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his clogged world needs fresh thoughts. These bogged down brains need stimulating ideas. Human race needs nature and nature needs you…to protect, preserve & profit from it…yes, we are using the word profit in a green issue!

Sprouts, statements, stance & substance for greening the manufacturing ecosystem is all about reconciling economic development while protecting the environment. It represents a very promising approach. Eco- or environmentally friendly manufacturing

practices, technologies & philosophy protect the planet from exploitation and conserve natural resources. As per green thinking, products are made from sustainable materials, while waste is reduced through re-manufacturing, reuse and recycling or by using rapid-renewable. Besides being a friend of the earth, being eco-friendly can reduce a business’ costs. This is where business sense meets best intentions!

What we need is an anthem for ourselves to inspire the manufacturing ecosystem to lead by example and to capitalise on the many benefits of climate protection. We, as manufacturers, have to pose the challenge to ourselves—even as we urge others to take steps to become more efficient, cut waste, utilise responsible materials and protect the broader world that is our home. It is important that we are guided by the anthem, which prompts us to be committed to the cause of green rather than just positioning our business as green and getting driven by trends or marketing, rather than the principles of going green.

It is said that ‘Green Earns Greens’, this is to say that being environment-friendly gives you an edge in the business world as well! Adapting sustainability practices can help you win the hearts of your customers. Plus, going green is one of the ways to attract people to do business with you. When your business makes use of the current green technology and practices, your company can be seen as a progressive one. This good image will also give you access to more markets.

Plus, it also saves you money—less expenses, more profit is a key to ensure a successful venture. You may not readily notice it, but sustainable practices do help you save money. For example, implementing environmental policies as simple as switching off the lights when you do not need them cuts your electricity bill. Using less paper (you do not even have to go totally paperless) in the office also means money and trees saved. If you manufacture goods, then you can turn waste products into money. Of course, there’s the tried and tested Reduce, Reuse, Recycle to implement as well.

Last, but not the least, going green is good for you—green practices are not all for the good of your business; they also have a lot of good things for you. For one, it can help you stay fit and healthy. Try biking or walking to work at least twice a week and notice how many pounds you will lose in a month. Activities like gardening can serve as your outlet to help you reduce the stress that you get from running a company. And we all know what the good effects of being healthy are—you will have a sound mind and body that will make you more efficient as a businessman.

Are you still letting green limit you rather than liberate you?

TIs Green LImItInG or LIberatInG You?

Archana Tiwari-Nayudu [email protected]

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CONTENTS

9 EDITORIAL Is Green Limiting Or Liberating You?

SpeciAl FocuS: pollution control

All pollutants are harmful, some in a lesser amount and some in a quantifiable toxic amount. Such toxins’ sources are capable of creating havoc at any given point of time. The following list of sources contains industries that contribute significantly to toxic pollution problems, but are unquantifiable because of lack of data.

NEWS, VIEWS & ANALYSIS36 Latest Happenings In The World Of Manufacturing

AuTOMATION TRENDS94 Direct Part Mark Considerations Optimising Automated Manufacturing Lines’ Performance

ENERGY MANAGEMENT96 Expert Opinion Indian Power Sector: Roadmap For Bright Prospects

Top Five Toxic Pollutant Sources Drinking And Breathing Toxins

NEWS ANALYSIS42 India Inclusive Innovation Fund Encouraging Innovations At Grassroots

TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATIONS43 Technology update Cutting-edge Solutions

iN coNverSATioN WiTh

‘2012 was a great year of achievements!’ Dr Vijay Kumar Saraswat, Scientific Adviser to Defence Minister & Secretary, Department of Defence R&D

pg 44

‘The water heater market is growing at 8–10% per annum in India’ Mathew Job, MD, Racold Thermo

pg 50

l Special Focus: Steell Insights & Outlook: Infrastructure

PRODuCT uPDATE110 General Products Rolling Out The Best In Class

150 EVENTS’ LIST

Pollution ControlSpeciAl FocuS

58 The Plague Of Noise Pollution Music Is Our Culture,

Noise Is Not!

62 Water Pollution Swimming In Sewage

68 Top 10 Polluting Industrial Sectors Point Sources Of Pollution

72 Advanced Pollution Control Techniques

Curing & Controlling Pollution Levels

76 Major Companies’ Initiatives Helping Industries Breathe Easy

78 States’ Initiatives Spearheading The Anti-pollution

Drive

Green Manufacturing

producT updATe

coNTeNTS

SpeciAlS iN ThiS iSSue

160 ADVERTISERS’ LIST Advertisers’ List In Chronological Order

152 PRODuCT INDEx Alphabetical Listing Of Products Presented In The Issue

iNSighTS & ouTlook

86 Green Algae Biofuel A Game Changer In Energy Generation

88 IT & Manufacturing Earning Green Profits

90 Green Equipment Machining The Sustainability Way

92 Green Initiatives Striking The Green Chord

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POLICIES & REGuLATIONS98 Policy Considerations For upcoming Budget Making India’s Growth Sustainable

104 FIEO’s Pre-Budget Proposals An Attempt To Bridge The Widening Trade Gap

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NEWS, ViEWS & ANAlySiSL a t e s t h a p p e n i n g s i n t h e w o r L d o f M a n u f a c t u r i n g

Navratna defence PSU Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Elbit Systems Electro-optics-Elop of Israel to jointly produce Compact Multi Purpose Advance Stabilisation System (CoMPASS) for Naval helicopter applications, at Aero India, the 9th international exhibition on aerospace, defence and civil aviation being held at Air Force Station Yelahanka in Bengaluru.

CoMPASS is a day-and-night surveillance system that includes a colour TV daylight camera, 3rd Generation 3-5 µm FLIR sensor, Laser

Target Designator and Rangefinder (LTDRF) and automatic tracking capabilities. It also has command and control capabilities. It is distinguished by a wide variety of interfaces, enabling integration with various aircraft/helicopter systems, such as Mission Computer, fire control, radar, GPS, data downlink and helmet-mounted tracking systems. Its small dimensions, low weight, high level of stabilisation and coverage angles make it an optimal choice for long-range, day-and-night surveillance, target tracking, fire control applications and search and rescue.

Power solutions company Jakson Power Solutions and diesel engines maker Cummins have launched the first global training centre and service facility in Greater Noida. The facility has been set up to provide training to engineers and technicians on a broad range of Cummins products. The training will provide these professionals with the necessary technical expertise and skill development to compete globally. With a range of service solutions for Cummins and Jakson customers, the facility is expected to annually train approximately 1,000 engineers and technicians.

Pamela Carter, President –Distribution Business, Cummins Inc, said, “Designed to impart knowledge and understanding of the latest technologies and products that are increasingly equipped with advanced features, the centre is in line with Cummins’ service strategy in India that aims at continuous enhancement of service capabilities to serve customers most dependably.” Sameer Gupta, MD, Jakson Power Solutions, added, “Jakson has a over 30-year-old relationship with Cummins. This is an effective step in taking this relationship to a new level.”

General Electric Co (GE) has appointed Banmali Agrawala as President & CEO of GE’s business operations in India. The decision was announced by John Rice, Vice Chairman, GE.

Agrawala’s appointment will be effective from April 1, 2013. All GE’s business leaders in the country, including GE’s energy businesses, will report directly to Banmali, who will report to Rice.

Commenting on the occasion, Rice said, “India is a key market for GE, one where we have been doing business for over a hundred years. Our businesses in India have grown significantly in the past three years. I am confident that Banmali will build on that good work; we are optimistic about India and see plenty of opportunities for growth across all our main businesses.”

Before joining GE, Banmali was employed with Tata Power Co Ltd, where he was the Executive Director for Strategy and Business Development. He also served on the company’s Board of Directors.

BEL & ELBit SyStEmS Sign an moU

CUmminS & JakSon SEt Up training CEntrE in grEatEr noida

Recently speaking at the CII National Conference on ‘Emerging Opportunities for the Capital Goods Industry’ in New Delhi, PK Agrawal, Chief Administrative Officer, Central Organisation For Modernisation of Workshops (COFMOW), Ministry of Railways, said that Railways are annually sourcing over `50,000 crore of goods, 96% of which is from indigenous sources. Of these, `10,000 crore is from the capital goods industry, in terms of machine tools, rolling stocks for modernisation and expansion.

Giving the magnitude of sourcing that Indian Railways are contemplating in the future, he said, “Our target is to earn revenue to the tune of 3% of GDP over the next eight years, increasing it from the present level of 1.2% of GDP.

This, in its wake, would create a huge opportunity for the Indian industry to increase its supplies to Indian Railways, adding that the Railways these days is increasingly sourcing machine tools, equipment, coaches, locomotives, etc., from the private sector.

Besides, these, the rapid growth of metros in various parts of the country would create additional demand. He wanted the private industry to increase their capacities, adhere to quality norms and maintain a strict price tag to reap the benefits of these developments. In the 12th Plan, the projected defence sector could create demand to the tune of `200,000 crore.

In the next two five year plans, going by the year on year procurement of capital goods, which is estimated at 13.8%, budgetary allocation for capital goods would swell to `38.9 lakh crore.

`250,000 Cr dEfEnCE and raiLway invEStmEnt Up

for graBS for CapitaL goodS

BanmaLi agrawaLa appointEd aS prESidEnt & CEo of gE india

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International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) has released the newly revised Mobile Hydraulic Mechanic (MHM), Mobile Hydraulic Technician (MHT), and Connector and Conductor (CC) Certification Tests including new study manuals for each certification. The certification requires successful completion of a three-hour written and a three-hour job performance (hands-on) test. IFPS members may download complimentary study manuals, while non-members may purchase the manuals.

“IFPS strives to keep pace with changing fluid power and motion control technologies; panels of subject matter experts have been hard at work revising these certifications,” said Mark Perry, President – CFPS, IFPS, adding, “Many companies and individuals have spent countless hours researching and re-constructing these certifications to contain the most complete coverage of technologies relevant to the fluid power industry.”

The International Fluid Power Society is the only organisation that

provides comprehensive technical certification offerings for all professionals in the fluid power and motion control industry. Beginning with the first Fluid Power Hydraulic Specialist Certification in 1980, the IFPS has become the recognised industry leader in fluid power and motion control certifications. Around 23 different certifications are currently offered. These certifications cover diverse job descriptions within the industry including mechanic, technician, specialist and engineer.

ifpS annoUnCES rEviSEd CErtifiCation proCESS

Bad news on the macroeconomic front continued to pour with the industrial output in December decreasing 0.6% on the heels of a 0.8% decline (revised from 0.1%) the month before. To further add to the gloom, consumer price inflation climbed to 10.79% in January, up from 10.56% in December. Rural consumer inflation rose to 10.88% from 10.74% month-on-month and urban inflation climbed to 10.73% from 10.42%. The consumer durables sector declined 8.2% in December, compared with a 5.1% growth during December 2011.

The consumer goods sector declined 4.2%, compared to 10.1% year-on-year. Monthly sales of passenger cars, another key indicator of consumer sentiment, have fallen in five out of the last six months. Industry body SIAM has said that even the flat to 1% growth forecast for the current financial year will not be met. Recently, the Central Statistical Office (CSO) has estimated India’s GDP growth for FY13 at a decade low of 5%, a number hotly disputed by the Finance Ministry.

Courtesy: www.moneycontrol.com

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dECEmBEr iip to -0.6%State-run BHEL informed that it has bagged a `2,854 crore contract for setting up a 1,980-MW thermal power project in Bihar. The company, in a statement, informed, “BHEL has bagged a contract for the supply of Steam Generator Package for three coal-fired thermal units of 660 MW each. The order has been placed by Nabinagar Power Generation Company Ltd.” Nabinagar Power Generation Company Ltd is a joint venture of NTPC Ltd and Bihar State Electricity Board for this project. The other major contracts involving supply of supercritical sets—which are energy-efficient and environment-friendly—presently under the execution by BHEL include Barh Project of NTPC, Bara Project of Prayagraj Power Generating Company Ltd (a part of Jaypee Group) and Singrauli project of Dainik Bhaskar Power Ltd, among others.

Courtesy: www.moneycontrol.com

BHEL aCqUirES `2,854 CrorE ContraCt from BiHar

The Indian carbon fibre composites market is poised for extensive growth and expects to reach US$53 million by 2018. The industrial market is expected to witness strong growth, followed by the aerospace segment. Consumer goods market expects to post slow growth between 2013 and 2018. Carbon fibre composites are increasingly being used in a host of new industrial applications where material cost is secondary to performance, high strength and reduced weight considerations. Composite Insights, a leading global custom and syndicated research firm, has analysed the Indian market for carbon fibres & carbon fibre composites and presents its findings in ‘Growth Opportunities in Indian Carbon Fiber Composites

Market: 2013–2018’.The research indicates the future

growth of the Indian carbon fibre composites market will be driven by various industrial applications. To meet the surging demand from various customers for highly valued intermediate material, including prepregs, many companies have recently increased their focus on the Indian market. For instance, Toho Tenax has announced it will develop and market carbon fibre fabrics for India’s composite industry in collaboration with Hindustan Technical Fabrics. Kemrock Industries and Exports, has commissioned India’s first carbon fibre manufacturing facility in Vadodara, Gujarat.

indian CarBon fiBrE CompoSitES markEt to rEaCH $53 miLLion By 2018



World’s largest pump manufacturer, Grundfos Pumps, announced its plans to expand its production capacity to double by setting up an additional unit. As part of the expansion plans, with an initiative of making India as the second home; the company plans to invest of `230 crore in the next five years.

According to Carsten Bjerg, Group President, Grundfos Pumps “The turnover of Grundfos is €3.5 billion (`252 billion crore) globally. With the turnover of `318 crore in 2012; we are planning for two full fledged production units in Chennai with 1,000 job creations in the next five years in India.”

Bjerg added that the establishment of the R&D section will cater to the Indian specific market, which will come into being in the next two years supplying their demands. On the costing front, Grundfos prioritises on the best quality, which fetches long-term savings rather than minimising the cost and compromising throughout. Grundfos is expanding its horizons.

According to NK Ranganath, MD, Grundfos India, “Grundfos, currently has 55 distributors and over 140 dealers across the country. It is in the process of expanding the distributors and dealership network to boost the sales.”

Oil & Natural Gas Corporation Ltd (ONGC) has received global recognition. The state-run oil and gas major was named in the 386th position in the Newsweek Green Rankings of 2012 Global 500 list. This is a major honour for ONGC given that it is only among a select group of global oil majors that feature in the list, which was published last October. Given that the oil and gas sector is not considered a very environment-friendly sector, as it tends to cause pollution, this achievement by ONGC is quite remarkable.

Boeing underscored the strength of its commitment to expand its partnerships in India to become the aerospace company of choice in this important market. Company executives at the Aero India 2013 trade show in Bengaluru further emphasised that local presence, collaboration and integration are key to Boeing’s success in India, and that the company is uniquely positioned to offer Indian customers the best in technology, capability and support.

“We are investing in collaborations and partnerships with the Indian industry and academia to jointly harness the full potential of India and Boeing,” said Prat Kumar, President, Boeing India, adding, “This winning relationship will provide a fantastic opportunity to build a strong future for India’s aerospace industry. India is also an important customer, and we are here to remain responsive to our commercial and defence customers’ requirements. We are definitely here for the long term.”

“The induction of Boeing P-8I and C-17 aircraft and Harpoon missiles in India’s fleet will significantly enhance the country’s maritime surveillance, anti-submarine warfare and airlift

capabilities,” said Dennis Swanson, Vice President – International Business Development, Boeing Defense, Space & Security. “Boeing is focused on delivering its commitments to India’s Ministry of Defence, Indian Navy and Indian Air Force and looks forward to a closer partnership in 2013 and beyond.”

Boeing is on track to deliver three P-8I long-range maritime reconnaissance & anti-submarine aircraft to the Indian Navy in 2013 and the remaining five by 2015. IAF will receive five C-17 Globemaster III airlifters in 2013 & five in 2014.

Boeing has proposed its AH-64 Apache to become the Indian Air Force’s next attack helicopter, and submitted its H-47 Chinook for the heavy-lift helicopter competition. Boeing offers a broad portfolio of products and services that could meet India’s future requirements, including vertical lift, support and training, unmanned systems and network-centric operations.

A Boeing Analysis & Experimentation Centre in Bengaluru provides defence experimentation and decision support services to the Indian Armed Forces.

grUndfoS pUmpS to invESt `230 CrorE in india

Honda Motor has chalked out plans to build a new assembly plant in Thailand and expand the current plant to deal with high demand. Honda believe its sales in Thailand this year will be relatively stable at around 200,000 vehicles.

According to Hiroshi Kobayashi, President, Asian Honda Motor, Honda will invest 17.15 billion Baht ($570 million) to build its second assembly plant in Prachin Buri Province in eastern Thailand to meet higher demand in both domestic and international markets, particularly for smaller cars.

The new plant will produce subcompact models, while the existing plant in Ayutthaya Province will be expanded to produce more compact and bigger models, Kobayashi added.

The new plant is expected to become operational in April 2015, while the Ayutthaya plant—which has recovered from a severe flood in 2011—will complete its expansion next year. Production at the two plants could reach 420,000 vehicles a year in 2015, Kobayashi stated.

Honda to BUiLd nEw aSSEmBLy pLant in tHaiLand

ongC rECEivES gLoBaL rECognition, BagS 386tH Spot

in grEEn rankingS

BoEing ExtEndS itS HandS to india’S growing aEroSpaCE indUStry



Heavy Engineering Corp (HEC) Ltd plans to increase the share of manufacturing in its overall revenue base. “We will invest `750 crore over the next four years to adopt the latest technologies, thereby taking a step to shed the technological obsolescence we suffered in the past. This will also help improve our capacity. We are also on course to raise the share of manufacturing by 25–30 % this year,” said R Misra, CMD, HEC. With a high average age of 56–57 years, its workforce also required injection of young recruits to take it forward. HEC is executing orders from three large 2,000-tonne mining machines for Coal India each costing around `150 crore, which are being installed at Northern Coalfields.

India has witnessed a growth of 10.9% in capital investments in manufacturing over 2004–11. Manufacturing has accounted for nearly 15.4% of the GDP in FY 2011–12, belying its immense actual potential. If India is to supersede the current advanced economies, the capital investments in manufacturing automation should touch $2,000 million by 2016. With this as a backgrounder, Automation Industry Association (AIA) and Messe München International India (MMI India) organised the India Automation Technology Fair (IATF) 2013, a premier Asian B2B event, held in Mumbai from February 1–3, 2013. With participations of global majors like Siemens, L&T, Rockwell, Emerson, Hitachi, Chemtrols, B&R Automation, Chemtrols etc, IATF, the mega event, has ended on a successful note. The event had contributions from companies showcasing emerging technologies in electrical automation,

mechanical automation, robotics, machine vision, assembly & material handling systems, sensors, controllers, actuators, communication devices, HMI, software, simulation, training, and a host of interface and supporting sub-systems that would enhance the effectiveness of automation investment. The event also provided insights into the current trends, new & emerging technologies, their impact, sustainable and environment-friendly products, technologies as well as global best practices in the automation industry.

According to K Nandakumar, President, Automation Industry Association (AIA), AIA brought together for the first time, all the leading automation technology players in the country for a common and customer focused cause. The association’s primary aim was to increase knowledge and awareness levels when it comes to cutting-edge automation technologies.

Global investment banking major Goldman Sachs believes that the long-term potential growth rate of the Indian economy is 7%, and this could be notably higher provided the reform process gains momentum.

“Although we feel the current long-term potential growth rate of the economy is 7%, this could be notably higher if the reform process were to

gain momentum,” Goldman Sachs said in a research note.

According to the research note, India is expected to clock 6.5% real growth in 2013, which would rise to 7.2% in 2014 and further to 7.5% in 2016. India had been growing at an impressive 9% before the global financial meltdown pulled growth down to 6.7% in 2008–09.

HEC to invESt `750 CrorE to UpgradE tECHnoLogy

Inaugurating the two-day NAVARMS–2013, the third international seminar and exhibition on naval armaments jointly organised by CII and Indian Navy, Hon’ble Defence Minister AK Antony said that the Offset Policy has enabled greater participation of the Defence industry in India. The revised offset guidelines, which came into effect from August last year, include multipliers to incentivise investment in MSME and facilitate technology acquisition. The need to strengthen the monitoring mechanism for the implementation of offsets has been addressed by establishing the Defence Offset Monitoring Wing under the Defence Acquisition Council. “I hope that offset as a mechanism will be fully utilised by the private industry in conjunction with the foreign collaborations, towards armament indigenisation and manufacturing,” he added.

The Defence Minister said that the government has been keen to encourage the industry to realign its business process for strategic alliances and joint ventures while stepping up the R&D efforts to remain globally competitive, especially in critical technology areas. The Minister added that the introduction of “Buy and Make (Indian)” category in the Defence Procurement Procedure is another step in this direction and has been designed to enhance indigenisation. “With the opening up of the defence sector in India to 100% and Indian private sector participation with FDI permissible upto 26%, I hope to see the industry gradually assuming the role of system integrator and manufacturer of complete defence equipment and systems,” the Defence Minister added. He reiterated that India should spend more on R&D.

SpEnd morE on r&d: dEfEnCE miniStEr adviSES indUStry

india’S Long-tErm growtH potEntiaL may ExCEEd 7%: goLdman SaCHS

indUStriaL aUtomation markEt ExpECtEd to toUCH $2,000 miLLion mark By 2016

IndIa InclusIve InnovatIon Fund


ccording to the Hon’ble President of India Shri Pranab Mukherjee, India has an estimated 5,000 small and medium scale

regional industry clusters, which are unable to utilise their full potential and whose productivity needs to be optimised. Additionally, in India, there are about 4 million SMEs registered with the government of which only 4–5% is able to secure financial support through institutional funding. Therefore, the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises has created an ‘India Inclusive Innovation Fund,’ to cater to the credit requirements of the bottom of the pyramid enterprises, among Micro, Small and Medium

Enterprises (MSMEs). Explaining the modalities of

the initiative Vivek Rae, Secretary, Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises highlighted that this would be a `5,000 crore fund, and initially, a corpus fund of `500 crore will be set aside. In the initial fund, the government will contribute `100 crore, while banks and financial institutions will chip in the remaining sum. The scheme, which would be operational within three months, would take the equity stake in companies at the bottom of the pyramid and promote venture capital among MSMEs.

The slaTed impacT SMEs are playing a critical role in driving the country’s economic progress. Currently, the sector accounts for 8% of the country’s GDP, 95% of overall industrial units, 45% of manufacturing output and 40% of all exports of the country. Commenting on the move, VK Bansal, Executive Director, Global Small & Medium Businesses Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Services,

elaborates, “Broadly, the government is majorly trying to address the needs of startup ventures, which bring forth some new and innovative ideas so that the poor and underprivileged benefit from them.” “India is already scoring high in

terms of IT and ITeS activities,” and the move is expected to further enhance its strength in this sector, he adds.

However, Bansal cautions, “We need to have a practical approach. Since this fund is primarily meant to financially support an innovative

concept, we need to think about how our regulator will react if any innovative concept, which is subject to high risk, is demonstrated before them.”

Over a period of time, banks have emerged as the largest financial supporters of SMEs in the country. However, due to the absence of proper communication channels to interested borrowers, SMEs remain unaware of the various sector-friendly schemes offered from the institution. Highlighting this aspect, Rae expresses concern that MSMEs faced financial exclusion from the banking system, despite detailed guidelines by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to banks on disbersal of credit to MSMEs, being in place. Rae favoured

increasing the penetration of MSMEs in the banking system and called for imposing accountability.

indusTry associaTions lead from The fronTRecently, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has submitted its Pre-Budget Memorandum for MSMEs, with the government and other stakeholders. Requesting for a comprehensive package for MSMEs, CII has outlined a 10-point agenda for MSMEs. Further, Global Small & Medium Businesses Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Services plans to open centres across the country. Each centre will have a team of experts, which will guide prospective borrowers in terms of securing finances from authorised agencies; more importantly, the services will be free of charge. Such moves will encourage innovations and, in the process, enhance the competitiveness of the Indian MSME sector.

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With an aim to promote innovations at the grassroots level and improve the competitiveness & efficiency of smes in india, the government is working towards creating an ‘india inclusive innovation fund,’ with a total corpus of `5,000 crore. Initially, `500 crore will be made available under the scheme, which will be operational within three months. Given that the business activities in this sector are heavily dependent on credit, this move will also come in handy to support the sector’s financial requirements.

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esearchers from the University of Oslo have used a bunch of ‘wonderful tricks’ to produce

silicon solar cells that are 20 times thinner than commercial solar cells. This breakthrough means that solar cells can be produced using 95% less silicon, thereby reducing production costs considerably—while increasing profits, and reducing the cost of solar power installations. Standard, commercial photovoltaic solar cells are fashioned out of 0.2 mm wafers of silicon, which are sliced from a large block of silicon. This equates to around 5 gm of silicon per watt of solar power, and also a lot of wastage—roughly half of the silicon block is turned into sawdust by the slicing process.

Reducing the thickness of solar cells obviously makes a lot of sense from

a commercial point of view, but it introduces another issue: as the wafer gets thinner, more light passes straight through the silicon, dramatically reducing the amount of electricity produced by the photovoltaic effect.

