{ "company": { "legal_name": "Nava Design and Innovation Pvt Ltd", "brand_name": "NAVA Design & Innovation", "tagline": "The World's First Coconut Sap Tapping Robot", "website": "https://www.navainnovation.com", "founded_by": "Charles Vijay Varghese", "industry": "Agri-Tech / Farm Automation / Robotics", "location": { "city": "Aluva / Kochi", "district": "Ernakulam", "state": "Kerala", "country": "India", "postal_code": "683101", "full_address": "Nava Design and Innovation Pvt Ltd, 2/184, 2/184/A, Nazerath Road, Near Nirmala LP School, Aluva, Ernakulam, Kerala, 683101" }, "name_meaning": "Nava means new or fresh in Malayalam", "description": "Award-winning product company from Kochi reinventing coconut sap collection with field-tested robotics, farmer empathy, and patented engineering.", "vision": "To be a global leader in agri-tech innovation. To transform traditional farming practices through sustainable, technology-driven solutions that empower farmers and enhance agricultural productivity.", "mission": "To develop and deliver advanced AI-powered and robotic solutions that improve efficiency, increase farmer income, and promote sustainable agriculture while creating value-added opportunities in the agri sector.", "origin_story": "The company was created to reinvent a centuries-old practice with mechanised sap tapping, cleaner collection, and safer farm operations. After presenting the idea to the Coconut Development Board of India and receiving positive feedback, the founder moved into full-time product development and field testing.", "copyright": "Copyright 2026 Nava Design & Innovation Pvt Ltd. All rights reserved." }, "products": [ { "name": "SAPER", "full_name": "SAPER Coconut Sap Tapping Robot", "category": "Farm Automation Robot", "description": "The world's first autonomous coconut sap tapping robot. A solar-powered, IoT-enabled robot performing precision tapping and ground sap collection.", "patent_status": "Patented in 12 countries", "trademark_status": "SAPER and NAVA are registered trademarks", "target_application": "Coconut sap (neera) collection from coconut trees", "supported_flower_stalk_diameter_mm": 100, "earlier_prototype_diameter_mm": 120, "future_crops_roadmap": ["fishtail palm", "palmyra"], "power_sources": [ "Solar Panel", "Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery", "Grid Power via AC-DC Adapter", "Hybrid combinations" ], "connectivity": ["Cellular", "WiFi", "IoT"], "cutting_frequency_hours": 6, "cuts_per_day": 4, "cuts_vs_manual_ratio": "4x more cuts than manual tapping", "collection_method": "100% Sealed pipeline to ground-level container", "sanitization": "Automatic pressure washing with sanitizer and water after each cut", "operational_lifetime_years": 7, "climbs_eliminated_per_unit": "10,000+", "sap_yield_increase_percent": 10, "impurity_percent": 0, "key_metrics": { "climbs_eliminated": "10,000+ per 7-year life", "higher_sap_yield": "+10%", "impurities": "0%" }, "features": [ { "name": "Precision Cutting", "description": "Every 6 hours — four times more cuts than manual tapping, maximizing sap flow." }, { "name": "Auto Sharpening", "description": "Self-sharpening blade design keeps cuts clean through repeated cycles." }, { "name": "Auto Cleaning", "description": "Pressure-wash sanitization after every collection cycle protects sap quality." }, { "name": "IoT Enabled", "description": "Real-time yield data, cutting logs, and collection-ready alerts sent to the farmer." }, { "name": "Mobile App", "description": "Monitor tapping activity, collection status, and device health from anywhere." }, { "name": "Flexible Power Source", "description": "Versatile energy routing that accommodates completely grid-free solar, swappable battery cells, or combined hybrid power." } ], "workflow_steps": [ { "step": 1, "name": "Flower Preparation", "description": "Manually bend the flower bud below horizontal to allow sap to flow — the only manual setup step required." }, { "step": 2, "name": "SAPER Installation & Init", "description": "Install SAPER manually, then initialize tapping from the mobile app. SAPER takes over all cutting from here." }, { "step": 3, "name": "Ground-Level Collection", "description": "Collect pure neera from the sealed container at the base of the tree. Safe, clean, and scalable." } ], "specs_vs_traditional": [ { "specification": "Climbing Frequency", "saper": "3 climbs per one flower (Flower prep, installation and swapping)", "traditional": "2 to 3 climbs DAILY per tree" }, { "specification": "Cutting Frequency", "saper": "Customizable Cutting Schedule (Precision Micro-Cuts)", "traditional": "Max 3 times daily (Subject to labor limits)" }, { "specification": "Power Source", "saper": "Solar Panel, Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery, or Grid Power (via AC-DC Adapter)", "traditional": "Manual