he main raw material for Ammonia is Naphtha and Associated Gas.

Applications

In the manufacture of Explosives Ammonium Nitrate and Nitrite, Nitroglycerine, Tri-Nitrotoluene, Nitrocellulose and other Nitrogen Compounds used in the manufacture of Explosives.
Manufacture of chemicals like Methylamines, Monoethylamine, Melamine, Amino-Resins, Cynamides, Fertilizers, Petrochemical Products, etc.• As a refrigerant in both compression and absorption system. Certain characteristics of Ammonia such as high latent heat, low vapour density, chemical stability, low corrosion to iron parts promote its use in large industrial installations.
In Pulp and Paper Industry For pulping of wood and as a dispersant for casin in the coating of paper industry.
In the Metal Industry For retaining of scrap metal. In the extraction of certain metals e.g. copper, nickel, molybdenum and tungsten from their ores. In metal treating where cracked ammonia is used as a reducing atmosphere for the bright annealing of stainless steels, nickel and its alloys for reduction of metal oxides.
Nitriding of steel for case-hardening.
As a corrosion inhibitor at petroleum refineries and natural gas plant and to neutralise the acid constituents of oil, thereby protecting refinery equipment.
In the Rubber Industry For the stabilization of natural rubber and synthetic latex to prevent coagulation during transportation and storage.
In Food and Beverages industries As a source of Nitrogen required for the growth of yeast and micro-organisms. Also to include pH control in the yeast production. As ammoniating agent for glycerizing, extractant, for bitter principles and source of Nitrogen for ruminant feeding when properly mixed with molasses.
In Leather Industries As airing agent in making leather and as a slime and mould in preventing tanning liquors, in the manufacture of Moth-proofing and other protective agents for furs and hides.
Synthetic drugs manufacture In the manufacture of pharmaceuticals such as Sulfanilamide, Sulfathiazole, Sulfapyrridine and other Sulfadrugs. Antibacterial Agents, Vitamins, Antimalarials, Methionine and other Aminoacids and of Denitrifrices, Lotions and Cosmetics.
In the manufacture of household Ammonia Detergents and Cleansers.
In combination with chlorine to purify industrial and municipal water supplies and as an Oxygen Scavanger in treating and boiler feed water.
Ammonia blue printing
In production of Nitrogen Dioxide required for converting Sulphur Dioxide in lead chamber process for manufacturing Sulphuric Acid.
In Alkali Industry in the production of Soda-Ash (Solvay Process).
In the manufacture of Caprolactam, Urea etc.
In the manufacture of Rocket Fuels.
In the manufacture of Nitric Acid, Liquor Ammonia.
In the manufacture of numerous organic and inorganic chemicals such as Cyanides, Amides, Nitrites and Dye Intermediates.

   
Packing

GSFC has facility to fill up large Rail Tanker Wagons and Road Tankers.

GSFC has Air Separation Unit with a capacity to manufacture 3.2 million NM3 per year Argon Gas.

Applications
      
Inert gas shield in arc welding.
Welding and cutting of Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Titanium etc. mainly to create an inert zone.
In electronics, lamp and valve manufacture.
In metal refining, treatment and brazing.
In degassing of ferrous and non-ferrous alloys.
Vacuum Spectrometry.
A.O.D. process for stainless steel manufacture.
Heat treatment of reactive metals and alloys.
Refining of copper.
Geiger counting tubes.
Flushing molten metals to eliminate porosity.
Aircraft and missile industries.
Titanium and Zirconium refining.
Laboratory and research medical application.
Nuclear applications - for creating inert atmosphere in the manufacture of rare and semi-rare metals.
Cryogenics and refrigeration.
Brazing and soldering.
Gas Chromatography and Gas Analysis.
Its use as inert gas or atmosphere in miscellaneous applications is growing as fast as new production can take care of the demand.
      
Packing
Argon is available in buyer`s cryogenic road tankers.
 

GSFC has two Caprolactam Plants having rated capacities of 20000 TPA and 50000 TPA. The main raw materials are Benzene, Oleum, Ammonia, Carbon dioxide, Synthesis Gas, Sulphur dioxide, Caustic soda and Sulphuric acid.