This is due to the wavelengths: Blue light, which has a short wavelength (450 nm), can be captured by a very thin wafer of silicon but red light, with a longer wavelength (750 nm),

can only be captured by thicker slabs of silicon. This is partly a reason why current solar cells use silicon wafers that are around 0.2 mm—and also why they are mirrored, which doubles the effective thickness, allowing them to capture more of the visible spectrum.

In essence, researchers at the University of Oslo have devised methods for trapping those longer wavelengths, even when the silicon wafers are just 10 micrometres thick. The first trick is using microbeads— uniformly sized very small plastic spheres that create an almost perfect periodic pattern on the silicon. These beads force the sunlight to ‘move sideways’, increasing the apparent thickness of the silicon by 25 times.

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oise pollution can be reduced with the help of structural solutions; we have all seen

noise barriers along busy roads & train lines, and there are special acoustic structural components—so-called sound absorbers—which are used inside buildings to keep noise levels down. But there’s a problem. The construction components used till date may well be effective at reducing noise, but they are not often very functional. Scientists at the Fraunhofer Institute for Building Physics (IBP) are working

on new solutions. “One of the main aspects

we are focusing on developing is microperforated construction components. This technology is suitable for all types of materials and enables the production of multifunctional, visually appealing sound absorbers that can be used for a flexible range of applications,” explained Prof Dr Philip Leistner, Acting Institute Director and Head – Acoustics Department, IBP. Microperforated absorbers consist of membranes or sheets that have been perforated with a multitude of tiny holes or slits.

When sound waves strike the surface as oscillating air molecules,

friction is generated between the air in motion and the edge of the miniscule openings. It is this loss of energy that results in the sound being absorbed. The only prerequisite is that there is an air chamber located behind the openings, to allow the molecules to continue oscillating once they have passed through, as otherwise, the sound would simply be reflected. Depending on the material, the holes are drilled, punched or pricked. “Above all, it is a question of cost efficiency,” said Prof Leistner, adding, “When it comes to ensuring the manufacturing process is cost-effective, it is important to realise that not all methods are equally well suited for every material.” It goes without saying that despite all the advantages they offer, sound absorbers must also remain affordable. Stuttgart staff and their industrial partners have already worked together to develop a whole generation of market-ready microperforated acoustic construction components.

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ur conversation had just begun when both his mobile phones were abuzz with text messages and calls congratulating him

for winning the Padma Bhushan. The wait was finally over, and the efforts were being recognised. Dr Saraswat, Dr Sivathanu Pillai, DS & CCR&D and CEO BrahMos have been honoured with the Padma Bhushan, while Shri Avinash Chander, Distinguished Scientist and Chief Control Research

& Development (Missiles & Strategic Systems) by the Padma Shri. Despite

this giant leap of success, Dr Saraswat was modest enough to give full credit to DRDO. “Since the past four years,

we did not receive any, but this year, we got the max…. three … the full credit goes to the whole DRDO team,” he exclaims! Overjoyed with the success, an elated Dr Saraswat speaks about the growth of defence research over the years, DRDO’s projects & achievements and how the organisation is working towards making significant contributions to change the lives of civilians. Excerpts…

Defence research then anD now….Looking back, from the early 70s, i.e., when I joined, to today, I must say that India has certainly come a long way in the area of defence research. To express this in terms of ratings, I would say that around when I joined, I would rate defence research 3 out of 10; but today, I would say that it could be given a rating of 8 out of 10. This revised rating is substantiated by the number of products and technologies it has developed. Missiles, aircraft, tanks guns, underwater system, bridging system & life sciences development for our Armed Forces in the most difficult terrains…today, there is no field where

it has not delivered. Our technologies such as missile

technology, UAV, aircraft (4th generation), integrated resonance, self-guided bombs, class cockpit, single engine, which not many aircraft in the world possess, MBT Arjuna—the most accurate and reliable system—are at par with the best existing systems.

2012: the year of achievements The year 2012 was one of the major

2012 was a great year of achievements!“we have collaborated with countries like russia, france, Germany and south Korea for design and development,” avers Dr vijay Kumar saraswat, Scientific Adviser to Defence Minister & Secretary, Department of Defence R&D, during an interaction with suprita anupam. excerpts...

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years of achievement for us. The Self Reliance Index (SRI) of our products increased from 30% to 55% as per the economic analysis done by an independent agency. Agni V led the success from the front, while Light Combat Aircraft (LCA)—with more than 2,000 successful flights—boosted it. Additionally, we have found great success in terms of payload and performance.

icBm vs. sLBmsWe have a programme called K15, in which we have developed submarine launch missiles. While the missiles’ range might be different, our technology capability is comparable to the best. We have developed the range based on our requirements. Hence, in accordance with our threat profile, we are self-sufficient and do not need to compete with other countries for the same.

DrDo’s contriBUtion to the civiL sectorsIn the last two years, 26 technologies, developed at DRDO have gone to the civil sectors such as prosthesis. For instance, the Biodigestor is one of our famous technologies, which has been adopted by Indian Railways. Similarly, we have prepared a mosquito repellent crème, techniques practicing agriculture at high altitudes and developed food preservation techniques to preserve food for one year.

Additionally, we have successfully introduced an ahaar system, as per which chapati and daal can be served at `17; this scheme is beneficial for those living below the poverty line. In a nutshell, there are many technologies that we have contributed for the benefit of the civil sector.

HuRDleS & CHAllengeS @DRDOI would prefer to say that there are

challenges and not hurdles, such as to enter into the next reel of weapon systems.

recentLy, DrDo coLLaBorateD with yorK University. what is the aGenDa UnDer the memoranDUm of UnDerstanDinG?We are working on detection of chemical agents in a closed environment, as most of the high-tech buildings today—be it a biotechnology or nanotechnology laboratory or even strategic mission control centres, launch control centres, strategic war rooms or strategic laboratory—maintain a highly clean environment. In such an environment, the propensity of any agent to attack is very high. Introducing airflow ducts chemicals could be one way of doing it. Moreover, with the environment being closed,

it can poison the whole room, thereby affecting all the occupants. We, at DRDO, are working towards developing a technology that can detect and immediately cure its proliferation.

any sUch coLLaBoration in the pipeLine?Yes, we are pursuing collaboration on Defence Technology Management (DTM) with Schulich

School of Management under York University. We are in talks with them through our own wing ITM to enhance the defence skills in future.

projects in the pipeLine…We are working on many projects such as Rustum II, EW programme, UAV, MBT II, multimode radar development, long range radar development and 155/52 mm gun, which we have recently initiated, among others.

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Proud projectsBeing the DRDO Chief, for me, all the projects are like my children. However, since I have been working on missiles, for the last four decades, it excited me much more. Nonetheless, in the last four years, I have started developing an interest in aircraft—LCAs, UAVs and even EW systems. Hence, I find all innovations quite exciting.

Your inspirationsInspirations come from challenges. Challenges such as, when I see Rustum can fly for 6 hours or AGNI V can deliver MIRVs or, in future, MBTs can negotiate with the most difficult terrains, lightest tank with all its abilities to fire, I am inspired to work to achieve more. Anything that I find technologically complex is exciting and equally challenging.

What interests you? Working on missiles

Sport you enjoy?I play all games. But I enjoy playing cricket the most. I have played cricket at the university level.

All-time favourite book? I love reading. The book titled ‘Fountainhead’ by Ayn Rand is my all-time favourite.

Music & MoviesI love listening to Carnatic & Indian classical music as well as old Hindi songs. Among musical instruments, I love to play the keyboard and banjo. Among movies, it is difficult to choose one; but if I have to choose one, it would be ‘Safar’.

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How mucH does Ariston tHermo benefit from rAcold Group?Racold is the flagship brand of the US$1.8-billion Ariston Thermo Group of Italy for India. For our parent company, India is one of the

main focus countries; it has been designated as a Rapid Development Country (RDC). India currently contributes around 4–5% of the total global turnover and is expected to increase its contribution substantially

in the next 2–3 years. Racold, as a brand, is only available in India

wHy indiA?India has been one of the fastest growing economies in the last decade. The country’s market potential and growth make it a very important market. We bring in world-class technologies to Indian consumers and keep on elevating the benchmarks in terms of products and service deliveries. This compels local players to constantly realign themselves to keep up the pace. Overall, it helps in offering better products and services to the end customers. Ariston brings international expertise, world-class technologies and a global perspective to its Indian subsidiary—Racold—and the local market as well.

mAntrA of tHe compAnyRacold is one of the most reputed brands in the industry and has pioneered technologies in water heating solutions that are relevant and meaningful to our customers. We bring in our international expertise to provide the best to our customers. Racold, as a brand, is synonymous with breakthrough innovation, premium quality and complete customer satisfaction. Apart from best in class products, we also have a 5,000-strong dealer network and strong after sales service network across

175 towns in India, that help us deliver an unparalleled customer experience.

cAterinG to sAfety And environmentAl concerns Our products are certified by

the water heater market is growing at 8–10% per annum in india

“over 1.6 million units of electric water heaters are sold in india each year, with a market size of `600 crore,” informs mathew Job, md, racold thermo, during a tête-à-tête with prateek sur. excerpts…

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international safety authority, the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), which is the world’s leading organisation that prepares and publishes international standards for all electrical, electronic and related technologies. They provide ‘S’ mark, which stands for safety.

In terms of environment initiatives, we are the only water heater company in India, which has been awarded the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) award for three consecutive years in the water heaters category. This award is given to the most significant manufacturer in the category, which makes star-rated products and contributes towards energy conservation. Across our lines of products, we have 5-star rated products, which are the most energy efficient. We have also been awarded the best performing manufacturer in solar water heater installations by the Ministry for New and Renewable Energy.

current trends, demAnds, cHAllenGes And emerGinG opportunitiesThe market for water heaters is growing at a pace of 8–10 % per annum in the country. If you look at

the penetration of the category, it is still low at around 10%. This signifies that there is immense potential for the category to grow. With the disposable income in the Indian households going up, the penetration is definitely going to increase. It is also pertinent

to note that water heater ownership is not restricted to a single unit in a household, but has the potential of multiple units, which expands the scope of the category. As a brand, we see a lot of opportunities and hence, we plan to double our business in the next 2–3 years. However, it is important to note that electricity shortages and frequent outages are major constraints for higher penetration of electric water heaters, especially in Tier II and Tier III towns.

In solar, government subsidies and growing awareness of the category is going to propel the growth of the market. Also, better infrastructure and piped water facility in rural India would drive solar water heaters’ penetration further. We are one of the few companies with major presence in all the three market segments viz., electrical, solar and gas water heaters. Thus, we are uniquely positioned to strengthen our market leadership going forward.

mArket size And sAles/GrowtH rAte proJected in 2012–13Over 1.6 million units of electric water heaters are sold in India each year, with a market size of `600 crore. As stated earlier, this market is growing 8–10% per year. While the market size for solar water heaters is approximately `500 crore and is growing at 10–12 % per annum, the gas water heater market is around `100 crore. Racold has a share of approximately 25% of the total water heater market. The growth rates in electric water heaters are expected to be constant at 7–8%. In solar, we expect higher growth for the industry (~12%) in the coming years considering the growing awareness among consumers of the energy savings benefits and environment-friendly aspect of solar water heaters. Moreover, government subsidies are also encouraging solar water heater penetration.

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Mathew Job is an Electrical and Electronics Engineer by qualification. After completing his MBA from the Indian Institute of Management, Kolkata, Mathew joined Philips Electronics India Ltd in 1994 as a Management Trainee. During his 15-year stint with Philips, Mathew worked in various positions in Sales and Marketing both in India and abroad. His last position with Philips was as Senior Marketing Director where he led the marketing function for the company’s lighting business. Mathew was responsible for launching the highly successful decorative lighting business in India and also set up Philips Lighting’s strong rural distribution structure. During his stint as Marketing Head, Mathew was responsible for various new initiatives that helped accelerate the growth of Philips Lighting business in India.Subsequently, in November 2009, Mathew joined Grohe India Pvt Ltd, the wholly owned Indian subsidiary of the leading German sanitary fittings company. During his two-year tenure as the company’s MD, Mathew was responsible for more than tripling the company’s business and for firmly establishing Grohe as India’s fastest growing company in the industry.In February 2012, Mathew joined Racold Thermo Ltd as the Country Manager and was subsequently appointed the company’s MD. In this role, he oversees the company’s entire commercial and industrial activities in India.

PassionGiving my absolute best in whatever I do

HobbiesReading

MentorI have learnt a lot from my grandparents, parents and my previous colleagues. I do not want to name one person, specifically because there are many from whom I have learnt a lot.

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Top Five Toxic polluTanT SourceS: Drinking and Breathing Toxins .................................54

The plague oF noiSe polluTion: Music is our culture, noise is not! ..............................56

WaTer polluTion: Swimming in Sewage ..................................................................................62

Top 10 polluTing inDuSTrial SecTorS: point Sources of pollution ..................................68

aDvanceD polluTion conTrol TechniqueS: curing & controlling pollution levels ...72

Major coMpanieS’ iniTiaTiveS: helping industries Breathe easy ............................................76

STaTeS’ iniTiaTiveS: Spearheading The anti-pollution Drive .......................................................78


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Petrochemical ProcessingPetrochemicals are chemical products derived from petroleum or other fossil fuels, and refer to a wide array of chemicals like those used in adhesives, carpeting, cosmetics, paint, rubber, fabrics, fertilisers and plastics. Petrochemical processing is particularly unique as fossil fuels such as oil & natural gas are used to create the building blocks of these chemicals. As a result, petrochemical processing is habitually done in oil producing regions and happens alongside other oil refining processes.

Pollution from oil usage and production is normally beyond the scope of laymen, but due to the globally pervasive nature of this industry and the number of sites impacted by oil pollution, this becomes a prime polluting agent. Pollution from petrochemical processing and production exposes more than 2.2 million people. The petrochemical sites are largely polluted by untreated wastewater and sludge being disposed of in surface water sites. Untreated waste from petrochemical sites can contain highly toxic pollutants and

is tightly regulated. Majority of contamination occurs by lead, but a large array of chemicals is also responsible. These include cadmium, mercury, volatile organic compounds, Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) and oil or petroleum products. Its health impacts include neurological damage, lung irritation and disease & forms of cancer.

electronic Waste recyclingE-waste, a mixture of different materials, is a complicated amalgamation of metals, chemicals and plastics. These make it a unique stream of waste that require specialised solutions. Many components contain a mix of heavy metals and chemicals like PCBs & brominated flame-retardants. The waste must be dismantled and the components extracted before recycling or disposal can take place. Many methods used, even in formal e-waste disposal sites, are unsafe and release hazardous elements. Recycling operations have exposed open burning and dismantling of waste, cracking of cathode ray tubes containing high levels of lead & unsafe dumping of waste products. These processes release large amounts of toxins into the air where they are inhaled by e-waste workers and settle on the surrounding environment. Pollutants found in polluted e-waste sites include lead, chromium, cadmium & PCBs. These pollutants cause neurological damage, lung irritation and disease and forms of cancer.

Increasingly, countries like China and India are creating laws to regulate the flow of e-waste imports; however, there is still a vast market of illegal e-waste dumping and processing that is beyond the realm of regulation. Many companies have laws against the export of e-waste, but some companies have found a loophole in the same and started exporting e-waste under the name of ‘working products’ and the low-income countries also import them in the name of ‘donations’. This has created a deluge of e-waste in these nations. These wastes are usually burned to recover some of the materials or dumped. As the countries have no infrastructure to support recycling, these are potentially harming the environment.

heavy industryHeavy industry refers to metal casting, stamping or rolling production processes that create very large sized and heavy metal parts. These parts are typically planned and formed for use in other large industrial processes such as electric and automotive plants. The industry processes fluctuates, significantly depending on the material used and the type of product created. Possible materials comprise steel, iron, brass or aluminium. It is a multi-step process that features different chemical additives, heating and melting of elements and large amounts of water. Chemical additives include, but are not limited to, benzene, formaldehyde, toluene, cyanide salts and hydrofluoric acid. Most large heavy industry plants are now closely regulated and their emissions & pollutants

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drinking and Breathing toxins

all pollutants are harmful, some in a lesser amount and some in a quantifiable toxic amount. Such toxins sources are capable of creating havoc at any given point of time. The following list of sources contains industries that contribute significantly to toxic pollution problems, but are unquantifiable because of lack of data.


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are supervised. There are advanced pollution controls and waste treatment options for the industry. In spite of this, the industry holds a potential risk of putting almost 3 million people in danger. A majority of polluted heavy industries comprise abandoned sites or small-scale plants that are unlicenced, lacking controls and have little resources to invest in new technologies or controls. Mostly widespread, but a geographical chunk lies across China, Eastern Europe, South and Southeast Asia. The key pollutants present include chromium, cyanide, cadmium, arsenic, and Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). Lead is the top pollutant that contributes the highest to the global burden of disease, thus affecting the most population. Pollutants from the heavy industry enter the environment through contaminated wastewater and air that affect soil, food and drinking water of the surrounding communities. Health effects from these potential exposures include neurological damage, lung cancer, leukemia and other lesser effects.

Pesticide manufacturing, storage and use in agriculturePesticide is an umbrella term used for any material that averts or obliterates pests. It takes account of insecticides, herbicides and bactericides as well. They are vital components of our agricultural system as roughly one-third of agricultural crops are farmed with pesticides. Furthermore, pesticides like Dichloro Diphenyl Trichloroethane (DDT) are used to fight the spread of malaria. Pesticides are chemical compounds with an active ingredient that are then mixed with other chemicals to create specific effects or to suit the delivery method intended. During manufacturing, pollutants can be created from the reaction, from the filtering & purification systems, and from drying and extraction activities. Polluted pesticide manufacturing & storages contaminated by agricultural practices potentially put close to 8 million people at risk. Pesticides are extensively used all over the world—chiefly in Eastern Europe, Central & South America and South Asia. China has become the largest pesticide producer and exporter in the world. Decaying storage facilities, waste from manufacturing processes and agricultural applications cause maximum pesticide pollution. Over 4.6 million tonne of pesticides, made up of 500 different types, are sprayed on crops annually. When sprayed, only 1% of pesticides end up being effectively utilised; in most instances, they are dispersed into the air and get dissolved into the water. Surrounding communities directly consume pesticides through inhaling contaminated air, ingesting or bathing in contaminated waters and ingesting food naively covered with pesticides. When crops are irrigated, the water absorbs pesticides and carries them to surrounding waterways via runoff. The breadth and reach of dispersed pesticides is alarming. Studies have detected levels of DDT, lindane and aldrin in tree barks at the Equator, in Greenland ice sheets and Antarctic penguins. Pesticides are usually cited as

a top pollution problem and the health impacts of exposure to pesticides are difficult to quantify. There are many and varied forms of pesticides, some are more hazardous than others and there is a limited understanding of the health impacts of some pesticides. DDT has also been defined as a probable carcinogenic in high doses and lindane as a possible carcinogenic for its link through animal studies to liver cancer. However, DDT in lower doses has not been proven to cause cancer; it is still used to combat mosquitoes because of the overwhelming positive upside to reducing the incidence of malaria. The technology and resources are obtainable to remediate age-old pesticide storage sites and avert exposure from manufacturing processes. Education and investment in newer manufacturing technologies could help avoid many cases of pollution. Presently, there are several international agreements and treaties that advance the safe management of pesticides. All these type of international agreements help reduce human exposure to toxic pollutants and help countries safely manage chemicals.

uranium ProcessingUranium processing for the purpose of generating nuclear energy is a complex, multistep process that comprises of mining, processing, and refining of uranium ores, which then go through enrichment processes. The hitch with uranium processing is the quantity and toxicity of the waste produced. The nuclear energy processing sites potentially put more than 1.3 million people at risk for severe health impacts. Majority of the sites are in Eastern Europe—the bulk of which are located in Russia. Half of the sites are still in operation, while the other sites are legacy pollution sites that have been abandoned. Radionuclides, such as uranium and cesium, are the key pollutants. Radioactive waste used to be often disposed of directly into surrounding waterways, with no treatment or processing at such sites. Often, unintentional spills or accidents release radioactive waste into the environment. Radionuclides are found in the water, soil and food chain of these infected areas and many serious health effects have been experienced. Along with fuel processing, mining of uranium in low and middle income nations habitually contribute toxic pollutants to the environment. Radionuclides are naturally occurring elements that are radioactive, i.e., they have atoms with unstable nuclei. As elements or materials decay, they will emit radiation up to an end point in the decay process. Some materials decay quickly, but some, like uranium, can continue to be radioactive for millions of years. During the decay, different levels of radioactivity with different health effects can be generated. Uranium radionuclides can cause damage to kidneys and to the genetic code, which can often impact fetal development. Other radionuclides, such as radon, can lead to leukemia and decreases in white blood cell counts.

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The Plague of Noise PolluTioN

he World Health Organisation (WHO) has recognised seven unfavourable health effects of noise pollution

on humans. WHO’s instructions offer an outstanding, rationally state-of-the-art, and all-inclusive synopsis of noise-related issues. These are:

Hearing impairmentHear ing impai rment i s characteristically defined as a growth

in the threshold of hearing, as clinically evaluated by audiometry. Impaired hearing may appear due to the workplace, community, trauma, ototoxie drugs, infection or it could simply be heredity. There is universal

accord that exposure to sound levels less than 70 dB does not create hearing damage, irrespective of the duration of exposure. There is also wide-ranging conformity that exposure for more

than eight hours to sound levels in excess of 85 dB are latently perilous. Contextually, 85 dB is approximately comparable to the noise of heavy truck traffic on a busy road. With sound levels above 85 dB, damage is related

to sound pressure and to the time of exposure. The major cause of hearing loss is occupational

exposure, although other sources of noise, particularly recreational noise, may produce significant deficits. Studies suggest that children appear to be more susceptible than

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it is said that music is inbred in the blood stream of every individual. But we, at times, mistake this innateness to be noise. Noise pollution begins at festivals and expands its horizons even up to the traffic signals at the corner of our houses. prolonged exposure to noise causes damages to all humans. this plague is eating into our societies. there is a fine line between music and noise…a line that should not be trespassed.

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adults to noise stimulated hearing impairment. Noise induced hearing impairment may be accompanied by abnormal loudness perception, distortion and tinnitus. Tinnitus may be temporary or may become undying after prolonged exposure. The ultimate results of hearing losses are loneliness, depression, impaired speech discrimination, impaired school or job performance. Among the youth, hearing loss affects communication, cognition, behaviour, social-emotional development, academic outcomes, and later, vocational opportunities. This happens due to the continuous usage of ear phones. Also, those working in clubs, bars and similar places. It is well known that rock musicians frequently have noise-induced hearing loss. Also, firecrackers, cap pistols, and other toys can generate sufficient sound levels to cause sudden and permanent hearing loss. It is important to memorise that ears do not ‘get used’ to loud noise instead, they ‘get deaf’.

interference witH Spoken communicationIn an attempt to guard public health and welfare against the unfavourable effects of noise, organisations follow the so-called safe levels of environmental noise that would allow normal communication both in and out doors. Noise pollution meddles with the capability to grasp normal speech and may direct to a number of individual disabilities, handicaps and behavioural changes. These comprise troubles with concentration, fatigue, uncertainty, lack of self confidence, irritation, misunderstandings, decreased working capacity, disturbed interpersonal relationships and stress reactions, which may lead to increased accidents, disruption of communication in the classroom or office and impaired academic performance. The predominantly defenseless groups comprise children,

the elderly, and those not familiar with the spoken language.

Sleep DiSturBanceSUninterrupted sleep is identified as a must for good physiologic and mental performance for healthy individuals. Environmental noise is one of the key reasons of uneasy sleep. When sleep disturbance becomes unending, the results are mood changes, decrements in performance and other long-standing effects on health & well being. It is known that incessant noise in surplus of 30 dB perturbs sleep.

The principal sleep disorders are trouble falling asleep, frequent awakenings, waking too early and changes in sleep stages & depth, particularly a lessening in Rapid Eye Movement (REM) sleep. Apart from diverse effects on sleep itself,

noise during sleep causes amplified blood pressure, augmented heart rate, enlarged pulse amplitude, vasoconstriction and variation in respiration, cardiac arrhythmias & increased body movement. For each of these, the threshold and response relationships may be different. Some of these effects reduce with continual exposure; others, predominantly cardiovascular responses, do not. Secondary effects experienced the following day include fatigue, depressed mood & well being and decreased performance. Declining attentiveness leading to accidents, injuries and death has also been accredited to lack of sleep & disturbed circadian rhythms.

