SAMEER Transfers Microwave-Based Brix Measurement Technology to Boost Sugar Industry Efficiency
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Transfer of Technology (ToT) agreement signed by SAMEER |
| Parties Involved | SAMEER (MeitY), Toshniwal Hyvac Pvt. Ltd., and Sir Automation Industries |
| Technology Transferred | Microwave-Based Brix Measurement System |
| Purpose of Technology | Real-time measurement of sugar concentration (Brix) in sugar production |
| Key Benefits | - Rapid, non-destructive, and precise measurement- Eliminates manual sampling- Improves production efficiency |
| Potential Applications | Sugar industry, dairy, brewery, fruit juices, and confectionery sectors |
| Testing & Validation | Tested at Shri Sant Tukaram Sugar Factory (Pune), validated by Vasant Dada Sugar Institute |
| Project Cost | Rs 83 lakh |
| Project Duration | 24 months |
| Alignment with Government Initiatives | "Make in India", PM's vision of "Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan, Jai Vigyan, Jai Anusandhan" |
| Remarks | - MeitY Secretary: Technology aids sugarcane farmers and supports industry adoption.- SAMEER DG: Milestone in "Make in India" initiative. |