Company Profile Tamilnadu Cements Corporation Ltd.

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India Construction Products - Manufacturer, Public. Ltd. Firm Since 1979 Tamilnadu Cements Corporation Ltd., (TANCEM), a wholly owned Government of Tamilnadu undertaking, started business from 1st April 1976 with an authorized share capital of Rs. 18 crores taking over cement plant at Alangulam and setting up another plant at Ariyalur in the year 1979. TANCEM, as its expansion and conversion activities, set up Asbestos Sheet unit at Alangulam during 1981 and an Asbestos pressure pipe plant at Mayanur during 1983. TANCEM also took over during 1989, a Stoneware pipe plant from TACEL with a view to provide employment to the retrenched employees. TANCEM has, thus become a multi plants, multi locations and multi products company with an annual turnover of around Rs. 250 crores and the authorised capital as of now is Rs. 37.43 Crores. The company has its main objective in production of cement and cement based products and primarily caters to the needs of Government departments. Limestone being the main raw material, the company acquired and reserved enough limestone bearing lands in and around Alangulam and Ariyalur which are sufficient to run the cement plants for decades to come. Hence, the role of TANCEM in the development of state is immense. Products: Manufacturers and Exporter of Cement: Classification by type: O.P.C P.P.C - Classification by grade : O.P.C : 43, 53 P.P.C : Arasu Super Star. Asbestos: Main Ranges Plain Sheets Accessories. Pipes: AC Pressure Pipes Salt glazed Stoneware Pipes.

Construction Industry
Houses, apartments, factories, offices, schools, roads, and bridges are only some of the products of the construction industry. This industry's activities include work on new structures as well as additions, alterations, and repairs to existing ones. (Some government establishments do the same work and employ a significant number of people, but information about them is not included in this statement).

The construction industry is divided into three major segments.

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Construction of buildings contractors, or general contractors, build residential, industrial, commercial, and other buildings. Heavy and civil engineering construction contractors build sewers, roads, highways, bridges, tunnels, and other projects. Specialty trade contractors are engaged in specialized activities such as carpentry, painting, plumbing, and electrical work.

Construction usually is done or coordinated by general contractors, who specialize in one type of construction such as residential or commercial building. They take full responsibility for the complete job, except for specified portions of the work that may be omitted from the general contract. Although general contractors may do a portion of the work with their own crews, they often subcontract most of the work to heavy construction or specialty trade contractors. Specialty trade contractors usually do the work of only one trade, such as painting, carpentry, or electrical work, or of two or more closely related trades, such as plumbing and heating. Beyond fitting their work to that of the other trades, specialty trade contractors have no responsibility for the structure as a whole. They obtain orders for their work from general contractors, architects, or property owners. Repair work is almost always done on direct order from owners, occupants, architects, or rental agents. Houses, apartments, factories, offices, schools, roads, and bridges are only some of the products of the construction industry. This industrys activities include work on new structures as well as additions, alterations, and repairs to existing ones. The construction industry is divided into three major segments. Construction of buildings contractors, or general contractors, build residential, industrial, commercial, and other buildings. Heavy and civil engineering construction contractors build sewers, roads, highways, bridges, tunnels, and other projects. Specialty trade contractors are engaged in specialized activities such as carpentry, painting, plumbing, and electrical work.
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Working Conditions Employment Opportunities Construction Management Construction Chemicals

Cement Industry
Cement is the preferred building material in India. It is used extensively in household and industrial construction. Earlier, government sector used to consume over 50% of the total cement sold in India, but in the last decade, its share has come down to 35%. Rural areas consume less than 23% of the total cement. Availability of cheaper building materials for non-permanent structures affects the rural demand. Demand for cement is linked to the economic activity in any country. Broadly, it can be

categorized into demand for housing construction (homes, offices etc.) and infrastructure creation (ports, roads, power plants etc). The real driver of cement demand is creation of infrastructure, hence cement demand in emerging economies is much higher than developed countries where the demand has reached a plateau. In India too, the demand for cement will be affected by spending on infrastructure (including housing). With the boost given by the government to various infrastructure projects, road network and housing facilities, growth in the cement consumption is anticipated in the coming year. The favourable housing finance environment is expected to fulfill the vast housing requirements, both in rural and urban areas. The increase in infrastructure projects by the government coupled with the construction of the Golden Quadrilateral and the North-South and East-West corridor projects have led to an increase in consumption of cement. This increase is expected to continue in the future. The reduction in import duties is not likely to affect the industry as the cement produced is at par with the international standards and the prices are lower than those prevailing in international markets.
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Indian cement industry dates back to 1914 - first unit was set-up at Porbandar with a capacity of 1000 tonnes Currently India is ranked second in the world with an installed capacity of 114.2 million tonnes. Industry estimated at around Rs. 18,000 crores (US $ 4185 mn) Current per capita consumption - 85 kgs. as against world standard of 256 kgs Cement grade limestone in the country reported to be 89 bt. A large proportion however is unexploitable. 55 - 60% of the cost of production are government controlled Cement sales primarily through a distribution channel. Bulk sales account for < 1% of the total cement produced. Ready mix concrete a relatively nascent market in India.

