Carborundum Universal Limited

As India makes rapid strides in modernising its railways, we are pleased to be a part of the ecosystem. Our solutions help railway networks with safety, aesthetics and functionality.   Our products range from ceramic insulators that ensure reliable electrical systems in high-speed trains to ceramic fibres that provide passive fire protection. We also manufacture composite panels that are lightweight and durable, and are ideal for creating modern and functional interiors.   We increase efficiency through our precision grinding solutions that help maintain tracks in an optimum condition.   CUMI is dedicated to providing solutions that help in the transformation of infrastructure, and support safe and comfortable journeys. #CUMI #Materialsscience #Railways

Welcome to October’s #WomenofCUMI, where we shine a light on the women working with CUMI. This month’s spotlight is on Namritham G. She joined us in 2023 as a Graduate Engineering Trainee, after completing her Bachelor in Chemical Engineering from the Coimbatore Institute of Technology. She is interested in heat transfer, thermodynamics, and product innovation that help with environmental sustainability. Stay tuned to read real stories of the #WomenofCUMI. #CUMI #Materialsscience #WomenofCUMI

CUMI Wins the Golden Peacock Award for Risk Management! We are excited to share that we have won the Golden Peacock Award for Risk Management. This award was started by the Institute of Directors in 1991 across various disciplines and is known around the world as a top honour for companies. Among 499 contestants, winning this award signifies our commitment to excellence in risk management, which is crucial to navigate today’s complex business environment. The award process is meticulously defined and has transparent selection criteria. It includes a rigorous self-assessment and an independent assessment procedure. We thank and congratulate all our teams for their hard work that made this possible and look forward to more milestones in the future. #CUMI #Materialsscience #Goldenpeacock #InstituteofDirectors

It's quizzing time! We're back to test your materials knowledge with October’s challenge. Check out the visual for the question and options. Post your answer in the comments and stay tuned as we reveal the correct answer shortly. Play and see if you're the ultimate quiz whiz! #CUMI #Materialsscience #Quiz

We are thrilled to launch our new series ‘Executive Spotlight’. This series will feature insightful conversations with CUMI’s senior management. Through these spotlights, we hope to provide a peek into the philosophies and experiences that drive our organisation. Our first conversation is with Sushil Bendale, the Chief Financial Officer of CUMI. He talks to us about his journey, leadership insights, and the various lessons he has learnt through his impressive professional journey. Swipe through the carousel to read his responses. Stay tuned for more! #CUMI #MaterialsScience #ExecutiveSpotlight

Welcome to September’s #WomenofCUMI, where we shine a light on the women working with CUMI. This month’s spotlight is on Usha N. She handles Accounts and Finance at CUMI, Chennai. She joined us in 2003 as a Management Trainee, and has been with us for just over two decades! Usha plays a significant role in fund planning, treasury transaction processing, cash flow and corporate accounts; her contributions have significantly enhanced the financial operations and strategic direction of the company. Slide 8 is golden! Stay tuned to read real stories of the #WomenofCUMI. #CUMI #Materialsscience #WomenofCUMI

We are pleased to announce that Carborundum Universal Limited (CUMI) will be acquiring a 100% stake in Silicon Carbide Products, Inc. USA (SCP). The acquisition will be finalised by the end of October 2024, and will serve to augment CUMI's offerings. SCP's advanced nitriding furnace design and tooling capabilities will supplement our efforts to meet critical thermal applications in the Indian market, especially in the power, steel and mining sectors. We welcome SCP to the CUMI family and look forward to a fulfilling partnership that will enhance CUMI's global market presence and help foster the development of new products. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/gxFMPKUA #CUMI #SCP #Materialsscience

"Engineers see the world not as it is, but as it could be." We bring you four stories – of people with imagination, enthusiasm, and the ability to look beyond the ordinary. These are stories of our colleagues who are redefining engineering for aerospace and defence at Carborundum Universal Limited . Meet Akshay Kashinath, @Ramasundaram R, Dr. Jabeen Fatima, and Vishnu Sasidharan and read about their journey here – https://t.ly/VyuzE #EngineersDay #Innovation #Defence #Aerospace #CUMI

It's Engineer’s Day today!   It’s a day to remember Sir M Visvesvaraya, and one to celebrate the achievements and take pride in the work that India’s engineers do.   Last week, we asked our colleagues who are engineers two questions – what does being an engineer mean and what they discovered about engineering from college to career. Scroll through and see, whether you are an engineer or not, you’ll find a few surprising perspectives in here.   And, to all the engineers in our world and the world, thank you for everything you do – imagine, design, engineer and create our world!    #CUMI #Materialsscience #Engineersday

This month we met up with Sarfraz Yusuf Gadkari. He handles manufacturing, technology and new business development for CUMI Prodorite and Composite. After graduating in Mechanical Engineering from L&T Institute of Technology, he handled quality control for composites in Saudi Arabia. Over the course of the next 14 years, he gained vast experience in this field. He joined Carborundum Universal Limited in 2015 to help with new business development for Wear Composites, and has been with us for almost a decade. His eyes light up when you speak about Theoretical Physics. He loves this pure science and has spent a significant part of the last two decades reading and watching documentaries about this subject. Another area where his two worlds align is that he gets to help with new product development, which is something that he loves. Sarfraz believes in listening first and reacting later, and that people should get an equal shot at everything. These are two things that are very important to him. Like others, there have been times when he has questioned his career choices. He recalls an instance when he was working on a large-scale futuristic project that was much delayed. It was at this point that he was frustrated and wondering whether he ought to switch jobs. Fortunately, he was also asked to help with a new product that the company did not have any prior experience with. And the best part - they had to build it within 6 months! And, all their efforts paid off, and both the projects turned out to be successful. He now feels that his professional future is very bright. There is a steady path and it’s all a matter of hard work, time and opportunity. He feels that being a team player, learning to be assertive yet tactful at the same time, and not procrastinating, have helped him professionally. He signs off with this advice - “the corporate world is a roller coaster where you’ll meet all kinds of people. It is better to take things at face value and take people as they are. This may not always be possible, but we should always try.” #CUMI #Materialsscience #IamCUMI