Schüco marks its 20th anniversary in China

Shanghai China, June 28th , 2019—Recently, Schüco International KG, a global leading system solutions provider for windows, doors and façades (hereinafter referred to as “Schüco”), has celebrated its 20th anniversary in China（1999-2019）. A 20-year-old person is energetic, determined and ambitious. It is the same case with a 20-year-old business. Being always dedicated to providing innovative products and technologies, Schüco has taken home many international awards. Meanwhile, Schüco also takes the lead in the industry by becoming the first company in China to provide system solutions on windows and doors and integrating reliable German standards into each market where it operates. Through close cooperation with industry partners, Schüco provides individualized solutions for customers on both commercial and residential properties, striving for continuous improvement all the time. Schüco aims to make modernized manufacturing more efficient, bring intelligent designs into a digital era and create a better life for its customers and end users.

Turn vision into reality with professionalism

Schüco was founded in 1951. As a system solutions provider for windows, doors and façades, it adheres to the corporate values of “Innovation, Partnership, Excellence and Responsibility”. Schüco keeps upgrading existing products and developing new industry solutions. It has done its utmost to standardize all products and services, to meet customers’ requirements and shape the future of construction with more valuable and sustainable solutions. In 21th century, focusing on resources preservation, Schüco took the opportunity to expand business to America, South America and China. With the two major businesses Aluminium and PVC-U, Schüco grew into an expert on building envelope solutions.

Schüco set up its first China branch office in Beijing in 1999 and then relocated the China headquarter to Shanghai at the end of 2010. To better serve local customers, Schüco keeps increasing its presence in this country. In addition to the headquarter in East China, it also established branch- and sales offices in North, South,Central of China (including Hong Kong and Taiwan regions). The establishment of Chengdu office echoes China's Great Western Development Strategy and also reflects Schüco’s further efforts to expand the market in West China.

In 2016, Schüco reached another milestone by launching a 1355-sqm showroom and training center in downtown Shanghai, only one stop away from the regional headquarter. Displaying cutting-edge technologies and the latest aluminum products, it serves the entire Chinese market and offers support to the fast-growing residential and commercial projects.

Schüco offices with showroom in Shanghai, Beijing and Shenzhen as well as technical center

Premium Partners along the way

“We and Schüco always engage in mutual support of each other.” That’s one testimonial from Schüco’s multiple partners. Since setting foot in the Chinese market, Schüco has entered into partnership with over 150 enterprises, all of which have undergone strict screening procedures before being licensed or certified. Based on the new products to be launched every year, Schüco will provide partners with customized training sessions on fabrication and installation periodically, so that they can provide better services to customers. In terms of project cooperation, Schüco’s partners always have the projects completed in the best possible way, which helps enhance Schüco’s brand reputation and also reinforce its market position.

Successful reference projects throughout China:

Adherence of Green CSR

As a corporate citizen, Schüco is dedicated to taking up more social responsibilities and setting a good example for the industry. It believes in giving back to the society and fulfilling the sustainability mission. For instance, Schüco’s solutions help achieve sustainability in building management, reduce costs in operating and even the whole life cycle. Schüco selects reusable or recyclable materials and helps buildings meet international standards by obtaining certification from DGNB, BREEAM or LEED. Schüco spares no efforts to ensure that employees have access to a healthy working environment and an inspiring corporate culture. In addition, it also offers support to each employee’s career development plan. For Schüco, educating employees about climate change is an important action to take within the company.

Several Schüco systems implementing the C2C (Cradle to Cradle) principle

Right: C2C-certified Schüco Façade System FWS 50.SI

Take the lead in the industry

Year 2019 is Schüco’s 20th anniversary in China and also marks a turning point in the history of China’s construction materials industry, which starts to adopt a diversification strategy. In terms of business, engineering enterprises and profile companies expanding product lines in system solutions on windows, doors and façades; from a technical point of view, there are a large number of diversified upgrades in smart production lines, on-site installation equipment and integrated design in assembly systems.; when it comes to products, individualized portfolios such as high-end windows and doors have been commercialized. Schüco’s concept totally aligns with this trend. With experienced R&D teams and high-quality services, Schüco will try its best to offer its customers and consumers with more comprehensive solutions. In addition, making the most of online and offline resources, Schüco will become a household name through precise brand positioning.

“China is an Asian market that boasts greatest potential. After 20 years’ hard work, Schüco has made significant achievements. In the future, Schüco will develop more localized designs to cater to the specific requirements in the Chinese market. We believe that China will always be Schüco’s most important market outside of Germany today and tomorrow.” said Johannes Matthijs Bruijnse, SVP International Business Region 1, Schüco International KG.

Günter Strauss, Executive Director Schüco Greater China, commented: “Schüco is committed to enhance its influence in China by focusing on commercial buildings, residential properties and retail businesses. Chinese market has an essential role to play in Schüco’s growth strategies.”

As China’s real estate sector is seeking to diversify their business to maintain growth, Schüco will continue to provide users with advanced technologies, intelligent designs and people-oriented, one-stop services. Schüco looks forward to another prosperous 20 years, facilitating industry growth at the same time.

Schüco – System solutions for windows, doors and façades

Based in Bielefeld, the Schüco Group develops and sells system solutions for windows, doors and façades. With 5400 employees worldwide, the company strives to be the industry leader in terms of technology and service today and in the future. In addition to innovative products for residential and commercial buildings, the building envelope specialist offers consultation and digital solutions for all phases of a building project – from the initial idea through to design, fabrication and installation. 12,000 fabricators, developers, architects and investors around the world work together with Schüco. The company is active in more than 80 countries and achieved a turnover of 1.670 billion euros in 2018. For more information, visit www.Schüco.com.

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Schüco International (Beijing) Co., Ltd.

Tel.: +86 21 61740066

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