Alantech : Promisingly Delivering Energy & Water Conservation through Innovative Water Management Solutions
Taju Varghese
Founder & Managing Director
Water and energy conservation have become essential for industries, particularly since power plants are the largest users of water for energy generation. Companies are now prioritizing the total cost of ownership for water treatment and handling equipment, focusing on higher recovery rates and lower energy consumption. This involves considering not only initial investments but also long-term operational costs over a 10 to 15-year period. A growing trend is the pursuit of carbon neutrality, with industries setting targets to reduce carbon emissions and forming partnerships with government bodies and agencies. Energy and water conservation are vital to this effort. While larger enterprises have led the way, MSMEs are expected to adopt similar practices soon. This demonstrates a clear understanding of the current landscape in the global water and wastewater industry.
The Definitive & Purpose-Driven Trajectory
Alantech is a prominent player in the water management sector based in Kerala. Founded in 2012 by Taju Varghese, who currently serves as the Managing Director, Alantech was established with the vision of providing innovative water treatment solutions focused on water conservation and energy efficiency. Taju’s entry into the water treatment field was somewhat unintentional, yet he has since led Alantech with a dedicated commitment to addressing real-time challenges such as low process recoveries and extensive wastewater generation. Over the years, Alantech has evolved into a comprehensive provider of water management solutions that go beyond basic water treatment systems. The company delivers valuable solutions to customers through innovative technologies. Alantech offers a complete water management system tailored to various industries, including food and beverage, dairy, chemical manufacturing, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), pharmaceuticals, and the automobile sector, among others.
The company operates in the water treatment sector, specializing in various aspects of water management including raw water extraction, water treatment, and bottling machinery. Its services encompass wastewater treatment, zero liquid discharge (ZLD), minimum liquid discharge (MLD) and water reuse solutions. Additionally, the company conducts energy and water audits to identify the potential savings in terms of water usage and energy consumption. Alantech’s portfolio includes online process analytical equipment as well to give the customers all their process data real time in their desktop of smart phones.
The Robust Approach Towards Quality
Alantech is an ISO 9001:2015 certified company, dedicated to upholding the highest industrial standards throughout all stages of its operations, including design, manufacturing, quality control, installation, and commissioning. The company strictly follows ISO standards as well as its own internal guidelines and best practices in the industry to achieve the quality goals. To ensure precision in its projects, Alantech employs advanced design software to create fully modeled 3D representations of each plant before manufacturing begins. This process allows for extensive analysis of the 3D design, ensuring that the final product aligns perfectly with the original specifi -cations. Moreover, to maintain high standards and prolong the lifespan of its equipment, Alantech exclusively uses premium quality components. The company maintains an approved vendor list and strictly adheres to it, guaranteeing that no substandard components are used in its projects.
The Key to High Quality Service Delivery
Taju Varghese, Founder & Managing Director, Alantech says, “Every project and system we design prioritizes two main areas, namely energy and water conservation. These priorities form the foundation of everything we create and deliver. Our goal is to add value for our customers through the solutions we provide. We aim to help clients maximize their water reuse and reduce energy consumption, paving the way for carbon-neutral operations in the near future”. He adds, “Currently, our systems can achieve up to 98 percent water recovery and reduce energy consumption by up to 35 percent. Furthermore, our operational costs are 50 percent lower than those of our competitors. These results are made possible through patented technologies from our partners, including CCRO from DuPont, BFBR from NIST, and E-PUMPS from Grundfos. Our partnerships with these global leaders enable us to introduce world-class technologies to clients globally”.
Alantech’s manufacturing facility is located in Kerala and is staffed by a dedicated team responsible for design, fabrication, manufacturing, and testing. The facility is equipped with several test beds and conducts thorough testing for every project prior to dispatch. Projects are commissioned at the client’s site by experienced engineers. The team comprises approximately 100 employees and has a presence throughout India, the Middle East, and East Africa, with offices in the UAE and Tanzania. The UAE office serves the Middle East market, while the Tanzania office addresses the East African market. To date, Alantech has successfully delivered over 500 projects across 10 countries and is poised for continued growth.
