Sona Machinery Promotes Automation in Grain Processing at Expo

Sona Machinery, a listed industry leader in the Food Processing segment, displayed its flagship products used for Rice Milling Operations at the Expo organised in Burdwan, West Bengal

Sona Machinery, the undisputed industry leader and original equipment manufacturer, participated in the 29th International Rice Grain Pro-Tech Expo 2024, held from November 15-17, 2024 at the Kankaleshwari Kalibari Mandir Ground in Burdwan, West Bengal. Recognized as India’s leading technology-driven event for rice, wheat, pulses, poha, peanuts, seeds, and food grain milling machinery, the expo offered an unparalleled platform for visitors to explore the latest advancements in grain milling, sorting, warehousing, and packaging solutions.

Sona Machinery’s showcase drew more than 650+ visitors, where they were given demonstrations on how the new technology products can automate the Rice Milling operations, Produce better quality end-product, Reduce Cost of operations and thereby lead to increment in business profitability. The event was attended by key Rice/Grain Processing players, Industry Leaders and Individuals who intend to establish business in food processing in key Agricultural markets of West Bengal, Jharkhand, Bihar, Assam, Odisha, North-eastern India States, Nepal and Bangladesh. The products on display included its RKB 30A BIS certified Rice Blender; ST4 Rice Silky Polisher; Shel 104 Paddy De-husker, and Huskfan SN which garnered appreciation from one & all the visitors.

Sona Machinery provides a complete range of products for turnkey Rice Milling as well as Solutions for Grain based Distilleries in Unloading & Milling Operations, which include Rotary Drum Cleaners, Grain pre-cleaners, Fine Cleaners, Vibro Screen Cleaners, Stone Separators, Optical Sorter, Flour Sifter, Material Handling Equipment – Bucket Elevators, Conveyors, etc.

Fostering Industry Growth through Technological Advancement

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Vasu Naren, Chairman & Managing Director of Sona Machinery Ltd., emphasized the company's commitment to driving innovation in the Indian agriculture and food processing sectors. He stated, “Our participation in the 29th International Rice Grain Pro-Tech Expo exemplifies our dedication to supporting India’s agricultural ecosystem with cutting-edge, reliable technological solutions. At Sona Machinery, we recognize that the future of agriculture relies heavily on modernizing traditional processes, especially within critical areas like rice and grain milling.” 

Mr. Vasu Naren also highlighted the importance of sustainability and technological advancement in strengthening the agro-processing sector’s overall resilience. "At Sona Machinery, we believe that sustainable technology adoption is key to maximizing agricultural productivity across India. We are committed to creating a robust, tech-driven agro-processing sector that can contribute significantly to India’s agricultural output while supporting broader environmental and economic goals. By providing solutions that enhance operational efficiency and promote responsible resource usage, we aim to support not only business growth but also the long-term viability of the agriculture sector as a whole.”

Through its engagement at the expo, Sona Machinery underscores its strategic mission to lead advancements in rice milling and grain processing technology, fostering a future where India’s agriculture industry can operate with heightened efficiency, profitability, and sustainability.