The new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Germany will be built with a focus on sustainability
Topcon Positioning Systems has unveiled its new manufacturing facility set to open in Geisenheim, Germany. The announcement was made as the precision measurement and workflow solutions specialist’s one-millionth product came off of the production line at the company’s current facility.
“The current operation is one of the company’s highest-rated manufacturing facilities, with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001, as well as an IATF automotive certification. The testing lab has become a standard for us worldwide,” said Mathias Kühn, Senior Vice President of Global Operations for Topcon. “The dedicated manufacturing of operator consoles for heavy machinery is a world-class example of success based on a strong core competency. The new facility is designed to support enhanced manufacturing automation, which is key to accelerating production and growth.”
The new facility will serve the company’s Topcon Electronics operation and has received a substantial investment from the company. Not only does this signify Topcon’s commitment to strengthening its position in the European market but will also expand its manufacturing capabilities.
Key features of Topcon’s new manufacturing facility:
- The new facility will be owned by Topcon.
- Will increase production capacity, up to triple the number of units produced annually.
- The precision measurement specialists will be able to consolidate all operational buildings under one roof.
- The footprint is expanded to 8,300 square metres (approximately).
- Sustainability is at the forefront of the new building with solar panels, greywater drainage systems, and electric vehicle charging points. Additional nature-based solutions for ventilation and drainage will also be included.
“Sustainability is an important part of the architecture for the new building,” said Simone Dolderer-Heinitz, with Ries+Ries Architekten Ingenieure GmbH, Architect on the project. “We use new technologies in our engineering that allow us to completely dispense with heating fuel. For example, the heating and cooling supply is provided by two hot air pumps and photovoltaics on the roof, which are used to partly supply our own electricity. We have green roofs that retain and disperse the rainwater.”
“The environmentally sound architectural design marks our first building investment with sustainability in mind from the ground up,” concluded Ewout Korpershoek, Executive Vice President, Topcon Positioning Systems.
“We are thrilled to embark on this journey, further solidifying our presence in Germany and strengthening our commitment to delivering the most advanced, high-quality technology to meet the needs of our customers worldwide. The investment underscores our long-term vision for growth and success, reflecting the Topcon values of innovation, quality, and sustainability.”