From a single component to a complete product

Customers often ask us if we have the expertise or capability to manufacture a specific item. We find it difficult to say no, as our company is driven by a desire to find solutions. This commitment to finding solutions is reflected in our production operations, where we manufacture thousands of highly diverse parts for our customers every year—ranging from small batches of just a few units to massive production volumes. Our drive to solve customer challenges has shaped a production model where a single customer can receive not just a component, but a complete product—fully assembled and packaged.

Versatile production requires efficient manufacturing

Manufacturing thousands of different products and solving customer challenges requires continuous development on our part. We cannot afford to waste our own time or that of our customers. This has motivated us to invest in machinery and software that minimize setup times and significantly accelerate lead times.

Expertise requires professional skill and pride

State-of-the-art technology is of no use without skilled personnel. Our employees have the opportunity to learn new skills and participate in developing both our production processes and the manufacturing methods for our customers’ products. This requires genuine enthusiasm and an interest in the field. Our staff possesses extensive, diverse expertise in machining, while new recruits bring a genuine interest in the machinery and the work itself. Quality is created through everyday actions; manufacturing products that are dimensionally precise and meet specifications is the responsibility of every employee.

We are partners to designers

Manufacturing technologies are evolving rapidly. That is why we are always ready to collaborate with our customers to identify and implement the best possible manufacturing method. Many collaborative discussions have resulted in improved products or components that are easier to manufacture. Product development is particularly important when dealing with complex or demanding parts and components.

At the heart of the energy cluster – among specialized top-tier experts

Vaasa may be a small city, but the companies in the region are world-class players in the energy sector. A major cluster has emerged in the city and its surroundings, comprising companies that specialize in manufacturing technologies within their respective fields. These companies collaborate closely, with each focusing on its own core competencies. Each company invests in the latest technology and in-house expertise. The cluster enables top-quality manufacturing, as investments and the development of specialized expertise are shared among several different companies. The cluster also embodies green values; environmental impact can be reduced through factors such as decreased transportation and packaging needs. Kilkanen is part of the Leinolat Group, whose subsidiaries are also part of this network; in its manufacturing operations, Kilkanen utilizes specialized expertise from both within the Group and from external sources.