Storopack Folienproduktion Wildau - DE

The video discusses the operations and strategies of Storopack's film production facility in Wildau, highlighting key aspects of their production process, product offerings, and workplace culture.

Main Financial Strategies and Business Trends:

• Production Model: The facility operates on a 24/7 shift model with a workforce of 75 to 100 employees, producing approximately one million finished rolls annually for markets in Europe, Asia, and South America.
• Product Focus: The main product is the Airplus range, specifically air cushions made primarily from polyethylene (PE) material, with an emphasis on sustainability through the use of 50% recycled plastic in their products.
• Two-Stage Production Process:
  • Extrusion: Granulate is melted and formed into bubbles through a glass film extrusion process, resulting in mother rolls.
  • Configuration: Mother rolls are processed to create finished rolls with specific weld patterns and perforations for customer use.
• Recycling Initiatives: The facility incorporates its own retraction into the recycled film production process, enhancing sustainability and efficiency.
• Product Portfolio Expansion: The company is moving towards broadening its product range, which will increase complexity in both production and administration.

Methodology/Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Material Preparation: Sorting and shredding of materials.
2. Melting Process: Melting the shredded materials.
3. Granulation: Processing melted materials into granulate.
4. Extrusion: Using granulate to create mother rolls through glass film extrusion.
5. Configuration: Applying weld patterns and perforations to produce finished rolls.

Workplace Culture:

The video emphasizes a positive workplace environment characterized by teamwork, openness, and a willingness to adapt to changes among employees.

Presenters/Sources:

• Mad Katzer, Plant Manager at Storopack.