Handbook on Small & Medium Scale Industries (Biotechnology Products)

Handbook on Small & Medium Scale Industries (Biotechnology Products)
Title Handbook on Small & Medium Scale Industries (Biotechnology Products) PDF eBook
Author Dr. H. Panda
Publisher ASIA PACIFIC BUSINESS PRESS Inc.
Pages 480
Release 2017-02-09
Genre Science
ISBN 8178331713

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The Indian biotechnology industry is one of the fastest growing knowledge-based sectors in India and is expected to play an important role in small & medium enterprises industries. Biotechnology is not just one technology, but many. There are a wide variety of products that the biotechnology field has produced. Biotechnology as well all know, is the field of combination of various fields such as genetics, environmental biology, biochemistry, environmental, general, agriculture, fermentation, etc. Biotechnology has a long history of use in food production and processing. It has helped to increase crop productivity by introducing such qualities as disease resistance and increased drought tolerance to the crops. Biotechnology used in processing of wines, beers, Coffee, Tea, Cabbage and Cucumber, etc. Fermentation is biotechnology in which desirable microorganisms are used in the production of value-added products of commercial importance. The products of fermentation are many: alcohol and carbon dioxide are obtained from yeast fermentation of various sugars. Lactic acid, acetic acid and Organic acid are products of bacteria action; citric acid, D-Gluconic acid, Coffee, Tea, Cabbage & Cucumber and Yeasts are some of the products obtained from fermentation. The worldwide demand for biotech products is the only indication; the speed of its advance is the only set to accelerate. Indian Biotechnology industry is considered as one of the sunrise sectors in India. The industry is divided into five major segments: Bio-Pharma, Bio-Services, Bio-Agri, Bio-Industrial and Bio-Informatics. Biotechnology industry’s growth in India is primarily driven by vaccines and recombinant therapeutics. The biotechnology sector of India is highly innovative and is on a strong growth trajectory. The sector, with its immense growth potential, will continue to play a significant role as an innovative manufacturing hub. The high demand for different biotech products has also opened up scope for the foreign companies to set up base in India. Today in India there are more than 350 Biotechnology companies in India providing employment for over 20,000 scientists. The authors cover different aspects of biotechnology such as production of fermented foods, functional foods, enzymes in food processing. The Book contains production of Wines and Beers, Production of Amino Acids, Lactic Acid, Acetic Acid and Organic Acid, Processing of Coffee, Tea, Cabbage, Cucumber, Yeasts and Photographs of Plant & Machinery with Supplier’s Contact Details. The book provides a better understanding about biotechnology production of value-added products, improve productivity, and enhance product quality in the agro food processing sector. The book is highly recommended to new entrepreneurs, professionals, existing units who wants to start manufacturing business of biotechnology products. 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Handbook on Biofuel, Ethanol and Bioenergy Based Products (Ethanol as Biofuel, Methane Gas, Biodiesel, Biogas, Biomass Gasification, Bio-Chemical, Renewable Energy, Clean-Energy, Activated Carbon, Agricultural Residues, Forestry Residues, Animal Waste, Wood Wastes, Industrial Wastes, Municipal Solid Wastes and Sewage with Machinery, Manufacturing Process, Equipment Details and Plant Layout)

Handbook on Biofuel, Ethanol and Bioenergy Based Products (Ethanol as Biofuel, Methane Gas, Biodiesel, Biogas, Biomass Gasification, Bio-Chemical, Renewable Energy, Clean-Energy, Activated Carbon, Agricultural Residues, Forestry Residues, Animal Waste, Wood Wastes, Industrial Wastes, Municipal Solid Wastes and Sewage with Machinery, Manufacturing Process, Equipment Details and Plant Layout)
Title Handbook on Biofuel, Ethanol and Bioenergy Based Products (Ethanol as Biofuel, Methane Gas, Biodiesel, Biogas, Biomass Gasification, Bio-Chemical, Renewable Energy, Clean-Energy, Activated Carbon, Agricultural Residues, Forestry Residues, Animal Waste, Wood Wastes, Industrial Wastes, Municipal Solid Wastes and Sewage with Machinery, Manufacturing Process, Equipment Details and Plant Layout) PDF eBook
Author P. K. Chattopadhyay
Publisher ASIA PACIFIC BUSINESS PRESS Inc.
Pages 456
Release 2022-01-12
Genre Business & Economics
ISBN 8195370187

