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Precision Precast Solutions Private Ltd: Casting a spell

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Concrete precast industry is in its infancy. With time and space constraint the construction industry will be looking for a quick fix solution. Concrete precast will be the panacea for the construction industry in the future. Precision Precast Solutions Private Ltd (PPS), an upcoming consultancy firm, promoted by a team of professionals, has been in the forefront of concrete precast consultancy. Offering a wide range of solutions for the concrete precast industry, PPS is marching ahead. Read on to know more about the various services offered by PPS.Precision Precast SolutionsPrivate Ltd (PPS), a Pune-based company, which commenced operations in June 2004, has a team of more than 50 well trained engineers, architects and detailers, today. PPS is promoted by professionals and offers structural design & detailing services using multiple technologies like RCC, precast concrete, structural steel, PT, etc. From 2008, to serve the clients better, PPS added services like project management & MEP consultancy to its repertoire. The company has positioned itself as an one-stop solution for all precast concrete design needs. For its excellence in its field, the company was awarded ISO 9001:2008."We aim to be pioneers in offering cutting-edge technology solutions which will help the industry achieve giant leaps in precast concrete. We see the construction Industry shaping towards a hybrid approach where no single technology is used in isolation. Structures would be a blend of precast concrete, RCC and/or steel. Offering services in all technologies is the USP of PPS", says Mangesh Hardas, Director, PPS.Precast concrete bouquetThe specialised services offered by PPS in precast consultancy include:1. Structural engineering design??Gravity & lateral load design??Design of precast pre- stressed elements like double tees, hollow core slabs, solid slabs, girders (IT, L, box, rectangular, etc), spandrels, wall panels-solid and insulated, columns??Dead man designs for wall panels??Block out analysis for wall panels??Design of connections2. Detailing of piece drawings??Double tees??Girders (IT, L, rectangular, box, etc)??Hollow core slabs??Solid slabs??Spandrels (load bearing & non-load bearing)??Wall panels (solid & insulated)??Columns??Column covers??Cornices??Bridge girders (I-girders, box girders, etc.)??Stair risers3. Detailing of erection drawings??Cover sheet??Anchor bold drawings??Framing plans??Elevations??Exterior elevations??Interior sectional elevations??Ramp wall elevations ??Shear wall elevations??Elevator wall elevations??Section details??Connection details??Stair & elevator plans, elevations & details4. Checking of piece drawings and erection drawings5. 3-D modelling6. Bill of material??Field loose material ??Embed plate quantity & drawings7. Reinforcement schedules??Reinforcement schedule for straight bars??Reinforcement schedule for standard bent bars??Reinforcement schedule for non-standard bent barsThe type of structures handled by PPS include:??Parking garages??Retail stores & warehouses??School building??Office buildings??Auto dealership jobs??Multi storey hotels??Pedestrian bridge ??Correction centre??Mixed use development projects??Multi storey apartment buildings, and BridgesThe company cater to clients across the globe. The company’s clients include – precasters from east coast to west coast of the USA and Canada, precast concrete engineering consultants from the US and developers in India.With an in-house dedicated R & D team, the company offers R & D consultancy projects about technology evaluation and assessment with respect to particular client/job. The company has presented papers at various conferences and seminars.The company works with all the big pre-casters in the US. "We are also working with well known consultants in precast concrete in the US like Dr Ned Cleland of Blue Ridge Design Inc. We are also collaborating with Dr Joe Colaco of CBM Engineers, USA on several precast design jobs in India", said Hardas.Major projectsPPS has offered their services to some of the prestigious projects such as MBA College Building, Pune; hotels in Chennai, apartments at Samalkot and 70 villas at Panchagani (Windsor Park). The company has also offered its services to many overseas clients.A booming futureWith time and space constraint, the construction industry will have to depend on precast structures to speed up construction activities. As Hardas rightly pointed out "use of cement prefab structures in India is in its infancy, but this technology promises to become very popular in the coming years". The company with years of experience in consultancy to the precast concrete industry is well placed to leverage on the opportunity, that the industry will offer in the coming years."Cement Prefab products have a very good future in India, considering the huge volume of construction needed, but off set by constraints like labour shortages and delivery pressures. Major infrastructure projects like parking structures, warehouses, residential and commercial projects can be the growth drivers" said Mangesh Hardas, director, PPS.

