PUA-RISE Forum 2025: Empowering India’s Plastics MSMEs with Smart Manufacturing

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Why PUA-RISE Forum Was Created:
Addressing Polymer Industry Challenges

The PUA–RISE Forum for Polymer Automation and Robotics was born from a shared vision: to create a robust ecosystem where industry leaders, policymakers, academia, and start-ups unite to reimagine the future of Indian manufacturing and engineering, particularly in the polymer and plastics industry.

Through our participation in conferences and exhibitions nationwide, we engaged with hundreds of stakeholders from the plastics and allied sectors. A consistent, urgent message emerged: India’s MSMEs- the backbone of the plastics sector; are grappling with critical, unresolved challenges in adopting smart automation and robotics.

Many MSMEs lacked awareness of the latest technologies or questioned whether upgrading was even realistic. High automation and machinery costs discouraged investment, while knowledge of government schemes for robotics in plastics manufacturing was scarce. Sustainability presented its own uncertainties- could AI-enabled automation and green practices be profitable, or were they just another burden? And with complex rules such as Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), countless MSMEs struggled to navigate compliance.

We knew the industry needed one central hub: a credible space where MSMEs could discover robotics and automation solutions for polymer manufacturers, learn how to integrate them, and connect with the right technology and financing partners.

The PUA–RISE Forum, an initiative by Polymerupdate Academy, was created precisely for this purpose- to be a national polymer industry forum in India where technology providers, policymakers, industry experts, and entrepreneurs unite to accelerate the plastics industry’s transition toward smarter, more sustainable, and globally competitive manufacturing.

Key Challenges Faced by Indian Plastics MSMEs and the Role of PUA-RISE

Across India’s industrial hubs: from Daman to Rajkot, Ahmedabad to Pune- small plastic manufacturing units play a vital role. Yet, these enterprises face hurdles that threaten their competitiveness in a digitizing world:

Manual Labour

Heavy reliance on manual labour, vulnerable to absenteeism and rising costs

Investment Barriers

High initial investment even for affordable cobots or pick-and-place robots

Outdated Technology

Low productivity from outdated machinery

Government Scheme Access

Limited access to government schemes for robotics in plastics manufacturing

Plastic Regulations

Complex environmental regulations around single-use plastics

Automation Skill Gaps

Skill gaps in operating and maintaining automated systems

Objectives of PUA-RISE Forum: Driving Smart Manufacturing and Sustainability

As the plastics industry faces mounting pressure to reduce its environmental footprint, PUA–RISE 2025 will focus on practical pathways for MSMEs to adopt AI-powered robotics in polymer manufacturing: enabling greater precision, efficiency, and cost savings.

Accelerate AI-powered robotics adoption
Build a knowledge-driven ecosystem
Provide MSMEs with actionable strategies
Highlight government incentives and sustainability outcomes

Our objective is to build a knowledge-driven ecosystem where innovation, policy, and industry seamlessly connect. Through PUA–RISE Forum registration, MSMEs gain access to strategies for using AI to improve productivity in plastics MSMEs, understanding government incentives, and implementing smart automation in Indian plastics MSMEs

The PUA–RISE Role in This Transformation

The PUA–RISE (Robotics & Innovation for Smarter Engineering) Forum is more than an event; it’s a catalyst for change in polymer manufacturing automation.

How PUA–RISE Helps:

Real-World Use Cases

Demonstrate Real-World Use Cases tailored for polymer and plastics units

Regional Events & Tech Clinics

Host Regional Events & Tech Clinics in key manufacturing hubs across India

Skilling Programs

Run Skilling Programs for operators and supervisors in robotics programming

Vendor & Financing Links

Facilitate Vendor & Financing Links to help MSMEs adopt automation faster

"Robots will not replace people - but people who work with robots will replace those who don’t."

Join the PUA–RISE event by Polymerupdate Academy and take the first step toward future-proofing your plastics manufacturing business

Register now for PUA–RISE 2025: The Premier Polymer Automation Event
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Your Transformation Starts Here

PUA–RISE isn’t just an event — it’s your backstage pass to the future of Indian manufacturing. Whether you’re an MSME owner, a plant supervisor, or an innovator with bold ideas, this is your moment to:

Unlock funding avenues you didn’t know existed
See automation in action for your industry
Get real answers on sustainability, compliance & profitability
Connect with partners who can help you scale tomorrow

 Ready to take the first step?

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