en.Wedoany.com Reported - Yudo Hot Runner India Pvt. Ltd. has inaugurated a new 40,000-square-foot factory in Vasai, Maharashtra. This move more than doubles its hot runner production capacity in India from approximately 180 to 190 systems per month to nearly 400 systems, solidifying the company's position in the Indian plastics manufacturing sector.
This investment reflects Yudo's strategy of combining global engineering expertise with local manufacturing to support the growing demands of Indian mold makers and original equipment manufacturers.
The Vasai facility is designed as an integrated manufacturing and development center, consolidating design, R&D, simulation, production, assembly, and testing in one location. With this expansion, the Indian operations officially join Yudo's global R&D center network, becoming one of the company's nine research hubs worldwide.
Yudo operates 24 manufacturing plants across more than 45 countries. The company states that the new factory will enable it to more effectively address increasing demand, shorter lead times, and the need for local engineering support.
Vishal Agarwal, President of Yudo Hot Runner India Pvt. Ltd., stated that this expansion is necessary to meet evolving market demands and strengthen India's role in the global business. He noted that Yudo has been deeply involved in the Indian hot runner sector for over 25 years and chose Vasai due to its proximity to the automotive mold ecosystem.
Hot runner systems play a critical role in injection molding applications, widely used in industries such as automotive, packaging, medical, and PVC. Automotive remains Yudo India's largest business segment, followed by packaging and medical applications. The company also holds a significant share of the Indian automotive hot runner market.
By increasing local manufacturing capacity, Yudo aims to meet a larger proportion of domestic demand from within India. The company expects customers to benefit from shorter lead times, localized technical support, and globally standardized products supported by domestic testing and development capabilities.
The factory currently employs approximately 100 people, with plans to increase this to 125 within the next six months. As part of its workforce development initiatives, Yudo aims to achieve a 50% female representation on the shop floor through structured training programs focused on CNC machine operation.
The facility also incorporates sustainable measures, including rooftop solar power generation, rainwater harvesting, daylighting systems, and energy-efficient building infrastructure. The company states that these initiatives are designed to reduce energy consumption and support responsible manufacturing practices, preparing for future growth in the Indian plastics industry.
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