GF has completed the modernisation of its Seewis site, enhancing production of plastic valves and actuators used in the reliable transport of water across industrial and infrastructure applications. The facility now operates on 100% renewable electricity, including on-site solar generation, and has been made CO₂-neutral.The site, which has specialised in high-tech plastic valves for more than 50 years, now features a fully automated storage system with more than 60,000 slots and a new assembly line for GF’s 542 and 546 Pro ball valves. These investments aim to increase product quality, efficiency, and availability.The new high-bay storage system combines an automated small-parts warehouse with an automated pallet warehouse, enabling faster order processing and improved product availability. An advanced warehouse management system optimises logistics for sectors that depend on timely delivery of water management components.
Seewis has shaped the plastic valve industry with groundbreaking innovations. Our goal was therefore to significantly increase efficiency in all areas – from production to logistics to energy use. Higher availability, shorter delivery times, and greater sustainability are key factors that provide real added value to our customers.
– Oliver Hilbrand, Plant Manager Seewis at GF
Cutting the ribbon after modernizing the plant – f.l.t.r. Andreas Müller (CEO GF) ; Daniel Capaul, Department of Economy Grisons ; Oliver Hilbrand, Plant Manager GF Seewis; Kurt Kuster, President Seew
GF has also introduced measures to lower energy demand, including energy-efficient injection moulding machines, upgraded lighting, heat recovery, and improved insulation. Together with the switch to renewable electricity, these steps support more sustainable water infrastructure manufacturing.