Long-term psychosocial effects have been linked to nocturnal noise. Noise irritation during the night swells the total noise annoyance for

the subsequent 24 hours. Principally sensitive groups comprise the elderly, shift workers, persons exposed to physical or mental disorders, and those with sleep disorders. Other factors that sway the predicament of night-time noise comprise its occurrence in residential areas with low surrounding noise levels and mishmash of noise and vibration such as produced by trains or heavy trucks. Low frequency sound is more troubling, even at very low sound pressure levels; these low frequency components emerge to have a noteworthy damaging effect on health.

carDiovaScular DiSturBanceSAn emergent body of proof confirms that noise pollution has both temporary and permanent effects on humans by way of the endocrine and autonomic nervous systems. It has been assumed

that noise acts as a non-specific biologic stressor eliciting reactions that prepare the body for a ‘tight or flight’ response. Reasonably, noise can set off both endocrine and autonomic nervous system retorts that affect the

cardiovascular system and thus, may be a threat factor for cardiovascular disease. These effects are seen with long-term daily exposure to noise levels above 65 dB or with acute exposure to noise levels above 80–85 dB. Acute exposure to noise activates nervous and hormonal responses, leading to temporary increases in blood pressure, heart rate and vasoconstriction. Temporary noise exposure generates readily reversible physiologic changes. However, noise exposure of adequate intensity, duration and unpredictability provokes alterations that may not be so voluntarily reversible. Even though the increased risk for noise-induced cardiovascular disease may be small, it presumes public health importance because both the number of people at peril and the noise to which they are exposed maintains to grow. Children

there is universal accord that exposure to sound levels less than 70 dB does not create hearing damage, irrespective

of the duration of exposure. there is also wide-ranging conformity that exposure for more than eight hours to sound levels in excess of 85 dB are latently perilous. contextually,

85 dB is approximately comparable to the noise of heavy truck traffic on a busy road.



who live in noisy environments exhibit elevated blood pressures and elevated levels of stress-induced hormones.

DiSturBanceS in mental HealtHNoise pollution is not supposed to be a reason of mental illness, but it is understood to speed up and deepen the expansion of latent mental disorders. It may cause or add to anxiety, stress, nervousness, nausea, headache, emotional instability, argumentativeness & sexual impotence, changes in mood, increase in social conflicts, neurosis, hysteria and psychosis. Children, the elderly and those with underlying depression may be particularly vulnerable to these effects because they may lack adequate coping mechanisms. Children in noisy environments find the noise annoying and report a diminished quality of life. Noise levels above 80 dB are associated with both a raise in aggressive behaviour and a reduction in behaviour helpful to others.

impaireD taSk performanceThe effects of noise pollution on cognitive task performance have been well studied. Noise pollution damages task performance at school or at work, amplifies errors and diminishes motivation. Reading attention, problem solving and memory are most strongly affected by noise. Two types of memory shortfalls have been recognised under untried conditions—recall of subject content and recall of incidental details. Both are unfavourably prejudiced by noise. Scarcities in performance can lead to errors and accidents, both of which have health & economic penalty. Cognitive and language progress & reading accomplishment are lessened in noisy homes. Cognitive development is damaged when homes or schools are near springs of noise such as highways, airports or railway stations.

Furthermore, there is an alarm that

high and incessant environmental noise may add to feelings of helplessness in children. Noise creates negative consequences on performance, mostly in children. It appears that the longer the exposure, greater the effect. Children from noisy areas have been found to have heightened sympathetic arousal specified by amplified levels of stress-related hormones and prominent potential blood pressure.

negative Social BeHaviour anD annoyance reactionSAnnoyance is defined as a feeling of displeasure associated with any agent or condition believed by an individual to adversely affect him/her. Possibly, a better depiction of this response would be repugnance or anguish. Noise has been used as a lethal spur in a diversity

of studies because it creates the same kinds of effects as other stressors. Infuriation swells considerably when noise is accompanied by vibration or by low frequency components. The term ‘annoyance’ does not cover the wide range of pessimistic retorts linked with noise pollution. Noise caused by such means include anger, disappointment, d i ssat i s fact ion, withdrawal , helplessness, depression, anxiety, distraction, agitation, or exhaustion as side effects. A lack of apparent control over the noise aggravates these effects.

Social and behavioural effects of noise exposure are complex, subtle and indirect. These effects comprise changes in day-to-day, social behaviours and changes in social indicators and mood. Noise exposure as such is not supposed to create aggressive behaviour. However, in arrangement with provocation, preexisting anger or hostility, alcohol or other psychoactive agents, noise

may trigger aggressive behaviour. The degree of annoyance produced by noise may vary as per the time of day; the unpleasant characteristics of noise, its duration and intensity, the meaning associated with it and the nature of the activity that the noise interrupted.

Annoyance may be influenced by a variety of non-acoustical factors together with individual sensitivity to noise. These consist of fear of the noise source, conviction that noise could be abridged by third parties, individual sensitivity, the degree to which an individual feels able to control the noise, and whether or not the noise originated from an important economic activity.

Other less direct effects of annoyance are disturbance of one’s tranquility of mind, the delight of one’s belongings

and the satisfaction of privacy. Greater annoyance has been pragmatic when noise of low frequency, is accompanied by vibrations that contain low-frequency components, or when it

contains impulses such as the noise of gunshots.

Annoyance is larger when noise gradually amplifies, instead of staying constant. Contextually, sound levels produced by the average refrigerator or the sounds in the typical quiet neighbourhood measure about 45 dB, which should be ideal for indoors. Sound levels above this produce annoyance in significant numbers of people.

The consequences of annoyance are privately felt displeasure, publicly expressed grievances to authorities and the adverse effects on health. Annoyance can connote more than slight irritation. It describes a momentous dilapidation in the quality of life, which match up to ruining of health and well being. It is important to note that annoyance does not abate over time despite continuing exposure to noise.

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noise can set off both endocrine and autonomic nervous system retorts that affect the cardiovascular system and thus,

may be a threat factor for cardiovascular disease. these effects are seen with long-term daily exposure to noise levels above 65

dB or with acute exposure to noise levels above 80–85 dB.


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aced with the rising demands to meet the requirements of the growing population, the water resources across

India and the world have come under immense pressure. It is a fact that yearly water extraction and return flows have become more of a ‘trend’ in the present era. The concerns surrounding the amount of wastewater (including sewage) being produced per annum is growing by the day as not all of it is being purified and treated while draining it back into the seas and oceans. Adding to the water woes are insufficient provision of sanitation amenities and sewage & wastewater treatment results in noteworthy magnitude of this wastewater flowing into water bodies that may serve human consumption.

Industrial waste also plays its part, as economies continue to grow and change. The brunt of this is being borne by nature and the human race as well—substantiated by the fact that 42% of the deaths in Asia are linked to unsafe or inadequate supply of water, sanitation and hygiene. While countries are undertaking a g g r e s s i v e e n d e a v o u r s to dea l with these p r o b l e m s , the pace and scale of this policy response must amplify without delay.

IndustrIal dIschargesT h e t r a d i t i o n a l agriculture-based economies across the globe are now laying the pathway for industrial economies. This paradigm shift is causing

serious environmental side-effects, predominantly with matters related to pollution. Endeavours have been made to better the regulation, but the absence of effectual governance, in most cases, makes enforcement highly complex.

The major sources of pollution are industries producing metals, paper & pulp, textiles and food & beverages. The mining industry is also a considerable contributor. At a recently held summit, Munish Nandwani, Factory Manager, Hindustan Unilever Limited, said, “Industries can produce contaminated effluent (i.e., polluted water) and waste. Prior to letting this effluent and waste discharge into the environment, steps must be taken to make certain that any pollutants present are at safe levels.”

Industries that produce paper & textiles and those that process leather generate effluents containing acids, oils, fuels and solvents. Ore & metal processing industries and those that use metal compounds in manufacturing, can produce effluents

that contain heavy metals. Many metals are highly toxic, while some are carcinogenic. Even if present in low concentrations in water, heavy metals can pose a significant threat to the health of humans and the ecosystem, at large. Service industries, such as metal workshops, dry cleaners, photo processors and printers, also use considerable quantities of toxic, or potentially toxic, substances. The petrochemical, pharmaceutical and food & beverage industries, among others, are all potential pollutants of water sources.

Additionally, the methods of effluent disposal, materials storage practices and pollution control will influence the impact that the discharges will have on water sources. Improper storage and release of chemicals on commercial and industrial sites can have severe unpleasant impacts on water quality. Therefore, to safeguard water sources, waste must be appropriately treated before being discharged into water bodies. It is also vital to note that industrial chemical spills and leaks

from train derailments and traffic accidents can infect water sources.

agrIcultural PollutIon

The increase in agricultural production has

resulted in the rise in consumption of mineral fertilisers. Due to pollution, the nutrient levels in the rivers are high. These cause

e u t r o p h i c a t i o n , including algal blooms,

which severely damage freshwater ecosystems and

hinder their provision of vital environmental services to people.

Pesticides are another problem. Emphasising on the usage of

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foul odour? have you noticed that the tree shade in our backyard has reduced over the

last 10 years or so? ever wondered what could be the reasons for these occurrences?

Well the culprit here is contamination of water bodies. But how and why does this

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pesticides in India, Srivalli Krishnan, Founder, CEO, eFarm, says, “In India, the use of pesticides grew by 750% from the mid-1900s to the present day; even prohibited pesticides have been detected in excess of international recommendations in River Ganga.” Pesticide bans have resulted in improvements in China, but nutrients are still insufficiently controlled. The use of small quantities of unregulated imports is posing a serious risk to many nations. The disposal of unused pesticides, equipment washing and poor storage have been identified as some major factors contributing to surface water pollution. Additionally, salinity of ground and surface water caused by poor agricultural drainage systems remains a problem in many countries, especially in Central Asia, Pakistan, Iran and India.

MunIcIPal WasteWater eFFluentsMunicipal wastewater (or sewage) treatment plants are planned to treat waste that is discharged by inhabitants, businesses and industries. The quality of the water from a treatment plant depends on several factors, such as: The kind & effectiveness of the

treatment The disinfection processes used The amount and types of waste

received from these sources. The type of processes used by a

sewage treatment plant affects the quality of effluents that are discharged into the water body. Conformist treatment may comprise of up to three treatment processes, viz., primary, secondary and tertiary.

Wastewater first enters a primary treatment process where mechanical screening and settling are used to separate & remove solids and greases. Subsequently, the wastewater may enter a secondary treatment process where oxygen and microorganisms are introduced into the water. Here, the microorganisms consume organic matter and the pathogens present in it. The water then flows into a tank

where the microorganisms and any remaining solids are settled out. Some of the settled portion is sent to a solids handling process; while some is recycled back to refill the population of microorganisms used in the secondary treatment processes. From here, if a particular problem is sensed in the incoming wastewater, the water may enter a tertiary treatment facility where processes, such as chlorination or ultraviolet disinfection, are used to kill exclusively recognised harmful microorganisms. The treated water is then released into the receiving water body.

Some municipalities use only a primary process to treat wastewater, while others use primary, secondary and tertiary treatment processes. Since treatment processes can greatly differ, municipal wastewater effluents can consist of residues of human waste, solids & debris, nutrients, pathogens, toxics, endocrine disrupting substances, unmetabolised pharmaceuticals, ingredients from household and personal care products, and potentially toxic chemicals & contaminants. Some municipal wastewater effluents and sources of water have even been found to contain traces of pharmaceutical drugs. While the concentrations of these drugs are low, their effects on drinking water and human health are unknown.

sePtIc systeMsSeptic systems are planned to treat the wastewater formed by households and are usually found in rural or cottage areas. In these areas, the houses are adequately spaced apart; hence, installing a sewer system for the society would be unfeasible. A characteristic septic system comprises of a septic tank and drainage field.

Water flows into the septic tank where bacteria naturally found in the wastewater, breaks down or digests the solids that are present. The liquid effluent is then released into the drainage field, which usually contains perforated pipes buried in trenches packed with sand and gravel. The water is slowly absorbed and filtered by the ground in the drainage field. If used appropriately and maintained well, septic systems can successfully treat wastewater. Inappropriate septic tank use, or poor maintenance, can create grave local pollution problems.

Septic systems may be not capable of treating certain contaminants, such as phosphorus, pharmaceutical and some cleaning products. These can soak into the ground, sometimes contaminating well water and other water sources. Some substances, such as paints and cleaners not anticipated for down-the drain disposal, may, in fact, harm the septic system. Poorly maintained, improperly installed or overused septic systems can foul groundwater if unprocessed sewage leaks out of the pipes and tanks. As failing septic systems can create solemn local contamination harms, they must be situated at a safe distance from drinking water sources, like wells.

landFIll sItesThe garbage bags that every household places on the boundaries of our homes are often transported to landfill sites. Compared to dumps of the past, present day landfill sites are highly engineered, i.e., the bottoms are lined to avert contaminants from leaking or oozing out. When jam-packed, landfill sites are enclosed with clay caps. Leachate (water that enters the landfill and mixes with the waste) seeps to the base of the landfill and is collected by a system of pipes. The leachate is then discharged to a sewer, heaved to a sewage treatment plant, or treated on-site before being let out into the waterway. Modern landfill sites are commonly located in areas where the

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soil is clay-like and watertight, and away from water bodies.

According to Rajeev Kumar, Manager – Production, ACC Ltd, Sindri Cement Works, “It is universally acknowledged that all landfills will ultimately release leachate into the nearby environment and therefore, all landfills will have some effect on the water quality of the local ecosystem.” Landfill sites are not quipped to handle hazardous materials. Special hazardous waste management facilities have been established at many places to handle these wastes. Individuals are responsible for disposing of toxic products at permanent household waste depots, or on special collection days established within municipalities.

taIlIngs, taIlIngs Ponds and aBandoned MInesTailings are the ‘leftovers’ of a mining process, i.e., tailings are the remains left after mining companies

have unearthed the processed rock to extract minerals, such as gold, copper and nickel. Tailings habitually contain toxic substances, such as cyanide and arsenic, and are stored in tailings water bodies. Pollutants from these water bodies may leach into groundwater. Abandoned mines are also potential sources of pollution.

doMestIc PollutIon Rivers across the globe are highly contaminated with household waste. And insufficient access to sanitation infrastructure (such as connections to public sewers & septic systems) is already a causative factor in the present day; yet, as urban centres grow, so will the need for more infrastructure. Based on current trends, the demand will outshine the supply and the status of pollution would keep deteriorating. While there are strong endeavours to endow exploding cities, a myriad of growing townships is yet to be served.

underground storage tanks For oIl and gasIn the mid 1900s, huge numbers of steel tanks used for stocking up oil & gas were set up underground, such as at gasoline filling stations. If not sheltered from deterioration, steel tanks begin to leak after 15 years or so, allowing oil or gas to leak out of the tanks and seep through the soil & into the groundwater. The past 20 years have seen an increasing number of reports of leaking of underground storage tanks, often resulting in considerable contamination. If only one litre of gasoline leaks from these tanks, it can be sufficient to foul one million litres of groundwater. Householders who draw drinking water from nearby wells frequently observe the predicament when they taste or smell gasoline in the water—often long after the aquifer has been tainted.

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he industry p o l l u t a n t s r e f l e c t the p o i s o n o u s contamination problems,

which should be the main focus of all industries and those in the public health department. Industrial pollution in certain regions of the world is more harmful than in other parts of the world. As more companies try to follow the environmental rules and collect data on pollution at their plant, the scope of reducing pollution will be broadened. This would also help to thoroughly quantify disease burden associated with pollution.

Battery recyclingUsed lead-acid batteries are perilous waste and their disposal is regulated in most developed countries. When lead-acid batteries are recycled, the battery, plastic and metal get separated. The plastics are recycled and used to craft more battery cases. The used lead plates are smelted to get rid of impurities and poured into molds to build recycled lead bar. Lead bars are used in the built-up of new lead-acid batteries, making the system a closed loop.

In low- and middle-income countries, recycling of these batteries is a large industry as the lead in the batteries can be reused in various article-making methods. Nations with few lead ore sources are keen to gather and recycle lead-acid batteries to put up their lead resources. The growing demand

for automobiles in low and middle-income nations is motivating the surge in demand for lead. Battery recycling potentially puts almost one million people at risk. The largest numbers

of polluted sites are in Asia, with Africa, Central and South

America.

lead SmeltingAround 2.5 million people are at risk at almost 70 polluted lead smelting locations examined internationally. Principal lead smelting uses mined ores while other derivative lead smelting reprocesses lead scrap and waste collected though various recycling

streams. In principal lead processing, the lead ore is fed into furnaces along with other materials where the sulphur is burned off. The material is then heated in order to melt and to detach the lead metal

from slag and other byproducts. The lead metal is gathered for refinement and further doling out depending on its final usage. The slag is a waste material that contains zinc, iron, silica, lime, as well as some lead. In well-regulated processes, the slag will be recycled to avert noxious waste from evasion.

In derivative smelting, the lead-containing components must first be estranged from the used product and then a similar smelting procedure is used. One of the largest sources of recycled lead materials are lead-acid batteries, but it can also be attained from cable coverings, pipes, sheets or other metals having lead. Derivative lead smelting can be done in a related method to the principal one but high lead content waste can be processed at comparatively low temperatures and

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in the present era, there is primary data from wide-ranging site evaluations that can be used for estimating broad impacts caused due to the industries. these guesstimates are extrapolations based on probable risk populations, limited health information and suppositions. there can be nothing confirmed about the pollution created by these industries, but they are supposed to be the crux of all industdurial contaminations.



is occasionally carried out in informal, crude and highly polluting facilities.

mining & Ore PrOceSSingMining and ore processing is an indispensable industry that equips the minerals, metals and gems required to generate a wide variety of products and materials. The huge array of mining processes necessitates a diverse and wide-ranging amount of chemicals. The waste from concentrators is called tailings. These are normally wet, contaminated with chemicals or metals and are enormous in quantity.

The mining and minerals processing industry have taken substantial steps to observe, manage & carefully administer the use of chemicals essential to the production processes and supervise tailings in environmentally safe ways. However, in less technically sophisticated or older plants, some of the minerals mined, tailings and the toxic chemicals used are released into

the environment. Due to their harmful constituents, they pessimistically impact human health. Also, the problem of abandoned mines and legacy pollution is extensively prevalent. Mining and ore processing, potentially puts more than 6.7 million people at risk. The more dangerous sites are located in roughly 50 countries. Africa, Eastern Europe and Southeast Asia are the most nations with the most known expanse, but definitely noxious pollution from mining and ore processing affects all regions of the world.

tannerieSTannery processes are done in many steps using many diverse types of chemical and mechanical means. Sulphides are used to split down the hair and chlorides are used in the pickling or preservation process. Of meticulous alarm is the use of chromate salts in the stabilisation process, because, unless properly-

controlled, risky chromium wastes and chromium-polluted wastewater can be unconfined. Adding up to these chemicals, colossal quantities of water are used in the process. Up to 30–40 cubic metres of wastewater is created per tonne of raw material processed.

Most tanning operations are synchronised and have pollution controls in place, but there are still many small tanneries working under primordial conditions with little controls. Across the globe, there are almost 1.8 million people at risk due to this. Mostly, tanneries which are smaller and poorly run facilities are the ones that are mostly contaminated. These smaller scale tanneries will carry on functioning as the consumer requirements for leather goods increases, as leather tanning offers a good employment prospect in low and middle-income nations. These smaller industry sites are often under synchronised, not well supervised,



and cannot meet the expense of the substantial pollutant control mechanisms that are required to deal with the large quantities of waste.

induStrial/municiPal dumPSiteSWaste at industrial or municipal dumpsites can comprise waste from batteries, scrap metal, agricultural, and hospitals, households & chemical waste from industrial processes. In the developing world, all waste often goes into the same place; there is often no dissimilarity between municipal and industrial dumpsites. Polluted dumpsites generally consist of two different types of waste disposal, viz., open dumpsites and municipal landfills. Across the globe, this potentially puts almost 3.5 million people at risk. The largest shares of these risky dumpsites are in Africa, Eastern Europe and Northern Asia.

However, industrial and municipal dumpsites are prevalent throughout the developing world including in South & Central America and South & Southeast Asia. At properly run municipal solid waste landfills, hazardous materials considered carcinogenic, corrosive, toxic, or flammable are not accepted and are directed to special treatment or disposal sites. At informal or improperly run sites, all these are disposed collectively, making a toxic stew of waste exposed to heat, rain and air, causing the materials to split and enter the environment.

induStrial eStateSIndustrial estates, also known as industrial parks, are areas where infrastructure and buildings, regularly built by governments, attract and support industrial activity to the zone. Typically, there are roads, power, utility services, waste treatment and other services built purposely to shore up the industrial processes occurring there, and they are frequently situated outside of major inhabitant zones. In some situations, the estates may

be little more than areas zoned for industrial development, with limited infrastructure. The industrial processes within these estates vary extensively and the contaminants resulting from them also differ. Industrial estates have a potential to affect an estimated 4 million people near these sites. Industrial estates are positioned across the globe and the sites are highly variable across many different countries. Currently, a majority of sites polluted by industrial estates are situated in South Asia, mainly in India and Pakistan, although such estates are known to exist in many developing countries looking for to expand their industrialised sector.

artiSanal gOld miningArtisanal gold mining refers to small-scale informal mining activities that

mine ores containing gold and process them to recover the gold. While the sites are often independently small-scale, 20% of the world’s gold is formed in artisanal gold mines and it discharges more mercury than any other sector worldwide. The expertise and schemes are exceptionally low-tech and the ore is habitually processed in rudimentary structures with no pollution controls. Artisanal mercury based gold processing is very incompetent; mercury use ranges from 4-20 parts of mercury per part of gold recovered and the process captures only about 30% of the available gold.

Mercury is used because it is low-priced and freely available in spite of the inadequacies. Because of the informal nature of the industry, there is little knowledge about best practice, putting the community at risk during and after the processing is complete. Non-industrial or personal purchase and use of mercury is illegal in most nations;

however, imports are consistently prevented and sold on informal markets. Once the gold ore has been worked out, the mining sites are usually abandoned, with no formal clean up or containment of waste. Worldwide, there are thousands of abandoned small-scale mining sites, many with a legacy of mercury pollution and widespread health impacts. Artisanal gold mining potentially exposes more than 4.2 million people to the risk of lethal pollutants. The bulk of artisanal gold mining sites are in Africa and Southeast Asia; however, there is a high concentration of artisanal miners in Latin America as well. It is probable that artisanal gold mining is done in as many as 55 countries paying around 10–15 million miners.

PrOduct manufacturingProduct manufacturing is a general term for industries that produce consumer products. It spans a wide range of manufacturing processes and material

types. As lower & middle-income countries develop, the demand for consumer products grows, thereby encouraging rapid expansion of product manufacturing. Lessening of trade obstructions, bettered geopolitical relationships, and the improvement of infrastructure and expertise have all facilitated this growth and the global increase of product manufacturing. Because of this globalisation and efforts to incentivise manufacturing, many developing countries have been swift to trim down regulations or release companies from conforming to environmental standards in order to gain a cutthroat lead. The result has been an extensive and widespread pollution problem caused by product manufacturing. Product manufacturing potentially exposes almost 3.5 million people to noxious pollutants. More than half of the tainted sites are located in South Asia and Southeast Asia where regulations on product manufacturing

the World economic forum reports that 70% of a country’s gdP variations can be explained by differences in the amount of manufactured products exported. Product manufacturing

is evidently necessary to a country’s success and vital to individual consumers.



are recurrently lax. Other regions disproportionally symbolised include several African countries and China. It is often difficult to characterise the type and nature of pollution problems in product manufacturing.

chemical manufacturingBasic chemicals including pigments, dyes, gases & petrochemicals; synthetic materials like plastics; paint products, cleaning products; and other chemicals including film, ink & explosives are potentially harmful. Pharmaceutical manufacturing also falls under the same umbrella. During the production of these chemicals & products, dangerous byproducts and waste are often produced. A widespread characteristic in the organic chemical industry is the use of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) as solvents and raw materials.

The production of solvents is also a major part of the chemical industry.

Chemical manufacturing is a large source of pollution worldwide and potentially puts approximately 5.3 million people at risk of exposure. The majority of sites are in China, Eastern Europe and South Asia. The chemical manufacturing industry is truly a global industry with 16 different countries contributing to the trading and selling of chemicals, and likely there are infected chemical manufacturing sites all over the world.

dye induStryDyes are used to manufacture consumer products, together with paints, textiles, printing inks, paper, and plastics. Various dyes comprising varied chemical compounds are used in production, depending on the type of textile or product being dyed. There are more than 3,600 different types of textiles dyes alone. Other dye types comprise acid dyes for colouring animal fibres, basic dyes for use on

paper, direct dyes for use on cotton-wool or cotton-silk, and pigment dyes used in paint and inks. These evolving demands result in a fluctuating and diverse waste stream. Textile is one of the largest sectors internationally and manufactures 60 billion kg of fabric yearly; using up to 9 trillion gallons of water. This substantial water use is a prime constituent of pollution. Water is used to clean equipment, rinsing & processing dyes and products.

The dye industry puts over one million people at risk. Majority of problematic dye industry sites are in South Asia; however, the dye industry is global in scale. Dye plants can range from small and informal to large and organised. While organised dye industry rules the market, there are many unorganised small-scale plants that inexplicably add to the pollution problem.

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AdvAnced Pollution control techniques

n the light of the increase in awareness about pollution control to preserve and conserve resources, technological

advancements in pollution control

have become a part of everyday life. This, in turn, has created opportunities for the industry to minimise waste and become greener & more lucrative. Thus, pollution control is not a mere legislative requirement

but also a mantra to improve competitiveness.

