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Company Profile
Turnkey Solution for ATL by EdgeFX
Mission
ATL Scheme Highlights
ATL Selection process
ATL Final Selection
Funding Support
Establishing the ATL
Management of ATL
ATL Program Implementation
Integration of the ATL Program in schools
Tinkering Levels
Content Overview
Alignment of content with Tinkering Levels
ATL Establishment pictures
ATL Branding
Equipment supplied
EdgeFX support expended for ATL
EdgeFX activities conducted for ATL
Expert Team
Testimonials

Company Profile
EdgeFX Technologies Pvt. Ltd. is a Edtech company having 20 years of experience in education and training
industry. Edgefx designs and builds unique, powerful and innovative STEM, DIY educational kits in wide areas
of Electronics, Electrical, Embedded, Communication and latest areas like IoT, Arduino, Raspberry Pi and
many more, catering from Grade V to Engineering and beyond. Edgefx also specializes in setting up tinkering
labs in schools and innovation centres in Universities/Colleges globally. We are well connected with the
experts from industries and academia. We sell our products to more than 50 countries worldwide.

 Edgefx designs and builds unique, powerful and innovative STEM, DIY educational kits in wide areas of
Electronics, Electrical, Embedded, Communication and latest areas like IoT, Arduino, Raspberry Pi and
many more, catering from Grade V to Engineering and beyond.
 Edgefx also specializes in setting up tinkering labs in schools and innovation centres in
Universities/Colleges globally.

We are well connected with the experts from industries and academia.
 Global Traction - 50+ countries worldwide

Note: US, UK major markets.

Turnkey Solution for ATL by EdgeFX

EdgeFX provides a complete turnkey solution for setup, installation and maintenance of ATL Labs helping in
each step of implementation. EdgeFX STEM and DIY Kits are a product of choice for ATL.

Mission

Mission: Creating One

Million Neoteric Child
Innovators in India by
2020.

ATLs will be hubs of innovation where young minds will accelerate their ideas to solve unique local problems.

Atal Tinkering Labs are dedicated works spaces where students learn innovation skills and develop ideas that
will go on to transform India.

The lab activities are designed to spur the spark of creativity, and go beyond regular curriculum and textbook
learning.

ATL Scheme Highlights

 ATL Selection Process

ATL Final Selection

Funding Support
Grant-in-Aid towards Establishment Cost: One time establishment cost of up to Rs. 10.0 lakh has been
provided for each ATL.

Grant-in-Aid towards Operation and Maintenance: An amount of Rs.10.0 lakh has been provided for each
ATL @ Rs. 2 lakh per year (for a period of 5 years) towards Operation and Maintenance.

Establishing the ATL Why ATL

Science Labs Tinkering Labs

Science Labs are designed for Tinkering Labs are for open-ended experimenting, with
guided experimenting. no single solution.

Tinkering Labs have equipment appropriate to the age

Science Labs may have expensive
of the intended students so that they can tinker without
or fragile equipment.
the fear of damaging equipment.

Science Labs have a static design. Tinkering Labs are intended to evolve with the institution.

Tinkering Labs are intended towards life and creative

Science Labs activities correspond skills. The skills developed in Tinkering Labs may or may
to topics in text books. not directly help in academics, but an indirect advantage
is most certainly observed.

Tinkering Labs have a directional curriculum that is not

Science Labs have a fixed
restrictive and provides students with the scope to
curriculum.
create and innovate.
Establishing the ATL-Developing a comprehensive plan

Before getting your hands on establishing the Atal Tinkering Lab, it is essential that
you plan for the entire process – draw up a plan, create an organisational structure
along with a reference document which has all the details.

Plan document for Establishing the Atal Tinkering Lab is provided by Niti Aayog.

Establishing the ATL-Creating a Organisational Structure

Connect with relevant people from your school - those who you think can contribute
and help to create a robust plan – e.g. teachers from the Computer Science, Physics,
Electronics departments etc. In brief, there is a need for creating an organisational
framework for the functioning of your ATL.

