#### **Overview** BEW Engineering Limited, incorporated in 2011, is a leading Indian designer and manufacturer of specialized process equipment for the **pharmaceutical, chemical, agrochemical, fine & specialty chemicals, dyes, and food processing industries**. Headquartered in Dombivali, Maharashtra, the company has established itself as a trusted supplier of high-precision, GMP-compliant, and ASME-certified equipment, with a growing global footprint and strong client relationships. The company began commercial operations in 2013 and traces its industrial legacy back to 1974 via its predecessor, Bi-friends Engineering Works. Listed on the **NSE SME platform (now NSE Emerge)** since September 2021, BEW has leveraged its expertise in stainless steel and exotic alloys to capture significant market share in niche segments of the process equipment industry. --- #### **Core Business & Product Portfolio** BEW Engineering specializes in **filtration, mixing, drying, and blending systems**, offering over **nine product categories**, including: - **Dryers**: - Rotocone Vacuum Dryer (RCVD) - Vacuum Tray Dryer (VTD) - Spherical Dryer - Rotary Vacuum Paddle Dryer (RVPD) - Agitated Pan Dryer - Cantilever Rotocone Vacuum Dryer - **Filters**: - Agitated Nutsche Filter Dryer (ANFD) - Agitated Pressure Nutsche Filter - **Mixers**: - Conical Mixer Dryer (with glove box for containment) - Retractable Plough Shear Mixer Dryer - **Other Equipment**: Reactors, Blenders, Milling Equipment The company differentiates itself through **customization**, **technical innovation**, and **integrated turnkey solutions**, moving from standalone equipment supply to full-project execution (e.g., bundling reactors, filters, dryers, and automation). --- #### **Key Developments (2024–2025)** ##### **1. Manufacturing Expansion** - A **new manufacturing facility** (2,768 sqm), acquired in 2023 and built on newly acquired land, is **fully operational by mid-2025**. - The expansion nearly **doubles production capacity**, reducing lead times from 9–10 months to **5–6 months**. - Total manufacturing footprint now spans **7,328 sqm**, with the original 4,560 sqm facility and the new unit both ASME U & R stamp certified. ##### **2. Major Product Launches & Deliveries (2025)** - **3 KL Fully Integrated Rotocone Vacuum Dryer (RCVD)** delivered for pharmaceutical and API manufacturing, featuring Alfa Laval plate heat exchanger, Atlas Copco vacuum pump, and Siemens PLC with **21 CFR Part 11 compliance**. - **Spherical Dryer** launched with a unique design enabling **fast and complete discharge**, a breakthrough for high- and low-volume pharmaceutical applications. - **96-Tray Halar-Coated Vacuum Tray Dryer** introduced for corrosive chemicals, ensuring contamination-free, chemically resistant, and durable operation. - **Sterile Cantilever RCVD (500L working / 1,000L gross)** delivered for cleanroom use, with SS 316 contact parts and contamination-isolating wall partition. - **Lab-scale equipment** consistently delivered (5L ANFD, RVPD, APD) supporting R&D functions across pharma and chemical sectors. ##### **3. Strategic Market Expansion** - **International Orders**: - Export order from **Italy** (a strategic entry into Europe) - Orders from **Aditya Birla (Thailand)** and **Ajinomoto (Japan)** worth ₹5 crore each - Equipment exported to the **USA, Russia, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Israel, and Canada** - **Global Clients**: SABIC, Cipla, Lupin, Dr. Reddy’s, Sun Pharma, Mylan, Biocon, Piramal, UPL, Jubilant Ingrevia, Gharda, Teva. - **Participation in Global Exhibitions**: Events in **Bangladesh, Philippines, Jordan, Italy**, with planned expansion to **Russia and Africa**. ##### **4. Innovation & Certifications** - **ASME U & R Stamp Certified since 2016**; over 10 years of compliance with international standards. - Equipment also certified with **CE, GOST, USTAMP, NB, CRC**, enabling access to US, EU, CIS, and regulated markets. - Proprietary innovations include: - **Glove Box-integrated Conical Mixer Dryer** for potent compound handling - **Continuous Fluid Bed Dryer** and **Continuous Dryer Systems** - **Twist Lock Teeth Bayonet Ring** for easy detachment in large ANFs - **World’s largest Agitated Nutsche Filter (32 KL gross volume)**, showcasing engineering prowess --- #### **Market Position & Competitive Edge** - **Estimated 40% market share in core segments** (e.g., filter dryers), with **40% of Indian filter dryer market served** - **Over 20% broader product portfolio** than key competitors (10–12 product lines vs. 3–4 for HLE, GMM Pfaudler, Standard Group) - **Only Indian manufacturer** of several niche systems: - Spherical Dryer - Plough Shear Mixer Dryer - Continuous Dryers - Cantilever RCVD **Primary Competitors**: - HLE Glasscoat, GMM Pfaudler, Standard Group (broader but less specialized) - Not competing directly with Kilburn, which focuses on continuous drying systems **Competitive Advantages**: - Depth of engineering and customization - In-house design and manufacturing - Strong ASME and international certifications - Debt-free financial position - Cost-effective solutions without compromising quality --- #### **Ownership & Governance** - The **Lade family acquired 100% ownership in 2018**, after co-founding the company in 2011 with the Khokrale family. - Management emphasizes **professionalization**, supported by internal expertise and external consultants in technical and financial domains. ---