HOW A HOMEGROWN LUBRICANT BRAND IS POWERING INDIAN INDUSTRY

Molygraph Lubricants is one of India's leading manufacturers and suppliers of high-performance speciality lubricants and greases, serving a wide range of industrial applications. To gain insights into the company's journey and growth, we spoke with Arati Vora, Director of Research and Development, Quality Control, and Operations at Molygraph Lubricants. With an impressive 38 years of experience in the speciality lubricants industry, she shares important insights into Molygraph's inception, the milestones it has achieved, and how the company has successfully established a distinct reputation within the industry.

- Arati Vora Director of R&D, QC, and Operations Molygraph Lubricants

Please tell us about Molygraph Lubricants' journey from its inception and the idea behind its origin. What gaps did it aim to address in the Indian market?

Molygraph Lubricants began its journey over five decades ago with a simple yet powerful vision: to bridge the gap between global-quality speciality lubricants and the growing needs of Indian industries. At the time, India heavily relied on imported lubricants for critical applications, especially in the metalworking and MRO sectors. We recognised the opportunity to offer indigenously developed solutions that matched international standards in performance and reliability. With a strong focus on tribology and in-house R&D, Molygraph Lubricants set out to become a technology-driven partner for industries seeking customised, high-performance lubrication solutions. Today, our legacy is built on consistent innovation, technical expertise, and a customer-first mindset.

What are the company's biggest challenges, and how are you addressing them?

One of the key challenges we face is raising awareness about the importance of using the right lubricant rather than just any lubricant. Lubrication is overlooked in preventive maintenance strategies, leading to avoidable failures and downtime. Another challenge is adapting to the rapidly changing technological and sustainability expectations of industries. We address these through continued investments in training, customer education, and collaborative R&D. Our technical team works closely with clients to conduct site trials, failure analyses, and training workshops, ensuring that our solutions are well understood.

What sets Molygraph Lubricants apart from other lubricant manufacturers in terms of innovation and product development?