Activities & Events

Industrial Visit to Palakkad

In this insightful report, we embark on a practical journey through the operational intricacies of Metro Lite Roofing Sheet Pvt Ltd at KINFRA Park Palakkad. Tailored for 1st and 2nd-semester 16 postgraduate students and facilitated by the expertise of Ms.  Mini Alias and Ms. Sinimol P S,Assistant professors, Department of Commerce.. Focused on the profiling process and hands-on inventory management, our aim is to bridge the gap between classroom knowledge and real-world application. As we navigate the daily workings of this industry player, students and faculty alike will gain a pragmatic understanding of how theoretical concepts manifest in practical, industry-driven scenarios, enriching the learning experience for all involved.
ABOUT THE COMPANY PROFILE
Registered in 2014 ,India Metrolite Roofing Pvt. Ltd. has gained immense expertise in supplying & trading of Clay tiles, roofing sheet, GI roofing sheet, gi windows etc. The supplier company is located in Palakkad, Kerala and is one of the leading sellers of listed products. 
COMPANY OVERVIEW
CIN -  U28100KL2014TTC037037
Company Name - METROLITE ROOFING PRIVATE LIMITED 
RoC - RoC-Eranakulam
Registration Number - 37037
Company Sub Category - Non-govt company 
Date of incorporation -  O7 August 2014
Type of product - Roofing sheet
Active - Manufacture of structural metal products,tanks,reservoirs and steam generators

ABOUT THE STUDY AND PROCESSING OF PLANT
JSW has different sheet production colour on plus,prakathi plus,silver on plus and Asiano. The top quality product produced by JSW is colour on plus which provided 15 year warranty. The basic material for the production is steel and the galvanium is used along steel for extra protection from damage.Galvanium is the mixture of aluminum and zinc. The steel is in the coil form  width of 4 feet, after the profiling process it is reduced to 3.6 feet. There are mainly 2 type sheet trefod sheet and gladding sheets. Trefod sheet are 6 rib sheets. They are strongest among another type of sheets . Gladding sheets it is also known as side installation sheet.s Gladding sheets are produced on 3 ribs, 14, 21and 23. 
STEPS FOR MAKING
Step-1- Procurement of profiling 
 It is the process of acquiring galvanium as a raw material for profiling  Process.
Step-2- Profiling
Next step is the process of profiling. The galvaniumis passes through wall forming machine for acquiring the layered shape for the roofing sheet.
CONCLUSION
The industrial visit to Metrolite Roofing Private Ltd in Palakkad was a valuable and informative experience. We had the opportunity to witness first-hand the production processes and innovative technologies used in the manufacturing of roofing materials. The company's commitment to quality, sustainability, and safety standards was evident throughout the visit. This trip provided us with practical insights into the roofing industry and the importance of sustainable practices. We appreciate the warm hospitality extended by the company's staff and management, which made our visit both educational and enjoyable. This experience will undoubtedly benefit us in our academic and professional pursuits in the future.