EgoKiefer Production Facility Expansion

Utvider produksjonsanlegg i Villeneuve

The EgoKiefer Group, a leader in the Swiss window and door industry, undertook the expansion of its production facility in Villeneuve to address an unprecedented order volume that surpassed its existing production capabilities. This strategic location near the freeway in the canton of Vaud was selected to improve operational efficiency and competitiveness against international rivals.

Ny produksjonshall og automatisering

The facility expansion in Villeneuve included the addition of a new production hall. This significant investment aimed to safeguard the company's future in the French-speaking region of Switzerland. The construction project was completed two months before the arrival of new machinery, which allowed for the implementation of advanced automation and technological upgrades.

Stabilisering av grunn og taksystem

The engineering challenges of the project were addressed by installing point foundations to stabilize the grounds, which lie just one meter above the groundwater table. The structural framework of the new hall is composed of a metal frame, topped with a ribbed, insulated, and sealed roof. Additionally, a network of channels was integrated to optimize rainwater drainage, and a water retention basin on the roof was incorporated to ease the drainage system.

Byggeprosjekt ferdigstilt innen ett år

Beginning in June 2004 and reaching completion in June 2005, the project benefitted from the architectural expertise of Thomann & Thomann Chailly/Montreux. The overall construction volume of the expansion was 20,200 cubic meters, solidifying the physical growth required to enhance EgoKiefer's production capabilities effectively.