Afsal Sharafudeen

Engineer • Founder • Builder

I blend electrical engineering expertise with entrepreneurship to build smart factory solutions.

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Afsal Sharafudeen
3
Companies Founded
13+
Years Engineering
AED 3.8M
Capital Deployed
2
Open to Consulting • Partnerships

About

My journey began in 2013, right after completing my B.Tech in Electrical Engineering. While my classmates hunted for jobs, I dove straight into entrepreneurship — launching an LED manufacturing venture in Kerala with technology support from IIT faculty. The goal was simple: build a genuine startup in a competitive space.

But real entrepreneurship doesn't follow straight lines. Lack of resources pushed me to get creative — I designed custom machines for my companies, a strategic advantage that let us achieve multiple product manufacturing with minimal investment instead of buying separate equipment for each process. This hands-on engineering mindset became my edge.

My path took me through diverse roles — high-voltage electrical installations at Havills, marketing, and joining Waferchips as a founding team member, where we built Biocalculus (a product that gained government recognition). Moving to the Middle East, I immersed myself in healthcare startups, eventually building two successful manufacturing facilities in the UAE: a medical device manufacturing unit (one of only two in the country) and a paper cup manufacturing operation serving clients from small businesses to government facilities across the UAE, Oman, Saudi, Kuwait, and Africa.

These ventures brought unexpected opportunities — invitations to high-level meetings with embassies, the Ministry of Industry, and the Chamber of Commerce — experiences that broadened my perspective and reinforced my vision for building the right way.

Knowing when to walk away is just as important as knowing when to build. When I realized my values no longer aligned with my partners' direction, I made the decision to exit and start fresh. That principle — building with integrity and vision — now shapes everything I do.

Today, I channel that experience into my new venture: Smart Factory solutions, factory consulting, and HR training (in partnership with a psychology firm), combining technology and human development to transform how factories operate.

Vision

Transforming factories through smart technology + human development

Currently Looking For

Factory Owners • Investors • Strategic Partners • Ministry Connections • Co-founders

What I'm Building Now

Smart Factory Solutions • Factory Consulting • HR Training
Founder & CEO
2024 – Present

I help factories transform into connected, intelligent operations. My IoT systems integrate existing machines into a unified network, while AI-powered tools enable real-time communication between systems and people — accelerating decision-making and operational efficiency.

Beyond technology, I guide entrepreneurs through the entire factory setup journey — from concept to launch, including technology selection and turnkey solutions. When it comes to people, I partner with a psychology firm to deliver comprehensive training: they handle behavioral/HR training while I provide technical expertise.

Who I serve: Factory owners, SMEs, and aspiring manufacturers looking to build or modernize their operations.

Building Client Acquisition Fundraising Open to Partnerships

What I've Built

Medical Device Manufacturing
Founder & CEO
2020 – 2024
  • • One of only two medical device manufacturing facilities in the UAE
  • • Trusted supplier to UAE government and Ministry of Oman
  • • Exports to Africa and Bahrain
  • • Recognized by Ajman Chamber as top factory in Ajman
  • • CSR Certificate recipient, invited to Eco Smart Industry program
Paper Cup Manufacturing
Founder
2020 – 2024
  • • Clients across UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Africa
  • • Served government facilities and private sector
Custom Machine Engineering
Engineer & Founder
Ongoing

Designed and fabricated custom machines for manufacturing operations — achieving multi-product capability with minimal capital investment. Engineering edge that keeps operations lean and flexible.

Smart Factory Solutions
Founder & CEO
2024 – Present

New venture focused on IoT integration, AI solutions, factory consulting, and HR training. Helping factories transform into connected, intelligent operations.

What I Do

Technical
  • • Electrical Engineering
  • • IoT Systems
  • • AI Solutions
  • • Machine Design & Fabrication
  • • Medical Device Manufacturing
  • • Smart Factory Implementation
Business
  • • Factory Consulting
  • • Turnkey Solutions
  • • Business Development
  • • Sales & Partnerships
  • • Operations Management
  • • Team Building
Industries
  • • Manufacturing
  • • Healthcare / Medical Devices
  • • Smart Factory / Industry 4.0
  • • Sustainable Packaging
  • • Electrical / Electronics
Other
  • • 13+ Years Experience
  • • Cross-border Operations
  • • Government Relations
  • • Chamber Networks

Networks & Affiliations

Ajman Chamber of Commerce
Recognized Member

Recognized as top factory in Ajman. CSR Certificate recipient. Connected through medical device and paper cup manufacturing operations.

MOIAT Dubai
Ministry of Industry & Advanced Technology

Engaged with UAE government's Industry 4.0 initiatives. Connected through smart factory solutions and manufacturing operations.

Ministry of Oman
Government Supplier

Supplier to Ministry of Oman for medical devices. Exports to Africa, Bahrain, and Gulf region.

Eco Smart Industry Program
Participant

Invited to UAE government's sustainability and smart manufacturing initiative.

Embassy & Diplomatic Network
Connected

Invited to high-level meetings with embassies, Ministry of Industry, and Chamber of Commerce.

Beyond Business

What Drives Me

I believe ancient wisdom holds answers to modern challenges. My hobby project explores bridging neuroscience with technology — connecting the brain to computers to analyze thoughts and train responses that help overcome today's mental pressures.

The Vision

Developing AI twins for mental support, guidance, and combating loneliness — making emotional support accessible through technology.

Passions
  • 🐴 Horse Riding
  • ⚡ AI-Based Electronic Projects
  • 📚 Bringing olden values to modern solutions

Let's Connect

Reach out
  • info@sglogic.tech
  • 📞 +971 58 584 4842
  • 📍 United Arab Emirates
Open to

Consulting • Strategic Partnerships • Factory Setup Guidance