Hind Rectifiers Ltd (Hirect) is a prominent manufacturer specializing in rectifier equipment and semiconductor devices, especially for railways and electric locomotives. Since its inception in 1958, the company has developed a strong foothold in the power semiconductor and railway transportation equipment sectors. Hirect has engaged in several international collaborations, notably with Italy's Friem and Germany's Transtechnik, enhancing its capabilities in water-cooled rectifiers and railway inverters. Its advanced R&D department, recognized by India's Department of Science & Technology, focuses on developing cutting-edge traction rectifiers and loco transformers.
The company has been ISO-certified and has expanded its manufacturing capabilities extensively, with significant operations at its Nashik and Dehradun plants. Hirect's strategic partnerships and technological advancements have led to key projects with Indian Railways, including the development of high-capacity converters and transformers. The completion of its Nashik plant expansion in 2018 marked a new phase of growth, with the latest commercial production commencing in March 2023.
