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Hettich India has inaugurated a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Indore, reinforcing its long-standing commitment to the country and scaling up local production backed by its hallmark German precision and engineering. The development marks a significant milestone in Hettich’s 25-year journey in India while further advancing the company’s vision of positioning India as a key global manufacturing hub.
The new 25,700 sq. metre plant, situated within Hettich’s expansive 103,039 sq. metre Indore campus, will manufacture technologically advanced undermount drawer runners, precision-engineered concealed sliding systems installed beneath drawers to ensure smooth, silent operation and a sleek, handle-free aesthetic. Widely used in premium furniture and modular kitchens, these runners are valued for their durability, high load-bearing capacity, and seamless soft-close functionality. The facility will also support the growing demand for these products in India as well as in key international markets.
This marks Hettich’s first dedicated undermount drawer runner manufacturing facility in India and forms part of the company’s broader investment of approximately ₹2,000 crore in the country.
Hettich’s hinge manufacturing unit at the Indore facility currently has an annual production capacity of around 60 million hinges. With the addition of the new Quadro plant, the facility will also produce nearly 5 million units of undermount drawer runners each year, further strengthening Hettich’s manufacturing capabilities in India.
The Indore campus manufactures a wide range of premium furniture fittings, including hinges, sliding profiles, aluminium profiles, SL 16+ systems, and Cube Plus systems, making it one of Hettich’s most important manufacturing hubs globally.
Designed as a highly automated, world-class manufacturing facility, the new plant is equipped with German-engineered machinery and advanced roll-forming technology to ensure consistent product quality aligned with the company’s global standards. The facility also integrates sustainability initiatives such as rainwater harvesting, solar power installations and a zero liquid discharge system.
Hettich is also collaborating closely with Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and technical institutions to invest in comprehensive upskilling initiatives that equip the workforce with advanced manufacturing capabilities. In terms of employment generation, the existing hinge plant currently employs around 700 people, and with the commissioning of the new facility, the company expects to create an additional 300 jobs, contributing significantly to local economic development.
Equipped with specialized Hettich machines and cutting-edge automation technologies, the plant ensures consistent, seamless product quality that meets the brand’s global standards. The facility incorporates rainwater harvesting, solar power installations, and a zero liquid discharge system to support sustainable operations.
Speaking on the development Andre Eckholt, Managing Director, Hettich India, SAARC, Middle East & Africa, said: “As we complete 25 years of Hettich’s operations in India, the inauguration of our new plant in Indore, Madhya Pradesh marks another significant milestone in our growth journey. With an overall investment of over ₹2000 crore and a continued focus on BIS-certified manufacturing, we are reinforcing our Built to Lead commitment while steadily expanding our Made in India portfolio. The growing domestic and international demand for undermount drawer runners validates our strategic direction. As an industry leader, we remain firmly focused on anticipating market trends and proactively preparing to meet the evolving needs of our customers and partners. Furthermore, our strong emphasis on local manufacturing enables us to build a resilient supply chain while delivering greater cost competitiveness and faster market responsiveness.”
Eckholt maintains that India is central to their long-term global strategy. With Hettich’s scale of operations, technological leadership, and continued investments, the furniture fittings brand is building a strong foundation for future expansion while reinforcing a key vision – ‘Made in India, Made for the World’.
India has emerged as Hettich Group’s second-largest market globally and a growing manufacturing base catering to markets across SAARC, the Middle East, Europe, and China. The new facility further enhances the company’s capacity to scale production in India while supporting future export growth and deeper integration with its global supply chain.
