Sherman International

What Sherman International does

Sherman International (P) Limited is a privately held Indian industrial instrumentation channel partner and solution provider, founded in 1973 in New Delhi. The company acts as a strategic bridge between global instrumentation manufacturers (including FCI, KEM/Tricor, Intra-Automation, SOR, CEMB, ZEECO, Scherzinger, and OEM Process Technology) and Indian process-industry customers, distributing a broad portfolio of flow measurement devices, process switches, dynamic balancing machines, vibration monitoring systems, combustion control equipment, fluid control products, fused-glass process cameras, and railway OHE fittings. Its certified product range includes SIL2/SIL3-rated, ATEX/IECEx-certified vibration and flame-detection equipment, plus Factory Mutual-approved fused sight glass technology, which it positions for hazardous-environment and high-pressure process applications.

The business operates across at least eleven verticals, with primary exposure to Oil & Gas, Chemical & Petrochemical, Power Generation, Refinery, and general Process Industries, plus secondary exposure to Cement, Sugar, Aerospace, Railway, Pharmaceutical, Fertilizer, and Marine sectors. Its revenue model combines hardware distribution with installation and commissioning, system integration, condition monitoring analysis, turbine and compressor revamping (via AviComp Controls), after-sales support with spare parts and training, and EPC/turnkey contracting with multi-currency procurement. Pricing is quote-based and project-specific; no public pricing exists.

The company employs 11-50 people, is privately held with no disclosed external investors, has not raised funding, and operates from a single New Delhi headquarters. Go-to-market is enterprise field sales supported by pre-sales technical consulting and full-lifecycle after-sales service, with marketing limited to its website, direct contact, and industry trade presence.

Name

Sherman International

Legal name

Sherman International (P) Limited

Website

https://sherman-india.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1973

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Sherman International is a privately held New Delhi-based channel partner and solution provider distributing global industrial instrumentation and process control equipment to Indian process industries including Oil & Gas, Chemical, Power, and Refinery, with installation, integration, and EPC services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Instrumentation & Process Control Equipment Distribution

NAICS

Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Wholesale-Industrial Machinery & Equipment (5084)

akta.pro primary industry

Control System Integration & Engineering Services (Design, Commissioning, Retrofits) (IMAGABAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Industrial Automation Software (SCADA, HMI, MES, Historian) (IMAHAHAJ), Instrumentation & Control (I&C) Integration & Commissioning Support (EUAKAAAH), Industrial & Process Engineering Consulting (BPAHAIAF)

Keywords

• Industrial instrumentation
• Flow measurement products
• Process control equipment
• Vibration monitoring systems
• Combustion control solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

New Delhi

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Product Distribution and Supply: Distribution and supply of industrial instrumentation products including flow meters, process switches, vibration monitoring systems, combustion control equipment, and fluid control systems from global manufacturers to Indian industry
2. Installation and Commissioning Services: On-site installation, commissioning, calibration, and testing services for all supplied instruments performed by skilled technicians
3. System Integration Services: Seamless system integration services to ensure proper workflow optimization and enhanced operational efficiency
4. After-Sales Support and Maintenance: Technical support, troubleshooting, maintenance, spare parts supply, and training programs for installed equipment
5. EPC and Turnkey Project Execution: Project-specific drawing creation, document management, scheduling, inspection, testing, and full project execution from planning to commissioning
6. Project Documentation and Management: Project execution expertise for EPC contractors including support with drawings and documents

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Sherman International is an authorized channel partner and solution provider that distributes industrial instrumentation, measurement, and process control equipment from leading global manufacturers (FCI, KEM/Tricor, IntraAutomation, SOR, CEMB, ZEECO, Scherzinger, OEM Process Technology) to Indian process industries. Its core offering combines hardware distribution (flow meters, process switches, vibration monitoring systems, flame scanners, balancing machines, sight glasses, process cameras) with professional services including installation, commissioning, system integration, condition monitoring analysis, turbine/compressor revamping, after-sales support, and EPC/turnkey project execution.

