Solar for Rice Mills: Benefits, Price, and Area Required

The Rice mill is part of agro-processing. This segment of agro-processing is very energy-intensive & the machinery is very costly.

That means not only does the owner of the rice mill have to pay a higher electricity bill but also has to invest a big amount in setting up the rice mill. Along with the higher electricity bill, the cost of the machinery makes the ROI period even longer for the owner.

These mills 100% depend on the electric grid connectivity. In any case, if there is a problem with electric connectivity, like grid failure, distribution network failure, etc. rice mill will shut down. The owner will have to use an external power source like a diesel generator which can be costly.

So what’s the solution?

Meeting the mill’s power demand through a clean energy resource like solar will help a textile business in reducing energy bills and lowering its carbon footprint.

Benefits:

• Cost-Effective solution
• Reduced electricity bills
• Less utilization of Diesel Generators, as solar, can take its place
• Free source of energy
• Roof space can be utilized
• You can become a part of India’s go green mission

With solar energy, you can opt for three types of arrangement: On-grid, hybrid, and off-grid.

In an on-grid setup, your PV system will work in conjunction with the grid. When the grid shuts down, the panels will also stop generating. Off-grid systems are grid-independent, utilize battery backup, and are ideal for situations where power cuts are frequent. Hybrid systems are a mix of the two, as they can work both with and without the grid.

Each of these systems has its pros and cons. Based on your specific requirements and budget, you can opt for the right solar solution for your needs.

A medium-sized rice mill usually includes a motor that ranges from 25 to 60 horsepower. If we consider a 25-hp motor, the motor is around 19 KW. In this case, a 28-kilowatt solar power plant with a 19-kilowatt usage will be required. A 28KW solar power plant will cost roughly 11 lakhs to install.

This initial capital can be recovered within 4-5 years.

A 1kW rooftop solar system requires approximately 90-110 Sq.ft shadow-free area. These measures can increase slightly in the case of a ground-mounted system. However, if space constraint is an issue, one can also opt for a solar roof like Ornate InRoof.

InRoof is a unique leak-proof solar solution that integrates the solar panels into the roof itself. Moreover, 1kW of InRoof can be deployed in 65-70 sq. ft leading to better area utilization along with better aesthetics.

Ornate Solar has successfully supplied solar panels and inverters to many rice mills in North India where EPCs have successfully put up Solar Power Plants.

• Cost-Effective solution
• Reduced electricity bills
• Less utilization of Diesel Generators, as solar can take its place
• Free source of energy
• Roof space can be utilized
• You can become a part of the go green mission

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Ornate Solar is one of the leading solar companies in India with over 8 years of experience in the industry. We have partnered with the best-in-class global solar brands to provide you with a trustable, affordable, and reliable range of solar panels, inverters, and solar accessories.

We have also developed India’s first Integrated In-Roof system. Ornate InRoof is a roof made out of solar panels, which is leak-proof and looks aesthetically pleasing.

If you are exploring solar solutions for your rice mill, reach out to us at 011 43536666 to discuss your options