physical energy (dangerous climbs)" }, { "specification": "Sanitization System", "saper": "Automatic pressure washing with sanitizer and water after each cut", "traditional": "Manual water rinse (often irregular)" }, { "specification": "Collection Path", "saper": "100% Sealed pipeline to ground-level container", "traditional": "Open clay pot at crown (prone to dust, water & pests)" }, { "specification": "Data Connectivity", "saper": "Real-time IoT logs, App alerts via cellular/WiFi", "traditional": "None (requires physical inspection)" }, { "specification": "Safety Rating", "saper": "Reduced Climbing, Lower Risk", "traditional": "High risk (Frequent slips & injuries)" } ] } ], "people": [ { "name": "Charles Vijay Varghese", "role": "Founder, CEO & CTO", "type": "Founder / Leadership", "photo": "/assets/images/team/charles.webp", "bio": "Founder of Nava, driven by a vision to create technology that empowers businesses and transforms everyday experiences. He believes that true innovation is not just about building products, but about solving meaningful problems and creating lasting impact. Through bold thinking, purposeful leadership, and an unwavering commitment to excellence, Charles is shaping Nava into a company that inspires progress, builds trust, and delivers value for generations to come." }, { "name": "Shinokumar S H", "role": "Production & Ops", "photo": "/assets/images/team/shino.webp" }, { "name": "Anup Sebastian", "role": "Mechanical Designer", "photo": "/assets/images/team/anup.webp" }, { "name": "Deepak Sabu", "role": "Full Stack Developer", "photo": "/assets/images/team/deepak.webp" }, { "name": "Bibin Tomy", "role": "Firmware Developer", "photo": "/assets/images/team/bibin.webp" }, { "name": "Abel James", "role": "Hardware Designer", "photo": "/assets/images/team/abel.webp" }, { "name": "Akshay Venugopal", "role": "Mechanical Designer", "photo": "/assets/images/team/Akshay.webp" }, { "name": "Gokul T S", "role": "Mechanical Designer", "photo": "/assets/images/team/gokul.webp" }, { "name": "Lakshmi S Pillai", "role": "Finance & Inventory", "photo": "/assets/images/team/lakshmi.webp" }, { "name": "Anjali Krishna", "role": "HR & Admin", "photo": "/assets/images/team/anjaly.webp" }, { "name": "Binsil John", "role": "Electronics", "photo": "/assets/images/team/binsil.webp" } ], "awards": [ { "name": "PM National Startup Award 2020", "full_name": "Prime Minister National Startup Award 2020", "year": 2020, "domain": "Agricultural Productivity", "description": "Recognised in the agricultural productivity domain (2020)." }, { "name": "Coconut Development Board National Award for Invention", "short_name": "CDB National Award", "awarding_body": "Coconut Development Board of India", "description": "National Award for Invention from the Coconut Development Board." } ], "patents": [ { "type": "Utility Patents", "count": 12, "description": "Utility patents granted across 12 countries.", "note": "SAPER and NAVA are also protected as registered trademarks." } ], "technologies": [ { "name": "IoT (Internet of Things)", "application": "Real-time monitoring, yield data, cutting logs, collection alerts via cellular/WiFi" }, { "name": "Mobile Application", "application": "SAPER initialization, remote monitoring, device health, collection status" }, { "name": "Precision Robotics", "application": "Automated micro-cutting of coconut flower buds at 6-hour intervals" }, { "name": "Auto-Sharpening Blade", "application": "Self-sharpening blade mechanism for consistent cuts" }, { "name": "Sealed Pipeline Collection", "application": "Zero open-air exposure sap transport from flower to ground container" }, { "name": "Pressure-Wash Sanitization", "application": "Automated cleaning of collection path after each cut" }, { "name": "Solar Power", "application": "Grid-free operation on coconut farms" }, { "name": "Lithium-Ion Battery", "application": "Rechargeable, swappable energy storage" }, { "name": "AI / Robotics", "application": "Mission statement references AI-powered solutions for farm automation" } ], "faq": [ { "question": "Why does SAPER matter for coconut sap collection?", "answer": "Coconut sap collection is held back by unsafe tree climbing, uneven manual work, open collection, scarce skilled tappers, and limited scalability. These issues reinforce each other — tapping dependent on a shrinking labour pool cannot scale; open collection suffers quality issues; repeated climbing is a safety blocker. SAPER responds by moving critical work into an automated device: precision cutting, closed collection, automated cleaning, ground-level collection, and remote monitoring.", "url": "https://www.navainnovation.com/blog/why-saper-matters/" }, { "question": "Does SAPER damage the coconut tree?", "answer": "No. SAPER is designed around controlled, precision micro-tapping. The system cuts