Kolhapur Auto Works Pvt. Ltd. is a notable Manufacturer, Supplier and
Exporter of high-quality Tractor Trailers, Sugar Mills Spares, Mill
Spares, Bronze Products, Chains & Slats, etc. We are an ISO 9001:
2015 certified company. Founded in 1933 by the visionary Late Shri
Mahadba Mestri in Udyamnagar, Kolhapur, Kolhapur Auto Works (KAW) has
evolved into an industry leader. As Indias first developer of the
indigenous Coal Gas Plant and creator of the iconic Vishwas Oil Engine,
Shri Mestri earned the title Yantra Maharshi in recognition of his
engineering brilliance. His legacy was upheld by Late Shri Panditrao
Shelke, whose steadfast pursuit of excellence continues to shape our
organization.
Today, KAW operates from a cutting-edge 60,000 sq
ft facility, combining a highly capable machine shop and foundry. Our
specialized infrastructure and skilled workforce enable us to serve a
global clientele across various industries including Sugar, Cement,
Mining, and more.
Our Capabilities & Engineering Expertise
Utilizing
the latest CAD/CAM tools and a Concurrent Engineering approach, we
ensure precision and productivity across design, simulation, and
drafting. Our in-house pattern shop, advanced casting unit, and CNC/VMC
machining facilities support end-to-end manufacturingfrom raw material
to finish. Dedicated quality assurance teams perform rigorous
inspections throughout the production lifecycle, ensuring all parts meet
engineering standards and customer specifications before dispatch.
Our Vision
To deliver exceptional products that drive value for our customersanchored by innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Our Quality Policy
Every project is overseen by qualified engineers who develop bespoke QA
plans, guaranteeing excellence from concept through to final delivery.
Industries We Serve
We provide specialized engineering solutions tailored to diverse sectors, including:
Sugar
Mining
Cement
Power & Energy
Steel & Metallurgy
Transportation
Abrasives & Machinery
Our customized spares, machinery, and services cater to the unique demands of each field.
Our Growth Journey
1996 First exports to Africa, marking our global entry with sugar mill machinery
2016 Launched non-ferrous foundry for in-house engineering and casting
2021
Formed global partnership with Chang Tractors, Thailand; KAW becomes a
Pvt. Ltd.; expanded to Gokul Shirgaon MIDC; upgraded CNC infrastructure
2025 Introduced Moto Division and MotoHaus for the automotive aftermarket
Milestones & Client Success
2,768+ projects completed in the past five years
568+ clients served worldwide, reflecting trust in our consistency and quality
Our Development Process: Precision in Every Step
At
Kolhapur Auto Works Pvt. Ltd., our manufacturing excellence is built on
a streamlined and integrated development process. From initial design
to final dispatch, every phase is meticulously executed to deliver
products that meet the highest standards of quality and performance.
1. Design & Simulation
We
begin with an advanced design process powered by Computer-Aided Design
(CAD) and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) tools. These systems, part
of our Advanced Engineering Environments (AEEs), enable our engineers to
simulate, analyze, and refine designs digitallyensuring maximum
efficiency, precision, and cost-effectiveness right from the concept
stage.
2. Pattern Development
Our in-house pattern shop
gives us a distinctive advantage. Staffed with experienced draftsmen and
artisans, the unit produces highly accurate patterns with tight
dimensional tolerances. This ensures seamless alignment between design
and final production, reducing errors and improving overall quality.
3. Casting Process
The
casting division is equipped with modern heat treatment facilities,
precision equipment, and a rigorous quality control framework. Whether
it's for ferrous or non-ferrous components, our setup ensures
consistency, strength, and optimal performance of all cast products.
4. Machining Process
To complement our casting operations, we operate a fully integrated machine shop featuring:
Conventional machines
CNC/VMC systems
Specialized lathes
Custom-purpose machines
This
allows us to provide components in either fully finished or
semi-finished condition, based on client requirements. Our setup
supports complex geometries and high-volume demands with equal
efficiency.
5. Pre-Dispatch Inspection
Before any product
leaves our facility, it undergoes a multi-stage inspection process by
our dedicated quality assurance team. Each item is thoroughly tested
against customer specifications and industry benchmarks to ensure
flawless delivery.
Kolhapur Auto Works Pvt. Ltd. maintains a
holistic, quality-driven development cyclefrom concept to
completionensuring unmatched reliability, precision, and customer
satisfaction with every product we deliver.