Energy Conservation
Energy conservation efforts are constantly being pursued at
Kajaria. Power consumption is diligently monitored in order to
minimize wastage and facilitate optimum utilization of energy.
Maintenance and repairs of all equipment and machineries are
carried out timely to ensure optimum energy efficiency. Some
of the energy conservation measures undertaken by us are as
follows –
1) Installation of 1 MW roof-top solar plant at Gailpur plant
to generate green power by converting solar energy. We
are also utilizing wind turbines at Jaisalmer, Rajasthan,
and Dhulle (Maharashtra) to produce green energy. Such
generations will dilute the renewable energy obligation
towards the Government
2) Connected with a 132 KV grid system, having a sanctioned
load of 12 MVA power grid, at the Gailpur facility to
optimize the load on grid. This helps to reduce the running
of generators thereafter allowing for effective utilization of
grid and reduction in fuel consumption for generators
3) Continuously maintaining power factor to achieve effective
utilization of grid power and reduction in apparent energy
consumption. Efforts are also being made to mitigate or
reduce harmonics by broadband reactors. Combined,
these measures result in scaling down apparent as well as
active energy consumption
4) Installation of BEE (Bureau of Energy Efficiency) certified
electrical items and equipment along with latest generation
energy-efficient lighting and variable frequency drives in
order to conserve energy and also drive down costs
5) Installation of heat recovery system at Gailpur (Unit-1)
and Malutana plants to attain considerable fuel savings by
allocating the exhaust heat of kilns to vertical driers
6) Innovative efforts in controlling natural mineral resources
by using recycled waste helps to achieve considerable
savings of energy
4.01 crores
Technology Absorption
Kajaria has been acquiring, developing, and utilizing
technological knowledge to deliver a large variety of
technologically advanced products to its customers. We focus
on development of new products, processes, and catalysts
to support existing business, advanced troubleshooting, and
supporting profit by way of reducing costs and improving
quality at our manufacturing plants.
(i) Major efforts made towards technology absorption
a. New size digital ceramic wall (40X80 cm) and floor
(60X60 cm) tiles were introduced in glossy, silk, satin,
and matt finish, ideal for all kinds of interiors and
exteriors
b. White body was developed in ceramic wall and floor
tiles to enhance appearance of the product to compete
in the domestic as well as international markets
c. A new size (80X120 cm) was developed for digital
glazed vitrified tiles in the technical series which is
available in polish and matt finish. The marble tech
series are developed based on the European designers.
The designs were created keeping in mind the ultra-
modern luxury lifestyle
d. The company has fully adopted the latest technology
available for producing ceramic tiles putting Kajaria in
the same league as other manufacturers in the Chinese
and European markets.
e. Our R&D and technical experts constantly visit
international markets to identify and keep pace with
the latest technologies available
f. Apart from the Gailpur unit, Sikandrabad plant has
also received R&D recognition certificate from the
Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR)
(ii) Benefits derived through such efforts
a. We have developed a culture of staying informed
about the latest developments in related technology
as well as constantly updating our equipment and
processes. Such innovations have led us to be in the
forefront amongst our competitors.
b. The new sizes in the ceramic and vitrified tiles have
been valuable additions to our product line which have
allowed us to meet the demands of customers who
want latest offerings prevalent in the international
markets.
c. Technology absorption efforts have not only allowed
us to develop new products but also improve our
existing ones.
Annexure -
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Energy Conservation, Technology Absorption and Foreign
Exchange Earnings and Outgo
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