Tamilnadu Cements Corporation Ltd., (TANCEM) , a wholly owned Government of Tamilnadu undertaking, started business from 1st April 1976 with an authorized share capital of Rs. 18 crores taking over cement plant at Alangulam and setting up another plant at Ariyalur in the year 1979. TANCEM, as its expansion and conversion activities, set up Asbestos Sheet unit at Alangulam during 1981. TANCEM also took over during 1989, a Stoneware pipe plant from TACEL with a view to provide employment to the retrenched employees. TANCEM has, thus become a multi plants, multi locations and multi products company with an annual turnover of around Rs. 250 crores and the authorised capital as of now is Rs. 37.43 Crores. The company has its main objective in production of cement and cement based products and primarily cater to the needs of Government departments. Limestone being the main raw material, the company acquired and reserved enough limestone bearing lands in and around Alangulam and Ariyalur which are sufficient to run the cement plants for decades to come. Hence, the role of TANCEM in the development of state is immense.

Plants - Cement Plants

Alangulam Cement Works Located at Alangulam in Virudhunagar District, Commercial production was commenced in 1970-71 with a capital outlay of Rs. 6.66 crores. With the rated capacity of 4 lakh tonnes per annum, this unit provides direct employment to 787 people and indirect employment to 2000 people. The Unit manufactures and markets ARASU brand 43 Grade OPC/PPC Cements in Tamilnadu and Kerala. Major consumption is by Government Departments for their construction activities such as Bridges, Dams, High raised Multistorey Buildings etc. It has a wide network of stockists both in Tamilnadu and Kerala. Modernisation of plant is on. Portland Pozzalana Cement (PPC), Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) [43 Grade] are manufactured at this unit. Ariyalur Cement Works Commercial production in this unit was commenced during october 1979. Set up with a capital outlay of Rs.29 crores and a rated capacity of 5 lakhs tonnes per annum of cement, this unit provides direct employment 734 people and indirect emploment to 1500 people. With the best limestone deposit available it is able to produce the high quality cement of various grades and supplies to Government Deparments and Public. Wide appreciations have been received from various quarters for its ARASU brand cement being marketed in Tamilnadu and Kerala

Tamilnadu Asbestos Sheet Plant

Set up with a capital outlay of Rs. 2.60 crores, this unit located at Alangulam, Virudunagar District, commenced its commercial production in October 1981. Capacity of the plant is 36000 tonnes of Asbestos sheets per annum. It produces corrugated, semi - corrugated and plain sheets of 1 metre to 3 metres length with a standard width of 1.05 metres and thickness of 6 mm. The range includes plain sheets and accessories. This unit gives a direct employment to 255 people and indirect employment to

700 people. ARASU Brand AC sheet has earned reputation in the market and is supplied to Tamilnadu, Kerala, Pondicherry and part of Karnataka .

Stoneware Pipes Plant

This plant established at Vridhachalaam, Cuddalore District during 1962 at a capital cost of Rs.12.90 lakhs was taken over by TANCEM from TACEL during 1989. With additional investment the total capital cost comes to Rs. 124.60 lakhs. Continuous Chamber Kiln was put up during 1994 with a view to expand its Capacity to 600 MTs per month and reduce the cost of production. This unit provides direct employment to 72 people and indirect employment to 100 people . This product is manufactured and marketed both to Government Sector and Public. This is used mainly for Drainage purpose. Chennai Metropoliton Water supply and Severage Board is the major consumer.

