WIKA India, a prominent player in pressure and temperature measurement technology, celebrated a momentous occasion as it inaugurated its new Force Measurement Production Unit in Pune on 27th July 2023. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of WIKA Global (WIKA Alexander Wiegand SE & Co. KG, Germany), WIKA India’s new facility marks a significant milestone in its growth strategy and commitment to advancing its operations in the country.
The Force Measurement Production Unit is a testament to WIKA India’s dedication to technological advancements and providing high-quality solutions to its customers. The new unit will play a pivotal role in developing customized force measurement solutions for various industries, including automotive, oil and gas, and medical equipment.
Mr. Alexander Wiegand, Chairman and CEO of WIKA Group, expressed his pride in the company’s global presence and emphasized the importance of strengthening operations to provide optimum local services to customers. Pune, where WIKA India’s India story began, holds a special place in their expansion journey, and this new facility is a testament to their successful growth in the region.
Mr. Andreas Keiger, Executive Vice President – EMEA/India, WIKA Group, highlighted India’s core position in WIKA Group’s growth strategy. The new Force Measurement Production Unit in Pune symbolizes the company’s commitment to innovation, quality, and technology. Mr. Keiger expressed excitement about the journey of progress, innovation, and mutual prosperity that lies ahead for WIKA India.
Force measurement devices are critical tools used in various industries, and WIKA India offers an extensive range of such devices. The product range includes tension and compression force transducers, shear and bending beams, shackle load cells, ring force transducers, load pins, tension links, wire rope force transducers, and strain transducers.
Gaurav Bawa, Senior Vice President of WIKA India, expressed his vision for the growth of the company and the integral role the Force Measurement Production Unit plays in catering to the robust demand for test and measurement equipment in India. He was recently honored with the Most Dynamic CEO’s to Watch in 2023 award by CEO Review Magazine, recognizing his outstanding professional achievements and inspiring social contributions.
WIKA India boasts manufacturing plants in four states—Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, and Haryana. The journey began in Pune in 1997 with the establishment of WIKA Instrument, followed by the inception of its first calibration facility. Pune also houses the company’s units for level, calibration, and SF6 gas.
The addition of the Force Measurement Production Unit is a valuable enhancement to WIKA India’s entire operation. The company’s commitment to maintaining quality and environmental standards is evident through its adherence to international standards like ISO 9001 and ISO 14001. The calibration laboratory holds NABL accreditation and is equipped with high-level primary standard equipment for calibration.
WIKA India’s state-of-the-art manufacturing operations, drawing upon the global experience of WIKA Germany, demonstrate its commitment to delivering top-notch solutions to customers. The inauguration of the Force Measurement Production Unit is a testament to WIKA India’s unwavering dedication to growth, innovation, and customer satisfaction. With its enhanced capabilities, WIKA India is poised to drive forward into a future of possibilities, supporting India’s industrial progress and contributing to the global landscape of measurement technology.