NaNo-porous fibres developmeNtNano-porous fibres have

resulted from one of the significant tech advancements

that could dramatically reduce the pollution emitted by a range

of industrial processes. It has received a prestigious

award from the Royal Society. The fibre traps carbon dioxide and

other pollutants so they can be removed and, where possible, recycled back into

the production process. Nano-porous fibres have tiny pores with less than 1,000th the width of a

human hair and contain materials that trap volatile

hydrocarbons and other gases so that they can be removed from the

air flow. The fibres find extensive uses in the beverage, cement and other industries. Early trials have revealed that it uses less than 5% of the energy needed by the cleaning processes currently used in industry. “The technologies currently used to

clean process waste are usually energy hungry. Our technology offers great savings and could help reduce the environmental impact even further,” said Dr Semali Perera, who developed the technology with Research Officer Chin Chih Tai in the Department of Chemical Engineering of the University of Bath.

airborNe processDeveloped at the CANMET Energy Technology Center in Ottawa, Canada and at the Energy and Environmental Research Center of the University of North Dakota, Airborne Process™ is an advanced multi-pollutant control system that can reduce power plant emissions (SO2, SO3, NOx and Hg) by nearly 100%; with the lowest capital and operating cost for pollutant control. To achieve this, Airborne invented a proprietary recycling process to regenerate sodium sulphate back into sodium bicarbonate with a sulphate-based fertiliser co-product. In this way, it separates the impurities for disposal and converts the sodium sulphite and sulphate into ammonium sulphate and sodium bicarbonate. While sulphate undergoes additional processing and the sodium bicarbonate is returned to the FGD system for reuse. The Airborne Process™ employs an efficient regeneration system that keeps sodium losses to a minimum, enhancing economic performance of the system. There are many advantages of this process: the first one is removal of SO3 eliminating any possibility of acid forming mistaerosols, the second

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Industrial pollution is anthropogenic in nature and so its control should also find its roots in the same. Many pollution control techniques have been developed at different levels to reduce the pollutants’ effects, but the best is the one that traps pollutants at the source owing to the fact that gaseous pollutants are yet to be recycled by filtering out increasing greenhouse gas emissions. Here’s enlisting some of the advanced and efficient techniques to control pollution levels.

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advantage is the removal of SO2 and NOx coupled with some conversion of NO from an almost inert form of NOx to the soluble gas form, the third advantage is the reduction in corrosion potential owing to the reduction in acid dew point condensation.

biofiltratioNThis technique refers to the biological treatment of contaminants in the gas phase, usually air based on the fact that air contaminants can be biodegraded by active bacteria. In recent years, it has emerged as an economically viable and efficient treatment process. According to Dr Rakesh Govind, Professor – Chemical Engineering, University of Cincinnati, “More researches have been conducted on this simple process; it has become clear that the biodegradation rates are low and hence, the size of the biofilter bed requires to achieve high destruction efficiencies. Since, compost has a higher concentration of micro organisms, compost becomes the media of choice for biofilters. Major problems encountered so far were settling of the compost, resulting in increased gas-phase pressure drop, availability of nutrients, such as nitrogen and phosphorus, pH maintenance, and drying of the compost material due to moisture transferring to the flowing gas phase.” Commenting on its adaption by industries, he said, “Biofiltration will play a major role in the treatment of organic & inorganic emissions from a variety of industrial and wastewater treatment processes. Compared to other available technologies, it has significant technical and cost advantages.”

Hazardous off-Gas TreaTMenT processThis is an innovative process designed to safely treat pyrophoric off gases at a phosphorus manufacturing plant. It includes a down-fired thermal oxidiser and a two-stage renewable media particulate matter control system. It is an integrated approach, has an extensive regulatory support and

recovery of pollution control system residuals as a marketable product.

flexible pulse Jet filtersThese consist of filter compartments equipped with guide vanes that used to distribute raw gases uniformly across the filter bags creating a downward gravimetric gas flow along the filter bags, which precipitates the dust into the hopper below. The design of the pulse jet filter plays a significant role in preventing the creation of high can velocities. The raw gas, while entering into the filter compartments, is filtered by the fabric and clean gas exits from the top of the bag.

oTHer MeTHodoloGIesApart from these, many other techniques depending on the size and type of industry are applied. In foundry, forge & cement like industries, pyro-processing system emissions contain nitrogen, carbon dioxide, water, oxygen, nitrogen oxides, sulphur oxides, carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons. The emission percentage has a lot to do with the design and efficiency of kiln/furnace. It must be in accordance with Best Available Control Technology (BACT) for the control of SO2 and other gases. The highly alkaline conditions of kiln system can capture 95% of possible sulphur dioxide emissions. To lower emission, the kiln operation must be stable and flue gas should be re-circulated. Electrostatic precipitators, wet scrubbers and ordinary bag house are some methods being adopted to filter or minimise the pollutants emission/generation.

MakInG objecTIves wITH respoNsibilityWith 100% success in solid and liquid waste recycling, major research & development is now concentrated on the control and recycling of air pollutants at the lowest possible cost. But the major threat comes from transportation, i.e., from vehicles that emit pollutants at an uncontrollable

rate. Unconventional vehicles emitting low or no pollutants such as electric cars and steam-powered cars are yet to gain substantial market share. The need is to have a common remote-type monitor capable of measuring emissions across the globe so that control techniques could be applied in all the countries with equal standards.

According to MAK Babi, an Advanced Trainer, “Such a top-down exercise can never work in our country; I feel a bottoms-up policy stands a better chance. If we start training our operators and shop floor assistants to be aware of green practices and give them a sense of responsibility; paint a grim picture of how their children and grandchildren will suffer if they do not curtail their daily dose of pollution/greenhouse gas and global warming via emissions, the future would be bleak.”

“The average worker today is far better a literate, as compared to 40 years. Those workers were masters of the trade, but could not read instructions nor sign their papers. Today, the shop floor worker may have access to a PC and the Internet via his children/friends/well-wishers. Today’s workers are far more aware of the greater picture, and are not working for some invisible ‘maai baap’ who keep the wheels of industry chugging along somehow,” he continues.

“I think individual education is the only practical solution. I have used my multi-lingual skills to address a wider base of workers, which I am doing even now, and I am glad to see that the younger apprentices quickly adopt what I tell them to be the best solution to a problem. All is not lost; we can only focus on changing the society one individual at a time. Large movements and campaigns come with inbuilt failures because of too many gaps and lacunae, and the easy ways and means to hide behind others,” he concludes.

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ndustrial pollution accelerated in the 1800s with the start of the Industrial Revolution. The problem was

compounded by the use of fuels like coal, which is infamous for being a pollutant, and a poor understanding of the causes & consequences of pollution. Here’s making an attempt to understand the same. There are various forms of industrial pollution; one of the most common is water pollution, caused by dumping of industrial waste into waterways, or improper containment of waste, which causes leakage into groundwater and waterways. Industrial pollution can also impact air quality; it can enter the soil, causing widespread environmental problems. With time and gradual awareness within the industry, various companies have come forward to take the lead to curb industrial pollution. These include:

Jindal Steel & Power ltd (JSPl) The company believes in maintaining a clean and green environment in and around its plants. According to the

company, air pollution is one of the major challenges that any company has to overcome in order to adhere to environmental norms. Keeping this in mind, JSPL follows a procedure of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) for the prevention of air pollution. Every aspect of pollution generated due to plant activities is monitored in detail and adequate steps are taken to minimise it. The company has installed state-of-the-art pollution control devices suitable for the purpose of reducing atmospheric pollution. Real-time check on the performance of these devices is done through automated online analysers such as Opacity Meters and Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Stations (AAQMS).

Some of the air pollution measures (unit wise) adopted by JSPL are:In DRI Kilns, the Dust Settling Chambers and ESPs (Electrostatic Precipitators) have been installed to control process emissions. Fugitive dust is controlled through multiple point suction hoods attached to bag filters. Dry fog dust suppression system is provided at required places.

In the power plant, the flue gas from boilers is passed through ESPs where particulates are separated.In the coke oven plant, waste gases are completely burnt and the heat generated is used in Waste Heat Recovery Boilers (WHRB) for power generation.In the sinter plant, a centralised de-dusting system with an electrostatic precipitator is installed for dust control in the raw material handling area. Additionally, high capacity ESP also exists to control process emissions.In blast furnaces, the gases are cleaned through cyclone and two-stage venturi scrubber (gas cleaning plant). Pulse jet and invertible bag filters have been installed to control emissions from the stock house and cast house.In SAF, emission from the furnace is drawn into a high capacity dust extraction system, where particulates are trapped and treated gas is passed through the chimney.In SMS (EAF & ladle furnace), the gases are sucked through the fume extraction system and taken to the after combustion chamber for converting CO to CO2. Thereafter, the gases

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increasing awareness about industrial pollution and its consequences have led to tighter restrictions on pollution across industries. with industries recognising that they have an obligation towards their surrounding, various facilities have taken initiatives and adopted measures to help industries breathe easy.


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are passed through a cooling system, forced draft cooler, spark arrester to control coarse dust and subsequently, through high efficiency bag filters to separate particulates.Other fugitive emissions The fugitive emissions caused through non-process activities such as haul roads and stock yards are managed through good housekeeping practices and regular dust suppression through fixed and mobile sprinklers.

ntPCThe 3,000-MW NTPC-Kaniha Power Station in Odisha, which consumes about 55,000 tonne of coal per day, introduced various eco-friendly steps to control water and air pollution strictly as per the State Pollution Control Board norms. This ultra-modern plant is equipped with an electro static precipitator having efficiency of more than 99% for controlling air pollution.

In the ash dyke, ample steps like earth cover and water sprinkling have been provided on the dry portion of ash dyke to control fugitive dust emission and rotational discharge principle is followed to keep the dyke wet. According to the advice of the Odisha State Pollution Control Board, the company has procured the most modern cast basalt pipes to replace the existing MS pipes. A pilot project for the use of ash in agriculture was taken up in Kamarei and Tumugula villages, where it was demonstrated that the use of ash increases yield and improves water absorption capacity. Some amount of imported coal is also consumed to reduce specific coal consumption.

tata SPonge iron ltd The company is said to be one of the cleanest and best-managed coal-based sponge iron plants in the country. Tata Sponge Iron Ltd has invested in various pollution control devices and practices to surpass the governmental norms and remain well within the limits stipulated by pollution control

authorities. These include: Pollution Control EquipmentInvesting in pollution control equipment has been integral to the company ever since its evolution in 1986. There are some installations that have helped in meeting with environmental norms, like:Electrostatic Precipitator (ESP): It cleans the process gas of its kilns in a dry state, thus dispensing with the use of water and consequent process of sludge generation, waste water recovery and cake disposal. De-dusting systems: A state-of-the-art system that arrests the menace of fugitive dust during plant operations.Dust Suppression System: A pollution control system that has been developed in-house and commissioned in the raw material preparation plant. This sprays chemicals on the raw materials circuits

to prevent the finer-sized coal and iron ore from flying.Telescopic unloading spouts: These have been fitted at the pneumatic gates of product bunkers to arrest sponge iron dust from fleeting away while they are loaded on the truck. This has proven to be very effective in reducing air pollution in the finished product building area.Mobile vacuum cleaning van: It is the first sponge iron company to have hired the services of a mobile vacuum

cleaning van, which operates two shifts a day to clean the fugitive dust settling on the plant roads. The company incurs an annual expenditure of `60 lakh behind this facility to provide a dust-free working atmosphere for its employees.

Apart from this, a full-fledged pollution control department operates daily to ensure regular compliance to pollution control norms, take periodic readings at different locations in the plant, ensure continuous and efficient operation of various pollution control equipment and liaise with government authorities on various environmental issues.

The department is equipped with advanced pollution monitoring equipment like high volume samplers, stack monitoring kit, sound level meters, etc. Over and

above the expenses incurred by the department, the company spends an annual expenditure of approximately `5 crore towards the operation and maintenance of various equipment installed in the works and on other measures for effective conservation of environment.

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Reject products that use unsafe or questionable ingredients in them. Residue from dangerous products such as solvents, acids and heavy metals find their way into the environment through storm drains or landfills. Reject companies and products that discourage sustainability and recycling of

their products. Look at companies that use minimum packaging, such as concentrated formula detergents, or reusable versions of products, which reduce the pollution generated during material production.

Support companies that promote eco-friendly or green methods of manufacturing.

Conserve electricity, it will reduce the pollution created by coal-burning power plants. Wider use of sustainable and alternative fuels for electricity production is advisable.

Selecting a fuel-efficient vehicle is an essential step for pollution prevention. One year of using fuel-efficient vehicles reduces greenhouse gas emissions by one tonne.

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StateS’ InItIatIveS

he ‘infamous’ Bhopal disaster, also referred to as the Bhopal Gas Tragedy, was considered

one of the world’s worst industrial disasters. The mishap that occurred on a chilly winter night of December 1984 at the Union Carbide India Ltd (UCIL) pesticide plant in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, still brings back horrific nightmares to the residents. Over 5,00,000 people were exposed to methyl isocyanate gas and other chemicals. A government affidavit in 2006 stated the leak caused 5,58,125 injuries including 38,478 temporary partial injuries and approximately 3,900 severely and permanently disabling injuries.

The incident is just a precursor to the many such deadly and poisonous

gases and hazardous waste that have led their way into the atmosphere and have been adversely affecting the biodiversity for years. In an attempt to keep a check on industrial pollution, various state bodies in India have come up with certain initiatives. While some are keeping a tab on industrial waste, others are insisting on adopting eco-friendly technology. Here’s taking a look at some of these initiatives taken by various states…

KarnataKaThe Karnataka State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB) has recently announced that it will start collecting hazardous waste from industrial units in Bengaluru. “Reaching out to the industries is a way to make them aware of the pollution being caused due to indiscriminate disposal of hazardous waste, particularly from Medium and

Small Scale Enterprises (MSMEs),” said KS Vamanacharya, Chairman, KSPCB, in a statement.

The Board has taken the initiative to establish a closed-loop system to collect hazardous waste from the industries’ doorsteps, in Bengaluru, in association with used oil reprocessing company Arun Industries, which operates within Peenya Industrial Area (PIA), and hazardous waste incineration facility by Bangalore Incinerators Ltd, Tumkur. At PIA, of the 1,521 operating industries, 221

are covered under Hazardous Waste (Management, Handling and Tran boundary) Rules, 2008. They are major industries generating considerable quantity of hazardous waste. “The initiative will help more than 500 MSMEs that are operating in Peenya and are not covered under Hazardous Waste Rules, 2008. These MSMEs are to handover the hazardous waste at their doorsteps to the authorised agencies at a regular frequency,” informed Vamanacharya

Majority of MSMEs in Bengaluru are operating in small sheds and do not have sufficient place for setting up a hazardous waste storage facility. They are generating meagre quantity of hazardous waste such as used oil from servicing of DG sets and other engines, oil soaked cotton waste and filters, grinding muck and waste coolant.

JharKhandStarting as a regulator with the chief instrumentality of command and control, Jharkhand State Pollution Control Board (JSPCB) has been in the process of re-strategising its approach, by being proactive and result oriented. The Board is also being technology driven as newer and advanced technology is generally found to be environment-friendly, often aiming at waste reduction. JSPCB’s Vision 2012–20 has a dual responsibility. First, it has to carve ways and means

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to preserve the ‘virginity’ of the rural areas. Simultaneously, it has to see that the existing industries switch over to newer and advanced technology that are environment-friendly as well as upcoming industries are meticulously sited and are harnessed with state-of-the-art technologies. JSPCB believes that reduce, recycle and reuse would be the key words, which will rewrite the history of the future environment management.

In the recent yearS… Haryana: The Haryana Government ordered the closure of 639 industrial units in 2010–11 for violation of water and air pollution norms. The Ministry of Environment and Forests also launched a prosecution against 151 other industrial units in the special environment courts in Faridabad and Kurukshetra. Nine Common Effluent Treatment Plants (CETPs) and 29 Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) had been installed for the treatment of effluents from industrial clusters and sewage effluent generated in various towns of the state. West Bengal: The West Bengal Pollution Control Board (WBPCB) sent a ‘16-point directive’ to the 58 sponge iron factories in 2012. Various sponge iron factories in the state responded to its proposals to reduce pollution through use of coal-bed methane. The sponge iron factories were suggested to switch to coal-bed methane for the manufacture of sponge iron to indirectly reduce pollution.

MarKet-FrIendly eMISSIonS ScheMeThe Ministry of Environment and

Forests initiated a market-friendly emission trading system in 2011. The market-based mechanism was said to reduce cost of compliance, make the regulatory environment

more predictable and raise investment & growth. It has a system of self-regulation among industrial units by putting a price on emission of pollutants. It was started as a two-year pilot emission trading scheme, at an estimated cost of `360 crore and covered 1,000 industries, near Gujarat, Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra.

Given that a market-based system will reduce the costs compliance, it will be easier in the long run to introduce new regulations that enhance the quality of the environment. It will, therefore, pave the way for stricter and more robust environmental regulations without constraining industrial growth.

The emission trading system puts a price for emissions, making it costly to pollute, thus incentivising polluters to reduce emissions. This marks a shift from the command control system, where state pollution control boards determined the emission levels of individual units. In the market-based system, where a price is set on emissions, the regulator or state pollution control board sets an overall limit for emissions of different pollutants and industrial units self-regulate to ensure that these limits are not breached. Broadly, the state pollution control board will set a limit on the amount of categories of air pollutants that can be emitted on the basis of its desired concentration in the atmosphere. The state regulator then allocates through permits the ‘acceptable’ level of emissions to industrial units. The industrial units can trade this right to emit. So, units which exceed the set level will have to buy permits from those who manage to restrain emissions to below the cap.

Pollution emissions will be measured in real-time using continuous emissions monitoring. This will help in lowering pollution levels at lower overall costs of compliance.

It IS not all aBout InItIatIVeSAs rightly said by Ralph Bicknese, “Sustainability is about ecology, economy and equity.” It is more profitable to prevent pollution rather than deal with it after it has spread. To avert pollution before it is caused is the best course. Hence, various initiatives have been taken and many more will see the light of day soon. On the other hand, many vouch for continuous modernisation in environment management equipment. However, according to experts, the right mix of technology and initiatives taken in time will curb industrial pollution.

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• The Indian Parliament enacted the Water(PreventionandControlofPollution)ActonMarch23,1974.

• In 1976, India became the first countryto make provisions for the protection ofenvironment in itsConstitution through the42ndAmendment.

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Punjab is among the worst defaulters in the country with at least seven grossly polluting industrial units dumping their toxic waste directly in the rivers and lakes. The latest environment report of the state, Environment Statistics, has expressed concern over the present industrial scenario having a depressing effect on the economy. Of the 20 grossly polluting industries, not even half, nine units, comply with norms regarding water pollution. The others are discharging toxic waste in the state’s lifeline—its rivers and lakes. Punjab ranks seventh on the list of defaulting states with most other states—Bihar, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Assam and Jharkhand—managing to have not a single such polluting unit.

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Green ManufacturinG: addressinG enerGy issues


lot is being spoken about the extinction of fossil fuels all over the world. Considering the current trend, it is estimated that the shelf life of fossil fuels is not more than a 100 years from now. We have made progress in terms of creating

alternative sources of energy, but nothing has turned out to be substantial enough to replace the actual fuel. Some are additives, some are gaining ground & receiving massive support from the government, some are being questioned about their effectiveness and some are way too dangerous to work with—glycerol, solar, ethanol & nuclear energy to be precise. There have been mass extinctions before and there will be mass extinctions; only this time, we will be better prepared. The necessity to research and develop alternative fuels has been realised and man is leaving no stone unturned to ensure that he survives 100 years from now. The potential energy crisis has turned out to be an object of motivation for innumerable people and organisations from various walks of life.

The poTenTial called Green alGae BiofuelGreen Algae Biofuel is one of the emerging fuels that have shown tremendous potential to replace conventional fossil fuels. A lot has been tried and a lot needs to be done. But

going by the results, it has tremendous potential to become one of the most desirable areas to work upon. Replacing fossil fuels with algae to make biodiesel is an exciting possibility and many people are working on it. Biofuels have been around for as long as cars have. Early diesel engines were shown to run smoothly on peanut oil. Henry Ford was once almost successful in running his Model TS with ethanol. But there have been airing questions regarding the efficiency of biofuels. What goes into the production of biofuels is proving to be the cause of concern for many. It is common knowledge that the production of biofuels requires the cultivation of plants in large spaces of land. This is the only way to turn more crops into fuel. However, the process of growing crops, using fertilisers and pesticides for their better growth (which in fact consumes energy generated out of fossil fuels), spending energy in the treatment of plants and their processing, all aggregate to the consumption of a large amount of energy—high enough in numbers to raise questions about its effectiveness. On one hand, we are replacing it with fossil fuels and on the other, we are consuming the same fuel to generate a replacement! There

have also been questions on whether ethanol from corn actually provides more energy than the energy it takes to process it.

Green algae are small biological agents that use photosynthesis as a medium to transform carbon dioxide and sunlight into energy. While going through the photosynthesis process, algae produce oil. The amount of oil generated by algae in one acre of land is 15 times more than other plants

creating solutions that are environmentally benign has become the need of the hour in the

techno-economic cosmos. Biofuel is termed as a game changer in the energy generation field. Of

the various options available to generate biofuel, green algae has shown a lot of promise when it comes to replacing the actual fuel. here is an

insight into biofuel generation from green algae.

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Big names like Mercedes e320, e300, Toyota prius, chevrolet Tavera have all vouched for algae biofuel on indian as well as

international roads. also, a european aerospace company has developed an algae-powered fuelcraft.

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used for biofuels, such as corn, switchgrass and seaweed. These biological agents are so efficient that they can double their weight several times a day after this process and hence, lead to more effective oil generation.

alGae: GrowinG Greener avenues Algae can be grown naturally and through a planned process. All one needs is water, sunlight and carbon dioxide. It can grow in contaminated water, fresh water, salt water, sea,

ponds and even on land not suitable for food production. They are usually placed around large manufacturing

units that emit stockpiles of carbon dioxide because it facilitates oil production in their

system and makes them grow even better when fed with the same. Also, they are

easy to grow, consume less amount of land and can be tweaked with

the help of various processes to produce large amounts without disturbing food sources and natural habitats.

The ManufacTurinG processThe main concern lies in getting oil from algae. It is not

that simple, but it is not that difficult either! There are various

ways to get oil from algae. One is mechanical, and the other is a

chemical process. Algae oil press is the most common mechanical method.

The method is good to extract 75% of oil from algae. The Hexane solvent method

can extract 95% of oil from algae. This method makes use of the press method, wherein the press first

squeezes out the oil and the leftover algae is then mixed with hexane, filtered and cleaned to make sure that there is no chemical left in the oil. One method that can extract 100% of the oil from algae is the supercritical fluids method. When a substance is pressurised and heated to change its composition into liquid or gas, carbon dioxide acts as a supercritical fluid. Upon mixing carbon dioxide with algae, carbon dioxide turns the algae completely into oil. However, this method is usually not preferred due to the use of additional equipment and work. One more important constituent of algae is byproducts. Algae create fertilisers and feedstock as byproducts that can be used for other processes too.

painTinG a Greener picTureAccording to industry experts, algae biofuel does not have a major presence in India. The Biofuel Authority, Rajasthan, and Beckons Industries in Mohali, Punjab, are the two

prominent institutions that carry out algae biofuel-related projects in India. Rajasthan Biodiesel Authority has been working in collaboration with Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur, and Arid Forest Research Institute, Jodhpur, which provides them with the initial research results that helps in the implementation of the project. RK Sharma, Asst CEO, MIS, states, “Currently, the Government of Rajasthan is supporting the generation of biofuels through algae, jatropha plants by implementing new programmes and policies like Biodiesel Blending Program (BDBP) and Biodiesel Purchase Policy, supporting the development of these plants by providing total waste land for cultivation purpose.” He adds, “Various types of experimental projects have been implemented in the state and the outcome of these projects has been positive. BDBP mandates blending biodiesel in High Speed Diesel (HSD) in order to achieve our target of effecting 5% blending by the year 2012.”

Apart from this, biotechnology centres have been established, waste lands have been effectively utilised and high-quality research has helped Rajasthan become the hotspot for algae biofuel. Various states like Punjab and Uttar Pradesh, among others, are now coming forward to adopt this technology for a greener future.

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Once oil is extracted, it is refined using fatty acid chains in a process called transesterification. Here is the process flow:Acid EsterificationAcid esterification increases the yield of biodiesel. Oil feedstocks undergo the esterification process when they contain excess of free fatty acids. Feedstocks are filtered sufficiently by removing all water as well as contaminants before they undergo esterification. Only upon filtration are they fed to the acid esterification process. Sulphuric acid is used as a catalyst, which is dissolved in methanol and mixed with pretreated oil. Upon heating and stirring, the free fatty acids are converted into biodiesel. The solution is dewatered after which transesterification is performed. TransesterificationPotassium hydroxide is used as a catalyst; it is dissolved in methanol and mixed with the pretreated oil. The co-products of this reaction are biodiesel and glycerin.Methanol recoveryTo prevent reaction reversal, methanol is removed after separating biodiesel and glycerin. Methanol is then cleaned and recycled back to the beginning of the process.Biodiesel RefiningAfter separation from glycerin, biodiesel goes through a purification process, removing all the remaining alcohol and catalyst. It is then dried and stored.

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anufacturer’s stewardship today is shifting towards increasing productivity and retaining costs. But, to his dismay, no eminent and appealing solution has been found. Activist groups the world over have begun to show

strong support for companies that are undertaking green manufacturing. It is not only helping them economically but has also benefitted them to impress customers who are conscious and aware about the harm most of the industries are causing the planet.

