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GMI

From thermoforming of very thick plastic sheets to the manufacture of cellular trays and handling inserts… "By defining the packaging, GMI has enabled the entire automotive sector to make substantial savings… A revolution in the logistical habits of car manufacturers."
GMI group in Franche-Comté masters 5 processing technologies, has 6 subsidiaries and a turnover of € 46 million. It is involved in the Vecovil Vehicle of the Future Cluster project: development of a modular platform with a low environmental impact and associated tools for a service vehicle for city-centre use.

Guillin emballage

"Innovation, quality, range, service, professionalism, performance, synergies, development…". Since its establishment in 1972, these have been the daily commitments of the group’s employees. It is European leader in plastic food packaging.
13 companies in Europe, with over 1,100 employees, realise a turnover of € 247 million using 3 processing methods for 7 materials.

Solvay
An historic location in the Jura related to the presence of salt deposits.
The Tavaux site produces notably PVDF Sdef® for the markets which require high-quality and highperformance polymers.

Bedeville

With over 4 million injected and overmoulded parts produced monthly, the firm based in Fesches le Chatel is supplier to leading manufacturers, especially in the automotive, food, electrical and electronics spheres…

Griffond

The firm designs and manufactures a range of products for the medical sector. Its recognised know-how in the field of plastic injection also makes it a soughtafter partner in the toy, tableware and eyewear sectors.

Superfos emballage

The American company is market leader in injected plastic containers. Superfos has 10 European sites, 1 site in the US, employs 1,500 people and realises a turnover of nearly € 360 million.

Worldplas
Specialises in the design and production of complex units and sub-units of injection, overmoulding, or biinjection thermoplastic parts. Worldplas works mainly for the automotive, aeronautics, transport, luxury and medical markets. The firm’s development is based on a sustained investment policy.

Lisi cosmetics

For 30 years, the history of packaging for high-end perfumery and make-up has been written by a close cooperation between the firm and its clients. Mastery of its four complementary specialities - metal die - stamping, plastic injection, surface treatment and assembling - are what makes the group stand out.

Plastigray

Investment in innovation is being made throughout the processes and materials in order to bring down costs and achieve greater competitiveness. R&D is also working to develop the sensory and decorative aspects of the materials. Its research has been recognised and approved by Plastipolis.

VP SA

Philippe Vuillermoz set up the firm in 1993, with its main expertise in the design and production of tools for micro-injection of thermoplastics. The company today has become a jeweller among toolmakers with the production of cutting and mechanical machining tools.
The most demanding markets, which require ever greater precision and miniaturisation, are served with all the expertise and passion of the firm. A rare and highly sought-after specialist.

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	GMI From thermoforming of very thick plastic sheets to the manufacture of cellular trays and handling inserts… "By defining the packaging, GMI has enabled the entire automotive sector to make substantial savings… A revolution in the logistical habits of car manufacturers." GMI group in Franche-Comté masters 5 processing technologies, has 6 subsidiaries and a turnover of € 46 million. It is involved in the Vecovil Vehicle of the Future Cluster project: development of a modular platform with a low environmental impact and associated tools for a service vehicle for city-centre use.
	Guillin emballage "Innovation, quality, range, service, professionalism, performance, synergies, development…". Since its establishment in 1972, these have been the daily commitments of the group’s employees. It is European leader in plastic food packaging. 13 companies in Europe, with over 1,100 employees, realise a turnover of € 247 million using 3 processing methods for 7 materials.
	Solvay An historic location in the Jura related to the presence of salt deposits. The Tavaux site produces notably PVDF Sdef® for the markets which require high-quality and highperformance polymers.
	Bedeville With over 4 million injected and overmoulded parts produced monthly, the firm based in Fesches le Chatel is supplier to leading manufacturers, especially in the automotive, food, electrical and electronics spheres…
	Griffond The firm designs and manufactures a range of products for the medical sector. Its recognised know-how in the field of plastic injection also makes it a soughtafter partner in the toy, tableware and eyewear sectors.
	Superfos emballage The American company is market leader in injected plastic containers. Superfos has 10 European sites, 1 site in the US, employs 1,500 people and realises a turnover of nearly € 360 million.
	Worldplas Specialises in the design and production of complex units and sub-units of injection, overmoulding, or biinjection thermoplastic parts. Worldplas works mainly for the automotive, aeronautics, transport, luxury and medical markets. The firm’s development is based on a sustained investment policy.
	Lisi cosmetics For 30 years, the history of packaging for high-end perfumery and make-up has been written by a close cooperation between the firm and its clients. Mastery of its four complementary specialities - metal die - stamping, plastic injection, surface treatment and assembling - are what makes the group stand out.
	Plastigray Investment in innovation is being made throughout the processes and materials in order to bring down costs and achieve greater competitiveness. R&D is also working to develop the sensory and decorative aspects of the materials. Its research has been recognised and approved by Plastipolis.
	VP SA Philippe Vuillermoz set up the firm in 1993, with its main expertise in the design and production of tools for micro-injection of thermoplastics. The company today has become a jeweller among toolmakers with the production of cutting and mechanical machining tools. The most demanding markets, which require ever greater precision and miniaturisation, are served with all the expertise and passion of the firm. A rare and highly sought-after specialist.