104kW Solar Installation at Ashirwad Food Products by SolarLogix
SolarLogix successfully designed and executed a 104 kW industrial ground mounted solar power plant for Ashirwad Food Products, a flour mill under the food processing sector, located at Purulia, West Bengal, India.
The project was developed to address high continuous power demand, reduce electricity and diesel generator costs, and ensure stable, uninterrupted energy supply for temperature-sensitive flour mill operations, while maintaining advanced safety and grid compliance.
This installation stands as a reference ground mounted solar project for flour mills and food processing units in West Bengal.
📍 Project Details
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Client Name | Ashirwad Food Products |
| Industry | Food Processing / Flour Mill |
| Location | Purulia, West Bengal, India |
| Installed Capacity | 104 kW Ground Mounted Solar Plant |
| Structure Type | TATA Power Certified Ground Mounted |
| Solar Modules | TATA Power Make Monoperc 400 Series |
| Inverter Type | TATA Power Certified Solis String MPPT |
| Grid Integration | Zero Export device |
| Safety Systems | ESE type Lightning Arrester |
| Maintenance Access | M8*25mm Nut Bolt Assembly with Washers |
| Monitoring | Remote Monitoring with Live Feed |
| Insurance | TATA AIG Insurance Enabled |
⚙️ Engineering & Safety Highlights
The system was engineered with a strong emphasis on industrial reliability, safety, and performance:
✔ Zero-Export device to prevent unintended grid export
✔ ESE type lightning arrester for advanced lightning and surge protection
✔ TATA Power Certified Ground Mounted structure
✔ High-quality M8*25mm Nut Bolt Assembly with Washers and foundation bolts for long-term durability
✔ Remote monitoring system for real-time energy and performance tracking
The design ensures high uptime, safe maintenance, and long service life, critical for high-efficiency food processing environments.
⚡ Performance & Financial Impact
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Specific Generation: ~1300 units per kW per year
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Estimated Annual Generation: ~1.35 Lakh units
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Applicable Grid Tariff: ₹8.5 / unit
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Estimated Annual Savings: ~₹11.5 Lakhs
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Payback Period: ~3 to 4 years
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System Life: 25+ years
The solar plant significantly reduces grid electricity costs and DG fuel consumption, delivering predictable long-term savings for the flour mill.
🌱 Environmental Impact
This 104 kW ground mounted solar installation contributes to:
🌍 ~2,157.19 tons of CO₂ emissions avoided
🌳 ~2,532.48 trees planted (equivalent)
🏭 ~1,069.83 tons of coal burn avoided
🚗 ~8.48 million km of petrol consumption offset
A strong step towards sustainable, energy-efficient flour mill and food processing operations.