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Bioenergy is biofuel-derived energy. Biofuel is any fuel made from biomass, such as plant or algal matter or animal waste. Biofuel is considered a renewable energy source since the feedstock material can be easily renewed, unlike fossil fuels such as petroleum, coal, and natural gas. Ethanol is a naturally occurring result of plant fermentation that may also be made by hydrating ethylene. Ethanol is a widely used industrial chemical that is employed as a solvent, in the production of other organic compounds, and as a fuel additive (forming a mixture known as a gasohol). Many alcoholic beverages, such as beer, wine, and distilled spirits, include ethanol as a psychoactive element. Transportation fuels generated from biomass resources, such as ethanol and biomass-based diesel, are known as biofuels. Using ethanol or biodiesel reduces the use of crude oil-based gasoline and diesel, potentially lowering the amount of crude oil imported from other nations. The global biofuels market is expected to reach growth at 7.3% CAGR. Increasing demand for biofuels as automobile fuel owing to their environment friendly characteristic to mitigate greenhouse gas emission is expected to propel industry growth. The global ethanol fuel market is expected to reach growing at a CAGR of 6.7%. The demand for the product is driven by growing usage of the product as a biofuel. The bioenergy market is expected to register a CAGR of over 6% during the forecast period. Bioenergy is one of the renewable energy sources globally. Increasing demand for energy, advancements in bioenergy conversion technologies, and increasing investment in bioenergy, and declining electricity generation costs from bioenergy facilities are expected to drive the market during the forecast period. The book covers a wide range of topics connected to Biofuel, Ethanol and Bioenergy Based Products, as well as their manufacturing processes. It also includes contact information for machinery suppliers, as well as images of equipment and plant layout. A complete guide on Biofuel, Ethanol and Bioenergy Based Products manufacture and entrepreneurship. This book serves as a one-stop shop for everything you need to know about the Biofuel, Ethanol and Bioenergy Based Products manufacturing industry, which is ripe with opportunity for manufacturers, merchants, and entrepreneurs. This is the only book that covers commercial Biofuel, Ethanol and Bioenergy Based Products in depth. From concept through equipment procurement, it is a veritable feast of how-to information.

Bioplastics & Biodegradable Products Manufacturing Handbook (Bioplastic Carry Bags, Bio-PET, Bioplastic Drinking Straws, Corn and Rice Starch-Based Bioplastics, Food Packaging Applications, Cassava Bags, Biodegradable Tableware, Biodegradable Plates, Biodegradable Toilet Paper, Starch Based Biodegradable Plastics, Polylactic Acid (PLA))

Bioplastics & Biodegradable Products Manufacturing Handbook (Bioplastic Carry Bags, Bio-PET, Bioplastic Drinking Straws, Corn and Rice Starch-Based Bioplastics, Food Packaging Applications, Cassava Bags, Biodegradable Tableware, Biodegradable Plates, Biodegradable Toilet Paper, Starch Based Biodegradable Plastics, Polylactic Acid (PLA))
Title Bioplastics & Biodegradable Products Manufacturing Handbook (Bioplastic Carry Bags, Bio-PET, Bioplastic Drinking Straws, Corn and Rice Starch-Based Bioplastics, Food Packaging Applications, Cassava Bags, Biodegradable Tableware, Biodegradable Plates, Biodegradable Toilet Paper, Starch Based Biodegradable Plastics, Polylactic Acid (PLA)) PDF eBook
Author by P. K. Chattopadhyay B.Tech. (F.T.B.E.), P.G.D. (F.T.B.E.) (J.U.) Working Experience In Production Quality Control Lab., Project Work, R & D work with Nityakali Rice Mill & Solvents Extraction Plant, Bengal Distilleries Ltd., The Indian Yeast Company Ltd., Kusum Production Ltd., Asian Bio Food (P) Ltd., S.I.R.I., Parle Biscuits Ltd., Apex Silicated& Chemical Inds. (P) Ltd., Hayward Research Centre (Shaw Wallace Group), Niir Project Consultancy Services
Publisher ASIA PACIFIC BUSINESS PRESS Inc.
Pages 448
Release 2022-01-01
Genre Biography & Autobiography
ISBN 8195370128

