Milliken opened a pilot plant in Pune, India, to accelerate polymer development and scale-up. The facility simulates real-world manufacturing conditions.
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Milliken & Company opened a pilot plant in Pune, India, to accelerate development and scaling of advanced polymer solutions for global markets.
The facility supports end-to-end processing across powder, dough, paste, and liquid systems. By simulating real-world manufacturing conditions, it lets Milliken develop scalable solutions with greater speed and precision, moving ideas from concept to commercialization more efficiently.
"The opening of this pilot plant reflects Milliken's continued investment in innovation and customer focused capabilities," said Joseph Varghese, VP Operations & Country Manager for Milliken in India. "By bringing advanced processing and testing capabilities together in one location, we can accelerate development timelines and deliver solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers globally."
The plant is equipped with pilot-scale machinery for mixing, extrusion, granulation, drying, and milling. Its capabilities span multiple formulation types, from powders to high-viscosity liquids, allowing teams to replicate diverse production environments and validate processes under varying conditions. High-grade contact materials and integrated safety features ensure efficiency and consistent operation.
Specialized equipment supports key processing requirements, from extrusion and particle size reduction to controlled granulation and temperature-managed liquid blending. These capabilities let Milliken explore a broad range of applications and provide customers with solutions ready for scale-up.
With this investment, Milliken shortens development cycles, supports faster scale-up, and responds more effectively to evolving customer needs. The facility also expands the company's capabilities in consumer-packaged goods and adjacent applications.
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