Product overview

Sherman International is a channel partner and solution provider offering a broad portfolio of industrial instrumentation, measurement, and monitoring products across multiple categories. The core product portfolio spans eight main categories: Flow Measurement (Thermal Mass Flow Meters, Averaging Pitot Tubes, Coriolis Mass Flow Meters, Positive Displacement Flow Meters, and Ultrasonic Flow Meters sourced from brands including FCI, KEM/Tricor, and Intra-Automation); Process Switches (Differential Pressure, Flow, Level, Temperature, and Vibration switches from SOR); Dynamic Balancing Machines (Horizontal and Vertical Axis machines from CEMB); Vibration Monitoring Systems (Vibrometers, Accelerometers, and Condition Monitoring Systems with SIL2/SIL3 certification from CEMB); Combustion Control (UV/IR Flame Scanners, Flame Simulators, and High Energy Ignitors from ZEECO); Fluid Control (Fuel Flow Dividers from Scherzinger); Process Technology (Fused Sight Glasses, Process Cameras, High Temperature Cameras, and Sugar Pan Microscopic Cameras); and Railway OHE Fittings and Accessories. These products are complemented by services including Installation and Commissioning, System Integration, Turbines and Compressors Revamping, Condition Monitoring Analysis, After Sales Support, and EPC/Turnkey Contracting. The company acts as a strategic bridge between leading global manufacturers and Indian industry, providing technical consulting, system optimization, and project execution support.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Thermal Mass Flow Meter FCI Thermal Mass Flow Meter using patented thermal dispersion technology (AST) for air and gas flow measurement with no moving parts and minimal invasiveness, suitable for pipes and ducts from 1/4 inch to large stacks.
• Averaging Pitot Tube ITABAR Averaging Pitot Tube (Intra-Automation) differential pressure sensor for accurate volumetric flow measurement of liquids, gases, and steam in closed pipes, suitable for line sizes from 1/2 inch to 480 inches.
• Coriolis Mass Flow Meter KEM Tricor Coriolis Mass Flow Meters that accurately measure mass flow, density, and temperature simultaneously for liquids and gases, offering exceptional accuracy and robustness.
• Positive Displacement Flow Meter KEM Gear Flow Meters, Turbine Flow Meters, and Helical Flow Meters for volumetric flow measurement of fluids using mechanical displacement principles.
• Ultrasonic Flow Meter Intra-Automation ultrasonic flow meter for non-intrusive, accurate flow rate measurement of liquids or gases in pipes, with low maintenance and no pressure drop.
• Differential Pressure Switch SOR differential pressure switches for reliable performance across diverse environments including filter maintenance and high static pressure flow monitoring in industrial processes, HVAC, and hydraulic systems.
• Flow, Level, and Temperature Switch Thermal Mass Flow switches utilizing thermal dispersion flow measurement technology for accurate and repeatable flow rate readings and setpoint detection for liquids, air, and gas flows.
• Vibration Switch Industrial vibration switches for rotating machinery monitoring, designed to endure harsh industrial conditions and enable early detection of potential issues to prevent breakdowns.
• Dynamic Balancing Machine (Horizontal Axis) CEMB horizontal axis dynamic balancing machine suitable for balancing rotors with weights from 10g to 1,00,000kg, featuring hard bearings with belt or cardan drive types.
• Dynamic Balancing Machine (Vertical Axis) CEMB vertical axis balancing machine for rotors with reduced axial length relative to diameter, accommodating weights from a few grams up to 3000kg with automatic eccentricity correction.