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Bioplastic is simply plastic that is created from a plant or other biological source rather than petroleum. It can be created by extracting sugar from plants like corn and sugarcane and converting it into polylactic acids (PLAs), or it can be made from microorganism-engineered polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs). Bioplastics are plastics made from renewable biomass sources such vegetable fats and oils, corn starch, straw, woodchips, sawdust, and recovered food waste, among others. Common plastics, such as fossil-fuel plastics (also known as petro-based polymers), on the other hand, are made from petroleum or natural gas. Biodegradable Products Manufacturing (Bio-Products) are all types of natural and artificial products that can be easily decomposed without causing any damage to the environment. The significant examples of Biodegradable Products are Biodegradable Plastic, Biodegradable Airline Meals, Bio-degradable Toilet Paper, Biodegradable Cups etc. It has become the need of the hour to use these products as most of the goods like Plastics take many years to decompose in nature and this affects the environment adversely with time. The worldwide bioplastics market is predicted to increase at a CAGR of 17.1 percent over the next five years. The packaging industry's rising product demand will propel the market even higher. The book covers a wide range of topics connected to bioplastics and biodegradable products, as well as their manufacturing processes. It also includes contact information for machinery suppliers, as well as images of equipment and plant layout. A comprehensive reference to manufacturing and entrepreneurship in the bioplastics and biodegradable products business. This book is a one-stop shop for everything you need to know about the bioplastics and biodegradable products manufacturing industry, which is ripe with potential for manufacturers, merchants, and entrepreneurs. This is the only comprehensive guide to commercial bioplastics and biodegradable products manufacture. It provides a feast of how-to knowledge, from concept through equipment purchase.

The Complete Book on Resins (Alkyd, Amino, Phenolic, Polyurethane, Epoxy, Silicone, Acrylic), Paints, Varnishes, Pigments & Additives (Surface Coating Products with Formulae)

The Complete Book on Resins (Alkyd, Amino, Phenolic, Polyurethane, Epoxy, Silicone, Acrylic), Paints, Varnishes, Pigments & Additives (Surface Coating Products with Formulae)
Title The Complete Book on Resins (Alkyd, Amino, Phenolic, Polyurethane, Epoxy, Silicone, Acrylic), Paints, Varnishes, Pigments & Additives (Surface Coating Products with Formulae) PDF eBook
Author Dr. Himadri Panda
Publisher ASIA PACIFIC BUSINESS PRESS Inc.
Pages 632
Release 2022-02-23
Genre Business & Economics
ISBN 8195370195

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Resin is a versatile material that can be utilized for a variety of applications. It's frequently utilized in durable castings, arts and crafts, flooring, countertops, and other applications. Resin is a good adhesive and can be used to produce plastics. The best approach to maintain a range of surfaces safe is to use industrial coatings. Surface coating is any mixture of film-forming materials, pigments, solvents, and other additives that, when applied to a surface and cured or dried, produces a thin functional and frequently decorative film. Paints, drying oils and varnishes, synthetic transparent coatings, and other items with the primary function of protecting an object's surface from the environment are examples of surface coatings. The global resin market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.4%. The growing demand for epoxy resin in the paints and coatings industry is driving the market. In addition, demand is likely to be driven by the growing use of epoxy in the electronics and electrical industries as an insulator and to protect components from dust, short-circuiting, and moisture. The rising demand for convenience and processed food and beverages is increasing the demand for packaging in both developed and emerging countries. Resins are used in internal coatings of cans to enhance the shelf life of canned food and beverages products. They are also used to protect and preserve the taste, texture, and colour of food and beverage products while preventing corrosion. Moreover, the increasing use of glass packaging is significantly contributing to the market growth as it uses resin to prevent corrosion in jars and bottles. The introduction of various stringent policies regarding food safety by several governments is increasing the use of epoxy resin, further fuelling the market growth. The book covers a variety of topics related to starting a Resin Business. It also includes images of the equipment and facility structure, as well as information on machinery suppliers. An in-depth look at the Resin Industry and how to start a business in it. This book is a one-stop shop for everything you need to know about the Resin Industry, which is rife with opportunities for manufacturers, merchants, and entrepreneurs. This is the only book on the market that covers the entire process of establishing a commercial Surface Coating facility. From concept to equipment acquisition, it's a wonderful feast of how-to information.

