Over the years the Zak Glass Technology has played an instrumental role in bridging the gap between the Indian and overseas glass processing, manufacturing, and allied industries. This time too, it was no different. In fact, the 2013 edition was of a greater magnitude.
Zak Glass Technology Expo 2013 boasted of a large international exhibitor presence and increased number of visitors. The continued growth was confirmed not only by an increase in the number of visitors, but also by high levels of exhibitor satisfaction. The trade fair for the glass processing industry took place for the eleventh time in December 2013, drawing exhibitors from 22 countries to Mumbai. This specialist event was aimed at all sectors related with glass production, processing, products and technology. Around 230 exhibiting brands showcased their products and technologies.
| Here was a show to change perceptions! | |
| Event Name: | ZAK Glass Technology 2013 |
| Dates & Venue: | 12-15 December, 2013 – Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon (East), Mumbai, India. |
| Exhibition Time: | 10:00 am – 6:00 pm |
Mr. Rahul Rajgaria, Director – Marketing, Pentagon Bow Tapes, informed, "The show offered us best possible platform to showcase our product range. It was attended by the who's who of the glass and façade industries, developers, architects, thereby ensuring that all the exhibitors got full value for their money. Thanks for the wonderful show."
Zak Doors & Windows Expo achieved newer heights in terms of innovative product display and rightly affirmed its status as India's numero uno platform for the fenestration industry of India. The tenth edition of expo attracted around 114 exhibitors from 14 countries representing 168 Indian and International brands. Latest technology for Doors, Windows, Façade, its accessories and the technology to produce them was presented to the visitors. The exhibitors received a great number of interested trade visitors, new business contacts and existing customers which highlight the dynamic growth of the Indian fenestration industry.
Mr. Farid Khan, Director & CEO, profine India, remarked, "Accolades for the entire ZAK team for their efforts in making the 2013 show a fantastic success. The show has certainly propelled in the Fenestration Industry. The standard of visitors/buyers has been great and we look forward to continue our participation in the coming year as well."
Zak Aluminium Extrusions Expo affirmed its status as the one-stop platform for the Indian Aluminium Extrusion industry. The show which was started in 2009 has now grown to around 65 exhibiting brands from 15 different countries with a variety of display profile such as aluminum extrusions, dies, surface finishing technology, presses, thermal break solutions, software and materials handling solutions. Leading global extruders' presence made the event even more dynamic with high precision extrusion on display. The exhibition was further strengthened by the 3rd International symposium on Aluminium Surface Finish presented by Qualicoat in association with Qualindal.
Mr. Hiren Rambhia, Managing Director, Aura Coatings, expressed, "Another great show from a great organiser. We experienced fantastic response to our booth. We tried something different this year by showcasing the product solutions which we can offer and I am glad that all the visitors appreciated our effort."
IFFA launches the draft contents of the façade & fenestration guideline
The Indian Façade & Fenestration Association (IFFA) launched the draft contents of the façade & fenestration guidelines for India at the 10th Zak Doors & Windows Expo on 13th December 2013. The guidelines once ready will be the first of its kind in India, which will help the whole industry in adopting and executing the best practices in façade & fenestration. The guideline will contain the A-Z of façade & fenestration ranging from curtain wall to doors to windows to skylights & all related products.
This guideline will not only apprise about design & fabrication, but will emphasize on the correct contract conditions, specifications, risk & insurance, testing, quality control & quality audit. As there are some guidelines on specific products, which already exist, this guideline will incorporate those available guidelines as a reference and seamlessly integrate it together.
The guideline is currently divided into 9 chapters with sub-chapters on specific subjects. Reference codes have been taken from existing global standards and those specific and relevant for India have been incorporated.
"The guideline is being established with the help of leading architects, developers, façade consultants, contractors & industry experts" says Mr Satish Kumar, Founder Director, IFFA. He also added, "Leading façade consultants Mr Mahesh Arumugam from Meinhardt Façade, Mr KR Suresh from Axis Façades and Mr Rajan Govind from BES Consultants have already volunteered to be in various committees and talks are on with other national and international consultants."
Mr Selvam R, Management Committee Member, IFFA said, "The interactions IFFA has had with various aluminium extrusion companies, glass companies and façade consultants who all have agreed to support IFFA and help prepare this guideline have promised to ensure that accurate information shall be provided. "IFFA shall soon be for India what AAMA is to America" said Mr Neeraj Singhal, Elected Management Committee Member, IFFA.
The launch of guideline witnessed the presence of nearly 200 people from across the industry together for a joint. It was the first time, the industry got together and pledged for a change spontaneously and unanimously.
APT
Advanced Process Technologies (APT) is built on decades of experience in the manufacturing, processing & application of materials required by the construction & renewable energy industries.APT is headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and provides equipment, expertise & materials to the Middle East & South East Asia through offices in Dubai, Mumbai & New Delhi and a satellite office in Riyadh.
