TRUMPF names new leader for its Smart Factory

May 13, 2021
In his role, Kartik Vaidyanathan Iyer will be responsible for the operation and continuous development of the TRUMPF Smart Factory in Hoffman Estates, IL.
TRUMPF (Farmington, CT) has named Kartik Vaidyanathan Iyer as the new Director of the TRUMPF Smart Factory in Hoffman Estates, IL. Reporting directly to Burke Doar, Senior Vice President of TRUMPF, he will succeed Markus Zimmermann, who has assumed the role as head of R&D for TRUMPF Austria.

Prior to TRUMPF, Iyer was President & CEO of Metamation (also in Hoffman Estates). He joined TRUMPF as head of the software division for North America in December 2019 and worked to expand the company’s ambitious software strategy for the North American market. Additionally, he was responsible for leading the sales, customer support, and order processing teams across all TruConnect software products for the company.

Iyer holds a master’s degree in Electrical & Computer Engineering from Michigan State University and an executive education certificate from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management in Artificial Intelligence with a focus in strategies for leading business transformation.

Iyer will be responsible for the operation and continuous development of the TRUMPF Smart Factory where, utilizing TRUMPF technology, he will demonstrate industrially viable autonomous factory solutions to help customers realize zero unplanned down time. 

Source: TRUMPF press release

Sponsored Recommendations

March 31, 2025
Enhance your remote sensing capabilities with Chroma's precision-engineered optical filters, designed for applications such as environmental monitoring, geospatial mapping, and...
March 31, 2025
Designed for compatibility with a wide range of systems, Chroma's UV filters are engineered to feature high transmission, superior out-of-band blocking, steep edge transitions...
March 31, 2025
Discover strategies to balance component performance and system design, reducing development time and costs while maximizing efficiency.
March 31, 2025
Filter accessories including cubes, sliders, and rings, designed to enhance the performance and versatility of optical systems. These components ensure precise alignment and stability...

Voice your opinion!

To join the conversation, and become an exclusive member of Laser Focus World, create an account today!