Sepalumic invests 30 million euros to inaugurate a new extrusion plant and modernise its Genlis facility, aiming to address transition challenges and establish the site as its industrial core in the building industry.
Sepalumic, a leading aluminium systems designer and distributor for the building industry, marked a significant milestone on November 16 with the inauguration of its new extrusion plant and the modernisation of its finishing facility in Genlis, Côte-d'Or. Investing 30 million euros in this venture, the company aims to address current transition challenges and solidify the Genlis site as its industrial hub.
Olivier Cros, the General Director of Sepalumic, cited the evolution of the historic Genlis site, stating, "It has evolved over time, and we are inaugurating the last element."
Half of the investment was allocated to upgrading the aluminium profile finishing factory. At the same time, the remaining funds were used to integrate a new extrusion plant, expanding the site by 25 per cent to 40,000 m² and accommodating 150 employees.
This strategic investment aligns with Sepalumic's goal of positioning the Genlis site as the company's industrial core, staying abreast of technological advancements in products and processes and catering to all customers in France. The inauguration of the new complex on November 16 marked a significant step in this direction.
Sepalumic also mentioned its commitment to being a key player in low-carbon building, incorporating environmentally conscious practices. "We are realising our vision through low-carbon aluminium for which we rely on suppliers who provide us with the guarantee of control of their industrial process," noted Olivier Cros.
The Genlis factory has implemented a state-of-the-art press, reducing energy consumption by 30 per cent, and relies on a 1 MWh solar farm for electricity.
The company's dedication to sustainability includes reevaluating its industrial processes and exploring new components to enhance the thermal performance of products. Olivier Cros stresses that this commitment is part of the Valfidus group's overarching strategy, with Sepalumic representing 10 per cent of the group's total turnover, projected to reach 100 million euros in 2023.
The completion of the new extrusion plant, constructed in 24 months, is expected to lead to approximately forty new hires, organised into three teams.
While one team is operational, two additional teams are scheduled for recruitment in January and September. Cros acknowledges the challenges in hiring extrusion personnel, stating, "Extrusion personnel represent a challenge because there is a demand for know-how with a training issue on a tool that requires real expertise.”
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