On April 4, 2024, students and faculty from Alliance University's Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) Department visited EXIDE Industries Limited. The visit was organized for students enrolled in the Value-Added Course, along with Dr.Ila Rai, Prof. Manjulata Badi, and Dr. Rohit Babu from the EEE Department, to enhance students' understanding of battery manufacturing processes and industrial operations.

Visit Highlights

The visit began with a warm welcome by the EXIDE Industries team, followed by an introductory session outlining the company's history, vision, and core business areas. Key highlights included a plant tour, technical sessions on battery technology, and interactions with industry professionals.

Plant Tour

Students and faculty were guided through the manufacturing facilities, witnessing firsthand the various stages of battery production. The tour covered areas such as raw material processing, assembly lines, quality control measures, and packaging.

Technical Sessions

Experts from EXIDE Industries conducted informative sessions on battery technology, covering lead-acid batteries, lithium-ion technology, and emerging trends in energy storage. These sessions provided valuable insights into battery performance, maintenance, and recycling processes.

Interaction with Professionals

Students had the opportunity to interact with engineers, technicians, and management professionals during Q&A sessions. This interaction facilitated discussions on career paths, skill requirements, and industry expectations, offering valuable guidance to aspiring professionals.

Learning Outcomes

The industrial visit yielded several key learning outcomes, including an enhanced understanding of industrial processes in the energy and battery manufacturing sectors, exposure to advanced technologies driving modern industries, insights into quality control, safety protocols, and environmental sustainability, and networking opportunities with industry experts.