Lloyds Metals Installs Air Dome for 4 Million Tonnes Per Annum Pellet Plant at Ghugus, Maharashtra

A different approach to large-scale industrial construction is taking shape at Ghugus in Maharashtra, where Lloyds Metals & Energy Ltd has installed one of India’s first Air Domes for construction activity at its upcoming pellet plant.

The membrane-based structure creates a large, enclosed and column-free workspace for construction teams. Unlike an open construction site, the controlled environment is designed to keep dust, emissions and noise contained within the work zone.

The Air Dome has been installed for Lloyds Metals’ upcoming 4 Million Tonnes Per Annum pellet plant at Ghugus, Maharashtra. The company’s approach focuses on reducing the impact of construction activity on the surrounding environment while providing teams with a more consistent and controlled workspace.

The structure also offers an alternative to conventional temporary construction infrastructure. According to the company, the membrane-based dome generates significantly less construction waste and provides an energy-efficient and cost-effective option for projects of this scale.

Weather is another factor being addressed through the enclosed design. Construction teams can operate within a protected environment despite changing weather conditions, allowing activities to continue with greater consistency and control.

For a major industrial project in Maharashtra, the significance of the Air Dome goes beyond simply creating a covered construction area. By enclosing the work zone, Lloyds Metals is seeking to manage several construction-related impacts within a controlled environment.

Dust, emissions and noise can be more effectively contained inside the structure, while the column-free design provides an uninterrupted workspace for construction activity.

The installation at Ghugus also highlights how industrial construction methods are evolving as companies look for ways to balance project execution with environmental considerations. Large-scale facilities typically require extensive temporary infrastructure during construction, making the choice of construction systems an important part of project planning.

At Ghugus, the Air Dome is now part of the construction activity for Lloyds Metals’ planned 4 Million Tonnes Per Annum pellet plant in Maharashtra. As development progresses, the enclosed facility is expected to support construction operations while helping create better-controlled conditions around the project site.

The project adds another example of how new construction technologies are being considered for large industrial developments, particularly where controlling the impact of construction activity is becoming increasingly important.