A Biotech Manager's Handbook

A Biotech Manager's Handbook
Title A Biotech Manager's Handbook PDF eBook
Author M O'Neill
Publisher Elsevier
Pages 414
Release 2012-05-02
Genre Business & Economics
ISBN 1908818158

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A biotech manager's handbook lays out - in a simple, straightforward manner - for the manager or would-be entrepreneur the basic principles of running a biotech company. Most managers in biotechnology companies are working in their first company or in their first managerial role. Their expertise and experience in the scientific part of the work can be taken as a given but there is a whole range of other skills to be learned and areas of expertise to come to terms with. Small companies do not have big budgets to hire people or time to become an expert in so many areas. The book starts by outlining the state of the biopharmaceutical industry and goes on to explain the importance of planning (no matter what the size of the company). Succeeding chapters deal with the basics of intellectual property, perspectives from a university technology transfer office and how to raise some initial funding from an investor and entrepreneur. - No other 'how to' manual exists for this sector - Written by a range of expert professionals in each area, all in one book - Is the only 'bench to bedside' book covering the whole spectrum of development

Entrepreneur’s Start-Up Handbook: Manufacturing of Profitable Household (FMCG) Products with Process & Formulations (2nd Revised Edition)

Entrepreneur’s Start-Up Handbook: Manufacturing of Profitable Household (FMCG) Products with Process & Formulations (2nd Revised Edition)
Title Entrepreneur’s Start-Up Handbook: Manufacturing of Profitable Household (FMCG) Products with Process & Formulations (2nd Revised Edition) PDF eBook
Author NPCS Board of Consultants & Engineers
Publisher ASIA PACIFIC BUSINESS PRESS Inc.
Pages 368
Release 2018-03-03
Genre
ISBN 8178331640

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" ‘Startup India, Stand-up India’ “Can India be a ‘Startup Capital’? Can the youth in the states have the opportunities in the form of start-ups, with innovations, whether it be manufacturing, service sector or agriculture? --- Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India Startup India Stand up Our Prime Minister unveiled a 19-point action plan for start-up enterprises in India. Highlighting the importance of the Standup India Scheme, Hon’ble Prime minister said that the job seeker has to become a job creator. Prime Minister announced that the initiative envisages loans to at least two aspiring entrepreneurs from the Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Women categories. It was also announced that the loan shall be in the ten lakh to one crore rupee range. A startup India hub will be created as a single point of contact for the entire startup ecosystem to enable knowledge exchange and access to funding. Startup India campaign is based on an action plan aimed at promoting bank financing for start-up ventures to boost entrepreneurship and encourage startups with jobs creation. Startup India is a flagship initiative of the Government of India, intended to build a strong ecosystem for nurturing innovation and Startups in the country. This will drive sustainable economic growth and generate large scale employment opportunities. The Government, through this initiative aims to empower Startups to grow through innovation and design. What is Startup India offering to the Entrepreneurs? Stand up India backed up by Department of Financial Services (DFS) intents to bring up Women and SC/ST entrepreneurs. They have planned to support 2.5 lakh borrowers with Bank loans (with at least 2 borrowers in both the category per branch) which can be returned up to seven years. PM announced that “There will be no income tax on startups’ profits for three years” PM plans to reduce the involvement of state government in the startups so that entrepreneurs can enjoy freedom. No tax would be charged on any startup up to three years from the day of its establishment once it has been approved by Incubator. India Government is promoting finance for start-up ventures and providing incentives to further boost entrepreneurship, manufacturing and job creation. The correct choice of business is an extremely essential step in the process of ‘being your own boss’. This handbook contains few formulations of cosmetic products, properties and manufacturing process with flow diagrams of various products. After gathering the above information of products, the decision of choosing an appropriate one will no longer be a cumbersome process. The Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector, also called the consumer packaged goods (CPG) sector, is one of the largest industries worldwide. FMCGs are generally cheap products that are purchased by consumers on a regular basis. FMCG sector is the fourth largest sector in the economy and creates employment for more than three million people in downstream activities. The FMCG market is estimated to treble from its current figure in the coming decade. Fast Moving Consumer Goods Companies have been expanding rapidly. Most of the product categories like jams, toothpaste, skin care, shampoos, etc, have low per capita consumption as well as low penetration level, but the potential for growth is huge. The industry has developed both in the small scale sector and organized sector. Major contents of the book are banana wafers, biscuits, bread, candy, chocolates, potato chips, rice flakes (poha), corn flakes, baby cereal food, fruit juice, milk powder, paneer, papad, ghee, extruded food (kurkure type), instant noodles, instant tea, jam & jelly, khakhra, soft drinks, spices, sweet scented supari, detergent powder, detergent soap, face freshener tissue, floor cleaner, glass cleaner, henna based hair dye, herbal creams, herbal hair oil, herbal shampoo, incense sticks, lipsticks, liquid detergent, mosquito coils, nail polish, air freshener (odonil type), naphthalene balls, phenyl, shoe polish, tissue paper, toilet cleaner, tooth brush, tooth paste, toothpicks, utensil cleaning bar, packaging. It will be a standard reference book for professionals, entrepreneurs and food technologists.