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India Sets Up First Carbon Capture Testbeds for Cement Industry

Five CCU testbeds launched to decarbonise cement production

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The Department of Science and Technology (DST) recently unveiled a pioneering national initiative: five Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) testbeds in the cement sector, forming a first-of-its-kind research and innovation cluster to combat industrial carbon emissions.
This is a significant step towards India’s Climate Action for fostering National Determined Contributions (NDCs) targets and to achieve net zero decarbonisation pathways for Industry Transition., towards the Government’s goal to achieve a carbon-neutral economy by 2070.
Carbon Capture Utilisation (CCU) holds significant importance in hard-to-abate sectors like Cement, Steel, Power, Oil &Natural Gas, Chemicals & Fertilizers in reducing emissions by capturing carbon dioxide from industrial processes and converting it to value add products such as synthetic fuels, Urea, Soda, Ash, chemicals, food grade CO2 or concrete aggregates. CCU provides a feasible pathway for these tough to decarbonise industries to lower their carbon footprint and move towards achieving Net Zero Goals while continuing their operations efficiently. DST has taken major strides in fostering R&D in the CCUS domain.
Concrete is vital for India’s economy and the Cement industry being one of the main hard-to-abate sectors, is committed to align with the national decarbonisation commitments. New technologies to decarbonise emission intensity of the cement sector would play a key role in achieving of national net zero targets.
Recognizing the critical need for decarbonising the Cement sector, the Energy and Sustainable Technology (CEST) Division of Department launched a unique call for mobilising Academia-Industry Consortia proposals for deployment of Carbon Capture Utilisation (CCU) in Cement Sector. This Special call envisaged to develop and deploy innovative CCU Test bed in Cement Sector with thrust on Developing CO2 capture + CO2 Utilisation integrated unit in an Industrial set up through an innovative Public Private Partnership (PPP) funding model.
As a unique initiative and one of its first kind in India, DST has approved setting up of five CCU testbeds for translational R&D, to be set up in Academia-Industry collaboration under this significant initiative of DST in PPP mode, engaging with premier research laboratories as knowledge partners and top Cement companies as the industry partner.
On the occasion of National Technology Day celebrations, on May 11, 2025 the 5 CCU Cement Test beds were announced and grants had been handed over to the Test bed teams by the Chief Guest, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr Jitendra Singh in the presence of Secretary DST Prof. Abhay Karandikar.
The five testbeds are not just academic experiments — they are collaborative industrial pilot projects bringing together India’s top research institutions and leading cement manufacturers under a unique Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. Each testbed addresses a different facet of CCU, from cutting-edge catalysis to vacuum-based gas separation.
The outcomes of this innovative initiative will not only showcase the pathways of decarbonisation towards Net zero goals through CCU route in cement sector, but should also be a critical confidence building measure for potential stakeholders to uptake the deployed CCU technology for further scale up and commercialisation.
It is envisioned that through continuous research and innovation under these test beds in developing innovative catalysts, materials, electrolyser technology, reactors, and electronics, the cost of Green Cement via the deployed CCU technology in Cement Sector may considerably be made more sustainable.
Secretary DBT Dr Rajesh Gokhale, Dr Ajai Choudhary, Co-Founder HCL, Dr. Rajesh Pathak, Secretary, TDB, Dr Anita Gupta Head CEST, DST and Dr Neelima Alam, Associate Head, DST were also present at the programme organized at Dr Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi.

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JK Lakshmi Adopts EVs to Cut Emissions in Logistics

Electric vehicles deployed between JK Puram and Kalol units

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JK Lakshmi Cement, a key player in the Indian cement industry, has announced the deployment of electric vehicles (EVs) in its logistics operations. This move, made in partnership with SwitchLabs Automobiles, will see EVs transporting goods between the JK Puram Plant in Sirohi, Rajasthan, and the Kalol Grinding Unit in Gujarat.
The announcement follows a successful pilot project that showcased measurable reductions in carbon emissions while maintaining efficiency. Building on this, the company is scaling up EV integration to enhance sustainability across its supply chain.
“Sustainability is integral to our vision at JK Lakshmi Cement. Our collaboration with SwitchLabs Automobiles reflects our continued focus on driving innovation in our logistics operations while taking responsibility for our environmental footprint. This initiative positions us as a leader in transforming the cement sector’s logistics landscape,” said Arun Shukla, President & Director, JK Lakshmi Cement.
This deployment marks a significant step in aligning with India’s push for greener transport infrastructure. By embracing clean mobility, JK Lakshmi Cement is setting an example for the industry, demonstrating that environmental responsibility can go hand in hand with operational efficiency.
The company continues to embed sustainability into its operations as part of a broader goal to reduce its carbon footprint. This initiative adds to its vision of building a more sustainable and eco-friendly future.
JK Lakshmi Cement, part of the 135-year-old JK Organisation, began operations in 1982 and has grown to become a recognised name in Indian cement. With a presence across Northern, Western, and Eastern India, the company has a cement capacity of 16.5 MTPA, with a target to reach 30 MT by 2030. Its product range includes ready-mix concrete, gypsum plaster, wall putty, and autoclaved aerated fly ash blocks.

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Holcim UK drives sustainable construction

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Holcim UK has released a report titled ‘Making Sustainable Construction a Reality,’ outlining its five-fold commitment to a greener future. The company aims to focus on decarbonisation, circular economy principles, smarter building methods, community engagement, and integrating nature. Based on a survey of 2,000 people, only 41 per cent felt urban spaces in the UK are sustainably built. A significant majority (82 per cent) advocated for more green spaces, 69 per cent called for government leadership in sustainability, and 54 per cent saw businesses as key players. Additionally, 80 per cent of respondents stressed the need for greater transparency from companies regarding their environmental practices.

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