Research and Development Center of  Hyderabad Industries Limited is fully equipped with latest state-of-art technology, equipment and test facilities including Pilot Plants situated in ultra modern spacious building covering an area of about 11000 sft of main Building and about 16000 sft area of Pilot Plant. HIL, R & D center is recognised by Department of Science and Technology Government of India.

HIL have been conferred with the DSIR National Award for R & D efforts in industry for the year 2000 in the area of new materials for "AEROCON INSTA PANEL"

Dedicated team of scientists and engineers are constantly working for product upgradation, optimum utilisation of raw materials, development of substitute materials, new products and new product applications, saving substantial amount of foreign exchange for the country.

The R & D Division has contributed in the following specific areas:

• Identification and development of environment friendly building products with emerging market needs.
• Emphasis on process optimisation, cost reduction and development of value added products.
• Effective utilisation of energy, water and waste material.
• Absorption of imported technical know-how.
• Development of new products i.e., Aerocon Insta - Panels, Access Flooring system, pressed sheets, fire protection boards, Light weight AAC Blocks, non-asbestos jointing material for automobile industry etc.