India’s soft gasket and jointing sheet industry is undergoing rapid transformation. Driven by growing industrial demand for reliable sealing solutions, advancements in material science, and tightening global regulations on emissions and leakage control, the sector is evolving toward more sustainable and high-performance offerings. Amidst fierce competition in this expanding market, Champion Seals India Pvt. Ltd., widely recognized as the 'HATHODA' brand symbolized by its iconic ‘Hammer in Hand’ logo with CHAMPION beneath it has firmly established itself as the industry’s gold standard for over 66 years.
A Legacy Built on Trust & Innovation
Founded in 1959 during India’s license raj era by the visionary late Shri Keki Jehangir Palia, Champion Seals India and its subsidiary, Sealant & Gasket India Private Limited, are headquartered in Andheri, Mumbai. Over the decades, the company has carved a dominant position in the sealing solutions market, delivering unparalleled reliability across diverse sectors including oil and gas, power generation, petrochemicals, steel, cement, pharmaceuticals, marine, defence (Indian Navy, Airforce, HAL), and even India’s space exploration programs via ISRO.
Champion’s legacy began with manufacturing high-temperature resistant industrial yarns. Meher K. Palia, the founder’s eldest son, expanded the business by establishing five major gasket sheet manufacturing plants across Maharashtra Andheri, Vapi, Takwe, Kanhe, and Khopoli. He also ventured into hospitality by developing the 100-key Sherwood Resorts in Mahabaleshwar, now managed by Club Mahindra.
Investing in advanced German, British, and Italian technologies, Meher K. Palia built India’s finest jointing sheet facility and pioneered the use of international calendaring machinery to set unmatched product benchmarks earning him the title 'The Gasket King of India'.
The Next Generation of Leadership
In 2000, Meher Palia’s sons, Danesh M. Palia and Neville M. Palia, joined the business, ushering in a new era of innovation, sustainability, and global ambition. “We uphold our founder’s belief: never compromise on quality, even when customers request lower prices”, says Danesh M. Palia, Director, Champion Seals India.“Our philosophy centres around delivering safety, performance, and value while building long-term partnerships”.
Neville M. Palia, deeply involved in factory operations at Khopoli and Kanhe, exemplifies the brand’s hands-on leadership. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he lived on-site to protect factory workers and ensure uninterrupted supply to critical clients including the Indian Armed Forces, ISRO, NTPC, Reliance, and other government and private sector giants.
Commitment to Quality, Sustainability, & Innovation
Champion’s growth is built on a foundation of R&D, material innovation, regional customization, and sustainability.
The company prioritizes biodegradable materials, low-emission processes, and compliance with global regulatory frameworks like BS, REACH, RoHS, ASME, and ISO standards.
“We've sourced specialized non-asbestos gasket sheet machinery from Econosto (UK), James Walker (UK), and Comerio (Italy), enabling us to deliver consistently high-quality products with year-on-year growth”, shares Danesh M. Palia. “We're also setting up a new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility near Navi Mumbai, alongside expanding our Tarapur unit to meet rising demand for non-asbestos compression gland packings”.
Unmatched Customization Capabilities
Champion’s global footprint extends across the Middle East, Saudi Arabia, Africa, and Asia. Its customized sealing solutions cater to complex applications from food-grade and flame-resistant materials to cryogenic environments and high-pressure steam systems. “We manufacture the world’s largest jointing sheets up to 2m x 6m with exclusive machinery”, says Neville M. Palia, Director, Champion Seals India.' Clients benefit from reduced wastage and enhanced cost-efficiency.'
The company provides customization in Sheet dimensions (size, thickness, shape), Raw material composition (Kevlar, Aramid, cellulose, PTFE, carbon, glass), Surface coatings (chemical resistance, friction reduction), Multi-layered or metal-reinforced gasket sheets, CNC-precut gaskets from CAD designs and Specialized materials for pharmaceutical and food processing industries.
“We offer premium-grade graphite products, ePTFE UFG seals, high-temperature curtains for alumina industries, and reinforced CNAF sheets for heavy-duty applications”, adds Jayesh Sadhwani, Head – Operations, Champion Seals India.
Champion Seals’ journey towards its industry leading position being the No. 1 India Gasket Sealing brand has been one of continuous advancement, focusing on innovating and developing advanced materials to enhance quality
Relentless Focus on Quality Testing
Champion integrates rigorous quality controls at every manufacturing stage - Raw Material Testing - Tensile strength, elasticity, thermal stability, In-Process Control: Thickness, density, compression recovery, defect detection, Mechanical Testing: Burst pressure, sealing performance, chemical resistance, Thermal & Chemical Testing: Dimensional stability, heat and chemical tolerance and Long-Term Reliability Testing: Simulated environments for durability. These practices ensure that Champion’s CNAF jointing sheets deliver consistent, high-performance sealing even in extreme industrial conditions.
India’s Widest Sales & Dealer Network
Champion boasts the largest engineering sales force in the Indian gasket industry, backed by the most extensive dealer network. This ensures a robust presence in every major industrial hub, offering quick support, efficient delivery, and expert application guidance. “Our dealer network has been instrumental in keeping Champion at the top. We cover every corner of India and are now looking to replicate this globally”, confirms Danesh M. Palia.
Future Outlook: Going Global
With strong foundations in product quality, legacy leadership, and market trust, Champion Seals India is poised for global expansion. The company plans to enter new international markets, form strategic alliances, and grow through joint ventures aiming to establish the same dominance overseas as it has achieved in India.
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