• Vibrometer Portable handheld vibration meters for measuring and diagnosing machinery vibration, suitable for applications from small motors and pumps to large turbines and mills.
• Accelerometer Industrial accelerometers for measuring and monitoring vibration levels in machinery, identifying potential faults such as misalignment, imbalance, or bearing wear for proactive maintenance.
• Condition Monitoring System Comprehensive online vibration analysis and machinery protection systems including overspeed, zero speed, and reverse rotation monitoring, with SIL2/SIL3 certified equipment and ATEX/IECEx certification.
• UV/IR Flame Scanner ZEECO integrated flame scanners for reliable flame detection and background flame signal suppression across single and multiple burner applications, designed for safe operation in hazardous and non-hazardous areas (ATEX Zone 1, II 2G EExd IIC T6).
• Flame Simulator ZEECO flame simulator for IR and UV flame scanners, operating on a 9V alkaline battery with modulated flame simulation and automatic switch-off after approximately 5 minutes.
• High Energy Ignitor ZEECO electric Hand-Held Ignitor (HHI) for manually igniting burner pilots, and HHT hand-held torch operating with propane or MAPP gas for instant ignition.
• Fuel Flow Divider Scherzinger fuel flow dividers ensuring consistent fuel supply to all combustion chambers for optimal turbine combustion, with robust design and extended service life.
• Fused Sight Glass Wide window sight glasses with fused glass-to-metal hermetic seal providing high-pressure, high-safety performance, with removable windows for cleaning and Factory Mutual approval.
• Process Camera and Lighting System Vessel camera and lighting system using fused glass technology to provide a safe hermetic barrier between process and camera electronics, with analog or Ethernet CCD cameras and fiber optic light guides, rated up to 10,000 PSI and 2000°F.
• High Temperature Camera High temperature cameras for visual inspection in extreme environments from 750°F to 2500°F, available in air-cooled or water-cooled options with fused glass seal and non-blooming CCD technology.
• Sugar Pan Microscopic Camera Remote process monitoring camera for real-time visualization of sugar crystal growth, combining fused glass and lighting technologies for continuous monitoring from seeding to full crystal growth.
• Railway OHE (Fittings and Accessories) Hardware and fittings for overhead railway lines including cantilevers, tensioning systems, section insulators, rigid catenary systems, clamps, and fixation accessories for domestic railway electrification markets.
• Installation and Commissioning Comprehensive installation and commissioning services including on-site assessment, mounting, wiring, calibration, testing, and full system integration to ensure optimal instrument performance.
• System Integration System integration services ensuring seamless process integration, enhancing efficiency and productivity for streamlined industrial operations.
• Turbines and Compressors Revamping Turbine revamping services in collaboration with AviComp Controls to update control systems with modern control strategies, extending machine lifetime and improving efficiency without costly replacements.
• Condition Monitoring Analysis Condition monitoring analysis services using advanced techniques to assess machinery health, detecting potential issues before they escalate into costly downtime or failures.
• After Sales Support Comprehensive after-sales support including technical assistance, troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, spare parts supply, training programs, and remote monitoring and diagnostics.
• EPC and Turnkey Contracting EPC and turnkey contracting solutions from initial planning to final commissioning, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence with comprehensive project management.

