### **Overview** Patels Airtemp (India) Ltd. is a public limited company operating in the engineering sector with over four decades of experience. The company specializes in the design, manufacturing, and supply of critical engineering equipment, serving as a **single-window solution provider** for industrial clients across domestic and international markets. It has established itself as a trusted name in the capital goods and industrial machinery space through innovation, quality certifications, and integrated project execution capabilities. --- ### **Business Segments & Product Portfolio** - **Single Engineering Segment**: The company operates exclusively in the engineering fabrication and manufacturing domain. - **Core Products**: - **Heat Exchangers**: Shell & Tube, Finned Tube, and **Air-Cooled Heat Exchangers (ACHEs)**. - **Pressure Vessels**. - **Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Equipment**. - **Turnkey HVAC Projects**. - These products serve key industrial sectors including: - Power - Refineries & Petrochemicals - Fertilizers & Chemicals - Cement - Pharmaceuticals - Textiles - Since inception, the company has supplied over **10,500 equipment units** to more than **550 clients** worldwide. --- ### **Manufacturing Infrastructure** - **Two Manufacturing Facilities**: 1. **Rakanpur Plant**: Located in Gandhinagar, Gujarat – the original manufacturing site. 2. **Dudhai Greenfield Unit**: Located in Kadi, Mehsana, Gujarat – established to decongest operations and expand capacity. - **Dudhai Unit Expansion**: - Total Covered Area: **11,016 sq. meters**. - Comprises **four manufacturing bays**, each with **40-ton lifting capacity**. - Dedicated to manufacturing **Air-Cooled Heat Exchangers** and other high-value engineering products. - **Total Capital Investment**: ₹24 crore (upgraded from initial ₹19.1 crore due to expansion). - Fully operational since 2022 and instrumental in scaling production and enhancing export readiness. --- ### **Strategic Growth Initiatives** #### **Geographic Expansion** - The company is actively pursuing **export-led growth**, targeting: - **Developed Markets**: USA, UK, Canada, Europe, and Singapore. - **Emerging Markets**: Nigeria, Indonesia, and Zambia. - The Dudhai unit positions the company to meet growing demand from both domestic clients and international buyers. #### **Quality & Compliance Certifications** - **ASME Stamps**: - ‘U’ (Pressure Vessels), - ‘U2’ (Pressure Vessels for External Pressure), - ‘S’ (Power Boilers), - **N & NPT** (Nuclear Power – one of only three Indian companies authorized). - **National Board Stamps**: ‘NB’ and ‘R’ – validating compliance with U.S. and international safety standards. - These certifications are crucial for **accessing regulated and high-value markets**, particularly for nuclear, power, and oil & gas applications. #### **Membership & Technology Partnerships** - **HTRI (Heat Transfer Research, Inc., USA) Member since 1992**: - Access to cutting-edge research and design methodologies in heat transfer technology. - **ISO 9001:2015 Certified** by **TÜV-SUD**, ensuring adherence to global quality management standards. #### **Engineering & Design Capabilities** - Utilizes **licensed engineering software** for precision design and simulation: - ANSYS (FEA and thermal analysis) - CREO (3D modeling) - PV Elite (vessel and exchanger design) - Nozzle Pro (stress analysis) - TEKLA (structural modeling) - Enables **engineering excellence**, innovation, and compliance with international codes (ASME, TEMA, API, EN). --- ### **Operations & Supply Chain Resilience** - The company has implemented an **Efficient Production Management System (EPMS)** to: - Better manage **raw material price fluctuations**. - Improve cost control, inventory planning, and scalability in response to rising order volumes. - This system supports long-term operational efficiency and resilience amid global commodity volatility and supply chain challenges. --- ### **Key Management** #### **Mr. Narayanbhai G. Patel – Chairman & Founder** - **57+ years** of experience in mechanical and refrigeration engineering. - Postgraduate specialization in **Air-Conditioning, Refrigeration, and Heat Transfer Equipment**. - Instrumental in securing the prestigious **ASME N-NPT stamp**, positioning the company among **India’s elite nuclear-grade equipment manufacturers**. - Provides strategic leadership in product development, quality, and market expansion. #### **Mr. Apurva V. Shah – Whole-time Director** - **Approx. 40 years** of industry experience. - Joined as **Senior Design Engineer (1992)**, later served as **Vice President (Operations)**, and became **Whole-time Director (2018)**. - Expertise in **thermal design, finite element analysis (FEA), and cost estimation** for pressure vessels and heat exchangers. - Proficient in **ASME, TEMA, API, and EN standards**. - Received **specialized training in the USA** on **air-cooled heat exchanger systems**. - Oversees design, production, and client solutions, driving innovation and operational excellence.