Chennai, Jan 18 (FN Agency) The CSIR-Structural Engineering Research Centre (CSIR-SERC), a premier national laboratory under CSIR, has successfully transferred three innovative technologies to Industry partners. The three technologies are the “Emergency Retrieval System” (ERS), the “High Velocity Multi-Hit Resistant Movable Protective Booth/Shack for Security Personnel,” and the “Portable Lightweight Foldable Module for Make-Shift Hospitals (PoliTal-M)”, a PIB release here on Saturdaysaid. The technologies were transferred to M/s. Hi-Tech Systems and Services Limited., Kolkata, andM/s. Hemagni Build-Pro Industries Private Limited., Hosur, during the inaugural function of the Innovation Complex in Mumbai.
The event was attended by esteemed dignitaries, Dr. N. Kalaiselvi, DG, CSIR, Dr V K Saraswat,and Dr VK Paul, Members of NITI Aayog, Dr Ram A Vishwakarma Distinguished Scientist.Union Minister of State for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences Dr. Jitendra Singh participated via video-conferencing. The technology transfer agreement of ERS was signed by Dr. N. Anandavalli, Director, CSIR-SERC, with Mr. Bibhu Ranjan Parida from M/s. Hi-Tech Systems and Services and the Security Booth and PoliTal-M with Mr. Subramani Reddy G from M/s. Hemagni Build-Pro Industries. The inventor of ERS technology Dr. R.P. Rokade, Senior Principal Scientist participated in the event.This achievement signifies a major step forward in delivering cutting-edge solutions to enhance safety, mobility, and emergency response capabilities in critical sectors.
On Emergency Retrieval System, it said it is an indigenous ERS technology for power lines, which allows for the quick restoration of power transmission in the event of a transmission line tower failure.The technology creates a bypass corridor, ensuring temporary power restoration while permanent repairs are made in the main corridor. On the key features of ERS, it said it stands out for its unique design, featuring lightweight modules connected via an innovative system and supported by a novel two-pin gimbal joint and an easily constructible foundation; this scalable system is designed for transmission lines ranging from 33 to 800 KV, making it the first of its kind in India; aligned with the ‘Make in India’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiatives, the ERS promotes self-reliance and innovation. Additionally, it serves as an import substitute, contributing to reduced dependency on foreign technologies and this this indigenous development has led to the filing of two patents, both in India and internationally.