Electrosteel Castings Limited

Down at 193, Bahir Srerampore Rd., in Serampore, Electrosteel Castings Limited occupies a good bit of space. Hooghly is a place with a deep industrial past, and we are part of that. The building is solid, made to handle the weight of the iron we work with. It's not far from the railway, which you can hear if the machines are quiet for a second. We focus on casting, which is a messy and hot business. The floor is always covered in sand and dust from the molds. We have a crew that’s been here forever. They know exactly when the metal is ready just by looking at the color of the glow. We don’t have much in the way of decoration. The walls are mostly bare except for some old safety posters and calendars. It's a practical place. We deal with a lot of local orders and some that go much further away. The road outside can get a bit clogged with cycles and rickshaws, so getting the big trucks out takes some skill from the drivers. We start early in the morning before the sun gets too high. It helps to beat the worst of the heat. Pin 712203 is our spot. If you come by, you’ll likely find us in the middle of a pour. It's a busy life, but it's what keeps us going.