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REP: How many REP presses do you have in your plant? What are the presses in question?
SHS: 4 horizontal injection machines EPG200, 3 horizontal injection machines EPG300 and 1 compression molding machine of 300 tons.
REP: Why this choice of models precisely? What advantages and characteristics can we attribute to them?
SHS: If we were to group them into 4 main points, we would say:
Dimensions of the machine, with the compact layout of the machine, we save space in the department for a better use of our building surface
Teleassitance with "Help" software, help us to reduce MTTR time (Mean Time To Repair) in case of faults.
The High Performance Pack enables our production to become autonomous.
Energy saving: we measured a real advantage concerning electrical consumption of our machines that help us to reduce our environment impact
Electric movements: allow us a very precise control of the machine, that means repeatable and stable process. Furthermore, electric movements mean no oil into molding area, it's a big advantage for quality assurance of our product.
We keep under control the consumption of the machine, this allows us to manage the energy price increase without impact on our selling price on the market, it means that we can be competitive.
RPM supported us during the design of our working station and helped us by cooperating with all the other suppliers for cold runner system, temperature control units, heating plates. The result is that we have “built a system” instead of “buy a machine."
REP: What about the ergonomics of the workstation? How can REP machines be differentiated from other models?
SHS: Compact dimensions allowed us to reduce movements of the operators (fewer daily steps), create efficiency in our layout, by a best use of the same space. We reduced the operator’s perceived temperature, by a development of the heating systems of the machine.

REP: For which use(s) and type of production do you require REP machines?
SHS: We use RPM machines mainly for the production of O-rings and technical articles, even complex ones, but for which automatic operation of the press is possible.
REP: To what extent are these machines a real advantage for you in terms of productivity?
SHS:

"The versatility, simplicity and wealth of information of REP presses allow us to analyze every aspect in detail to transform ideas into concrete work."

REP: How long have you been a REP Customer?
SHS: For 4 years.
REP: What made you come to REP more than to any other company?
SHS: We chose REP because for us it symbolizes:

REP: What are your future goals and challenges to complete?
SHS: Our business plan foresees a new step for 6 new machines in the next two years.

SHS Italia recommends REP and RPM services, with a score of:

50 years ago, REP began building its international network with the creation of a subsidiary in Italy: REP Italiana. This entity is now one of the major pillars of the REP group.
We are proud to celebrate its 50 years of activity and its strong growth!
The subsidiary provides sales and after-sales service in Italy, Greece and Switzerland (italian speaking) in connection with our other subsidiary RPM.
A new management To accompany and guide REP Italiana's team, we are pleased to welcome Mr. Benjamin Paganelli.
He holds the position of Director of Operations and Commercial Director since the beginning of 2023.
Let's welcome him onboard! No doubt he will be able to assist and accompany all our customers!

In order to ensure a team dynamic and ever-greater responsiveness, Mr. Gianpiero Roscio remains in charge of the subsidiary's After-Sales Service Department.
With the arrival of RPM in the group, specialist of the electrical horizontal press, the Italian market represents more than ever an important sector with a strong potential.
You will have the opportunity to meet the subsidiary's team throughout the year and at the future MILAN PLAST fair, which will be held from September 5 to 8, 2023 in Milan, Italy. We will showcase our latest products and solutions on an even bigger stand than in previous editions.
Meet us and our machines in the RUBBER area dedicated to the entire rubber chain!
REP and the organizers are satisfied. The visitors were interested in the diversity of the products and projects of REP!
The largest plastics and rubber industry companies were present in October for the “K Show”, holding once every three years in Düsseldorf.
All in all, 4 machines were showcased at REP’s booth where an international team awaited visitors from all over the world.

More than 176, 000 attendees from 157 different countries and 3037 exhibitors over 175, 000 sqm.
The company RPM Srl., located in Paderno Franciacorta, in the Italian province of Brescia, and specialized in horizontal presses
Starting from May 1st, 2022
The founding directors of RPM, Gianfranco and Marco Inverardi, will remain shareholders and at the head of RPM.
The center of competency for the horizontal machines business will remain in Italy.

