Mumbai – Karthik Raja Karnan, the dynamic founder and CEO of MADique Technologies, has been recognized with the prestigious Fast-Growing INDIA 500 CEO Award 2024. Adding to this achievement, MADique Technologies proudly secured the Best Brand INDIA 500 Award 2024, reinforcing its leadership in the food processing industry.
The INDIA 5000 Business Awards, organized by Benchmark Trust, is one of India’s largest platforms that celebrates the achievements of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). These awards spotlight innovators and business leaders who are redefining entrepreneurship and contributing to India’s economic growth. By acknowledging forward-thinking enterprises like MADique Technologies, the awards encourage excellence and inspire new benchmarks for industry progress.
Driving Innovation in Food Processing
Under Karthik Raja Karnan’s leadership, MADique Technologies is revolutionizing food processing by developing innovative, affordable automation solutions. The company’s state-of-the-art machinery has enabled over 3,000 food entrepreneurs to scale their operations, improve productivity, and reduce manual labor costs. By lowering the entry barrier for automation, MADique is empowering small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to compete in a fast-changing market.
Pioneering Change in the Industry
MADique Technologies has introduced affordable machines designed to simplify and automate food production, reducing the need for excessive manual effort. These solutions provide MSMEs with the opportunity to streamline operations without significant financial investment, fostering growth and job creation in the sector.
Karthik Raja Karnan expressed his gratitude for the recognition, stating:
“Our mission is to make automation technology accessible to every entrepreneur, regardless of their scale or resources. This award validates our hard work and inspires us to continue innovating to create sustainable and inclusive growth in the food industry.”
Transforming Food Production with Groundbreaking Technology
MADique Technologies specializes in manufacturing idiyappam-making machines, designed to increase efficiency, maintain hygiene, and reduce operational costs. Its flagship innovation—the world’s smallest string hopper machine—produces 400 idiyappams per hour while consuming minimal energy. Compact and capable of operating on household electricity, this machine is a game-changer for small businesses.
With a price point of just ₹41,300, the machine is within reach for small-scale entrepreneurs, homemakers, and differently-abled individuals. To promote inclusivity, MADique offers a 10% discount to physically challenged individuals and ex-servicemen. With operations spanning over 30 countries, MADique Technologies is empowering entrepreneurs globally while driving local economic development.
Certified for Quality and Excellence
MADique Technologies holds multiple global certifications, including:
- ISO 9001:2015 – Quality Management
- ISO 50001:2018 – Energy Management
- ISO 10002:2018 – Customer Satisfaction
- ISO 14001:2015 – Environmental Management
- CE Mark – Meeting European safety, health, and environmental requirements
These certifications reflect MADique Technologies’ unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality products that align with international standards.
Commitment to Sustainability and Community Development
MADique Technologies distinguishes itself by embedding social and environmental responsibility into its core operations. The company actively promotes tree planting by gifting customers seed balls with every machine purchase. This initiative not only encourages environmental conservation but also aligns with the vision of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.
Additionally, MADique provides educational resources, gifting customers with Dr. Kalam’s biography to inspire and instill values of perseverance and lifelong learning.
Karthik Raja Karnan emphasized the company’s social mission, stating:
“Our focus is not just on automation but on creating opportunities for individuals to grow, learn, and succeed. By making technology more accessible, we aim to uplift communities and contribute to a better, more sustainable future.”
A Journey of Humble Beginnings to Global Impact
What started in a small car shed in Salem, Tamil Nadu, has grown into an internationally recognized enterprise that is shaping the future of food processing. MADique Technologies stands as a beacon of innovation, empowering thousands of individuals and businesses while staying true to its roots of community-driven entrepreneurship.
For more information on MADique Technologies and its innovative solutions, visit www.madique.com.
