{"id":4776,"date":"2025-07-12T00:46:19","date_gmt":"2025-07-11T19:16:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/?p=4776"},"modified":"2025-07-12T00:46:19","modified_gmt":"2025-07-11T19:16:19","slug":"made-in-india-built-for-the-world-am-ns-indias-optigal-steel-targets-infrastructure-boom","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/?p=4776","title":{"rendered":"&#8220;Made in India, Built for the World: AM\/NS India\u2019s Optigal\u00ae Steel Targets Infrastructure Boom&#8221;"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"dad65929\">\n<div class=\"_4f9bf79 d7dc56a8 _43c05b5\">\n<div class=\"ds-markdown ds-markdown--block\">\n<h1><strong>AM\/NS India Introduces European-Grade Steel Solutions for Karnataka\u2019s Coastal &amp; Industrial Infrastructure<\/strong><\/h1>\n<h3><strong>Premium Optigal\u00ae Range Offers Superior Durability for Harsh Environments<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Bengaluru, [Date]:<\/strong>\u00a0ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM\/NS India) has launched its high-performance colour-coated steel products,\u00a0<strong>Optigal\u00ae Prime<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>Optigal\u00ae Pinnacle<\/strong>, in Karnataka, catering to the state\u2019s growing infrastructure demands. Designed to withstand corrosive environments, these solutions aim to address the challenges posed by Karnataka\u2019s diverse geography\u2014from humid coastal regions like Mangaluru to industrial hubs such as Bengaluru and Ballari.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">With Karnataka attracting major investments in ports, airports, and logistics parks, the need for\u00a0<strong>long-lasting, corrosion-resistant construction materials<\/strong>\u00a0has surged. AM\/NS India\u2019s latest offerings promise\u00a0<strong>enhanced durability, lower maintenance costs, and extended infrastructure life<\/strong>, positioning the company as the\u00a0<strong>only domestic manufacturer<\/strong>\u00a0of such high-grade steel solutions.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><strong>Meeting Karnataka\u2019s Infrastructure Demands with Cutting-Edge Steel<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">Karnataka\u2019s infrastructure faces\u00a0<strong>accelerated corrosion<\/strong>\u00a0due to coastal humidity and industrial pollution, necessitating materials engineered for\u00a0<strong>C4-level corrosive environments<\/strong>. The Optigal\u00ae range, backed by\u00a0<strong>15- and 25-year warranties<\/strong>, provides robust protection against moisture, UV radiation, and extreme temperatures.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Optigal\u00ae Prime<\/strong>\u00a0(15-year warranty): Ideal for urban and moderately corrosive settings, it is available in\u00a0<strong>SMP, SDP, and PVDF finishes<\/strong>, making it suitable for roofing, cladding, and architectural applications.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Optigal\u00ae Pinnacle<\/strong>\u00a0(25-year warranty): Tailored for\u00a0<strong>coastal and heavy industrial zones<\/strong>, it features\u00a0<strong>PU\/PA coatings<\/strong>\u00a0for superior resistance, making it a preferred choice for\u00a0<strong>airports, seaports, and marine infrastructure<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">Mr. Ranjan Dhar, Director and Vice President of Sales and Marketing at AM\/NS India, stated:<br \/>\n<em>\u201cWe have studied Karnataka\u2019s requirements, and the launch of Optigal\u00ae Prime and Pinnacle underscores our commitment to delivering world-class steel solutions. These \u2018Made in India\u2019 products are engineered for challenging environments, offering unmatched corrosion resistance. They are available in India for the first time outside Europe and have already proven successful there.