The automobile and general manufacturing market in India, valued at around $222 billion, is poised for remarkable growth, projected to reach $300 billion by 2026 with a CAGR of 6 percent. However, amidst the critical domain of automobile and general manufacturing, where the production of stamped components holds immense significance, several challenges persist.
In this landscape, SGI Automotive emerges as a transformative and visionary force, renowned for its expertise in fabricating sheet metal stamping parts and assemblies. Leveraging cutting-edge facilities and state-of-the-art technology, SGI Automotive sets the benchmark for excellence, addressing these market gaps and providing innovative solutions that propel the industry forward.
Shriram, Jt. Managing Director
Since its inception in March 1998, SGI Automotive has been a formidable force in the realm of manufacturing sheet metal stamping parts and assemblies. The firm’s unwavering dedication to excellence has positioned it as a leading supplier, satisfying the discerning needs of major OEMs in the automotive and general engineering industries.
“We drive continuous improvement throughout the company by utilizing the facilities and employee involvement, to become the leading manufacturer of Sheet Metal Components in the Domestic & International Market”, speaks Navaneetha Krishnan, Managing Director of SGI Automotive. With a visionary outlook, SGI Automotive strives to achieve the utmost standards of quality and ensure unparalleled customer satisfaction. “We are a customer-driven organization; to be specific, many of our new businesses are from our customer referrals based on our performance track record”, says Navaneetha Krishnan.
The firm encompasses an impressive array of offerings, including seating structures, body components, and a variety of components for clutch systems, exhaust modules, lighting systems, Air Bag and Seat belt modules, transmission systems, window regulators, windshield wipers and more. “I am proud to mention the automation of complex seat frames for the mobility segment, with the ROBO welding process. We could even deep-draw complex parts with HR Steel, which is not usual”, says Shriram, Joint Managing Director of SGI Automotive. Furthermore, the firm's IATF 16949 certification exemplifies its dedication to maintaining superior quality management systems. Recognized with the 100ppm Quality Award by Hyundai, it embodies a steadfast dedication to a ‘Quality mindset’.
SGI Automotive's team epitomizes perseverance and dedication. Founded by Navaneetha Krishnan in 1998 as Sri Ganapathi Industries, the company's humble beginnings have blossomed into a thriving business. Shriram's inclusion on the board in 2014 ensures seamless continuity and future growth. As SGI Automotive celebrates its silver jubilee in 2023, it acknowledges the pivotal role played by its exceptional team and loyal customers in its remarkable journey. With over 400 members, the SGI family fosters a strong bond transcending genders, geographies, and cultures, resulting in an impressively low attrition rate. “Our dedicated marketing and product development team ensures seamless progress from inquiry to launch. With a strong technical team, we excel in designing processes and developing customized pressed parts and assemblies. Our ample spare capacity handles high-volume press parts and welding assemblies effortlessly”, speaks Kanniyappan, Chief Operating Officer, SGI Automotive, who has been the key pillar of SGI since its inception.
SGI Automotive is Pioneering Excellence in Sheet metal stamping parts & assemblies, propelling the Industry toward a transformative future
The firm is embarking on a compelling future roadmap that promises transformative growth and enhanced customer service. A significant milestone in this journey is the establishment of its third location near Kancheepuram, strategically positioned on the off-Bangalore Highway. This visionary expansion will bring forth an avant-garde ‘One Stop Solution’ facility, characterized by a seamless fusion of cutting-edge automation and the aspiration to embody the core tenets of ‘Industry 4.0’. Expanding ambitiously, SGI Automotive is venturing beyond automotive, entering diverse sectors like home appliances, electronics, electrical, and non-automotive industries.