Whether you install energy-efficient lightings, make use of trash to generate electricity or use eco-friendly machinery to build utilities, your green initiatives will put you in the limelight. It is becoming increasingly clear that the future of manufacturing will make significant improvements in energy standards in the days to come. IT solutions may provide great support in getting the right things at right time and stepping up the pace for a faster and environmentally cleaner process.

What can ‘It’ do? Virtually everything! Factory modelling, process planning, simulation, collaboration, virtual factory setup, human fatigue measurement and optimisation of design process are some of the many benefits of IT. And all of these benefits have a direct connection to going green. IT solutions can link people, process, technology and information throughout the entire operation irrespective of how old your machinery is. Besides, reactions and experiments, which are difficult to perform in real-life conditions, can very easily be done through simulation. Checking machine responses to high-temperature, simulating strange conditions and analysing a machine’s reaction to change a particular component are much better done through IT. Industrial surveys indicate that the use of IT can reduce energy consumption by 10–20% that too without high capital expenditure.

An example of a company, which has benefitted from using a combination of automation and IT solutions is PUMA. The sport brand’s Scandinavian central warehouse had taken a decision to switch their warehousing operations from paper-based to paper-less automatic warehouse management. The company, which could not afford any error in delivering the right goods to right manufacturer, had recorded a high count of incorrect deliveries. Using a combination of IT and automation, it now achieves 99% correctness in their goods delivered. A small change in the warehousing paradigm has eliminated all the unwanted negativity generated due to the lack of results nowhere near acceptable standards. Now, barcode readers and handheld computers do the picking of inventory and incoming & outgoing goods. The automated systems take input from the IT solutions to pick-up and dispatch the right item at the right business line. The system has had a positive impact on all the employees of

there is slight shift in the manufacturing industry’s thinking process. Industries today have become more environmentally conscious and are

trying to utilise waste to the maximum, build more energy-efficient machines and thus reduce their

carbon footprint. In such testing times, It plays an important role in facilitating their manufacturing

process, while helping them earn green profits.

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the warehouse. The company is pleased with the increase in turnover figures because from now on, they can think big and expand their facility, which they have already done.

ScenarIo In IndIa… According to Navneet Punj, Head – Business Operations at Wide Bridge Consulting Pvt Ltd, “The Indian manufacturing sector is at a very nascent stage as far as implementing green IT solutions are concerned; however, the awareness of IT solutions has been spreading owing to cost pressure, international quality standards and environmental awareness among the masses.” The company has developed a Manufacturing Process Monitoring Software in November 2011, which eliminates paper-based job cards/work orders that records all transactions by scanning small barcode labels/RFID tags/imaging technology (both of which completely eliminate the use of paper) and stores all the QC test data in digital format, eliminating paper based forms. “Though no formal study has been done in tabulating energy savings, an engineering company where we suggested the use of RFID, replacing paper-based barcode labels by reusable RFID tags helped them save about `25 lakh. Furthermore, it completely eliminated the use of paper-based job cards,” he adds.

SoftWare MeetIng InduStry deMandIndian as well as international companies have manufactured software, which are helping industries implement green initiatives. The European Union-funded Energy Software Tools for Sustainable Machine Design (ESTOMAD) is one such tool used for design, modelling and simulation purposes. This software models the functional behaviour of a machine and can simulate the flow of energy, allowing multiple capabilities to balance and optimise machine performance and energy-efficiency in a similar simulation environment.

The US Department of Energy’s Industrial Technologies Program is also one of the free software tools for compressed air, pump, fan, motors, process heating and steam systems developed with an aim to measure energy usage and motivate the industries to reduce energy consumption. Quick Plant Energy Profiler (Quick PEP) is also one of the software tools, which quickly identifies areas that can reduce energy consumption and emissions after diagnosing an industrial plant’s energy use. Ezar Engineering Pvt Ltd, a value-added reseller for SolidWorks compounded Computer Aided Design (CAD), Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) and Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) solutions. It has developed a software application and measures for product and manufacturing processes by using SolidWorks Sustainability, which allows users to measure the environmental impact of the products they design. The application fully integrates the sustainability of products into SolidWorks and provides real-time feedback on the environmental impacts of carbon

footprint, total energy consumed and the effects on water & air. The application also quantitatively assesses the environmental impact of a product throughout its entire lifecycle—i.e., from the procurement of the raw materials to the production, distribution, use, disposal and recycling of that product. The assessments of the energy emissions and its impact on environment can help manufacturers gain better insights into planning to curb the hazardous impact of their product on the environment.

the IndIan connectIonIT solutions have a strong presence in the Indian market and companies using them have benefitted and shown remarkable improvements. The automotive & auto component industry and discreet manufacturing industries place most demand for IT solutions. Not only do IT solutions eliminate all the troubles a manufacturer has to face, it also gives better insights for planning, offers a sneak peek into a company’s past performance and compares it with the present scenario, shows numerous ways to curb energy usage smartly and helps to keep you up-to-date with the current changes in the market. Seeing diverse fluctuations in policies, irregular workers, high electricity prices, it is not only a smart way to save money but also a medium to retain a strong foothold and prominence in a highly competitive global industry.

Digital manufacturing makes use of computer-based simulations, 3D visualisations and collaboration tools, which help create product and process definitions simultaneously. A comprehensive digital manufacturing stewardship can help manufacturers get the most out of the product lifecycle management. They allow manufacturing engineers to consider various aspects of a manufacturing industry virtually, define a manufacturing process using objectives like tooling, assembly lines, work centres, facility layout, ergonomics and resources. Using digital manufacturing, an automotive Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) can design the entire manufacturing process digitally, which may cover every aspect of the manufacturing industry, viz., tooling, machining, assembly sequencing and factory layout. Instead of building a prototype and spending large amounts of money, raw materials and manpower to build a prototype, digital manufacturing can be used as it will provide the manufacturer detailed analysis on his computer and give him the exact details & specifications of the outcome. It will be much easier not only for designers to switch to designing the next vehicle programme but also for the manufacturing engineer to analyse any constraints in the part manufacturability. This type of integration between the manufacturing engineer and designers will give a view of the complete process holistically.

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iven the rising levels of awareness on the importance of conserving energy, companies are designing energy-efficient products. Today, from the cars that we drive to the appliances that we use, saving energy tops the

list of our purchasing agenda. For instance, in the case of home appliances, there is a star rating system for indicating energy efficiency of appliances. In addition, there is growing awareness about using Light Emitting Diode (LED) lamps, in place of the traditional mercury vapour lamps, used in factories. Customers are fast realising the importance of high returns on investment under the long-

term horizon. They are opting for green forms of products rather than conventional or traditional forms, which are powered by non-renewable sources of energy.

Conserving energy has become the prime concern of companies too; some companies have begun to utilise eco-friendly machinery and equipment to make their production process lean and green. While the going green trend in manufacturing is fast catching up, factors such as high initial investment costs is giving manufacturers second thoughts. Nonetheless, in a bid to repair the damage, the government is encouraging manufacturers to procure green equipment for their production processes by introducing green-friendly policies and setting up a conducive regulatory framework in the form of subsidies, tax-concessions, fiscal incentives, etc. In addition, the government’s vision to increase the share of manufacturing in India’s GDP to 25% by 2025 has created enormous opportunities for the implementation of green technologies in the manufacturing processes.

Developing renewable energy will come as a big boost for using green equipment in the Indian manufacturing sector. The government has launched Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission, under which it aims to develop 20,000 MW of solar power by 2022. India has vast sources of

renewable energy waiting to be tapped. It has been estimated that India has the potential to generate about 80,000 MW of renewable energy-based grid connected power.

Transforming The manufacTuring process The growing demand for energy-

Today, sustainability and energy efficiency have emerged as the new mantras to make a manufacturing company competitive. But over a period of time, there has been a dramatic transformation in the thought process. Companies have now begun to opt for green equipment over conventional forms. Additionally, the dire needs to tackle challenges posed by global warming, climate change and energy scarcity are some of the factors that have escalated the demand for green equipment as well as eco-friendly products for industrial consumption.

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gThey can be termed as a broad category of tools and solutions that comprise of machinery, which save energy and bring down the level of emissions, among other benefits.

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efficient products has led to a transformation in the manufacturing processes. Companies today are opting for green technologies to make their manufacturing green. By opting for ISO-certified equipment, energy-efficient lighting systems and other energy-conserving equipment, the manufacturing sector is working towards making its manufacturing processes energy efficient.

Giving a perspective of pumps and blowers industry, Amit Kapur, Director, Everest Group, says, “In the late 90s, clean process requirements initiated the development of the dry vacuum pumps. Today, they are readily available; most process applications use dry pumps and dry pumping packages. The trend to replace lubricated pumps by dry pumps is now spreading over to many other market segments. For the pharmaceutical industry, the benefits of implementing dry pumps have been huge, like in terms of cost of ownership, process contamination, up-time and effective solvent recovery with practically zero discharge into the atmosphere.”

“Dry vacuum systems are changing the face of technology in the world of process industries; it is turning out to be efficient, reliable & eco-friendly for pharmaceutical, chemical & petrochemical industries,” he adds. The technology offers many advantages over traditional technology of liquid media pumps and finds application in various process-related industries such as distillation, drying, evaporation, crystallisation, deodorisation, filtration & general purpose vacuum, etc., he explains.

Highlighting the economics of using eco-friendly dry pumps for the industry, he says, “Though the initial investment in dry pumps is high, the operational cost is comparatively less. This has resulted in the shortest payback of the machine and has led to various benefits such as less utilities & waste disposal and better recovery of the product, thereby maintaining the product’s quality, reducing process temperatures, etc. All these factors have led to the creation of eco-friendly systems and highly efficient process results.”

Further, from the maintenance perspective, Kapur explains that the maintenance of these dry systems is easy as compared to traditional pumps as there is no fluid present. Hence, there is no need to frequently check for contamination. These pumps only use oil for lubrication of gears, which need to be checked over the prescribed period of time depending upon the properties of the lube oil used. Moreover, as there are no rubbing parts inside the pump, there is not much to be taken care of inside the pump…hence, the pump provides trouble-free working for years.”

The implementation of green equipment has found relevance in all the major manufacturing sectors like

automotive, electronics, power, etc. In the current scenario, where India is facing high levels of energy crisis and natural resources are fast depleting, adopting green is critical

for a company to sustain in the market under the long-term horizon. Further, using cheaper source of power will make companies more competitive.

going green is imperaTiveToday, all the issues related to high levels of emissions, global warming and steps to protect the environment have taken centre stage in almost all the developed as well as developing countries. There is huge scope for penetration of green in the Indian manufacturing sector, as the country continues to post high levels of emissions.

Such a scenario has created a steep growth in the demand and application of green and eco-friendly equipment in the manufacturing and production processes for a company, operating in any part of the globe. Almost every country today is fast realising the importance of going green;

they are initiating steps to bring in and implement the concept of going green while ensuring that their setup is sustainable.

The use of green-driven solutions is fast gaining prominence in the Indian market. After China, the country is fast emerging as a hub for designing and innovating new technologies across various sectors due to the presence of low-cost labour as well as technically skilled manpower. These should provide a big boost to the development of green-powered products.

With the concept of conserving energy slowly and steadily catching up among Indian customers, in future, equipment and tools powered by various forms of renewable energy will replace traditional equipment. However, factors like flexibility in terms of implementing eco-friendly systems may make the transition to adopting green equipment a difficult decision and a time-consuming process for manufacturers. However, it is important to note that adopting green will help companies gear up for the future, while companies having short-term vision will lose their market share if the ignore the green call.

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According to a CII and a BCG report on manufacturing, the global market for green products is estimated at

US$ 190 bn and is expected to grow at 15% year-on-year. Also, with a growing conviction across countries and industries for a greener growth model; it is

imperative for companies to imbibe ‘green manufacturing’ as a policy.

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reen manufacturing has transformed from being a trend to becoming a necessity in manufacturing. Experience has shown that manufacturing firms, which have gone green, have saved crores of rupees each year. Going

green has been a crucial inclusion in the mission statement of several manufacturing companies since the last few years. And rightly so! It can benefit a manufacturing company in numerous ways. For instance, not only will it benefit the environment, it will also impact the consumers and shareholders, apart from the company. Here’s profiling some of the companies that are treading along the green path…

Maruti SuzukiEnvironmental considerations have led to the introduction of fuel-efficient K-series engine technology, i-GPI CNG technology, use of natural gas for captive power generation and various other environment-friendly initiatives by the company. In 2010–11, the company registered a clean development project with the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), which was said to generate carbon credits for the company. Apart from this, the company has started sending its hazardous waste to the cement industry for co-processing, thus minimising the need for depositing hazardous waste in secured landfills.

The auto giant, has also implemented an Environment Management System (EMS) as per ISO 14001 standard at their Gurgaon and Manesar facilities. It has achieved significant improvements as a result of EMS implementation. Besides, the company’s Environment Policy promotes energy conservation, 3Rs (Reduce, Reuse and Recycle), green procurement, environment-friendly mobility and environment consciousness among its direct stakeholders.

PanaSonicAccording to Panasonic’s Sustainability Report 2011–12, Panasonic AVC India (PAVCI) factory in Noida, UP, reduced its greenhouse gas emissions by 24 tonne, which surpassed their reduction target of 20 tonne. The Panasonic Carbon India (PCIN) facility in Chennai reduced emissions significantly by 182 tonne through a number of practices, including upgrading lighting technology with newer, more energy-efficient options; improving the air-conditioning technologies in the factory and replacing electric lights with transparent sheets in the roof.

The Panasonic Appliances (PAPIN) factory in Chennai, achieved a reduction of carbon dioxide (CO2) emission equal to 1,014 tonne by switching from diesel-generated electricity to private power and by adopting a more energy-efficient,

Manufacturing companies are increasingly turning towards green manufacturing and

have adopted various green initiatives in their respective facilities. Going green has helped

manufacturers cut down on energy costs. Experts predict that green manufacturing will be the most

widely used manufacturing method in the next five years. Here’s looking at some of the major

companies that are charting the green course…

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EffortS to rEducE WaStEAt the PAVCI facility, the company reduced waste by 6 tonne through conservation activities; it is also looking at reducing waste by adopting reusable plastic containers for local shipment. This facility has submitted an application to the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board to obtain authorisation for its factory e-waste. At the PCIN factory in Chennai, the company reduced waste by 48 tonne, exceeding their fiscal 2011–12 target of 40 tonne. The company’s PAPIN factory was able to achieve a reduction of 23.7 tonne of waste in fiscal 2011–12 through a number of changes in the manufacturing processes, making operations more efficient and less wasteful.

EffortS to rEducE WatEr uSaGEAt the PAPIN factory, the company implemented a wastewater recycling programme that reduced raw water consumption by 13,400 kilolitre. The PAVCI facility reduced its water use by 780 kilolitre in fiscal 2011–12, and aims to achieve further reductions in fiscal 2012–13 by replacing the water cooled air-conditioning unit with a more energy-efficient air-cooled unit, which does not consume any water. Apart from this, the company’s Jhajjar factory boasts of various eco-features, making it one of the greenest facilities the company operates globally. Here are some of the efforts the company intends to undertake towards water conservation: Rainwater harvesting: The company plans to harvest 100% rainwater that falls on the site each year to reuse during the dry seasons.Wastewater recycling: They are also looking at recycling 100% of the domestic and industrial water used on-site; with their sewage and effluent treatment plants at the facility, the company will reuse more than 130 kilolitre of water every day.Emissions reductions: The company uses low-sulphur diesel fuels during the construction and operation of the plant to reduce CO2 emissions.

Renewable energy use: They are also looking at installing a 44 kilowatt solar power system at the facility, and are using many high-efficiency compact fluorescent and LED lights to maximise the ability to use green energy in operating the plant.

MaHindra Mahindra Reva Electric Vehicles Pvt Ltd inaugurated its first platinum-rated automobile manufacturing facility in Bengaluru last year. The world-class energy-efficient, green manufacturing facility speaks

volumes. To start with, the entire factory premise is declared as a ‘No Smoking’ zone. Besides, ample use of natural light and 100% use of LED lights are among the features of this plant. The plant itself is made of highly recyclable content and locally available materials, which makes it commendable.

The auto company also promotes, rainwater harvesting with 48KL capacity in this plant. Apart from this, it also houses a water softening plant with 2,000 LPH capacity, RO water plant with 500 LPH capacity, sewage treatment plant with 25 KL capacity, drip irrigation system for landscape and 30% savings in potable water through usage of low flow rate faucets. The facility also focuses on waste segregation and recycling; also 75% of construction waste is reused at the facility. Moreover, the company prefers high recycle content and use of locally available material for construction.

On a ‘greener’ nOteIt may take an initial investment for a company to start taking green initiatives, but once the investment is done, one can see immediate results. Green manufacturing is a first step towards sustainability, but companies also need to take into consideration other factors like transportation and storage of manufactured goods. The steps taken today will begin to lead manufacturers in the right direction towards sustainability, while keeping track of the economic impact. These steps will help manufacturers strike the right balance between economy, environment and society.

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Identify the waste: Keeping a check on the harmful waste and the manufacturing process emissions will help decide on what can be fixed. Use solar or wind energy to cut down on energy costs. Changing to organic materials can also cut down on harmful emissions.Recycle materials: One of the simple ways to go green is to start recycling. Taking a look at the products being used and finding the ones that can be re-used at the facility is suggested.Set up recycling stations: Placing bins around the facility where employees can easily access them to toss products that can be recycled will not only encourage green manufacturing but also encourage them to use bins.Regular training sessions: Everyone needs to understand the importance of going green and recycling. Offer incentives to the staff that regularly practice recycling and follow the eco-friendly process. Raw materials: Purchasing raw materials from other companies makes sure you are buying from companies that have gone green.

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Manufacturing Lines’ PerformanceOptimising Automated

DPM reading is an application requiring technology and expertise to solve difficult image analysis problems. DataMan® 300 reader offers tuning technology to automate the settings of integrated lighting to ensure an optimal light setup for the part.

art tracking or traceability is vital for those who make, store or move items through the supply chain. This data is used

in production output calculations, inventory control, revenue forecasting and other business operations. For part tracking, manufacturers mark it with a permanent code, Direct Part Mark (DPM). These are used due to small size, error correction and data that can be stored as compared to traditional 1D barcodes and as anti-counterfeiting measures. Automated image-based ID readers can decode DPM, while laser scanners can only read 1D linear barcodes, eliminating the need to manually enter data during production and increasing efficiency.

CODe SeLeCtiOnIndustry standards groups define codes

for given applications like ISO 29158 (formerly known as AIM DPM). Data Matrix ECC200 is recommended and used by metal, glass, ceramic or plastic materials industries. Being flexible, these codes offer formats to encode between 6-3, 116 digits in a single code. They support Reed Solomon error correction, allowing the code to be decoded even if 60% of the code is damaged.

MArking PrOCeSSeS AnD PLACeMent2D DPM codes are marked on part depending upon material composition, part application and environmental conditions. The decision includes part life expectancy, material composition, environmental wear & tear and production volume as also surface texture, amount of data to be encoded on each part, available space for and

location of the mark.

APPLiCAtiOnS Fast marking of moving parts,

offers good contrast It is used in automotive and

aerospace industries due to demanding lifecycle requirements

The code’s location on a part can impact code readability and should be visible throughout the manufacturing process and provide a ‘clear zone’ free of part features and edges, noise/texture or other interference. The most difficult reading situations include cylindrical or shiny parts, creating code distortion and specular reflection. Laser marking applies heat to parts that causes the surface to melt, vaporise or change and depends on the laser’s interaction with the marking material. Its applications

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Electro Chemical Etching (ECE) is where the mark is produced from metal oxidation on marked surface through stencil impression. It is used in low-volume marking of round surfaces or for stress sensitive parts of jet engines, automobiles and medical devices.

AnAtOMy Of A DAtA MAtrix CODeThe Data Matrix symbol comprises a finder pattern, quiet zone and clocking & data region. Each individual element is referred to as a module (cell). The finder or ‘L’ pattern consists of two orthogonal lines and is used to locate code position in view field. The quiet zone is free from all other markings that surround the symbol on all four sides. The opposite sides of the finder pattern are alternating dark and light modules, called clocking. The configuration of light and dark modules makes up the data region to be decoded by the ID reader.

DAtA enCODing AnD reADAbiLityData encoding is information that is ‘stored’ within the generated Data Matrix code. It is driven by the company specifications or the requirements of a traceability project. When selecting data to encode, one should consider the available space on the part, as the code size can affect readability. Readability defines how easy or difficult it is for a reader to read a code. If it is not readable, then the part is not processed and the production line comes to a halt. It is crucial for manufacturers to achieve Six Sigma read rates and 3.4 defects per one million reads.

SeLeCting A SOLutiOnAfter selecting the code type, encoding data, process and location for the mark, it has to read DPM codes on parts received from others. Consistent mark quality cannot be guaranteed. The requirement is to provide high

read rates, ensuring high throughput and complete traceability for readers. Here are some of the factors that need to be kept in mind when selecting a solution: Decoding Software

Code reading algorithms form the basis for any image-based ID reader. Many variables impact code readability like distortion due to part material composition, variations in part presentation or variability caused by manufacturing process. If bumps on part surface of a cast are similar in size or shape to dot peen marks of code, readability suffers as it blends in with bumps in surrounding image. Inspecting mark quality is called verification; it is in the industry’s guidelines and takes place offline.

Successful code location within view field is the first step in reading. Code pattern with consistent shape and size modules and different from other features provide reliable decoding. However, it can be challenging due to variations in surface texture, part presentation during process, variability of marking machines and changes that the parts undergo throughout their lifecycle.2DMax+™ technology, handles DPM codes irrespective of the marking method or surface. Image Formation

A reading solution should tolerate change in contrast, focus and degradation to code without changing the parameter settings as these will lower installation cost and minimise bottleneck issues. When determining resolution requirements, higher resolut ion readers can maintain high PPM for larger view field, allowing for more positional uncertainty. For high-speed applications, a standard resolution reader would provide faster performance. Lighting is important for

DPM applications involving metals or other difficult-to-read materials as it can make or break a process. Ease of Use

When readers are deployed, it should communicate results to another device and integrate into existing plant networks. For establishing a communications link between a reader and a PC at the enterprise level, it should support standard network protocols, including: EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, MC Protocol and

Modbus/TCP. Cognex Connect™ assures a seamless and reliable communications link between Cognex products and factory network.

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F oreign Direct investment (FDi) The next Five Year Plan and the subsequent plans will require more

capacity addition. Inclusion of a certain percentage of foreign investment will help inject capital and global practices in the vital interface between buyers & sellers of electricity, and make the market more competitive. FDI approval will help foreign investors step into the

area and help power exchanges raise funds & bring advanced technology. With the increase in private sector participation in the power sector and the market moving from a regulated to a market-driven regime, more buyers & sellers are opting to trade electricity through exchanges. At

the same time, the transmission and distribution facilities have to upgrade to generate additional power. This will need enormous investment beyond the capacity of Indian investors. The FDI Policy of the Government of India in the power sector therefore needs to be reviewed.

evacuation FacilitiesEvacuation capacity determines the quantum of production and should

match with the production capacities in existence as well as with those envisaged. Any mismatch could lead to piling up of stocks, resulting in not meeting the customers’ demands. Our country is not yet geared up to take care of transmission and evacuation of power generated. This has resulted in

a lopsided situation; there is choking of generated power, which cannot be distributed. The infrastructure of transmission and distribution has to go hand in hand with that of generation; the agencies in charge of transmission should plan well ahead to take care of this anomaly.

Fuel supply agreement anD power purchase agreementIndependent Power Producers (IPPs)

need to enter into a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with DISCOMS before getting the commitment of fuel supply. There is a mismatch between PPA and Fuel Supply Agreement (FSA) and so, they are unable to get assurance of fuel supply to produce the power which they are committed to.

roadmap for bright prospects in 1947, when india became independent, the total installed capacity of power generation was 1,400 mw and the per capita was 19 Kwh. today, the installed capacity of generation is almost 1,90,000 mw; there are plans to increase the capacity by at least 20,000 mw each year. the current Five year plan envisages generation addition of 1,00,000 mw out of which 60,000 mw is expected of power companies from the private sector. in the 12th plan, the government expects the private sector’s contribution to the overall funding to go up to more than half. to achieve these objectives, here’s taking a look at what india needs...

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obstacles to growth There are other pressing matters preventing the growth of the power sector. Few to be taken into consideration are:Amendments required in the Electricity Act 2003: The Government of India has realised that mere structural changes will not transform the sector. The Electricity Act 2003 has thrown a number of challenges for the players in the sector, especially the SEBs. Some of the key concerns expressed by investors and project developers pertain to the perceived lack of sanctity of contract in the power sector, the perceived misuse of Sections 11 and 108 to issue policy directives that can adversely affect revenues of power generators, regulatory and policy uncertainties that persist despite the existence of the Electricity Act 2003.

Lack of open access: Lack of open access in intra-state transmission has stifled the development of the power market, jeopardising competition. The competition is only feasible if players in the power market are permitted access to both intra and inter-state transmission networks

on payment of reasonable charges. Lack of open access has also restricted transfer of power from surplus to deficit regions and failed to optimise procurement costs.

