What We Do
Urja-Disha specializes in providing Design & Detailed Engineering Services in the field of Thermal Engineering.
We act as a de facto “Extended Design Office” for global OEMs & End users connected with Thermal Engineering. Our services cater to steam boilers, hot water generators, hot air generators, fired heaters, thermic fluid heaters, Waste Heat Recovery systems, Process Integrated Boilers (PIBs), heat exchangers, etc.
Urja-Disha is a unique company having robust experience in handling and utilizing a large variety of dirty & hostile fuels and corrosive/erosive/
hazardous/dust-laden gases, to harness their thermal energy potential.
We aim for the best results for our clients, deploying both conventional as well as non-conventional designs & approaches.
We have developed innovative designs and combustion technologies for a very wide range of biomass, industrial wastes, municipal wastes, Bio-fuels and fossil fuels, be it for Power generation, Process application, or Cogeneration.
We have clients across the globe in more than 25 countries.
A partnership with Urja-Disha assures you of highly efficient & reliable designs, efficient & fast execution, and substantial CAPEX & OPEX savings.
Our Offerings
We can design and detail new products, and also re-engineer existing products, to meet your customised needs.
Fuel-fired Boilers
from 7 kg/hr up to 200 Tons/hr- Steam Pressure range : 10 kg/cm² to 120 kg/cm².
- Steam Temperature range : 100⁰C to 550⁰C.
Re-Engineering
Brownfield Revamp/ Modernisation/ Change of Combustion technology/ De-bottlenecking/ Capacity Enhancement of existing thermal equipment.Unfired & special Boilers
upto 400 Tons/hr.Troubleshooting/ Performance Audit
of existing thermal equipment.Hot-Water & Hot-Air Generators
upto 30 Mn KCal/hrDesigns as per all major codes
viz. IBR 1950, ASME Sec-I, BS 1113, TRD, API etc.Fired Heaters
upto 200 MKcal/hrVision
To be a leading global expert and most preferred technology partner in the field of Thermal Engineering with the aim of making industries more energy-efficient and minimising Greenhouse Gases Emissions for a sustainable future.
Mission
We develop Technologies & Designs for Fired & Unfired Boilers, Waste Heat Recovery Systems, Fired Heaters, Special Heat Transfer equipment and accessories. We also provide services for optimising the performance of existing thermal equipment. We serve OEMs as well as end-users across the world by developing technologies and delivering design & detailed engineering, as a single-point source and in the shortest possible cycle time. We help our customers become more competitive by gaining technological and commercial edge.
Values
CREATIVITY & INNOVATION
QUALITY FIRST
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
WE ENJOY OUR WORK
History & Milestones
2003
- Urja-Disha established.
- First boiler design supplied: to NHEC for MGSSK Karnataka (Sugar factory): Bagasse-fired 80 TPH/45 bar/450°C.
2005
- First cotton stalk fired boiler 70 TPH – 67 bar / 480°C @ GAPS power for CBL (Kutch lignite)
2006
- J.V. formed with Petrochem Development Co. Inc., USA, for global supply of Fired Heater engineering.
2008
- First high-temperature (650°C) Coal-Fired Hot Air Generator designed for MSPL
- First Coke Drying System developed for Kalyani Steel - 35 TPH
2009
- First coal-fired FBC boiler 10TPH / 45 bar / 450°C for PENTOKEY
- First waste heat recovery system on Stove : 3.5 MKcal/hr for SESA Goa steel plant
2010
- First Palm Empty Fruit Bunch (EFB) fired boiler - 60 TPH design offered to Mechmar for Natural Electricity, Thailand.
- First thermal Solar power plant boiler 22 TPH / 350°C / 32bar for Atria Power.
2012
- JV with Media Agility USA for the development of cloud-based design software.
2016
- Single drum Bagasse fired boiler 140 TPH for Gangamai Sugar
2018
- First Distillery Spent-wash fired boiler 28 TPH / 45 bar / 400°C to SS Engineers for Sharayu Agro.
2019
- First D-type Natural Gas fired boiler for I0CL : 20 TPH / 25 bar / sat
- First mustard husk fired boiler 40 TPH / 45bar / 450°C for GEMCO
- First Waste Heat Recovery Boiler on Cyanide Incinerator 22 TPH / 20 bar for UPL.
- First Heat Pipe design for superheated steam generator for IIT Powai.
