Birla Carbon’s First Asia Post Treatment Plant Launches in Patalganga, India
Birla Carbon inaugurated its first Post Treatment plant in Asia on October 15, 2024, located in Patalganga, India. This facility marks a significant advancement in the company’s operations and capabilities within the Specialty Carbon Black industry.
What is the Asia Post Treatment plant?
The Asia Post Treatment (APT) plant is a brownfield project at Birla Carbon’s Patalganga unit. Equipped with cutting-edge treatment technology, the facility is set to revolutionize specialty black production by offering unmatched flexibility, efficiency, and precision.
The plant’s advanced machinery ensures precise control over reaction times, facilitating the production of ultra-high-performance grades tailored to meet the specific needs of our customers in industries like coatings and inks.
Carbon black grades treated at the APT plant includes:
- Raven 1035P
- Raven 1255P
- Raven 1185 Ultra
How Will the APT Plant Transform Birla Carbon’s Operations?
The commissioning of the APT plant marks a pivotal moment for Birla Carbon, set to transform the company’s operational landscape. This facility will enhance our global network by complementing our Specialty Black Post Treatment plants in North Bend (USA) and Yeosu (South Korea), while bringing us closer to our partners in Asia. With this new plant, we are better positioned to meet the rising demand for high-performance carbon black in industries such as coatings and inks, driving innovation and efficiency across the region.
Speaking about the launch, Rajeev Sonthalia, Director, Birla Carbon, said, “The establishment of this state-of-the-art facility is not just another addition to Birla Carbon’s global infrastructure. It represents a leap forward in our capabilities and our unwavering commitment to innovation, efficiency, operational excellence, and sustainability.” He added, “We are poised to lead the industry with our cutting-edge technology, sustainable practices, and unwavering commitment to quality.”
John Loudermilk, President and CEO, Birla Carbon, also commented on the new milestone, saying, “The launch of the Asia Post Treatment plant is a tangible step in Birla Carbon’s journey towards addressing the needs of our specialty customers. Our focus as a business has been on sustainability and innovation, driven by a strong base of operational excellence, across all our global facilities. With the Asia Post Treatment plant, we aim to bring high value specialty products to our partners and enrich the lives around the world by ensuring we build trust with our partners, our communities, and our factories.”
Sharing the overview of the APT, Amit Kumar, Chief Manufacturing Officer, Asia, Birla Carbon, said, “Some of the key benefits that this plant brings to our operations are speed, efficiency, and precision. These elements come together to deliver exceptional quality, which is a hallmark of Birla Carbon. Our focus areas on innovation, operational excellence and high quality will remain and grow with this facility. By leveraging the latest technology and our global capabilities, we are poised to meet the growing demand for high-quality carbon black solutions in various industries, including inks, coatings, and beyond.”
About the APT Launch
The launch event on October 15, 2024, at the Patalganga plant was attended by key dignitaries from the Aditya Birla Group, senior leadership from Birla Carbon, and key customers of Birla Carbon.
To commemorate the occasion, Rajeev Sonthalia and John Loudermilk unveiled the official plaque.
This was followed by a guided tour of the APT facility led by senior engineers, showcasing the state-of-the-art technologies that will drive Birla Carbon’s continued growth in the region.
The APT plant is set to produce some of the cleanest and highest-quality specialty blacks in the industry. This advanced facility will empower us to meet customer demands more quickly and efficiently, solidifying Birla Carbon’s position as a leader in innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence.
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