the workforce across India.
Purpose
What Visitors Can Experience
Live Smart Factory Demonstrations
Explore cutting-edge technologies including:
- AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle) – for material movement automation
- Collaborative Robot (Cobot) with Vision System – for intelligent assembly
- Smart Conveyor Line – for automated production flow
- Kizuna Smart Manufacturing Software – connecting machines, data, and decisions
Hands-on Learning & Training
Industry Awareness & Leadership Sessions
For:
Digital Maturity Assessment (DMA)
Skilling & Research Opportunities
Who Should Visit
- Industry Leaders & MSMEs: To explore digital transformation pathways and smart manufacturing solutions.
- Engineering Students: To gain hands-on understanding of Industry 4.0 technologies.
- Faculty & Researchers: To collaborate on applied research and innovation projects.
- Shopfloor Operators & Technicians: To understand the role of smart tools in daily operations.
Why Visit the iFactory Network Lab
- Experience a real-time smart factory ecosystem
- Gain practical knowledge of Industry 4.0 technologies
- Discover cost-effective solutions for MSMEs
- Build industry–academia collaborations
- Inspire students and professionals to become future-ready engineers and leaders
Programs & Courses
Industry 4.0 Bootcamp – 3 days hands-on training for MSMEs and students
Duration: 3 Days
Target Audience: MSME professionals, Engineering Students, Faculty
Benefits: Hands-on experience with Industry 4.0 technologies, Certificate of Completion, Industry exposure
Smart Manufacturing Workshop – 2 days intensive program
Duration: 2 Days
Target Audience: Industry Professionals, Technicians, Researchers
Benefits: Practical implementation skills, Networking opportunities, DMA assessment
Advanced Robotics Certification – 5 days comprehensive course
Duration: 5 Days
Target Audience: Engineering Students, Robotics Enthusiasts, Industry Professionals
Benefits: Robotics programming skills, Industry certification, Hands-on robot operation
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Lab Infrastructure
Visitors & Industry Interactions
Seminars & Workshops
Take the Next Step
Bring your team, students, or organization to explore how technology, innovation, and human skills come together to build India's Industry 4.0 ecosystem.
iFactory Network Lab, Indra Ganesan College of Engineering,
Manikandam, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu 620 012
principal@igceng.com