Sahajanand Laser Technology Limited (SLTL) started its journey way back in 1992. How has the company evolved since then and what have been the highlights of this journey so far?
The first building block of the company was the manufacturing of Laser diamond processing system. With funds accumulated through known sources and knowledge gained from previous work experience, we designed and developed an application for laser that could help in processing diamond jewellery.

We were successful in commercialising our first working model in a month's time. The machine could process thrice as much of diamonds processed manually. The investors were very happy seeing the machine's productivity and quick ROI. This is how our journey in building Laser processing systems began.

Today, Sahajanand Laser Technology Ltd (SLTL) is an Indian multinational company offering wide range of laser equipment catering to various industry segments. Perhaps, it is the largest laser systems manufacturing company in India. Since the inception of the business, SLTL has developed and commercialised more than 40 laser solutions and have crossed 7,000 installations in more than 22 countries across the globe.

The key to our success is the persistence we've got on Research and Product development. R&D is a part of culture at SLTL. We have been consistent in providing advance and convenient laser system for varied industry requirements.

We have evolved ourselves from providing standardised solutions to providers of customised turnkey projects involving lasers. We have clienteles in all major industry segments. Whether it's a multinational company or a small job work center, we have a best solution to satisfy their requirements.

Our products have gained hi-profile credentials. Our machines and facilities have played an important role in developing few of ISRO's Mars Orbital Mission and other satellites.

Tell us about your manufacturing and R&D capabilities.
With global operations heading from Gandhinagar, Gujarat, we have three production facilities manufacturing laser systems for industrial, gems & jewellery, medical, research and defence.

We have dedicated state of the art production lines for laser diamond processing systems, laser micro machining systems, laser material processing and automation systems, industrial high-power laser systems and a separate unit for the RF & MW structures and components.

Our major manufacturing facility in Gandhinagar is the largest in India to manufacture laser equipment. We have our domestic regional offices at Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad and Surat. Our overseas operations include job work center at China, and regional offices at UK, USA and Germany. Entire operations of SLTL is been executed by a work force of 600 employees including laser experts, doctorates, management professionals and engineers.

SLTL has government approved research facilities. We have a team of technocrats involved in developing new applications and solutions. At Gandhinagar, we have research facilities for industrial lasers and RF & Microwave products.

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