With over three decades of experience, Shri Bhagwati Machines Private Limited (SBMPL) has built advanced technological capabilities and expertise in engineering and manufacturing across stone processing, cranes, and sheet metal solutions. The company follows a modular-build approach for its machinery and has successfully completed 10,000+ installations in more than 10 countries. In an exclusive interview with Tube & Pipe India, Mr. Yashwant Sharma, Managing Director of Shri Bhagwati Machines Private Limited, highlighted the company’s tube laser cutting solutions, engineered for high-precision cutting of pipes and tubes across diverse cross-sections. SBMPL has come up with next-generation 6 kW+ lasers for thicker sections, ultra-fine tolerances, and superior surface finishes. Backed by its innovation, modular design, and in-house manufacturing, SBMPL is strategically positioned to lead the industrial transformation towards automation and digitization.

Tube & Pipe India: Please elaborate on the journey, key milestones, and success story of your company.

Yashwant Sharma: Shri Bhagwati Machines Private Limited (SBMPL), a Make-in-India machine manufacturer with advanced technological capabilities and expertise in engineering, takes pride in over three decades of shaping India’s manufacturing landscape. Established in 1995 by our visionary founder, Mr. Yashwant Sharma, the company was born out of his foresight to tap into the then underexplored realm of industrial stone machinery.

What began in Ajmer, Rajasthan, as a focused initiative in precision manufacturing has today grown into a trusted name in stone processing, cranes, and sheet metal solutions that is synonymous with innovation, reliability, and engineering excellence.

Our growth journey is defined by significant milestones including a presence in 100+ cities across India and 10+ countries worldwide, 5000+ installations of single/multi cutters, 1000+ line polishing machines, 100+ advanced laser cutting machines, and 2000+ custom-built cranes. Each achievement reflects the trust our clients place in our solutions that stand the test of time.

This journey is powered by a strong foundation of deep market understanding, continuous R&D, and a customer-first approach. We believe technology should not only drive productivity but also simplify and scale operations for manufacturers everywhere. Every part of our machines—right from raw materials to final assembly—is manufactured in-house, ensuring unmatched precision, durability, and long-term reliability. This complete in-house ecosystem is what sets SBMPL apart, making us a symbol of trust for industries across India and beyond.

TPI: Could you walk us through your product range and technological capabilities in tube laser cutting?

YS: SBMPL’s tube laser cutting machines represent the pinnacle of its sheet metal division. These machines are engineered for high precision cutting of pipes and tubes across diverse cross-sections—including round, square, triangular, rectangular, angle, channel, wide flange, and oblong shapes. It accommodates a wide range of pipe diameters: from 20 mm up to 320 mm, depending on model.

Our technical specifications include:

• Models: PX1660, PX2260/2290, and PX3260/3290
• Laser Power: 1 kW–2 kW (PX1660), up to 3 kW (PX2260/2290), up to 6 kW (PX3260/3290).
• Chuck Size: 160 mm, 220 mm, 320 mm respectively, available in 2-, 3-, or 4-chuck configurations.
• Tube Length: Supports 6,000 mm standard; optional 9,000 mm.
• Loading Weight: Up to 20 kg/m, 30 kg/m, or 40 kg/m.
• Accuracy: Positioning: ±0.05 mm and Re-positioning: ±0.03 mm

‘‘SBMPL’s tube laser cutting machines are cost-effective, designed for quick return on investment, low operational and ownership costs, and maximized uptime.’’

TPI: What are the unique selling points (USPs) of your tube laser cutting machines compared to your peers? Why do manufacturers prefer your machines?

YS: SBMPL’s tube laser cutting machines stand out due to exceptional precision—positioning accuracy of ±0.05 mm and repositioning within ±0.03 mm, ensuring high-quality, and repeatable cuts. It has a flexible power range (1–6 kW) to suit varied industrial requirements. The machine has versatile chuck configurations (2–4 chucks) and loading modes (manual to fully automatic) for operational adaptability.

The machines are cost-effective, designed for quick return on investment, low operational and ownership costs, and maximized uptime. It supports features such as floating table, stable chucks, integrated safety enclosure, modularity, and reliable control system.

It also has a broad material handling capability that cuts various shapes and materials. This is ideal for industrial and manufacturing settings seeking superior performance and productivity.

These combined factors—precision, flexibility, operational efficiency, modular design, and robust support—make SBMPL machines a highly preferred company for the manufacturers.

TPI: Please brief us about your manufacturing facilities, production capacities, and the advanced processes you employ to ensure precision and reliability in your machines.

YS: SBMPL has one of India’s largest manufacturing facilities, supported by a state-of-the-art design and engineering center. It has a modular build approach that ensures scalable, and highly maintainable machine designs.

We have a highly skilled workforce with 1,000+ professionals, coupled with strong R&D and a sharp focus on and indigenous technology development, including patents. We ensure precision engineering, strengthened by a strong quality control, and reliability, and are backed by a dedicated service team providing both remote and onsite support. While specific production quotas aren’t disclosed, the scale of activity and global installation count reflects our substantial capacity.

‘‘Looking ahead, several trends will shape the future of tube and metal fabrication. This includes automation and digitization, higher precision, varied power lasers, modularity and configurability, efficiency and sustainability, and a shift to customized, complex profiles.’’

TPI: Tell us about your domestic and global clientele in the metal processing and fabrication sector. How strong is your market presence?

YS: SBMPL’s has achieved 10,000+ installations across 10+ countries. We have presence in multiple sectors including stone processing, sheet metal, cranes, infrastructure, fiber laser/CNC machinery—spanning domestic and export markets. This demonstrates a robust domestic market base and growing international footprint, positioning SBMPL as a leading manufacturing Indian brand with global relevance.

TPI: In your view, how do you see the future of tube and metal fabrication technologies? What trends or factors do you believe will drive the industry forward?

YS: Looking ahead, several trends will shape the future of tube and metal fabrication. This includes automation and digitization, higher precision, varied power lasers, modularity and configurability, efficiency and sustainability, and a shift to customized, complex profiles.

In automation and digitization, more machines will integrate smart controls and latest industry capabilities such as AI, IoT, predictive maintenance.

For higher precision and varied power requirements, the industry is moving toward 6 kW+ lasers for thicker sections, achieving ultra-fine tolerances and superior surface finishes.

For modularity and configurability, flexible, modular machine architectures—as those in SBMPL—will become standard to match diverse job orders. For greater efficiency and sustainability, the focus is on energy-efficient lasers, minimizing material waste, and promoting eco-conscious manufacturing.

There is a shift toward customized and complex profiles, driven by growing demand for non-standard shapes, multi-dimensional designs, and hybrid fabrication—fueling the need for advanced laser processing capabilities. With our focus on innovation, modular design, and in-house manufacturing, SBMPL is well-positioned to lead this evolution.

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TPI: What are your expansion plans, upcoming product launches, or strategic goals for the coming years?

YS: In the coming years, there will be continuous innovation in laser and CNC technologies, potentially expanding power ranges or introducing smarter automation. We are scaling global outreach, building on the already strong installation base. Our product development is driven by ongoing R&D, supported by patents and modular design excellence.
Strategically, SBMPL aims to cement its global leadership by combining innovation, affordability, high quality, and sustainability, driving the future of machine manufacturing.

‘‘Every part of our machines—right from raw materials to final assembly—is manufactured in-house, ensuring unmatched precision, durability, and long-term reliability.’’