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Cyclowash Brings Efficiency to Karad’s Sand Supply Chain Enterprises

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Varad Washing Plant | Karad, MH

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As Maharashtra pushes for sustainable construction materials and compliance with IS standards for sand, producers in the Karad region face increasing pressure to deliver washed M-Sand and P-Sand with low silt content and consistent gradation. Varad Washing Sand, led by Mr. Vikas Shinde, recognized the need to modernize their washing process to remain competitive. After evaluating multiple solutions, they chose Taurian’s TWS100 Cyclowash—a compact, high-efficiency single cyclone washing system designed for maximum sand recovery with minimal water usage.

Geological Setting – Sand Deposits of Karad

The Krishna River basin and surrounding stone quarries of Karad produce coarse crushed sand rich in fines. While volumetrically abundant, the natural silt and clay present in the material often compromise strength and workability in concrete applications. A consistent, environmentally responsible washing solution was essential for delivering quality to ready-mix plants and local contractors.

Sand Deposits of Karad

The Challenge

Mr. Shinde’s earlier setup used conventional screw classifiers, which struggled to remove ultra-fines effectively and resulted in high silt content—leading to repeated customer complaints and rejections. The process also consumed excess water, lacked dewatering efficiency, and required manual handling of wet sand. With increasing demand for cleaner material and tighter control over production quality, Varad Washing Sand needed a reliable, automated system with compact installation requirements.

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The Solution

Taurian TWS100 Cyclowash – Single Cyclone Washing Unit

To address these issues, Taurian deployed the Cyclowash system—a proven solution for single-stage sand cleaning, offering exceptional performance in coarse and plaster sand production.

Key Features:

  • Precision Cyclone Classification: Effectively removes sub-75-micron particles, improving sand quality and meeting IS standards.

  • Compact Design: Skid-mounted layout with minimal civil work makes it ideal for retrofitting existing setups or installing in small spaces.

  • Dewatering Efficiency: Integrated screen produces stackable, low-moisture sand with just 8–10% water retention.

  • Eco-Friendly Operation: Lower water consumption with compatibility for water recovery systems.

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Results and Impact

Within weeks of commissioning the Cyclowash, Varad Washing Sand saw a 50% drop in silt-related complaints and a significant improvement in customer satisfaction. The washed product was consistently compliant with IS:383 specifications, and Mr. Shinde’s supply became a preferred choice for local infrastructure and residential projects.

The system’s compact footprint allowed installation without disrupting existing operations, and the low maintenance needs meant minimal manpower intervention. With reduced water use and faster turnaround time, Varad Washing Sand has achieved both operational excellence and environmental responsibility.

Karad Web – Result Impact