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We sell solutions to complex bulk material handling needs
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Y Srinivas Reddy, Founder and Managing Director, Bevcon Wayors.
Our emphasis on R&D, foreign collaborations and in-house manufacturing facilities make our products truly world class. We have major market share in turnkey execution of fuel (coal/coke/lignite) handling systems for thermal power plants across India and have also executed various raw material handling projects for the steel and cement plants. Plus, we have multiple foreign collaborations across the world that have helped us offer matchless services to our clients, says Y Srinivas Reddy, Founder and Managing Director, Bevcon Wayors. Excerpts from the interview.
How do you assess the growth potential for bulk material handling industry?
Business of Indian bulk material handling for last two years has been deeply affected by volatile markets and by ambiguous policy situations. Considering the momentum in the infrastructure sectors in particular power, ports, mining and cement, a steady growth rate of 15-20 per cent can be seen in the bulk material handling sector for the next five years There is great scope for the material handling industry in future once guiding policies regarding environmental clearances, land acquisitions and method of awarding contracts are defined by the government in a transparent manner. I am optimistic that Indian material handling industry will have golden days ahead.
What are the latest innovations from Bevcon?
Recently we got technology agreement with Overland Conveyor Co., USA, for cross country long distance conveyor and pipe conveyors. The will be used in power and mining industries. Using belt conveyors to transport ore, coal and other materials from the mines and ports to the processing plants or power plants has been proven to be an efficient method of transportation. These conveyors can follow most terrains and have little or no impact on the enviornment. Operating and maintenance costs are low and they are extremely safe to operate.
Introduction of high angle sandwich belt conveyors has made it possible to convey any mineral from pit bottom to the surface. The technology is developed in collaboration with Dos Santos International, USA, for open pit mine and for in-pit crushing. The technology also minimises the impact on environment and brings down the operational cost.
How do you spread awareness about your latest innovations?
Awareness about new developments in the bulk material handling industry is not a big challenge in the present age of information. However, as a manufacturer we have to take extraordinary initiatives in promoting the product by way of interactions with consultants and clients by conducting seminars, showcasing products in exhibitions, use of print media of concerned segment journals and of course through internet.
How energy efficient is Bevcon’s range of solutions?
Bevcon provides cost effective solutions to the industry with a series of new generation material handling equipments like steep angle conveyors, air-supported-belt conveyor, sandwich conveyors etc. Recently we have implemented revolutionary concept in one of the cement plants in India for conveying clinker from wagon unloading to silo storage in most cost effective and very low power consumption.
What are the challenges in front of the industry?
Risk assessment is major challenge for the industry considering tight cash flows and time consuming financial clearances from Institutions. Also, slow project clearance processes of the government puts extraordinary strain on the industry and on the economy.
Tell us about your R&D efforts.
Our in-house research and development group called TDG develops on average 10 to 12 new equipment per year for the various material handling needs. The core focus of the department is development of new products, validation of those products and providing cost effective solutions. The group consists of ‘subject matter specialists’ from various domains working collectively to get the desired results. We have also approached the DISR for recognition of our facility as an R&D hub.
Could you throw some light on the sales and distribution network of your company?
We believe that our strong sales and marketing team, along with our after-sales services team, separates us from our competition. To make our services easily accessible we have established full-fledged regional sales and service offices in cities like Pune, Chennai, Jamshedpur, Bhubaneswar, Kolkata, New Delhi, Vadodara and in Raipur. All regional offices are complete with sales and marketing teams, application and design engineering experts, quality assurance and as well project management personal.
How important the role of a consultant especially for MHE in the cement industry?
In my view, most of the cement companies are highly dependent on consultants in overall designing of the plant and defining equipment specifications. But in last couple of years it has been noticed that few big industrial groups have formed their own specialised project engineering groups that are taking control of entire projects from concept to commissioning. However, overall the role of consultants is very crucial and to the best of my knowledge their role in material handling industry is not being undervalued.
Tell us about your company and your operations?
Bevcon is a leading provider of high-quality, technologically advanced integrated bulk material handling and processing solutions. We have large market share in turnkey execution of material handling applications in raw material handling systems for steel plants, cement plants, fuel (coal/coke/lignite) handling systems, for coal and biomass based power plants, in-plant material handling systems, ferro alloy plants, sugar, fertilizer, agri, lime coke handling systems etc.
We have three state-of-the-art manufacturing set-ups in Hyderabad equipped with latest technologies such as latest plasma cutting machine etc. Our 3rd state-of-art fully automised idler and pulley manufacturing plant will be start running at full scale by next financial year at Hyderabad. Recently we have started our 4th full-fledged manufacturing plant at Raipur.
We have plans to expand our manufacturing base by putting up 5th manufacturing unit in Hyderabad to manufacture stackers and reclaimers, sandwich conveyors and material handling components. We have adopted world’s best processes like SAP, ISO and kaizen 5s systems at our facilities.
