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China , which is managed according to BUTTING values and standards . BUTTING CryoTech in Burgkirchen , Germany , fills a niche in the division by manufacturing couplings , valves , vacuum-insulated pipes ( VIPs ) and complete skids for cryogenic applications in the gas sector . The breadth of the Group and our optimised cost structures allow us to support customers throughout the entire lifecycle of their products . Project management , logistics , supervision , procurement benefits and comprehensive project support are provided at all locations , rounded off by value engineering and entirely new developments .
SSW : How is this approach implemented in day-to-day business ? MB : Imagine you are a buyer in the pulp and paper industry , and you need vessels , pipelines , and on-site expertise to supervise your construction site . BUTTING Anlagenbau in Schwedt is your ideal partner - this location remains our expert unit for vessel and pipeline construction , assembly and industrial services . With locations in Schwedt and China , the BUTTING Group is broadly positioned in the field of plant construction . Both sites are also expanding their capacity on a projectby-project to meet tight deadlines . Our focus is on efficient structures and costeffective processes .
SSW : Can you give us another example ? MB : If you are responsible for procurement in the aerospace industry , you expect the highest quality , along with the necessary approvals in accordance with EN ISO 9100 or NADCAP for production in this highly sensitive industry . Or perhaps you need piping components made from special materials with complex hydroforming processes . Our team at the Knesebeck site is the right partner for you , especially if the components are to be installed in a container made of nickelbased alloys , such as Alloy 602CA , or if acceptance according to ASME VIII Div . 1 is required . We specialise in this field at our Knesebeck site .
SSW : Those are some very complex requirements . MB : Yes , and it can get even more complex and more innovative : we develop our own products in close cooperation with our customers . An example is developments for cryotechnical applications where we serve a qualitatively demanding and growing niche market . We also want to develop our own standards in this market and play an active role in the energy transition . We ’ re putting our slogan “ more than pipes – for a better quality of life ” into practice ! SSW : Where do you see the most added value for your customers in plant construction ? MB : Our customers can draw on the BUTTING Group ’ s extensive human resources in all areas of value creation – for design services and welding , materials and forming technology , as well as in quality assurance and project management . We utilise this specialist expertise across all locations . At the same time , we can optimise our existing capacities worldwide . Everyone concentrates on their core
As CEO of the Plant Construction division , Marcel Bartels focuses on managing all plant construction activities in the BUTTING Group , including the pipeline and plant construction business unit in Knesebeck .
area of expertise while focusing on each specific customer ’ s needs . BUTTING also has a strong financial position , which creates trust with our contractual partners .
SSW : What is your vision for plant construction ? MB : The BUTTING Group is growing and investing at all locations to benefit our customers , employees and the environment . We give pipes a purpose ! With our services , we want to make our customers more successful – working in partnership to realise projects , positively shape the future and contribute to society . I am grateful to be able to write part of the company ’ s history with my teams and I ’ m convinced that , together with our customers , we can pass on the BUTTING family business to the 8th generation as an owner-managed , selfdetermined and healthy company .
Overview of the Plant Construction division
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