Products - Cement
Classification by type :

1. O.P.C 2. P.P.C Classification by grade :

1. O.P.C : 43, 53 2. P.P.C : Arasu Super Sta Products - Asbestos Sheet

Main Ranges : Length : 1 metre to 3 metre Corrugated Sheets Breadth : 1.05 metre Standard Thickness : 6 mm Plain Sheets : Standard Sizes : 8' x 4'

: 6' x 4' etc. Accessories : y y y Serrated Adjustable ridges (AR10) North Light Curve AR9 Ridge Final AR11 et

Products - Pipes

Salt glazed Stoneware Pipes : y y Standard length - 2 feet Sizes Dia - 4" to 18"

Our Company : Tamilnadu Cements Corporation Limited (TANCEM) was formed during February, 1976 as a public limited company under the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956, its Registered / Corporate Office is situated at 735, Anna Salai, LLA Building, 2 nd Floor, Chennai 600 002. Our Business : The company is engaged in the manufacture and selling of Cement, Asbestos Cement Sheets and Stoneware Pipes. The factories are situated in various districts of Tamilnadu as under:

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Alangulam Cement Works, Alangulam, Virudhunagar district, Ariyalur Cement Works, Ariyalur district, Tamilnadu Asbestos (Sheet) , Alangulam, Virudhunagar district, Stoneware Pipe Factory, Virudhachalam, Cuddalore district.

Our Mission : To produce and sell cement / allied products in the Public Sector so as to have a moderating influence on the market for making available cement / allied products. Our Vision : y y y To attain leadership in cement technology, To encourage the use of environment and friendly practices in production and To make available cement and other products at affordable prices to the common consumers and Govt.departments.

Our Commitments : (A) On achieving excellence in production

1. We are committed to maintain the highest quality standards by ensuring compliance with all laid
down specifications.

2. We shall achieve the highest capacity utilisation of plant and machinery thus ensuring maximum
operational efficiency. 3. We shall involve and motivate all our employees in the process of production thus ensuring the highest productivity. 4. We shall adopt the latest technologies by modernising the plants and plant practices besides bringing about continuous process improvements. (B) On achieving excellence in supply & distribution:

1. We shall make available cement and other products to the common consumers at affordable
prices by only providing for a reasonable margin of profit.

2. We shall ensure supply to all Government Departments / Agencies engaged in public works
activities at price cheaper than those in the market.

3. We shall develop an effective market net work of stockists and dealers thus making cement and
other products available all over Tamil Nadu and in neighbouring States. 4. We shall adopt a transparent and healthy approach to market cement and other products thereby setting and example in the industry. (C) On Environment:

1. Produce eco-friendly quality cement, Asbestos Cement sheets and stoneware pipes by adopting
innovative technologies. 2. Comply with all relevant environmental legislations and regulations. 3. Conserve and optimise the usage of resources namely Power, Coal, other raw materials like Limestone, and other permissible additives, Fly Ash etc. within the limits as fixed by Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). (D) Human Resources Development:

1. We shall periodically impart training to our employees so as to inculcate in them a sense of

national priority, industrial excellence and consumer friendliness.

2. We shall maintain harmonious Industrial Relations and enhance the quality of life of our 3. 4. 5. 6.
employees. We shall improve the conditions of the people living in the neighbourhood of our factories by participating in community development projects in these areas. We shall imbibe the latest development in cement technology in the world through purposeful interaction with the cement industry in India and abroad. We shall continue to encourage our Scientists and Engineers engaged in research and development efforts to produce cement and cement products adopting eco-friendly technology resulting at, least social and economic costs. We shall continuously improve the Quality Management System by implementing ISO-9001-2000 and through formation of Quality Circles among the shop floor employees by inculcating the awareness.

Business :

1. Cement is supplied directly to the Govt. departments and stockists appointed in various places in
Tamilnadu and Kerala. A.C.Sheets are supplied directly to the stockists and through our depots situated in Pondicherry, Kerala. Stoneware Pipes are directly supplied from the factory.

2. Quality complaints on Cement, A.C.Sheets and Stoneware Pipes are received at the respective
factories and our quality personnel attend to the same on war footing basis as and when the situation warrants. Generally the quality complaints are attended within a week's time. 3. The company periodically conducts the stockists meeting at various important cities in Tamilnadu and redresses the stockists / customers' grievances. General :

1. Information-cum-facilitation counters are created in our production units for providing information
to the public and other visitors. 2. Continuous committed efforts are being taken by TANCEM to use the state of the art technology machinery wherever required in the manufacturing system to achieve quality and reduce the cost of production at all possible levels. 3. For more details about the company, products profile and other details please browse www.tancem.com or contact the company's Email address: co@tancem.com 4. Liaison is available through the Nodal Officer posted exclusively for this purpose at Corporate Office and his office/Residential address are given below: