At Sunflag Steel, we take pride in engineering excellence that meets the evolving needs of our customers across critical industries. We were recently honoured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) at the Seminar on Advanced Metallic Materials for Aircraft & Engines, held in Bengaluru, for our outstanding contribution in developing and manufacturing Super Alloy Steels for aerospace applications.
This recognition reflects not only our dedication to innovation and indigenisation but also our promise to deliver consistent quality, performance, and reliability to our valued customers. As we advance, we remain committed to supporting India’s journey toward self-reliance with world-class steel solutions.
Sunflag Steel continues to set new benchmarks for excellence and innovation, emerging victorious at the prestigious 35th Chapter Convention on Quality Concepts 2024 (CCQC-2024), organized by the QCFI Nagpur Chapter. Our teams shone brightly in multiple categories, claiming numerous accolades, including the coveted Super Gold and Gold Awards in Kaizen, Quality Circle, Knowledge Test, and several other competitive events.
Out of the six teams representing Sunflag, five teams earned the Super Gold Award, while one team secured the Gold Award, marking an outstanding display of teamwork, dedication, and skill. One of our teams also won the prestigious Low-Cost Automation Award, exemplifying our innovative spirit and problem-solving expertise, even under constraints.
The competition featured a variety of categories, from technical presentations to creative contests such as essays, poems, and slogans. Sunflag employees also took home individual honors for their contributions, further highlighting the incredible talent and creativity within our organization.
The CCQC competitions focus on promoting quality improvement methodologies like Kaizen, Lean, and Six Sigma, inspiring organizations to embrace continuous improvement across all levels. Sunflag Steel’s exceptional performance underscores our commitment to these principles and reinforces our forward-thinking approach to business excellence.
As we celebrate these remarkable achievements, Sunflag Steel remains committed to pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving success in both national and global markets.
Sunflag Steel is thrilled to announce the signing of a landmark contract with Boeing for the qualification of aerospace steel. This momentous event, witnessed by esteemed industry leaders Pranav Bhardwaj, Thejo Vardhan Malepati, Ashwani Bhargava, Mohandas Pillai, Patrick Greiner, Joey Prosser, and Jake Impey, marks a significant milestone in our journey.
This collaboration represents a new era for Sunflag Steel, underscoring our commitment to excellence, innovation, and the highest industry standards. Partnering with Boeing, a global aerospace giant, we are poised to contribute to groundbreaking advancements in aerospace engineering.
We look forward to a successful partnership that will not only enhance our capabilities but also set new benchmarks for quality and performance in the aerospace industry. Together, we aim to push the boundaries and achieve remarkable feats, paving the way for future innovations.
Sunflag Steel recently organized an informative event on cybercrime and security at Sunflag School. The event was graced by esteemed guests, including Mr. Lohit Matani (IPS), SP of Bhandara, and Mr. Ishwar Katkhade (DSP) of Bhandara, alongside our dedicated management committee members.
The event’s highlight was a compelling address by SP Mr. Lohit Matani, who provided an in-depth understanding of the newly implemented laws related to cybercrime. His insightful talk educated students, parents, faculty, and Sunflag employees about the importance of cybersecurity and the serious legal implications of cybercrime.
Mr. Matani emphasized the necessity of being vigilant in the digital age and the critical steps to protect personal and organizational data.
At Sunflag Steel, we are committed to promoting cybersecurity awareness and ensuring our community is well-informed and prepared to face the challenges of the digital world. This event underscores our dedication to fostering a secure and knowledgeable community.
On June 21, 2024, Sunflag Steel enthusiastically celebrated International
Yoga Day by conducting a special "Office Yoga" session for our employees. This
engaging event was thoughtfully designed to promote both physical well-being and
mental tranquility right in the workplace, highlighting the importance of maintaining
a healthy balance in our fast-paced professional lives.
Our team members eagerly gathered to participate in guided yoga practices, led by
experienced instructors who tailored the session to suit all levels of fitness and
experience. The session included a variety of yoga postures, breathing exercises, and
mindfulness techniques, aimed at reducing stress, enhancing concentration, and
improving overall health. This initiative fostered a sense of unity among our
employees, as they collectively embraced the benefits of yoga.
The "Office Yoga" session not only provided immediate physical and mental benefits
but also served as a reminder of the importance of integrating wellness practices
into our daily routines. By supporting and encouraging a healthy lifestyle through
such initiatives, Sunflag Steel reinforces our commitment to the holistic well-being of
our employees. We believe that a healthy and happy workforce is essential for
achieving both personal and professional success.