Putting in Place an Organisational Structure

Establishing the ATL-Identifying and setting up the physical space

Built up space of 1500 square feet is required for hosting a tinkering lab. The Lab
should have:
 Proper ventilation
 Storage facilities
 Power supply - to run instruments, computers, projectors etc.
 Basic infrastructure - like fans, air conditioner if possible, proper lighting and
multiple plug points.
 Additional facilities - it is recommended to have a WiFi zone in the Lab or an internet dongle and routers
for connectivity, a wash basin, a water cooler etc.
 Furniture - the lab should have basic furniture i.e tables and chairs.
Sample Layout of the ATL

Establishing the ATL-Identify and Allocate HR

Key reference points while deciding to appoint the ATL in-charge

 Most importantly the person should have a passion to innovate and a tendency
to drive curiosity.
 Previous experience of tinkering, technology, computers, and physics would be
beneficial.

The objective is to find a person who can connect with the students, inspire them to think out of the box and
create a culture of innovation. A recommended job description / roles & responsibility is listed by NITI.

Establishing the ATL-Procurement

EdgeFX will supply all the equipment as per the NITI list of recommended tools and
materials and also take care of the branding guidelines as per NITI. Training and
Maintenance is also handled by EdgeFX.

Management of ATL

 Inventory Management: Inventory management is an important

element for successful and smooth functioning of an ATL. This would
help to keep a track of all things - tools and materials, content, furniture
etc. that have been placed and will be used in the lab.
 Facilities Management - Safety & Security: One of the most important
aspects of running a Tinkering Lab in a school is to keep it safe and
secure for its users – the students. It is imperative that the space – the
Tinkering Lab – is run effectively and efficiently while being safe.
 Information Management Reporting & Documentation: Yet another
extremely important aspect needed for running a successful lab!
It is essential to be able to document and report all activities in the lab.

 Financial Management: For any program to be successful, it is essential to have a robust financial
management system in place. To ensure the ATL remains functional and that schools and students benefit
from the program, please follow the guidelines and process shared at different points of time.
ATL Program Implementation

Integration of the ATL Program in schools

Level 1 - Pre-Innovation Level: The objective here is to
create awareness, provide an orientation about Lab,
fuelling interest and inspiring the students to take up
tinkering.
Level 2 - Innovation Club: The objective is to have
focused sessions and steer the students towards serious
tinkering and innovation process. Introduce students to
computational thinking and revisit the concept of design
thinking along with DIY activities.
Level 3 - Innovation Lab: Students work on specific
ideas and projects with the Innovation Lab head. Students
at this level will be revisiting the concepts of design
thinking, computational thinking, and understand the
concept of physical computing along with DIY activities.
Level 4 - Post Innovation Lab: These students are
competent enough to create and innovate on their own
with only supervisory support from Lab head.
They are the self-driven, self-motivated ones who would
be working on specific ideas and projects, and will be
involved in creating solutions for local/global problems.

Tinkering Levels
Content Overview

Alignment of content with tinkering levels

 ATL Establishment Pictures

ATL Branding as per NITI Guidelines

ATL Equipment Supplied

Equipment supplied
P1- Electronics Development, Robotics, Internet of Things, and Sensors
P2- Rapid Prototyping Tools
P3- Mechanical, Electrical, and Measurement tools
P4- Construction kit, Power Supply, Consumables, Accessories and Safety equipment
 EdgeFX STEM Electronic Kit EdgeFX ATAL Tinkering Lab 3D Printer Drilling Machine

