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Hyderabad, November 8, 2024- The two-day National Seminar FESA 2024(Fire, Electrical, Security and Automation) for the Pharma industry concluded on Friday evening at HICC in Madhapur, Hyderabad.

Day two had many technical sessions including a Panel Discussion on the latest trends in safety and security in the Pharma industry.

C. Laxmi Prasad, retired director of state disaster response and fire services said there are many latest monitoring systems and devices, tools such as video, robots, remote monitoring etc are available. Unlike fires in residential and other commercial buildings, the fires in the Pharma industry pose a major challenge because of the limited escape time available for winners to go to safe places. The time available for escaping is limited because of hazardous chemicals and gases used in the industry. So, this has to be taken into consideration while designing the exit rules for the industry, he said

Another panelist Shiva Prasad Reddy, General Manager of EHS Hetero Drugs Ltd suggested adopting a proactive approach rather than a reactive approach. The probability of fire shouldn’t exist. Eliminate the possibility of the fire, he stated.

Fire emergency preparedness is need of the hour, he added.

The need for an independent training institute for Fire Management in the Pharma industry was emphasised.

A participant suggested that life insurance companies and managements must together work out an insurance plan such that in the event of a loss of life due to fire in a Pharma industry, they must be offered double the sum assured. This will encourage more workers to come forward to work in the Pharma industry.

The other panellists on the panel P. Ashok Kumar, Associate Vice President of EHS, Neuland Labs, and Chigurupati Srinivasa Rao, Director of EHS Biocon highlighted that pharma industries must be free from fire accidents.

The two-day seminar was organised in the backdrop of about 97 fire accidents taking place in pharma industries in the past year. The seminar was industry-specific and the first of its kind in the fire industry.

300 senior managers from over 100 pharma companies have participated in the seminar.

It was organised by the Fire and Security Association of India (FSAI). FSAI is 22 years old, a pan-Indian, not-for-profit non-profit trade body representing the Fire Protection, Life Safety, Security, Building Automation, Loss Prevention and Risk Management domains. It has 25 chapters and 10,000 members all over India said Mr Srinivas Valluri, National President, of FSAI

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Hyderabad, November 07, 2024- A two-day National Seminar on Fire, Electrical, Security and Automation (FESA) 24 for Pharma Industry, the biggest ever Seminar in India on the subject begins at HICC on Thursday morning in the city

The seminar was inaugurated by Guest of Honor Mr.Y. Nagi Reddy, IPS, Director General of Fire Services and Chief Guest 
Mr.Jayesh Ranjan, IAS, Spl Chief Secretary to the Govt of Telangana. Mr B. Raja Gopala Rao, Director of Factories, Govt of Telangana also graced the occasion

It was organized by the Fire & Security Association of India (FSAI).

Speaking on the occasion, Nagi Reddy said fire is important in industrial safety in Pharma. In the past 10 years, 97 major fires broke out in Pharma industries, and Rs 93 crore worth of property was lost. In another incident that occurred a day before yesterday, a property worth Rs 30 crore got burnt, he said.

Handling fire in the pharmaceutical industry is difficult due to the different kinds of gases and chemicals used. He explained the Telangana Fire Service Act 1999. Section 13 of this act requires that buildings and hazardous industries must get an NOC (No Objection Certificate) from the Fire Department. According to another section, 19, the owner or the occupant is responsible for the fire system in the establishment.

He spoke about the National Building Code 2016.

Pharmaceutical industries pose additional hazards compared to other industries, especially from the use and transfer of solvents. Hazards in this industry include fires or explosions in solvents or dusts. Several areas such as Cleanrooms; Laboratories; Warehouses; Utility/mechanical service rooms; Chemical rooms and Production areas need to be paid attention to he said

The regular fire safety Audit is a must he told 300 plus gathering. It has to be voluntary in the interest of the company, he said.

Speaking on the occasion Jayesh Ranjan said accidents of any kind derail an industry. Many Pharma companies are under the watchlist of many European Regulators for non-compliance of ESG guidelines, which are low in those companies. If not adhered they will stop importing pharmaceutical products from India. If that happens you will destroy your business prospects he said.

In my interactions with Pharma companies, I observed that they are facing a talent scarcity. Organisations like FSAI can address such concerns of the Pharma industry for effective fire safety

Mr Ranjan urged FSAI to get associated with Young India Skill University, which will be run on a partnership model. Unlike conventional learning, the way of learning here is through practice. FSAI can design some relevant, useful and customised courses, he said

The past Telangana government announced a Pharma city in 20,000-acre land but the new government would like to decentralise and set up Pharma villages, in some ten clusters. Here also FSAI can help us with the best possible fire safety by suggesting a default design.

He advised FISA leadership to come forward with technology providers and the problem statement The government will run a challenge on their behalf for using technology in fire safety and more mention.

B. Raja Gopala Rao, Directories of factories said more fire accidents are occurring in Pharma than any other sector.

FSAI is 22 years old, a pan-Indian, not-for-profit non-profit trade body representing the Fire Protection, Life Safety, Security, Building Automation, Loss Prevention and Risk Management domains. It has 25 chapters and 10,000 members all over India said Mr Srinivas Valluri, National President, of FSAI

Hyderabad is the hub for pharmaceutical companies not only in India but in the entire Southeast Asia. A lot of fire accidents have occurred in the Pharma industries in the recent past. In this light of background this national conference is happening in Hyderabad informed Mr. Srinivas Valluri, the national president of the FSAI. He is the first ever Telugu man to become the National President of the 22 year old body.

