Fenesta has commissioned a new aluminium extrusion plant in Kota, Rajasthan, expanding its presence in the aluminium value chain and creating a new business vertical serving external customers.
The Gurugram-based windows and doors business of DCMShriram Ltd said the facility will initially support its internal extrusion requirements, giving the company greater control over production and reducing its reliance on external suppliers.
The plant will also supply aluminium extrusions to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and other users, allowing Fenesta to participate directly in the wider extrusion market.
The Kota facility is expected to strengthen Fenesta’s control over a key part of its manufacturing chain. In-house extrusion will also support the company’s ability to develop new aluminium systems for its windows and façade businesses more quickly.
The move comes as aluminium becomes an increasingly important part of Fenesta’s product portfolio, with applications spanning windows, façades and other areas.
“Aluminium is an important and fast-evolving segment for us, with significant potential across windows, façades and other applications,” said Saket Jain, Business Head, Fenesta.