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Hualian finds immense potential in India’s pharma pkg machinery space
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Our Bureau, Mumbai
June 25 , 2025
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Shanghai-based Hualian Pharmaceutical Machinery Company Limited, a family-run enterprise with roots going back to 1986, is steadily emerging as a serious contender in the global pharmaceutical packaging machinery space. Known for its engineering precision, high-speed capabilities, and sustainable production practices, the company is now directing its focus toward expanding its presence in the Indian pharma sector.
The company began its journey in the 1980s by manufacturing blister packing machines. Over the years, it strategically diversified its portfolio to address the changing demands of the pharmaceutical industry. In 1993, it ventured into cartoning machines, followed by tube filling machinery in 2002. By 2008, the company had added perimeter pouch filling and sealing machines, broadening its product line to cater to a wider range of pharmaceutical packaging requirements.
Today, the company manufactures a complete line of filling and packaging machines catering to creams, gels, tubes, pouches, tattoo inks and strip packaging. The company’s legacy is deeply rooted in research and development, with its founder having consistently reinvested earnings into innovation and infrastructure. According to Yuan Xiao Lei, president of Hualian Pharmaceutical Machinery, several senior engineers and managers have been part of the company for over two to three decades, reflecting both loyalty and long-term technical consistency.
From its base in China, the company now exports to over 90 countries, including key markets in South East Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. It has successfully supplied high-speed packaging lines to top pharmaceutical manufacturers in countries like Germany and Italy, markets that are traditionally considered strongholds for European machinery makers. The company’s machines are known for their ability to match or even surpass European standards in terms of speed, accuracy, and material efficiency.
Yuan Xiao Lei shared that their blister and cartoning machines have been widely appreciated for both their performance and cost-effectiveness. Some machines are capable of operating at speeds of up to 600 blisters per minute, depending on the product type and packaging format. One of the standout advantages offered by the company’s machines is the near-zero material wastage, which translates into significant annual savings for pharmaceutical companies. According to Yuan, many clients find that the cost savings from reduced wastage alone are enough to justify investing in an additional production line within a year.
Each component in the company’s machines is manufactured using high-precision techniques, including Japanese CNC systems from Mazak. The company also focuses on engineering designs that allow the smooth use of standard Chinese packaging materials, minimising compatibility issues and further reducing operating costs for clients. Custom components are tailored to reduce mechanical loss and increase the overall life and quality of the machines.
While the company has built a strong customer base of over 200 clients in Pakistan and more than 100 in Bangladesh, the company’s footprint in India is still at a nascent stage, with around 30 to 40 clients so far. Yuan admitted that certain challenges, including visa and travel constraints, have slowed down their expansion into India. However, the company is actively pursuing partnerships and planning more frequent visits to engage with Indian pharma manufacturers.
Yuan emphasised that India is a key market with immense potential. He expressed optimism that with more in-person engagement and localised support, the company can better showcase its latest offerings tailored for high-volume, high-quality pharmaceutical production.
With nearly four decades of engineering expertise, a strong commitment to sustainability, and a growing global footprint, the company is positioning itself as a compelling alternative to traditional European machinery providers. As it sharpens its focus on the Indian market, the pharmaceutical industry here may soon witness a new wave of innovation, reliability, and cost-efficient solutions made with precision and purpose.
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Shanghai-based Hualian Pharmaceutical Machinery Company Limited, a family-run enterprise with roots going back to 1986, ...
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