Federal India Trading Company
Our Journey
Founded by Shri Kalyanbhai Bholabhai Javeri. FITCO pioneers textile/cotton testing, serving key research institutes (ATIRA, CTRL, etc.).
2nd Gen (Pradip K. Javeri) joins, leading expansion into paper, jute & power sectors (BILT, CPRI, IITD).
Diversified into plastic & composite testing, serving prestigious clients like IPCL, IISc, DRDO, ISRO.
3rd Gen (Mehul P. Javeri) joins, initiating the polymer era with new lines like Creep Testing Systems (BHEL, IGCAR).
Product line expansion integrating Packaging films, Aerospace, Defense; supplied to all Reliance sites.
Led by the 4th Generation, partnering with global brands & serving diverse industries like Recycled PET, Geosyntehtics, Pharma (CFR 21 Part 11 approved machines), Marks & Spencer testing and more.
Why Choose FITCO?
Decades of Expertise
Over 70 years (since 1950) of industry experience providing reliable testing solutions.
Diverse Portfolio
Comprehensive solutions for textiles, plastics, polymers, aerospace, defense, rPET and more.
Precision & Quality Focus
Delivering equipment that ensures accurate results and meets stringent quality standards.
Innovation & Modernization
Continuously updating our offerings with the latest advancements in testing technology.
Reliable After-Sales Support
Expert technical guidance, installation, calibration, and maintenance services via trained engineers.
Strong Customer Relationships
Trusted by major industries, research labs, and academic institutions, with repeat customers year after year.
At FITCO, we are committed to delivering precision, quality, and innovation—helping industries meet their evolving needs with confidence.
Our Detailed Journey
1950
Foundation Through Innovation
FITCO was founded by Shri Kalyanbhai Bholabhai Javeri. The first machine was installed at Ahmedabad Textile Industry's Research Association. FITCO began its journey supplying yarn, fabric, and partly paper testing equipment to premier textile and cotton institutions across India:
- Ahmedabad Textile Industry's Research Association, Ahmedabad
- Bombay Textile Research Association, Mumbai
- Central India Textile Research Association
- Northern India Textile Research Association
- Cotton Technological Research Institute, Mumbai
- Silk and Art Silk Mills Research Association, Mumbai
- Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute, Rajasthan
- Woolen Research Association, Mumbai
- National Test House, Mumbai, Kolkata, Ghaziabad
1966
Second Generation Joins & Industry Expansion
Pradip K. Javeri joins FITCO and drives growth into paper, jute, and power testing sectors. Key institutions served:
- Ballarpur Industries Limited, Delhi
- Central Pulp and Paper Research Institute, Saharanpur
- Indian Jute Research Institute, Kolkata
- Jute Research Institute of India, Kolkata
- Central Power Research Institute, Roorkee
- Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi
1980
Plastic Testing Diversification
FITCO diversifies into plastic and composite testing systems. Prestigious clients included:
- Indian Petrochemicals Corporation Limited
- Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore
- Defence Materials and Stores Research and Development Establishment, Kanpur
- Defence Research and Development Laboratory, Hyderabad
- Indian Space Research Organisation – Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre
- National Chemical Laboratory, Pune
- Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Trivandrum
- Ashok Leyland, Madras
- National Organic Chemical Industries Limited, Mumbai
- PIL Chemicals, Mumbai
- Central Leather Research Institute, Madras
- National Test House, Mumbai, Kolkata, Ghaziabad
1996
Third Generation Joins & Polymer Era Begins
Mehul P. Javeri joins FITCO and leads the company into polymer testing with the addition of advanced systems like creep testing. Major clients included:
- Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited
- Reactor Research Centre, Kalpakkam (now Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research)
- Automotive Research Association of India, Pune
- Central Building Research Institute
2000
Product Line Expansion & Aerospace Integration
FITCO expands into aerospace, defense, and pharmaceuticals with international product lines. Key clients included:
- Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute, Mumbai
- Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited
- Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited
- Central Institute of Plastics Engineering and Technology
- Carborundum Universal Limited, Hosur
- Aditya Birla Pulp and Fibre, Panvel
- Gharda Chemicals, Mumbai and Panoli
- Rajashree Polyfilms
- Reliance Industries – Surat, Mumbai, Jamnagar, Dahej, Hazira, Hoshiarpur
2023
Fourth Generation Joins
Paras Javeri joins FITCO, bringing modern vision, digital transformation, and deeper international integration to continue the legacy into new frontiers.
Today Modern Leadership & Global Reach
Now under fourth-generation leadership, FITCO stands as a trusted partner for:
- Global brands in high-end testing equipment
- In-house trained engineering and service teams
- Automotive
- Polymer
- Packaging
- Defense
- Aerospace
- Academia
- Pharmaceuticals
- Technical Textiles – including woven and nonwoven industries
