Experiment No: 8

Visit to Air Conditioning Plant

Class: BE Date: 15/09/2023
I. Introduction
The industrial visit to Nature Delight Dairy & Dairy Product, a prominent manufacturer of fresh
curd, flavored milk, and milk products since 2017 in Indapur, Maharashtra, took place on
September 15, 2023. The visit was attended by 118 students and four faculty members: Prof. A.
P. Lukkad, Prof. E. K. Rathod, Prof. K. M. Garse, and Prof. S. D. Limaye.
II. Why Nature Delight Dairy?
The choice of Nature Delight Dairy & Dairy Product for this industrial visit was based on several
factors:
1. Relevance: Nature Delight Dairy is a significant player in the dairy industry, producing
a wide range of dairy products. The visit provided an opportunity to gain insights into
the dairy processing industry, a vital sector of the food industry.
2. Local Presence: Located in Indapur, Maharashtra, Nature Delight Dairy is easily
accessible for our educational institution, making it a convenient choice for students.
3. Diverse Product Range: Nature Delight Dairy offers a diverse product range, including
milk powders, butter, ghee, cheese, flavored milk, and more. This diversity allowed
students to witness various aspects of dairy product manufacturing.
III. Objectives of the Visit
The primary objectives of our visit to Nature Delight Dairy & Dairy Product were:
1. Educational Insight: To provide students with practical exposure to dairy processing
and an understanding of the processes involved in producing various dairy products.
2. Industry Insights: To gain insights into the challenges, innovations, and best practices
in the dairy processing industry.
3. Technical Knowledge: To learn about the machinery and equipment used in dairy
processing, including HVAC systems and refrigeration.
IV. Visit Details
Company Overview:
Nature Delight Dairy & Dairy Products Private Limited was incorporated on May 12, 2016. It
is classified as a non-government company registered at the Registrar of Companies, Pune. The
company's product portfolio includes milk powders, butter, ghee, cheese, flavored milk, and
more. With an authorized share capital of Rs. 250,000,000 and paid-up capital of Rs.
181,126,304, it plays a significant role in the dairy industry.
Visit Highlights:
Our visit commenced at 10:00 AM, and we began with an informative animation movie that
showcased the company's history and its current operations in the dairy industry. The technical
team conducted presentations explaining the automation of dairy processes, including functional
block diagrams and computer-controlled machinery.
We visited four key sections of Nature Delight Dairy Plant:
1. Butter Plant: Here, students learned about butter production processes.
2. Milk Powder Plant: We observed the manufacturing, packing, and dispatching
functions related to milk powder.
3. Refrigeration Unit: Students gained knowledge about the refrigeration systems
employed in dairy processing.
4. Milk Process Unit: The pasteurized milk production process was explained in detail.
V. Outcome of the Visit
The visit to Nature Delight Dairy & Dairy Product yielded valuable outcomes:
1. Practical Exposure: Students gained practical exposure to dairy processing, witnessing
machinery and processes in action.
2. Technical Knowledge: Understanding the HVAC systems, refrigeration units, and other
technical aspects of dairy processing.
3. Industry Insights: Insights into the challenges and innovations in the dairy processing
industry.
4. Product Range Knowledge: Familiarity with Nature Delight's diverse product range,
including its recent product launches.
5. Energy Efficiency: Knowledge about the energy-efficient practices, including the
innovative waste heat-run cooling technology, used in the dairy.
VI. Conclusion
The visit to Nature Delight Dairy & Dairy Product was a rewarding experience that provided
students with practical insights into the dairy processing industry. The knowledge gained during
this visit is invaluable for their academic and professional development.
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