Toppi is a family name as well as a brand of no-nonsense entrepreneurship which started over 70 years ago. The privately owned Finnish company, located in Espoo, specializes in producing high-quality plastic hoses, tubes, profiles and cables for industrial and consumer needs. Family members stay dedicated to every aspect of Toppi operations, including plans for growth.
The Maillefer name is known to employees at the Toppi site, not only for the logo plate on the familiar machinery, but also for the common Finnish ties. Indeed, our Vantaa facility is only a half hour drive away. Recently, Toppi turned to Maillefer with their business development plans.
Change with demand
Toppi confirms the changing demand for extrusion products. Materials are evolving, and new applications are constantly entering the market. They claim a focus on high-quality, technical products, which do not compete in the low-cost production segment. Their strategy supports sustainable growth and long-term relationships.
In response, Toppi placed a recent order for a complete automotive pipe & hose extrusion line. It was during the factory acceptance runs that we asked Pasi and Simo Toppi to reveal a bit about what’s unique behind the Toppi name and the value of the Maillefer relationship.
More behind the name
Pasi Toppi, Managing Director, starts off, “We offer our customers a comprehensive service, from initial design to the finished product. Thanks to our modern in-house tool shop and extensive experience, our manufacturing process is seamless and efficient.
Our first contact with Maillefer dates back to the 1980s, when we purchased several (of their) extruders. The first complete production line under the Maillefer name was acquired in 1987. Today, we operate six Maillefer lines.
Each time we update our lines, we review the current offerings on the market. In pipe and cable production, we have consistently chosen the highest-quality options – and Maillefer has met that standard.”
Simo Toppi, Design Engineer, joins in, “We have been very satisfied with Maillefer’s machines and service. The cooperation has been smooth and professional – once again, Maillefer has been on-site assisting with the installation of the new line. They understand our needs and respond accordingly.”
On the starting blocks
At the time of this writing, the new line is fully commissioned and on the starting blocks. Tests for TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane) hose is first on the agenda. The results promise to further enhance Toppi’s production capabilities.
Simo expresses confidence, “With this new line, we can ensure that our product quality remains high and strengthen our position as a reliable and high-quality supplier. This investment supports our competitiveness in an increasingly demanding market environment.”
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Maillefer Commisioning Engineer, Mostapha, busy with line start-up
The first phase was especially critical for both Toppi and Maillefer. Teamwork helped ensure a timely start-up of the new line. Such partnerships are what make projects successful.
Simo talks about the collaboration, “Support during the this phase was especially valuable. We truly appreciated the team's expertise, flexibility, and commitment to our goals. Thanks to their hands-on assistance, the integration of the new line went efficiently and confidently. We look forward to continuing our partnership in future projects.”
Looking Ahead
Both Pasi and Simo underscore their need to understand customers and their ability to provide the most cost-effective and functional solutions. Pasi concludes, “Our strength lies in our flexibility – we serve companies of all sizes with equal dedication. Continuity, quality and delivery reliability are our top priorities. We look forward to the future and the positive impact the new line will have on our production.”
Andreas Joller
Sales Manager, Pipe Manufacturing Solutions
Topics: Medical tube, Extruder, automotive, pipe & tube, House of Experts, TPU, history, relationship