Group Companies
Aichelin Group
Aichelin Ges.m.b.H. in Mödling/Austria is a member of the international AICHELIN Group is in business for over 150 years. In addition to the production and the after sales service of industrial furnaces for different industries, the AICHELIN Group is active in the field of induction heating, as well as the production of industrial gas burner systems, large size Bogie Hearth furnaces, Batch furnaces, Pusher furnaces and Mesh Belt furnaces. All these furnaces are equipped with advanced automation system.
Industrial Furnaces
AICHELIN is the technological leader in this area with profound technical consulting competence for heat treatment furnaces and the necessary knowledge in process engineering. Mainly electrical and gas heated furnaces such as multi-purpose chamber, pusher type, conveyor belt, ring hearth, rotary hearth, bogie hearth, reheating and roller hearth furnaces are produced. Additionally, AICHELIN provides systems for cleaning of parts, protective gas generators and automation systems. Our after sales service provides spare parts and further customized services to our customers, such as reconstructions, trainings, etc.
Industrial Gas Burner Systems
NOXMAT GmbH has its core competences in developing, engineering and manufacturing industrial gas burners and controllers. They are used in plants for preheating and heat treatment of metallic materials and non-ferrous metals. Further, these burners can be used in the ceramic, environmental and chemical industry.
Business Divisons
AICHELIN GES.M.B.H.
AICHELIN industrial furnaces are known all over the world for their top quality. Furnaces are designed, manufactured and sold from factories in Austria, China, and India. Our claim to offer the best solutions regarding technology, price, and economic efficiency makes AICHELIN a first-choice partner for the automobile, screws, and bearings industries as well as for manufacturers of precision and small bulk parts.
AICHELIN HEAT TREATMENT SYSTEMS (BEIJING) CO. LTD.
AICHELIN industrial furnaces are known all over the world for their top quality. The furnaces are planned, manufactured and sold from sites in Austria, China, and India. Our claim to offer the best solutions regarding technology, price, and economic efficiency makes AICHELIN a first-choice partner for the automobile, screws, and bearings industries as well as for manufacturers of precision and small bulk parts.
AFC HOLCROFT
The number one in the US. AFC HOLCROFT's sturdy and reliable industrial furnaces are a global success. The long-established American company offers a uniquely broad spectrum of skills and products; from simple furnaces to fully automatic heat treatment lines, from standard solutions to highly individual plants - with extensive after sales services, maintenance and spare parts inclusive. AFC-Holcroft has subsidiaries in China and Switzerland as well as a global network of partners in Australia, Brazil, China, India, Mexico, Poland, and Spain.
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SAFED
The long-established Swiss company SAFED joined the AICHELIN Group in 2007. The small bulk parts of SAFED cast-link belt furnaces are designed, constructed, and manufactured at the AICHELIN Mödling site near Vienna for precision. The SAFED sites in Delémont (Switzerland), Besançon (France), and Ludwigsburg (Germany) handle services, modifications, modernizations, and spare parts for SAFED furnace plants.
ATMOSPHERE HEAT TREATING
Atmosphere Heat Treating is the heat treatment specialist for continuous salt bath hardening.
NOXMAT
The design, construction, and manufacturing of industrial gas burner systems and their control units are the specialty of NOXMAT GmbH. Operators and Manufacturers of industrial furnace plants all over the world trust the reliability, performance, and efficiency of the NOXMAT burner systems.
NITREX
NITREX is the only fully integrated global player in the surface treatment industry. With a presence in more than 20 countries, our portfolio of innovative solutions and unrivaled expertise are helping customers daily to achieve greater tolerances, meet the highest standards, and become more profitable along the way. With over 35 years of experience under our belt, we are the preferred choice of blue-chip customers around the globe for turnkey heat-treat systems, reliable technologies with over 4,000 proven formulas, proprietary high-end instrumentation, failsafe digital controls, and surface treatment services..
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AICHELIN SERVICE GMBH
As a global provider, AICHELIN’s extensive skills for servicing industrial furnaces are bundled in its own company with headquarters in Ludwigsburg, a subsidiary in Mödling, and the service company SAFED. More than 100 specialists offer extensive global services for AICHELIN, SAFED, and numerous other furnaces. The service portfolio is tailored exactly according to the requirements of plant operators and is being upscaled continuously since then. Global Services’ mission is to keep plant availability and productivity permanent and economically efficient.
UNITHERM GROUP
Unitherm Group is one of India’s most trusted and technologically advanced names in the heat treatment and metallurgical industry. Over the years, the group has built a strong reputation through innovation, engineering excellence, and strategic global partnerships that have strengthened its position in the thermal processing sector.
