In a collaboration with the Indian Space Research Organisation, Keltron has unveiled a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility for supercapacitors in Kannur. This marks a stride forward in energy storage technology, signifying India’s leading position in the development of next-generation capacitor technology.
Keltron (Kerala State Electronics Development Corporation Limited) is one of the pioneering electronics companies in India, established in 1973. With its headquarters in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, Keltron has been at the forefront of electronics manufacturing and development, contributing significantly to the growth of the electronics industry in the country.
The company offers a wide range of products and services, including electronic components, equipment, and systems for various sectors such as power, infrastructure, healthcare, and education. Keltron is known for its innovation and quality, catering to the diverse needs of its clients both in India and abroad.
With a substantial investment of Rs 42 crore, this supercapacitor manufacturing facility is poised to revolutionize energy storage, offering unmatched capabilities and cementing India’s status as a key player in the global arena of advanced capacitor technology.
The initial phase of the project, which required an investment of Rs 18 crore, incorporates cutting-edge infrastructure designed to manufacture 2,100 capacitors per day. The commencement ceremony was graced by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan in February 2021, who expressed optimism about the project’s future success.
He envisaged significant expansion and predicted that the project would achieve an annual turnover of Rs 22 crore, with a profit margin of Rs 2.72 crore, within a span of four years. After the second phase is completed, the facility is targeting an annual production of 1.8 million capacitors, with an expected yearly profit of Rs 14 crore.
Supercapacitors, boasting storage capacities a hundred times greater than electrolytic capacitors, are poised to transform industries such as automation, renewable energy, space technology, and defence. Keltron, marking its 50th anniversary, is broadening its product lineup, which includes over 100 distinct electronic components, equipment, and systems for a variety of applications in communications, defence, industry, and households.
