Polyvinylbutyral, or PVB, is a polymer that is synthesized from polyvinyl alcohol. PVB is mainly processed into transparent, adhesive films that are placed between the layers of laminated glass or safety glass in the windows of cars and buildings. PVB helps to absorb the energy of an impact on the glass as the fragments stick to the PVB layer.
Working for SEKISUI S-Lec
SEKISUI S-Lec B.V. was established in 1996. Because of all the experience we have gained over the years, we now lead the way in glass interlayer technology with excellent production facilities and expert technical teams. Those teams are very important to us. Because to lead the way, we rely on leading technology. And for that, we need future technology leaders. So that we can continue to face the challenges the future will bring us.
Enjoy future challenges
We need ever more people to continuously help us improve products and production processes. Our main driver is being able to face and enjoy the future’s challenges together with business partners. Our technical engineers often assist customers by finding solutions to increase their production line efficiency. Already over 200 employees in the Netherlands help us lead the way in the automotive and architectural industries. Would you like to help us develop the technology for that?
Jobs at SEKISUI
S-Lec
Employee story
Boudewijn Kock
In my job I have to handle a wide range of different tasks. Besides checking the vessels inside the factory and helping our logistics department, in our job we operate our production lines from the control room. Big monitors show whether the production process runs flawlessly or if there are any dysfunctions. In the Quality Control laboratory on the other hand I check and control samples for quality issues or production faults. The combination of these activities make my job perfect.
Employee story
Rob Reijnaerdts
I started working for Sekisui S-Lec B.V. many years ago as a standby employee for the production department, during my studentship. After my graduation a few years later, the company gave me the opportunity to work fulltime as a Quality Inspector. With my experience in production and the quality department, recently I was selected to join our Technical Service Department as an engineer. I like to combine the different aspects of this job: supporting our customers with our technical knowledge and our constant focus on innovation.
F.A.Q.
Our S-LEC™ PVB film is laminated between 2 layers of glass. The film is cut to size, pressed and then heated to create one panel of laminated safety glass. This process takes place at specialized glass makers, usually in an automated setup. Our Technical Service Engineers support on site for an optimal end result.
Our S-LEC™ interlayer PVB film is globally available through all glass manufacturers with the capacity to laminate glass.
Yes we do! In case you are interesed in an internship, please contact our HR department!
SEKISUI S-Lec B.V. consist out two plants in The Netherlands: In Geleen we produce raw materials that are used for manufacturing PVB interlayer film in Roermond. Other Sekisui companies are also located in the proximity of our Film plant in Roermond: Sekisui Alveo, Sekisui Eslon, Sekisui Jushi, and soon Sekisui Polymatech will join! We all are a part of the SEKISUI CHEMICAL Group. We operate in different markets with focus on our own products, while making use of the benefit of our global parent company with headquarters in Japan. Our European Sekisui headquarter is based in Dusseldorf, within an hour drive from Roermond.
Learning by doing
Continuous improvement is an important criteria for the success of our glass interlayer technology. The Sekisui philosophy of delivering Service, Speed and product Superiority (3S) are driven by many Kaizen improvement projects. It helps us to build smarter factories and improve product performance. Making SEKISUI S-Lec B.V. a front runner when it comes to creating a learning environment for you to work in.