only the flower tip at calibrated intervals, extracting the sap that the coconut tree naturally produces instead of stressing the trunk or crown. The process also reduces repeated manual climbing, which lowers accidental physical damage around the tree. Pilot farms have shown no reduction in nut yield.", "url": "https://www.navainnovation.com/blog/does-saper-damage-coconut-trees/" }, { "question": "What flower sizes does SAPER support?", "answer": "The current commercial unit supports coconut flower stalks up to 100 mm in diameter, covering the vast majority of commercial coconut varieties across India, Southeast Asia, and Sri Lanka. Earlier prototypes supported up to 120 mm, and the product roadmap includes future variants for related crops such as fishtail palm and palmyra.", "url": "https://www.navainnovation.com/blog/what-flower-sizes-does-saper-support/" }, { "question": "How does SAPER ensure sap purity?", "answer": "SAPER protects the flower-to-container path with a sealed hopper, blocking outside contaminants such as dust, rainwater, insects, and animals. After collection cycles, the system runs pressure-wash sanitization so the collection path stays clean without requiring a tapper to climb back up the tree. The result is ground-level collection with strong hygiene control.", "url": "https://www.navainnovation.com/blog/how-saper-ensures-sap-purity/" }, { "question": "Is SAPER patented? Where?", "answer": "Yes. NAVA holds granted utility patents in 12 countries. The NAVA brand and SAPER product name are also protected through registered trademarks. This intellectual-property position protects the core product design and gives NAVA a strategic advantage as automated sap collection scales across coconut-producing regions.", "url": "https://www.navainnovation.com/blog/where-is-saper-patented/" }, { "question": "How do farmers control and monitor SAPER?", "answer": "SAPER is initialized from a mobile app. After setup, the device performs tapping autonomously and sends useful operating data back to the farmer. The IoT-enabled system can sync yield data, cutting logs, and collection-ready alerts, giving farmers visibility without repeated climbs. This turns sap collection into a more predictable farm operation: fewer dangerous climbs, clearer records, and better timing for collection and processing.", "url": "https://www.navainnovation.com/blog/how-farmers-monitor-saper/" } ], "pages": [ { "url": "https://www.navainnovation.com/", "title": "Nava Design & Innovation | SAPER", "description": "SAPER by Nava Design and Innovation automates coconut sap collection with a patented farm robot.", "type": "homepage" }, { "url": "https://www.navainnovation.com/saper/", "title": "SAPER Product | Nava Innovation", "description": "Product details, problem statement, demo videos, features, and benefits of SAPER.", "type": "product" }, { "url": "https://www.navainnovation.com/aboutus/", "title": "About Us | Nava Innovation", "description": "The origin story, founder, team, awards, and traction behind Nava Innovation.", "type": "about" }, { "url": "https://www.navainnovation.com/blog/", "title": "Blog | Nava Innovation", "description": "Articles and answers from Nava Innovation about SAPER and coconut sap collection.", "type": "blog_index" }, { "url": "https://www.navainnovation.com/career/", "title": "Career | Nava Innovation", "description": "Career opportunities at Nava Innovation.", "type": "career" }, { "url": "https://www.navainnovation.com/partnership/", "title": "Partnership | Nava Innovation", "description": "Partnership opportunities for SAPER pilots, plantations, processors, distributors, and strategic collaborators.", "type": "partnership" }, { "url": "https://www.navainnovation.com/order-enquiry/", "title": "Order/enquiry | Nava Innovation", "description": "Order, demo, pre-booking, and partnership enquiry page for SAPER.", "type": "contact" }, { "url": "https://www.navainnovation.com/blog/why-saper-matters/", "title": "Why SAPER matters for coconut sap collection | Nava Blog", "description": "The core problem statement from the SAPER deck: unsafe climbing, uneven yield, contamination, scarce labour, and poor scalability.", "type": "blog_article", "category": "Problem Statement" }, { "url": "https://www.navainnovation.com/blog/does-saper-damage-coconut-trees/", "title": "Does SAPER damage the coconut tree? | Nava Blog", "description": "How precision micro-tapping protects tree health while collecting the sap the tree naturally produces.", "type": "blog_article", "category": "Tree Health" }, { "url": "https://www.navainnovation.com/blog/what-flower-sizes-does-saper-support/", "title": "What flower sizes does SAPER support? | Nava Blog", "description": "A look at the supported flower stalk dimensions and the commercial varieties SAPER is built