Preparing India for a Sustainable Indigenous Future
“We are dedicated to eco-sustainability which is evident in our manufacturing processes and systems.” Satyen V Patel, Managing Director, Sahyadri Industries Ltd. What have been the significant transformations in the Company? Starting off by pioneering roofing solutions under Swastik, SIL has grown exponentially. Currently, the company’s product offerings include innovative, specialized, futuristic products that are adept enough to meet all the contemporary challenges. At Sahyadri, we are always abreast with the latest technological innovations and it is reflected in our product range. It encompasses not only interior and exterior building systems and roofing solutions, but also security doors, power generation, and sustainable material. Sahyadri Solution and Innovation Lab creates real time solution for problems that affect the construction industry. Pumping in years of R&D and investments to create world-class solutions, right here in India. What are some of the novel initiatives of the Company? S3 is an erect-on-site, pre-engineered building technology which is grabbing attention of industrial experts. The advanced features of the dry and fast-track construction system makes it sturdy, reliable and easy-to move. Being a dry construction, no plastering or curing is required, hence amounting to huge water and sand savings. This 3-layered Hybrid Wall offers perfect thermal Insulation with Leak proof walls. Complying with the international standards, S3 is earthquake resistant, robust yet lightweight and moisture-proof. How is the company keeping in sync with changing times? To cater to the growing demand of green building products, the buildings systems from Sahyadri eliminate the use of bricks completely, helping in the conservation of cultivable topsoil. Our products are made up using fly ash which is the waste of Thermal Power Station, they are environment friendly & do not create heat island effects caused due to concrete slab. These contribute towards achieving UNFCCC guidelines on Global warming. Another revolutionary product is ECOPRO which is a highly durable and sustainable product that is wood-free, light-weight and asbestos-free. While retaining the core attributes of building material, eco pro has emerged as a reliable substitute for conventional materials. Suitable for a host of architectural and interior applications, ranging from false ceiling and panelling to furniture and partitions, eco pro offers the benefits of multifunctional and multipurpose cement boards. What is the Company’s growth outlook? One of the key drivers for Sahyadri Industries Ltd (SIL) has been its established market position in the corrugated AC sheets industry. CRISIL has upgraded its ratings for Sahyadri Industries Limited (SIL) to ‘CRISIL BBB/Positive/CRISIL A3+’ giving a ‘Positive Outlook’ as it believes SIL will continue to benefit over the medium term from its established market position. Spreading its wings, Sahyadri now caters to varied domestic as well as international markets and has expanded its network to states like Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Gujarat and established our presence in South Asia, Middle East and Africa.
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