Doraiswamy Rangaswamy
Company – Salzer Electronics Ltd
CURRENT ROLE & COMPANY
Managing Director & CEO, Salzer Electronics Ltd, Coimbatore -a leading manufacturer of electrical switches, switchgear, rotary switches, and related industrial electrical equipment.
CAREER BACKGROUND
- Graduated in Electrical Engineering; began career in prominent organizations such as Lakshmi Machine Works, Reiter Machine Works, Brown Boveri Baden, and Sprecher + Schuh in India and Switzerland.
- In 1985, co-founded Salzer Electronics in technical collaboration with Salzer Schaltgerate of Germany. Led product innovation in rotary and limit switches, establishing India’s first domestically manufactured industrial-grade switchgear.
- Served as Managing Director from 1985 to 2024; in mid-2024 moved into more strategic board-level role while remaining deeply involved in leadership.
ACHIEVEMENTS AS CEO
- Led Salzer to become Asia’s largest producer of rotary switches with ~30% market share.
- Expanded product range to include load-break switches, modular panels, wiring ducts, transformers, relays, contactors, and smart meters. Maintains BIS, UL, CE, VDE, CSA, ISO 9001/14001/18001 certifications.
- Established a robust R&D center and procured patents (one granted; five under process) in switchgear/wire duct technologies.
- Achieved consistent financial growth: FY 25 revenue ₹1,383 crore (+22%), EBITDA ₹125 crore (+13%), PAT ₹62 crore (+44%), and net worth ₹530 crore (+14%).
LEADERSHIP STYLE & PHILOSOPHY
- Technocrat with a focus on quality, innovation, and international collaboration. Pioneered Salzer’s technical alliances with global brands (e.g. Germany’s Salzer Schaltgerate, Canada’s Plitron).
- Emphasizes investing in R&D and certifications to achieve global standards and product reliability.
- Promotes people development, plant modernization, and technology-driven manufacturing processes.
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
- Recognized as a visionary technocrat entrepreneur, with Salzer Electronics positioned as a national champion in switchgear excellence.
- Leading an ISO- and UL-certified company with international exports and technology-first mindset; multiple patents showcase his innovation focus.
NET WORTH / COMAPANY VALUATION
- As per June 2025 insider disclosures, R. Doraiswamy holds Salzer shares worth approximately ₹97–101 crore.
- Salzer’s market capitalization stands near ₹1,530 crore as of mid‑2025.
SUMMARY
Doraiswamy is a seasoned electrical engineer turned entrepreneur who laid the foundation for Salzer’s ascent as a global-quality brand. With nearly 40 years of industry-first leadership, innovation-driven expansion, and consistent business performance, he continues to lead Salzer Electronics toward a future marked by technological excellence and international competitiveness.
