Palmetto India Launched Simultaneously in Chennai and Pondicherry
Palmetto Industries International of Augusta, GA, has recently acquired 100% of the assets of three of its suppliers in India to create Palmetto India. Today, with factories in Pondicherry and Chennai, Palmetto now has a 100% vertically integrated FIBC manufacturing facility that is said to be state-of-the-art.
Tweet-- Palmetto Industries International of Augusta, GA, has recently acquired 100% of the assets of three of its suppliers in India to create Palmetto India. Today, with factories in Pondicherry and Chennai, Palmetto now has a 100% vertically integrated FIBC manufacturing facility that is said to be state-of-the-art.
Asok Kumar, director of Asian operations for Palmetto Industries, said: “The first thing that impresses our customers is the extremely clean operation and organised layout of the entire factory.” He continues, “In over 18 years in this industry, I have never previously seen any company that has a total commitment to customers, employees, the community and the environment.”
Palmetto India’s factory is also claimed to be the first FIBC production plant which is committed to becoming totally “green”. Not only does the company combine leading edge production machinery and highly efficient manufacturing procedures, but all construction materials and labour are sourced from the immediate vicinity. “Though Palmetto has had a rich history in India and has the credit of facilitating the first FIBC made in India, this factory will raise the bar for all other FIBC manufacturers” said Shankar Balan, chairman and CEO. “Today, we are one of the largest manufacturers and distributors of FIBCs, but our intent has never been to become the largest, but to be the best – and by achieving that, growth comes naturally,” continues Balan.
Globally Palmetto has risen to the forefront of FIBC manufacture and distribution, as several leading multi-national chemical manufacturers have recognised the high quality of the company’s products coupled with its exceptional service. With warehouses throughout North America and several parts of Europe and Asia, Palmetto is capable of servicing most locations within a 24-48 hour period. Innovation continues to be the driving force at Palmetto’s factories. New designs and products remain the focal point of the Palmetto Technology Center which was set up early last year in Chennai. Since Palmetto caters for the needs of customers who use more than just FIBCs, the synergies of the other products – whether they be multi-wall paper, PP/BOPP or intermodal container liners – assist in creating and sharing best practices and solutions for its customers. Every product manufactured and distributed by Palmetto goes through a rigorous quality inspection. For this reason it is not surprising that Palmetto has set itself the target of qualifying for 6 Sigma and pharmaceutical/food-grade certifications as mandatory.
Notes to Editor
Palmetto Industries International was established in 1994 and ranked as the second fastest growing company in the USA within its second year of operation. It is a 100% vertically integrated manufacturer and distributor of commercial packaging products which include FIBCs, multi-wall paper bags, PP/BOPP bags and intermodal container liners. With a market presence in Asia, Europe, North and South America and Australia and with factories in India and China, Palmetto has become the preferred supplier and industrial packaging partner for many of the Fortune 500 companies.