FUTURA CERAMICS PRIVATE LIMITED

What FUTURA CERAMICS PRIVATE LIMITED does

Futura Ceramics Private Limited is an Ahmedabad, India-based B2B industrial ceramic materials manufacturer founded in 2004. The company produces ceramic glaze frits and mixtures used as surface coatings for wall tiles, floor tiles, and Glazed Vitrified Tiles (GVT), manufactured via four natural-gas continuous furnaces with XRF-controlled raw material quality. In 2009 it extended into high-temperature ceramic rollers using German technology and Zirconia Toughened Mullite (ZTM) formulations, supporting sizes up to OD 65mm x 4600mm and a stated capacity of up to 160,000 rollers per year. The product portfolio also includes Mullite and ZTM refractory bricks and high-alumina grinding pots, and the company holds the exclusive Indian distributorship for Kaolin AD (Bulgaria) kaolin, chamotte, ball clay, and bentonite.

Revenue is generated through direct B2B sales of manufactured ceramic materials plus technical glazing services delivered via on-site representatives at customer plants. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; sales are processed through inquiry forms and direct sales outreach. The company serves primarily Indian ceramic tile manufacturers with an expanding presence in the Middle East, evidenced by six consecutive years of CAPEXIL export awards. Customer segments include ceramic tile manufacturers (primary), industrial abrasives and grinding wheel producers, roof tile manufacturers, paint industry buyers, and stainless steel patta manufacturers. Recognized customers include HR Johnson, Millennium Vitrified Tiles, Cengres Tiles, Rey Cera Creation, Stefina Ceramics, Lovato Ceramic, and Surya Ceramics. The company is privately held, founder/owner-operated with no institutional funding, ISO 9001:2008 certified, and operates with a small team of 13 employees.

Name

FUTURA CERAMICS PRIVATE LIMITED

Legal name

Futura Ceramics Pvt Ltd

Website

https://futuraceramics.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Futura Ceramics Private Limited is an Ahmedabad-based B2B industrial ceramic materials manufacturer founded in 2004, producing ceramic glaze frits, high-temperature ZTM rollers, refractory bricks, and grinding pots for ceramic tile and allied manufacturers in India and the Middle East.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Ceramic Materials Manufacturing

NAICS

Pottery, Ceramics, and Plumbing Fixture Manufacturing (327110), Clay Building Material and Refractories Manufacturing (327120), Clay Product and Refractory Manufacturing (3271), Paint and Coating Manufacturing (325510)

SIC

Pottery & Related Products (3260), Paints, Varnishes, Lacquers, Enamels & Allied Prods (2851)

akta.pro primary industry

Kaolin & Ball Clay (IMAEAFAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Ceramic, Porcelain & Natural Stone Tile Flooring (IMADAJAE), Kaolin & Industrial Clay Mining (Bentonite, Ball Clay, Fuller’s Earth) (IMAKAGAJ)

Keywords

• Ceramic glaze frits
• Ceramic rollers
• Refractory bricks
• Ceramic tile materials
• Industrial ceramics

Headquarters

HQ city

Ahmedabad

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Ceramic Glaze Frits & Mixtures: Manufactures and sells ceramic glaze frits and compounds for ceramic tile industry including wall tiles, floor tiles, and GVT products. Revenue generated through direct sales of manufactured ceramic materials.
2. Ceramic Rollers: Manufactures and sells high-temperature ceramic rollers for roller hearth kilns used in ceramic tile manufacturing. Custom specifications confirmed with customers before finalizing dimensions.
3. Technical Glazing Services: Provides on-site glazing service solutions at customer plants with glaze representatives visiting factories to ensure optimum use of frit/composto products.
4. Kaolin Distribution: Exclusive agent in India for Kaolin AD (Bulgarian origin) products including kaolin, chamotte, ball clay, and bentonite. Products sold for applications in glazes, porcelain, earthenware/stoneware, fine fire clay and vitreous china.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Futura Ceramics manufactures and sells industrial ceramic materials used in ceramic tile and related manufacturing. Its primary products are ceramic glaze frits and mixtures (for wall, floor, and glazed vitrified tile glazes) and high-temperature ceramic rollers (ZTM-09 grade) made using German technology. The company also produces refractory mullite and zirconium bricks, high alumina grinding pots, and serves as the exclusive Indian distributor for Bulgarian Kaolin AD kaolin, chamotte, ball clay, and bentonite products.

