“Our upcoming facility will be equipped with automation in material handling & production process to improve the quality & consistency of finished products. It will have the latest testing equipment and dedicated research & development centre for developing new innovative products for the wire & cable industry.”
Established in 2011, 3R Polymers Pvt Ltd is a supplier of compounded thermoplastic material solutions including PVC compounds, Zero Halogen Flame Retardant compounds, thermoplastic carrier-based black Smartbatches, and specialty additive Smartbatches among others. Located in Bhiwadi, the company provides quality products engineered as per national and international standards for various industry segments including wire & cable. With the growing demand of the industry, 3R Polymers has been able to carve a niche reputation amongst its clients by providing cost-effective and high-quality solutions as per customer needs. Wire & Cable India recently interviewed Mr. Nitin Aggarwal, Director – Sales & Marketing, 3R Polymers Pvt Ltd, a first generation entrepreneur with more than 20 years of experience in the polymer industry, to know more about the company’s product portfolio, new developments, corporate targets, and more.
Wire & Cable India: Could you shed some light on 3R Polymers Pvt Ltd’s recent performance?
Nitin Aggarwal: 3R Polymers is a well-established brand and well known in the industry for its quality & consistent products. We started our journey in 2011 with a plant capacity of 1500 MT per annum and today, we are at a plant capacity of 10500 MT per annum & planning to increase the same to 36000 MT per annum by FY 2025. Throughout our organisation, we are constantly striving to foster innovation. India is a very big market with huge users of cable & wires, due to its continuous economic growth & infrastructure expansion. We are expanding our business and performing really well in the industry. We have always been committed to quality which allows us to be connected and maintain great relations with our clients.
WCI: Give us a brief summary of developments that have recently taken place on the product and process front?
NA: The most recent development at 3R Polymers, is smart batches for the wire & cable industry, which helps the industry in replacing the use of multiple compounds/Smartbatches. 3R Smart Batches will not only help in achieving uniform coloration with optimised dosage but also helps in achieving various other properties like flame retardancy, UV, laser marking, anti-rodent, termite, etc. We are offering this product range with base polymers like PVC, PE & EVA.
Presently, in wire and cable applications, the use of flame retardants is crucial as it prevents fire hazards caused by currents or outside heat sources. We, therefore, are actively working on Zero Halogen Flame Retardant (ZHFR / HFFR / ZHLS) insulation & sheathing compounds.
In recent times, we have seen a tremendous increase in the production of e-beam-based cables in India, so we are also currently working on the development of PE & PVC compounds for e-beam cables, which will help customers source material indigenously & lessen their dependence on imports.
PLI scheme by Government of India, mobile & home appliances sector has seen a tremendous increase in production of mobile phones, mobile accessories, AC, TV, refrigerator, etc. We, therefore, have developed a series of pre-coloured PVC compounds for meeting the requirements of extrusion & moulding application for data cables, patch cords, etc as per various national & international standards like BIS, IEC, BS, UL, ROHS, REACH, etc.
On the process front, this FY, we will be moving to our new production facility with enhanced capacity. This facility will be equipped with automation in material handling & production process to improve the quality & consistency of finished products. Apart from the latest testing equipment, this facility will also have a dedicated research & development centre for developing new innovative products for the wire & cable industry.
WCI: What are your corporate targets for FY 2022-23? How are you making your presence stronger in the domestic and global markets?
NA: 3R Polymers, being well-known for serving a wide range of industries, and having a decade of experience in this field, our further targets continue growing further at a good pace to maintain our client relations and to be responsible for a sustainable environment.
With advanced time, we strive to develop and keep up with market trends and provide quality products engineered as per national and international standards for various industry segments like wire & cable, automotive, pipes & fittings, footwear, injection mouldings, etc. We are serving high-quality compounds as per customers’ needs by providing cost-effective and high-quality solutions.
With our latest product range, we will be focusing on increasing our customer base in eastern & southern India in the current FY. This FY we will also be focusing on marking a long-term sustainable presence in the international market, especially in Africa & Middle East, and Asia.
WCI: Compounding remains one of the most dynamic segments wherein it does not take much time for a compound to become obsolete. How do you address the fast-changing demand scenario regarding polymers and compounds?
NA: Regular Innovation, faster product development & faster inclusion of advancement in raw materials & process is the key. The Indian market is the most exciting and dynamic emerging market and we are aware that the demand scenario for compounds is rapidly changing. To ensure the best quality of compounds in a competitive industry is a big challenge. Our research & development, production & supply chain process, which is handled by a highly experienced and dedicated team, ensures that we provide our customers continuously new & innovative products with the most competitive pricing. The company is committed to a sustainable environment as a responsibility, so all activities are carried out so as to minimise any negative impacts on the work environment.
WCI: Tell us about your product portfolio along with its key strengths and applications. Are there any new additions in your product range in recent times? Also, share your target for the coming years.
NA: The incorporation of different compounds and additives such as fillers, plasticizers, and stabilizers, into thermoplastics has been widely practiced in the industry to extend them and improve their properties. With the growing demand of the industry, 3R Polymers has redefined the industry and maintained a niche reputation amongst its clients by providing the best quality components & smart batches to ensure the safety of your wires & cables. Currently, we are offering a wide range of PVC & other polymers compound & smart batches:
- PVC compound for wire & cables segment as per IS/BS/IEC/UL standards
- FRLS (Fire Retardant Low Smoke) insulation & sheathing compound
- HR (Heat Resistant) compound up to 125°C) suitable for automotive wires like FLRY – B, AVSS, Class B / C (as per ISO 6722)
- Low-temperature insulation & sheathing (up to – 55°C)
- Plug Moulding compound
- Transparent PVC compound
- Pre Coloured & customised PVC compound
- PVC Based Smart Batch
- Universal Smart Batch
Our upcoming product range will include the following products:
- TPE compound for wire & cable segment
- Zero Halogen Flame Retardant (ZHFR / HFFR / ZHLS) insulation & sheathing compound
- PVC & PE-based compound for E-beam based wire & cables
WCI: What is your idea for participation at CWF 2022? Do you plan to introduce something new at the exhibition?
NA: Our basic idea to participate in CWF 2022 this time also is networking. It will be a good platform to get connected with the industry after the pandemic and to bring back the business at a faster pace with greater enthusiasm.
