EoW September 2008

english corporate news

Investing in the future

Polifibra Group has moved its original Italian production plant to a new location and invested in a new laminator for the cable market, a new solvent recovery system and a new data processing (SAP) system, enabling the effective organisation of this new facility. The most important investment has been the new larger factory, which with its increased space and restructured raw materials, planning, laminating, slitting and logistical departments, will provide a better logistical platform from which to work towards improving efficiency in all of these key areas. The second important investment has been the installation of a new laminator, together with the installation of two new spoolers in its facilities in France and Germany. The new laminator, which can process up to 1,600mm wide, replaces a previous machine that could only process 1,000mm width. The increased capacity will be dedicated to the research and development of new products and markets, while continuing to support its existing customers requirements. Mr Luigi Penzo, chairman of Polifibra Group states that, “Any modern production facility, to be successful, must be organised and structured, with a firm control over its internal processes.”

In recent years, this philosophy has enabled Mr Penzo to successfully implement many changes with the internal structure of Polifibra, promoting “a more customer oriented approach,” focusing on customers’ present and future needs. With the installation of a new solvent recovery system, Polifibra is working towards accreditation of the environmental management system ISO 14001, adopting high quality standards to satisfy the most demanding needs of its customers, while endeavouring to control and limit the environmental impact of its activities. Mr Penzo suggests, “The first benefits of the restructured Polifibra are already beginning to show, with a reduction in purchasing lead time, due to better control of raw materials. We have also improved our customer service, due to better control of our manufacturing processes. The current global economic market is certainly a challenging one, however the changes we have made will ensure our continued success for many more years to come.”

Polifibra SpA – Italy Fax : +39 039 60 61 300

Email : info@pf-polifibra.com Website : www.pf-polifibra.com

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EuroWire – September 2008