2020
- First MSW (municipal solid waste) fired boiler 35 TPH / 45 bar / 400°C for EFOR- Turkey.
- First Lignin Syrup & Trash cake fired boiler 42 TPH / 32 bar to Praj for IOCL Panipat’s 2-G Ethanol project based on paddy straw.
- First paddy husk fired boiler for Jind Power.
2024
- Acquired new office space in the industrial hub of Pune, equipped with modern amenities.
- Launched a new product-line of ‘Rotary Particulate Collector’, a novel product based on a patented revolutionary technology in the field of Particulate Emission Control.
Leadership
Sachin G. Sangamnerkar
Managing Director & Technology Head
Sachin is the fountainhead of the technical prowess of Urja-Disha. A post-graduate in Mechanical & Design Engineering, he started his career with Thermax Pune, in the area of thermal Design & Engineering, and over a decade of association, specialised in fired & unfired boilers, fired heaters, waste heat recovery systems, Process Integrated Boilers, special Heat Transfer equipment etc.
Thereafter he went on to garner valuable expertise in related areas through further assignments, technical collaborations and associations. He has interacted and worked with leading process licensors viz. KTI, UOP; technology providers like Struthers Wells Corp, Petro Chem Development Co, Oschatz, Lentjes, Alstom; and EPC contractors like Bechtel, EIL, UHDE, KPG, Stork, Prichard, Black & Veatch, Rolls Royce, Hyundai, Samsung, etc.
Knowledge of various applicable codes like ASME, ANSI, BS, API, IBR, TEMA, and exposure to diverse end-user industries, endow him with a special connect with the customers’ needs.
His passion for education & teaching has led him to play the important role of expert adviser & syllabus committee member for post-graduation courses at several engineering colleges. He is a founder member and key functionary of Teaching & Learning Community (TLC) for SMEs.
Mrs. Vaishali Sachin Sangamnerkar
Managing Partner
A founding member of Urja Disha, Vaishali brings over two decades of hands-on
expertise in business strategy, HR, Finance and Compliance. With a Master’s degree
in Physics, specializing in semiconductors, and a background in Marketing
Management, she has played a pivotal role in the company’s growth and innovation
since its inception.
She has led the HR and Finance functions along with Compliance & Administration,
streamlining processes and implementing strategic initiatives, and has driven
financial strategy and resource optimization, propelling the company towards
sustained growth and industry leadership.
Naresh Kumar
Chief Executive Officer
Naresh Kumar is a chemical engineer from BITS Pilani, with an MBA in Marketing & Finance, and an accomplished thermal equipment marketing professional with diverse experience across related products and industries.
He spent his formative years with Thermax selling boilers, heaters, waste heat recovery systems etc. He front-ended their foray into South-East Asia notably in Indonesia, notching up impressive performance for the entire portfolio of Thermax.
Thereafter he was with
Associated Capsule Company, followed by Doshi Ion as the CEO, with GMR Ferro
Alloys as CEO & ED, with ME Energy and Bajaj Power Equipment as the President. He joined Urja-Disha in 2023, bringing a sharp focus on systems & customer
orientation and new business development.
G. S. Deshpande
Engineering Head
G.S. Deshpande is a seasoned mechanical engineer in Thermal Engineering. He passed his B.Tech. and M.Tech. both from IIT-Bombay. He has built a specialised career in Thermal Engineering, mainly at the Engineering department of Thermax covering the entire range of thermal equipment including Fired Heaters with Struthers wells technology among others. He was the Head of Engineering at Thermax before joining Urja-Disha.
S.V. Thakurdesai
Chief Human Relations Officer, Companywide Quality Officer
S.V.Thakurdesai is a Mechanical engineer, MBA, and Executive Education Alumni of IIM,
Ahmedabad.
He has served six different Engineering manufacturing companies like Walchadnagar Industries Ltd.,
Thermax Ltd., Forbes Marshall Ltd, to name a few. He has handled various portfolios, specialising in
System Management and Human Relations.
He is also a certified Lead Auditor for Quality Management Systems – ISO 9001:2015 and
Occupational Health and Safety Management systems- ISO 45000. He has developed Quality
Management Systems for more than 30 companies and got them certified by Bureau Veritas, TUV (Nord), TUV (Sud) or TUV (Austria). He has been also associated with some of them for
maintenance of the QMS.