Quantifiable outcome

• 50 years of delivering quality service to the process industry
• +1 more outcomes

Segments12 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Global Leading Manufacturers (Flow Measurement, Process Control, Analytical Instrumentation, Combustion Technology, Automation)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSherman India serves as a leading channel partner for multiple renowned global companies, offering cutting-edge products and solutions in flow measurement, process control, analytical instrumentation, combustion technology, automation, and project documentation expertise in India.
• AviComp ControlscoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership for turbine revamping services. AviComp Controls provides retrofits for outdated control systems on turbines and compressors, enabling extended machine lifetime and improved efficiency without costly replacements.
• ZEECOcoreTechnology or IntegrationProvides industrial-grade UV/IR flame scanners designed for Zone 1 hazardous areas, flame simulators for IR and UV flame scanners, and high energy ignitors (hand-held ignitors and torches) for industrial burner applications.
• KEM (Kemper)coreTechnology or IntegrationProvides Tricor Coriolis Mass Flow Meters for measuring mass flow, density, and temperature; Gear Flow Meters, Turbine Flow Meters, and Helical Flow Meters for volumetric flow measurement of various fluids.
• FCI (Fluid Components International)coreTechnology or IntegrationProvides thermal mass flow meters using patented thermal dispersion technology (AST) for air and gas flow measurement with no moving parts, offering high accuracy and easy installation.
• CEMBcoreTechnology or IntegrationProvides dynamic balancing machines (horizontal and vertical axis) for rotor balancing, portable vibrometers, accelerometers, and condition monitoring systems. Also offers training services for maintenance personnel.
• CEMBcoreTechnology or IntegrationProvides vibration monitoring and protection systems with SIL2/SIL3 certification, ATEX and IECEX approval for hazardous environments, suitable for monitoring motors, pumps, compressors, turbines, and fans.
• ScherzingercoreTechnology or IntegrationProvides fuel flow dividers for turbines ensuring consistent fuel supply to combustion chambers. Scherzinger products feature robust design, extended service life, and over 80 years of experience in fuel distributor technology.
• IntraAutomationcoreTechnology or IntegrationProvides Averaging Pitot Tubes (ITABAR) for differential pressure flow measurement suitable for line sizes from ½ to 480 inches, and ultrasonic flow meters for non-intrusive liquid and gas flow measurement.
• OEM (Process Technology)coreTechnology or IntegrationProvides fused sight glasses with high-pressure hermetic seals and Factory Mutual approval, process cameras with fiber optic lighting for vessel interior visualization, and high temperature cameras rated up to 10,000 PSI and 2000°F.
• SOR (Sensors and Controls)coreTechnology or IntegrationProvides differential pressure switches for filter maintenance and high static pressure flow monitoring, and thermal mass flow switches for liquids and air/gas flows.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Endress+Hauser India: Indian operations of global instrumentation leader offering flow, level, pressure, temperature, and analytical measurement — directly competes with Sherman's distributed product portfolio while operating with direct manufacturer presence.
• ABB India: Indian arm of ABB providing process automation, measurement products, and EPC services across power, oil & gas, and process industries — competes with Sherman on both instrumentation distribution and system integration/EPC scope.
• Emerson Process Management India: Indian operations of Emerson Automation Solutions serving process industries with measurement, control, and final control products — competes with Sherman across flow, pressure, temperature, and valve instrumentation segments.
• Siemens India: Indian subsidiary of Siemens offering process instrumentation, automation systems (SIMATIC), and digital industry solutions — competes with Sherman across instrumentation and integration in the same Indian verticals.
• Honeywell Process Solutions India: Indian operations of Honeywell serving oil & gas, refining, petrochemical, and power with process measurement, control, and connected plant services — directly comparable customer base to Sherman's primary segments.
• Krohne India: Indian presence of KROHNE, a specialist in process measurement instrumentation (flow, level, temperature, pressure, analytical) — directly competes with Sherman's distributed flow measurement portfolio including Coriolis and ultrasonic technologies.
• Yokogawa India: Indian subsidiary of Yokogawa Electric, providing industrial automation, control systems, and field instrumentation across oil & gas, chemical, and power — competes with Sherman in the same customer segments with broader portfolio and direct manufacturer backing.

Direct peers

• Forbes Marshall: Indian-headquartered channel partner and solutions provider for industrial process instrumentation, steam engineering, and control systems serving Indian process industries — directly comparable business model and customer base to Sherman International.
• Pepperl+Fuchs India: Indian subsidiary of Pepperl+Fuchs offering process automation instrumentation, intrinsic safety, and explosion protection equipment — comparable product mix in flow, level, pressure, and temperature measurement for hazardous-area applications.

Regional players

• Vega India: Indian operations of VEGA, a specialist in level, pressure, and point-level measurement instrumentation — competes with Sherman on instrumentation distribution across Indian process industries.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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