To help facilitate a successful open-access regime, DISCOMS are to create infrastructure and remove

last mile connectivity problems for consumers.Coal supply issues: Coal India Ltd has been unable to meet the requirements as the pace of supply has dropped to less than half of the demand. Power demand is surging at over 20% per annum and coal remains the main

source of fuel to generate electricity. The core issues with regard to coal in India is the allocation of captive coal blocks without open bidding, which has caused the national exchequer a colossal loss in recent times. The government

needs to address logistical issues involving ports, rail networks, etc., to remove bottlenecks and improve coal supply in the long run.

Asok Dasgupta, President, Independent Power Producers Association of India (IPPAI)

our country is not yet geared up to take care of transmission and evacuation of power generated. this has resulted in a lopsided situation; there is choking of generated

power, which cannot be distributed. the infrastructure of transmission and distribution has to go hand in hand with that of generation; the agencies in charge of transmission

should plan well ahead to take care of this anomaly.


Policy considerations for uPcoming budget

Making India’s growthsustainable

urrently, the Eurozone crisis, economic turmoil in the US like the fiscal cliff, the lower cost

competitiveness of China (due to rising wages and appreciating Yuan) and increased competition in low-cost manufacturing have immensely impacted the global manufacturing landscape.

As part of the initiatives taken to remain sustainable, presently, developed market purchasers are aggressively trying to develop and expand their business base in Asian and African countries, which boast of strong financial regulatory regimes and huge untapped markets. This has created an opportunity for India to emerge as a global manufacturing powerhouse, given that the country has a large & growing domestic market, right geographical locations, natural resources and demographic advantage.

However, for India to make the most out of this scenario, the concerned authorities need to come up with a

policy framework aimed at promoting the creation of modern infrastructures and ensure power & energy security, a flexible taxation system and the

development of Special Economic Zones (SEZs).

Many countries are taking initiatives to become attractive investment destinations. For instance, Thailand has approved a US$72-billion investment in infrastructure projects from 2012–17; Malaysia has doubled its export target and is aggressively negotiating its Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with Australia, Turkey and the EU. Mexico approved a wide-reaching labour reform bill in November 2012 and is also working on easing business norms.

In addition, countries are taking steps to encourage R&D and innovation in order to gain a competitive edge. However, India lags behind with

respect to R&D and innovation—less than 1% of the country’s GDP is invested in R&D and there are only 190 R&D professionals per million population, as compared

to 1,100 in China and more than 5,000 in Germany. The number of patents granted to Indians in FY2011 was approximately 2,000 as compared to around 85,000 in China and 190,000 in the US.

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the growth of the Indian manufacturing sector has witnessed a slowdown over the last few years—from a trajectory of 8–9%, the growth of manufacturing GDP decreased to a CAGR of 2.5% over 2010–12 and almost flattened (0.5%) during the first six months of the financial year of 2012–13. Ironically, this scenario arose after the announcement of the national Manufacturing Policy, which had an ambitious vision for manufacturing to achieve a 25% share in the country’s gdP by 2022. Considering this and the prevailing economic situation, the objective of the upcoming Union Budget should be to revive growth. Infrastructure, power and energy security, along with the taxation regime, are some of the key areas where policy initiatives need to be undertaken on a bigger scale in the upcoming Budget.

as part of the initiatives taken to remain sustainable, presently, developed market purchasers are aggressively

trying to develop and expand their business base in Asian and African countries, which boast of strong financial regulatory

regimes and huge untapped markets.



the performance of the Indian manufacturing sector has been below the levels targeted under the National Manufacturing Policy. Moreover, its share in the GDP has slipped below 15%—the lowest in the last 20 years. Nevertheless, India has fared much better in terms of merchandise exports. Over 2008–11, Indian merchandise exports posted a 16% Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR). Moreover, in terms of labour wages, India enjoys a significant cost advantage as compared to other emerging market economies. However, policy initiatives in the following can play a pivotal role in strengthening India’s growth: InfrastructureIn its pre-Budget memorandum to the Ministry of Finance, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has identified the development of adequate infrastructure as the most critical prerequisite for reviving the growth momentum of the economy. Given that the 12th Plan envisages an investment of US$970 billion in infrastructure over the next five years—nearly half of which is to come from the private sector—urgent measures are required to make the sector viable and capable of attracting capital.

“There is a growing demand for augmenting our infrastructure facilities to sustain as well as accelerate the growth momentum. The fiscal policy will have to play an important role in boosting investment in the infrastructure sector, especially at a time when business sentiments are low and the economy is in the grip of a slowdown,” said Chandrajit Banerjee, Director General, CII.

Further, CII has recommended restoring a separate limit to section 80CCF outside section 80C, which would allow various government undertakings to issue tax-free bonds for making investment in railways,

power, housing and highways. In fact, private infrastructure companies should also be allowed to issue such tax-free bonds for various infrastructure activities.Abolition of Minimum Alternative Tax (MAT) for SEZsASSOCHAM has suggested the withdrawal of MAT to extend benefits to SEZ units as envisaged by the SEZ Act. According to Rajkumar Dhoot, President, ASSOCHAM, the imposition of minimum alternate tax on special economic zones has completely jeopardised the basic concept and intention of establishing an SEZ unit. Although exporters can take credit for minimum alternate tax, SEZ units exporting 100% of their services and production cannot adjust it in the first five years of operation, as they would have no tax liability to set it off against. ASSOCHAM has also suggested an increase in the limit

of MAT from the current level of `20 lakh to at least `1 crore in the case of small firms.

Commenting on the same, Dhoot said, “MAT is applicable to

all non-corporate entities. Exemption is provided to an individual or a Hindu undivided family or an association of people or a body of individuals, or an artificial juridical person, if the adjusted total income of such person does not exceed `20 lakh. The limit is very low and is inconsistent with the increased limits in other provisions like Section 44AB.”

In addition, CII asked for exempting infrastructure companies from the payment of MAT. Currently, infrastructure projects are entitled to a tax holiday under section 80IA for 10 consecutive years during the first 15–20 years of their operation. Levying MAT during this period has greatly negated the tax benefit offered under 80IA.Power and EnergyThe current Indian gas demand of 254

As per the National Manufacturing Policy, the government aspires to

increase the manufacturing sector’s contribution to the country’s GDP from the current 16% to 25% by 2022. This is expected to create 100 million additional jobs. As a ‘3D experience company’, we believe that the government could support this plan by encouraging the manufacturing sector to innovate their business processes by using technology, which can connect designers, engineers, marketing managers and other members of the value chain, in a new ‘social enterprise’. Dr Chandan Chowdhury, Md, dassault systèmes India Pvt Ltd

Providing reliable power should be the first priority. This will restore the balance between demand and supply. By accomplishing this, policy makers can then move on to address the affordability criterion as the next step. Consequently, it is critical that the over 30 GW of capacity (that is ready for commissioning and is awaiting fuel supply), is supplied with fuel immediately. This applies for both coal and gas-based plants. Also, it is now important to firmly address the dismal financial health of the state electricity boards. This needs to be done through a combination of increasing electricity tariffs (where needed) and by reducing distribution losses through reforms in the distribution sector. Banmali Agrawala, President & Ceo, ge energy India region

We hope that this Budget will finally come up with a credible road map for rolling out GST across the country. The industry has patiently waited for its implementation and the least that the government can do is to remove the ambiguity surrounding it. Additionally, we are looking forward to a sustained thrust on overall infrastructural development in the country. We anticipate provisions that will boost investments in the infrastructure sector by way of allocating higher funds for basic infrastructure like roads and power in this Budget. Tushar Mehendale, Md, electroMech

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the government needs to look at the aspects of land

acquisition and labour laws very carefully, so that

a win-win situation can be established for all the

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MMSCND far outstrips the supply. However, 120–125 MMSCND and imported LNG bridge the gap only to the extent of around 35 MMSCND. In the next four years, India’s domestic supply will reach 200 MMSCND by 2015, whereas the demand for gas is expected to be around 380 MMSCND. Rising demand and falling domestic production has pushed the share of imported gas close to 40% of the current gas consumption.

Now, if India aims to sustain the growth story, it has to ensure that the power sector grows at a pace that enables the country to constantly deliver the growth rate, which India is delivering today. Issues pertaining to fuel security along with transmission and distribution losses need to be addressed in the upcoming Budget. Further, CII has also drawn attention

to the need to extend the tax benefit for the power sector under section 80IA sunset clause, which entitles a company for tax benefits only if it starts generating power by the end of the current fiscal year. With a view to attract large investment in power generation—which is critical for growth—CII has made a case for extending the sunset clause under Section 80IA. CII has also recommended a gradual move towards the removal of diesel subsidy over the next three years.Taxation RegimeAccording to Adi Godrej, President, CII, in the given economic condition, it would have been natural to seek a stimulus including reductions in excise and service tax rates. However, in the context of the poor fiscal condition,

this would be an unreasonable request and therefore, CII has suggested that the present rates of Excise and Service Tax rates be maintained. It has also suggested that the peak customs duty be maintained at 10% since there is a huge excess capacity globally, which could pose a threat through cheap imports into India, in the event of a reduction in Customs Duty.

Looking at the external conditions, CII has also appealed to the Finance Minister to consider allowing the 2% interest rate subvention for all export sectors, as compared to the current policy of allowing this only for select segments of the industry. Alluding to the fact that investment demand has dried up significantly, Godrej has suggested that the government allow 25% accelerated depreciation for investments in plant and machinery

for a pre-defined period of 3–5 years. This should help prepone investments without affecting revenues. Similarly, a 250% weighted tax deduction on expenditure incurred by companies on going green could be considered since this would induce investments, which otherwise would not be in the plans.Land acquisition along with labour lawsThe government needs to look at the aspects of land acquisition and labour laws very carefully, so that a win-win situation can be established for all the stakeholders. On the issue of land, CII has been speaking to the government for a comprehensive Land Acquisition Process & Rehabilitation Bill, and has recommended the digitisation of land

records, zoning of land and setting up of State Land Bank Corporations. The approach towards labour laws needs to be reassessed, for instance, in the ‘permanent’ vs ‘contract’ aspect, changes are required. This issue remains one of the biggest causes of concern among the manufacturing fraternity operating in the country.

CrItICaL stePs takenIn a major step to strongly push development works in the country, quarterly targets have been fixed for various ministries. Under the policy, the activities of all the ministries involved in the development projects will be reviewed every three months. Further, monitoring will be done at three levels—the Planning Commission, the ministry and the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO). This is the first time that such review procedures have been taken up for the ministries.

The roadmap is expected to play a key role in sending positive signals for the investors. The policy can be more effective if strict guidelines are introduced for faster approval and completion of projects, especially for those that are of high national importance. This will further boost the confidence of the investors.

The government is also putting in efforts to relax the FDI norms in the retail sector, aviation sector, etc. In another major move to enhance the confidence of global investors, the government has decided to defer the implementation of the General Anti-Avoidance Rules (GAAR) to April 2013. Policy regulators are planning to review the guidelines under the policy. Each and every provision of the anti-avoidance rules should be debated and discussed threadbare by all the stakeholders—the industry, tax planners, legal professionals and tax administrators—so that a well-thought-out proposal is placed before the Parliament.

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An attempt to Bridgethe widening Trade Gap

n unsustainable CAD of 5.4% is primarily a consequence of a combination of sharp decline in merchandise

exports and relatively stable imports with exports declining at a pace of 12.2%; compared to the same quarter last year, imports merely decelerated by 4.8% on a year-on-year basis. Further, exports in the services sector also recorded lower growth during the quarter at 7.7% compared to 10.1% in the year-ago period. Given that demand conditions in the global economy remain subdued while they are relatively robust in the Indian economy, CAD is likely to remain high. Apart from restricting the size of CAD, which is $22.3 billion in the quarter under review, financing it will be a big challenge. At the current rate, India needs capital inflows close to $7.5 billion per month, which virtually leaves the external account at the mercy of foreign investors.

PressinG issues According to M Rafeeque, President, FIEO, following are some of the important issues: Contraction in gross fixed capital

formation, sharp decline in credit off-take to 3% for MSME sector and ratio of export credit to total bank credit

Gross capital formation (private sector)

have shown moderation to the extent of a high of 25% of GDP in 2007–08 (gross fixed capital formation, private sector as a percentage of GDP) to levels below 20.78%. However, what remains a cause of concern is the RBI data on credit off-take showing a sharp slump in the MSME segment to 3% from 28.7% in the previous year. Accordingly, the share of exports in total bank credit is witnessing a continuous decline and has touched a new low of about 3%. Investment linked incentives:

Towns of Excellence identified by Foreign Trade Policy (FTP)In the Union Budget 2012–13,

among others, deduction of 150% with respect to capital expenditure incurred in the following specified business, which commenced on or after April 1, 2012, was to be provided the following:- Setting up and operating a cold chain facility- Setting up and operating a warehousing facility for storage of agricultural produce

Testing facilities may be provided to incentivise entrepreneurs investing in towns of excellence identified by FTP, investment-linked incentives for setting up of common facilities/infrastructure/effluent plants as in the case of leather sector in Agra. Alternatively, since the town of excellence are skill-based clusters, weighted deduction of 150% for expenditure incurred (excluding cost of land or building) as available since 2012–13, may be extended to these clusters. Special Rates for Foreign Currency

Borrowing by Specified Companies: Deregulation of PCFC making cost of doing business uncompetitive

As deregulation of PCFC since May 2012 has also increased credit costs for the MSME export sector, MSMEs in the export sector should be included in the category to avail low-cost funds to give the necessary impetus to manufacturing and employment as also gainfully harness our vast demographic dividend. Alternatively, access to ECB window should be provided to the MSME export sector with a waiver of withholding tax. (Under the existing guidelines, withholding tax on interest payments is 5% for 3 years. For ECBs for MSME export sector, waiver of withholding tax may be granted to make ECBs to the sector more attractive) CST to be abolished

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With the union Budget 2013 round the corner, Federation of indian export Organisations (FieO), President, M rafeeque Ahmed has put forth a Pre-Budget Proposal for the government. According to him, the trade gap has expanded fivefold in less than a decade, i.e., from 2.3% of GDP in 2004 to 10% of GDP in 2012. However, the earnings from exports are increasingly insufficient to cover import requirements.


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as promised earlier during the Lok Sabha proceedings. It is a promise, which has not yet been implemented. Service Tax: Removing legal

anomaly of head office and branch office overseas being treated as independent entities under Place of Provision (POP) rules, thus making transactions of overseas office taxable

Waiver of service tax for remittance to overseas offices of Indian exporters in connection with product registration as in the case of pharma sector or in connection with business may also be considered given the fact that the POP of services introduced in the Service Tax rules effective from July 1, 2012, treats a head office and its branches located outside taxable territory as two separate legal entities and thus, taxable. Refund of state levies suffered on

export goodsExports are burdened with the incidence of state and local levies.

These levies make our exports more uncompetitive. Therefore, state taxes like VAT, Sales Tax on petroleum products; Purchase Tax, Turnover Tax, Octroi, Electricity Duty, etc., should be refunded. This will provide 2–3% benefit to exporters, particularly those dealing in commodities. Introduction of Goods & Service

Tax (GST)It is an urgent requirement for the export industry to effectively compete in the international market. FIEO strongly recommends that all taxes including VAT/Sales Tax, Electricity Duty, tax on diesel and petroleum, Purchase Tax, Turnover Tax, Octroi, etc., should be integrated into GST. The state GST and Central GST be merged a into single unified GST over a period of five years to ensure zero rebating of exports. Creation of an Export Development

Fund (EDF)SMEs exporters are provided

marketing support by most developing and developed countries for providing marketing exposure. In India, though such a support is provided, the support given under Market Development Assistance (MDA) Scheme of Department of Commerce with a total allocation of less than `100 crore, for promoting exports to US, $500 billion is just a drop in ocean. Therefore, for aggressive marketing, there is a need to create an Export Development Fund with a corpus of minimum 0.5% of preceding year’s exports. Service Tax Exemption to EPCs/

FIEOThe government provided Service Tax exemption to EPCs and FIEO for 2009–10. The request is that EPCs/FIEO, which are autonomous bodies functioning under the government with a non-profit motive, may be exempted from levy of Service Tax on retrospective basis, i.e., with effect from June, 2005.

equipment guidelines


There are sufficient regulations and standards to minimise the levels of pollution and thus give the green

quotient a boost. However, the regulations and standards along with various machines & equipment guidelines need to

be integrated in order to begin the next level of green practices on the shop floor. Here are some tips to enhance the green quotient level…

Suprita anupam

Manage your wastesA well-defined plan must be executed to manage and reduce hazardous waste. This will not only save time & money but will also ensure that the workplace is safer and cleaner. In addition, on-site recycling of solvents and used antifreeze & oil can further reduce waste as well as production timeline.

Learn How To reduceUse non-chlorinated compounds for cleaning parts. It is wise to use spring-loaded funnels or pumps to dispense and collect fluids such as antifreeze, solvents & used oil. Also, it is crucial to keep an account of how much wastewater is generated at the facility in addition to the waste stream and to locate where & how it is being discharged.

Safe STorage of HazardouS waSTe Hazardous waste poses a present or future threat to people or the environment because of properties such as explosiveness or flammability, corrosiveness or capacity to oxidise and toxicity or eco-toxicity. A leak in hazardous waste might contaminate the other usable materials as well as water near the container, which can have a devastating effect on the plant’s productivity. Therefore, until disposal or further treatment, the hazardous waste must be stored at an isolated place at the plant in leak proof containers, off the ground and covered & protected from precipitation and wash water that could carry contaminants from the materials to the storm sewer or surface water bodies.

Keep empLoyeeS informed and invoLved Technology advancements, regulations and standards are becoming stricter. Therefore, it is critical to update, upgrade and be informed about the waste reduction developments.

Also, there should be a practice of sharing and providing the details to each and every employee at the work floor. This will not only make them aware of the developments but will also make them feel equally responsible.

upgrade To eco-friendLy equipmenTControlling carbon dioxide emissions cannot be attained until the equipment are not upgraded and employees are not trained to comply with the pollution and green regulations. Using paints and solvents low in Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) can also help to make compliance easier. Also, the painting area must have a proper ventilation system that can not only capture all the paint vapours but also have the capability to enhance filtration.

enLiST THe poLLuTanTS and cHemicaLS Filtration of waste, water, oil, lubricants and solvents depend upon their chemical composition. Further, employees must be aware of the compounds and their implications over their health & surroundings, their effect on other materials/metals and so on. A company must list all the compounds present in the waste, water, oil, lubricants and solvents.

aSSimiLaTe: a muTuaL, noT individuaL approacHIt must be noted that a green approach is a collaborative and mutual approach for all the industries concerned. It cannot be achieved on an individual scale. Hence, sharing and caring is the best way to keep up the momentum. Any achievement in this regard must be shared with other industries to grow mutually. This is the only way to assimilate green.

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This section gives information about products, equipment and services available in the market. If you know what you want. . . refer to Product Index on Page 152 to find it quickly

� 8-LeveL terminaL bLock

Eight level terminal block type DS8L offers very good

wiring density particularly for marshalling applications where large number of wires are to be terminated and space is a constraint. The terminal block DS8L is available in two variants i.e. DS8L-P16 and DS8L-P32. DS8L-P16 facilitates termination of 8-input and 8-output whereas DS8L-P32 is designed for termination for 16-inputs and 16-outputs. The terminal block is constructed as per requirements specified in international standard IEC 60947-7-1 and is type tested as per the standard. Insulation housing is of polyamide 6,6 having CTI value > 600V. Current carrying part is in form of copper wire which is tin plated for protection against environmental corrosion. Operating specifications are 250V, 10A with 1.5 sq mm.

Elmex Controls Pvt LtdGujarat – IndiaTel: 265-2642021/206, 09374631319, Fax: 265-2638646Email: [email protected], [email protected]: www.elmex.net

� automotive, tubuLar and soLar batteries

Automotive, tubular and solar batteries are made from low antimony

selenium lead alloy. The water loss is minimum due to high quality tested separators, lead alloy which adds to the battery life with less frequent top ups. Automotive batteries have high cranking power which helps in starting of the vehicle even in cold weather. The batteries are designed to perform in extremely rugged conditions with warranty life cycle.

The range that are manufactured are as follows: Automotive: 2.5-180 Ah, Tubular: 90-240 Ah, Solar: 40-90 Ah.

D Force EnergyAurangabad, MaharashtraTel: 8888864210Email: [email protected]: www.dforce.co.in


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� customised eLectricaL & eLectronic encLosures

The assortment of IP-65/44 Customized Electrical & Electronic Enclosures is one of the highly

favored products in the market. It has special industrial applications in telecom, electronics, electrical & automation industry. These products are fabricated by our expert professionals, who make optimal utilization of their knowledge and resources to manufacture a splendid range of products. The product features robust design, excellent efficiency and dimensional accuracy. Moreover the product also feature Customer approved design, foreign / imported and joint venture product design and enclosure to be ready within 90 day. The company also offers customised solutions in terms of design, drawing, shape, size and applications with OEM Logo and color as specified by the customer.

Maharaja plastic IndustriesNew Delhi Tel: +91 11 4754 3024Fax: +91 11 2592 2318E-mail: [email protected], [email protected]: www.indiamart.com/maharaja-plastic

� Zinc FLake coatinG

Zinc flake coatings are suitable for fasteners, springs and small sheet metal parts. Zinc flake

coating is a new technology for fasteners coating. The innovative micro layer coating system offers high grade of corrosion protection. The coating offers excellent resistance to chemicals and temperature with environmental friendly process. The coating is free from Hydrogen embrittlement, no chance of premature failure/cracking. This coating is heat resistance and engineered with integrated friction modifiers & lubricants to eliminate the need for sealer or post coating lubricants and ensures repeatable torque/tension characteristics in assembly. The coating offers corrosion protection and secure threaded fastening capacity through adherence to defined coefficients of friction. Zinc flake coating penetrates in small gaps, in internal area of pipes and offers superior corrosion protection where electroplating is not possible. Various top coats are available for higher gloss, improved corrosion protection or for different colours for identification. The post coating curing process is done at low temperature and therefore softening of the hardened steel parts is prevented.

ENP Techno EngineersAhmedabad, Gujarat Tel: 079 22900505-06, 98240 93103Email: [email protected]

� metaL markinG machine

Markwell the Metal Marking Machine is used for permanent marking on

metallic part by electrochemical process. This process replaces old punching process. The punching process

may develop cracks due to molecular disturbances. There is no metal deformation or stress development in electrochemical marking process. Metal Marking Machine is the most suitable machine for fine, precise and clean marking on variety of products. Tools, Machinery parts, Bearings, Instruments, Valve Body, Automotive liners, Surgical Instruments and cutlery items etc. can be marked with this equipment. Markwell is simple, portable and robust in design. The electrolyte used is safe for human body. The machine operates on 230 V AC and few seconds are required to mark on metal. The operation is very easy and no specialize skill or experience is required. The marking is possible in black colour or in deep etching, without colour. The process is manual but can be automised as per individual requirement. The spares and consumables are readily available. The equipment is not suitable for aluminum anodized and painted parts.

Purvi ProductsAhmedabad, GujaratTel: 098240 93103Email: [email protected]

� hard anodiZinG Process

The process involves hard anodizing on aluminum components. ANOHARD layer is

a ceramic like layer developed by anodic oxidation process in a cool electrolyte

specially formulated for hard anodizing. The ANOHARD layer protects aluminium components and offers deposit properties like excellent hardness - high wear resistance, excellent corrosion resistance, high thermal & electrical insulation and excellent adhesion with base material, non-sticking surface-easy cleaning and good antifriction. Layer thickness – 30 to 60 microns and can be ground/honed to required size. Hard anodizing is essential for a variety of applications in the engineering industries for functional requirements. The application list includes textile machinery parts, pulleys, rollers, winding drums, bobbins, pneumatic cylinders, automotive parts, compressor parts, impellers, turbine parts, data processing machinery parts, aluminum piston valves, nozzles, camera parts, medical instruments, surgical instruments, etc.

Metreat engineersAhmadabad, Gujarat Tel: 098250 70470Email: [email protected], [email protected], Website: www.industrialcoatingsindia.com


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� cabLe draG chains

Cable drag chains for guide way protection are now an integrated part of the machine

or a material handling equipment which carries the moving cables and hoses and which gives an uninterrupted supply of power, data and control signals to the machinery. They also convey media like air, fluid and water in large diameter hoses and come with different sizes,

options and construction such as plastic, metallic, aluminium and also as totally enclosed tubes. They now replace conventionally run systems such as festooning, cable reeling drum and bus bar.

Kabelschlepp India Private LimitedBengaluru, KarnatakaTel: 080-41158997Fax: 080-41158998Email: [email protected]: www.kabelschlepp.de

� muFFLe Furnace

The equipment offers superior temperature accuracy, rugged

construction and uniformity of temperature. To remove impurities from the product by exposing to high temperature, to find ash content of the product, heating of metal parts to high temperature for processing and other exposure applications for heat treatment in

the field of research development and quality control. It features a microprocessor based digital controlled system, with high accuracy, ± 5 °C, printer interface for on line data on 80 col, dot matrix printer (optional), design as per the International Standards.