We have executed around 2700 projects with repeated customer base of 62 per cent by providing innovative and cost effective processes solutions backed by in-house research development and as well as through external collaborations. Our product range covers almost all equipments and turnkey project solutions pertaining to material handling applications. Bevcon is profit making debt free company from the inception and last year our sales turnover was 185 crores and has been growing at a CAGR of 20 per cent.
All of us are committed towards the core value of the organization – iTREAT that stands for innovation, trust, reliability, empowerment, attitude and transparency. We appreciate the aspirations of our employees and the efforts they make towards achieving excellence.
Could you brief us on your CSR initiatives?
As a corporate, we are aware of our social responsibility and feel grateful towards the society and intend to give back to it. Our aim is to usher an all inclusive growth. Time and again, we have taken initiatives to support education for poor, extending education towards the specially abled children, making knowledge available for the visually challenged ones, holding health camps and to provide free medicine for children and to make safe drinking water available for all. All this CSR activities are carried out under an initiative called i2i – imagination 2 impact, a Bevcon CSR initiative.
Landmark Projects
- High capacity coke handling at TATA Jamshedpur through side wall belt conveyors, which will be the largest ever conveying application in India.
- First of a kind 500 tph metal recovery plant for JSW Ispat through Harsco.
- World’s 1st coal gas based DRI plant for ever highest 2400tph raw material handling system for Jindal at Angul.
- Setting up state-of-the-art 800tph radial coal stacker of 270 degree rotation to handle 50,000 tonnes storage stockpile capacity with ground track hopper system for unloading coal from wagons and along with conventional reclaiming system at IMFA.
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India donates 225t of cement for Myanmar earthquake relief
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June 17, 2025By
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On 23 May 2025, the Indian Navy ship UMS Myitkyina arrived at Thilawa (MITT) port carrying 225 tonnes of cement provided by the Indian government to aid post-earthquake rebuilding efforts in Myanmar. As reported by the Global Light of Myanmar, a formal handover of 4500 50kg cement bags took place that afternoon. The Yangon Region authorities managed the loading of the cement onto trucks for distribution to the earthquake-affected zones.
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Reclamation of Used Oil for a Greener Future
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June 16, 2025By
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In this insightful article, KB Mathur, Founder and Director, Global Technical Services, explores how reclaiming used lubricants through advanced filtration and on-site testing can drive cost savings, enhance productivity, and support a greener industrial future. Read on to discover how oil regeneration is revolutionising sustainability in cement and core industries.
The core principle of the circular economy is to redefine the life cycle of materials and products. Unlike traditional linear models where waste from industrial production is dumped/discarded into the environment causing immense harm to the environment;the circular model seeks to keep materials literally in continuous circulation. This is achievedthrough processes cycle of reduction, regeneration, validating (testing) and reuse. Product once
validated as fit, this model ensures that products and materials are reintroduced into the production system, minimising waste. The result? Cleaner and greener manufacturing that fosters a more sustainable planet for future generations.
The current landscape of lubricants
Modern lubricants, typically derived from refined hydrocarbons, made from highly refined petroleum base stocks from crude oil. These play a critical role in maintaining the performance of machinery by reducing friction, enabling smooth operation, preventing damage and wear. However, most of these lubricants; derived from finite petroleum resources pose an environmental challenge once used and disposed of. As industries become increasingly conscious of their environmental impact, the paramount importance or focus is shifting towards reducing the carbon footprint and maximising the lifespan of lubricants; not just for environmental reasons but also to optimise operational costs.
During operations, lubricants often lose their efficacy and performance due to contamination and depletion of additives. When these oils reach their rejection limits (as they will now offer poor or bad lubrication) determined through laboratory testing, they are typically discarded contributing to environmental contamination and pollution.
But here lies an opportunity: Used lubricants can be regenerated and recharged, restoring them to their original performance level. This not only mitigates environmental pollution but also supports a circular economy by reducing waste and conserving resources.
Circular economy in lubricants
In the world of industrial machinery, lubricating oils while essential; are often misunderstood in terms of their life cycle. When oils are used in machinery, they don’t simply ‘DIE’. Instead, they become contaminated with moisture (water) and solid contaminants like dust, dirt, and wear debris. These contaminants degrade the oil’s effectiveness but do not render it completely unusable. Used lubricants can be regenerated via advanced filtration processes/systems and recharged with the use of performance enhancing additives hence restoring them. These oils are brought back to ‘As-New’ levels. This new fresher lubricating oil is formulated to carry out its specific job providing heightened lubrication and reliable performance of the assets with a view of improved machine condition. Hence, contributing to not just cost savings but leading to magnified productivity, and diminished environmental stress.
Save oil, save environment
At Global Technical Services (GTS), we specialise in the regeneration of hydraulic oils and gear oils used in plant operations. While we don’t recommend the regeneration of engine oils due to the complexity of contaminants and additives, our process ensures the continued utility of oils in other applications, offering both cost-saving and environmental benefits.
Regeneration process
Our regeneration plant employs state-of-the-art advanced contamination removal systems including fine and depth filters designed to remove dirt, wear particles, sludge, varnish, and water. Once contaminants are removed, the oil undergoes comprehensive testing to assess its physico-chemical properties and contamination levels. The test results indicate the status of the regenerated oil as compared to the fresh oil.
