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Double Honor for VTI at the Burckhardt Supplier Awards 2024

We are pleased to announce that the world’s leading provider of reciprocating compressor systems and related services, Burckhardt Compression (India), has honored VULKAN Technologies Pvt. Ltd. (VTI) with two prestigious awards at the Business Partner Meet:

  • Supplier of the Year 2024 – Small Castings
  • Star Performer of the Year – Sustainability Award 2024

This is the third time VTI has been recognized by Burckhardt Compression. “This award once again confirms our outstanding commitment to excellence and sustainable innovation,” said Rajesh Mishra, Managing Director of VTI, in appreciation of the recognition.

Evaluation Criteria

The awards were based on a comprehensive evaluation of several performance dimensions:

  • On-time delivery
  • Development of finished parts
  • Rejection rate below 1.5%
  • Cost competitiveness
  • Effective communication
  • Digitalization initiatives
  • Sustainability efforts in water, waste, and energy management
  • Certifications: CII-GREENCO Gold Rating, IGBC Green Building, ISO 50001:2018, ISO/IEC 27001:2022

“The long-standing partnership between VTI and the customer Burckhardt Compression is characterized by collaborative innovation and shared values,” said Rajesh Mishra. “Burckhardt Compression’s pursuit of technical excellence and sustainable solutions continues to inspire us to push the boundaries of casting technology and enhance supply chain reliability.”

Global Supply Footprint

Since 2012, VTI has been supplying approximately 168 different types of critical compressor components – including cylinder blocks, compressor housings, crankshafts, bearing housings, pilot cylinders, and pistons – to Burckhardt Compression’s facilities in India and Switzerland. In 2024 alone, VTI provided the customer with 5,476 cast parts that met strict quality and performance standards.

Sustainability at the Core

VTI’s exceptional performance has been further enhanced by its green initiatives, including:

  • Implementation of ISO 50001 for energy management
  • Introduction of photovoltaic systems
  • Achievement of the Green Building Gold Rating

These efforts reflect VTI’s commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and promoting sustainable industrial practices.

Managing Director Rajesh Mishra represented the company at the event and gave a presentation on VULKAN’s green transformation, highlighting various sustainability practices and initiatives implemented over the years both within the organization and beyond. 

He also expressed his heartfelt thanks to Burckhardt Compression for their continuous support and recognition, which motivates VTI to continue pushing boundaries and embracing a greener future.