Applications

Caprolactam is a base material for manufacture of Nylon-6. Its applications are in the manufacture of

Nylon-6 fibres for textile and tyre cord.
Moulding engineering components and other extrusion profiles.
Monomer castings.

Packing

25 Kg net sealed in low density polythylene inner bag with high density polythylene lined craft paper as outer cover.

GSFC has two Melamine Plants having rated capacities of 5000 TPA and 10000 TPA. The main raw material is Urea.

GUJALAMINE is the trade name of Melamine pure chemical powder being manufactured by GSFC. Melamine is always reacted with formaldehyde and then made into resins or moulding powder for making innumerable products of beauty and utility.

Properties
Melamine powder is tasteless, odourless and non-toxic. Melamine formaldehyde resins used for laminates offer good hardness, resistance to scratch, stain, water and heat. Laminates used in some industrial electrical applications possess high mechanical strength, good heat resistance and good electrical insulating properties.

Asbestos filled Melamine resins possess very high dielectric strength and high heat resistance. Besides the best dimensional stability, Melamine Formaldehyde moulding powder gives clear and bright colours, is easily mouldable and offers resistance to surface scratching.
      
Applications
      
Laminates
For table tops, kitchen shelves, platforms, wall cladding, bus bodies, interior  of  railway  coaches,  counters, deckings, instrument panels.
Consumer Moulded Goods
Bowls, trays, spatulas, mixer's  base,  crockery,  cutlery  items, launderable buttons, lamp shades.
Industrial Moulded Goods
Circuit  breakers,  television   tube   support,   automotive  ignition  components,  washing  machine,  agitators,  soda fountain parts, switch gears,  switch  housings, connector  plus inserts, wattmeter terminal block, junction boxes, fuse carriers, plating tanks.
Treatment Resin for Paper
For currencies, toilet paper, facial tissues, shopping and shipping bags, map papers, food wrappers, photographic paper.
Resin for Lacquer Paints
For motorcars, refrigerator cabinets, washing machines, kitchen equipment, typewriters, water heaters.
Adhesives
Melamine adhesives from Melamine resins are extra strong, extra tough, highly water resistant and colourless (veneered doors).
Melamine Resin for Textile Auxiliaries
For providing anti-crease treatment to cotton and other fabrics.
Leather Chemical
MF resins act as pre-tanning agents.
      
Packing
In 25 Kg. multiwall craft paper bag.

GSFC has production capacity of 525 MTPD of Methanol. The product conforms to the highest purity grade of 'US Federal AA'.

Major Applications
      
Formaldehyde
Acetic Acid
MTBE etc
Pharmaceuticals
DMT
MTBE/TAME
Di Methyl Amines
Acetic Acid
Chloromethane
Methyl Amines
Others
      
Packing
Sold in carbon steel tankers

GSFC has total installed capacity of 4450 MTPA (MEKO-I : 1200 MTPA and MEKO – II : 3250 MTPA) of MEK Oxime The main raw materials for MEK Oxime are MEK, Ammonia and HX Sulphate. The technology is developed by GSFC`s Research Centre.

Applications
MEK Oxime is an essential additive for the paint, varnish and printing ink industries. It is an ideal anti-skinning agent.
   
Packing
25Kg. HDPE Carboys. and 190 Kgs zinc galvanised mild steel drums

GSFC has the largest capacity Engg. Plastic Nylon-6 Plant in the country with a rated capacity of 7,000 MT. The main raw material for Nylon-6 is Caprolactam which is available from captive capacity.

Gujlon is the registered trade name of Nylon-6 chips manufactured by GSFC. Nylon-6 is tough, lightweight, abrasion resistant, shock resistant, corrosion resistant, heat resistant with higher melting point, low specific gravity, electrical insulation property and dimensional stability.

It requires no lubrication and can be machined and finished in ways similar to metals. This versatile plastic is available in general purpose injection moulding grades, glass fibre reinforced grade, plasticised grade and extrusion grades to suit diverse applications.
   
Applications

Precision engineering components.
Components for textile machinery, railway, defense and automobile industries.
Components for electrical and electronic industries.
Components for appliances and consumer goods.
Film for packaging of food stuffs, vegetable oils.
Monofilaments, rods and pipes, profiles and strappings.
Components for hardware, building and furniture industries.