Through events like these, we aim to create a positive and supportive work
environment that nurtures the mind, body, and spirit of our team members. Sunflag
Steel is proud to champion the cause of health and wellness, ensuring that our
employees have the resources and opportunities they need to thrive both at work
and in their personal lives.
On June 5th, World Environment Day, Sunflag Steel celebrated by organizing a Tree Plantation program and proudly unveiling our Miyawaki Mini Forest in Bhandara. This significant event was graced by the presence of Mr. Lohit Matani (IPS), the SP of Bhandara, who officially inaugurated the forest. Numerous dedicated employees of Sunflag Steel participated in this initiative, demonstrating their commitment to improving the environment by planting trees.
The Miyawaki Forest offers a range of remarkable benefits. It allows for approximately three times more trees to be planted in the same area compared to traditional methods. Additionally, it supports at least 300% more species in the same space, fostering greater biodiversity. The Miyawaki method also provides a substantial 3000% increase in noise and dust reduction, creating a cleaner and quieter environment.
One of the most significant advantages of the Miyawaki Forest is its ability to absorb up to 30 times more CO2 compared to conventional plantations, which plays a crucial role in combating climate change. Moreover, this type of forest is maintenance-free and chemical fertilizer-free, ensuring that it sustains itself naturally while supporting local biodiversity. The Miyawaki Forest not only enhances the ecological health of the area but also beautifies the landscape, making the environment more enjoyable for everyone.
Sunflag Steel is proud to contribute to a greener and healthier planet through the Miyawaki Mini Forest initiative, reflecting our ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability and community well-being.
Sunflag Steel has been honored with the ‘Best in Class for Raw Material
Quality & Delivery’ award at the NEI Supplier Conference. This esteemed event, held
in Jaipur on March 22, 2024, brought together leading industry suppliers to celebrate
outstanding achievements and innovation.
Receiving this accolade is a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence
in raw material quality and timely delivery. It highlights our dedication to
maintaining the highest standards and consistently delivering superior products to
our valued clients.
This achievement would not have been possible without the hard work and
dedication of our incredible team. Their relentless pursuit of quality and efficiency
has been instrumental in earning this recognition. We extend our heartfelt thanks to
each member of the Sunflag Steel family for their invaluable contributions.
As we celebrate this milestone, we remain committed to upholding our standards of
excellence and continuing to drive innovation in the steel industry. Thank you to NEI
for this honor, and to our clients and partners for their ongoing support.
ECT For Bars
Automatic bar feeding system
Automatic marking and sorting of defective bars during testing
Size range: 6 to 60 mm
Inspection of Longitudinal / Circular Surface defects
Detectability of ECT: 0.05mm depth flaw with length 5mm I Detectability of ECT: 0.05mm depth flaw with length 5mm
Reliable and reproducible test results I Reliable and reproducible test results
High production speed
Acceptance Criteria
Minimum defect depth and length (FBH)
0.7 mm FBH from 15—60 mm dia
1.2 mm FBH above 60 dia
Minimum defect depth and length (SDH)
0.5 mm x 10 mm {from 15—120 mm dia)
0.3 mm SDH sensitivity can deduced by extrapolation depending on material SNR.
Phased Array Auto Ultrasonic Testing Salient Features
Phased Array Technology
Phased Array testing is a specialized type of ultrasonic testing that uses sophisticated multi- element array transducers and powerful instrumentation/software to steer ultrasonic beams through the test piece and map returning echoes.
No rotating movement, only electronic scanning is done:
Depth focalization for bar volume inspection (LW)
Electronic steering for bar surface inspection (SW)
Quality Highlights:
Capacity — 15 to 120 mm dia. Full bar volume inspection
Sunflag R&D Lab Is Equipped With Following State Of The Art Equipment
Scanning Electron Microscope with Energy Dispersive X—Ray Spectroscope (SEM—EDS) of Make — JOEL
Immersion Ultrasonic Testing Facility of Make — Olympus / Blue Star
Optical Microscope with Automatic Multiaxis stage Movement and Image Analysis software
Micro—hardness tester
Ferritometer
NABL Certified Testing Lab
R & D Centre Recognised DSIR Government of India
Scanning Electron
Microscope With Eds
Key Function
– Microstructure analysis – Quantitative 8L qualitative Analysis of Inclusions