COMPANY LEGACY

Padma Shri Machani Somappa (L) was a pioneer and visionary leader who believed the fruits of business success would change not only his community, but also the country. He was an industrialist with an undying entrepreneurial spirit and a broad vision for the future of business and its capabilities in India.

The group was founded in 1960 when Shri Machani Somappa set up a manufacturing venture in collaboration with Stumpp Schuele GmBH, a world renowned manufacturer of springs. Stumpp Schuele & Somappa Springs became the first spring manufacturing unit in the subcontinent.

Shri Machani Somappa’s philanthropic interests straddled areas that would go on to influence critical areas of talent development and quality of life for communities that needed such support the most. The educational institutions, skill development centres and primary schools set up by him continue to operate independently and fulfill the mandate. The Government of India honoured him with the award of Padma Shri, the fourth highest Indian civilian award for his contributions to the society,placing him among the first recipients of the award.

Today under the leadership of his grand nephew Satish Machani, Stumpp Schuele & Somappa Springs Private Limited (4S) continues to maintain its leadership as the largest producer of high quality springs in India. With over 70 years of legacy and a reputation forged through many industrial cycles, 4S today boasts a presence with manufacturing plants in over 10 locations and a product portfolio comprising 4,000 varieties of springs.