Trelleborg Sealing Solutions begins production at its first manufacturing facility in Vietnam, an 8,000 square meter state-of-the-art facility in Long Thanh.
It uses the latest compression and injection molding technology and plate heat exchanger gaskets to produce high quality O-rings and custom designed engineered molded parts in a variety of elastomeric materials.
Gordon Micallef, President of Operations at Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, said: “The new Long
The Thanh facility is a key part of our strategy to expand our manufacturing footprint in Asia, expanding our capabilities and product offerings in the region. The new facility is focused on serving the fast-growing automotive and industrial markets in Vietnam and the wider Asia region, as well as Europe and North America. It enhances our support for customers in the region who are increasingly looking to local suppliers to improve supply chain security and sustainability. ”
The Long Thanh facility is Trelleborg Sealing Solutions’ first manufacturing facility in Vietnam, joining an existing Customer Solutions Center
(CSC), which supports the local needs of the Ho Chi Minh City office. ”
Quality, efficiency and sustainability have been key drivers of the multi-million dollar development since the beginning. The process flow and equipment layout are designed to optimize processes and minimize travel distances. Trelleborg Sealing Solutions pays special attention to maintaining high product integrity and quality in all aspects of production. Production processes are standardized to ensure high service levels, and investments in automated final inspection guarantee customer quality standards.
In terms of sustainability, insulation enables temperature control within the facility, reducing the electricity required for cooling, and a solar panel array generates 835 kilowatts of renewable energy per month. Wastewater generated during the production process is treated before being discharged, and special equipment filters process fumes before being discharged into the atmosphere. Reusable containers are used both internally and by rubber partner suppliers, and the use of plastic bags to transport parts between processes is minimized.
The factory is located in Dong, southern Vietnam
Nai, strategically located close to Ho Chi Minh City and major ports, providing easy access to domestic and international markets. The region has excellent infrastructure that facilitates efficient transportation and also provides a skilled and abundant workforce that will continue to grow as demand increases.