The Future of Industrial Heating is Here

On October 4, 2025, the newly established Association of Industrial Microwave Heating & High-Frequency Applications (AIMHHA) will host its inaugural global online workshop: “Next-Gen Industrial Heating – A Global Workshop on Microwave, High-Frequency & Plasma Engineering.”

This free, full-day event will explore the cutting edge of industrial heating, diving deep into the science and applications of microwave, high-frequency, and plasma technologies.

In an era where energy efficiency and sustainability are critical, traditional thermal processing methods are being challenged. Unlike conventional systems that rely on slow heat transfer via hot air, steam, or water, microwave and high-frequency energy deliver heat instantly and directly to the material. This volumetric bulk heating eliminates the need for intermediate heat-carrying media, significantly improving energy efficiency, reducing water use, and enabling effluent-free processing with major environmental benefits.

Beyond efficiency, dielectric heating mechanisms allow precise and targeted changes in materials, paving the way for innovations such as advanced peeling, texture modification, decontamination, disinfestation, and nutritional enhancement. These transformative technologies are reshaping industries worldwide.

This workshop also marks the official launch of AIMHHA, an organization dedicated to fostering a robust ecosystem for industrial microwave and high-frequency applications in India and globally. The program will guide participants through fundamental principles, system design, core applications, and future trends, including AI-driven process control and plasma agriculture. A special Innovation Showcase will spotlight indigenous breakthroughs developed in India.

Join us for a day of intensive learning, high-level networking, and an exclusive look at the future of industrial processing.

Who Should Attend?

This global workshop is designed for professionals, academics, and innovators who are driving the future of industrial technology.

• Engineers & R&D Professionals: Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, and Food Engineers seeking advanced heating solutions for higher efficiency and quality.

• Academics & Researchers: Professors, post-doctoral fellows, and scholars in thermal processing, material science, food engineering, and biotechnology.

• Industry Leaders & Managers: Decision-makers in manufacturing, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and materials science exploring strategic advantages and ROI.

• Students: Graduate and undergraduate students in engineering and applied sciences eager to learn from global experts.

• Entrepreneurs & Innovators: Startups and individuals developing new products and processes enhanced by microwave, RF, or plasma systems.

• Equipment Manufacturers: Companies designing and producing industrial machinery seeking to stay ahead of technological advancements.

Featured Speakers: A World-Class Lineup

We are honored to welcome distinguished global experts and Indian researchers at the forefront of microwave and plasma engineering.

The opening session will include welcome addresses by:

• Prof. Georgios Dimitrakis (President, AMPERE, UK)

• Mr. John F. Gerling (Past President, IMPI, USA)

• Prof. Arun S. Mujumdar & Prof. Vijaya Raghavan (McGill University, Canada)

Highlights from the technical sessions include:

• Prof. Vijaya Raghavan (McGill University, Canada): Foundational insights into the relationship between microwave energy and food systems.

• Prof. Parag Prakash Sutar (NIT Rourkela, India): Fundamentals of microwave heating for material drying and sterilisation.

• Mr. John F. Gerling (USA): Engineering performance of components such as reactive chokes for conveyorized systems.

• Prof. Georgios Dimitrakis (University of Nottingham, UK): Process monitoring and optimization using dielectric spectroscopy.

• Dr. Marilena Radoiu (France): Microwave generators, components, and scaling plasma applications.

• Prof. Shuntaro Tsubaki (Kyushu University, Japan): Microwave processes in catalysis and food engineering.

• Prof. Ivan Shorstkii (Russia): A pioneer in plasma agriculture.

• Prof. P. Balasubramanian (NIT Rourkela, India): Microwave applications in biomass and chemical processing.

With more than a dozen speakers, the program offers unparalleled access to pioneering research and practical applications.

Registration

Participation is free, but prior registration is required to access the workshop.

Register at: https://aimhha.org/

Once registered, you will receive a private link to join the event via email 24–48 hours before October 4, 2025.

Date: Saturday, 4 October 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 6:40 PM (Indian Standard Time, IST)
Location: Online (Virtual Event)
Cost: Free

Don’t Miss Out

Be part of this landmark event, witness the official launch of AIMHHA, and discover how next-gen heating technologies are revolutionizing industries.
Register today and step into the future of industrial heating!