Proklean, a Chennai-based startup established in 2012, develops, manufactures, and markets products that are non-toxic and biodegradable, for various industrial and household applications. As sustainability in manufacturing gains traction, companies across industries are looking for greener alternatives. However, non-toxic biodegradable chemicals aren’t easy to use. Proklean helps to solve this hurdle in green chemical adoption by offering products that not only reduce the cost of operations but are also safe for users. Proklean products ensure high performance by enhancing quality and improving productivity and profitability by significantly reducing the usage of hazardous chemicals. Their products have an 80% lower carbon footprint compared to conventional products.
History & Journey
Proklean is a technology company creating ‘Green Chemistry’ products to drive a transition in industries and across households. We have developed proprietary and patented technology platforms that allow us to offer non-toxic and biodegradable solutions that help our customers to reduce/replace the use of hazardous chemicals and pollutants. ‘Green Chemistry That Delivers’ is the core message propelling every innovation at Proklean, helping our team redefine what green truly means. With our environment-friendly and affordable products across industries and for household needs, we are setting a new benchmark that challenges greenwashing practices that tout the often superficial image of being environmentally friendly with gentle performance.
Proklean has been instrumental in spearheading the journey towards a clean tomorrow for our customers, who are now successfully bringing down their carbon footprint while enjoying cost savings and increased output. Our vision and mission is to become the most innovative Green Chemistry company globally, make products that are safe, reduce pollution and environmental impact, and conserve precious natural resources, thereby making the earth a better place for future generations.
Industry Segments and Clientele Catered by Proklean
Our range of highly efficient industrial and consumer solutions delivers differentiated output using our sustainable and high-performance products. We serve various B2B industries like leather, textiles, pulp & paper, institutional cleaning, water management, and biosurfactants. We also cater to the B2C demands with our range of home & personal care products. Some of our marquee customers for the paper industry are ITC, TNPL, JK, Westcoast, BGPPL, Kuantum, and SPB.
ProCharta for Pulp and Paper Industry
Proklean technologies has made remarkable progress in promoting sustainability in the pulp and paper industry through its innovative probiotics and biobased products, without compromising cost or performance. Our extensive research has led to the development of the ‘ProCharta’ product line, which offers a sustainable and eco-friendly solution for the pulp and paper industry. The ProCharta range of specialty bio-chemicals is instrumental in reducing the use of cooking, bleaching, and delignification chemicals. Additionally, it minimizes the generation of sulphides and mercaptans during the cooking process while offering eco-friendly alternatives to biocides and hypo in paper machines. This not only results in lower emissions but also enhances profitability, all while contributing to a reduction in the carbon footprint of paper mills.
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Thus ProCharta serves as a sustainable and environmentally friendly gateway for the paper industry, addressing issues related to hazardous chemicals and environmental concerns while optimizing the utilization of water resources within paper mills. By offering a sustainable and biodegradable alternative, ‘ProCharta’ has the potential to positively impact the entire paper industry, enabling it to reduce its environmental footprint and produce high-quality paper through natural means. This initiative aims to drive the paper industry toward cleaner and greener processes by enhancing water conditions and, consequently, the overall environment.
Proklean’s Strategies for Fostering R&D
Proklean’s cutting-edge research and development teams are the driving force behind our green chemistry and sustainability efforts. With our R&D initiatives, we have developed a strong profile with efficient products. In addition, we are constantly innovating to deliver new and improved green products for use in pollutant-heavy industries.
Innovation is the cornerstone of our company, and our research and development (R&D) department serves as our lifeline. Every product that reaches commercialization undergoes thorough research and validation in our state-of-the-art application labs, catering to diverse business verticals. Our R&D is characterized by several key strengths, which include robust R&D capabilities to drive continuous innovation and development, more than 50 product portfolios, 20 scientists (PHDs, engineers) working on innovative solutions for over 10 business verticals, 4 patents globally with several others currently in the process of being patented.
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In line with our aggressive expansion plans, we are thrilled to announce a momentous occasion that marks a significant milestone in our journey – the most awaited inauguration of our new cutting-edge Innovation Center – which we believe will help us grow our product portfolio and venture into newer industry sectors. This state-of-the-art facility is where innovation meets sustainability, and it’s a testament to our commitment to pushing boundaries and shaping a greener, more sustainable future. This innovation center will encompass fundamental microbiology research, state-of-the-art application laboratories, product development facilities, and innovation labs.
The application laboratory is designed to cater to various industries including the textile industry, pulp & paper industry, water management, biosurfactants, institutional cleaning, and consumer range – home cleaning and personal care.
Ongoing & Upcoming Developments
Expanding our product portfolio and reaching new geographical markets is our main objective. We have recently directed our attention towards countries in South-East Asia and West Asia. Furthermore, we have ambitious plans to create new business verticals. Notably, we have achieved noteworthy progress in the development of biosurfactants and water management solutions. Additionally, we are expanding our consumer business segment by introducing a range of environmentally friendly cleaning products for household purposes. These products can be conveniently accessed by consumers through e-commerce platforms like Amazon, BigBasket, and modern retail stores in Chennai.
