Hirect Secures First Mining Sector Order

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Hirect Limited has secured a new international order from the United States for the supply of Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) converters for mining industry applications, marking the company’s entry into the global mining segment. The order highlights Hirect’s growing capabilities in designing and manufacturing advanced power electronic solutions for industries that demand high reliability, durability, and uninterrupted operational performance.

The mining sector operates in some of the most challenging industrial environments, requiring equipment capable of delivering consistent performance under demanding conditions. Hirect’s IGBT converter technology is designed to support critical power management requirements while meeting stringent expectations for efficiency, robustness, and long operational life.

The latest order represents an important milestone in Hirect’s strategy to expand its international presence and diversify its industrial customer base. Leveraging its engineering expertise, manufacturing capabilities, and experience in power electronics, the company continues to develop solutions for specialized applications across global markets.

Hirect remains focused on identifying new growth opportunities internationally while strengthening its position as a trusted provider of customized power conversion technologies. The company’s manufacturing infrastructure in India and its technical capabilities provide a strong foundation for serving customers across multiple industries worldwide.

Established in 1958 in partnership with Westinghouse Brake & Signal, UK, Hirect has evolved into a leading engineering and manufacturing organization with more than six decades of industry experience. The company employs approximately 950 professionals and operates two manufacturing facilities located in Nashik and Bhandup, India.

With exports reaching more than 30 countries and international offices in India, Sweden, and the UAE, Hirect serves customers across diverse sectors including railways, defence, power, hydrogen, steel, cement, chemical processing, and paper industries. The company specializes in the development and production of power electronics and electrical systems, including power converters, control electronics, transformers, rectifiers, inverters, motors, and HVAC solutions.

Hirect’s technology portfolio supports both industrial and transportation applications, enabling customers to improve energy efficiency, operational reliability, and system performance. The company’s focus on engineering innovation, quality manufacturing, and application-specific solutions has helped establish its reputation as a dependable technology partner.

The entry into the mining segment further strengthens Hirect’s global growth strategy and demonstrates the company’s ability to deliver specialized solutions for complex industrial requirements. By combining decades of engineering experience with continuous innovation, Hirect aims to expand its presence in emerging markets and contribute to the development of efficient, reliable, and future-ready industrial power solutions.