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Ice Cream Cone Making

This business involves the manufacturing of edible ice cream cones made from wheat and corn flour. The production process uses an automatic cone making machine to create crisp, cone-shaped wafers which serve as a convenient, waste-free edible container for ice cream.

Project cost & finance

Cost of Project

figures in ₹ Lakhs

Building & Civil Work3.5
Plant & Machinery8
Furniture & Fixtures0.5
Other Misc. Assets0.5
Working Capital9.11
Total21.6

Means of Finance

figures in ₹ Lakhs

Own Contribution2.16
Term Loan11.25
Working Capital Loan8.2
Total21.6

Raw materials & machinery

Machinery & equipment6

Raw materials4

Manufacturing process

  1. Mix wheat flour, corn flour, water, sugar, and additives to prepare a consistent dough.
  2. Pass the dough through a sieve to remove undissolved particles.
  3. Feed the prepared dough into the moulds of the automatic cone making machine.
  4. Operate the mechanical press to mould the cones.
  5. Bake the moulded cones in the automated dies.
  6. Pack the finished cones for distribution.

Market

The target market includes both urban and rural areas, with strong demand from middle-class families and children seeking affordable ice cream options. The business can target tie-ups with large branded ice cream manufacturers or supply local, unbranded market segments.

From the project report

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