In a world where efficiency and sustainability are paramount, Haber, a Pune-based startup founded in 2017 by Vipin Raghavan, Arjunan P N, and Priya Venkat, is leading the charge in industrial automation.
With a focus on real-time, AI-driven solutions, Haber aims to transform how industries manage resources and optimize production processes.
As water scarcity and environmental challenges loom large, Haber’s innovative platform, eLIXA®, offers a pathway to maximizing plant efficiency while minimizing resource waste.
The Challenge: Resource Inefficiency
Industries worldwide are grappling with increasing operational costs, inefficient resource management, and the pressing need for sustainable practices.
Traditional manufacturing and production methods often rely heavily on manual processes, leading to prolonged downtimes, poor product quality, and excessive resource consumption.
Many facilities still depend on subject matter experts to drive insights from data, resulting in slow response times and missed opportunities for improvement.
Haber recognized that these challenges could be addressed through automation and data-driven insights.
The startup set out to provide industries with the tools they need to move away from outdated practices, ultimately reducing costs and improving output quality.
The Solution: eLIXA® Platform
At the heart of Haber’s offerings is its proprietary eLIXA® platform. This AI-driven system integrates real-time data collection from sensors and smart devices strategically placed throughout a facility.
By replacing manual sampling with robotic sampling and automated interventions, eLIXA® enables real-time process monitoring, reducing variability and improving product consistency.
Haber’s approach hinges on collecting vast amounts of data, analyzing it with state-of-the-art machine learning techniques, and delivering actionable insights to operators.
With features like automated intervention and continuous monitoring, eLIXA® allows industries to maintain optimal output quality while significantly reducing waste.
For example, in the pulp and paper industry, eLIXA® offers applications ranging from solid-liquid separation to microbial control, all aimed at enhancing production processes.
The platform also extends its benefits to utility applications such as raw water treatment and boiler water treatment, providing a comprehensive solution for various industrial needs.
Impact and Achievements
Since its inception, Haber has made significant strides in demonstrating the effectiveness of its technology.
The company has reported impressive statistics, including saving over 79,045 MW of energy, 24,614,418 m³ of water, and reducing emissions by 75,093 tons.
These achievements underscore the potential impact of eLIXA® in transforming operational efficiencies across industries.
Haber’s solutions have proven effective in various sectors, including food and beverage, pulp and paper, and utility management.
The company’s ability to deliver measurable savings and improve resource management has garnered attention from large-scale manufacturers and facility managers, eager to optimize their operations while adhering to sustainability standards.
The Journey Ahead: Global Expansion
With a firm foothold in the Indian market, Haber is poised to expand its reach internationally.
The company has identified the paper industry in Indonesia, one of the largest producers of paper globally, as a key target for its expansion.
Additionally, once the food and beverage sector in India is well-established, Haber plans to penetrate the North American market, leveraging its compelling solutions and cost-effective strategies.
Haber’s technology is not confined to one industry, the startup envisions its applications extending to metals and mining and other water-intensive sectors.
By scaling its solutions across different markets and industries, Haber aims to become a leader in industrial automation.
Innovative Business Model
Haber’s unique business model focuses on delivering value through chemical sales integrated with its eLIXA® platform.
This approach ensures that customers experience a seamless transition to automated processes without incurring additional costs.
The startup has transitioned from pilot programs to a model where clients start seeing results from day one, thereby reducing the barrier to entry.
Moreover, the company emphasizes minimal customization and quick deployment of its solutions.
This enables them to achieve immediate results while ensuring that clients derive maximum value from their investments.
The Haber Advantage
What sets Haber apart is its deep industry expertise combined with a commitment to innovation.
The founders’ backgrounds and experience have allowed the company to develop standardized solutions that can be quickly deployed and scaled.
With a focus on continuous improvement, Haber remains dedicated to developing unique, cost-effective methods for data collection and analysis.
As industries face mounting pressure to optimize resource usage and reduce environmental impact, Haber’s real-time, AI-driven automation solutions present a viable path forward.
With a vision to create sustainable communities globally, Haber is not just revolutionizing industrial automation; it is paving the way for a more efficient, eco-friendly future.