The company approaches each project with the highest level of attention to detail, ensuring that it honor its commitments and delivers significant value to its clients. Alantech’s team comprises 100 skilled professionals, each specializing in distinct areas, including design as well as after-sales service. Upon the finalization of a project, the in-house process team initiates its role by identifying the specific process design. Following this, dedicated teams focus on electro mechanical design, electrical design, and mechanical design. These teams collaborate effectively to refine the project into a comprehensive design that optimizes overall performance.
There after, on the completion of the design phase, the project is transitioned to the manufacturing and quality assurance teams. The manufacturing team supervises the production process, while the quality assurance team is involved at every stage to ensure adherence to established manufacturing standards. Once the manufacturing process has concluded, the project is handed over to the after-sales team, which consists of engineers responsible for installation and commissioning. This team conducts both internal acceptance tests and factory acceptance tests prior to dispatching the plant. Upon arrival at the client’s facility, the after-sales team oversees the installation, commissioning, and startup processes.
Well, Alantech faces significant challenges due to climate change and variable weather conditions affecting the quality of its source water. Water quality can fluctuate throughout the year, making it essential to educate customers about these seasonal variations. Many customers mistakenly believe that a single water sample represents all seasons. To tackle this, Alantech’s process team analyzes quarterly water quality reports from customers and similar locations. This analysis helps them incorporate seasonal changes into their treatment plant designs for year-round effectiveness. Unlike many companies that rely on isolated samples and include disclaimers about quality changes, Alantech is dedicated to thoroughly informing customers and gathering comprehensive data before designing treatment systems. In contrast, Alantech is dedicated to thoroughly informing customers and gathering comprehensive data before designing the treatment plant.
In today’s technological times, the company is specifically focused on enhancing its technologies. Operating in India’s R&D field can be costly, so the company partners with global technology providers. For water treatment, it collaborates with DuPont, utilizing their patented Closed Circuit Reverse Osmosis (CCRO), which offers high recovery rates, low energy consumption, and a single-stage design with minimal fouling and scaling. In wastewater treatment, the company uses Dissolved Air Flotation (DAF) for preconditioning and implements the Buoyant film Bio Reactor (BFBR) for its anaerobic reactor, a technology developed by NIST.
In the realm of energy-efficient pumps, the company collaborates with Grundfos, a leading manufacturer in the pump industry. It also partners with Pentair for all water treatment components, as Pentair is a top US-based company. Additionally, for sanitary pumps, fittings and mixers, the company works with Inoxpa from Spain. Through these collaborations with industry leaders, the company aims to bring advanced technology to India at more competitive prices. These advanced methods significantly reduce operational costs compared to traditional systems, ensuring a robust water and wastewater treatment portfolio.
Growth Pathway
Alantech is pleased with its partnership with DuPont, which has already led to several ongoing projects. The company is currently undertaking initiatives in East Africa, Middle East and India. Last year, in collaboration with INOXPA, Alantech developed a sanitary reverse osmosis (RO) system for the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and dairy industries. The first installation is being implemented in the UAE at a leading beverage company ranked fifth in the industry, with this system expected to set a new standard for the sector. Additionally, Alantech is in the machining phase of one of the UAE’s largest hazardous effluent treatment plants, designed to manage effluents with chemical oxygen demand (COD) levels of up to 150,000. This project is significant as it addresses a market gap due to the lack of proven technology for such treatment. These three initiatives, namely the CCRO, the sanitary RO system, and the hazardous effluent treatment system represent the future direction of Alantech. The company is dedicated to the global causes of energy conservation and water preservation. Regardless of the scale of its projects, Alantech’s ultimate goal is to achieve these objectives while providing financial benefits to its customers. This vision remains at the heart of the company’s mission.
Taju Varghese, Founder & Managing Director, Alantech says, “Every project and system we design prioritizes two main areas, namely energy and water conservation. These priorities form the foundation of everything we create and deliver. Our goal is to add value for our customers through the solutions we provide. We aim to help clients maximize their water reuse and reduce energy consumption, paving the way for carbon-neutral operations in the near future”. He adds, “Currently, our systems can achieve up to 98 percent water recovery and reduce energy consumption by up to 35 percent. Furthermore, our operational costs are 50 percent lower than those of our competitors. These results are made possible through patented technologies from our partners, including CCRO from DuPont, BFBR from NIST, and E-PUMPS from Grundfos. Our partnerships with these global leaders enable us to introduce world-class technologies to clients globally”.
