On May 8, 2025, FTKPM organized a Basic Robotic Arm Training Module aimed at beginners, exclusively for FTKPM staff. The training session, held from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM, provided valuable hands-on experience and insights for lecturers to familiarize themselves with the robotic arm system and the ARC FTKPM fleet management software developed by ARC Lab FTKPM.

This session served as an excellent opportunity for staff to deepen their understanding of robotic technology and enhance their skills in utilizing advanced systems for educational and research purposes.

We would like to express our appreciation to all participants for their involvement, and we hope this training will contribute to the continued development of robotic expertise within FTKPM.

On May 4, 2025, Agrotek RTM broadcasted a segment showcasing UMPSA's efforts in sharing expertise with the local community, aligned with the theme “Technology for Society.”

The segment highlighted the IoT Based Smart Farming System, an agricultural innovation presented by Dr. Ahmad Najmuddin, Dr. Azraai Razman, and Dr. Amirul Abdullah from the Faculty of Manufacturing and Mechatronics Engineering Technology (FTKPM), UMPSA, along with the Agronetics Team from IMAMS Lab, FTKPM. The team is actively developing technologies to benefit the local farming community.

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to RTM, FTKPM, PJIM UMPSA, and everyone involved in making this program a success. This initiative highlights FTKPM’s commitment to using technological advancements to support and uplift the local agricultural community.

On January 13, 2025, the Faculty of Manufacturing and Mechatronic Engineering Technology (FTKPM), Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA), successfully conducted the FRGS 2025 Workshop at the Executive Lounge, UMPSA Library, Pekan.

The workshop, led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Syarifah Nur Aqida Syed Ahmad, aimed to provide valuable guidance to lecturers planning to apply for the Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS) for the year 2025.

Participants gained insights into crafting high-quality grant proposals, understanding evaluation criteria, and improving their chances of successfully securing the FRGS.

FTKPM remains committed to supporting academic research and innovation through initiatives like this, which empower researchers to contribute to impactful advancements in their respective fields.

Congratulations to all participants and sincere gratitude to Assoc. Prof. Dr. Syarifah Nur Aqida for her insightful and informative session!

The Faculty of Manufacturing and Mechatronic Engineering Technology (FTKPM), Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA) is proud to announce the participation of Professor Ir. Dr. Ahmad Razlan Bin Yusoff as a Visiting Scholar (Periset Tamu) at Badan Riset dan Inovasi Nasional (BRIN), Indonesia. This program is aimed at fostering research collaboration between Malaysia and Indonesia, focusing on smart manufacturing technologies and real-time tool condition monitoring using artificial intelligence (AI), particularly machine learning and smart sensors.

Research Focus:

• Development of smart sensors for real-time monitoring of tool wear during CNC processes
• Predictive analysis of complex surface profiles using machine learning techniques

Program Benefits:

• Joint publication of high-impact journal articles
• Technology transfer and enhancement of manufacturing processes
• Knowledge-sharing between researchers from UMPSA and BRIN

This strategic collaboration is a significant step towards strengthening technological innovation in manufacturing, in line with Industry 4.0 initiatives. It also opens up new opportunities for future research partnerships and technological advancements.

Congratulations to Professor Ir. Dr. Ahmad Razlan Bin Yusoff and all involved in making this program a success. UMPSA remains committed to fostering international partnerships and leading in technological research and development.

Batu Pahat, 28 October 2024 – Students from the Faculty of Manufacturing and Mechatronic Engineering Technology (FTKPM), Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA), brought pride to the university by winning the Gold Medal and the Best Presentation Award at the National Undergraduate Innovation Competition (NUIC'24) organized by Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) at Dewan Sultan Ibrahim.

The team, comprising Chang Kian Hong, Wan Muhammad Farees Nazreen, Kelvin Loh Yee Han, and Chee Cheong, was mentored by Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Muhammad Aizzat Zakaria, who served as the lead researcher. Their presentation, titled "Design and Development of Autonomous Mobile Robot Platform for Pallet Transportation," captivated the judges with its innovative approach.

The project focused on designing a mobile robot platform capable of pallet transportation, offering enhanced efficiency for various industries such as logistics, agriculture, healthcare, and education. Beyond improving productivity and operational safety, the project incorporated sustainable technologies to meet modern industrial needs.

Congratulations to Team FTKPM for this outstanding achievement! Your success reflects the spirit of innovation and excellence that defines our faculty. Keep pushing the boundaries of technology and innovation! 