SarbiMumbai, MaharashtraTel: 022 – 26049538Email: [email protected]: www.sarbi.com

� ear cLamP

Stepless ear clamp is available in stainless steel (PG193) and zinc-plated steel (PG123) material. It has a unique one-piece tamper proof design. This clamp has no steps or gaps on the

inner circumference, ensuring a complete 360° seal, minimising leakage risks. Due to the seamless design, uniform compression and high radial load, the clamp is effective on both extremely soft and hard hose materials. The stainless steel version of the clamp, PG


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193 is made of a light-weight and highly corrosion resistant band and is best suited for automotive applications. It has a unique security hook to disable unintended opening of clamp and has smoothly rounded and de-burred band edges for injury free handling. To increase assembly productivity, the company also supplies process-reliable tools for installation of clamps.

Oetiker India Pvt LtdNew Delhi, IndiaTel: 011 - 43980072Fax: 011- 43588573Email: [email protected]: www.oetiker.com

� heavy duty choP saw

Turbo cut’ (14” Abrasive) circular saw machine has innovative technology of induction motor and coupled gear box. Because of induction motor major maintenance area

such as armature, brush etc. are reduced to negligibility. Use of deep groove ball bearings help to sustain heavy cutting load. Caster wheel and handle arrangement is also provided for local mobility. Specially developed slim motor and duel operating handle have been essentially designed keeping in mind aesthetics and comfort


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for operator. Unique design of gearbox and vice facilitates 14” abrasive wheel to be used up to 6” diameter. Speed drop during cutting is just 10% as compared to 30 % in conventional machines which result in easy cutting and less consumption of cutting wheels.

Vinayak IndustriesSangli, MaharashtraTel: 0233-2644157,9372141217,9820255524Email: [email protected],[email protected]: www.vinayakindustries.co.in

� test disconnect terminaL bLocks

Screwless terminal blocks employ test disconnection by

knife-edge mechanism. DSDT 2.5 and DSDT 2.5-2x2 are the two models available. DSDT 2.5 facilitates termination of one input and one output, DSDT 2.5-2x2 has provisions for one input and three outputs. These terminals are rated for termination of 2.5 sq.mm conductors, both flexible and rigid, however the connection possibility also includes 0.5 sq.mm, 1

sq.mm and 1.5 sq.mm conductors. The current carrying part (current bar) and knife edge are of electrolytic grade copper which is tin plated for protection against environmental corrosion. Insulation housing of these terminals is made using engineering plastic polyamide 66 confirming to flammability class V2 as per standard UL94. Important characterisitic of this spring steel are high fatigue strength, better resistance to corrosion effects, high relaxation resistance at elevated temperatures, high ductility, low yeild stress and relatively high ultimate tensile strength.

Elmex Controls Pvt LtdGujarat, IndiaTel: 265-2642021/206, 09374631319, Fax: 265-2638646Email: [email protected], [email protected]: www.elmex.net

� enGineerinG PLastics

Engineering plastics and high performance polymers in the form of stock shapes ranging

from Dia 6 mm to Dia 200 mm are having variety of applications in machine building, printing & packaging machinery along with automobile components. The type of


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rods available are peek rods and tubes which are mechanically stable, high temperature resistant and consists of good chemical resistance. PVDF rods and tubes have temperature resistance upto 1500OC. Nylon rods and tubes have low CLTE, good abrasion resistance, excellent wear resistance. Polyacetal (C & H) features high tensile strength and hardness, good insulating properties, low coefficient of friction, excellent machinability.

Vinit Performance Polymers Pvt LtdMumbai, MaharashtraTel: 022-2682 7053Fax: 022-2820 4039Email: [email protected]: www.polymatindia.net

� reFriGerator cooLinG cabinet

Cooling cabinet is used to maintain low temperature storage conditions of product and other

low temperature applications. It has a microprocessor based digital PID controller, air cooled hermetically sealed compressor. The motor and blower arrangement is done to achieve uniformity of conditions throughout the cabinet, even under stacked condition. It is a CFC free


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eco-friendly cooling system. Complete IQ , OQ and PQ documentation and operating manual is available.

SarbiMumbai, MaharashtraTel: 022 – 26049538Email: [email protected]: www.sarbi.com

� check vaLves

It is BS 1868 certified with size 2” to 36”. It adheres to ASME 150

to 2500 standard. Its main features are body and bonnet - casted with uniform sections, precision machined. Body permits full swing of disc on downstream side, lower flow resistance and disc erosion. Disc is internally hinged with no opening on the body and higher integrity. It is disc secured to hinge using lock nut and pin and disc free to rotate to avoid localised wear.

Larsen & Toubro LimitedChennai, Tamil NaduTel: 044-22498201Email: [email protected]: www.lntvalves.com


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� cLamPinG cyLinders

These clamping cylinders may be directly screwed into the fixture body as far as the hex nut. These

compact devices can be used to a great advantage in fixture where space is at a premium. Hydraulic oil is fed through common hole in fixture body thus eliminating hydraulic hoses and fittings. The cylinder body is made of steel, piston rod-case hardened ground and hard chrome plated. There is a tandem wiping and sealing seal at piston rod, internal threaded piston rod.

Mercury Fluid power systemBengaluru, KarnatakaTel: 080-64561308, 09343864796Email: [email protected]: www.mfps.in

� Gate vaLves

Gate valves are API 600/ISO

10434 certified available in 2” to 72” size. It adheres to


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ASME class 150 to 2500. Salient feature of the valve is body and bonnet, casted with uniform sections, precision machined. Body is straight through port without recesses except in the seat area with minimum resistance to flow, turbulence and erosion. Guide slots in the wedge engage with integral guide ribs in the body with stem-to-wedge contact close to wedge centre which helps in providing better sealing, smoother operation. Seal-welded seat ring eliminates leakage path between seat ring and body, does not loosen up due to temperature fluctuations or vibration and one-piece construction with forged T-head provides long service life, smoother operation

Larsen & Toubro LimitedChennai, Tamil NaduTel: 044-22498201Email: [email protected]: www.lntvalves.com

� hydro Pneumatic Pressure intensiFier

The air –hydraulic pressure intensifier is a one-shot intensifier which can be used as a pressure

generator. It converts low air pressure to high oil pressure for system operations of single acting cylinders and clamps. The cylinder volume should utilise the working

volume only upto 60-70%. Maximum cycle rate is 10 cycles/min and mounting position is vertical.

Mercury Fluid power systemBengaluru, KarnatakaTel: 080-64561308, 09343864796Email: [email protected]: www.mfps.in

� LoGic controL device

Logic control device provides a multitude of features for use in the automation industry. Frequently, discrete sensor or analog signals need to be conditioned for display or monitoring

functions in a process. The company provides wide range of indicators, counters/ timers, tachometers and other secondary switching devices, specifically designed for applications and used in conjunction with proximity sensors. Other logic and control products are multi-function devices with LED or LCD displays, analog display meter, standstill monitors, speed monitors, frequency to current/voltage converter, output converter modules, etc.


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Pepperl+FuchsGurgaon, HaryanaTel: 124 - 3894000Email: [email protected]: www.pepperl-fuchs.in

� vaLve PositioninG sensor

Valve position sensing for hard outdoor use is Pepperl+Fuchs’ newest valve position sensor, the F31K2, which is especially designed for use in harsh environments. Main applications

are chemical, petrochemical, and oil & gas industry. The new sensor series F31K2 open solutions for valve position sensors on actuators with inductive double sensors. It is the ideal choice for requirements of process automation. Features are easy mounting, high impermeability, extremely robust, well protected with flexible housing. Pepperl+FuchsGurgaon, HaryanaTel: 124 - 3894000Email: [email protected]: www.pepperl-fuchs.in


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� acryLcoat

The product is used to prevent from environmental effects on PCB assemblies. Acrylcoat is a high

quality Flexible transparent & eco-friendly acrylic base conformal coating for PCB Assemblies. Approved by C- DOT and conforms to MIL Standard: MIL - I - 46058C Type AR. ROHS certified. It is easy to apply and fast drying and has good flexibility. Servicing is easy as the coating is solderable. High dielectric strength 25 KV/ mm. It provides protection against high

voltage arcing and corona shorts. Apply both sides of PCB i. e soldering side & component side to apply it is very easy & safe, Clean the surface thoroughly spray Acrylcoat from a distance of 25 cms from the surface evenly. Allow the PCBs to dry in Air. For fast drying it can be obtained if cured in a ventilated oven @ 45 degC for 2 min..The boards may be heated to 40 to 50 deg.C just before spraying. Also gives fast results.

Coninspune Pune, MaharashtraTel- 020-25672299Mob: [email protected]: www.conformalcoatings.net


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� turbo ventiLator

Turbo Ventilator is a non-conventional exhaust fan, runs without electricity, round the year.

It should be fitted on the roof. The product consist of rigid roll formed curved vanes in aluminium and optional S.S. 304 Vanes are also available. Rotor shaft and nylon bush

assembly concealed in Mild Steel casing hence it makes it light weight and durable, approximately 6.5 to 7 kg. Top plate and bottom ring is made of stainless steel. The ventilator is virtually maintenance free with weatherproof and storm proof qualities. This product comes with the choice of opaque and translucent.

Agrawal AssociatesVadodara, Gujarat Tel: 091-09909002682 Fax: 091-265-2581365, 2581082 Email: [email protected]: www.roofsandoors.com

� ice box

This insulated Ice box is fabricated by experts using high quality raw material. The range of this box is highly appreciated by our valuable clients for its high efficiency and

durability. All ranges are available with different features and


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capacity like with vending lid, without vending lid, with drainage hole, without drainage hole. The product comes in red, blue, green and also other colors as per customer requirement and made from food grade material hence hygienic and odourless. Poly Urethane Foam is filled in between two layers of plastics. It is sealed from all side to avoid water seepage in to insulation for better life and performance. It is filled even in lids and all 4 sides and bottom. Storage and Transportation of Soft drinks, Ice Cream packs, Dairy products and water pouches etc. The product is applicable for Storage and delivery of perishable food items like fish, meat and chicken meat etc, storage and delivery of Hot/Cold meals for Restaurants, Railway Canteens, Cafeterias etc, storage and delivery of designer ice cubes for Restaurants, Bars, Pubs and Night Clubs etc. It is also suitable for storage temperature from -15° C to +90° C. Best companions of street hawkers, vendors and all stalls in prime tourist locations. Remote areas with lack of electricity, best for rural areas and beaches. Efficient make to prevent water leakage and also prevent the outside water entering inside.

Penta Plastic Technologies, Vapi, Gujarat Tel: +91-9374039050, E-mail: [email protected], [email protected], Website: www.pentaplastic.com


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� Fire roLLinG shutter

Fire rolling shutter is constructed with galvanised or stainless steel in a variety of gauges, slat designs

and finishes for unsurpassed strength, durability and style. Wide range of styles meet or exceed industry fire safety testing standards including UL, FM and ULC. The doors are also compliant with all NFPA-80 standards. The door closes automatically under governor control

after separation of fuse link. UL-listed brush –type smoke gaskets satisfy smoke retardation requirements. Additional safety options include the fire sentinel time-delay release device photoelectric or ionisation-type smoke detectors with or without heat detector. Additionally, available uninterruptible power supply for use with motor-operated doors allows door closure by central alarm or smoke detector under motor power. It has two to four hours fire rated resistance. It is compliant with BS 476 part 22/UL/FM/REI 120.

Gandhi Automations Pvt LtdMumbai, MaharashtraTel: 022- 66720200/66720300Fax: 022-66720201Email: [email protected]: www.geapl.co.in


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� Air cooler

This Air Coolers are designed utilising latest State-Of-The-Art Technology in Environment-

Friendly & Energy-Efficient Cooling Systems. It cools maximum 2500 Sq. ft Area, Consumes only 1 unit per 2 Hrs, and throws Air up to 75 ft. Maximum evaporation involved to give best cooling and air flow in its class with minimum electricity. The cooler cools the above-mentioned areas by Minimum 3 Degrees Centigrade (without Water) to 7 Degrees Centigrade (with Water) LOWER than the outside Ambient Temperature in ANY Season except summers. In summers the Difference would be much Higher 12 to 18 Degrees Centigrade. It has features like high performance aerodynamic fan design to deliver 18000m3/hour air flow, most efficient electric motor which consumes only 490watts, cellulose 9050 cooling pad with 4 inch thickness helps to maximize evaporation to give best cooling. Acoustically balanced Cooler body structure, reduces vibration and humming sound.

Kapsun Resources Corporation Ahmadabad, Gujarat Tel: 079 651 39050 Email: [email protected] Website: www.kapsun.com


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� industriAl sAfety shoes

Industrial safety shoes are produced using superior quality leather

that helps in creating reliable and long lasting safety shoes. They are known their sweat absorption capacity and durability. Available in

different sizes and thicknesses, our range is the best in the market and is offered to the customers at market leading prices. Application areas are industrial safety, construction sites.

Delta Works WearPune, MaharashtraTel: 020 – 27145418Fax: 020 – 27146834Email: [email protected]: www.deltaworkswear.in

� corrosion resistAnt fluid

Houghton corrosion resistant fluid is a solvent deposited water displacing type premium quality dewatering and corrosion preventive fluid. It is formulated from superior

quality film forming additive that offers soft waxy protective film


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by solvent evaporation. The product hence renders excellent water displacing characteristics and resistance to finger print corrosion. The corrosion resistant fluid can be used for both dip as well as spray applications. The protective film can be removed by solvent, vapor degreasing or by suitable alkaline cleaners. It is preferable to completely immerse components but if impractical, the fluid may be applied by spraying or brushing and is suitable for use on tubes, cylinder liners, gears, spiral springs, simple hand tools, steel rods, bars, etc.

A & G AssociatesAurangabad, MaharashtraTel: 240-2552169/2553655, 09422702190Email: [email protected]: www.aandgassociates.com

� heAt resistAnt gloves

Heat resistant gloves are manufactured using heat resistant fabric like asbestos and Kevlar. Moreover, these are specifically designed and tested to offer high thermal

resistance. Customers can avail these in various designs and sizes as per their requirements. Furthermore, these meet specific industrial


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and safety applications such as insulation for turbine engines, expansion joints, heat reflectors and welding blankets.

Delta Works WearPune, MaharashtraTel: 020 – 27145418

Fax: 020 – 27146834Email: [email protected]: www.deltaworkswear.in

� Quick releAse couplings

These couplings are used for efficient connections for flexible lines. It allows fluid flow through flexible lines (i.e air

, water , oil , slurries, powder , cement etc). Pressure ranges from vaccum to 300 bar and it seals nitrile, silicon , viton, teflon. Material of

constriction suit your requirements C.S, SS316, nylon brass etc. It also features locking system and qrc for pressure testing is available.

SelantentpPune, MaharashtraTel: +912065261606Email: [email protected]


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� lever greAse gun

Lever grease guns effectively delivers highly viscous liquids up

to 1gm/ stroke. It incorporates variable stroke features for usage in confined spaces. The

equipment is assured to be durable and efficient. Components used are heavy duty aluminium head, severe duty lever handle, air bleeder, bulk loader, capacity of 500gms bulk/400 zgms cartridge. The product can be useful for chain tightening of earth moving equipment and it also resists back pressure. There is a rubber grip for firmness and is non-slippery plus it consists of texture powder coated finish and provides high efficiency in terms of usage.

A & G AssociatesAurangabad, MaharashtraTel: 240-2552169/2553655, 09422702190Email: [email protected]: www.aandgassociates.com

� cold rolled And hot rolled steel

This has been widely accepted and used in different segments like auto, bicycle, panel, agricultural components and tube. Its unmatched quality and formability gives it an edge over other

steel materials. It comes in different thickness ranges and grades as per


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� fAst reActing collision protection device

The OPS 063-M collision and overload protection device has a lightning fast reaction time

and is simple to operate. With a response time of 1 ms, the OPR-063-M is setting new standards for robot applications. The rapid lightweight consists of a housing

which is made of hard-anodised aluminium alloy, weighs 290 g and has been particularly designed for applications on small robots. The

the general requirements of different segments using it for its finish and durability. A wide range is available catering to different segments such as automotive, railways, yellow goods, agriculture, fabrication, etc.

Punjab Agro Implements Works Ludhiana, PunjabTel: 09878549000,0161-2555222Email: [email protected]: www.pbagro.com

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Details of the shareholders of Network 18 Media & Investments Limited who holds more than 1% of the paid up equity capital of the Company as on 28-02-2013 is given below:

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monitoring is not carried out with internal proximity switches, but is carried out by an exchangeable magnetic switch from outside. After a collision, the unit only has to be returned to its original position, disassembly is not necessary. This makes operation simpler, minimises malfunctions, and reduces the need for spare parts. The triggering force and moment can be adjusted via the operating pressure. With the help of a standardised adapter plate, the module can be quickly and simply integrated into the system.

Schunk Intec India Pvt LtdBengaluru, KarnatakaTel: 080-40538999Email: [email protected]: www.schunk.com

� cAtering conveyor

This converyorised system can be used to serve buffet lunch for a

gathering of 1000 people in 30 min with the least manpower. It is ideal for serving lunch in large public functions and in industrial canteens. The arrangement

consists of S.S tables with moving nylon ropes, acting as conveying media, carrying the plates while serving the dishes. Length of 24 ft


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conveyor can accommodate 15 dishes kept inline with servers stationed behind serving 15 dishes in sequence, resulting in fully served plates coming out at the rate of 30 per min. It requires 230 V single phase supply, uses power as less as 60 watts bulb, with an additional feature of variable speed.

Prodaid Engineers Pvt LtdBengaluru, KarnatakaTel: 080 – 65345363Email: [email protected], [email protected] Website: www.prodaid.com

� tABle top mAchine

The table top machine with sweeper arm is positioned to process one seal at a time to a very high degree of flatness and surface finish. The specially graded lap plate with

re-circulating slurry and sweeper arm swiveling at tandem achieves efficient cutting properties during the lapping process while attaining high degree of flatness and surface finish. Lapping machine can be conveniently converted to polishing machine for polishing operations. Typical applications


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for this machine are mechanical seals, etc.

Speedfam (India) Pvt LtdAmbernath, MaharashtraTel: 0251- 2620403, 404, 405Fax: 0251- 2620406 Email: [email protected] Website: www.speedfam.co.in

� WAter purifier

The Aquaguard cooler and purifier first cools the water and then purifies, eliminating the risk of

re-contamination of water and making it safe from disease causing bacteria and viruses. This product is specially designed to use for schools, offices, restaurants, etc. It is an extremely sleek and stylish cooler cum purifier which gives an elegant look to the machine. It

retains the natural salts and minerals in water and purifies it without adding any chemicals, ensuring complete safe drinking water. It uses ultraviolet technology to remove physical, organic and microbiological impurities removing excess chlorine. It has steel, ABS body parts and leak-free design made of corrosion resistant material to ensure zero contamination from any other source and the product has been designed using push to fit connectors to


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completely eliminate all chances of leakage.

Eureka Forbes LimitedMumbai, MaharashtraTel: 02230872578, Mob: 09819928028Email: [email protected], [email protected]: www.eurekaforbes.com

� silicone trAnspArent tuBing And BrAided hose

Polyester-reinforced silicone transparent braided hose is made for food, pharmaceuticals,

chemical, medical, heavy engineering, thermal power stations and PSUs. This braided hose is made up of 100 per cent pure silicone rubber by using fully

automatic state-of-the art machines and technologies. It already caters to all the major pharmaceutical companies in India and is also exported to overseas customers. Medical grade braided hose is manufactured under stringent quality control and is made of medical grade silicone rubber, temperature-resistant from -80°C to 250°C (-110°F to 480°F), non-reactive to body tissue and fluid, unaffected by most water-soluble materials, sterilisable by steam, dry heat, ethylene oxide and gamma radiation and has an indefinite shelf life. The silicone transparent tubing sizes are available from 0.5 mm

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HARNESSING GREEN ENERGYThe renewable energy sector in the state has shown remarkable improvement. Today, West Bengal is one of the leading states in the country with respect to utilisation of renewable sources of energy. Over one lakh families in West Bengal are now using electricity derived from sun, biomass and wind. As of now, the state has not seen any major renewable energy player, but with relaxation of government policies, big names are soon expected to enter this space.

“Very few states in the country have potential for renewable energy development and West Bengal is one among them. While the share of renewable energy is not huge, we currently have around 1.25 MW of green power, which is grid connected. We trying to harness this energy through the local grid system in various parts of the state. Support from the government is essential and we have been fortunate to get it throughout our operations,” said Joy Chakroborty, Divisional Engineer, West Bengal Renewable Energy Development Agency.

Another form of sustainable power generation that is taking shape in the state is biomass. Though this form of energy is in its nascent stages, it has provided potential contribution to power generation. “We currently have 67 MW of installed capacity through biogas plants in West Bengal. Of this, 18 MW is through the grid and the rest is off-grid,” says Chakroborty.

IMPROVEMENT AREASWest Bengal has seen considerable improvement in its industrial performance over the years. However, there are areas that have potential and can bring in substantial revenues for the state. “There is a need to invite more pharmaceutical companies to the state. While there are players existing, it is one area, which can see more participation,” feels Pal.

Financial support and incentives in the form of exemption from payment of Excise Duty & Income Tax for a specific period similar to that of Uttaranchal, Himachal Pradesh, J&K and the North East will go a long way in attracting investment into the state’s pharma sector. The government has recognised the importance of this industry, and developments like the setting up of chemical hub/PCPIR and a branch of the National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education & Research (NIPER) in the state indicate positive enthusiasm on the government’s behalf.

These developments coupled with the present conducive environment are expected to provide a fillip to the growth of the pharma sector in the region.

Tourism is another domain, which, while having vast scope, does not generate enough for the state. “West Bengal has much better potential in tourism than many other states, but it remains untapped to a large extent. Promotion of the state as a viable tourist destination needs to be done earnestly. The vast expanse of the state presents both natural and historical places of interest, which can be turned into exciting tourist destinations,” says Chakroborty.

THE STATE TO WATCH IN THE FUTUREThe existing sectors in the state are showing improvement over the years and are expected to witness heightened activity in the years to come. The fact that better infrastructure leads to higher investments has propelled the State Government to lay great emphasis on strengthening existing and building new infrastructure to encourage more investments.


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ID to 200 mm ID and braided hoses have sizes available from ID range ½” to 2 ½”.

Ami Polymer Pvt LtdMumbai - MaharashtraTel: 022-28555107/631/914, Mob: 09223290931Fax: 022-28555378Email: [email protected]: www.amipolymer.com

� industriAl id reAder

DataMan® 100 series of image-based ID reader combines industry-leading code reading

software performance (up to 45 reads per second), ease-of-use, lighting, camera, processor and communications into an exceptionally small, industrial-rated housing. This image based ID reader is an accurate identification device. The DataMan 100 verifier has been redesigned for faster setup and easier operation with a new lighting assembly, adjustable 30 and 45 degree angle lighting, an optional height-adjustable stand and a new part positioning guide for easier location of codes. It has a three-position adjustable lens, integrated lighting and LED aimer, train and trigger button for ease of setup and C-mount lens option.


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� plAstic film cApAcitor

The present range of plastic film capacitors covers metallised polyester,

metallised polycarbonate, metallised polypropylene, film and foil polystyrene and polypropylene in round, box and flat configuration, for

automation, medical electronics, automobile electronics, power electronics, defence, railway, lighting and telecom applications. The capacitors are tested in the test laboratory and is approved by National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories ( NABL ) traceable to ILAC and APLAC.

CTR Manufacturing Industries LtdPune, MaharashtraTel: 020-26633402/3/4/5,Fax: 020-26633425Email: [email protected]: www.ctr.in

Cognex Sensors India Pvt LtdPune, MaharashtraTel: 020 - 40147840, 09881466003Email: [email protected]: www.cognex.com


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� hot And cold zinc phosphAting chemicAl

The zinphophos – hzp is designed to provide heavy zinc phosphate coating with

thickness of 300 mg/sq ft within 15 to 20 minutes on iron and mild steel components by simple immersion method. A dense, heavy adherent

coating is obtained by this method and prevents excessive wear and tear of moving parts of machinery. This coating serves as base for paints as well as for rust preventive oil coating. It is operated at a temperature of 85 to 95oC. It is available in packages weighing 5 and 40kgs.

Priyadharishini ChemicalsCoimbatore, Tamil Nadu Tel: 0422-2567040, 2567114Mob: 9443022310/ 9865222310Email: [email protected], [email protected]: www.prichem.in

� ph meter

Oakton pH 2700 is a GLP-compliant meter with pH measurement capability along with temperature. The pH range varies from -2.000 to 20.000 pH with accuracy of


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±0.002 pH. The meter offers a new compact design that is over 40% smaller than other benchtop meters. The large display is easy to read even at a distance and features stability indication. All measurements include temperature display. The meter includes auto-buffer recognition for both USA and NIST pH buffer sets with up to 5 points calibration. A calibration due alarm function means no more out-dated calibrations. Multiple pH slopes and offset display enables quick, easy electrode diagnosis. The convenient pull-out, quick-reference card keeps keypad functions at your fingertips. By utilising the RS-232 output, you can print required data or a calibration report with a click of a button in the desired viewable format. Calibration report provides detailed information on the most recent calibration. It includes date and time, calibration standard(s), offset, temperature, number of days calibration is over-due, slope information, etc.

