Cow Dung Brick Manufacturing Business

Cow Dung Brick Manufacturing Business
| Sep 02, 2022
Cow Dung

As per the sentiments of The Hindu Religion, tying a cow in the courtyard of the house is considered auspicious. It is also beneficial from religious and scientific points of view. By tying a cow in the courtyard of the house, Vastu defects end, as well, as if a cow with a calf is brought into the house under construction, then all the obstacles in building a house are removed it. Likewise, we all know that cow’s milk is very beneficial for humans, but very few people know that its dung is also beneficial, due to which diseases are removed. Cow dung is not only used in the fertilisers like Panchgavya but it is also used in many other things, such as Cow Dung Bricks. Thus, in this blog, we will throw light on cow dung brick manufacturing business!

Required Place to Start Cow Dung Brick Manufacturing Business

At least 1500 to 2000 sqft area is required to set up cow dung brick manufacturing business on a small scale. Similarly, if you are willing to set up a Vedic brick-making business on a large scale, then you will need a 2000 to 5000 sqft area or above.

For setting up the cow dung brick manufacturing business, the selected place must be located at such a place where raw material is available continuously and easily, and it is easy to bring raw materials and carry finished goods by big vehicles etc. If this selected place is established at a distance from the residential areas, such as near the dairy or where a large number of animals are reared, then it is best.  

About: Cow Dung Bricks

Cow dung brick/ loaf are considered to be completely eco-friendly as well as more durable than bricks made of traditional clay. It is because the strength of bricks made of cow dung is more than bricks made of clay. Also, the bricks made of cow dung (gaukrete-bio brick) are also lighter in weight than clay bricks. Apart from this, many unique properties are also found in the bricks made of cow dung as compared to normal bricks. For example, bricks made of cow dung

  • Helps to reduce the risk of radiation.
  • Helps in diminishing the amount of carbon in the atmosphere.
  • Helps in protecting the walls from rot and mold etc.
  • The level of oxygen (O2) is very good in a building made of bricks made of cow dung.
  • Helps in reducing the risk of bacterial infection in the building.
  • The internal temperature of the building remains balanced.

Cow Dung Brick Manufacturing Business: Certifications Required

It is mandatory to register the cow dung brick Manufacturing Business to manufacture and sell cow dung-based products at the commercial. By registering the business, facilities like loans and subsidies are also made available by the government to start the business.

To start a dung-based product manufacturing business, one has to get the certification from the following proofs:

Cow Dung Brick Manufacturing Business: Certifications Required

 

Raw Material for Making Cow Dung Bricks

The required raw materials are showcased below:

Raw Material for Making Cow Dung Bricks (The required raw materials are showcased below)

Note- Dung bricks/ natural bricks can be easily made from other recipes by changing the         quantity of raw materials mentioned above.

Cow Dung Brick Manufacturing Business: Equipment Needed

Under the cow dung brick manufacturing business, there is a primary requirement of some necessary equipment to manufacture eco-friendly bricks from cow dung or to manufacture any product made of cow dung. These tools are:

  • Rubber Gloves
  • Brick Casting Molds/firms under Hand Manufacture
  • Required Equipment-shovel, tub/basket and related tools

You will easily find all these tools in your local/ local market shops. If not available then you can buy these equipments online also from e-commerce websites, apart from these tools made by a skilled craftsman.

Manufacturing Process

Usually, out of curiosity, new and emerging entrepreneurs/businessmen have an urge to know the method of making bricks from cow dung. It is also necessary to have the urge/ craving because curious entrepreneurs soon establish their successful businesses in society.

The process of making bricks from cow dung is completed according to the steps mentioned below-

  • To make bricks from cow dung, the quantity of raw materials mentioned has to be mixed among them. Water is also added as required to make the mixture well prepared.
  • When the mixture is ready, then the mixture is given the initial shape of the brick by filling it in a brick molding mould.
  • As soon as the mixture is molded into the shape of a brick, it is taken out of the mold on a flat open space and left to dry in an open environment for about 05 to 15 days. The Vedic Brick obtained after drying can be used.
  • In the current market, the cost of a brick made of cow dung is seen between Rs.10 to 15, which costs only Rs.3 to Rs.4 to make. With this, you can calculate the profit yourself.

Cow Dung Brick Manufacturing Business: Loan Requirement

Cow dung brick manufacturing business is the lucrative business option. Under the Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Program (PMEGP)[1] and the skill Development Scheme under the Waste to Wealth Program of the Government of India, the aspiring entrepreneur can receive a subsidy/ grant of up to 35% on the overall cost of the desired business. In order to take benefit from the subsidy/ grant, it is mandatory for the interested entrepreneur should register his business under Micro, Medium and Small Industries/ Enterprise (MSME).

After registration is completed, the MSME will send the desired business information to the bank. The subsidy amount is deposited in the same bank within 05 to 07 working days after the loan is sanctioned/ approved by the bank.

Conclusion

The core of any building or architectural structure is bricks, as well as the value of the bricks genuinely defines how long the structure will last. When any of the aspects of the brick production process are compromised, the manufacturer may not consider making the expected profits. At SwadeshiVIP, our aim is to provide better and more detailed information to the interested candidates, entrepreneurs and farmers who are looking to buy, want training and want to make their future in the Cow dung brick manufacturing business. We are with you at each and every step. Connect with us for more information!

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