Puncak Alam: Eco World Development Group Berhad (EcoWorld) welcomed SKB Shutters Corporation Berhad (SKB Shutters) to its largest green industrial park, the RM2.85 billion Eco Business Park V (EBP V), following a signing ceremony held today.

The ceremony was attended by SKB Shutters Chairman, Mr Danny Sin and SKB Shutters Managing Director, Ms Michelle Sin as well EcoWorld Deputy President and Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Dato’ Seri Sundarajoo Somu, and EcoWorld Divisional General Manager, Ms Ho Kwee Hong.

Established in 1957, SKB Shutters, a renowned manufacturer and supplier of roller shutters, steel doors and storage rack systems in Malaysia, acquired 9.81 acres of industrial land at EBP V for a new manufacturing facility with a purchase consideration of RM36 million.

Managing Director of SKB Shutters, Michelle Sin said the company chose to expand its business in EBP V for its progressive infrastructure and excellent portfolio of clients. “We are proud to position our manufacturing plant among other high-calibre establishments. With the cutting-edge facilities, extensive connectivity to major business ports, and superior security, we are confident of the boundless possibilities that EBP V can offer,” she said.

EcoWorld Deputy President and Deputy CEO, Dato’ Seri Sundarajoo Somu said that the developer was pleased to welcome SKB Shutters to EBP V. “SKB Shutters’ decision to establish their business here will certainly contribute towards our efforts to make EBP V as one of the best industrial parks in the country and a key job centre offering quality employment opportunities for the people of Selangor.”

With the new plant, SKB Shutters is forging ahead with its plans to deploy fully automated fabrication lines, smart optimisation of energy and productivity monitoring and processes, and the launch of Fail-Safe Flood Gate production.

At EBP V, SKB Shutters aims to create an engaging workplace with emphasis on designing and promoting modules that encourage employee productivity as well as uplifting and healthy working environment. It also continues to ensure that its new plant prioritises green building operations including adapting rainwater harvesting and solar energy that is expected of its large roof coverage.

Additionally, manufacturing and operation processes are focused on reducing waste and scraps with efficient production engineering and a dedicated waste water treatment component incorporated in this upcoming plant at EBP V.