for.", "type": "blog_article", "category": "Compatibility" }, { "url": "https://www.navainnovation.com/blog/how-saper-ensures-sap-purity/", "title": "How does SAPER ensure sap purity? | Nava Blog", "description": "Why sealed collection, protected flow paths, and auto-cleaning matter for high-quality neera.", "type": "blog_article", "category": "Quality Control" }, { "url": "https://www.navainnovation.com/blog/where-is-saper-patented/", "title": "Is SAPER patented? Where? | Nava Blog", "description": "NAVA holds granted utility patents across 12 countries, with SAPER and NAVA protected as trademarks.", "type": "blog_article", "category": "IP & Patents" }, { "url": "https://www.navainnovation.com/blog/how-farmers-monitor-saper/", "title": "How do farmers control and monitor SAPER? | Nava Blog", "description": "The mobile-app workflow behind autonomous tapping, yield visibility, and collection-ready alerts.", "type": "blog_article", "category": "Software" } ], "articles": [ { "title": "Why SAPER matters for coconut sap collection", "url": "https://www.navainnovation.com/blog/why-saper-matters/", "category": "Problem Statement", "summary": "Coconut sap collection is held back by unsafe tree climbing, uneven manual work, open collection, scarce skilled tappers, and limited scalability. These issues reinforce each other. SAPER responds by moving critical work into an automated device." }, { "title": "Does SAPER damage the coconut tree?", "url": "https://www.navainnovation.com/blog/does-saper-damage-coconut-trees/", "category": "Tree Health", "summary": "No. SAPER uses precision micro-tapping, cutting only the flower tip at calibrated intervals. Pilot farms show no reduction in nut yield." }, { "title": "What flower sizes does SAPER support?", "url": "https://www.navainnovation.com/blog/what-flower-sizes-does-saper-support/", "category": "Compatibility", "summary": "Supports up to 100 mm flower stalk diameter. Covers most commercial varieties in India, Southeast Asia, and Sri Lanka. Roadmap includes fishtail palm and palmyra." }, { "title": "How does SAPER ensure sap purity?", "url": "https://www.navainnovation.com/blog/how-saper-ensures-sap-purity/", "category": "Quality Control", "summary": "Sealed hopper blocks dust, rain, insects, animals. Pressure-wash sanitization after each cycle. Ground-level collection for hygiene control." }, { "title": "Is SAPER patented? Where?", "url": "https://www.navainnovation.com/blog/where-is-saper-patented/", "category": "IP & Patents", "summary": "NAVA holds granted utility patents in 12 countries. SAPER and NAVA are registered trademarks." }, { "title": "How do farmers control and monitor SAPER?", "url": "https://www.navainnovation.com/blog/how-farmers-monitor-saper/", "category": "Software", "summary": "SAPER initialized via mobile app. Operates autonomously. Syncs yield data, cutting logs, collection-ready alerts via IoT." } ], "specifications": [ { "parameter": "Flower Stalk Diameter (Current)", "value": "Up to 100 mm" }, { "parameter": "Flower Stalk Diameter (Earlier Prototype)", "value": "Up to 120 mm" }, { "parameter": "Cutting Interval", "value": "Every 6 hours (4 cuts per day)" }, { "parameter": "Cuts vs Manual", "value": "4x more than manual tapping" }, { "parameter": "Climbing Frequency (SAPER)", "value": "3 climbs per flower (prep, install, swap)" }, { "parameter": "Climbing Frequency (Traditional)", "value": "2–3 climbs daily per tree" }, { "parameter": "Power Sources", "value": "Solar Panel, Lithium-Ion Battery, AC-DC Grid Adapter" }, { "parameter": "Sanitization", "value": "Automatic pressure wash with sanitizer after each cut" }, { "parameter": "Collection Path", "value": "100% sealed pipeline to ground-level container" }, { "parameter": "Data Connectivity", "value": "Real-time IoT logs via cellular/WiFi" }, { "parameter": "App Language Support", "value": "English (EN), Malayalam (ML)" }, { "parameter": "Operational Lifetime", "value": "~7 years" }, { "parameter": "Climbs Eliminated per Unit", "value": "10,000+" }, { "parameter": "Sap Yield Increase", "value": "+10%" }, { "parameter": "Impurities", "value": "0%" }, { "parameter": "Patent Count", "value": "12 countries" } ], "contacts": { "product_and_sales": { "phone": "+91-8891121118", "email": "sales@navainnovation.com" }, "investment_and_partnership": { "phone": "+91-8848506173", "email": "info@navainnovation.com" }, "office": { "name": "Nava Design and Innovation Pvt Ltd", "address": "2/184, 2/184/A, Nazerath Road, Near Nirmala LP School, Aluva, Ernakulam, Kerala, 683101", "maps_url": "https://goo.gl/maps/uEtFJLTLTRL2" }, "social_media": { "facebook": "https://www.facebook.com/navainnovation/", "instagram": "https://www.instagram.com/nava_innovation/", "twitter_x": "https://twitter.com/Nava_Innovation", "linkedin": "https://www.linkedin.com/company/nava-design-innovation-private-limited/" } } }