What Forech does

Forech India Pvt. Ltd. is an Indian manufacturer of fabric and steel cord reinforced rubber conveyor belts, organized under its current legal form in 1994 with roots dating to 1972. The company operates manufacturing plants in Dhaturi (commissioned 2003) and Cheyyar/Chennai (commissioned 2010), claims the position of India's largest steel cord belt producer, and reports production capacity of 75+ km per month at widths up to 2600mm and rated belt strength up to 5400 kN/m. Its product portfolio spans steel cord, pipe, bucket elevator, sidewall, chevron, general purpose, heat-resistant, oil-resistant, and fire-resistant conveyor belts, complemented by a branded accessory stack covering ceramic pulley lagging (FORLAG), impact bars (FORGLIDE), composite ceramic liners (FORWEAR), rubber lining sheets (FORLINE, FORCHEM, FORSEAL), screening mats (FORCORD), rubberized belt fasteners, and cold vulcanizing adhesives.

Forech sells primarily to enterprise customers in heavy industries — mining and minerals, cement, thermal power, and steel (all flagged as primary verticals) — with secondary exposure to aggregates and chemicals/fertilizers. The go-to-market is sales-led B2B through direct enterprise engagement, a global distributor network spanning 55+ export markets, and a multi-language website inquiry system supporting five languages. Pricing is quotation-based with multi-year contracts, and the offering is bundled with on-site installation, commissioning, splicing, maintenance, inspection, and technical consulting services. Named enterprise customers include Steel Authority of India, ACC Limited, and Jindal Steel.

The company's revenue model rests on hardware sales of conveyor belts and rubber lining products, supplemented by professional services. Distribution combines direct sales (domestic) with a channel/reseller network (international). Forech holds a broad compliance portfolio (ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, NABL, REACH, MSHA, EN 14973:2016, IQ NET) and operates a wholly-owned subsidiary, Forech Mining & Construction Int. LLP, which extends the operating footprint into mining and construction services. Strategic technology partnerships include Conveyor Dynamics Inc. (CDI) for conveyor design optimization and TUNRA LTD (University of Newcastle) for adhesive testing validation.

Name

Forech

Legal name

Forech India Pvt. Ltd.

Website

https://forech.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Forech India Pvt. Ltd. is an Indian manufacturer of fabric and steel cord reinforced rubber conveyor belts and rubber lining accessories, supplying enterprise customers in mining, cement, thermal power, and steel across 55+ export markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Conveyor Belts

NAICS

Rubber and Plastics Hoses and Belting Manufacturing (326220)

SIC

Fabricated Rubber Products, Nec (3060)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Belting (Conveyor, Power Transmission) (IMANALAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Bulk Material Handling Systems (Belt Conveyors, Feeders, Stackers, Reclaimers) (IMAHABAH), Industrial Belting, Conveying & Power Transmission Textiles (Conveyor/Drive Belts/Hoses Reinforcement) (IMAOADAG)

Keywords

• Conveyor belt manufacturing
• Steel cord belts
• Rubber lining products
• Industrial material handling
• Bulk material handling equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

New Delhi

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Conveyor Belt Sales: Manufacturing and sale of fabric and steel cord reinforced rubber conveyor belts for bulk material handling. Main revenue stream from industrial customers in mining, cement, steel, and power sectors.
2. Rubber Lining Products: Sale of rubber lining sheets and accessories including FORLINE, FORCHEM, FORSEAL product lines for industrial equipment protection
3. Pulley Lagging & Accessories: Sale of ceramic pulley lagging, impact bars, and belt repair materials for conveyor system maintenance and enhancement
4. Services: On-site installation, commissioning, belt splicing, maintenance, inspection, and technical consulting services

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Forech manufactures fabric and steel cord reinforced rubber conveyor belts, alongside rubber lining sheets and material handling accessories, for bulk material handling in heavy industries. Its product line spans steel cord, pipe, bucket elevator, sidewall, chevron, general purpose and specialised (heat-, oil-, fire-resistant) conveyor belts, complemented by branded accessories such as FORLAG ceramic pulley lagging, FORGLIDE impact bars, FORWEAR composite liners, FORLINE/FORCHEM/FORSEAL rubber sheets, FORCORD screening mats, belt fasteners and cold vulcanizing adhesives.

Product overview

Forech is a global manufacturer of engineered conveyor solutions and rubber products for heavy industries. The product portfolio consists of two main categories: Conveyor Belts (steel cord, pipe, bucket elevator, sidewall, chevron, general purpose, heat-resistant, oil-resistant, and fire-resistant belts) and Rubber Lining Sheets & Accessories (FORLAG pulley lagging products, FORGLIDE impact bars, FORWEAR composite ceramic liners, FORLINE rubber sheets in various grades, FORCORD screening mats, rubberized belt fasteners, repair materials, and cold vulcanizing adhesives). The conveyor belts form the core product line, while the accessories and linings serve as complementary offerings that enhance conveyor system performance and longevity.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• FORLINE: Anti-abrasive and anti-corrosion rubber sheets, FDA quality rubber sheets
• FORCHEM
• FORSEAL
• FORLAG
• FORCORD
• FORGLIDE
• FORWEAR
• RBF

