Schneider Electric is expanding its Duna Smart Power Systems (DSPS) smart factory in Dunavecse, which opened last year. The new facility covering 18,000 square metres is being constructed with an investment of €44 million.
Schneider Electric is adapting its capacity flexibly in response to market demands while adhering to a principle of gradual growth. The expanded facility will focus on manufacturing low-voltage distribution equipment, marking the introduction of these products at this site.
The development will occur entirely on the 10 hectares of land already owned by Schneider Electric, which was chosen prior to the launch of the first phase of DSPS for its suitability for future expansion. Last May, the company inaugurated the Duna Smart Power Systems (DSPS) plant in Dunavecse, one of its largest production facilities in Europe. It serves as the main European production center for the company’s latest SF6-free medium-voltage switchgear RM AirSeT, as well as medium-voltage air-insulated switchgear for both Europe and global markets.
“As a leading global industrial technology company, Schneider Electric is a trusted partner in sustainability and energy efficiency through electrification and digitalization. The expansion of our Dunavecse factory responds to the significant market demand for low-voltage distribution equipment globally”, said Yann Reynaud, Schneider Electric’s Senior Vice President, Global Engineering to Order Operations.
In addition to enhancing sustainability and energy efficiency, the first phase of DSPS was designed for efficient building operation. Schneider Electric’s EcoStruxure, an IoT-enabled, plug-and-play, open, and interoperable architecture and platform, is implemented with advanced online monitoring systems and communication network tools to help prevent failures and ensure timely interventions.
In recognition of Schneider Electric’s commitment to sustainability and efficiency, the company has been named the world’s most sustainable company by TIME magazine and Corporate Knights recently, as well as the DSPS has already received several awards, including first place in the Industry category of the Hungarian Real Estate Development Excellence Award, Zero Carbon Award in new construction category of the Hungarian Green Building Association (HuGBC), and recognition as one of the three best projects in last year’s “Green Awards powered by Green Cloud” competition. Additionally, it was a finalist in the BTS (Build-To-Suit) category of the CRE Awards and received the “Best Technology Investment of the Year” award from the Joint Venture Association.
