Zavenir Daubert is a leader in corrosion protection and metalworking fluids, with its elusive clientele including Maruti Suzuki, Ashok Leyland and Honda, amongst many. The company has inaugurated India’s first future-ready and integrated speciality chemicals manufacturing facility in Binola, Haryana. The facility is built upon the same plot, which, unfortunately, was damaged in a fire a few years ago. The INR 100 crore investment reflects the company’s commitment to localisation, sustainability, and technological innovation, particularly for its automotive business, which forms the backbone of its operations, contributing 70-75% of total revenue.
Upgrading Corrosion Protection For Automotive Industry
With an annual production capacity of 1,200 kilolitres of speciality chemicals per month, the facility offers advanced solutions under Zavenir Daubert’s CCPP (Cut, Clean, Protect, and Pack) framework. This integrated solution spans metal cutting fluids, rust preventives, and export packaging to protect components during transit and storage.
The facility’s products play a critical role in corrosion prevention across domestic and export automotive markets. For example, many automakers use Zavenir Daubert’s waxes and coatings to enhance the durability of vehicles. These products are applied during production and later in the aftermarket at dealerships during servicing. This wide applicability underscores the company’s pivotal role in ensuring vehicle longevity and performance.
Driving Localisation To Reduce Costs & De-risk Supply Chains
Zavenir Daubert has strategically positioned itself to support India’s “Make in India” and “China Plus One” strategies, ensuring that 90-95% of its components are sourced locally. This localisation effort not only reduces costs for its automotive clients but also de-risks supply chains from global disruptions. Additionally, the company collaborates with international partners like Daubert USA and Nihon Parkerizing Japan, ensuring that global technologies are tailored for the Indian market.
In its pursuit of localisation, Zavenir Daubert works closely with Indian suppliers to meet stringent international standards. By doing so, it fosters a vendor ecosystem capable of catering to domestic as well as export demands. This approach aligns with the company’s vision of transforming India into a global hub for speciality chemical manufacturing.
Sustainability At The Core Of Operations
The plant features 100% solar power generation, zero-effluent discharge systems, and water conservation technologies, making it one of the most environmentally friendly chemical manufacturing units in India. As global norms around sustainability tighten, these practices enable Zavenir Daubert to meet the evolving demands of its automotive clients, particularly those catering to stringent European and US markets.
The company is also investing in biodegradable plastics and water-based rust preventives, which are slated to launch in both India and the US this year. These innovations are expected to align with upcoming regulations, such as India’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) norms, which require recyclable and environmentally safe materials.
Automation To Set Industry Benchmarks
The Binola facility integrates advanced automation and Industry 4.0 technologies, raising the bar for chemical manufacturing in India. Production processes, including dosing, blending, filling, and labelling, are powered by articulated robotics and Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs). The facility also employs an Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS) for efficient material handling. There are literally six workers to observe these AMRs, reducing human resources in high-risk environments to a great extent.
This intelligent manufacturing approach improves precision, efficiency, and product quality, delivering unmatched fulfilment performance for clients. It also reduces manual labour requirements, with highly skilled operators overseeing automated systems. These advancements position Zavenir Daubert as a leader in smart manufacturing for speciality chemicals.
Ambitious Growth Plans & Automotive Focus
Currently generating annual revenues of INR 150 crore, Zavenir Daubert aims to achieve INR 1,000 crore by 2030, representing a sevenfold growth target. This expansion will be driven by rising demand for corrosion protection solutions as India becomes a global hub for auto components exports under the China Plus One strategy.
The company plans to establish a second manufacturing plant in western India within the next 3-4 years. This facility, expected to double the capacity of the Binola plant, will focus on developing new products, including sound-deadening coatings and advanced greases.
Zavenir Daubert’s automotive segment is expected to remain the primary growth driver, supported by the increasing need for rust prevention, sustainable materials, and export packaging solutions. However, the company is also diversifying into steel and construction sectors, which are projected to contribute significantly to future growth.
Challenges & Opportunities
The automotive industry’s transition towards EVs and stricter environmental regulations presents both challenges and opportunities for Zavenir Daubert. The company is leveraging its expertise to develop sustainable and water-based chemical solutions that align with global trends. However, the adoption of these products in India will require extensive education and process adjustments at customer facilities.