The Complete Technology Book on Vermiculture and Vermicompost (Earthworm) with Manufacturing Process, Machinery Equipment Details & Plant Layout

The Complete Technology Book on Vermiculture and Vermicompost (Earthworm) with Manufacturing Process, Machinery Equipment Details & Plant Layout
Title The Complete Technology Book on Vermiculture and Vermicompost (Earthworm) with Manufacturing Process, Machinery Equipment Details & Plant Layout PDF eBook
Author Dr. Himadri Panda
Publisher ASIA PACIFIC BUSINESS PRESS Inc.
Pages 368
Release 2022-03-22
Genre Business & Economics
ISBN 8195370144

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Advantage of vermicomposting is that it composts the wastes of rural areas. They clean our villages by using unnecessary organic and non-organic materials. Improves the texture of the soil and its ability to store water. Improves root growth and the multiplication of beneficial soil microorganisms by providing optimum aeration to the soil. Vermicompost (vermi-compost) is a mixture of decomposing vegetable or food waste, bedding materials, and vermicast created by the decomposition process using various species of worms, usually red wigglers, white worms, and other earthworms. This is known as vermicomposting, and the practise of raising worms for this purpose is known as vermiculture. Sewage treatment can also be done with vermicomposting. The Global Vermicompost Market is reach growing at a CAGR of 16.74%. The Growth of the global vermicompost market is caused by various factors, such as improved soil aeration, improved water holding capacity, better nutrient cycle, and enriched soil with micro-organism, helps in plant root growth and structure, enhanced germination. The vermicomposting method is used in organic farming. Increasing the use of sustainable agricultural practices, such as vermicomposting along with Government support for organic farming is significantly contributing to the global vermicompost market growth. Vermicompost offers plants with necessary nutrients and helps in plant diseases suppression. Worm castings often comprise 7 times more phosphorus, 11 times more potassium, and 5 times more nitrogen than ordinary soil, which are crucial minerals required for plant growth. Vermiculture and Vermicompost (Earthworm), as well as their manufacturing methods, are all covered in depth in this book. It also offers photos of equipment as well as contact information for industrial providers. This book is a one-stop shop for everything you need to know about the Vermiculture and Vermicompost (Earthworm) industry, which is ripe for manufacturers, merchants, and entrepreneurs. This is the only book that goes into great detail about Vermiculture and Vermicompost. It's a genuine feast of how-to material, from concept to equipment buying.