Graphite Crucibles
The unit manufactures Graphite Crucibles, which are refractory containers used for melting ferrous, non-ferrous metals, and noble metals in furnaces. The process involves mixing raw materials, shaping them via hydraulic press or jiggering, and firing them in a kiln to develop strength and glaze.
Project cost & finance
Cost of Project
figures in ₹ Lakhs
| Plant & Machinery | 30 |
| Furniture & Fixtures | 2 |
| Working Capital | 7.78 |
| Total | 39.78 |
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Means of Finance
figures in ₹ Lakhs
| Own Contribution | 3.98 |
| Term Loan | 28.8 |
| Working Capital Loan | 7 |
| Total | 39.78 |
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Raw materials & machinery
Machinery & equipment6
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- DisintegratorBuy on Amazon ↗
- Pan MixerBuy on Amazon ↗
- De-airing pugmillBuy on Amazon ↗
- Hydraulic PressBuy on Amazon ↗
- Oil fired down draft kilnBuy on Amazon ↗
Raw materials8
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- Crucible GrogBuy on Amazon ↗
- Silicon Carbide GranulesBuy on Amazon ↗
- Fireclay & Plastic ClayBuy on Amazon ↗
- Fireclay GrogBuy on Amazon ↗
- Coke Dust/GranulesBuy on Amazon ↗
- Other chemical & consumablesBuy on Amazon ↗
- Packing MaterialBuy on Amazon ↗
Manufacturing process
- Mix raw materials including graphite, clay, and additives in a pan mixer.
- Allow the wet mass to age.
- Extrude the aged mix in a de-airing pugmill to form blanks.
- Shape the crucibles by pressing in a hydraulic press or jiggering.
- Dry, glaze, and fire the shaped crucibles in a kiln to develop final strength.
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