Production expansion in Hohenwestedt | LESER

THE FACTORY OF SAFETY VALVES LESER invests in Production expansion

Production Expansion in Hohenwestedt Successfully Completed

Approximately 15,000 m² of additional space for growth, innovation, and efficient production

LESER has expanded its production facility in Hohenwestedt (Schleswig-Holstein, Germany) by approximately 15,000 m². Construction began in 2024, and the new production hall was completed in 2026. The move to the new facilities took place in the summer of 2026.

With an investment of approximately 45 million euros, LESER has laid the groundwork for further growth. Modern manufacturing technologies, optimized material flows, and additional production capacity strengthen the Hohenwestedt site and LESER’s competitiveness as one of the world’s leading manufacturers of safety valves.

The completion of this expansion marks an important milestone in the long-term development of the production site. Further expansion phases are planned through 2032, through which LESER aims to lay the groundwork for future growth and continued high-performance production.

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LESER growth global

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Innovative technologies

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Sustainable construction

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Lean material flow

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Modern working environment

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Customer demand - fast and individual

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LESER growth global

LESER has grown in recent years and would like to expand this growth. The existing production, logistics and office space is now fully occupied and partially compressed. The current space allocation does not ensure an optimal flow of materials and makes further growth difficult. The construction project will enable LESER to further expand its market position as a global supplier of safety valves.

Innovative technologies

As part of the production expansion, investments will be made not only in the building structure but also in new operating equipment in order to control production processes even more efficiently in the future. In the process, an automated long goods storage system will be built, which will be directly connected to new sawing machines.

Sustainable construction

A planning company was commissioned for the new building to create a holistic energy concept and ensure that LESER's goal of CO2-neutral* production by 2035.

CO2 neutrality will be achieved in Scope 1 (direct emissions from own facilities and processes) and Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam or heat).

Photovoltaic systems will be installed on all new hall roofs. In addition, the heating of the new hall body is to be provided by the use of air-source heat pumps, thus eliminating the need for fossil fuels. In addition, the waste heat from the machines and systems will be included in the energy balance.

Lean material flow

Additional floor space capacity created by the construction of the new production hall will eliminate waste in the current material flow. By rearranging segments, machines and equipment, material flows can be kept lean, so that the process time of a safety valve through production is reduced and our customers can be supplied even faster.

Modern working environment

The new production hall offers LESER employees a modern working environment. Increased sound insulation for office workstations as well as meeting points, training and conference rooms can raise the standard of the working environment. In addition, there will be so-called "think tanks" next to the office spaces where employees can retreat for digital meetings.

Customer requirements - fast and individual

LESER is growing. By expanding its plant, LESER is increasing its production capacities and can meet its customers' requirements even better and faster.

The Development of LESER in Hohenwestedt

Another milestone in the company's history

With the completion of the new production facility and the move in the summer of 2026, LESER is continuing the ongoing expansion of its production site in Hohenwestedt. Further expansion phases are planned through 2032.

FAQ's

The new production facility in Hohenwestedt was completed in 2026. The move to the new premises took place in the summer of 2026.

LESER has expanded its production facility in Hohenwestedt by approximately 15,000 m². The investment totaled approximately 45 million euros. The additional space provides room for modern manufacturing technologies, optimized production processes, and further growth.

The expansion creates additional production capacity and enables more efficient material flows. Modern manufacturing technologies and automated processes support shorter lead times, a high degree of flexibility, and reliable delivery to our customers.

As part of its production expansion, LESER has invested in modern manufacturing and automation technologies. These include, among other things, an automated long-product warehouse with a direct connection to new sawing machines, as well as other automated manufacturing processes.

The new production facility is designed with an energy-efficient overall concept. Photovoltaic systems, air-source heat pumps, and the utilization of waste heat from machinery reduce energy consumption and support LESER’s goal of achieving CO₂ neutrality in Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2035.

Yes. The production expansion, which will be completed in 2026, is part of a long-term site development plan. LESER plans further expansion phases in Hohenwestedt through 2032 to create additional capacity and ensure the production site is future-proof.

If you have any questions about the production site or the completed expansion, please contact LESER using the contact form.