Maharashtra, a key industrial hub in India, boasts a thriving auto components manufacturing sector that significantly powers the nation’s automotive landscape. The state’s proximity to major automotive OEMs, coupled with robust infrastructure and supportive government policies, makes it an ideal location for producing components for two-wheelers, passenger vehicles, and commercial vehicles. The auto parts industry in Maharashtra spans from SMEs to large-scale manufacturers, fostering a space for quality, innovation, and reliability.
Focusing on conventional and electric vehicles, these manufacturers provide a diverse array of products, from engine and transmission parts to electronic components, catering to a rapidly evolving market. Among these leaders is Fourfront Private Limited, based in Pune, specializing in electro-mechanical and electronic products for the automotive and industrial segments. Committed to innovation and sustainability, Fourfront delivers high-quality solutions to major OEMs while exporting to markets in Brazil, Saudi Arabia, and Hungary.
Sustainable Manufacturing
Fourfront is a forward-thinking auto components manufacturer located in Chakan, Maharashtra dedicated to supporting India’s shift to electric vehicles (EVs) through localized, high-quality component production.
Guided by the government’s Atmanirbhar Bharat vision and NITI Aayog’s strategies, the firm preemptively aligns its operations with initiatives like the FAME (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles) scheme. Each FAME phase has progressively emphasized domestic sourcing, and the company has leveraged this by designing and manufacturing EV components in India, ensuring high domestic value addition.
The firm employs advanced testing software, such as thermal simulation for high-voltage parts, to meet the demands of reliable EV performance over years of use. With a robust in-house testing lab, Fourfront works to Ideate, Innovate and Implement, meticulously assessing product durability and efficiency, regularly exceeding customer requirements.
“We are committed to exceeding the stringent certification standards set by today’s automotive OEMs, where quality and delivery are expected as inherent attributes of any product, leaving cost as the primary discussion point. We hold essential certifications such as IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and ISO 14000, which underscore our dedication to quality and environmental responsibility.
Additionally, we are advancing toward Environmental Sustainability Governance (ESG) certification”, speaks Shrikant Neurgaonkar, CMD, Fourfront. As part of its sustainability strategy, Fourfront has installed a 100-kilowatt rooftop solar plant and utilizes sewage treatment facilities to recycle water, using it for irrigation and groundwater recharge.
Trailblazing Innovations
Fourfront’s innovative approach and close collaboration with OEMs have set benchmarks in the auto components industry. The company led the market by creating a 300 Amp Battery Isolater switch using plastic instead of aluminum, significantly reducing weight, enhancing vehicle efficiency, and eliminating short-circuit risks. This shift, once met with skepticism, became a new industry standard. Fourfront was also the first to introduce USB-C type chargers in vehicles, anticipating evolving requirements and offering 45W and 65W chargers that support devices like laptops, ideal for professionals on the move.
The firm’s journey from a small consulting firm in 2007 to a robust player in manufacturing and engineering reflects its founders' vision to build an innovative, employment-generating enterprise that aligns closely with OEM synergies and evolving industry standards. Guided by a sophisticated project management system, the firm efficiently coordinates its marketing, engineering, prototyping, and manufacturing teams, ensuring timely, high-quality deliverables.
The company's ambitions extend beyond growth. They aim to create a firm with engineering depth and innovation akin to global leaders like Bosch and Continental, aspiring to bring advanced electronics and control systems to the Indian market. Dedicated to the welfare of its employees and committed to impactful CSR initiatives in educational field, Fourfront embodies a purpose-driven approach to growth and community contribution.
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