India's corrugated box manufacturing industry has invested in modern and high-speed corrugation machines, establishing it as an efficient sector and enhancing automation. Even though per capita consumption of corrugated boxes falls far behind Western countries, the increasing requirement for green and biodegradable products stimulates this packaging market. E-commerce, FMCG, electronics, and food delivery are key sectors driving its growth. Furthermore, clients are open to moving from traditional higher GSM & BF papers to HRCT paper that deliver better performance at a lower cost.
Nevertheless, customers often have difficulty relating to their orders because of space constraints, geographical location limitations, cost fluctuations, or even instant delivery requests. Sri Ramana Cartons is a premier provider of customizable corrugated packaging solutions, renowned for delivering high-quality, durable products designed to meet a wide range of needs. Leveraging advanced manufacturing techniques and expert design services, the company maintains close supplier partnerships, manages inventory efficiently, and operates a dedicated fleet to minimize logistics costs.
Since its inception over two decade ago, Sri Ramana Cartons has undergone remarkable growth and transformation. The company started with a second-hand single-facer machine, with a humble production capacity of 35T per month.
Today, Sri Ramana Cartons operates a state-of-the-art, $2 million automated machine with a current annual production of 17000T.
Initially serving a local market within a 50-kilometer radius, the company's reach has expanded to a 500-kilometer radius and indirectly to international markets. “The company has capitalized on emerging business opportunities driven by global trends, such as the ‘China +1’ strategy, which has increased demand in the electronics and electrical sectors”, says R. Kumar, Founder and Managing Director.
Expert Design in High- Quality Packaging
Sri Ramana Cartons offers a diverse range of high-quality, customizable packaging solutions to ensure the safe and efficient transport of products. The firm's product lineup includes Universal Cartons, Die Cut Cartons, Jumbo Cartons, Full Overlap Cartons, Half Slotted Cartons, Sleeve Cartons, 2 Ply Rolls, Corrugated Boards, Cardboard Partitions, and Corrugated Layer Pads. The company also provides expert design and development services through a skilled CAD and technical team, ensuring cost-effective and tailored solutions for clients. Its comprehensive process includes understanding client needs, developing solutions, manufacturing, quality testing, and dispatching to deliver optimal packaging solutions.
With the second generation joining the business six years ago, brand is well positioned for growth over the next few decades. By bringing in fresh perspectives and enhanced motivation, the focus on expansion is very strong
Sri Ramana Cartons has enhanced its manufacturing and process automation through strategic investments in advanced technology, significantly boosting production and operational efficiency. The company recently acquired a state-of-the-art, high-speed machine from Taiwan, transitioning from entry level machine to sophisticated automation. This machine, equipped with German flute rollers, improves product quality by achieving superior Edge Crush Test (ECT) results. Additionally, partnerships with suppliers using cutting-edge machinery have elevated raw material quality, supporting the production of high-performance products. These technological advancements have enabled Sri Ramana Cartons to double its output over the past year, all while reducing working hours and enhancing energy efficiency. To ensure product excellence and customer satisfaction, the company adheres to rigorous quality control measures, conducting thorough inspections at every stage, from raw material entry to final product evaluation. Certified by ISO 9001: 2015, the company upholds stringent standards and continuously trains its quality department with external process trainers and a well-equipped laboratory to maintain consistent quality.
With a strategic growth target of 25 to 30 percent, Sri Ramana Cartons aims to boost its annual production capacity to 36,000 tons within the next three years. The company aims to focus on expanding market reach, implementing cost-saving measures, and enhancing operational efficiencies to improve margins.