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><strong>Global Expertise, Local Manufacturing<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">The Optigal\u00ae range includes\u00a0<strong>six specialised variants<\/strong>\u2014High Gloss, Anti-Dust, Anti-Graffiti, Anti-Static, Anti-Microbial, and Cool Roof\u2014each designed for specific industrial and architectural needs. Built with\u00a0<strong>Zinc-Aluminium-Magnesium (ZAM) technology<\/strong>, these variants provide\u00a0<strong>three times greater corrosion resistance<\/strong>\u00a0than conventional coatings.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">Raveesh Bagla, Director of Business Development at\u00a0<strong>Kingspan Jindal Pvt Ltd<\/strong>, a global leader in high-performance building solutions, shared his experience:<br \/>\n<em>\u201cHaving used Optigal\u00ae products in Europe with excellent results, I am pleased to see their introduction in India. With the country\u2019s rapid infrastructure growth, such high-quality solutions are crucial. Their availability here is timely and much-needed.\u201d <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-4778\" src=\"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/am-ns-pro-1024x546.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"546\" srcset=\"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/am-ns-pro-1024x546.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/am-ns-pro-300x160.jpg 300w, https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/am-ns-pro-768x409.jpg 768w, https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/am-ns-pro.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><strong>Sustainable, \u2018Make in India\u2019 Solutions for Viksit Bharat<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">Aligned with the\u00a0<strong>\u2018Make in India\u2019<\/strong>\u00a0initiative, the Optigal\u00ae range is manufactured at AM\/NS India\u2019s\u00a0<strong>Pune facility<\/strong>, which boasts an annual capacity of\u00a0<strong>7 lakh tonnes<\/strong>, with plans to expand to\u00a0<strong>1 million tonnes<\/strong>. The products are\u00a0<strong>eco-friendly<\/strong>, featuring:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Low VOC emissions<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>No heavy metals or hexavalent chromium<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Fully recyclable composition<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">This launch supports\u00a0<strong>India\u2019s vision for sustainable infrastructure development<\/strong>, reinforcing AM\/NS India\u2019s leadership in the\u00a0<strong>colour-coated steel market<\/strong>. As Karnataka continues to expand its industrial and coastal projects, the Optigal\u00ae range is set to play a\u00a0<strong>pivotal role in building resilient, future-ready infrastructure<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong>Key Highlights:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">\u2714\u00a0<strong>First-of-its-kind European-grade steel in India<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2714\u00a0<strong>15-25 year warranty for long-term durability<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2714\u00a0<strong>Ideal for coastal, industrial, and urban applications<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2714\u00a0<strong>Sustainable, recyclable, and low-emission manufacturing<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2714\u00a0<strong>Supports \u2018Make in India\u2019 and \u2018Viksit Bharat\u2019 initiatives<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">With this strategic launch, AM\/NS India is poised to\u00a0<strong>reshape Karnataka\u2019s infrastructure landscape<\/strong>, offering\u00a0<strong>premium, long-lasting steel solutions<\/strong>\u00a0that meet global standards.