Inspired from the chain of terracotta units established around Thrissur District, St.Xavier‘s Clay Works was started in the year 1992. The factory was inaugurated by the then chief minister Sri. K. Karunakaran on 14/01/1992. Sri. T. O. Rappai was the Managing Partner of St. Xavier’s Clay Works and his two sons Mr. Baiju Rapheal and Mr. Binu Rapheal were the partners of the firm. The visionary and founder Sri. T. O. Rappai has passed away in 8th March 2011. After that elder son Baiju Rapheal, a commerce gradurate took over the charge of Managing Partner and managing the firm.
In 14th October 2014 the group has started its second terracotta unit in Koduru, Malur Thaluk, Karnataka in the name TOR BRICKS AND TILES. Now the whole products are marketed in the name of TOR Tiles. We are the pioneers in quality and perfection. Our products include Roofing tiles, Flooring tiles, Weather proofing tiles, Decorative tiles, Ceiling tiles and Potterys. In this era of global warming and climatic challenges clay tiles are the only alternative to bring back the natural harmony and well being. Our Research and Development team are always engaged in designing and manufacturing quality tile products in superior style to meet both the modern and traditional designer needs.
The use of modern technical and management skills in the industry has changed the conventional methods of production and it is visible in the stability and durability of our products. Our products are marketed throughout Kerala, Thamilnadu, Karnataka, Goa and abroad also. Our list of satisfied customers and architects are our brand ambassadors and they speak for our products and for our group.