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Local manufacturing is central to our positioning

2025-12-24

Arun Manikkath, Chief Technology Officer, Mineralx Flowtech

What solutions is Mineralx Flowtech offering to the construction and mineral processing sectors?

Mineralx Flowtech was established around four years ago, with a clear focus on slurry handling and flow-related equipment. Our core offerings include slurry pumps, hydrocyclones and drum motors, which are primarily used in aggregate processing and mineral industries. These components play a critical role in material handling and process efficiency.

What are the key differentiators of your products in a competitive market?

The key challenge for a young company is to demonstrate reliability and performance consistency. Our focus has been on engineering products that can withstand highly abrasive and demanding operating conditions typical of mineral and aggregate applications. Performance in the field is central to our differentiation.

How are you building market confidence and proving product capability?

Rather than pursuing broad-based adoption immediately, we are working closely with established OEMs who integrate our components into their equipment. Validation through leading equipment manufacturers helps demonstrate that our solutions meet stringent performance expectations. This OEM-led approach is critical in positioning ourselves as a credible Indian supplier.

How important is localisation in your growth strategy?

Local manufacturing is central to our positioning. We are focused on building Mineralx Flowtech as a strong Indian player that can offer dependable solutions suited to local operating conditions, while also remaining competitive on cost and service responsiveness.

How has the response been at Excon 2025?

The response has been positive in terms of customer quality and enquiry relevance. While overall footfall has been slightly lower compared to previous editions, possibly due to travel disruptions, the level of engagement and interest from potential customers has been encouraging.