Growing with purpose
From our roots in architectural hardware to an expanding product portfolio, each milestone reflects learning and long-term commitment.
OUR JOURNEY
Progress measured in trust, products and partnerships.
A timeline of the moments that continue to shape the SIFON brand.
Chronological Evolution
The SIFON Journey (1982 – 2031)
1982
Origin & Legacy
Planting The Roots
Incorporation of Shakti Industries with first machine purchased for the manufacturing of oil engine parts by Mr. Bhikhabhai Patel at Rajkot.
1994
Growth & Expansion
Fresh Ideology
Mr. Manish Patel joins the family business introducing watch glass fabrication as a new product with an investment of INR 14,000.
2000
Growth & Expansion
Foundation Pillar
Introduced zinc die casting with the manufacturing of watch cases under Shakti Industries.
2003
Growth & Expansion
Creating History
Touched output of production of 1,00,000 pcs/month of watch cases with chain — the highest in the region.
2006
Growth & Expansion
First Milestone
M/s. Jay Shakti Metals is established at a new 5,000 sq. ft. facility in Atika, Rajkot along with the joining of Mr. Ritesh Patel to the Shakti Group, venturing into the premium range of architectural hardware product lines and becoming pioneers in zinc die casting.
2008
Growth & Expansion
Reaching Global Standards
Achievement of ISO 9001 certification thereby onboarding multiple MNCs requiring technical expertise in OEM products and taking production capacity to an all-new level.
2012
Growth & Expansion
Strengthening Competencies
M/s. Shakti Technocast is established adding another gem to the legacy of Shakti Group, boosting production capacity to 100 tons casting/month by introducing complex engineering components and high quality faucets under the OEM channel with an in-house NPD department.
2014
Growth & Expansion
New Feather In The Cap
M/s. Shakti Architectural Products Pvt. Ltd. is incorporated along with the acquisition of a large land area and ground breaking for a state-of-the-art production facility.
2015
Growth & Expansion
Evolving To Corporate
M/s. Jay Shakti Metals is shifted to a 40,000 sq. ft. covered land facility at Metoda GIDC with in-house design studio, R&D facility, and top-of-the-class tool room, growing into a fully system-oriented professional company.
2016
Growth & Expansion
Brand Commitment
Addition of different quality testing facilities and the grand launch of premium brand "SIFON" in the market in a grand way.
2017
Growth & Expansion
Spreading The Wings
Multiple branding campaigns with participation in major exhibitions and hardware shows for pan-India recognition of the SIFON brand.
2018
Growth & Expansion
Conceptualize Roadmaps
Launch of Vision 2031 with the Big Hairy Audacious Goal (BHAG), entering into the premium brass bathroom accessories segment under SIFON, and displaying in Sri Lanka venturing into international markets.
2019
Growth & Expansion
All Under One Roof
With the completion of construction and inauguration of the 150,000 sq. ft. eco-friendly production facility at Metoda GIDC, complete manufacturing operations of zinc & brass die casting, plating, design studio, R&D, tool room, testing laboratories, machine shop with SPMs, and press shop are brought under one roof (+200% capacity).
2020
Growth & Expansion
Powering Up
Enhanced production lines by importing fully automated machinery for mortise locks and euro profile cylinders, upgrading existing die cast units achieving world-class quality standards certified by ISO 9001:2015.
2022
Growth & Expansion
Branching Out
Launched multiple luxurious designs in the Brass Bathroom Accessories segment, completing the full architectural hardware range and taking SIFON's premium collection to new heights.
2031 (BHAG)
Future Vision & BHAG
BHAG: Vision 2031 (INR 1,100 Crores)
To be among India's Top 5 pre-eminent architectural product manufacturers and attain INR 1,100 Crores turnover by Year 2031 for the SHAKTI Group.
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OUR STORY
About SIFON
Pioneered by Managing Director Mr. Manish Patel, SIFON is an ISO 9001:2015 accredited, TUV certified architectural hardware manufacturer backed by the Shakti Group of Companies in Rajkot, Gujarat.
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WHY WE EXIST
Mission & Vision
Putting luxury on a global pedestal in a truly Indian way while pursuing our BHAG goal of INR 1,100 Crores by 2031.
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150,000 SQ. FT. INTEGRATED PLANT
Infrastructure & Manufacturing Plant
Explore our complete end-to-end infrastructure in Metoda GIDC, Rajkot: Design Studio, Tool Room, Pressure Die-Casting, CNC Machining, Electroplating, Lacquering, Testing Labs & Automated Assembly.
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