A founding partner in the establishment of the regional architectural & automotive glass industry, APT has assisted its partners in the supply of over $500 million of equipment & services to the region, encompassing several hundred units of automated equipment, structural engineering services for several landmark structures, dozens of turn-key factories and a range of high quality construction material.
Mr. Philip Soares, Managing Director – APT, informed, "We want to bring new technologies to India to enable people to make world-class products. We feel that there's a tremendous growth potential in this country, but on the flip side, builders, developers, and other influencers prefer low priced glass products. And those who are keen on quality are left with no other choice but to scout overseas markets. We have taken this onus of bridging the quality gap upon ourselves."
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Arrow Digital
Arrow Digital Pvt. Ltd. distributes a range of materials and equipments for the digital printing and cutting markets. The company has pioneered many ground breaking technologies and has been a leader in the digital printing/cutting field since decades; providing digital printing solutions to the Indian market. In the Ceramic and Glass printing category, the company offers a vast range of machinery such as Tecglass, Kerajet, and Jetrix.
Mr. Sohel Dalal, the company's PR & Marketing Manager, informed, "This time we are showcasing TecGlass Vitrojet, which can print on glass and ceramics of dimensions up to 3.3 m x 12m with a print speed of up to 90 m2/hr. The USP of this printer is that Ceramic ink never fades off as it is tempered at 650 degrees after printing. This ensures that the print lasts a lifetime! This technology is being offered only by us. The testament to its high utility and quality is the fact that Kochhar Glass has recently bought a printer from us and Toughglass based in Bangalore are due to install the Vitrojet by February. Moreover, leading architects and consultants recommend our products."
He continued, "Arrow Digital has been in the market since the 80s and possesses unparalleled expertise. We have a R&D and demo centre in Ahmedabad, where we showcase all our machines to our customers. And by virtue of being technologically advanced, we are in the Premium bracket.
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B K Chemtech
B K Chemtech engineering, in collaboration with its foreign partners, has over 40 years of experience in designing and building automated machines and plants in various industrial fields. At ZAK Aluminium Extrusions 2013, the company showcased complete extrusion plants for aluminium, nitrogen cooling of extrusion dies, die cleaning systems, anodizing and powder coating plants, polishing and brushing machines handling systems, and automated machines for aluminium, steel and plasticThe scope of promotion of these technologies is to increase the quality, productivity, and consequently the profit margins.
Mr. Angelo Battigelli, CEO, expressed, "The market for these products is slowly maturing in India. We are very confident that the new generation including young architects and consultants, will recommend our technology in the coming years."
He added, "If you buy quality, you are guaranteed of good return of investment- (ROI). In my opinion, that is industrial thinking. This industrial mentality is very rare in India but we are changing this mentality through education, publicity, and by creating awareness."
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Asian Paints PPG
Asian Paints PPG Pvt. Limited is leading player in the field of Protective Coatings, Powder Coatings, Floor Coatings and Road Marking Coatings. The company is a joint-venture between Asian Paints Ltd. and PPG Industries, USA. During ZAK Aluminum Extrusions 2013, the company showcased a vast range of powder coatings for architectural products.
He continued, "Powder coating is a mass market coating process which covers about 70 % of industrial components. The powder coating market growth is at CARG 16%. The aluminum market contributes 3 % share and we can foresee the scope for remarkable growth. Price is a big challenge, but now, people have begun to acknowledge the advantages of value-added products and services. The consumer's knowledge about powder coating benefits are very limited which in current scenario, need to be amplified. We embark on consumer awareness programs for high performance powder coating designed for architectural structures by our exuberant Asian paints PPG team, and also conduct seminars time and again. Architects have played a major role in promoting our products." According to Mr. Gosavi, it's due to these initiatives that Asian Paints PPG has been able to maintain its leadership position despite the economic slowdown. "Aggressive marketing and value-additions are the tools to succeed, and we have adhered to these imperatives all along."
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Siddhi Vinayak (Akfix)
He continued, "This industry has grown by leaps and bounds in India and the demand continues to move in an upward trajectory. Consumers have become very quality conscious, and our offerings are for those people who want quality at an affordable price. Therefore, we are conveying the same message to Akfix and they have supported us in a major way. In-fact, we are also focusing on the DIY market."
In that case, doesn't it make business sense for Akfix to set-up a manufacturing unit in India? Mr. Mohanani exclaimed, "Well, we are focusing on volumes right now. Once volumes stabilize, we can plan an indigenous factory. Our main target at the moment is to make the brand popular all over the country."
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Vitrum
Rajkot-based Vitrum, formerly known as Krishna Architectural Products, has been in the business of designing and manufacturing windows for over 26 years. The company has undertaken projects all over India and in South Africa. During ZAK Doors & Windows 2013, the company showcased Slimline sliding window, casement window with safety grill, and roller insect screen.
