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September 12, 2025
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Dear Friends,

At Saitech Informatics, we strongly believe that trust is built on clarity. Our consultancy approach is structured, transparent, and client-friendly. We understand that in industrial projects, results may take several iterations, and satisfaction levels may vary. That is why we follow a stage-wise consultancy model with clear pricing, so clients know exactly what they are paying for. When you approach the consultant, please discuss with him with full details about you, your technical background, the purpose of contact with the details of your company.

In order to encourage young graduates and engineers, our consultancy charges are designed to be fair and affordable, starting from ₹3,750 and extending up to ₹15,000 per stage, depending on the scope of work, type of product, complexity, and level of documentation required.

Please go through this stage-wise consultancy model. I believe this documentation will be useful and clarify the doubts of many entrerpreneurs and professionals. In this AI world, we are struggling from too much of data and get perplexed between the real and genuine data. We are here to support you, guide you and clarify your doubts.

Yours Sincerly,

Dr E. Ramanathan

Stage-Wise Consultancy Model

Stage 1 – Formula Guidelines (Basic Chemistry)

  • Scope: Explaining formulation chemistry, raw material roles, and expected performance.
  • Deliverable: Brief technical guideline (note/presentation).
  • Fee: ₹3,750 – ₹15,000 depending on the type of product.
  • Purpose of Training: To create an awareness about the product with the basic chemistry
  • Free Formula Guidlelines: Some basic products are freely available in our website and youtube channel.
  • Premium Formula Cards: Can be purchased in our digital store in www.saitechinfo.com website.

Stage 2 – Lab-Scale Trial (Client’s End)

  • Scope: Client conducts small-batch trials with our guidance and troubleshooting support.
  • Deliverable: Trial feedback and performance review.
  • Fee: ₹5,000 – ₹7,500 per trial (remote) | up to ₹10,000 to 15,000 (onsite/day)
  • Onsite option is based on the availablity of the consultant only.

Stage 3 – Consultancy Discussions

  • Scope: Meetings, calls, technical clarifications, and improvement discussions.
  • Deliverable: Session notes or summary report.
  • Fee: ₹3,750 – ₹7,500 per session (depending on duration)
  • Failures, errors are recorded as case study to create updated version of each formula.

Stage 4 – Standardization & SOP

  • Scope: Final process documents, SOPs, QC protocols, and standardization for industrial adoption.
  • Formula standardisation: The standardisation of formula is based on the quality of the raw materials, machinery choice and the quality process.
  • Deliverable: Comprehensive Technical Document Pack (Word/PDF).
  • Fee: ₹7,500 – ₹10,000

Terms & Conditions

  1. Fees at each stage are independent and payable on completion of stage, non-adjustable against future stages.
  2. Consultancy fees apply irrespective of client’s acceptance/rejection of formula.
  3. Stage 4 fees become due before release of final SOP and documentation.
  4. Travel, boarding, and lodging (if required onsite) are charged extra at actuals.
  5. Taxes (GST, if applicable) are extra.
  6. Documents are releases only on completion of payment of the required fees.

Summary

  • Affordable entry point (starting ₹3,750).
  • Transparent stages – you pay for each phase, no hidden costs.
  • Flexibility – clients can choose how far they want to proceed.
  • Expert guidance – backed by 40+ years of experience in surface coating technology.
  • Better Understanding – This gives any client a better understanding to make use of Saitechinfo consultancy services.
  • AI Support – We use the generative AI models to support our documentations based on the orginial technical notes shared by our technical experts.

References

Books, Handbooks and Published Articles

  1. Matthews, A., & Rickerby, D. (1991). Advanced Surface Coatings: A Handbook of Surface Engineering. Springer.
  2. Streitberger, H. J., & Goldschmidt, A. (2003). BASF Handbook on Basics of Coating Technology. William Andrew.
  3. Modern Surface Technology. (2006). Wiley.
  4. Coatings Technology Handbook (3rd ed.). CRC Press.
  5. Surface Coating Technology Handbook. NIIR Board.
  6. Canning, W. (1978). Surface Finishing Technology: A Practical Guide. W. Canning Publications.
  7. Turner, G. P. A. (1998). Introduction to Paint Chemistry and Principles of Paint Technology (4th ed.). Chapman & Hall.
  8. Turner, G. P. A. (1967). Outlines of Paint Technology. Chapman & Hall.
  1. Abiraman, T., Ramanathan, E., Kavitha, G., & Rengasamy, R. (2017). Synthesis of chitosan capped copper oxide nanoleaves using high intensity (30 kHz) ultrasound sonication and their application in antifouling coatings. Ultrasonics Sonochemistry, 34, 781–791.
  2. Ramanathan, E., & Balasubramanian, S. (2016). Comparative study on polyester epoxy powder coat and amide cured epoxy liquid paint over nano-zirconia treated mild steel. Progress in Organic Coatings, 93, 68–76.
  3. Ramanathan, E., & Balasubramanian, S. (2016). Synthesis and characterization of hexafluorozirconic acid powder and its application in nanoceramic coating. Surface and Coatings Technology, 304, 228–236.
  4. Ramanathan, E. (2008). AIEEE Chemistry. Sura Books.
  5. Ramanathan, E. (2005). Dictionary of Chemistry. Sura Books.
  6. Ramaanathan, E, Nanoceramic Coatings Synthesis Characterization And Their Applications, PhD Thesis, Univ. of Madras, http://hdl.handle.net/10603/379520

ResearchGate Profile: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Ramanathan-Ethirajan

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