Ishida India Pvt. Ltd., headquartered in Gurugram, India, is a fully owned subsidiary of Ishida Co., Ltd., Japan — a global leader in weighing, packaging, and inspection solutions for the food and non-food manufacturing industries. With a heritage spanning over 125 years, Ishida has established itself in India as a premier automation solutions provider, delivering unmatched speed, accuracy, and reliability across integrated packaging lines.
Company Overview
Ishida India leverages the technological foundation and innovation capabilities of its Japanese parent to address the packaging automation needs of the rapidly growing Indian food industry. Since its establishment in India, the company has built a strong presence with local manufacturing, engineering, service support, and project management capabilities, serving key sectors including snacks, confectionery, meat, poultry, fresh produce, and ready meals.
Core Business and Offerings
Weighing Machinery
- Multihead Weighers: From entry-level to high-speed and precision models; suitable for snacks, confectionery, frozen foods, and granular items.
- Linear Weighers: Ideal for medium-speed applications such as vegetables, sugar, and rice.
- Checkweighers: Accurate weight control with rejection systems for over/underweight packs.
Packing Machinery
- Bagmakers: Vertical Form Fill Seal (VFFS) systems integrated with Ishida weighers for high-speed snack packaging.
- Tray Sealers: QX series sealers for ready meals, meat, poultry, and seafood applications.
- Wrappers: Fully automatic systems for wrapping bakery and confectionery products.
Inspection and Quality Control Systems
- X-Ray Inspection Systems: Capable of detecting minute foreign bodies including glass, metal, bones, and rubber.
- Metal Detectors: Integrated or standalone units with precise contamination detection.
- Seal Testers: For leak detection in MAP trays and pillow packs.
Grading and Batching Equipment
- Grading Systems: Based on weight, size, or count — used for meat, seafood, and produce.
- Batchers: For fixed-weight batching into trays, cartons, or crates.
Packaging Line Machinery
- Conveyors: Modular designs for integration into full lines.
- Case Packers & Labelers: End-of-line automation for efficient secondary packaging and traceability.
Software Solutions
- IDCS (Ishida Data Capture System): Line-level data monitoring and analytics for OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness).
- Inspection Reporting Tools: For compliance with FSMS and HACCP protocols.
Specialization and USP
Ishida India’s unique value lies in its:
- High-speed packaging systems with throughput up to 180 packs/min
- Integrated packaging lines designed with global safety and hygiene standards
- Innovative X-ray technology capable of detecting contaminants as small as 0.1mm
- Local service and parts support through trained engineers across India
- Customized automation to meet Indian packaging formats, regulatory norms, and cost expectations
Ishida’s patented algorithms and load-cell technology ensure maximum productivity with minimal giveaway — a critical advantage for cost-sensitive mass production.
Financial & Export Insights
- Ishida India has installed over 1,000 systems across 150+ Indian cities
- Annual revenue growth in India has averaged 20% CAGR in the last five years
- Key clients include PepsiCo, ITC, Haldiram’s, Nestlé, Britannia, Amul, and leading regional processors
- Systems exported to Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, and African countries via Ishida India's regional hub
- Integrated packaging lines range in project size from INR 50 lakhs to INR 5 crores
Certifications and Compliances
Ishida systems comply with:
- CE and UL Certifications
- ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
- HACCP and GMP compatibility
- IP65 and IP69K ingress protection on weighers and X-ray units
Their systems are also validated for FSSAI, FDA, and BRCGS requirements for food safety.
Target Market and Capabilities
Sectors served include:
- Snacks and namkeen
- Bakery and biscuits
- Frozen and chilled ready meals
- Dairy and cheese
- Fresh produce and meats
- Seafood and poultry processing
Technical capabilities:
- 3D design and simulation of packaging lines
- FAT and SAT for all equipment
- On-site commissioning and training
- Annual Maintenance Contracts (AMC) and Remote Support
The Gurugram facility includes a customer experience center for trials and demonstrations, and local assembly for faster delivery and support.
Customer Testimonials
“Ishida’s multihead weigher has reduced our product giveaway by 40% while increasing throughput. It paid for itself within 18 months.”
— Packaging Head, Haldiram's Snacks Pvt. Ltd.
“We’ve installed 5 integrated lines from Ishida. Their after-sales service is impeccable and line uptime is unmatched.”
— Plant Director, PepsiCo India
Recognitions and Industry Participation
Ishida India is a regular exhibitor and sponsor at:
- PackEx India
- India Food Forum
- Snack & BakeTec
- ANUTEC India
- Gulfood Manufacturing (UAE)
Featured in publications such as Packaging South Asia, Food Marketing & Technology India, and Industrial Products Finder for innovation in automation and inspection.
Conclusion
Ishida India Pvt. Ltd. is the benchmark for automated packaging solutions in India’s dynamic food industry. Backed by Japanese innovation and localized execution, Ishida enables Indian processors to compete on global standards through efficiency, accuracy, and uncompromising quality. With a robust portfolio and strong service backbone, Ishida is the go-to partner for end-to-end packaging automation.