Abstract:
The process of emergence of brass parts cluster in Jamnagar was spontaneous and not induced. A few pioneering entrepreneurs started manufacturing screws, pins and bulb holder. As their enterprises grew in volume and operation, others also joined the business. The gradual development and improvement in brass parts making machinery, tools, jigs, fixtures, die, has also contributed to growth of the cluster. There were some expert technicians like Shri Hirji Mistry who was capable of developing new machines and modifying the existing ones.