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Gainwell Engineering unveils first indigenously manufactured Room and Pillar mining equipment

Kolkata, Jan 13 (UNI) Gainwell Engineering Pvt Ltd (GEPL), a leader in advanced mining solutions, has unveiled the first-ever domestically manufactured Room and Pillar Mining Equipment Package and delivered to Eastern Coalfields Ltd.
The breakthrough equipment marks a significant milestone for the
nation's manufacturing and coal mining sector, a company, company
chairman Sunil Chaturvedi said on Monday.
This achievement propelled India’s efforts to establish itself as a
global hub for manufacturing excellence while promoting the 'Make in
India' initiative in an otherwise imports-dependent sector, as
envisioned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
It has also begun a new chapter in strengthening the nation's vision
for self-reliance in the manufacturing of high-end Capital Goods.
The underground mining machines, Continuous Miner (Model GCM345) and
Feeder Breaker (Model GFB110) are stellar examples of indigenous
engineering excellence and technological innovation.
These machines have been manufactured at Gainwell Engineering’s
state-of-the-art facility at Panagarh, West Bengal.
The company secured the intellectual property (IP) license for the
Room & Pillar Equipment technology from Caterpillar in 2021, ensuring
the adoption of the latest and most efficient mining technologies.
Complementing these advanced machines, the package also includes
globally recognized equipment: Phillips Global Shuttle Cars, RHAM Roof
Bolters, and AllenWest Power Centres. Together, they form a robust
ensemble set to redefine efficiency and safety in mining operations.
India is committed to becoming self-reliant in its energy sector, with
a healthy mix of fossil fuels and renewable sources of energy to fuel
the developmental needs of a rapidly growing economy.
The Ministry of
Coal has set ambitious production targets, aiming for 1.3 billion
tonnes of domestic coal production by FY2026 and 1.51 billion tonnes
by FY2030. Coal currently accounts for approximately 56 percent of
India’s primary commercial energy demand, with coal-based power
generation contributing 72 percent to total electricity production.
The UG Coal Vision Plan of Coal India Limited under the UG Coal
Mission of the Ministry of Coal, Govt of India highlights the
continued importance of coal in India’s energy mix while emphasising
the adoption of environmentally sustainable mining techniques.
The depletion of shallow opencast coal reserves necessitates a
transition to more sustainable, socially responsible underground
mining practices. Continuous miners are set to play a crucial role in
this shift towards efficient underground mining solutions. Coal India
has set an ambitious target of producing 100 million tonnes of coal by
2030 from underground mining projects. Gainwell Engineering has
planned for 140 continuous miner projects to achieve this goal.
The
company is well positioned and has created the capacity to meet this
demand fully while achieving its export targets.
Chairman-cum-Managing Director, Coal India Ltd PM Prasad said today
that “Coal continues to be the backbone of India's energy security,
driving economic growth and industrial development. As the world's
largest coal mining company, it is imperative that Coal India
transition to more efficient and mechanised mining processes. Local
manufacturing of Room & Pillar Equipment especially Continuous Miner
will be a big enabler to grow the coal production from underground
mines. High production, continuous cutting technology are vital in
meeting our underground production targets, and we are happy that
Gainwell Engineering has started manufacturing this equipment in
India. This will help us achieve our goal of 100 million tonnes of
underground coal production by 2030."
, "This achievement marks a significant step towards making India a
global leader in manufacturing of innovative capital goods like mining
equipment. At Gainwell Engineering, we are committed to excellence and
innovation, and our state-of-the-art facility in Panagarh reflects
this dedication. Gainwell Engineering has resolved to emerge as a
large bespoke capital goods manufacturer in India serving critical
needs of mining, railways, material handling and defence sectors not
only for the domestic market but also for the large emerging exports
possibilities. By launching manufacturing of high-end coal mining
equipment, we have begun to not only cater to India's growing energy
needs but also position India as a key player in the global mining
technology market." company chairman Sunil Chaturvedi added.
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