Patel Chem Talod Plant Capacity Jumps to 4500 MT

Key Quantitative Figures

• The annual production capacity of the Talod plant has been increased from 720 MT per annum to 4500 MT per annum.
• The capital expenditure for this expansion is approximately ₹20 crore.

Details of Capacity Addition and Utilization

• Existing Capacity (Manufacturing): 750 MT per annum of MCCP (Modified Calcium Carbonate Precipitate) manufacturing.
• Existing Capacity Utilization: Optimal Utilization.
• Enhanced Capacity: 4500 MT per annum.
• Timeline: The enhanced capacity is likely to be fully operational shortly. Trial batches have already commenced, and commercial production is expected to begin shortly.

Investment and Financing

• Investment: Approximately ₹20 crore.
• Mode of Financing: The expansion was financed through loans from a bank and internal accruals.

Project Rationale

The capacity was increased to meet the anticipated growth in product demand and to enable shorter delivery schedules for customers.