Mr. Savan Gajjar, Managing Partner, informed, "Slimline, our latest offering, is the slimmest window in the world with a sightline of 21mm and it can sustain internal weight of up to 800 kg. Slimline windows are authentic design solutions which have been constructed keeping two perspectives in mind; application and aesthetics. The light weight windows are easy to install for the builder and easy to operate for the user. The window sections are constructed to provide an elegant and sophisticated look and to allow a lot of natural light inside the spaces. Be it glass walls or ceiling glasses, extensive range of sizes coupled with minimal visible frame width gives the windows the flexibility to have a wide range of functions."
He added, "We take pride in our workmanship and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. We have generated a tremendous response for these windows."
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Ritec India
In addition to their award-winning ClearShield System™ for architectural glass, Ritec International also showcased their market leading solar panel surface protector, ClearShield High-Light Glass™, at the ZAK Glass Technology Show recently. The company, which has more than 30 years' experience in developing new technology for the protection, renovation and maintenance of glass, welcomed a record number of visitors to its stand to experience the benefits of using ClearShield® 'non-stick' Glass™ for the renovation, protection and maintenance of all interior and exterior glass.
She added "We have been in India for two years now with the objective to address green issues and found that the market understands the importance of having value additions right across the supply chain. Our product is both energy and water saving, while reducing the dependence on labour. It is no surprise that with its proven high performance track record of over 30 years it is being specified and used in so many projects across the world especially in the United States, Europe and the Middle-East."
Talking of expanding their operations in India, she concluded, "We are currently active in eight states and have 22 applicators here. As our products gain popularity, we will surely strengthen our grip in the Indian market. We would be delighted to hear from architects and any potential distributors or applicators that want to increase their revenue through a truly ecological added value product.
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Anchor Allied Factory
UAE-based silicone sealant specialist Anchor Allied Factory, which has been present in India since 2011, launched PU sealants and body fillers for cars. The company also showcased its whole range of sealants such as Weather sealants, Structural sealants, acrylic sealants, gasket sealants, and PU Foam. Mr. K.P. Unnikrishnan, General Manager, informed, "We manufacture silicone sealants at Sharjah Plant in UAE, focussing in the premium segment, middle, and lower range. Apart from this, we have various other divisions such as aerosols, where we manufacture Spray paints and PU Foams room fresheners, spray paints, and insect killers."
He continued, "Over the past two years, we have expanded our operations pan-India and now we are present even in the remotest states. Our approach is simple but multi-pronged as we meet the end-consumers, while our distribution channel is strong to cater to their requirements, organize meetings, and apprise them about the technical details of our product. In fact, our efforts have borne fruit as many architects and consultants have started endorsing our products across the country."
According to Mr. Unnikrishnan, the ongoing slowdown hasn't had much impact on the silicone sealant industry. "Fortunately for us, there's no recession as we have maintained a steady supply. Today, the Indian silicone sealant market is worth a whopping Rs.2,000 crore, and it's poised to grow in the coming years. The only negative aspect at the moment is the fluctuating Dollar rate, but as the economy ushers in 2014, the scenario will get better."
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Wacker
Talking of consumer mindset, he said, "People want to cut costs at every level. Silicone sealants are 2-3% of project costs, so it doesn't make a major difference whether you opt for a premium product or a low-priced substitute."
The silicone sealant major showcased the trade and professional range, and also launched acrylic sealants called "PS". Mr. Srinivasan informed, "The acrylic sealant is paintable, water-based, and has excellent workability as a crack and joint filler. It's primarily for interiors." He continued, "We also have some green products, which are actively used by customers who are conscious of health and environment."
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Join Leader Chemtech
Join Leader India is a fast growing name in the field of façade solutions, curtain wall and structural glazing. The company, which specialises in silicone sealants, is growing at a healthy rate of 50% and increasing the market share rapidly in Glass processing and façade industries.The company's employee strength has gone beyond 40, and it has opened resident sales offices at Ranchi, Guwahti, Jaipur, Chandigarh, Patiala, Pune, and Raipur in 2012.
Join Leader India has been in operation for last 8 years and plans to open Product Test Centre in New Delhi by Dec.2014 where all Façade samples can be tested and warranties can be issued to the projects. The company is also planning to set up a manufacturing unit by 2015 to service the Indian customers locally. The company takes up the silicone application job along for curtain wall, ACP, two part SG with Silicone pump, which is supported by a professionally trained technical team.
During the show, Join Leader showcased its vast product range besides launching the two part silicone sealant for insulating glass and curtain walls, and the fire sealant. Mr. Ashok Kuntal, Managing Director, Join Leader Chemtech Pvt. Ltd, informed, "These products are manufactured according to today's needs of the façade technologies. That's why our offerings are high on quality!” Well, this was the silicone sealant major's eighth participation in ZAK Glass Technology, and this rich experience has enabled the company to gauge customer preferences at a deeper level. "What has made our brand popular over the years is the twin benefit of economical price and high quality. In terms of quality, we are at par with the leading brands, and people appreciate these USPs.”
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