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WEILER supports inclusion: New lathe for Regnitz workshops
WEILER donates a new lathe to the Regnitz workshops in Erlangen to promote the inclusion of employees with disabilities.
WEILER supports inclusion: New lathe for Regnitz workshops
Today was a pleasant day in the Regnitz workshops in Erlangen. The market leader in the manufacture of precision lathes, WEILER Werkzeugmaschinen GmbH, handed over a new conventional lathe of the Praktik VCD type worth around 18,000 euros. This measure not only marks a further step in the over thirty-year partnership between WEILER and Lebenshilfe Erlangen e. V., but also offers real benefits for the employees of the workshops that specialize in the area of metal processing.
The handover took place at the beginning of June in the presence of workshop manager Matthias Laue and managing director Kristian Gäbler. “This new machine will significantly improve the qualifications of people with disabilities and thus increase their chances on the job market,” emphasized Laue. A total of 250 people with various disabilities are currently employed in the Regnitz workshops, 14 of whom work in metalworking.
A valuable contribution to inclusion
Martin Gäbler and Matthias Laue agree: The new machine will further increase the already high quality of the components manufactured for WEILER lathes. In the workshops, employees work, for example, on wiring control panels and switch panels and on producing cable sets. “The identification with the WEILER product is high among our employees,” added group leader Aurelio Barcellona. “Both staff and employees are extremely happy about the donation.” This shows the close connection between Lebenshilfe and WEILER, which has existed for over 20 years and how a well-functioning partnership runs.
The Regnitz workshops are not only an important production location, but also an example of successful inclusion. More and more companies are recognizing the great importance of integrating people with disabilities into the world of work. The Federal Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs has published a practical guide that is intended to support companies in developing action plans for inclusion. Such strategies enable structured implementation and contribute to improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities bmas.de reported.
On course for success in the region
WEILER machine tools have made a name for themselves in the last few decades with over 160,000 machines sold. The products are used in a wide range of industries, including medical technology and aviation. The company employs around 550 people at its headquarters in northern Bavaria and also has a location in the Czech Republic. The brothers Alexander C. Eisler and Michael Eisler, who act as managing partners, underline the importance of the Regnitz workshops as an important partner. “The quality of the work is excellent and there are no complaints,” said the two, who were enthusiastic about the employees’ work during a tour of the workshop.
Today not only took place in the workshop, but also included a tour for interested guests from Emskirchen, who gained an insight into the processes and the exciting work of the employees. This makes it clear once again: Inclusion is a profitable business for everyone involved!