Cole-Parmer India Pvt LtdMumbai, Maharashtra Tel: 022-67162224/2222Fax: 022-67162211Email: [email protected] Website: www.coleparmer.in


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� chemicAl trAnsfer pump

CFP series pump in SS 316 material is used for handling mild corrosive chemicals and various other liquids

in different industries like chemical, petrochemical, steel plants, printing houses,

pharmaceuticals and food processing, etc. The main features of this pump is its high efficiency, good performance and reliability. This pump is available from 0.25 HP to 10 HP in different capacities in monoblock and bare pump design. All the wetted parts are made of graded SS 316 material. The sealing is by mechanical seal of different face combination of carbon, ceramic, GFT, silicon, tungsten etc. This pump can be used for high temperature application of up to 250oC. Special pumps are also available with casing steam jacketing and with flameproof motors.

Taha Pumps & ValvesSurendranagar, GujaratTel: 02752 – 240233Mob: 9825599415, 09825829875Email: [email protected], [email protected]: www.tahapumps.com

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Camwork 128Carbide 143Carbide tool 143Carbon fibre re-enforced product 20Carbon steel cold drawn seamless straight tube 129Carrier oil 134Cast/extruded 119Castings 114Castors 126CBM/PDM service 126Centre drill 143Centreless grinding machine 64, 138Centrifugal air blower 139Centrifugal pump 39Chain 25, 118Chain hoist 130Chain pulley block 141, 144Check Valve 117Chemical pump vane & fluid dispen 20Chemical transfer pump 148Chuck 143Clamp hose pipes 147Clamping cylinder 119Cleaning equipment 155CNC .bicCNC grinding machine 139CNC hydraulic turret punch press 146CNC machine .bicCNC plasma cutting machine 146CNC press brake 146CNC synchro press brake 146CNC tooling 143CNC turning center .bicCNC vertical machining center .bicCoating 116Cold galvan 116Cold rolled and hot rolled steel 132Collet 143Collet chuck 143Compressed air division 69Compression spring 97Compressor 139Connector 6, 17, 59, 118 Container pump 128Control cabinet 59Control damper 148Control panel 59, 112Control system 59Conventional and mono block pump 105Conventional phase failure relay 27Convertor 112Conveying blower 139Conveyor 126Conveyors and automation system 19Coolant accessories 105Coolant pump 105Cooling tower 23Corrosion resistant fluid 128Counter 27, 41Couplin element & rubber 124Crab hoist 141Crab 144Crane 102, 141, 144, 157Crane drive 130Crane duty motor 84, 141Crimp tester 73Cryogenic valve 5

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Cushion dock shelter 19Custom spring 97Customised Electrical & Electronic Enclosure 111Cutting oils 134Cylindrical grinder 138Cylindrical grinding machine 64Damper 140, 148Dampers for centre 129Datalogging software 112DC motor 61; fgfDc switch disconnector 109Dehumidifier 147Demagnetiser 144Dfmpro 128Diaphragm valve 24, 131Didactic equipment for training 59Digital frequency meter 117Digital panel meter 120Digital temperature controller 120Dip-pipe 24Discharge frame 143Distrubution board 10, 148Dock leveller 19Dock shelter 19Door - pvc flap 19Door - pvc strip 19Door - rapid flexible 19Door - rapid roll up 19Door - sectional overhead 19Door – telescopic 19Double drum & triple drum magnetic separetor 144Drawer magnet 144Drill 122Drill chuck arbor 143Drill chucks 69Drill machine 79, 122Drill mill 143Drum pump 128Dry van pump 101Dryer 12Ducting insulation 8Dynamic braking resistor 116Ear clamp 112EDM oil 134Edrawings publisher 128Elbow 24Electric wire rope hoist 112, 141Electrical actuator 140Electrical measuring instruments 125Electricalproduct 57;127Electroless nickel plating 116Electronic connector 120Electronic process controls instrument 119Electronic test instrument 113Electronic timer 28-35, 41Electronics product 57;127Electropnematic positioner 113Element shrink disc 132Encon product 126End mill 143Energy meter 41Energy savings cogged 25Engineering plastic plug & socket 28-35Engineering plastics 114, 119Eot crane 112, 141Eot jib crane 102Eot/hot cranes 144

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Epdm 117Evaporator 12Event 81Exhausters 110Exhibition : blech india 2013 135-137Expansion bellows 24Extension spring 97Fast reacting collision protection device 134Fast charger 18Fastener 142Fbe & nylon coating 116Fep/pfa/pvdf material 131Filtration 71Finishing and thermal spray coating 132Fire damper 140Fire rolling shutter 126Fittings 131Flame proof hoist 144Flame proof motor 61; 84, fgfFlange mounting motor 61; fgfFlash dryer 12Flat high tension single-twin ignit 7Flooring insulation 8Flow meter 71, 128Fluid connector 130Fluid handling 71Flush bottom valve 24Force 73Force & pressure calibration 73Force & torque gauge 73Freewheel-oneway-clutche 132Frequency meter 125Fuel burner 139Furnace automation 48Gantry crane 102, 141Gap frame press 146Gas distribution 143Gas distribution screen 143Gas spring 123Gasket 131Gate Valve 119Gear box 112, 144Gear motor 112Gear pump 16Gear seal 20Geared motor 61; 141, fgfGeomcaliper 128Glide wheel 126Gluing system 159Goliath crane 141, 144Goods lift 102, 144Gravity die casting 114Grinder 64Grinding machine 64, 138, 139,Grinding media 7Gudie band 124Hanlding system module 59Hard Anodizing Process 111Hard chorme plating 116Heat resistance coating 116Heat resistant glove 129Heat shrink tubing 57;127Heating 149Heating element 133Heavy Duty Chop Saw 113Helical gear box 112High alumina wear resistant ceramic tiles 7High carbon chrome 130High carbon steel ball 130High discharge (flooding type ) pump 105High efficiency standard motor 84High performace plastic 20High pressure jet clean equipment 138

Product Pg No

Hold back 132Hopper magnet 144Horizontal CNC machine .bicHorizontal machining center .bicHose clamp 147Hoses 130Hospital equipment 138Hot and Cold zinc phosphating chemical 146Hot forging lubricant 134Hrc fuse fitting 120Hump magnet 144Hydraulic centerless grinding 138Hydraulic cylinder 130, 140Hydraulic cylindrical grinder 138Hydraulic cylindrical grinding machine 138Hydraulic forging hammer 124Hydraulic manual pallet truck 103Hydraulic press 124, 146Hydraulic press brake 146Hydraulic sealing solution 124Hydraulic seals 75Hydraulic shearing machine 146Hydraulic surface grinding machine 139Hydro pneumatic pressure intensifier 120I/p transducer 113Ice Box 124Inductive proximity switch 21Industrial 71Industrial belt 25Industrial ceramic 7Industrial cooler 23Industrial electric power distribution system 10, 148Industrial fans & blower 129Industrial heating element 133Industrial hose 25Industrial ID reader 143Industrial Safety Shoes 128Infomedia yellow pages 22Inline helical geared motor 84Instro mentatin controls pannel 119Instrument 117Insuboard 8Insulation 8Insureflector 8Insushield 8Insusound 8Internal grinder 138Internal grinding machine 138Internals for electrostatic precipitator 143Inverter duty motor 84Isolator 49Jib crane 141, 144Keyless transmisson element 132Laboratory supplies 71Ladder 138Large diameter welded pipe 121Large helical 84Laser cutting 67LED 21Led module pilot light 120Led signal tower light 28-35Leep plastic spring 97Level controllers 46Lever grease gun 132Lifting magnet 144Limit switch 28-35; 113Liquid ceramic coating 116Liquid pump 128Liquid ring vacuum pump 139Load banks 116Load break switch 21Logic control device 120Low pressure die casting 114

Product Pg No

Low-emission valve 5Machine tool 48Magnetic pulley 144Magnetic rack 144Material handling 48Material handling equipment 103, 141MCB 49Measuring instrument 113, 125Mechanical press brake 146Mechanical seal 66Mechanical seals for process equipment 66Mechanical vacuum booster 110Metal cleaner 134Metal cutting tools .ficMetal Marking Machine 111Metal-seated valve 5Meter 125Mgm brake motor 47Micro control switch 120Micro switch 28-35, 120Mill lining blocks 7Milling cum drilling machine 79Miniature micro switch 120Mixer 71Monorail trolley 144Motion control 159Motor 61; fgfMotor protection circuit breaker 21Motor testing system 73Motor/pump protection relay 46Motorised valve 140Motorized chain pulley block 144Muffle furnace 112Multi battery charger 18Multimedia union 123Multistage ( high pressure ) pump 105Multistage centrifugal air blower 139Neoprene 117Nitrile rubber product 117Non setting gasket & jointing compound 129Non-ferrous casting 114O rings 75Ohms meters 125Oil 139Oil seal 122Over crank shearing machine 146Oxy fuel cutting 146Panel bender 67Panel bender & material handling 67Paint stripper 134Painting 149Pakaging paper pulp 48Panel meter 27, 117Panel 125Paper cones machine 14Paper tubes machine 14Parallel shaft heical geared motor 84Parts for pollution control equipment 143Pedestrian & rider operated counter 103Peening 132Perforated metal screen 143Permanent magnetic chuck 144Permanent magnetic drum type separator 144PF controller 117pH 71pH Meter 146Phase failure relay 27, 46Phase monitoring device 41Pid controler 112, 119Pillar drilling machine 122Pilot light 21Pipe 131Piping insulation 8

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Piston rings 20Piston rod 130Plastic film capacitor 144Plastic mould product 20Plastic product 20Plat truck 126Plate bending machine 146Platemagnets 144Platform 138Plug valve 24, 131Plugs and socket 21Polyacetal 119Polyaryletherketone 20Polyetheretherketone 20Polypropylene 119Polyurethane 119Poly-v- belt drive 25Power line transducer 117Power magnet 144Power press 146Power transmission accessories 25Pratective polymer coating 116Precision switches single & multiple 21Precision temperature control 112Precision universal cylindrical machine 138Press brake machine 146Pressure sensors and indicator 73Printed circuit board 46Printing 48Process automation 159Process automation and cntrol equipment 59Process controller 112Product index catalogue 71Proximity sensor 28-35PTFE 116, 131PTFE lined piping 24PTFE lined systems 24PTFE/teflcon 119Pull stud 143Pump 16, 39, 71, 101, 128. 139, bcPump seal 66Punching 67Punching-shearing system 67Push button switch 120Push button 21Quick release coupling 130Radial drill machine 79, 122Rapping bar assembly 143RCCB 49Reamers 143Rear cylinder hydraulic press brake 146Reducers 24Refrigerator cooling cabinet 116Relay socket 120Relay 27Resistor 116Rice rubber roll 25Rod 131Rolled ring 26Roots blower 101Rotary atomiser 12Rotary damper 123Rotary gear pump 16Rotary joints & union 123Rotary shaft seal 75Rotary switch 21Rotating union 123RTD 112Rubber product 122Safety 71Safety protection device 21Sampling valve 24

Product Pg No

Scable ties 57;127Scr bess power regulator 119Scr triggering card 119Screw presses 124seal with o-ring & set strip 124Sealing system 130Seals 122Seamless pipe 121Sensor soultion 159Service & manufacturing industry 83Shearing machine 146Sheet 131Shock absorber 123Shunt 125Side channel blower 139Side lock adaptor 143Silicone 117Silicone transparent tubing and braided hose 142Singal convrter isolator module 119Single limit switch 21Siphon system 123Slipring crane duty motor 61; fgfSMPS 41Soft starter 46Solderless terminal 57;127Soldi state relay 112Solid carbide drills .ficSolid carbide drills with IC .ficSolid carbide mills .ficSolid carbide reamers .ficSolid carbide reamers with IC .ficSolid carbide special drill .ficSolid carbide special reamer .ficSolid state relay 107Special applicatin motor 84Special tool 143Spin flash dryer 12Spray dryer 12Spray gun 69Spring tester 73Stainless steel 130Stainless steel pipe 121Steam engineering product 52Steel ball 26, 130Steel industry 48Steel tube 130Superior hard anodising 116Surface grinder 139Surface grinding machine 139Swing check valve 24, 131Switch disconnector 109Switchboard meter 125Switch 49, 115Switchgear 109, 115Table top machine 139Tachometer 41Technical ceramic 7TEE 24Temperature 71Temperature controller 27, 41, 112Temperature indicator 27Temperature sensing 125Temperature sensor 112Temperature transmitter 125Tensile testing 73Tensioner nut 132Terminal strip 120Test Disconnect Terminal Block 114Tester 125Testing equipment 73Textile & yarn trolley 138Thermal imaging camera 65

Product Pg No

Thermal insulation 8Thermocouple 112Thermocouple cable 125Thermocouple sensor calibration system 125Thyristor power pack 119Thyristorised power controller 112Tie mount 127Time switch 41Tool 143Torque 73Torque motor 84Torque tool tester 73Torsion spring 97Track rollers 132Traction battery 145Trade show 82Transfer trolley 144Transformers 125Tri lobe roots blower 110Trim handling system 139Trolley wheels & casterd 138Trolley 126Tube sheet assembly 143Tube 121, 131Tubing accessory 59Turbo Ventilator 124Twin lobe roots blower 110Twist drill 143‘U’ tubes 121Uhmw-pe 119Universal input temperature scanner 112Vacuum booster pump 101Vacuum system 101Vacuum/pneumatic recovery system 132Valve 5, 24, 59, 131, 140, 148Valve positioner 113Valve Positioning sensor 121Valve seats 20Valve terminal 59Valves for power 5Vane damper 139Velocity & feed controller 123Vibrating reed type 125Viton 117Voltage/current/power monitoring relay 46Waste and water treamnet 48Water exhibition 121Water faucet & tap part 7Water purifier 140Water ring vacuum pump 139Water soluble tapping oil 134Welded pipe 121Welding equipment 69Wheel assembly 112Wheel barrow 126Wheel 126Wieghing application 48Winche 102Wipe 124Wipper o-ring 124Wire connector 57;127Wire grid resistor 116Wire rope drum 112Wire rope hoist 144Wiring accessories 127Xylan coating 116Y’ type strainer 24Zinc Flake Coating 111Zinc flake coating 116Zirconia polycrystal ceramic 7

Product Pg No

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Acme Air Equipment Co Pvt Ltd 110

T: +91-79-25831985 E: [email protected] W: www.airequipments.com

Actuators India Pvt Ltd 140

T: +91-250-2480916 E: [email protected] W: www.actuatorsindia.in

Adinath Controls Pvt Ltd 112

T: +91-2764-286573 E: [email protected] W: www.adinathcontrols.com

Allied Electronics Corporation 6

T: +91-22 61953699 E: [email protected] W: www.aecconnectors.com

Ami Polymer Pvt Ltd 117

T: +91-22-28555107 E: [email protected] W: www.amipolymer.com

Amsak Cranes Private Limited 102

T: +91-44-26273486 E: [email protected] W: www.amsakcranes.com

Ani Engineers 16

T: +91-2752-241479 E: [email protected] W: www.anivaryapumps.com

Apex Industries 116

T: +91-2764-291085 E: [email protected] W: www.industrialcoatingsindia.com

Ballkings 130

T: +91-161-2534501 E: [email protected]

Baumer India Pvt Ltd 159

T: +91-20-25286833 E: [email protected] W: www.baumer.com

Bhagirath Heavy Transmission 112


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British Electricals 125

T: +91-22-40620000 E: [email protected] W: www.britishelectricals.com

Bry Air (Asia) Pvt Ltd 147

T: +91-11-23906777 E: [email protected] W: www.bryair.com

C&S Electric Ltd. 49

T: +91-11-30887520-29 W: www.cselectric.co.in

Chemical & Process World 82


Classic Polymers & Resins 119

T: +91-22-24465251 E: [email protected] W: www.classicpolymers.com

CNP Pumps India Pvt Ltd 39

T: +91-22-25818400 E: [email protected] W: www.nanfangpumps.com

Cole-Parmer India 71

T: +91-22-67162222 E: [email protected] W: www.coleparmer.in

Devco Industries 64

T: +91-2752-243997 E: [email protected] W: www.devcogrinders.com

Diamond Metal Screens Pvt. Ltd. 143

T: +91-831-2441295 E: [email protected] W: www.diamondscreens.com

Dr. Dinesh & Ramesh Engr. Pvt Ltd 114

T: +91-79-25893704 E: [email protected] W: www.drecasting.com

Elak Private Limited 18

T: +91-172-5078112 E: [email protected] W: www.elak.in

Electromech Material Handling Sys Pvt Ltd 157

T: +91-20-66542222 E: [email protected] W: www.emech.in

Electronic Automation Pvt Ltd 41

T: +91-80-42802345 E: [email protected] W: www.eaplindia.com

Electronic Relays(India)Pvt.Ltd 107

T: +91-80-22354189 E: [email protected] W: www.electronicrelaysindia.com

Enapros 116

T: +91-11-25778450 E: [email protected] W: www.resistorsonline.com

Endeavour Engineering 20

T: +91-79-65123263 E: [email protected] W: www.endeavourengineering.com

Essen Deinki 120

T: +91-172-4600600 E: [email protected] W: www.essendeinki.com

Everest Blower Systems 101

T: +91-11-45457777 E: [email protected] W: www.everestblowers.com

Exide Industries Ltd 145

T: +91-09830189941 E: [email protected] W: www.exide4u.com

Fenner India Ltd 25

T: +91-44-24312450 E: [email protected] W: www.fennerindia.com

Festo Controls Ltd 59

T: +91-80-22894100 E: [email protected] W: www.festo.com

Flir Systems India Pvt Ltd 65

T: +91-11-45603555 E: [email protected] W: www.flir.com/thg

Forbes Marshall Pvt Ltd 52

T: +91-20-27145595 E: [email protected] W: www.forbesmarshall.com

G L Brothers 69

T: +91-22-66047000 E: [email protected] W: www.pilotindia.com

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G W Precision Tools India Pvt Ltd .FICT: +91-80-40431252 E: [email protected] W: www.gwindia.in

Gandhi Automations Pvt Ltd 19

T: +91-22-66720200 E: [email protected] W: www.geapl.co.in

Gelco Electronics Pvt Ltd 27

T: +91-79-22200902 E: [email protected] W: www.gelco-world.com

Gem Equipments Ltd 23

T: +91-422-3267800 E: [email protected] W: www.gemindia.com

Gem Telergon Switchgears Pvt Ltd 109

T: +91-422-4392648 E: [email protected] W: www.gtswitches.com

Geometric Ltd 128

T: +91-22-67056880 E: [email protected] W: www.camworks.com

Goliya Electricals Pvt Ltd 125

T: +91-22-24120456 E: [email protected] W: www.goliya.com

Goliya Instruments Pvt Ltd 117

T: +91-22-24149657 E: [email protected] W: www.goliyainstruments.com

Grundfos Pumps India Pvt Ltd .BC

T: +91-44-24966800 E: [email protected] W: www.grundfos.in

Hannover Milano Fairs India Pvt Ltd 81

T: +91-22-42369719 E: [email protected] W: www.hannovermesse.com

Hensel Electric India Pvt. Ltd. 10, 148

T: +91-44-24541669 E: [email protected] W: www.hensel-electric.de

Hi-Fab Engineers Pvt Ltd 66

T: +91-22-40766555 E: [email protected] W: www.hi-fab.com

Hiflon Polymers Industries 124

T: +91-79-25857182 E: [email protected] W: www.fluoroplastind.com

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Hindustan Motor Mfg Co 84

T: +91-22-42500500 E: [email protected] W: www.hindmotors.com

Hi-Tech Applicator 24

T: +91-79-25833040 E: [email protected] W: www.ptfeindia.com

Igus India Pvt Ltd 118

T: +91-80-39127800 E: [email protected] W: www.igus.in

Inter Ads - Brooks Exhibitions Pvt Ltd 121

T: +91-09810042500 E: [email protected] W: www.india.aquatechtrade.com

Inter Ads - Brooks Exhibitions Pvt Ltd 135-137

T: +91 124 4524207 E: [email protected] W: www.blechindia.com

J J Gandhi Chemicals Pvt Ltd 129

T: +91-22-40972525 E: [email protected] W: www.jjgandhi.com

Jaibalaji Control Gears Pvt. Ltd., 28-35

T: +91-44-26251279 E: [email protected] W: www.jaibalaji.firm.in

Jyoti Ceramic Industries Pvt Ltd 7

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Jyoti CNC Automation Pvt. Ltd. .BIC

T: +91-2827-287081 E: [email protected] W: www.jyoti.co.in

K.U.Sodalamuthu & Co Pvt Ltd 14

T: +91-09810555577 E: [email protected] W: www.sodaltech.net

Karcher Cleaning Systems Pvt Ltd 155

T: +91-120-4661800 E: [email protected] W: www.karcher.in

Klipco Pvt Ltd 147

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Knowell International Pvt Ltd 142

T: +91-33-22304627 E: [email protected] W: www.knowell.co.in


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Larsen & Toubro Ltd 5

T: +1800-209-4545 E: [email protected] W: www.lntvalves.com

Larsen & Toubro Ltd 115

T: +1800-233-5858 E: [email protected] W: www.larsentoubro.com

Lee Spring Company India Pvt Ltd 97

T: +91-80-49376666 E: [email protected] W: www.leespring.com

Libratherm Instruments Pvt. Ltd. 119

T: +91-22-42555353 E: [email protected] W: www.libratherm.com

Maco Corporation India Pvt Ltd 123

T: +91-33-24758371 E: [email protected] W: www.macocorporation.com

Macro Tech Equipment Pvt Ltd 103

T: +91-33-24666261 E: [email protected] W: www.macrotechcal.com

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Makson Machines Pvt Ltd 122

T: +91-278-2446437 E: [email protected] W: www.makwanaeng.com

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Minilec (India) Pvt Ltd 46

T: +91-20-66524695 E: [email protected] W: www.minilecgroup.com

N S W India Ltd 149

T: +91-124-2372859 E: [email protected] W: www.nswindia.com

National Engineering Industries Ltd 26

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NMTG Mechtrans Techniques Pvt Ltd. 132T: +91-79-22821527 E: [email protected] W: www.nmtgindia.com

Novoflex Mktg Pvt Ltd 127T: +91-33-22260733 E: [email protected] W: www.novoflexgroup.com

Oil Seals Mfg Co Pvt Ltd 122T: +91-22-22047943 E: [email protected]

Patels Airflow Ltd 129T: +91-79-40200800 E: [email protected] W: www.steeltubeinida.com

Pinnacle Engineering Enterprise 139T: +91-2752-230552 E: [email protected] W: www.pinnaclegrinder.com

Pitroda Utility Industries 138T: +91-2752-243795 E: [email protected] W: www.pitrodautilityindia.com

Prakash Engitech Pvt Ltd 79T: +91-278-2438241 E: [email protected] W: www.prakashmachines.co.in

Rajamane Industries Pvt Ltd 105T: +91-80-43659000 E: [email protected] W: www.rajamane.com

Ravi Electronics 113T: +91-79-65722609 E: [email protected] W: www.fluconautomationinc.com

Renu Electronics Pvt Ltd 48T: +91-20-27292840 E: [email protected] W: www.renuelectronics.com

Rexello Castors Pvt Ltd 126T: +91-22-40917777 E: [email protected] W: www.rexello.com


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Robin Precision Products Pvt Ltd. 143T: +91-2827-287631 E: [email protected] W: www.bloodtools.com

Salvagnini Machinery India Pvt Ltd 67T: +91-80-32214123 E: [email protected]

W: www.salvangninigroup.comSee Lube Technologies P Ltd 134

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Shachi Engg Pvt Ltd 12T: +91-20-66546900 E: [email protected] W: www.shachiengg.com

Shailesh Sales Corporation 146T: +91-281-2461102 E: [email protected] W: www.shaileshmachines.com

Sonal Magnetics 144T: +91-79-22872349 E: [email protected] W: www.sonalmagnetics.com

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Sushma Industries 73T: +91-80-28397463 E: [email protected] W: www.sushmaindustries.com


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Synco Industries Ltd 132T: +91-291-2742077 E: [email protected] W: www.synco.co.in

SyP Engineering Co Pvt Ltd 128T: +91-22-28489969 E: [email protected] W: www.sypco.co.in

Techno Industries 144T: +91-79-25830742 E: [email protected] W: www.technoind.com

Teknic 21T: +91-22-26592392 E: [email protected] W: www.teknic.co.in

The Indian Electric Co 61; FGFT: +91-20-66865200 E: [email protected] W: www.indianelectric.com

The Supreme Industries Limited 8T: +91-22-40430000 E: [email protected] W: www.supreme.co.in

Theeta Electricals Pvt Ltd 133T: +91-124-4387400 E: [email protected] W: www.theeta.com

Trident Precision International 130T: +91-11-41425326 E: [email protected] W: www.trident-precision.com

Trident Products Pvt Ltd 140T: +91-124-4300626 E: [email protected] W: www.hydrauliccylinder.co.in

Vacunair Engineering Co Pvt Ltd 139T: +91-79-22910771 E: [email protected] W: www.vacunair.com

Venus Engineers 141T: +91-11-32222661 E: [email protected] W: www.venusengineers.com

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Wont Industrial Equipments 138T: +91-261-2894847 E: [email protected] W: www.wontindia.com


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