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Meta Title: Ludhiana Auto Part Case Study | Thakur Industries
Meta Description: Learn how induction hardening helped a Ludhiana auto part manufacturer reduce warranty claims by 40%. Explore Thakur Industries’ proven industrial solutions.
In today’s competitive automotive industry, quality and reliability are non-negotiable. Manufacturers are under constant pressure to reduce defects, extend component life, and minimize warranty claims.
This case study highlights how a Ludhiana-based auto part manufacturer leveraged induction hardening solutions from Thakur Industries to achieve a 40% reduction in warranty claims, enhancing both customer trust and operational efficiency.
The manufacturer faced several critical issues:
Frequent part failures under high stress
Rising warranty claim costs affecting profitability
Difficulty in achieving consistent surface hardness with traditional furnace hardening
Need for fast turnaround to meet production deadlines
Key Objective: Improve component durability while maintaining cost-efficiency and production timelines.
Thakur Industries provided a tailored induction heat treatment solution, focusing on:
Localized hardening of gears, shafts, and bushings
Custom coil design for each component type
Controlled hardness depth to prevent distortion
Rapid heating and quenching reduced cycle time
Minimal disruption to the manufacturer’s production schedule
Metallurgical testing ensured consistent hardness and case depth
Documentation and reporting provided traceability for each batch
Thakur Industries’ engineers assisted in design modifications for better induction results
Ongoing guidance to optimize component geometry and material selection
After implementing induction hardening solutions:
Warranty claims dropped by 40% within six months
Component lifespan increased by up to 2x
Maintenance costs reduced, with fewer unplanned downtime events
Improved customer satisfaction and brand reputation
Additional Benefits:
Consistent surface quality and wear resistance
Enhanced return on investment (ROI) due to fewer replacements and lower warranty payouts
Induction hardening offers several advantages over traditional furnace methods:
Precision: Targeted hardening only where required
Efficiency: Fast processing reduces energy and labor costs
Consistency: Uniform hardness ensures reliability in high-stress applications
Flexibility: Adaptable to different steels and complex geometries
These benefits make it an ideal solution for automotive manufacturers in Ludhiana and beyond, seeking to improve quality and reduce warranty-related costs.