Products and services

• Steel Cord Conveyor Belts High-strength conveyor belts reinforced with steel cords, designed for long-distance conveying, heavy loads and demanding industrial environments, offering superior durability and reduced elongation compared to fabric belts.
• Pipe Conveyor Belt Enclosed conveyor belt system that forms a pipe shape to transport bulk materials cleanly and safely, suited to curved and inclined conveying paths with environmental protection.
• Bucket Elevator Belt Steel cord reinforced belts designed for vertical material transport in cement, mining and power industries, with high tensile strength, dimensional stability and excellent adhesion properties.
• Sidewall Conveyor Belt Conveyor belts with vertical sidewalls and cleats for steep-incline conveying, enabling material transport at angles up to 90 degrees.
• Chevron Conveyor Belt Conveyor belts with chevron-pattern cleats to prevent material rollback on inclined surfaces, suitable for loose materials at angles up to 35-40 degrees.
• General Purpose Belt Standard conveyor belts for general material handling applications across various industries, providing reliable performance for everyday conveying needs.
• Heat Resistance Belt Specialized conveyor belts designed to withstand high-temperature materials and environments in cement, steel and thermal power industries.
• Oil Resistance Belt Conveyor belts engineered to resist degradation from oils and greases, for handling oily materials or operating in petroleum-contaminated environments.
• Fire Resistance Belt Conveyor belts designed to prevent flame spread and maintain integrity during fire exposure, meeting safety standards for underground mining and hazardous environments.
• FORLAG Ceramic Pulley Lagging Ceramic-coated pulley lagging providing superior grip and wear resistance for drive pulleys, reducing belt slippage and extending component life in wet and dirty conditions.
• FORGLIDE Impact Bars Impact-absorbing bars for conveyor belt load points, featuring a UHMWPE top cover and energy-absorbing rubber core to protect belts from material impact damage.
• FORWEAR Composite Rubber and Ceramic Liners Wear-resistant linings combining rubber and ceramic tiles (minimum 92% aluminium oxide content) for chutes, hoppers and truck beds, providing extended service life in high-abrasion applications.
• FORLINE Anti-Abrasive and Anti-Corrosion Rubber Sheets Rubber lining sheets designed to protect industrial equipment from abrasion and corrosion, extending equipment life in harsh operating environments.
• FORCHEM Chemical Resistant Rubber Sheets Specialized rubber linings resistant to chemical exposure, designed for chemical and fertilizer industry equipment protection.
• FORSEAL Industrial Rubber Sheets Industrial-grade rubber sheets for general sealing and lining applications across multiple industries.
• FORCORD Screening Mats Wear-resistant screening mats for mineral processing and aggregate operations, designed to withstand abrasive materials in screening applications.
• Cold Vulcanizing Adhesive (TRS 2002 and TRS 4004) Cold-setting adhesive solutions for rubber-to-rubber, rubber-to-fabric and rubber-to-metal bonding, as well as belt splicing and repairs.
• Conveyor Belt Repair Materials Cold bonding repair patches, strips and materials for on-site conveyor belt repairs, enabling maintenance without hot vulcanization equipment.
• Installation, Commissioning, Splicing, Maintenance and Technical Consulting Services On-site installation, commissioning, belt splicing, maintenance, inspection and technical consulting services supporting Forech conveyor systems at customer sites.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 40% energy savings with optimized conveyor systems (CDI partnership reference)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• CDI (Conveyor Dynamics Inc.)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTechnology partnership for conveyor belt design optimization. CDI, as Forech's partner, has enabled energy savings of up to 40% with optimized overland conveyor systems through arrangement and motor optimization. CDI provides engineering expertise complementing Forech's manufacturing capabilities.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Continental ContiTech: Global market leader in multi-ply fabric and steel cord conveyor belting with extensive mining, cement, and power-industry installed base. Directly comparable product category and end markets to Forech, but with vastly broader portfolio and global service footprint.
• Bridgestone Conveyor Belts: Industrial arm of the tire giant producing heavy-duty steel cord and fabric conveyor belts for mining and bulk handling. Overlaps with Forech on steel cord belts for long-distance and high-tension applications.

Direct peers

• Fenner Dunlop (Michelin): World-leading steel cord and fabric conveyor belt manufacturer owned by Michelin, with deep mine-site service network. Closest pure-play comparable to Forech in steel cord belting for heavy industrial applications.
• Sempertrans (Semperit): Austrian-headquartered specialist in textile and steel cord conveyor belts serving mining, cement, steel and power. Directly comparable specialty conveyor belt portfolio and target customer segments as Forech.
• Bando Chemical Industries: Japanese manufacturer of power transmission and conveyor belts with global industrial sales. Comparable specialty rubber belting product range including steel cord and fabric-reinforced belts for heavy industries served by Forech.

Emerging players

• Zhejiang Double Arrow Rubber: One of China's largest conveyor belt producers with strong steel cord capability and export focus. Closest emerging-market competitor to Forech in steel cord belts and growing presence in the same export markets.
• Shandong Aneng Conveyor Belt: Chinese conveyor belt manufacturer focused on steel cord and fabric belts for coal mining and power generation. Competes with Forech on price in select export markets and on large infrastructure tenders across Asia and Africa.

Regional players

• Somax Conveyor Belting: Indian conveyor belt manufacturer serving mining, cement and power sectors domestically. Directly comparable Indian-market competitor to Forech with overlapping customer base and product range.
• ContiTech India: Indian subsidiary of Continental's industrial rubber business, supplying conveyor belts and rubber linings to local heavy industry. Head-to-head regional competitor for Forech inside the Indian market.
• Dunlop Conveyor Belting (India): Indian arm of Fenner Dunlop manufacturing and distributing conveyor belts for mining and cement. Directly comparable regional competitor to Forech in the domestic steel cord belt market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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