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MAKING FLUORESCENT TUBE STARTERS

This business idea is for production of fluorescent tube starters. They are the balls that help start the fluorescent tube. A fluorescent lamp or fluorescent tube is a gas-discharge lamp that uses electricity to excite mercury vapor.The business idea aims at production of 13,000 per month. The revenue potential is estimated at 300 US$ per year and the total capital investment for the project is 688 US$. Plant capacity Production of 13,000 pieces of starters is anticipated per month. Production process Fibre sheets are cut to required size on a ball press. After, starters are manufactured with

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SHOCK ABSORBER RECONDITIONING

Shock absorbers are essential items for smooth riding of any automobile. Their basic function is to absorb any shocks to ensure a comfortable ride and better control of the vehicle/automobile. With the high number of automobiles in Uganda and noting the state of most of Uganda’s roads, the rate at which shock absorbers are replaced is high. Therefore, starting a plant for reconditioning shock absorbers is a very viable project indeed. The project cost is US$12,740, capacity of 4,000 per year giving US$978 as revenue in a year.

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MAKING MOSQUITO COIL

Mosquito coil is mosquito repelling incense usually shaped into a spiral; and typically made from a dried paste of pyrethrum powder. The coil is usually held at the center of the spiral, suspending it in the air, or wedged by two pieces of fireproof nettings to allow continuous smoldering. Burning usually begins at the outer end of the spiral and progresses slowly toward the centre of the spiral, producing a mosquito-repellent smoke. A typical mosquito coil can measure around 15 cm in diameter and lasts up to 8 hours. Mosquito coils are widely used in Asia, Africa, and South America. The Produ

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MAKING LLDPE MAILING COVER / ENVELOPES

Linear low-density polyethylene(LLDPE)is a linear polymer,m with short number of branches; it has a narrower molecular weight. LLDPE mailing covers and envelops are a good substitute for the conventional paper covers. Aesthetically designed and lightweight, these envelopes also save on postage charges and can be recycled, have excellent wear and tear resistance and are durable. A plant to make such products can be put up anywhere in Uganda, and it can cost US$78,055 with a production capacity of 50,000Kgs per year and estimated revenue of US$996 annually.

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UREA-MOLASSES MULTI -NUTRIENT BLOCK

This project is about manufacturing cattle licks containing Urea, Molasses, Vitamins, minerals and other nutrients that may be included in the recipe. These blocks are quite convenient to package, transport, and store. This is an easy feeding method and it is quite nutritive because the lick combines a variety of nutrients. At the manufacturing level, a lot more can be added as may be desired.

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MAKING SEALING WAX

This business idea is for the production and marketing of Sealing Wax. The idea is premised on the production of 13,000 Sealing wax per month. The revenue potential is estimated at US$750 per year. This investment can cost US$ 62,256.