Project HEGI Foundry clearance
Machinery Resale, Industrial Dismantling, Machinery Relocation and Site Clearance in Oberburg, Switzerland
Following the bankruptcy of Giesserei Hegi AG in Oberburg, Switzerland, SSMI has been engaged by Bünder Metal GmbH to manage the resale of industrial machinery and the complete clearance of the former foundry.
In collaboration with Gerritsen Projects and other specialised divisions within the Gerritsen Group, SSMI will coordinate machinery resale, dismantling, transportation and site clearance.
The initial project preparations have been completed, laying the groundwork for the upcoming operational activities. The project aims to maximise asset recovery, facilitate machinery reuse and ensure an efficient and responsible clearance of the industrial premises.
Our Approach
The project covers the resale and removal of industrial machinery and equipment, followed by the complete clearance of the former foundry. SSMI will work closely with Gerritsen Projects and other specialised divisions within the Gerritsen Group, combining expertise in machinery resale, industrial dismantling, logistics and site clearance.
By bringing these capabilities together under centralised project management, SSMI provides the client with a single point of contact and a coordinated approach throughout the project. Where possible, machinery will be offered for reuse, extending its operational lifespan and reducing unnecessary waste. Remaining equipment and materials will be assessed for appropriate removal and recovery.
Giving Industrial Assets a Second Life
The Giesserei Hegi AG project demonstrates how SSMI and the Gerritsen Group combine commercial and technical expertise to deliver integrated industrial site clearance solutions.
By coordinating machinery resale, dismantling, transportation and site clearance, the project aims to recover maximum value from existing industrial assets while supporting a more circular approach to industrial decommissioning.
The ultimate goal is to deliver a fully cleared site, ready for its next purpose.
Could your surplus assets deliver more value?
The Giesserei Hegi AG project demonstrates how machinery resale, industrial dismantling and complete site clearance can be brought together to recover value from existing assets while preparing a facility for its next purpose.
If your organisation is facing a factory closure, production shutdown, capacity reduction or site clearance project, SSMI can manage the entire process, from machinery resale and dismantling to transportation and final site clearance.
Working alongside specialised divisions within the Gerritsen Group, including Gerritsen Projects, we provide a coordinated, end-to-end solution that maximises asset recovery, simplifies complex industrial transitions and supports circular and sustainable industrial practices.