He is associated with Urja-Disha for about 17 years, and was instrumental in getting Urja-Disha
certified for Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001:2015) and ‘Great Place To Work’. GPTW is a
globally recognised accreditation award to organisations for fostering a high trust, high performance
culture that prioritizes employee well-being and development.
Anil Deshpande
Head - Marketing & Sales
Anil Deshpande is a Chemical Engineer from Laxminarayan Institute of Technology (LIT), Nagpur, and a PGDM from IIM Calcutta.
He is a multi-talented professional with expertise in market research, marketing strategies, information systems, and new business development.
Anil has worked with leading consulting and manufacturing organizations like Tata Economic Consultancy Services and Thermax, where he played a pivotal role in key Market Entry and Strategic Planning assignments, along with other high-impact initiatives.
Ajay Hantodkar
Head - Engineering & Operations Management
Ajay Hantodkar is a Mechanical Engineer with a specialized career spanning over 36 years in the design and engineering of thermal and critical process equipment.
He has worked with Walchandnagar Industries Limited and Thermax Babcock Wilcox Energy Solutions (TBWES). Before joining Urja-Disha, he served as the Head of Engineering at TBWES.
Ajay brings deep expertise in microplanning, design standardization, modularisation, statutory compliance, and global project execution. His exposure to global technology consultants and EPC contractors adds immense value to Urja-Disha’s engineering and operations excellence.
Our Policies
Committed to sustainable engineering and a safe workplace through clear practices, legal compliance and continuous improvement.
Quality Policy
To be the International Leading Technologist in the field of Fired and Unfired Steam Generators, Heat Transfer Equipment, Power Plants and Fired Heaters by providing quality design and engineering services with a commitment for excellence and beyond, by setting SMART objectives satisfying applicable requirements and using ISO 9001:2015 QMS System for continual improvement and empowering the working team members.
Environment Policy
We design responsibly to minimise negative environmental impact, conserve resources and support sustainable outcomes for clients and society.
Our Commitments
- Comply with applicable environmental laws in India, including local rules in Pune.
- Keep legislation and requirements under regular review.
- Reduce energy, water and paper use at work.
- Encourage digitisation, reuse and recycling.
- Limit waste and ensure safe disposal.
- Design with energy efficiency and life-cycle impacts in mind.
- Promote low-carbon and resource-efficient solutions.
- Train and encourage staff to follow eco-friendly practices.
- Provide role-specific training to meet environmental responsibilities.
- Set measurable environmental objectives and review them periodically.
- Monitor performance and act on opportunities to improve.
- Work with clients and suppliers to promote environmental best practice.
- Encourage green practices in outsourced services and partnerships.
Specific Practices
Implementation
Applies to all employees, contractors, vendors and suppliers. Management will communicate, implement and periodically review the policy.
Health & Safety Policy
We are committed to a safe, healthy workplace and to meeting applicable health & safety obligations.
Scope
Applies to all employees (full/part/time), contractors and remote workers.
Responsibilities
Management: Provide training, run risk assessments and maintain safe systems.
Employees: Follow procedures, report hazards and take reasonable care.
Office & Ergonomics
Ergonomic furniture and adjustable workstations provided.
Stretch breaks at 11:00 AM and 4:30 PM.
Electrical & Fire Safety
Only trained staff handle servers/electrical equipment; wiring and ventilation checked regularly.
Fire extinguishers, first aid, evacuation routes and annual mock drills in place.
Health & Well-being
Promote physical & mental health and reasonable workplace adjustments.
Invite medical experts for awareness sessions.
Incident Reporting
Report all incidents and near-misses immediately; investigations follow to prevent recurrence.
Safety Team
Management appoints the safety team. Current members include:
Mr. Nitin Suryawanshi – Safety Officer
Mr. Riyaj Tamboli
Mr. Aniket Khule
Mr. Sahil Patil
Mr. Vaibhav Chandankar
Mandatory Practices
Drinking water testing twice a year by an approved lab.
Overhead/storage tanks cleaned every 6 months (Oct & Mar).
PPE required for site visits as applicable.
Annual fire & emergency mock drills; first aid kit maintained.
Important emergency contacts displayed in common areas.
Daily washroom hygiene checks; facilities for ladies provided.
Healthy breakfast provided; feedback collected daily.
Comprehensive health insurance for confirmed employees.
