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Pfisterer Relocates Production After Fire

Pfisterer moves production to Czech Republic after factory fire, impacting 90 jobs in Germany.

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PfistererLapp InsulatorsCsu

Nicolas Lahovnik

Will Pfisterer completely leave its Wunsiedel location?: Pfisterer's sales, technical, and administrative departments will remain in Wunsiedel, employing around 20 people. The company will discuss severance packages and social plans with affected employees.
How many Pfisterer employees are affected by this relocation?: Approximately 90 Pfisterer employees from production and related areas will be affected by the relocation. The company plans to create additional jobs in Kadaň.
How did the fire affect Lapp Insulators, and what is their plan?: Lapp Insulators, which owns the site where the fire occurred, plans to remain in Wunsiedel despite the damage. The fire also impacted Lapp Insulators but they are not relocating.
What support is the city of Wunsiedel offering to the affected workers?: The city of Wunsiedel has established a job board to assist displaced workers. Mayor Nicolas Lahovnik expressed concern for those unable to work at the Czech facility.
What is the main reason behind Pfisterer's decision to move its production to the Czech Republic?: Pfisterer, a cable manufacturer, is permanently relocating its silicone insulator production from Wunsiedel, Germany, to Kadaň, Czech Republic, after a devastating fire at its German facility.

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