Packing
25 Kg. net sealed in inner LDPE bags and outer BOPP metalized / HDPE laminated paper bags.

GSFC has SO2 Oleum Plant with a rated capacity of 28,000 TPA.. The raw material for Oleum is Sulphur.

Applications
Dyestuff Industries
Detergent Industries
As a whitening agent in Paper Industry
Petrochemical Products
   
Packing
Oleum 23% is made available in Customer’s mild steel road tankers.

GSFC has got two Sulphuric Acid Plants with a rated capacity of 1350 MTPD & 400 MTPD. The main raw material for Sulphuric Acid is Sulphur which is imported.

Applications
It has various uses in the following fields :
Fertilizers
Rayon
Steel Industry
Refineries
Petrochemicals
Paints
Textiles
For the production of Hydrochloric Acid, Phosphoric    Acid, Boric Acid
Synthetic Detergents
Aviation Gasoline
Laboratory Reagents
Dyestuffs
Dairy Industries
   
Packing
Sulphuric Acid is made available in Customer`s Mild Steel Road Tankers.

GUJACH (Acetone Cyanohydrine) a colourless liquid, highly toxic and hazardous which can cause damage to human life. Its poisoning symptoms in case of absorption through skin come slower than those of HCN.

Applications

Preparation of methacrylic acid and its esters.
To prepare ethyl hydroxy-isobuty rate a pharmaceutical intermediate.
For manufacture of azobisisobutyro-nitrile (AIBN) a very useful catalyst for vinyl polymerization.
ACH can be hydrogenerated in methanolic acetate acid in the presence of cobalt or silica gel to give predominantly -B-hydroxy- Isobuty/amine with liquid - secondary and tertiary amine by products.

   
Packing
185 kgs. HM-HDPE barrels.

Cyclohexanone - Cyclohexanol Mixture (Anone - Anol Mixture) is an intermediate product of the Caprolactam Plant.
 

Applications

. Most important use is as an intermediate in the production of Adipic Acid which can be employed in the manufacture of Nylon-6,6 a polymer of adipic acid and hexamethylenediamine.
. It is also used as an intermediate in the production of Caprolactam, (CH2)5CONH, which has its application in the manufacture of Nylon-6 polymer.
. Another major use is in manufacture of ester for the use of plasticizers like Cyclohexyl and Di-cyclohexyl phthalates.
. Used as stabilizers for soaps and synthetic detergents and emulsions.
. Used as dye solvent and kierbelling assistant for textile industry.
. Used as solvent in paint, varnish and other chemical industries.

   
Packing
Mild steel drums of capacity of 200 litres or in customer's mild steel road tankers.

Cyclohexane(C6H12) is one of the intermediate products of the Caprolactam Plant.

Applications

. Cyclohexane is used as a solvent for resin, paint and varnish and for extraction of essential oils.
. As an intermediate in the manufacture of Caprolactam.
. Pharmaceuticals

   
Packing
  Sold in customers mild steel drums of capacity of 200 ltrs. provided by customers mild steel road tankers

CYCLOHEXANONE (C6H10O) is an intermediate product of the Caprolactam Plant.

Applications

. Most important use is as a chemical intermediate in the production of Adipic Acid and in the manufacture of Caprolactam.
. It is also used as solvent and thinners for lacquers, especially those containing nitrocellulose or vinyl chloride polymer and copolymer resins including polyvinyl chloride and methacrylate ester polymers.
. It is excellent solvent for DDT and organic phosphorus insecticides and pesticides.
. It is used as a sludge solvent in oil for piston type aircraft lubrication.

Packing
Anone is sold in customers Mild steel drums of 200 litre capacity, whereas the bulk Anone is sold in MS road tankers of about 10 MT or higher capacity.

Hydroxylamine Sulphate (NH2OH)2 H2SO4 is one of the intermediate products of the Caprolactam Plant.