Surakarta, 27 Oktober - Seramai 80 peserta dalam dan luar negara terutamanya dari Indonesia, Malaysia dan United Kingdom hadir membentangkan hasil penyelidikan mereka dalam bidang Sistem Pembuatan, Automasi Pembuatan, Bahan dan Proses Pembuatan sempena Seminar Antarabangsa iMEC-APCOMS 2022 bertemakan “Post Pandemic Recovery: Industrial Engineering Perspective” yang berlangsung di Ki Hajar Dewantara Building, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Surakarta, Indonesia. Seminar dianjurkan Fakulti Teknologi Kejuruteraan Pembuatan dan Mekatronik, Universiti Malaysia Pahang (UMP) dengan kerjasama Fakulti Teknologi Industri, Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB), Indonesia.  Selain itu, Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS), Indonesia dan Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka (UTeM) juga terlibat sebagai penganjur bersama.  Daripada jumlah tersebut seramai 11 orang adalah peserta daripada UMP telah membuat pembentangan kertas penyeledikan secara bersemuka dan juga di dalam talian. iMEC-APCOMS 2022 merupakan kesinambungan daripada IMEC 2019 yang dianjurkan bersama Fakulti Teknologi Kejuruteraan Pembuatan dan Mekatronik, UMP dan Fakulti Teknologi Industri, ITB, Indonesia di Putrajaya pada tahun 2019. Persidangan ini digabungkan bersama dengan persidangan APCOMS iaitu lanjutan kerjasama terhadap memorandum persefahaman yang telah ditandatangani diantara UMP and ITB. Prof. Dr. Cucuk Nur Rosyidi selaku Pengerusi Jawatankuasa Penganjur iMEC-APCOMS 2022 telah memberi ucapan alu-aluan kepada semua peserta yang hadir. Dalam sesi ucap utama persidangan ditampilkan tokoh-tokoh akademik seperti Prof. Dr. Ing- Hendro Wicaksono dari Jacobs University, Germany, Prof. Ir. Dr. Bermawi P. Iskandar dari ITB, Prof. Benny Tjahjono dari Conventry University, UK, Prof Ir. Dr. Ahmad Razlan Yusoff dari UMP, Mr. Toto Suharto selaku President Director of SKF Indonesia dan Prof Dr Zamberi bin Jamaludin dari UTeM.

Menurut Prof. Dr. Cucuk, seminar antarabangsa anjuran bersama UMP-ITB-UNS-UTeM ini dapat mengukuhkan jalinan dan hubungan antarabangsa di antara Malaysia dan Indonesia yang terjalin melalui Memorandum Persefahaman yang telah ditandatangani. “Di samping itu juga seminar antarabangsa ini merupakan platform kepada para peserta untuk berinteraksi dan meningkatkan pemahaman mereka mengenai penyelidikan terkini dalam bidang kejuruteraan pembuatan dan industri,” katanya.  Pembentangan turut menampilkan Prof Bermawi yang membentangkan kertas kerja berkaitan “Industrial Resilient after pandemic” Mr. Toto dari SKF Indonesia membentangkan kertas kerja berkaitan cabaran dan peluang untuk mengaplikasi machine learning untuk industri  semasa era Industri 4.0. Selain itu, wakil UMP, Prof. Ir. Dr. Ahmad Razlan membentangkan kertas kerja berkaitan dengan aplikasi terhadap machine learning dalam proses pemesinan logam dari sudut pemantauan terhadap keadaan proses and alat pemotong.

iMEC-APCOMS 2019 secara langsung telah menyediakan platform kepada para penyelidik, pelajar pasca siswazah serta pihak industri dalam bidang kejuruteraan pembuatan bersama-sama membentangkan hasil penyelidikan masing-masing. Selain bertukar pandangan dan pendapat, seminar ini juga menyediakan pameran industri berkaitan dengan kejuruteraan pembutan dan industri.  Disamping itu juga, potensi kerjasama telah mula berputik di antara UMP dan Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta yang telah dipengerusikan oleh Prof. Madya Dr. Azmir Azahari selaku Pengarah Pusat Perhubungan Anatarabangsa, UMP bagi pertukaran pelajar dan pensyarah dan kerjasama penyelidikan.

Disediakan oleh Dr. Wahaizad Bin Safiei dari Fakulti Teknologi Kejuruteraan Pembuatan dan Mekatronik.