The cost of setting up a PVC pipe manufacturing plant in India depends on several factors, including the production capacity, type and size of pipes, level of automation, and machinery required. For a small or medium-scale plant, the machinery investment can generally start from around ₹20 lakh to ₹40 lakh or more, depending on the specifications and production capacity of the extrusion line. A larger plant with high-capacity and fully automatic machinery will require a higher investment. The main cost of a PVC pipe plant usually includes the extrusion machine, die heads, vacuum calibration tank, cooling tank, haul-off machine, cutting machine, mixer, and stacking system. Additional equipment such as a socketing machine, PVC scrap grinder, chiller, compressor, and testing equipment may also be required.