CONDOM MANUFACTURING FROM LATEX
[CODE NO.1947]
Condoms are thin sheaths worn by men during sexual intercourse to prevent pregnancy and venereal infections. According to the 1995 National Survey of Family Growth, conducted by the National Center for Health Statistics in Hyattsville, Maryland, male condoms or prophylactics are the third most popular form of birth control—proceeded only by female sterilization (29.5%) and birth control pills (28.5%)—with usage at 17.7%. They are also one of the most effective: research indicates that with correct use, failure rates are 2-3%. Most condoms are made of latex rubber, but they can also be made from lamb cecum or polyurethane.
In addition to their contraceptive value, condom use has been found effective in preventing the spread of sexually transmitted diseases. In 1986, the U.S. Surgeon General endorsed the use of condoms as the only currently available effective barrier against the transmission of Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS). The spread of many other sexually transmitted diseases, such as chlamydia and gonorrhea, can also be virtually eliminated with the use of a latex condom. With the government touting the health benefits of condom use, manufacturers openly advertise their products, and retailers stock condoms in visible, accessible locations. Condoms, previously kept behind the prescription counter, are now found on most store shelves. Today in the U.S., 450 million condoms are sold each year.
COST ESTIMATION (US$)
Plant Capacity 100000.00 Pieces/day
Land & Building (2000 Sq.Mtr) US$. 4.88 Lacs
Plant & Machinery US$. 3.00 Lacs
W.C. for 2 Month US$. 68.00 Thousand
Total Capital Investment US$ 8.83 Lacs
Rate of Return 32%
Break Even Point 52%
INTRODUCTION
DESCRIPTION OF THE PROCESS
CLASSIFICATION OF CONDOMS
REQUIREMENTS (PROPERTIES)
PACKING & MARKING
USES AND APPLICATION
B.I.S. SPECIFICATIONS
INTERNATIONAL SPECIFICATION OF LATEX CONDOM
MARKET POSITION OF LATEX CONDOM
MANUFACTURERS OF LATEX CONDOMS
VARIOUS DIPPING METHODS
RAW MATERIALS AND UTILITIES
PREPARATION OF LATEX SOLUTION (COMPOUNDING)
TESTING AND PACKAGING
MAJOR STEPS ON VOLVED IN CONDOM MANUFACTURE
SEQUENCES IN LATEX CONDOM MANUFACTURE
CONDOM MANUFACTURING PROCESS
DETAILED MANUFACTURING PROCESS OF CONDOM
QUALITY CONTROL AND MEASUREMENTS
CONDOM MANUFACTURING FLOW CHART
TESTING METHOD OF LATEX CONDOM
PRINCIPLES OF PLANT LAYOUT
PLANT LOCATION FACTORS
EXPLANATION OF TERMS USED IN THE PROJECT REPORT
PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULES
CONDOM PRODUCTION LINE
COMPLETE LATEX CONDOM MAKING MACHINERY SUPPLIERS
MANUFACTURERS AND SUPPLIERS OF RUBBER MACHINERY
& TESTING EQUIPMENT
MANUFACTURERS & SUPPLIER OF RAW MATERIALS
SUPPLIER OF RAW MATERIALS (GLOBAL)
APPENDIX – A :
1. COST OF PLANT ECONOMICS
2. LAND & BUILDING
3. PLANT AND MACHINERY
4. FIXED CAPITAL INVESTMENT
5. RAW MATERIAL
6. SALARY AND WAGES
7. UTILITIES AND OVERHEADS
8. TOTAL WORKING CAPITAL
9. COST OF PRODUCTION
10. PROFITABILITY ANALYSIS
11. BREAK EVEN POINT
12. RESOURCES OF FINANCE
13. INTEREST CHART
14. DEPRECIATION CHART
15. CASH FLOW STATEMENT
16. PROJECTED BALANCE SHEET