DIN-standard enclosures and mass production drive quality and cost efficiency

By Staff Report August 1, 2025 6:43 pm IST

EAPL has established a strong presence in the in-house manufacturing of standard electronic instruments. As opposed to heavy material instruments, EAPL focuses on designing and developing a range of compact versions that ensure efficient and optimal functioning in process control. Shreedhar Kamat, Chairman and Co-Founder of EAPL Group, outlines their offerings for various industrial sectors as well as their plans for the future in this interview.

How is EAPL contributing to the automation journey of Indian industries, especially SMEs? 

We are steadily growing as a smart solution provider for Indian industries by offering a wide range of specialised instruments for various automation needs. Our latest products – the M3 series Annunciators, Sequential Timers with purging relays, Digital Time Switches, Multifunction Meters, and Protection Relays add to our strong lineup of electronic timers. Together, these products provide complete automation solutions for industrial users. 

While SMEs are an essential focus area, our products are widely used across all sectors. Moving forward, our theme is “Engineering Smart Solutions” for all industries. 

What are some key automation products or solutions from EAPL that have seen strong demand recently? 

Some of our innovations have seen high demand across various sectors. Our Programmable Annunciators with electronic buzzers are widely used in the transformer and utility sectors. They come equipped with smart features and easy-to-program controls. 

Sequential Timers with Purging Relays are useful in cement industry applications like bag filters, where feedback systems help improve performance.  

Our Digital Time Switches with IoT capabilities are now being used in automobile showrooms to manage lighting and monitor energy use. 

How does EAPL differentiate itself in the competitive automation market? 

We stand out due to our combination of unique and smart product designs, high-quality and reliable performing products, easy-to-use interfaces and competitive pricing. This makes us a preferred partner for many businesses. 

How are your solutions helping customers improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and enhance safety? 

Our products are built for long-lasting performance and can operate across wide voltage ranges. This helps customers reduce inventory requirements and downtime. Many of our products have been running efficiently for over 10 years. 

Additionally, our plastic enclosures are UL-certified, offering built-in safety assurance.

With the rise of Industry 4.0, how is EAPL adapting its product development? 

Industry 4.0 has brought new opportunities, especially with IoT. We are already offering IoT-enabled solutions, particularly in lighting systems, and we plan to extend this to more product categories to make them smarter and more connected shortly. 

What are the focus sectors for EAPL’s automation solutions? 

Our products are widely used in different control systems across industries. For example, in the pharma sector, our sequence timers are used in air dryers to control solenoid valves. Our Digital Time Switches are used in smart city projects, petrol pumps, showrooms, and glow signs to manage electricity efficiently. 

What digital connectivity features do your products offer? 

Many of our products have IoT features and RS-485 Modbus Protocol, making it easy for customers to connect and integrate our systems into their setups. This ensures smooth digital communication and better data integration. 

Our products are already in use in many industries, and we’ve received very encouraging feedback about their performance. 

How does EAPL help clients shift from manual to automated systems? 

Engineers are aware of new technologies and are quick to adopt automation. We support our customers by providing technical guidance, online support, and training when needed. This helps them make a smooth transition from manual to automated processes. 

What future automation trends is EAPL preparing for? 

EAPL has evolved from offering a single product to building a wide portfolio of over 500 SKUs for various automation needs. We have adopted DIN-standard enclosures and use mass production techniques to offer cost-effective, high-quality products.  Our focus remains on innovation, standardisation, and reliability to continue as a leading Indian manufacturer.