Product Expertise: Aluminium is the right track to train manufacturing

Jindal Aluminium Limited is India largest aluminium extrusion company with a legacy spanning 50 years. It is also the second largest producer of aluminium flat rolled products in the country. In the five- decade old journey, it has been associated with some of the world’s finest companies in their growth and success.

With approximately INR 47 Billion (USD 600 million) turnover and a production capacity of 1.5 lac MT, it is the undisputed leader in aluminium extrusions and flat- rolled products in India. With many firsts, to its credit, it was the first Indian aluminium extrusion company to have been awarded HSB certification and also an ISO 9002 certification, currently revalidated as per IS/ISO 9001:2015.

Advantages of using Aluminium:

Aluminium is primarily used in auto and rail industry for its light weight to reduce the overall weight of the vehicle. The majority of aluminium parts used in the transportation industry weigh around half as much as the equivalent steel parts.

Aluminium application can help in reducing aerodynamic resistance, tire rolling resistance, transmission loss, and weight while increasing energy efficiency and lower CO2 emissions. As the Primary, building material used in new age trains, it is now being used in contrails that join the train’s floor to the sidewall, the ceiling the sideboards, and the floor panels as well.

Role of Aluminium in the Railways Sector:

After successfully opting to use aluminium for its metro tracks. India is now keen on putting it to use in long- distance trains like the Rajdhani, Shatabdi Express trains, and Vande Bharat Express train as well. With Indian Railways receiving the first batch of aluminium coaches this year, it is evident that we have gained a technological advancement in railways to boost our effort in achieving Sustainable Development Goals.

These self-propelled coaches will enable Indian Railways to run superior train sets in line with its aim to connect major Indian cities. With an extended life of 40 years, these coaches are lighter than stainless steel coaches and can generate extra revenue for the next five years. Furthermore, it can also lower haulage costs and enhance fuel efficiency.

The exclusive hollow extrusion design, owing to the properties of aluminium, allows for commendable resilience in case of an accident or mishap. It is the beginning of a change that will in year to come, have the potential to completely revamp the face and efficiency of the world, most extensive rail network, the Indian Railways.

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