The electric vehicle components market in India is booming, fueled by a plethora of factors, primarily the rising demand for eco-friendly transport. Supportive policies such as FAME and PLI schemes that subsidize EVs and promote local manufacturing of crucial components, advancements in charging infrastructure setups with the goal of establishing over 100,000 charging stations by 2030, localization driven by the Make In India initiative, increasing domestic production of lithium-ion batteries, innovation driven by key industry players like Tesla, BYD, Ola Electric, and more, and growing startup ecosystem focused on battery tech and systems are some of the key factors propelling the sector’s growth.
However, clients continue to grapple with the challenges of acquiring the right components at the right price, and of the right quality that are delivered on time and are sustainable. The variety of components needed makes it a challenge to identify the right supplier for every product. To resolve these challenges, Vishalfab India, a prominent electric vehicle components manufacturer has brought the complete range of facilities under one roof, gaining control over quality, price, and turnaround times, thereby driving customer satisfaction.
In-House Facilities
Having established all facilities in-house, including copper melting, casting, and the complete range of processes all the way up to electroplating, along with a dedicated tool room where development and maintenance of required dies, tools, jigs, and fixtures take place, Vishalfab India has created a mini-industry consisting of multiple factories within its infrastructure. Beyond manufacturing excellence, the company also has robust R&D capabilities established in-house, which support the company’s growth by ensuring its objectives and direction are aligned with the evolving industry trends, and by continually innovating and improving existing processes and designs.
“We have a skilled R&D team composed of engineers, metallurgists, and industry and subject specialists who bring a strong background in EV technologies. Some of the senior team members have been associated with the firm for more than 30 years now and therefore deeply understand the finer aspects of components manufacturing and nuances of the sectors we operate in. We always strive for the satisfaction of our team which in turn ensures the satisfaction of our customers”, shares Anil Joshi, Director of Operations, Vishalfab India.
Quality Focus
With a legacy of over thirty years in manufacturing copper components for electric switchgear, Vishalfab India also brings unmatched expertise and experience in manufacturing copper components, which is an essential element in EV manufacturing. Not only does the company possess experience in processing, but also in dealing with volatile products, which makes the firm a preferred components manufacturer for this domain.
“We have built a reputation based on quality crafts manship, attention to detail, and continuous innovation. Our commitment to quality assurance and high standards is the foundation of our brand, setting us apart from other players in the field. As a client-centric organization, we place a strong emphasis on under standing specific client
requirements and delivering tailored solutions, ensuring that they receive personalized attention, enhancing satisfaction and long-term partnerships”, adds Sunil Joshi, Managing Director, Vishalfab India.
Dedicated to providing high-quality products for the EV sector, the company has developed a robust three-pronged approach termed People Process and Technology. Focused on every parameter that can make or break the quality of the components, Vishalfab India starts at the very base, investing resources into nurturing a quality-driven culture and a zeal to maintain high standards through continuous employee training that emphasizes quality management, and best manufacturing practices.
Leveraging a robust quality management system, the ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 certified company assures that its products meet international quality standards and are aligned with the guidelines of these certifications. The company has implemented multiple quality checkpoints across the entire production chain, ensuring that any defects are caught immediately, necessary root cause analysis is performed and corrective and preventive actions are taken to ensure consistency of quality.
Sustainability is a major focal point for the firm and it is gearing up to go solar, utilizing more energy-efficient, resource-efficient equipment, and exploring eco-friendly packaging solutions, among others
Strengthened further by technology, the company boasts advanced testing capabilities featuring laser dimensional measuring equipment, vision sensing for surface defects, spectro and oxygen analyzers for material composition, gamma ray online thickness monitoring with automatic gauge control, CMM, quick vision, linear height, hardness tester, tensile tester, and conductivity meter, etc.
Future Roadmap
Established in 1987, Vishalfab India has paved a remarkable path for itself, marked with incomparable milestones. As it envisions its future growth, the company has devised a strategic roadmap that focuses on short-term, mid-term, and long-term goals.
In the short term, Vishalfab India is focusing its efforts on improving operational efficiency by integrating robotics, automation, and value engineering to a deeper extent. Digitization is another goal for the short-term advancement under which the company plans to integrate ERP in order to gain end-to-end visibility and traceability for the customers and the firm. Sustainability is yet another focal point for the firm and it is gearing up to go solar, utilizing more energy efficient, resource efficient equipment, and exploring eco-friendly packaging solutions, among others.
“Our purpose can only be realized through the integration of sustainability across all our endeavors. We prioritize eco-friendly practices and aim to implement sustainable solutions across operations from utilizing recyclable materials, to energy-efficient production processes, and environmentally conscious innovations reflecting our dedication to a greener future. Embracing innovation and purpose, we strive to minimize our carbon footprint, maximize resource efficiency, and foster a culture of sustainability across every aspect of our operations”, adds Siddharth Joshi, Executive Director, Vishalfab India.
Building further, the company’s medium term and long term goals will focus on achieving global recognition, solidifying its position as a global leader, and becoming a beacon of excellence in this domain. The company is committed to cement its position as a trusted partner and solutions provider in the energy, power and auto sectors. Along with this, forward integration in the supply chain will be a prime focus for Vishalfab India, as the firm expects this to enable it in getting closer to providing an integrated solution by making assemblies, battery packs. Product innovation through investments in R&D, and forging partnerships to acquire new technologies will also play a pivotal role in this respect.
Lastly, a major priority that the company is working relentlessly to achieve is a transition to carbon-neutral or net-zero operations by integrating renewable energy sources like solar or wind power into facilities, aligned with green building certifications. A focus on sustainable logistics is also pushing the firm to explore every measure possible. Through these wide-ranging strategies, the company not only plans to expand its market presence and build a stellar reputation but also aspires to align its practices with sustainability goals, making EV components manufacturing green as well.
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