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We collaborate with global machine man- ufacturers to develop robotic dispensing systems that are perfectly tuned to our ad- hesive formulations. This allows us to offer an end-to-end solution – from the chemical molecule to the dispensing nozzle. On theR&Dfront, our ‘Make in India’ com- mitment is backed by global standards. Our in-house facilities are equipped to simulate decades of environmental stress, andwe val- idate our products with international test- ingbodies likeTÜV,UL, IEC, and Intertek. As module technologies shift towards high- er efficiency structures (like TOPCon and Bifacial), our R&D team is already ahead of the curve, developing formulations that manage the thermal stress and bonding requirements of next-generation glass and frame materials. We don’t just follow stan- dards; we help our partners set them. Q Adhesives are extensively used in the assembly of battery packs, such as lithium-ion and solid-state batter- ies. And, in recent times, many Indian players are foraying into Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) manufacturing. How do you plan to tap into this emerg- ing segment? Manish Gupta: The BESS sector demands what Fasto does best: Thermal Manage- ment and Structural Safety. Just as we rev- olutionised bonding for solar, we are apply- ing our ‘technological product’ philosophy to battery storage. In battery packs, adhesives are the first line of defence against vibration and heat build- up. Leveraging our extensive experience in the automotive and BLDC motor sectors, we are developing specialised adhesive solu- tions for BESS that offer superior thermal conductivity and flame retardancy. Our R&D is focused on formulations that can dissipate heat effectively while main- taining a strong structural bond, which is critical for the safety and longevity of Lithium-ion packs. We are actively engag- ing with emerging BESS manufacturers to create customised products that fit their specific cell chemistries and pack designs. Our goal is to be the ‘tech-inside’ partner for BESS, ensuring that as India stores energy, it does so safely and efficiently with Fasto solutions. Q What are Fasto’s future plans for the next 5 years to strengthen its footprint in the renewable energy sector? Manish Gupta: Our vision is aggressive and rooted in capacity building. We are cur- rently in the process of doubling our man- ufacturing capacity from 11,000 tonnes to 20,000 tonnes per annum. This expansion is critical to meeting the exploding demand from the solar and storage sectors. Further- more, we have finalised a new Capex plan for FY26 with an investment of USD 2-2.5 million to further upgrade our technology and infrastructure. Over the next five years, Fasto aims to deepen its global footprint, taking ‘Indian Engineering’ to the world. We will continue to invest heavily in back- ward integration – producing our own raw materials and dispensing tech, to control quality and cost. Ultimately, we aim to be the default ‘reliability partner’ for every major renewable energy player in India and beyond, driving the industry forward with innovation and trust. energetica INDIA- February_2026 41 INTERVIEW