Tool Box Hot Air Gun Electric Screwdriver Digital Multimeter

EdgeFX support expended for ATL

 EdgeFX has expertise in setting up of ATL with requisite infrastructure as per the AIM guidelines.
 EdgeFX will provide knowledge sharing and mentoring support via its network with industries, academia,
research, civil society. EdgeFX will conduct activities like regional and national level competitions,
exhibitions, lecture series etc.
 EdgeFX will provide 2 year warranty and 3 year AMC, wherever applicable on all equipment including 3D
printers as per AIM guidelines.
 EdgeFX will provide free installation and equipment training after the delivery of the equipment.
 EdgeFX has a mechanism for proper disposal of e-waste.
 EdgeFX will maintain a supply chain of consumables and other items for 5 yrs.
 EdgeFX will help in organising intra and inter-school ATL related events – ATL Tinkerfest, ATL Marathon, ATL
mentor sessions, competitions, guest lectures, hands-on workshops for students, training workshops for
teachers and community outreach.
 EdgeFX will provide its popular and innovative STEM kits as part of the equipment.

EdgeFX Activities conducted for ATL

EdgeFX Proposed Activities for ATL
 Help schools with programs to teach and explain students about different concepts ranging from ideation,
design, prototyping, networking to physical computing.
 Help schools to conduct ATL associated events with other schools
 Help schools to ensure community participation in ATL.
 Help schools with periodic regional and national level competitions.
 Help schools with periodic exhibitions / fairs / carnivals.
 Help schools to conduct workshops on problem solving, designing and fabrication of products.
 Help schools with screening of films and organising popular STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and
Mathematics) and entrepreneurship talks by reputed speakers.
 Help schools to conduct summer and winter camps.
 Help schools to participate and compete in other STEM related events at the national or international level.

Expert Team

 Mr. UC Patnaik, MTech-Robotics/IoT  Srinivas Tagulla, BTech-Trainer/Services and Support

/Sensors/Electronics/Design/STEM
 Mr. Mirza Mubeen Baig, BTech-
Robotics/IoT/Sensors/Electronics/Design/STEM
 Mr. G. Niranjan, BSc-Robotics/Electronics/STEM
 Mr. Satish Bokkasam, MBA-Trainer/ Robotics /
Electronics / STEM
 Mr. Aditya Gorre, BTech-Trainer/ Robotics /
Electronics / STEM
 Mr. Shaik Mohammed Moin, BTech-Programming
 Mohammad Saquib Hanif, BTech-Programming
 Bala Jagadeesh Kumar, BTech-Trainer/Services and
Support
 Ashok Rathod, BTech-Trainer/Services and Support
 Surendra Nag, BTech Trainer/Services and Support
 Mr. Praveen Kumar, BTech-Production/
Support/Trainer
 Dremel Team-3D Printing Service and Support
 Mr. Vinay Nama-3D Printing and Design
 Mr. Gopal-CAD and 3D Printing

Testimonials

I am extremely happy with the quick service and quality material provided by EdgeFX. We got
all branded material and Dremel 3D printer which is of international standard. I recommend
EdgeFX to all the schools for their turnkey solution and services provided for ATL..
Mrs. P. Mangathayaru, Principal,
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Karimnagar.

I loved the STEM Kits demonstrated by EdgeFX. I am very confident of their services and am looking forward to a long
term relationship with EdgeFX.
E Dadapeer, Principal, AP MODEL SCHOOL, Kurnool.

EdgeFX has approached us with the right equipment and approach along with the right branding material as per the
guidance of ATL. They are really helpful in the setup and implementation of the ATL.
Shekar, Principal, RK MODEL EM SCHOOL, AP

ATL needs service minded people and I am sure EdgeFX is one of them. I am happy that our team and our students are
guided by the good team of EdgeFX.
Teejo moorty, Principal, Vijayam School, Chitoor

EdgeFX has 20 years of experience in this industry and I am confident of their service and the team. I have verified that
EdgeFX supplies all leading brand equipment including 3D Printer from an internationally acclaimed brand.
Anantha Reddy K, Principal, Manair High School, Telangana.
‘’Empowering Students to Innovate‘’

EdgeFX Technologies Pvt. Ltd.,

105, Liberty Plaza, Himayathnagar,
Hyderabad - 29, India.
email: info@edgefxkits.in
Contact: +91 9949518885, +91 9908208883