Applications

. The major use is in its reaction with organic compounds to produce derivatives such as Oximes which may be intermediates in the production of materials such as Nylon-6. The oximes may also be used as anti-oxidants, stabilizers and anti-skinning agents in inks and paints.
. As reducing agents in photographic processes, dyeing, synthetic fibres and purification of a number of water-soluble products.

   
Packing
High density polyethylene Carboys.

GUJMET (Methacrylic Acid) a colourless liquid with a pungent odour. A highly corrosive acid which can cause serious burns of the skin and eyes.
   
Applications

. Textile Processing - Sizing
. Leather technology - Binder, tanning agent
. Ion-exchange resins - Water treatment
. Cosmetics - Thickening agent, Suspending agent.
. Oil-well Drilling - Drilling-mud additive, anti-caking agent.
. Industrial-waste treatments - Suspending agent, flocculating agent.
. Paper Industry - Filler-retention aid.
. Transportation - Skid-proof tyres.
. Rubber technology - Creaming of latex.
. Agriculture - Soil conditioners.
. Others - Coating, adhesive.

   
Packing
200 kg. HM-HDPE barrels

GUJMER (Methyl Methacrylate Monomer) a clear/colourless liquid, is the ester of Methacrylic Acid.

Applications

. Semi-finished products like rods, tubes and sheets
. Moulding and extrusion resins
. Dental Prosthesis
. Paints , Adhesives , Lacquers, Enamels and water proofing agent.
. Textile Auxiliaries and sizing materials
. Leather finishing resins
. Polymer impregnated concrete
. PVC modifiers
. Addivite for lubricating and industrial oils

Packing

190 Kg. HM-HDPE Barrels

Nitric Acid (HNO3) is a co-product in Caprolactam manufacturing process with annual capacity of 8300 MT.
   
Applications

. Used in manufacturing of Sodium Nitrate & Potassium Nitrate.
. Manufacture of Dyestuff & dye intermediates
. Preparation of Nitrocompounds.

   
Packing

Customer's stainless steel road tankers.

GUJNYL is the trade name of Nylon filament yarn manufactured by GSFC`s Fibre unit having rated capacity of 6000 TPA. The process know how is from M/s LURGI GmbH, Germany, world renowned for technology of the synthetic fibres. 

The spinning machines are from M/s BARMAG, Germany and hence the quality of the products is of international standards. The plant has versatility to manufacture NYLON - POY that is Partially Oriented Yarn, HSO - High Speed Only besides the conventional flat yarn.
  
Applications

. FOR CRIMPING POY - 55 SD, 55 FD 80 SD , 115 SD, 124 SD, 220 SD
. FOR WEAVING & KNITTING 20 MONO SD ,20 MONO BRT, 44 FLAT SD , 44 FLAT FD, 90 FLAT BRT ,111 FLAT SD,111 FLAT BRT
. FOR FISHNETS 210 FDY BRT,210 FLAT BRT

   
Packing

Corrugated cartons

GUJPOL-P is the registered trade mark of Acrylic Moulding Pellets. GUJPOL-P is Polymethyl Methacrylate thermoplastic in form of pellets (it is also available in bead form-minute spherical beads)

Applications

. Automobiles Tail lamps, lenses, dash board, crystals instrument covers etc.
. Optical Camera viewing lenses, personal lenses, magnifying lenses & goggles.
. Electric / Electronic Appliances Radiodials , Audio- video windows and channel covers and mixi/juicer jars and bowls, microware oven doors etc.
. General Gift and novelty items etc.
. Light absorption; Minimum in clear transparent sheets.
The outstanding characteristics of Gujpol-P are
. Crystal clear transparency.
. Distinctive resistance to ageing and outdoor weathering. 
. Attractive gloss both in colourless and coloured articles.
. Excellent resistance to impact, dimensional change, heat and most chemicals.
. Absence of odour and taste.
. Easy and accurate mouldability even for complex shapes.

   
Packing
Packed in 25kg. air tight bags with thick LDPE lines.

