Successful partnership with LGL
Schoch Reeds has been a prominent player in the weaving industry for years. For more than a century, the company has been manufacturing quality reeds to cater to the needs of the global weaving market. It made its entry into the Indian market in 2009 and made rapid inroads in a relatively short period of time. The importance of the Indian market for the company can be gauged from the fact that it has set up a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility at Kolhapur in Maharashtra.
Extremely optimistic about its performance in the country, Mr. Devendra Bamb, General Manager, Schoch Reeds India, said: “Last year, we have grown by 20% in our sales volume. We have been appreciated by the Indian market for our quality and strong after-sales service network. We see huge business potential in India.”
Listing out the key achievements of Schoch Reeds since its entry into the Indian market, Mr. Dev said: “We mostly concentrated on energy saving reeds on different looms of European & Japanese make for the last 12 months. In today’s highly competitive market, where weavers need to reduce production cost, our concept of energy audit is highly appreciated. Our biggest achievement is the success of our energy saving reeds and the increase in awareness levels about energy savings that we have been able to inculcate in customers.”
On the launch of new technologies globally, Mr. Dev stated: “We have launched a complete package of energy saving reeds and hi-tech sub-nozzles for airjet machines of different makes, which is a revolution in energy saving. We have also launched ultrasonic cleaning machines from 190 to 330 cm width at competitive prices.”
Referring to the partnership with LGL, he observed: “We are happy to be associated with a globally recognized company like LGL, especially for after-sales service. Through our Kolhapur hub for LGL customers, we can provide aftersales service off and on floor. The customers are happy with our service and spares division. The partnership is catering only to the Indian market right now with its focus on both knitting and weaving sectors.”
The company is excited about participating in India ITME 2016 later this year. “We are definitely launching something new and innovative at India ITME. We want it to be a surprise. You will see the product for yourself at the fair,” he added.
