Puzzolana Machinery Fabricators LLP
We have made advancements in the company by having developed Bio Mining and C&D waste handling equipment, high capacity (TPH) crushers, introducing Automation and Digital technology, and using alternate power sources like solar and wind in our manufacturing.
Abhijeet Pai - President, Puzzolana Machinery Fabricators LLP
What opportunities is the company tapping in the construction of large-scale infrastructure projects?
With significant growth in the road sector, especially in the northern hilly regions, and the rapid development of railway corridors, including high-speed bullet train projects, we are preparing to engage with key user industries like NHAI, Indian Railways, and the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) to showcase our latest line of Puzzolana Machinery.
Our aim is to bring automation into our plant operations and enhance cost efficiency per ton of production. We look forward to meetings with government bodies to share our latest advancements, and we are excited to present our newest innovations and cost-effective solutions to our valued clients.
What automation and digitalization has the company implemented in its plants to optimize operations?
At Puzzolana, R&D is central to our vision. Customer feedback on evolving needs for quality, aggregate sizes, capacities, logistics, pollution standards, mobility, and more provides us with opportunities to enhance our equipment and plant engineering.
Our team of designers, engineers, and service experts actively integrates the latest technology. We have implemented automation and SCADA systems in our plants to optimize operational costs and monitor productivity. As part of our digitalization efforts, we have automated the entire plant process, incorporating equipment monitoring for both input and output, along with VFDs where needed. Safety features like pull cords and zero-speed switches are installed on all conveyors. Plant operations can be tracked through a PLC and HMI panel, providing a clear visualization of plant performance.
What measures has the company taken towards reducing energy consumption and minimizing emissions?
We have taken the following steps:
- Introduced alternate power sources like solar and wind power in the manufacturing process.
- Developed equipment for Bio Mining and C&D waste handling.
- Introduced high capacity (TPH) crushers and reduced the numbers of machines in the circuit, conserving power and reducing environmental pollution.
- Introduced Automation and Digital technology to optimise flexibility in the operation and maintenance of our plants.
How is the company overcoming price competitiveness, tariffs, logistics, and local content regulations in key export markets?
To remain competitive in global markets, we are developing more robust and reliable machines at optimum capex. Our machines now have lower operating costs due to their lesser wear and tear and use of alternate power sources, and their ease of operation. In fact, we are developing more advanced machines that meet the local regulations.
However, a collaboration between the government and industry bodies is essential for promoting quality-focused industries that will aid in import substitution, while a review of import duties on key components, such as bearings and hydraulics, would further support this goal.
How is your company meeting customers demand for timely supply of parts and services?
We have stationed our service teams in all the crushing zones, with dedicated teams at Puzzolana branch offices in each region and at all associate locations. Our in-house foundries have been expanded to meet the demand for wear parts.
We have set up new manufacturing facilities and stock points to effectively manage spare parts requirements. In fact, we are planning on producing the majority of components in-house and implementing backward integration where needed.
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