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BFW strengthens manufacturing base in Punjab
OEM Update Magazine
|March 2026
At MachAuto Expo 2026, Bharat Fritz Werner Ltd. presented a focused portfolio of machining solutions tailored for Punjab's agriculture, automotive, valve, and hand tool sectors. Led by regional manager Sukhdev Kumar, the company highlighted its strong local presence through a dedicated showroom and application-driven support.
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At the recently concluded MachAuto Expo 2026, the energy at the BFW stall went beyond machine demonstrations; it reflected a clear regional strategy. With a dedicated showroom in Punjab and a focused approach toward agriculture, automotive, valve, and hand tool manufacturers, Bharat Fritz Werner Ltd. (BFW) reinforced its commitment to North India's growing manufacturing ecosystem.
Leading this regional push is Sukhdev Kumar, Regional Manager and Head of the Punjab showroom. Speaking at the event, he emphasised that BFW's presence in Punjab is not limited to sales but also extends to application support, faster service response times, and closer customer engagement.
“We showcased four key machines — the HMC Prima 55 Pro, VTL BVL 700H, turning machine STL 2070, and the VMC BMV Pro. Our focus remained on serving agriculture, automotive, valve lines, and hand tool manufacturers in this region," he noted, underlining the company's sector-driven strategy.
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