After two years of construction, GF has completed the modernization of the Seewis location. The plant has specialized for over 50 years in the production of high-tech plastic valves and actuators for the reliable transport of water and chemicals in various industrial and infrastructure applications.
With the new high-bay storage system, GF is relying on state-of-the-art technology: An automatic small parts warehouse with nearly 60,000 storage spaces and an automatic pallet warehouse for 2,390 pallets increase efficiency. Thanks to expanded capacities, optimized processes, and an innovative warehouse management system, customers benefit from better product availability and faster order processing.
At the same time, a new assembly system for ball valves 542 and 546 Pro, available in various materials such as PVC-U, PVC-C, and PP-H, ensures more efficient production. The new system increases product quality by precisely controlling and automatically adjusting the assembly steps as needed for optimization. Furthermore, it can be reconfigured more quickly and flexibly, meaning that products can be produced in shorter intervals. This leads to smaller inventories, better availability, and shorter delivery times for customers.
Oliver Hilbrand, Plant Manager Seewis at GF, on the modernization: 'Seewis has sustainably shaped the plastic valve industry with pioneering innovations. Our goal was therefore to significantly increase efficiency in all areas – from production to logistics to energy use. Because higher availability, shorter delivery times, and more sustainability are crucial factors that provide real added value to our customers.'
These measures were accompanied by extensive investments in sustainability. The Seewis location has transitioned to 100% renewable electricity, including its own solar energy production. On the other hand, GF was also able to reduce energy demand through more energy-efficient injection molding machines and lighting systems, as well as through heat recovery and improved insulation.
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