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RECOGNITION

Waterproofers Association confers Lifetime

Achievement Award on Samir Surlaker

Mr. Samir Surlaker, Director, tions for waterproofing
Assess Build Chem Pvt. Ltd. has been challenges,” the citation
conferred the ‘Lifetime Achievement to his award said.
Award’ of the Waterproofers Associa-
tion of India (WAI). Mr. Samir Surlaker is a
Civil and Structural Engi-
The award was presented to neer from VJTI with over
Mr. Surlaker for his contributions to the 45 years of international
fi elds of concrete technology, construc- experience in concrete,
tion chemicals, waterproofi ng, repair construction chemicals,
and rehabilitation at a event held in concrete repair & protec-
Gurgaon on September 26. tion, injection systems,
perience, inspiring many to reach new waterproofi ng, etc. across Europe, Asia &
“As a mentor to hundreds of water- heights in their careers. His leadership India. He pioneered the manufacturing
proofi ng professionals, Mr. Surlaker and vision have guided the industry of construction chemicals in India, with a
has shared his vast knowledge and ex- toward adopting modern, effective solu German JV in the mid-1980s.
SPECIALITY CARBON BLACK

Birla Carbon opens post treatment facility

at Patalganga site

Aditya Birla group fi rm, Birla Carbon, reinforcing Birla Carbon’s position as
has announced the launch of its a thought leader in developing sustain-
fi rst Asia Post Treatment (APT) plant in able, high-performance carbon-based
India. The brownfi eld initiative, located solutions for the future. This treatment
at its Patalganga unit in Maharashtra, facility strengthens our commitment to
will serve the fast-growing demand for meeting global demand in high-growth
high-performance carbon black grades sectors and leading the carbon black
in key industries like coatings and inks. industry towards greater sustainability
will encourage innovation with our and effi ciency.”
Commenting on the development, partners.”
Mr. Rajeev Sonthalia, Director, Birla In addition to its broader range of
Carbon, said, “This brownfi eld facility The Asia Post Treatment Plant faci- applications, including packaging inks
will enable Birla Carbon to leverage its lity’s advanced technology ensures and automotive and industrial coatings,
global reactor capabilities, operating at precise control over reaction times, the ATP facility is strategically designed
the highest yields and effi ciency. The facilitating the production of ultra-high- to tap into niche markets such as toys
precision in the manufacturing techno- performance grades that are tailored to and tool coatings, where the demand
logy ensures that our products meet the specifi c customer needs. With its ability for low PAH (polycyclic aromatic
highest standards of quality and perfor- to meet stringent clean product standards, hydrocarbons) products is rapidly
mance, catering to the specifi c needs the APT facility offers a distinct growing. The Patalganga plant provides
of our diverse customers, both region- advantage over traditional products. key advantages such as proximity to
ally and globally. Asia is an emerging Mr. John Loudermilk, President and CEO, emerging Asian markets. It serves as
market for the carbon black industry said, “This facility enables us to support a vital backup to Birla Carbon’s North
and the strategic location of this plant our customers more effectively while Bend facility in the USA.

138 Chemical Weekly October 22, 2024

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