three h on location · the dream plant sodecia gtac opens its monterrey, mexico and london, ontario...
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Three H On Location
SODECIA GTAC - London, OntarioFor further information please visit us at www.three-h.com or contact us at 1.800.767.5374
THREE H ON LOCATIONSODECIA GTAC - London, Ontario
The Dream PlantSodecia GTAC opens its Monterrey, Mexico and London, Ontario plants as part of an international program.
Designer: Endri Poletti Architect Inc.London, Ontario
Project Dealer: POI Business Interiors Inc.London, Ontario
Sodecia GTAC in London, OntarioSodecia GTAC is a global full-service supplier of specialized manufacturing solutions, with a focus on the automotive industry. Their London, ON based Global Tech & Automation Center (GTAC) builds robotic cells and complete manufacturing lines for internal and external customers, as well as providing engineer-ing and training support. Recognizing the outstanding efficiency of its London operations, Sodecia decided to consolidate GTAC work in a new facility. For Director Chris Hurley, it was the opportunity to “build my dream plant”.
An Engineering CultureEndri Poletti Architect prepared the overall design, then invited three firms including POI to participate in the tendering process. Judging that it would best meet Sodecia’s desired quality and price points, and its clean modern lines would complement the company’s engineering culture, POI proposed Three H to supply the office furniture. “We took representatives from Sodecia and Poletti to tour the Three H showroom. It was important for the client to see, touch, experience a wide variety of products.”
Custom Product with Three HFollowing this visit, Three H designed for Sodecia a custom six-station work pod, with spacious desks, glass dividers, and modules combining filing cabinets with seating. Hurley recalls, “Three H gave us these great custom pods for a reasonable price. And POI was very helpful, building a mock-up in their office so we could see what it would really be like.”
Custom Service with POISourcing primarily from Three H, with selected pieces from other partners, POI installed all the office furniture for Sodecia’s dream plant, including 12 private offices, 50 work stations, meeting room and auditorium tables and chairs. Both the client and architect praise POI’s professionalism and responsiveness.
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“A Beauty”“They backed up their products. Any issues, they fixed immediately. They were amenable to suggestions. They just delivered.” Furnishings aside, the plant is a beauty. The manufacturing shop is spacious, efficient, and clean. Employees enjoy the gym, games room, cafeteria and outdoor patio. Every room is flooded with natural light. And a live green wall breathes oxygen into the soaring entry hall.
The new plant has been open for just eight weeks. But already it sends a clear message. “It tells employees we care about them. It shows customers that we are investing in the future. It feels sleek and sharp, like wearing a suit!”
When asked about the biggest benefit of the new office space, Chris Hurley doesn’t hesitate. “My people are happy.”
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Three H Furniture Systems Limited156462 Clover Valley Rd.New Liskeard, ONCanada P0J 1P0
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“POI and Three H were a very responsive team to work with. The end product was an exceptional integration of the building design, client needs and the project budget.”
Endri PolettiB Arch. OAA MRAIC Endri Poletti Architect Inc.
“ Our installation team liked working with the Three H product. The product is well crafted and easy to assemble. Three H met Sodecia’s delivery schedules and the orders were shipped complete”
Jeff CraneRegional ManagerPOI Business Interiors Inc.
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