Though we are part of the advisory group of the proposed Skill University of the Government of Telangana, we are also exploring a possible association to offer structured training on fire. We are planning to open a Skill Development Center, a 3rd one in Mumbai and another in Hyderabad very soon. We are also planning to open a Chapter in Dubai, he said. There is a huge demand for resources

The FSAI formulated the Suraksha Index (FSI). This index was reviewed, developed and implemented by the FSAI. It is one of its kind in the world. Many countries are studying this to emulate this practice . FSAI Suraksha Index is a comprehensive evaluation system that assesses the fire and security readiness of buildings, he added

Mr Prasad Nishtala, Chapter President, FSAI Hyderabad; Mr Prasad Raju S, Regional Director-South, FSAI; Mr Manoj Balakrishnan, Chair FSAI Branding; Mr P. Sravan Kumar, Vice Chair-FSAI Operations and Mr Chandra Sekhar K, Secretary FSAI Hyd Chapter said that 300 Senior Managers from various pharma industries are participating and deliberating in the seminar. Representatives of over 100 pharma companies including 50 top pharma companies also participate.

Mr Prasad Nishtala, Chapter President, FSAI Hyderabad said, sessions on a wide variety of subjects of greater importance such as Industries Pharma in Application its and PHA (Analysis Hazard Process; Areas Production in Mitigation and Identification Risk; Areas Storage Hazard High of Safety Fire; Pharma in Safety; Pharma in BMS; Access Control and Surveillance; IoT in Pharma Safety; Fire Audit is scheduled. Several Technical sessions and two-panel discussions will be held. The panel discussion will be held on topics such as Risks in the Pharma industry and strategies to overcome and the Latest trends in Safety and Security in Pharma Industries.

Bangalore, INDIA – Intelligent power management company Eaton showcased its Mobile Tech Day 2024 in Karnataka earlier this month. The roadshow aimed to exhibit Eaton’s state-of-the-art solutions in electrical, mobility, and aerospace technologies that are set to revolutionize industries. The 40-foot advanced trailer traveled the length and breadth of India, connecting Eaton’s industry experts with customers face-to-face. The trailer was stationed across Hosur, Bangalore, and Hospet in Karnataka.

This exciting journey began in April 2023, with a grand flag-off ceremony in Haryana. This unique initiative has already made its mark—covering 13 states and extending its reach to over 77 cities.

Commenting on Eaton’s portfolio of Electrical solutions, Syed Sajjadh Ali, Managing Director, Electrical Sector, India, Eaton, said, “At Eaton, we recognize the enormous potential that India holds and are eager to explore opportunities to collaborate in the country’s infrastructure and commercial growth. As a leader in electrical products, systems, and services for power quality, distribution, control, and wiring, our electrical business offers technology-driven solutions that address the critical needs of diverse markets such as industrial, utility, commercial, residential, and information technology. This Mobile Tech Day campaign brings an exciting opportunity for Eaton to showcase our industry-leading technology solutions and product offerings to customers and end-users in the region.”

Commenting on Eaton‘s Mobility portfolio, Shailendra Shukla, Managing Director, Mobility Group, India, Eaton, said, “Eaton’s power management & eMobility solutions position us as an ideal partner for leading players and vehicle OEMs in India’s focused segments, enabling their growth and success. We are also the preferred choice for the aftermarket space, and we partner closely with our distributors, resellers, and users for our aftermarket products and solutions. Eaton‘s portfolio includes innovative products and alternative fuel solutions aimed at minimizing carbon footprint and creating a sustainable future. We take pride in the fact that we engineer to meet the specific needs of each segment with industry best practices. By doing so, we help our customers manage power more safely, reliably, and efficiently. Our eMobility business provides a robust portfolio of solutions by combining elements from our Mobility and Electrical businesses.”

The Tech Day highlighted Eaton’s innovative products spanning business sectors – Electrical, Mobility, and Aerospace. Within the exhibit, Eaton’s electrical division boasted diverse solutions tailored to meet individual customer needs. The electrical solutions included a comprehensive suite of medium voltage switchgear solutions. The products from Eaton’s electrical business, caters to a wide range of applications, offering both standardized and customized options to meet specific customer needs. The key solutions featured include medium voltage switchgear: Xiria, RVAC, Low voltage switchgear: ACB, MCB, MCCB, RCD, Fusegear: Bussmann range of HV/LV/EV fuses, Power Quality: 9PX and DXRT (1-ph online UPS), 93PR (3-ph UPS), EV Chargers: 22kW AC charger, and Software Solutions: Brightlayer.

In the mobility technology space, Eaton showcased Clutch Assemblies, Transmission: 9-speed and 4-speed (compatible with EVs), Traction control: MLD NoSpin Differential, and Air management: engine valves and valve actuation.

In Eaton’s aerospace solutions, the highlighted are complete aircraft electrical power solutions: circular and rectangular connectors, back-shells, signal and power contacts, fiber optic solutions, cable assemblies and conduits, power conversion, and hold down and release actuators.