Hindustan Zinc unveils extensive metal portfolio at Auto Conclave in Delhi

By OEM Update Editorial July 3, 2024 6:22 pm IST

Hindustan Zinc participated in the 4^th ACMA Automotive Raw Material Conclave & Exhibition Non-Ferrous Metals & Alloys and showcased its zinc, lead, silver and value-added products portfolio.

Hindustan Zinc Limited, India’s largest and the world’s second-largest zinc producer, showcased its extensive product offerings for the automotive sector at the 4th Automotive Component Manufacturers Association (ACMA) Raw Material Conclave & Exhibition. The company presented its portfolio, including zinc, lead, silver, and value-added products, highlighting the benefits of zinc galvanization and zinc die-casting alloys in the automotive industry. Hindustan Zinc is recognised as the world’s most sustainable metals company as per S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment.

Zinc’s usage in the automotive sector, through galvanized steel, offers significant fuel and emission savings by providing a high degree of corrosion resistance to lightweight steel bodies (BIW or Body-In-White), ensuring durable, long-lasting vehicles with longer anti-perforation warranty against corrosion. Lead is vital for automotive batteries, components, radiation shielding, and providing reliability and safety. Silver enhances conductivity and efficiency in automotive electronics, including switches and relays. The company’s value-added zinc-based alloys, Hindustan Zinc Die Casting Alloys (HZDA 3 & HZDA 5), provide higher strength, electrical conductivity, corrosion resistance, and dimensional tolerance to automobiles. As the auto industry transforms with localisation, electrification and stricter emissions regulations, domestically produced zinc, lead, and silver present sustainable, high-performance solutions for the future.

Hindustan Zinc has been a long-time upstream partner to the auto industry, providing a diverse metal portfolio for various applications, from car bodies to batteries, chips, additional accessories, and most importantly corrosion-resistant components. The company’s comprehensive portfolio of value-added zinc products are tailored for the Indian automotive sector, providing cost-effective solutions that meet performance, speed, and safety requirements without compromising on quality.

At ACMA’s conclave on ‘Automotive Raw Material – Non-Ferrous Metals & Alloys,’ top executives from key players in the auto and auto components industries participated. Vijay Murthy, Chief Marketing & Sales Officer at Hindustan Zinc, spoke about the importance of zinc galvanization (applying a layer of zinc on a steel body to protect it from corrosion) and zinc-based alloys in creating stronger, more formable, and sustainable auto bodies.

“As the automotive industry transforms, zinc stands out as a sustainable solution for the challenges of tomorrow. We’re committed to collaborating with Indian automakers to unlock zinc’s potential and propel India’s mobility future forward. Our zinc solutions are not only cost-effective and adaptable for complex designs but also environmentally responsible, making zinc a key material for a cleaner and more sustainable tomorrow,” said Arun Misra, CEO of Hindustan Zinc. 

Hindustan Zinc is focused on a ‘customer-first’ approach to product innovation. The company’s Customer Technical Services team works closely with customers to provide a seamless experience. Committed to providing topmost quality products, the company’s zinc and lead products are the first in the country to be verified by the Environmental Product Declaration (EPD), along with ISO and BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) certifications for quality. Additionally, the company also has REACH certification for exporting its products to Europe. 

Zinc alloys allow for the creation of complex shapes and intricate designs, ideal for casting complex components. Towards this end, the company’s Centre of Excellence develops products to serve emerging customer needs as per their specifications. Hindustan Zinc’s product solutions can empower automakers to manufacture lighter, more fuel-efficient vehicles with superior safety features, all while contributing to a sustainable future.