By: ICN Bureau
Last updated : October 22, 2021 7:59 am
The medical oxygen generation facility has a capacity to generate oxygen of 10 Nm3 per hour at 90-93 percent purity and is well equipped to cater up to 50 beds in the medical center
Huntsman Textile Effects, the global leader in innovative and environmentally sustainable dyes, chemicals and digital inks, and Padra Industrial Association (PIA) dedicates a medical grade oxygen generation facility at Padra Primary Health Centre (PHC).
The medical oxygen generation facility has a capacity to generate oxygen of 10 Nm3 per hour at 90-93 percent purity and is well equipped to cater up to 50 beds in the medical center. The initiative is part of Huntsman’s ongoing efforts to improve the health infrastructure of the Padra district, as well as to raise the quality of life of the communities in and around its plant.
“Even though the country and Gujarat is witnessing a decline in Covid-19 cases, Huntsman believes that we should not let our guard down and should be prepared to combat any medical emergency in the future. I am happy to share that the oxygen facility will meet all the requirements of this centre. Huntsman remains committed towards the welfare of the people of Padra district, and we will continue our efforts to work with our communities towards a better tomorrow,” said Rahul Tikoo, MD - Huntsman, India subcontinent.
“Padra Industries Association is also proud to partner with Huntsman, a leading player in our industrial zone, to dedicate this medical oxygen facility to the people of our district. It has always been PIA’s endeavor to work towards the betterment of the health of our locals and to also ensure that there is economic prosperity in our region,” said Pravin Rabadia, President, PIA.
“At Huntsman, we prioritize the health and wellbeing of the communities we operate in, alongside the safety of our associates. We have several welfare programs in the pipeline that would support the communities in which we operate. As a business, we will continue to extend our work in this area - building on existing programs that help address health and livelihood related needs,” said Kavishwar Kalambe, Site Director, Huntsman Textile Effects.