Sundaram Brake Linings Limited
Sundaram Brake Linings Limited (SBL), a flagship company of the TVS Group, has been manufacturing world-class friction materials in India since 1976. Headquartered in Chennai with five strategically located manufactur...
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Sundaram Brake Linings Limited (SBL), a flagship company of the TVS Group, has been manufacturing world-class friction materials in India since 1976. Headquartered in Chennai with five strategically located manufacturing plants, SBL produces disc brake pads, brake linings, brake shoes, clutch facings, and specialised friction materials for railways and industrial applications. The company holds IATF 16949:2016, ISO 9001:2015, and ISO 14001:2015 certifications, reflecting its deep commitment to automotive quality and environmental responsibility. SBL's friction materials are trusted by leading OEMs across two-wheelers, passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and off-highway equipment. With its expanding portfolio of regenerative-braking-compatible and low-noise EV brake pads, SBL is strategically positioned to serve the fast-growing electric mobility market. A heritage brand with pan-India distribution and export presence, SBL offers buyers the assurance of consistent quality, rigorous R&D capabilities, and proven supplier relationships with Tier-1 automotive clients.
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Product and service categories
In-house capabilities
- Friction Material Formulation
- Disc Brake Pad Manufacturing
- Brake Lining Production
- Brake Shoe Assembly
- Clutch Facing Production
- Rubber Bonding
- Powder Metallurgy
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