Product overview

Futura Ceramics is a manufacturer of industrial ceramic materials established in 2004. The company produces a portfolio of ceramic products including Ceramic Glaze Frit/Mixture (Frits), Ceramic Rollers (ZTM-09), Kaolin (from Bulgarian origin), Mullite and Zirconium Bricks, and Grinding Pots. These products serve the ceramic tile industry, with frits and rollers being the primary offerings. The company also acts as an exclusive agent for Kaolin AD products in India.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Ceramic Glaze Frit/Mixture (Frits) Vitreous compounds insoluble in water, manufactured by melting and quenching a controlled mixture of raw materials. Used to produce glazes on ceramic wall tiles (double fired and single fired), floor tiles, and Glazed Vitrified Tiles (GVT), with variants for different surface finishes. Also supplied for roof tile engobe, transparent glazes, diamond and vitrified grinding wheel bonding, and high temperature paint applications (powder form under 20 micron).
• Ceramic Rollers (ZTM-09) High temperature ceramic rollers for roller hearth kilns used in ceramic tile manufacturing and stainless steel re-rolling. Manufactured using Zirconia Toughened Mullite (ZTM) formulations in three high-temperature kilns built with German technology, with production capacity up to 160,000 rollers per year (OD 50 size). Available in sizes OD 25mm to OD 65mm and lengths 1500mm to 4600mm, with custom dimensions confirmed with customers before finalizing.
• Kaolin and Chamotte (Kaolin AD Products) Kaolin, chamotte, ball clay, and bentonite of Bulgarian and European origin distributed exclusively in India for applications in glazes, porcelain, earthenware, stoneware, fine fire clay, and vitreous china. Kaolin AD is a global supplier with 60,000 tons per year chamotte production capacity.
• Mullite and Zirconium Bricks (ZTM Bricks) Refractory bricks made with Zirconia Toughened Mullite (ZTM) formulations fired at very high temperature in German kilns, providing strength to withstand corrosive materials like borosilicate glass. Range includes Mullite bricks, ZTM bricks, and Insulation bricks for ceramic frit fabrication and kiln lining applications.
• Grinding Pots Ceramic grinding pots used in industrial laboratories for grinding glazes, clays, and materials. Made with 80% Calcined Alumina and fired at 1600°C, available in 200ml (Small) and 400ml (Large) sizes. Positioned as a domestic alternative to Chinese grinding pots with quality matching Italian manufactured products.

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Kaolin AD (Bulgaria)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFutura Ceramics is the exclusive agent in India for all products of Kaolin AD, including kaolin, chamotte, ball clay, and bentonite. Kaolin AD is one of the most well-known suppliers of kaolin and chamotte globally, with 60,000 tons/year chamotte production capacity. Products are of Bulgarian/European origin for applications in glazes, porcelain, earthenware/stoneware, fine fire clay and vitreous china. Futura serves as the exclusive channel for Kaolin AD products in the Indian market.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Torrecid Group: Spanish-headquartered global leader in ceramic frits, glazes, and ceramic inks. Directly comparable to Futura as a B2B manufacturer of glaze frits and compounds serving tile producers worldwide, with significantly larger scale and global reach.
• Esmalglass-Itaca: Global ceramic glaze, frit, and ink producer (Italy/Spain). Directly comparable product portfolio (frits, glazes, digital inks) to Futura's frit and compound glaze offering for the tile industry.
• Fritta: Spanish specialist ceramic frit manufacturer serving global tile producers. Closely comparable in product focus (frits) and customer type (tile manufacturers) to Futura's core frit business.
• Smalticeram Unicer: Spanish manufacturer of ceramic glazes, frits, and digital inks for tile producers. Directly comparable product categories and customer base to Futura's frit and compound glaze offerings.
• Colorobbia: Italian manufacturer of frits, glazes, and ceramic raw materials serving tile, sanitaryware, and tableware producers. Overlaps directly with Futura's frit manufacturing and kaolin/raw material distribution business.
• Industrie Bitossi: Italian manufacturer of high-temperature ceramic products including refractory and technical ceramic rollers used in kilns. Directly comparable to Futura's ZTM ceramic roller product line and refractory bricks.
• Zschimmer & Schwarz: German specialty chemicals manufacturer producing ceramic glazes, frits, and industrial minerals for the ceramics industry. Comparable to Futura in chemical/frit formulation know-how and in supplying industrial minerals to ceramic manufacturers.

Broad incumbents

• Ferro Corporation: US-based global performance materials company (now part of Prince International) producing ceramic frits, glass enamels, and coatings. Broader portfolio than Futura but directly competes in frit and ceramic coating categories for industrial customers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Funding overview

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M&A

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