The new production facility has replaced the existing plant at the same location with a redesign that prioritises sustainability and climate protection. The systems in the new building are powered by green electricity, and 25 percent of the electricity comes directly from photovoltaics on the roof of the plant. Furthermore, it employs an energy-efficient and eco-conscious cleaning technique for exhaust air from coating processes through microorganisms. These metabolise the hydrocarbons in the solvents into water and carbon dioxide. This eliminates the need for an additional heating medium – no gas has to be burned to purify the exhaust air.
Carlos Arnau Calduc, Freudenberg Sealing Technologies vice president and responsible for the site, said: “This is a highly innovative plant that is carbon-neutral, thus aligning with both present and future automotive industry standards.”
The new plant, home to 171 employees and spanning 6,800 square metres is increasing the annual production of shock absorbers and steering components by 15 percent.
“Investing in the new plant in Parets del Vallès is the best example of Freudenberg’s commitment to both the automotive industry and to Spain as a business hub,” emphasised Arnau Calduc.
