Karl Eugen Fischer has ambitious plans for extrusion and cutting equipment specialist
Germany – Karl Eugen Fischer (KEF) is targeting “organic and inorganic” growth opportunities in the tire manufacturing industry
based on its recent acquisition of cutting machinery manufacturer Konstrukta-Tire Tech (KTT)
KEF acquired Slovakian-based extrusion and cutting machinery specialist Konstrukta-Tire Tech (KTT) last December
according to a company statement supplied 12 April to ERJ
Citing expected annual growth rates of 4-5%
KEF said tire makers rely on its machinery in the production of rubber-coated tire cord fabric and steel cords for tire belts and carcasses
Produced at the 400-employee company’s HQ site in Burgkunstadt
the cutting equipment is sold worldwide via a network of partner firms as well as distribution and service companies in the US and China
New solutions for clients are under continuous development
noting among recent innovations is an application which laminates RFID chips embedded in tires
As well as being a traditional machinery supplier
KEF sees great potential in the servitisation business model
such as those involving remote maintenance services for customers worldwide
“They can provide immediate service in real-time
and the machine’s data is logged and documented,” noted KEF
“This creates additional synergies between remote support and remote service.”
KEF went onto highlight its position in mobility & transport sector markets
the high growth potential of which provided the main reason for its investment in Konstrukta
“We will join forces with the company’s management… building a platform that will result in an even broader product range and client base”
a managing director at Deutsche Beteiligungs AG
we also develop innovative equipment for tire manufacturers”
“It is in this spirit that we acquired KTT
adding another product line that will support further growth in our portfolio,” added Seevers
ERJ is requesting further information about the acquisition of Konstrukta-Tire Tech by KEF/ Deutsche Beteiligungs
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