How Mstack cracked the code of cross-border chemical manufacturing

Indian founders are scripting a revolution in cross-border manufacturing. These are category defining business models that are recalibrating the established ways of doing business. Mstack is one such player. A cross-border manufacturing platform that capitalises on lower Asian production costs to disrupt the US specialty chemicals market. Understanding buyer needs, implementing a full stack solution […]

Forbes India 30 Under 30 2024: Meet our young disruptors and trailblazers

The year 2023 was big for some. Take, for instance, Aaquib Wani, the man behind the Indian cricket team’s newly designed jerseys for the ODI, T20I, and Test formats. And cricketer Shubman Gill, who became only the third Indian batter to score 10 international centuries at the age of 24, joining Sachin Tendulkar and Virat […]

The Role of Chemicals in Oil Refining

Chemicals play a vital role in the oil refining process. Refining crude oil into usable products like gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel requires various chemical treatments that optimize efficiency and quality. One of the most important processes is cracking, where complex hydrocarbons are broken down into simpler molecules. Catalysts, such as zeolites, are used to accelerate these reactions. Additionally, anti-corrosion agents protect the infrastructure of refineries from wear and tear caused by acidic compounds, while demulsifiers are essential in separating water from crude oil during extraction.