By rosebell
In order to strengthening safety and efficiency in India’s road tunnels, Witt India, a tunnel ventilation system manufacturer, has teamed up with electrification and automation company ABB India.
Using new advanced tunnel ventilation technology to boost safety and operational efficiency, the latest partnership further advances the deal concluded in June 2024.
By installing advanced smoke extraction motors in key projects across India, this plan will allow commuters to travel through tunnels with more confidence and security.
As ABB stated, the tunnel ventilation systems are crucial for safe and breathable environments, especially during fires. Managing airflow, controling smoke, regulating temperature, as well as decreasing pollutant spread, are the advantages of these ventilation systems.
With the aim of providing India’s growing infrastructure needs, ABB said its motors are being integrated with Witt India’s Banana Jet Fans, whereas these motors are built to operate under extreme conditions, ensuring reliable performance in both normal and emergencies.
Aslo, Witt India is an Indo-German joint venture company of Reitz United Technologies, India and Witt & Sohn, Hamburg, Germany.
Its motors are designed to endure high temperatures, up to 300°C for two hours, ensuring effective smoke extraction during fires and clear evacuation routes.
Once paired with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), they also reduce energy consumption during normal operations, offering both reliability and energy efficiency, the electrification and automation firm said.
Additionally, for advancing the major infrastructure projects, including the Rewa-Sidhi Tunnel in Madhya Pradesh and the Kuthiran Tunnel in Kerala, ABB and Witt India have significantly contributed.
According to Witt India managing director Vinod Jalagam: “The future of tunnel ventilation technology is likely to see advancements in automation, energy efficiency, and integration with smart infrastructure. Innovations such as real-time monitoring and adaptive ventilation systems are expected to enhance safety and efficiency.”
The features of the ABB’s motors, deployed in key tunnel projects across the country, are enhancing safety while being energy-efficient and operationally reliable in tunnel ventilation systems.
Additionally, by integrating ABB’s motors, Witt India helps reduce operational and capital costs for tunnel operators while providing advanced solutions that align with India’s infrastructure goals.