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ds-flex\">\n<div class=\"ds-flex _965abe9\">\n<div class=\"ds-icon-button\" tabindex=\"0\">\n<div class=\"ds-icon\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ds-icon-button\" tabindex=\"0\">\n<div class=\"ds-icon\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ds-icon-button\" tabindex=\"0\">\n<div class=\"ds-icon\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ds-icon-button\" tabindex=\"0\">\n<div class=\"ds-icon\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"_88681e8\">\n<div class=\"_217e214\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pvc_clear\"><\/div>\n<p id=\"pvc_stats_4776\" class=\"pvc_stats total_only  \" data-element-id=\"4776\" style=\"\"><i class=\"pvc-stats-icon medium\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" version=\"1.0\" viewBox=\"0 0 502 315\" preserveAspectRatio=\"xMidYMid meet\"><g transform=\"translate(0,332) scale(0.1,-0.1)\" fill=\"\" stroke=\"none\"><path d=\"M2394 3279 l-29 -30 -3 -207 c-2 -182 0 -211 15 -242 39 -76 157 -76 196 0 15 31 17 60 15 243 l-3 209 -33 29 c-26 23 -41 29 -80 29 -41 0 -53 -5 -78 -31z\"\/><path d=\"M3085 3251 c-45 -19 -58 -50 -96 -229 -47 -217 -49 -260 -13 -295 52 -53 146 -42 177 20 16 31 87 366 87 410 0 70 -86 122 -155 94z\"\/><path d=\"M1751 3234 c-13 -9 -29 -31 -37 -50 -12 -29 -10 -49 21 -204 19 -94 39 -189 45 -210 14 -50 54 -80 110 -80 34 0 48 6 76 34 21 21 34 44 34 59 0 14 -18 113 -40 219 -37 178 -43 195 -70 221 -36 32 -101 37 -139 11z\"\/><path d=\"M1163 3073 c-36 -7 -73 -59 -73 -102 0 -56 133 -378 171 -413 34 -32 83 -37 129 -13 70 36 67 87 -16 290 -86 209 -89 214 -129 231 -35 14 -42 15 -82 7z\"\/><path d=\"M3689 3066 c-15 -9 -33 -30 -42 -48 -48 -103 -147 -355 -147 -375 0 -98 131 -148 192 -74 13 15 57 108 97 206 80 196 84 226 37 273 -30 30 -99 39 -137 18z\"\/><path d=\"M583 2784 c-38 -19 -67 -74 -58 -113 9 -42 211 -354 242 -373 16 -10 45 -18 66 -18 51 0 107 52 107 100 0 39 -1 41 -124 234 -80 126 -108 162 -133 173 -41 17 -61 16 -100 -3z\"\/><path d=\"M4250 2784 c-14 -9 -74 -91 -133 -183 -95 -150 -107 -173 -107 -213 0 -55 33 -94 87 -104 67 -13 90 8 211 198 130 202 137 225 78 284 -27 27 -42 34 -72 34 -22 0 -50 -8 -64 -16z\"\/><path d=\"M2275 2693 c-553 -48 -1095 -270 -1585 -649 -135 -104 -459 -423 -483 -476 -23 -49 -22 -139 2 -186 73 -142 361 -457 571 -626 285 -228 642 -407 990 -497 242 -63 336 -73 660 -74 310 0 370 5 595 52 535 111 1045 392 1455 803 122 121 250 273 275 326 19 41 19 137 0 174 -41 79 -309 363 -465 492 -447 370 -946 591 -1479 653 -113 14 -422 18 -536 8z m395 -428 c171 -34 330 -124 456 -258 112 -119 167 -219 211 -378 27 -96 24 -300 -5 -401 -72 -255 -236 -447 -474 -557 -132 -62 -201 -76 -368 -76 -167 0 -236 14 -368 76 -213 98 -373 271 -451 485 -162 444 86 934 547 1084 153 49 292 57 452 25z m909 -232 c222 -123 408 -262 593 -441 76 -74 138 -139 138 -144 0 -16 -233 -242 -330 -319 -155 -123 -309 -223 -461 -299 l-81 -41 32 46 c18 26 49 83 70 128 143 306 141 649 -6 957 -25 52 -61 116 -79 142 l-34 47 45 -20 c26 -10 76 -36 113 -56z m-2057 25 c-40 -58 -105 -190 -130 -263 -110 -324 -59 -707 132 -981 25 -35 42 -64 37 -64 -19 0 -241 119 -326 174 -188 122 -406 314 -532 468 l-58 71 108 103 c185 178 428 349 672 473 66 33 121 60 123 61 2 0 -10 -19 -26 -42z\"\/><path d=\"M2375 1950 c-198 -44 -350 -190 -395 -379 -18 -76 -8 -221 19 -290 114 -284 457 -406 731 -260 98 52 188 154 231 260 27 69 37 214 19 290 -38 163 -166 304 -326 360 -67 23 -215 33 -279 19z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/i> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" alt=\"Loading\" src=\"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/page-views-count\/ajax-loader-2x.gif\" border=0 \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"pvc_clear\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>AM\/NS India Introduces European-Grade Steel Solutions for Karnataka\u2019s Coastal &amp; 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