FEAL Group, one of the leading manufacturers of aluminum profiles in the region, is beginning a new phase of development with the construction and equipping of a modern factory in Karlovac - FEAL's first factory within the European Union. This strategic investment worth 32 million euros brings a hundred new jobs, the latest technology and energy-efficient production.
Thanks to its size, significance and development potential, the investment in the Karlovac factory has won the Lider magazine award for the largest production investment of the year in 2025.
Present in EU markets for years
FEAL has more than 50 years of experience in aluminum processing. It has been operating in its modern form since 2000, with headquarters in Široki Brijeg, and exports more than 80 % of production to the markets of Germany, Austria and Switzerland. The Karlovac factory is completing a two-year investment cycle of expansion, which increases total production capacity to 85,000 tons per year.
New jobs and local development
In addition to new jobs, the investment will have a strong effect on the local economy through the development of suppliers and partners.
"Croatia is a strategic location for us, not only because of logistics and the market, but also because of the qualified workforce. The factory in Karlovac will produce construction profiles and enable additional export growth and competitiveness on the European market," points out Ante Musa, Director of the FEAL Group. Technological equipment and energy efficiency
The plant is equipped with a 18 MN press, a line for plasticizing and mechanical processing of aluminum construction profiles for facades, windows, doors, partition walls, etc. These lines enable a complete production process – from shaping to finishing of profiles for the construction industry. In addition to modern technology, special emphasis is placed on sustainability – a solar power plant has been built on the roof of the hall, and an advanced purification system allows the reuse of wastewater in production. The goal is to reduce energy consumption per kilogram of pressed products by 7 % by 2029, and to maintain CO₂ emissions per ton of product below the European average.
Sustainability and environmental protection
In order to reduce the negative impact on the environment, FEAL is committed to sustainable development by applying environmentally friendly practices through investment in renewable energy sources, energy efficiency and recycling and waste reduction.
"Sustainability is the foundation of our strategy – not only in Karlovac, but at the level of the entire Group," adds Musa.
Investing in people and knowledge
FEAL does not only invest in machines, but also in people – through education and human resource development, it strengthens the region's industrial base. The city of Karlovac, with a rich industrial tradition, is gaining a new driving force and an important role in modern aluminum processing.
The drive that shapes the future
The Karlovac factory represents not only a capacity expansion, but also a symbol of a long-term commitment to sustainability, innovation and partnership with the community.
"Our mission is not only to produce aluminum profiles of the highest quality, but also to create new value for the community and the entire industry," concludes Ante Musa.
Test center and certification
In addition to production, FEAL, in cooperation with the certification company ift Rosenheim, offers professional testing and certification services for aluminum systems. The following tests are carried out in our own test center in Široki Brijeg:
- Air permeability - according to the standards EN 12207/1026, ASTM 283-04, EN 12153/12152
- Watertightness - according to EN 12208/1027, ASTM 331-00, EN 12155/12154 standards
- Wind resistance - according to EN 12210/12211, ASTM 330-02, EN 12179/13116 standards
Source: grenef.hr
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