Science for Society Techno Services Private Limited (S4S Technologies) is an award-winning agri-tech enterprise based in Aurangabad, Maharashtra, dedicated to sustainable food processing and zero-waste supply chains. The company specializes in solar-powered food processing equipment and high-quality dehydrated foods, serving food brands, ingredient manufacturers, and global distributors.
Brief History
Founded by Vaibhav Baburao Tidke, S4S Technologies began as a social innovation initiative to reduce post-harvest food loss in rural India. The company was officially incorporated to transform the food processing landscape through its patented Solar Conduction Dryer (SCD) technology and a decentralized production model powered by women entrepreneurs. Over time, S4S has evolved into a scalable, tech-enabled B2B supplier of value-added food ingredients.
Core Business
S4S Technologies operates as a:
- Manufacturer of solar-powered food processing machinery
- Producer and exporter of dehydrated fruits, vegetables, and ready-to-eat foods
- Service provider enabling micro-entrepreneurial food processing networks
- Sustainability partner to global food companies
The company bridges the gap between rural food producers and large-scale FMCG, HoReCa, and food retail clients.
Product and Service Offerings
Food Processing Equipment
- Solar Conduction Dryer (SCD): Low-cost, solar-powered food dehydration units
- HaldiTech: Haldi boiling & slicing machine
- SmartDry & FrostDry: Scalable drying technologies for food preservation
Dehydrated Products
- Dehydrated Garlic, Onion, Sweet Corn, Ginger, Tomato, Coconut, Potato
- Dehydrated Green Chilli, Green Peas, Okra, Carrot, Spinach, Cauliflower
Seasonings & Powders
- Onion Powder, Fried Onion, Tomato Powder
- Ginger Powder, Chilli Powder
Ready-to-Cook / Ready-to-Eat
- Instant Rice, Potato Flakes, Corn & Peas, Tomato Flakes
Snacking Industry Products
- Potato Pellets, Potato Chips, Corn Flakes, Potato Flakes for extruded snacks
These products are used by FMCG manufacturers, QSR chains, and export firms as high-quality, shelf-stable raw materials.
Specialisation and Core USP
S4S Technologies stands out with:
- Zero-Waste Food Processing: Utilizes every part of the produce
- Solar Conduction Drying: Patented renewable technology saving over 60% energy
- Rural Network: Operates a decentralized processing network with 700+ women micro-entrepreneurs
- Farm-to-Factory Model: Source-to-product supply traceability
Financials
While detailed private financials are not disclosed, verified data and impact reports show:
- Processed 8,000+ MT of produce to date
- Revenue exceeding ₹35 crore (~$4.2 million USD) annually (2023 estimate)
- Operational footprint in 5 Indian states
- Exporting to 12+ countries including UAE, Germany, and Singapore
Shipment Data
- Global B2B shipments of dehydrated vegetables and snack ingredients
- 10+ international buyers, including ingredient brands and food processors
- Monthly container exports via sea freight
- Product certifications for export compliance (FSSAI, APEDA, HACCP)
Target Market
- Global Food Processing & Snacking Companies
- Exporters and Distributors of Dehydrated Foods
- HoReCa and Institutional Buyers
- Social Impact & Sustainability-focused FMCG firms
Capabilities
- In-house manufacturing of food processing machinery
- Centralized sorting, quality control, and packaging unit in Maharashtra
- 700+ rural processors using decentralized solar tech
- Customization of dehydration specs, packaging, and B2B volumes
Certifications and Compliance
- FSSAI Certified
- ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management
- APEDA Registered for Exports
- Recognized by UNDP and IFC for sustainable agribusiness practices
Customer Testimonials
"The quality of S4S’s dehydrated vegetables is exceptional. We use their powders in our spice blends and sauces with great consistency."
— Product Head, Global Spice Brand
"Their solar technology is revolutionary. We source both equipment and dried ingredients and have reduced our carbon footprint significantly."
— Procurement Lead, Export-Oriented Food Company
Major Achievements
- Winner of DBS-NUS Social Venture Challenge Asia
- Recognized by World Economic Forum and UNDP as a high-impact enterprise
- Patented Solar Conduction Dryer (SCD) technology deployed in 4 countries
- Enabled income growth for over 700 rural women processors
- Processed over 12,000 MT of agricultural produce with solar-powered systems
