Otto Junker: Modernizing with measure and purpose

The ES-Automobilguss foundry has committed an investment volume of EUR 10 million to the current modernization of its production facilities. The primary goal is to expand its portfolio of casting materials, with maximum cost efficiency in production to be achieved in line with state-of-the-art technology. First steps included the partial upgrade by OTTO JUNKER of a pouring furnace dating back from the early 1970s. The outcome impressively demonstrates that even fairly modest measures can exert a large effect. A significant reduction in rejects, costs and maintenance needs was accomplished.