Alantech’s manufacturing facility is located in Kerala and is staffed by a dedicated team responsible for design, fabrication, manufacturing, and testing. The facility is equipped with several test beds and conducts thorough testing for every project prior to dispatch. Projects are commissioned at the client’s site by experienced engineers. The team comprises approximately 100 employees and has a presence throughout India, the Middle East, and East Africa, with offices in the UAE and Tanzania. The UAE office serves the Middle East market, while the Tanzania office addresses the East African market. To date, Alantech has successfully delivered over 500 projects across 10 countries and is poised for continued growth.
With Alantech, clients benefit from a partner who prioritizes sustainability & operational excellence across all water management services
The company approaches each project with the highest level of attention to detail, ensuring that it honor its commitments and delivers significant value to its clients. Alantech’s team comprises 100 skilled professionals, each specializing in distinct areas, including design as well as after-sales service. Upon the finalization of a project, the in-house process team initiates its role by identifying the specific process design. Following this, dedicated teams focus on electro mechanical design, electrical design, and mechanical design. These teams collaborate effectively to refine the project into a comprehensive design that optimizes overall performance.
There after, on the completion of the design phase, the project is transitioned to the manufacturing and quality assurance teams. The manufacturing team supervises the production process, while the quality assurance team is involved at every stage to ensure adherence to established manufacturing standards. Once the manufacturing process has concluded, the project is handed over to the after-sales team, which consists of engineers responsible for installation and commissioning. This team conducts both internal acceptance tests and factory acceptance tests prior to dispatching the plant. Upon arrival at the client’s facility, the after-sales team oversees the installation, commissioning, and startup processes.
Well, Alantech faces significant challenges due to climate change and variable weather conditions affecting the quality of its source water. Water quality can fluctuate throughout the year, making it essential to educate customers about these seasonal variations. Many customers mistakenly believe that a single water sample represents all seasons. To tackle this, Alantech’s process team analyzes quarterly water quality reports from customers and similar locations. This analysis helps them incorporate seasonal changes into their treatment plant designs for year-round effectiveness. Unlike many companies that rely on isolated samples and include disclaimers about quality changes, Alantech is dedicated to thoroughly informing customers and gathering comprehensive data before designing treatment systems. In contrast, Alantech is dedicated to thoroughly informing customers and gathering comprehensive data before designing the treatment plant.
In today’s technological times, the company is specifically focused on enhancing its technologies. Operating in India’s R&D field can be costly, so the company partners with global technology providers. For water treatment, it collaborates with DuPont, utilizing their patented Closed Circuit Reverse Osmosis (CCRO), which offers high recovery rates, low energy consumption, and a single-stage design with minimal fouling and scaling. In wastewater treatment, the company uses Dissolved Air Flotation (DAF) for preconditioning and implements the Buoyant film Bio Reactor (BFBR) for its anaerobic reactor, a technology developed by NIST.
In the realm of energy-efficient pumps, the company collaborates with Grundfos, a leading manufacturer in the pump industry. It also partners with Pentair for all water treatment components, as Pentair is a top US-based company. Additionally, for sanitary pumps, fittings and mixers, the company works with Inoxpa from Spain. Through these collaborations with industry leaders, the company aims to bring advanced technology to India at more competitive prices. These advanced methods significantly reduce operational costs compared to traditional systems, ensuring a robust water and wastewater treatment portfolio.
Growth Pathway
Alantech is pleased with its partnership with DuPont, which has already led to several ongoing projects. The company is currently undertaking initiatives in East Africa, Middle East and India. Last year, in collaboration with INOXPA, Alantech developed a sanitary reverse osmosis (RO) system for the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and dairy industries. The first installation is being implemented in the UAE at a leading beverage company ranked fifth in the industry, with this system expected to set a new standard for the sector. Additionally, Alantech is in the machining phase of one of the UAE’s largest hazardous effluent treatment plants, designed to manage effluents with chemical oxygen demand (COD) levels of up to 150,000. This project is significant as it addresses a market gap due to the lack of proven technology for such treatment. These three initiatives, namely the CCRO, the sanitary RO system, and the hazardous effluent treatment system represent the future direction of Alantech. The company is dedicated to the global causes of energy conservation and water preservation. Regardless of the scale of its projects, Alantech’s ultimate goal is to achieve these objectives while providing financial benefits to its customers. This vision remains at the heart of the company’s mission.
