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JML expands Chennai plant with focus on sustainability

2025-01-07

JCBL Marrel Tippers (JML), a leader in the manufacturing of specialised trailers, POL tankers and bowsers, special application export-oriented containers, and components for the US & European market is pleased to announce the expansion of its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Oragadam, Chennai. This strategic move by JML, a JCBL Group company, underscores its commitment to meeting the growing demand for its diversified, technically complex, High-quality, and Value-added products while reinforcing its dedication to sustainable manufacturing practices.

The facility expansion will boost JML’s production capacity by 25 per cent, enabling the company to better serve its growing customer base. Additionally, this expansion marks a significant diversification in JML’s portfolio, with a focus on delivering products across sectors including defence, automotive, navy, railways, construction equipment, petroleum transportation, mining, power transmission, and earth moving heavy fabrication components. Since expansion, JML has been able to increase its customer base significantly. In addition to scaling production, the move will generate 200 new local jobs and opportunities for around 40 new suppliers in the south zone, especially Tamil Nadu, further strengthening JML’s contribution to the local economy.

More than 60,000 square feet of facility space has been built and made operational in the first phase in addition to its existing one lakh square feet facility. Further another 50,000 square feet facility has been planned for its second phase expansion. Beyond this, JML’s strategic vision includes an open land reserved approximately 6 acres for its upcoming projects scheduled in FY 2025-26.

Designed with advanced technology, the expanded facility will feature laser cutting equipment, robotic welding systems, CNC Machining, airless painting technology, and heavy-duty EOT cranes to ensure efficient production and superior product quality.

These upgrades will enhance operational efficiency and help JML maintain its reputation for delivering top-tier products in its segment.

Additionally, the plant will implement the lean manufacturing principle, ensuring that every product is produced with precision and accuracy from the outset. This approach will minimize waste, increase efficiency, and provide consistent, high-quality output across all production lines.