Hariom Pipe Industries Limited has evolved into an integrated manufacturer of premium steel pipes and tubes due to efforts of Mr. Roopesh Kumar Gupta and Mr. Sailesh Gupta. During an interaction with Tube & Pipe India, Mr. Roopesh Kumar Gupta, Managing Director, Hariom Pipe Industries Limited, talked about the company’s journey and milestones.
Tube & Pipe India: Kindly walk us through the illustrious business journey of Hariom Pipes, highlighting major milestones and crucial achievements.
Roopesh Kumar Gupta: Hariom Pipe Industries Limited (Hariom Pipes), part of the prestigious Hariom Group, is headquartered in Hyderabad, Telangana. The group was founded by industrialist Late Shri Hariom Golas in 1962. From our roots in trading steel pipes and tubes, we have gone from strength to strength, evolving into an integrated manufacturer of premium steel pipes and tubes. We established our furnace division in 2007 and have been consistently adding to our rolling and pipe capacity since then. Our IPO debuted on BSE and NSE in April 2022, which not only enabled us to significantly expand our capacity and product portfolio but also raised our public profile. Today, we are proud to have a wide range of value-added products, a well-established dealer network across the South Indian market, a 700-member team, rich industry experience, and a strong brand presence.
TPI: Please share information about your manufacturing facilities and production capacity.
RKG: We have three manufacturing facilities with a total capacity of 701,323 MTPA, including 437,000 MTPA for value-added products Our integrated steel plant at Mahbubnagar District in Telangana manufactures finished steel tubes and pipes from iron scrap and sponge iron. We also have a scaffolding unit at this location. Our plant in Anantapur District, Andhra Pradesh, exclusively manufactures sponge iron. The integration of these two plants has optimized our operations and profitability through backward integration, which helps with efficient logistics, inventory management, procurement, energy savings and quality control.
In December 2022, we acquired a full-fledged setup of a galvanized pipe plant in Perundurai, Tamil Nadu. With a strategic location covering ~14 acres in the SIPCOT Industrial Growth Centre, the plant has enhanced our capacity, product portfolio, and geographical reach. Additionally, we have established a new galvanized pipe plant in Mahbubnagar, Telangana, which is the first manufacturing facility in the steel pipes and tubes industry in India to run solely on sustainable energy generated through solar power.
TPI: What does the product basket of Hariom Pipes contain? Which are the industries where your products find application?
RKG: We have a well-diversified product portfolio with a growing share of value-added products. Our offerings span basic and value-added product segments, including mild steel (MS) billets, hot-rolled (HR) coils, MS tubes and pipes, GI pipes, GP pipes, scaffolding systems, and colour-coated roofing profiles. We use high-grade quality material compliant BIS standards.
We offer a versatile range of HR pipes, up to a maximum size of 150x150mm for square sections, 200x100mm for rectangular sections and 175mm NB for circular sections, with thickness ranging from 0.4 mm to 8mm.
At Hariom Pipes, we specialize in manufacturing high-quality GP (pre-galvanized) pipes and GI (hot dipped galvanized) pipes, ensuring top-notch durability and performance. With a commitment to excellence, our pipes are crafted to meet rigorous industry standards, perfect for a broad spectrum of applications, from residential plumbing to heavy-duty industrial use.
We pride ourselves on integrating advanced technological solutions to deliver exceptional quality and performance in every product. Our state-of-the-art tandem mill represents the pinnacle of innovation and efficiency in pipe manufacturing. This cutting-edge tandem mill allows us to streamline production while ensuring consistent, high-precision results upto 0.4mm It not only enhances our capacity but also significantly reduces energy consumption and operational costs, translating into value for our customers.
Our top-quality products cater to various industrial applications across multiple sectors, including architectural, industrial, infrastructural, power plants, solar power plants, steel Industry, railways, and cement plants. This underscores our commitment to meeting the diverse needs of our customers with precision and excellence.
We have three manufacturing facilities with a total capacity of 701,323 MTPA, including 437,000 MTPA for value-added products
TPI: Kindly tell us more about your market footprint and major clientele.
RKG: We have a strong presence in South India with over 625+ dealers across Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Kerala. We have recently expanded our market reach to Western India. Our robust distribution channels, which have been pivotal to our growth over the years, continue to develop in both existing and new markets. Our clientele includes leading companies in EPC, real estate, auto ancillaries, renewables, industrials, etc.
TPI: What is the USP of Hariom Pipes which gives it an edge over others?
RKG: Our integrated production capabilities, state-of-the-art facilities and high-quality, value-added products differentiate us from our industry peers. We are always adding best-in-class technology and best practices, such as hot charging technology, cold-rolled tandem mill, zero liquid discharge, etc., making our operations sustainable and cost-effective. More importantly, our long-standing relationships with all stakeholders, including our customers, employees and communities, sets us apart. One of our major goals is to nurture these relationships further, as this is a pivotal aspect of any sustainable business. We strive to become a top-notch steel pipes & value added products manufacturer, catering to industry needs. We look forward to developing our nation and making it a better place to live by helping build a robust economy and strong infrastructure.
TPI: Please tell us your efforts towards making the industry more sustainable.
RKG: We are committed to reducing our environmental footprint through a systematic and process-oriented approach. We persistently attempt to minimize any adverse impact of our operations on the people, planet and communities we work with. Our operations are conducted under the aegis of the foundational principles of ‘reduce’ and ‘recycle’ for sustainable value creation. As a testament to this commitment, we recycle scrap steel as a primary material in our production process. As I mentioned earlier, hot charging technology at our integrated steel plant reduced carbon emissions by eliminating the need to reheat metal. Our galvanized pipe manufacturing plant at Mahbubnagar is the first pipe manufacturing unit in India that is powered by solar power.
Hariom Pipe Industries is celebrating sustainable innovation and welcoming a new era of green energy with our new bio-gas fuel initiative. Powered by Indian Oil, this clean gas will fuel our progress with lower emission levels as compared to other regular industrial fuels.
Additionally, we have reduced our freshwater consumption by 1.75% and undertaken several measures for recycling and harvesting this resource. Our Mahbubnagar plant has zero liquid discharge. Alignment of water conservation is an essential factor while making decisions.
We monitor and strategize any impact that our operations may have on air quality and the implications that this may have on employees and local communities. We also take part in various initiatives, such as planting trees to increase the green cover in areas surrounding the factory, especially under the government’s flagship programme, the Telangana Haritha Haram scheme.
TPI: Kindly share your views on trade fairs. How do you think such events help the industry?
RKG: Trade fairs provide an excellent platform for us to showcase our products and capabilities to a larger audience. They offer an opportunity to connect with potential customers, partners, and stakeholders, helping us to expand our network and market reach. Participation in such events allows us to stay updated with the latest industry trends, innovations, and technologies, which can be crucial for our growth and development.
TPI: What are your expectations from Tube & Pipe Fair 2024?
RKG: We plan to expand our network by connecting with potential customers, partners, and industry stakeholders at the Tube & Pipe Fair 2024. We hope to bring higher awareness about sustainable practices in the steel industry. Ultimately, we expect the fair to enhance our visibility, create new business opportunities, and reinforce our market position.
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