Depending upon the status the oil is further supplemented with high performance additives to bring it back to the desired specifications, under the guidance of an experienced lubrication technologist.
Contamination Removal ? Testing ? Additive Addition
(to be determined after testing in oil test laboratory)
The steps involved in this process are as follows:
1. Contamination removal: Using advanced filtration techniques to remove contaminants.
2. Testing: Assessing the oil’s properties to determine if it meets the required performance standards.
3. Additive addition: Based on testing results, performance-enhancing additives are added to restore the oil’s original characteristics.
On-site oil testing laboratories
The used oil from the machine passes through 5th generation fine filtration to be reclaimed as ‘New Oil’ and fit to use as per stringent industry standards.
To effectively implement circular economy principles in oil reclamation from used oil, establishing an on-site oil testing laboratory is crucial at any large plants or sites. Scientific testing methods ensure that regenerated oil meets the specifications required for optimal machine performance, making it suitable for reuse as ‘New Oil’ (within specified tolerances). Hence, it can be reused safely by reintroducing it in the machines.
The key parameters to be tested for regenerated hydraulic, gear and transmission oils (except Engine oils) include both physical and chemical characteristics of the lubricant:
- Kinematic Viscosity
- Flash Point
- Total Acid Number
- Moisture / Water Content
- Oil Cleanliness
- Elemental Analysis (Particulates, Additives and Contaminants)
- Insoluble
The presence of an on-site laboratory is essential for making quick decisions; ensuring that test reports are available within 36 to 48 hours and this prevents potential mechanical issues/ failures from arising due to poor lubrication. This symbiotic and cyclic process helps not only reduce waste and conserve oil, but also contributes in achieving cost savings and playing a big role in green economy.
Conclusion
The future of industrial operations depends on sustainability, and reclaiming used lubricating oils plays a critical role in this transformation. Through 5th Generation Filtration processes, lubricants can be regenerated and restored to their original levels, contributing to both environmental preservation and economic efficiency.
What would happen if we didn’t recycle our lubricants? Let’s review the quadruple impacts as mentioned below:
1. Oil Conservation and Environmental Impact: Used lubricating oils after usage are normally burnt or sold to a vendor which can be misused leading to pollution. Regenerating oils rather than discarding prevents unnecessary waste and reduces the environmental footprint of the industry. It helps save invaluable resources, aligning with the principles of sustainability and the circular economy. All lubricating oils (except engine oils) can be regenerated and brought to the level of ‘As New Oils’.
2. Cost Reduction Impact: By extending the life of lubricants, industries can significantly cut down on operating costs associated with frequent oil changes, leading to considerable savings over time. Lubricating oils are expensive and saving of lubricants by the process of regeneration will overall be a game changer and highly economical to the core industries.
3. Timely Decisions Impact: Having an oil testing laboratory at site is of prime importance for getting test reports within 36 to 48 hours enabling quick decisions in critical matters that may
lead to complete shutdown of the invaluable asset/equipment.
4. Green Economy Impact: Oil Regeneration is a fundamental part of the green economy. Supporting industries in their efforts to reduce waste, conserve resources, and minimise pollution is ‘The Need of Our Times’.
About the author:
KB Mathur, Founder & Director, Global Technical Services, is a seasoned mechanical engineer with 56 years of experience in India’s oil industry and industrial reliability. He pioneered ‘Total Lubrication Management’ and has been serving the mining and cement sectors since 1999.

The Indian cement industry has reached a critical juncture in its sustainability journey. In a landmark move, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has, for the first time, announced greenhouse gas (GHG) emission intensity reduction targets for 282 entities, including 186 cement plants, under the Carbon Credit Trading Scheme, 2023. These targets, to be enforced starting FY2025-26, are aligned with India’s overarching ambition of achieving net zero emissions by 2070.
Cement manufacturing is intrinsically carbon-intensive, contributing to around 7 per cent of global GHG emissions, or approximately 3.8 billion tonnes annually. In India, the sector is responsible for 6 per cent of total emissions, underscoring its critical role in national climate mitigation strategies. This regulatory push, though long overdue, marks a significant shift towards accountability and structured decarbonisation.
However, the path to a greener cement sector is fraught with challenges—economic viability, regulatory ambiguity, and technical limitations continue to hinder the widespread adoption of sustainable alternatives. A major gap lies in the lack of a clear, India-specific definition for ‘green cement’, which is essential to establish standards and drive industry-wide transformation.
Despite these hurdles, the industry holds immense potential to emerge as a climate champion. Studies estimate that through targeted decarbonisation strategies—ranging from clinker substitution and alternative fuels to carbon capture and innovative product development—the sector could reduce emissions by 400 to 500 million metric tonnes by 2030.
Collaborations between key stakeholders and industry-wide awareness initiatives (such as Earth Day) are already fostering momentum. The responsibility now lies with producers, regulators and technology providers to fast-track innovation and investment.
The time to act is now. A sustainable cement industry is not only possible—it is imperative.

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