World-class expertise at the construction factory built by KÉSZ Group in Transylvania

KÉSZ Romania, a subsidiary of the KÉSZ Group has completed the construction of Knauf Insulation's newest factory in Târnăveni, Mureș County — a project that represents a thoughtful approach to industrial innovation, sustainability, and advanced engineering – reveals a press release by KÉSZ Group received by our paper. The brief outlines that as the general contractor, KÉSZ Romania worked closely with Knauf Insulation and its stakeholders to bring this facility to life, ensuring it met the highest standards of quality and efficiency.

According to the announcement, Knauf Insulation, part of the Knauf Group, has invested over 140 million euros in the state-of-the-art production facility, bringing together world-class expertise to transform the Târnăveni plant into the company’s most advanced technological unit in Central and Eastern Europe.

The capacity of the plant is around 75 000 tonnes of glass mineral wool per year

Construction began in early 2023 and followed a meticulous timeline to ensure seamless execution from groundbreaking to finalization. Production has officially started this year, with the facility having a capacity of around 75,000 tons of glass mineral wool annually to meet the growing demand in Romania and across the region. In addition to improved delivery times, Knauf Insulation customers will benefit from a wide range of innovative glass mineral wool solutions with ECOSE Technology®.

The facility incorporates advanced manufacturing technologies and prioritizes sustainability, including air filtration systems and production processes that can utilize up to 80% recycled glass to minimize environmental impact.

The digital project management system has had many benefits

As highlighted in the press release, the project, which was delivered through an integrated Design and Build approach, required KÉSZ Romania to oversee both the engineering and execution phases, ensuring a cohesive and adaptive process from the initial concept through to final construction. This methodology facilitated cost efficiency and allowed for flexible responses to evolving project requirements, leading to a streamlined and high-quality outcome.ts, ensuring a well-thought-out execution and a high quality end result.

Furthermore, KÉSZ Romania implemented advanced digital management systems throughout the project, enabling real-time coordination and accurate tracking of progress, timelines, and resource allocation. This approach was instrumental in maintaining operational efficiency and ensuring the project’s successful and timely completion.

Precise planning and careful coordination were essential tools

Throughout this complex undertaking, KÉSZ Romania focused on maintaining smooth coordination with all partners and adhering to strict safety and environmental regulations.

The brief also points out that managing a project of this complexity required precise planning and careful coordination. "The company's approach, emphasizing practicality, careful attention to detail, and operational efficiency, ensured high-quality outcomes that align with international standards while demonstrating ecological responsibility, culminating in the successful delivery of this major industrial project” - the release highlights.

The new factory boosts the region's importance on the European insulation market

In addition to its technological significance and beyond its industrial impact, the factory is expected to create more than 100 local jobs, strengthening the economy of the region and contributing to its development. The presence of this facility in Târnăveni reinforces the area’s importance in the European insulation materials market and encourages future growth.

The press release also emphasizes that KÉSZ Romania takes pride in its contribution to this transformative project, working hand-in-hand with Knauf Insulation to support a shared vision for progress and sustainability. ”This achievement underlines our dedication to providing reliable solutions in industrial construction while continuing to learn and grow through every project. The new Knauf Insulation plant in Târnăveni was one of the most complex industrial projects KÉSZ Romania had undertaken by that time, setting the stage for even more ambitious endeavors.” - the brief concludes.