The distinctive design of KAY2 Xenox TMT bars makes it suitable for concrete reinforced structures like bridges, flyovers, dams, skyline buildings, underground platforms etc, says Sunil Agarwal, Director, KAY2 Xenox.

What are the criteria for selection of a TMT bar for a project?
Are there any product certifications too, one should take note of? The selection of TMT bars must be done after careful consideration, higher grades of TMT bars are a must for construction in areas prone to earthquake. The level of construction and design also has a bearing on the type of TMT bars that can be used for a project. Manufacturers follow different quality standards and manufacturing processes. A number of manufacturers get their manufacturing facilities as also manufacturing processes certified by ISO (International Organization for Standardization). One must always look for products from a reputed manufacturer for their construction needs.

What makes the brand Kay2 Xenox unique vis-à-vis the competitors in the market?
KAY2 Xenox is one of the most trusted TMT bars (the intelligent steel) marketed under the brand “KAY2 Xenox TMT”. Internationally recognized manufacturing and quality processes, consistency in volumes and assured timely deliveries have made KAY2 Xenox TMT, the bars of choice for most construction companies in India. It’s uniquely designed robust ribs, superior strength and ductility makes it much superior to ordinary steel bars. The distinctive design of KAY2 Xenox makes it suitable for concrete reinforced structures like bridges, flyovers, dams, thermal and hydel plants, industrial towers, skyline buildings, underground platforms. KAY2 Xenox unique rib design bonds strongly with concrete in a hexagonal pattern and ensures a solid foundation and quality of any structure. It provides premium TMT bars crucial for construction across earthquake-prone areas that are needed for today’s modern construction. Its internal angles of 720-degree hexagon delivers superior bonding enabling solid quality in construction that is able to tolerate high degree of stress. Touted as intelligent steel, KAY2 Xenox’s MESH grip, 200 per cent higher bond strength and superior physical and chemical properties makes it ideal for all contemporary construction needs. Manufactured using high grade pure Fe 500 & 500D, it saves up to 20 per cent of steel in construction and delivers a consistent quality as per BIS standard.

How do you see the market for TMT bars in India in the current scenario?
With a gradual revival of the economy and unlocking of industries across India post Covid-19, construction and infrastructure sectors have started showing signs of recovery in demand. Even the government has announced a huge push to agri-infra for the coming days and all this is bound to have a positive impact on demand for TMT bars in the country.

How are you managing your supply chain in the ‘unlock’ period?
While our supply chain did take a hit in the initial days of the lockdown, things have been improving since unlock measures are put in place. We follow a franchisee-based model for our manufacturing plants and we have a network of around 3,500 dealers and distributors across the country. This model has enabled us to maintain a healthy supply chain in the ‘unlock’ period.