Chlor-alkali manufacturer scaling ML and process optimization across India's chemical production
DCM Shriram Chemicals operates two state-of-the-art chlor-alkali plants and supplies core chemicals to 73 countries. The tech stack reveals a shift toward data-driven operations: Python, scikit-learn, XGBoost, and Azure ML sit alongside SCADA, PLC, and process simulation tools (Aspen Plus, HYSYS), indicating active development of yield prediction and process optimization models. Engineering-focused hiring (4 engineering, 1 data role) and projects centered on model deployment suggest the company is moving from traditional plant operations toward predictive analytics for downtime prevention and safety compliance.
DCM Shriram Chemicals is India's second-largest chlor-alkali manufacturer, headquartered in New Delhi and operating production facilities in Bharuch and Kota. The company produces caustic soda, chlorine, hydrogen, and hydrochloric acid—inputs for textiles, pharmaceuticals, water treatment, and food processing industries across a 73-country export footprint. Founded in 1990 and publicly listed, the company employs 501–1,000 staff. Core operational challenges center on energy efficiency, unplanned downtime, and safety compliance (PSM program effectiveness); the company is addressing these through yield prediction models, process optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives tied to instrumentation upgrades and capital projects.
Python, Pandas, scikit-learn, XGBoost, Pyomo, Azure ML, SageMaker, SCADA, PLC, OPC UA, Aspen Plus, HYSYS, SAP. The stack combines data-science tools with process simulation and industrial control systems.
73 countries worldwide. Core products (caustic soda, chlorine, hydrogen, hydrochloric acid) serve textiles, pharmaceuticals, water treatment, and food processing globally.
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