TTN Desk
Balconagar: Bharat Aluminium Company Limited (BALCO), a unit of Vedanta Aluminium, has announced a major acceleration in its digital transformation. By integrating advanced technology across its supply chain, potlines, and carbon facilities, the company is setting a new benchmark for “smart” and “safe” manufacturing in the global metals sector.
0 Real-Time Quality Control via ‘Quality Sankalp’ App
In a move to strengthen customer trust, BALCO launched the Quality Sankalp App. This shopfloor tool allows employees to capture quality parameters in real time. Beyond quality, the app integrates asset optimization and Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) monitoring, ensuring that every observation leads to prompt corrective action.
0 100% Digital Coal Laboratory
The company has achieved 100% digitalization of its Coal Laboratory. This automated framework captures critical data—such as moisture, ash, and sulphur content—without manual intervention. This shift not only improves environmental performance but also enhances governance and resource planning through data-driven decision-making.
0 Proactive Safety and Consequence Management
Safety remains at the core of BALCO’s digital push:
* Risk Tracking: A new consequence management portal captures unsafe acts and conditions, allowing for early risk identification.
* Behavioral Monitoring: A 24/7 monitoring system proactively identifies risks associated with vehicle movement and operational tasks.
* Automated Reporting: Production and consumption booking processes are now automated, providing real-time visibility and reducing manual errors.
0 Leadership View
Mr. Rajesh Kumar, CEO & Director of BALCO, highlighted the cultural shift, stating:
> “Digitalization at BALCO is about building a culture of transparency and accountability. We are embedding digital intelligence into every layer of our processes to deliver excellence in an evolving global environment.”
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Through these initiatives, BALCO continues to demonstrate how technology can optimize industrial processes while ensuring maximum safety for its workforce.
