GOAL The objective of the project is to provide integrated and complete cold chain and preservation infrastructure facilities

without any break, from the farm gate to the consumer. SPECIFICATION Cold chains are essential for storage and distribution of perishable goods and temperature sensitive pharmaceuticals and biological preparations and forms an integral part of their supply chain. The key component of the facility would be the temperature controlled warehouses of varied capacities, refrigerated transport vehicles and other auxiliary facilities. The facility would also assist in various immunization programmes for storage and supply of temperature sensitive vaccine and other immunological as the coverage area of such programmes are severely restricted in the absence of adequate logistic support The key storage unit will be established at Ratlam on over 1.5 acres of land and would be linked with large number of villages (collection centre) via the refrigerated transport vehicles. A new concept of village refrigerator would be employed under which 5 10 tonnes refrigerator (village refrigerator) would be established in far off villages and would act as miniature cold storage units.

SCOPE A streamlined, well maintained cold chain helps to: y Reduce costs y Improve product integrity y Increase customer satisfaction y Reduce wastage and returns of expired stock The envisaged facility would especially cater to the following industries: Milk and Milk Products Fruits and Vegetables Meat and Meat Products Packed Food Beverages Biologicals RESPONSIBILITIES The present cold storage capacity in the Country is grossly inadequate and with a positive future outlook for the agro, food processing, retail and pharmaceutical industry there is an urgent need to scale up and develop integrated cold chain facilities across the Country. Agriculture and horticulture are two prominent sectors of Indias economy. A large portion of the annual production constitutes of perishable commodities for which temperature controlled

storage is essential. At present due to gross deficit of cold storage capacity, a large part of the perishable production is wasted and the farmers are forced to sell it at throw away prices in the harvesting season only. Further, due to inadequate numbers of cold chains, there is a frequent shortage of perishable agriculture commodities in the post harvest season leading to inflation in the price of essential goods. There is an urgent need to build the integrated cold chain functions across the State in order to provide advanced environment controlled warehousing and transport solutions, right form the farm till end use consumption. It will assist in storage of significant quantity of commodities to enable uninterrupted supply throughout the year. MANPOWER REQUIREMENTS Particulars Refrigeration expert Technician Godown keepers Helpers Security Guards Nos. 2 2 2 2 2 Monthly salary(Rs.) 18,0000 10,500 10,000 5,250 5,500 Total : Rs.55,250

CAPITAL INPUTS Land and Building Moisture vapour barrier to be placed on the outside of all the surfaces including the under floor with all joints lapped and sealed. Under floor heating- to avoid freezing by means of low voltage electricity or a recirculating fluid in pipe work. Low volt heating- around the door seal above and below floor level, typically at 2-5 degree Celsius, prevent ice forming which would otherwise interfere with door opening , compartmented rooms to avoid odour contamination and segregation to suit temperature, oxygen, moisture profiles ,an emergency exit, internal lighting- low temperature grade fluorescent lights and all internal walls must be smooth faced in production areas to allow for thorough cleaning. Cold rooms designed in a way to provide air to each and every product and avoid short cycling of air to aid efficiency

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Land and Building Land 5000 sq.mtr@ Rs. 280 per sq. mtr. Cold Storage Chamber (352515) (13125 Cu Mt) Sorting Verandah (2595) (225 Sq.Mt) Sorting Verandah on 1st and 2nd floor (450 Sq.Mt ) Ice Tank Room 81 Sq.Mt. Packing and insulation on Walls, Ceiling Floor such as Wood Racking and insulation with fibre glass wool bitumen Jalli (40000 Qtls) Machine Room 12m 10m 4m (120 Sq. mt.) D.G. Room 8m 4m 4m (32 Sq. mt) Bore Well L.S. Administration 10m 4m 3m (40 Sq.mt). Stair Case L.S. Condenser cooling pad and Sanitation, etc. L. S.

Total (In Rs.) 14,00,000 29,53,000 3,37,500 6,75,000 2,43,000

20,80,000 3,00,000 80,000 30,000 1,20,000 1,50,000 1,50,000

Total Land & Building 85.18 lakhs

Plant and Machinery There are turnkey suppliers of cold storage plants. They undertake supply, erection as well as complete electrification of the plant. The main requirements are reciprocating compressors suitable for ammonia, induction motor, blowers, overhead perforated water pipes with tanks, electric pump, piping, ducting and insulation and standby generator, water tanks etc. Keep natural inclination of sun in mind when designing placement of plant and machinery. Hygienic and sanitized water must be used for washing of produce,Air purging system installation to purge out CO2 released.
Particulars Super freeze Refri- 1 No. compressor Model SRA-4000 100 HP screen 1 No. protected induction Motor Suitable hand operated 1 No. oil immersed starter/ motor starter Ammonia oil separator 1 No. Size 18" 48" Atmospheric Type 12 No.Ammonia condenser Valves and fittings 1 lot for the condenser Ammonia Air Cooling units 16 No. Ammonia Receiver size 1 No. 16"24" without standard Ammonia Fittings Instrument comprising of dry and wet thermometers Ammonia valves and fittings 5 HP mono block 2 No. centrifugal pump set for condensers water circulation Insulated cold storage door made of wooden Lakhs frame with GI Sheets Slide rail for compressor motor Ammonia pipe interconnect high and low side equipment of refrigeration machine Water pipe lines and fitting Amount

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27.01 lacs

Working Capital (per month)

i) Personnel Designation Number (In Rs.) 1. Manager 1 2. Maintenance Supervisor 1 3. Storekeeper 1 4. Accountant 1 5. Skilled Workers 4 6. Unskilled Workers 15 7. Watchman 2 Total 55,200 Salary(month) (In Rs.) 6,000 5,000 4,000 5,00 0 8,000 24,000 3,200

Raw Material 1. Water 9000 KL @ Rs. 10/KL 2. Add back of Salt and Ammonia Total 1,00,000 or Say 1.0 Lakh Utilities Power 250 HP 80% of 2002430 KWH @ Rs 2.66 unit Fuel Total 3.00 Lakhs Other Contingent Expenses 1. Postage and stationery 2. Telephone 3. Consumable stores 4. Repair and maintenance 5. Transport 6. Insurance 7. Miscellaneous Total 1.0 Lakh

Total (In Rs.) 90,000 10,000

Amount (In Rs.) 2,88,000 12,000

Amount (In Rs.) 2,000 3,000 15,000 15,000 20,000 30,000 15,000

TENTATIVE IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE Activity Period(in months) Application and sanction of loan 2 Site selection and commencement of civil 1 work Completion of civil work and placement of 4 orders for machinery Erection, installation and trial runs 1

COST OF THE PROJECT & MEANS OF FINANCING

Item Land and Building Machinery Miscellaneous assets P&P expenses Working capital margin Total Means of finance Loan from bank Total

(in lacs) Amount 8.25 12.00 0.25 0.75 0.5 21.75 16.40 7.35 23.75

RISKS The project failure could be noticed in case of improper installation of air purging system. This would lead to decomposition of stored materials. If hygiene is not maintained also risk of failure could be noticed. Train users Chain experts along with other technicians apply refrigeration as a technology to facilitate preservation and care of perishables in the closed cold chain loop. They understands that the viability depends on efficient energy use.