Anurag Engineering College organized an industrial visit from April 11th to 12^th, 2025 for IV B.Tech I Semester students of Electrical & Electronics Engineering, aiming to bridge academic learning with real-world industrial practices. The students visited Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ) in Visakhapatnam, where they explored advanced medical device manufacturing processes, gained real-world exposure to apply electrical and electronics engineering in the healthcare sector. Additionally, they toured Jindal Urban Waste Management (Visakhapatnam) Limited, a facility that converts municipal solid waste into energy, providing students with practical exposure to sustainable power generation and waste management systems.

1. Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ)
Overview:
AMTZ is one of Asia’s largest medical device manufacturing parks, located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. It serves as a one-stop solution for medical technology innovation, research, development, and production.

Key Highlights of the Visit:

• Introduction to medical device manufacturing processes and quality standards.
• Exposure to advanced diagnostic equipment and production technologies.
• Visit to in-house testing labs, R&D facilities, and manufacturing units.
• Interaction with industry professionals and technical experts.
• Insights into regulatory compliance, product design, and innovation ecosystem.

2. Jindal Urban Waste Management (Visakhapatnam) Ltd
Overview:
Jindal Urban Waste Management Ltd is responsible for integrated solid waste management services in Visakhapatnam. The facility is part of a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, handling the collection, segregation, processing, and disposal of municipal solid waste.

Key Highlights of the Visit:

• Understanding of waste segregation, recycling, and composting techniques.
• Live demonstration of waste-to-energy conversion processes.
• Overview of machinery used in waste processing like shredders, compactors, and segregators.
• Discussions on environmental sustainability, urban sanitation, and waste reduction strategies.

Conclusion:
The visit to AMTZ and Jindal Urban Waste Management Ltd offered students valuable insights into two crucial sectors—healthcare technology and environmental sustainability. It enhanced their understanding of industrial practices, encouraged innovation, and inspired them to consider career opportunities in these growing fields.