JPFL Films expands its Capacitor Films Business with ₹ 250 Crore investment 

By Staff Report October 22, 2024 6:14 pm IST

Technical success of the capacitor films among customers including TDK, Tibcon, Jimcap, Shreem, Magnewin etc.

JPFL Films Pvt Ltd (Jindal) announces full capacity utilisation for the capacitor film business. The company is doubling its capacity with a capex commitment of INR 250 crore by 2025. They are capitalising on the technical success of the films among various customers in India. The quick turnaround and success are also due to close working collaboration with its own group company Treofan GmbH, a long-standing trusted Gold Standard supplier to this industry.

JPFL has employed advanced machinery capable of modifying the film surface roughness on both sides and creating multiple metalizing patterns according to the end customer’s needs. A distinctive feature of the capacitor films by JPFL is the film’s high breakdown voltage, a crucial characteristic that has shown consistent improvement through ongoing process refinements. The company also has world-class testing facilities including sophisticated pinhole testing to ensure that every product meets the highest standards of quality and reliability. The company offers all variants of PP based Capacitor films base films, Hazy films and Metalized Capacitor films. These metallized capacitor films can be manufactured in various patterns and designs, including impregnated films.

Dr Mahesh N Gopalasamudram, Dy CEO (Growth Division), JPFL put it in perspective while sharing, “This expansion is in line with our aim to contribute to the Make in India initiative of the government thereby reducing import dependency. With the help of advanced machinery and state-of-the-art testing facilities, we are working towards supporting the industry to become self-reliant and shorten developmental lead times. Supplying films with exceptional breakdown voltage, shorter lead time, robust supply chain and consistent quality is our commitment to the industry. Our enhanced capacity will ensure a steady supply of locally manufactured world-class technical films, supporting the growth of various industries, including electronics, automotive, and energy storage.”

This strategic expansion highlights the company’s commitment to technology, quality, cost optimization and innovation, leading to enhanced customer satisfaction. As the capacitor films market continues to evolve, Jindal is better equipped to meet the opportunities that lie ahead, reinforcing its status as an industry pioneer and reliable partner for businesses worldwide.