GUJPOL-S is the trade name of Acrylic sheets manufactured by GSFC. GUJPOL-S sheets are manufactured from virgin MMA by cell casting process the best optical properties among all transparent plastics. GUJPOL-S has an excellent resistance to the effect of long exposure to sunlight, heat and weather

Applications

.  Light fitting and fixtures
.  Street light covers
.  Sanitary articles
.  Sigh-boards and novelties
.  Helicopter canopies and other defence items
   
 

 The outstanding features of Gujpol-S sheets are
.  Light in weight; It has only half the weight of glass.
.  Weather resistance; Longer period of resistance to sunlight and other weather conditions.
.  Light absorption; Minimum in clear transparent sheets.
.  Wide range; Transparent, translucent and opaque colours.
.  High surface gloss.
.  Easy formability and machinability.
.  Low thermal conductivity; Almost equivalent to phenolics and only one sixth that of glass.
.  Resistance to a wide range of chemicals insoluble in most inorganic chemicals but dissolves in ketones, esters, aromatic hydro carbons, chlorinated solvent etc.

   
Packing
GUJPOL-S well masked with craft paper on both side and packed in standard packing in thick corrugated paper and bundled with straps

GUJPOL-S is the trade name of Acrylic sheets manufactured by GSFC. GUJPOL-S sheets are manufactured from virgin MMA by cell casting process the best optical properties among all transparent plastics. GUJPOL-S has an excellent resistance to the effect of long exposure to sunlight, heat and weather

Applications
.  Light fitting and fixtures
.  Street light covers
.  Sanitary articles
.  Sigh-boards and novelties
.  Helicopter canopies and other defence items

The outstanding features of Gujpol-S sheets are
.  Light in weight; It has only half the weight of glass.
.  Weather resistance; Longer period of resistance to sunlight and other weather conditions.
.  Light absorption; Minimum in clear transparent sheets.
.  Wide range; Transparent, translucent and opaque colours.
.  High surface gloss.
.  Easy formability and machinability.
.  Low thermal conductivity; Almost equivalent to phenolics and only one sixth that of glass.
.  Resistance to a wide range of chemicals insoluble in most inorganic chemicals but dissolves in ketones, esters, aromatic hydro carbons, chlorinated solvent etc.

   
Packing
  GUJPOL-S well masked with craft paper on both side and packed in standard packing in thick corrugated paper and bundled with straps

Virgin Nylon-6 Fibres for Secondary Reinforcement in Concrete & Plaster 
A new revolution in Construction & Road Infrastructure
   
GUJCON CRF & PRF Polyamide-6 (Nylon-6) Fibres
.  A breakthrough in secondary reinforcement
.  Development based on extensive Research and Application trials
.  Unique and state-of-the-art next generation products for rendering long lasting solutions to some of the teething problems of construction and infrastructure industries
.  Superior to other secondary reinforcement Fibre products
.  Reliable secondary reinforcement material
   
Grade of GUJCON Nylon-6 Fibres
  .  GUJCON CRF for Concrete Applications
.  GUJCON PRF for Plaster Applications
   
SUPERIOR PROPERTIES
   
GUJCON-CRF
   
.  GUJCON – CRF is specially engineered 18 mm length Nylon-6 Fibre for providing secondary reinforcement in RCC & PCC.
   

Applications

.  RCC & PCC – Slabs, Beams, Columns & Lintels 
.  Pavement, Flooring, Roads, Bridges, Airport Runways 
.  Pre Cast Concrete Structures 
.  Water Retaining Structures

 Advantages
.  Prevents cracks occurrence at point of inception
.  Increases compression, flexural and impact strength
.  Reduces water permeability and makes surface less porous
.  Improves surface finish
.  Increases wear/abrasion/impact/shock load resistance
.  Increases uniformity and workability of concrete mix
.  Enhances life of structures

   
GUJCON-PRF
   
.  GUJCON –PRF is specially engineered 06 mm length Nylon-6 Fibre for providing secondary reinforcement in plaster.

Applications
.  Plaster 
.  Shotcrete 
.  Guniting 

 Advantages
.  Reduces water absorption and penetration depth
.  Prevents cracks occurrence at point of inception
.  Improves shatter resistance of wall
.  Makes surface less porous and improves surface finish
.  Reduces rebound loss
.  Checks dampness and saves on repairing cost
.  Increases workability, uniformity and strength of mortar mix
.  Improves work pace by binding ingredients in thicker coat