Mr Bruno TABAR surrounded by the founding directors of RPM, Gianfranco and Marco INVERARDI
The integration of RPM into the REP group adds an innovating range of horizontal hydroelectric machines.
These particularly compact machines have already proven their value on the highly competitive Italian market.
Thanks to RPM, we consolidate our market position in the field of horizontal machines.
The range now consists of:

RPM joins our network of 8 subsidiaries and about thirty sales and aftersales agents.
REP thus holds its solid presence throughout the world.
Having local experts all around the world means:
Thorsten JUST, Managing Director of our subsidiary REP Deutschland since 2018, takes over the management of the Market Development Division, including all sales and marketing actions worldwide.
He succeeds Mr. Stéphane Demin and becomes the Global Sales and Marketing Director of the REP Group.
A few words from Thorsten JUST :
"I am very proud to take over more responsibility within the REP Group, known as one of the leading manufacturers of rubber injection machines, and to drive an experienced team who is focused on and dedicated to customer satisfaction!”
To support Mr. Thorsten Just in the Sales Management, we are pleased to announce the arrival of Mr. Gérald Serero as Deputy Sales Director.
He is also the Export Area Manager for the sales area of the Iberian Peninsula.
A few words from Gérald SERERO :
"Happy to join a team of experts in elastomer injection molding, focused on bringing REP know-how to support customers with their molding application challenges."

REP is honored by the distinction granted to its President, Bruno TABAR, who was elevated to the rank of Knight in the National Order of Merit on the proposal of Mr. Bruno LEMAIRE, Minister of the Economy, Finance and Recovery.
This distinction has been awarded in recognition of the contribution to France's economic influence abroad for more than 30 years, highlighted by the deployment of our international presence.
As a pioneer of innovation in this field in the 1960s, REP has greatly contributed to the development of the elastomer industry and continues to do so.
Thanks to the strength of its global network of subsidiaries and agents, who provides local sales and technical support, REP has supported the industrial development of rubber parts throughout the world.
With more than 12,000 machines installed in 77 countries, everyone who wants to mold elastomer parts based on injection molding can have access to the technology of REP.

A few words from Mr Bruno Tabar
"This national recognition acknowledges the remarkable way REP has evolved and it rewards and honors all those who contributed to its development on the global market.It encourages further efforts to address the challenges that the new generations are already facing and also provides a touch of sparkle to brighten our sometimes weary daily lives. It further sharpens our ambition to rank among the best and it calls for continuous projects in line with our vision and path for the future."
Let's imagine ...

Did you know? The National Order of Merit is:

We serve our customers throughout the lifetime of a machine thanks to our "REP Services".
We provide sustainable assistance to meet the specific needs of each customer ... even when it comes to an intercontinental move.
In 2013, COURBIS Corporation purchased one of the largest Tung Yu tilting compression molding press.
It was designed for their new production site in China.
This tilting machine, which was initially intended for the molding of site vehicle engine hoods, was a major challenge and still offers us today a new challenge to face.

This machine was installed and commissioned in Beijing in January 2014. It has traveled across the world and is now in full production in France.
The COURBIS company has decided to move its Chinese plant to Europe.
The machine has traveled almost 10,500 km by getting full teams of engineers and agents on board.
Logistics was ensured despite the sanitary measures.
The compression molding press started producing again in a new building intended for this purpose.
REP was there seven years after the machine was sold.
We assisted COURBIS throughout this comprehensive venture, which was impacted by the sanitary and climatic hazards.
We had to face various structural constraints (roof opening, electrical connection, pit, etc.).
Our support was required from the disassembly to the final commissioning of the machine.
Updating the press and the training of the staff were also part of the revamping package.
After having spent part of its life on producing site vehicle engine hoods, this well-travelled press, TYC-8x4-A-S-PCD-UP, is now adapted to a completely new market: the manufacture of large-sized parts for the leisure industry and utility vehicles.


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