The market for automotive rubber products in India, particularly automotive hoses has steadily grown over the past few years, fueled by factors like import localization and stringent emission norms. These factors have created opportunities for usage of new grades of synthetic rubbers. Furthermore, federal budget allocations for infrastructure development and institution of a new scrappage policy have further propelled the growth of the commercial vehicle market. The implementation of euro VI emission norms and EVs have also created several changes in the industry.
The sector however grapples with challenges pertaining to delayed development of radiator and coolant system hoses aligning with the euro VI norms. Nevertheless, pioneering on-time development of these systems by leveraging its cadre of experienced technologists, advanced manufacturing capabilities, and continuous focus on R&D is Industrial Rubber Products, a Tamil Nadu based firm excelling in rubber parts production. Founded in 1961, the company strives to be the reference supplier for functional parts in any type of rubber elastomer.
One-Stop Solutions
With a diversified portfolio of a complete range of rubber products including wrap and smooth finish
hoses, moulded rubber components, rubber to metal bonded parts, extruded fuel hoses, and silicone hoses, the company caters to the automotive industry as a one-stop solutions provider for varied kinds of vehicles. In addition to its standardized range of products, IRP also collaborates with clients for developing novel rubber compounds and processes, ensuring the solutions align with the client needs and the Euro VI norms.
Through extensive testing and validation of rubber compounds and products, the firm assures that the products meet industry standards and the specific client needs are being fulfilled, as needed. For this, it leverages the in-house accelerated aging test rigs and endurance test rigs. “We possess the capability to develop any rubber compound based on national and international standards. Changes to BS VI emission norms and the introduction of EV vehicles in the auto industry, have necessitated rubber components under the bonnet and engine parts to be upgraded.
We have developed EPDM peroxide cured hoses to meet electrochemical degradation resistance. We have also developed various hoses to meet high temperature resistance (up to 275 degrees centigrade) and for contact with special fluids. Using specialized rubbers, we have also developed critical fuel hoses that can withstand high temperatures and are bio-fuel resistant”, shares P.K. Ghoshal, Chief Rubber Technologist, who is also associated with IRI (Indian Rubber Institute) and AIRIA (All India Rubber Industry Association).
Future Roadmap
Equipped with a dedicated team of highly skilled operators and other professionals, IRP has completed a stellar journey thus far, standing out for developing critical components that no other competitor could. Having achieved immense recognition for its product range and quality of products, the company now plans to expand for a brighter future. “Our experience makes us a reliable source for the supply of rubber automotive parts.
Moreover, we are IATF 16949:2016 and ISO 14001:2015 certified, which demonstrates our commitment to meeting industry standards. The expertise gained in the auto component industry allows us to develop parts for the non-auto industry like aerospace, power sector, agriculture machinery, infrastructure development, and more”, adds E. Seetharaman, Chief Operating Officer, IRP.
Strategizing its future roadmap, IRP is planning to add capacity in Mixing, Hose and Moulded part production to meet the increasing customer demands through the addition of an additional plant. Furthermore, collaborating with OEM clients, the firm plans to develop new parts from specialized synthetic rubbers and new production processes. The firm is also procuring modern machinery to drive excellence in manufacturing these new components, which it plans to add to its portfolio and broaden its range of offerings.
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