The group operates across multiple domains including commercial heat treatment services, industrial furnace manufacturing, vacuum heat treatment solutions, and advanced surface coating technologies. With manufacturing facilities and service centers strategically located across Pune, Bengaluru, Chennai, Bhiwadi, and Ahmedabad, Unitherm Group serves leading industries such as automotive, aerospace, engineering, tool & die, railways, defense, and heavy manufacturing.
A major strength of Unitherm Group lies in its international joint ventures, which bring together global technology and Indian manufacturing expertise.
Joint Ventures of Unitherm Group
AICHELIN UNITHERM Heat Treatment Systems India Pvt. Ltd.
AICHELIN UNITHERM is a 50:50 joint venture between Unitherm Engineers Limited, India and AICHELIN Holding GmbH, Austria — one of the world’s leading industrial furnace manufacturers. This partnership has established AICHELIN UNITHERM as India’s technological leader in industrial furnace manufacturing and advanced thermal processing solutions.
Indo German Vacu Treat Pvt. Ltd. (IGVT)
Indo German Vacu Treat Pvt. Ltd. is a 50:50 joint venture between Unitherm and Systherms, Germany. The company specializes in advanced vacuum heat treatment technologies and offers high-quality vacuum processing solutions for precision engineering industries.
Unitherm Nova Coating (UNC)
Unitherm Nova Coating is a strategic collaboration between Unitherm Engineers Limited and Nova Coating, Germany. The venture focuses on advanced PVD coating technologies designed to improve tool life, wear resistance, surface hardness, and operational efficiency.
Unitherm Engineers Ltd.
Unitherm Engineers Limited is India's leading commercial atmospheric heat treatment service provider and is renowned for its expertise. Our state-of-the-art plants in Pune, Bengaluru, Bhiwadi, Chennai and Ahmedabad are strategically located near major automotive hubs to ensure accessibility and convenience.
We provide our services to India’s top auto OEMs and their numerous pan-India suppliers, delivering optimal results. Our services include carburizing, carbonitriding, hardening and tempering, and gas-nitriding heat treatments to enhance component performance and durability.
With a dedicated team of metallurgists, we excel in every department, expediting process development and ensuring precision in all our endeavors. Our commitment to heat treatment excellence is upheld by a highly skilled and experienced workforce, working together to deliver consistent quality, technical expertise, and reliable solutions across every stage of our operations.
Our journey doesn't end here—Unitherm Engineers Limited is committed to ambitious expansion plans, bringing our exceptional services even closer to you.
Heat treatment services provided include Carburizing, Case Hardening, Carbonitriding, Gas Nitriding, Gas Nitrocarburizing and more.
For more information, please visit www.unithermengineers.com
Indo-German Vacu Treat Pvt. Ltd.
Indo-German Vacu Treat Pvt. Ltd. (IGVT) is a leading provider in India's commercial vacuum heat treatment sector, ranking as the third-largest service provider nationwide. Established through a strategic joint venture between Systherms GmbH (Germany) and Unitherm Engineers Limited (India), IGVT operates three state-of-the-art plants strategically located near key automotive hubs:
Pune, Maharashtra: Catering to the western region's tooling and component manufacturers.
Bangalore, Karnataka: Serving the southern industrial sectors.
Chennai, Tamil Nadu: Supporting the southern manufacturing landscape.
Our expertise lies in delivering advanced vacuum hardening and plasma nitriding services, primarily catering to the domestic tool and die manufacturing sector. Our diverse service portfolio includes:
Vacuum Brazing: Ensuring strong, precise joints for complex assemblies.
Solution Annealing: Enhancing material ductility and corrosion resistance.
Ageing: Improving mechanical properties through controlled heat treatment.
We proudly serve a wide range of industries, including aerospace, defense, medical equipment, food processing, and consumer goods. With a dedicated workforce exceeding 70 professionals, IGVT remains committed to excellence and innovation in all our endeavors.
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Unitherm Nova Coating
Unitherm Nova Coating (UNC) is a pioneering joint venture between Unitherm Engineers Limited, India’s leading expert in commercial atmospheric heat treatment, and Nova Coating, Germany’s specialist in advanced surface coating technologies. This collaboration unites decades of expertise to deliver cutting-edge PVD coatings that enhance the performance, durability, and efficiency of tools and components across industries.
By combining advanced heat treatment and surface engineering, we provide high-performance coating solutions tailored to the unique needs of sectors such as automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing. Our coatings improve wear resistance, reduce friction, and optimize operational efficiency, helping businesses achieve superior productivity and cost savings.
At UNC, we are committed to innovation, precision, and quality, ensuring each coating meets the highest industry standards. With a focus on timely delivery and customized solutions, we work closely with our clients to enhance the reliability and longevity of their tools and components.
Partner with Unitherm Nova Coating for next-level industrial performance with state-of-the-art PVD coatings designed for excellence.
For more information, please visit
www.unc-india.com/