Vollert India solidifies its position as a reliable, customer-centric, and community-focused partner.

Krishan Mohan Sharma
Head of India Operations, Vollert India

How do you view the growth of precast construction in India? Which are the key demand drivers?

The growth of precast construction in India is promising, driven by increasing urbanization, the need for affordable housing, and the demand for rapid infrastructure development. Key demand drivers include government initiatives like the ‘Smart Cities Mission’ and ‘Housing for All’, which prioritize speed, efficiency, and sustainability in construction. Additionally, the rising awareness of the benefits of precast technology, such as reduced construction time and enhanced quality, is contributing to its growth.

How is the precast method gaining popularity in building construction? What are the key advantages?

The precast method is gaining popularity in building construction due to its numerous advantages. Key benefits include:

Speed: Precast components are manufactured off-site and can be quickly assembled on-site, significantly reducing construction time.

Quality: Factory-controlled production ensures high precision and consistent quality of components.

Durability: Precast structures are known for their strength and longevity.

Safety: The controlled environment of precast manufacturing enhances worker safety and minimizes on-site hazards.

Sustainability: Precast construction reduces waste and environmental impact, promoting greener building practices.

What are the challenges faced by precast construction in India?

Precast construction in India faces several challenges, including:

Lack of awareness: Despite the advantages of precast concrete, there is still a lack of awareness and readiness among architects, builders, and contractors about the benefits of precast concrete. Most of the construction professionals are more familiar with traditional building materials and construction techniques, making it challenging to promote the use of precast concrete.

Limited availability of skilled labour: Precast concrete requires specialized manufacturing and installation techniques, which require skilled labour. However still, there is a shortage of skilled precast labour in India, making it difficult for precast companies to find the right talent at reasonable cost to support their operations.

Lack of the factory/plants across PAN India which can manufacture and deliver complete ready-to-move-in projects quickly, efficiently and to the highest quality standards for general market.

Regulatory hurdles: The precast concrete industry is subject to a range of regulations, including environmental regulations and building codes. Compliance with these regulations can be challenging for precast companies, particularly for smaller players.

Comparatively high initial investment: Setting up a precast manufacturing facility requires a comparatively higher initial investment in machinery, equipment, and infrastructure. This can be a barrier to entry for new players in the market and can limit the growth of smaller companies.

How are your products and solutions helping overcome the challenges and offer a viable construction scenario?

Vollert India addresses these challenges through innovative products and solutions:

Cost efficiency: By localizing production and reducing dependency on imports, we lower costs and make precast technology more accessible.

Training programs: We offer extensive training and apprenticeship programs to bridge the skill gap and develop a skilled workforce.

Advanced logistics: Our intralogistics systems ensure efficient handling and transportation of precast components.

Awareness and support: We work closely with industry stakeholders to demonstrate the benefits of precast technology and provide robust customer support and service.

Can you share some of the landmark projects where your solutions helped in a big way for the successful execution of the project?

Some of the landmark projects where Vollert's solutions have played a crucial role include:

Residential complexes: We have successfully implemented our customized precast production systems in all types and scales housing projects, providing affordable and durable housing solutions. Few to name are: Sobha Developers, Bangalore; Purvankra Group, Bangalore; Sumeru Realty; Godrej Properties, Delhi NCR; Stellar Group Delhi NCR; CIDCO Housing Mumbai; Magicrete Precast; Town and City Developers, Coimbatore; and many more………

National High-Speed Rail Corporation Ltd: Our precast technology at PSP Projects Ltd has been instrumental in constructing signal & power ducts, helping the customer for timely project completion and high-quality standards.

Industrial facilities: Our precast production systems have optimized the construction of various industrial facilities, enhancing efficiency and productivity like Rashmi Group at Kharagpur.

What are your future expansion plans? What is your market outlook for India?

Vollert India plans to expand further into the Indian and global market with its latest enhanced production capabilities and introducing new technologies tailored to local/global needs. We aim to increase our footprint in the infrastructure sector along with residential and commercial real estate segments.

Vollert India is taking customer support to the next level with its new local economical service team. This strategic move enables us to offer more intimate, responsive, and cost-effective services, tailored to the unique needs of our Indian customers. By embedding our expertise within the local ecosystem, we can better understand and address customer pain points, drive business growth, and contribute to the region's economic prosperity. With this localized approach, Vollert India solidifies its position as a reliable, customer-centric, and community-focused partner.

Our market outlook for India is optimistic, driven by continued urbanization, government initiatives promoting modern construction methods, and the growing acceptance of precast technology. We are committed to contributing to India's infrastructure growth by providing innovative, sustainable, and efficient customized precast construction solutions.