WENDT

Wendt India was incorporated in 1980 as a joint venture between Wendt GmbH of Germany and the House of Khataus, with the partnership evolving in 1991 when Carborundum Universal Ltd (CUMI) of the Murugappa Group acquired the Khataus stake. The company manufactures super abrasives, machining tools, precision components, and grinding & honing machines, providing grinding solutions primarily for industries including automobile, auto components, engineering, aerospace, defense ceramics, cutting tools, and ceramics. Wendt India operates as a joint venture between 3M (through Wendt GmbH) and Carborundum Universal, with a shareholder structure comprising 37.5% held by Wendt GmbH, 37.5% by Carborundum Universal, and 25% public shareholding. The company’s business segments include Super Abrasives, Machining Tools, Precision Components, and Grinding & Honing Machines.