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Service & Textile

Filters for Air Conditioners Service

₹12.3 L(₹12,28,000) · ₹10–25LUp to 35% subsidy
Process plant · QC · Inventory-heavy

The pitch

Produce and supply custom air‑conditioner filters for HVAC service firms and textile machinery maintenance.

Direct sales to HVAC service companies, textile mills, and maintenance contractors via B2B sales and online B2B platforms. Manufacturing involves cutting, laminating, and sealing filter media; QC ensures airflow and dust retention; inventory of raw materials and finished filters is maintained.

₹12,28,000 covers procurement of filter manufacturing machinery, raw material storage, and a small workshop setup.

Watch-outs

Idea-specific discussion points — not automatic disqualification

  • High competition from established filter suppliers

    Existing players have brand recognition and bulk pricing advantages.

  • Seasonal demand fluctuations

    Demand peaks during summer and winter, requiring flexible production scheduling.

  • Raw material price volatility

    Fluctuations in polyester and activated carbon prices can impact cost margins.

  • Compliance with environmental regulations for filter disposal

    Disposal of used filters must meet local waste management norms.

  • Need for skilled labor in filter assembly

    Limited availability of trained technicians may increase training costs.

Education gate

Show the proof

Sourcing — coming soon

Scheme mechanics

  • PMEGP (PMAY) scheme for micro‑enterprises

VIII pass required; must have at least 8th grade education; for service/business > ₹5L, verify guidelines.

Plan the money

Subsidy split, EMI, and an indicative breakeven — adjust the assumptions to your own numbers.

Financial planner

Subsidy split, EMI, and an indicative breakeven — for discussion only (indicative-2026-08-01).

Margin money (25%)

₹3,07,000

Own contribution (10%)

₹1,22,800

Bank credit (illustrative)

₹7,98,200

Estimated EMI

₹13,251/mo

Breakeven

Month 15

Indicative DSCR

1.62

  • Figures are illustrative for discussion, not a sanction estimate.
  • Actual margin money and contribution depend on current PMEGP guidelines and implementing agency.
  • Land cost is generally excluded from project cost under the scheme.
  • Full-capacity revenue is estimated at 2× project cost (₹12.3 L) — adjust it to your own numbers.

Indicative only — actual bank DSCR calculations add back depreciation; treat this as a sense-check, not a bank figure. Verify with your CA/bank before applying.

Next 90 days

  1. Finalize supplier contracts for raw materials
  2. Set up workshop and procure machinery
  3. Recruit and train 2–3 technicians
  4. Launch pilot production and quality testing
  5. Start sales outreach to local HVAC service providers

Engage Founder's Office & Co

Showcase prototype filters, demonstrate airflow improvement, and provide cost savings data to potential buyers.

Attached shortlist: 1 idea

Disclaimer: Costs and sample reports are published by PMEGP / MSME authorities. FoundersOffice Idea Browser is an independent discovery and briefing tool — not affiliated with the Government of India, MSME, KVIC, DIC, or any bank. Nothing here is a sanction, loan offer, or guarantee of subsidy. Heuristics and future scores are advisory; verify on the official portal before applying.

Sample profile sourced from the PMEGP scheme (Ministry of MSME) · verify against the official PDF before filing.

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