AWL now represented in Turkey

In recent years, AWL has delved into the possibilities of the Turkish market. In 2010 it made a serious step in the further expansion of this market. Since AWL has set itself the target of becoming the European partner in automated welding solutions, penetration of the Turkish market is a logical next step. There have already been successes in Russia and the first successes in Turkey are expected soon.

Turkey is seen as a dynamic and emerging market. It is strategically located in Central Asia, the Middle East and North Africa and thus provides opportunities for AWL to break through in these areas. As Turkey has a free (international) movement of capital and goods and has a modern infrastructure, it is an attractive market for AWL to further develop.

There is a clear trend within AWL’s customer base: customers increasingly choose to realize new production facilities in Turkey. For the servicing of those sites they need a local party. AWL has recently found three partners within Turkish borders, each of whom can offer support services in their own disciplines. AWL has made a strategic move and further strengthened the confidence of its existing relationships.

A particular trend seen in Turkey is the centralization of activities within the automotive industry. Many major OEMs and 1st tiers are located in Northwest Turkey and the region is fully focused on this industry. It is worthwhile for AWL to be present in this region and by associating with a carefully selected local service agency, there seems no hindrance to new success.

Besides the wishes of existing customers for AWL to have local representation in Turkey, this emerging market offers plenty of opportunities to expand the customer base. The requirements of quality and volume are increasing rapidly. This also applies to labour costs. There is therefore a strong need to move to automated welding solutions. Organizations are looking for a party that can realise technical know-how and production for companies so that they can gain a positive advantage over the competition. AWL has proven to be a solid and reliable partner when optimal welding solutions are required.

As stated, AWL has found local partners in Turkey that will provide support and service on projects realised by AWL. These partners are:

	REPKON Selahattin Pinar Sk. 4/3 34726 Kalamiş ISTANBUL, TURKEY T. 90 216 418 13 60 F. 90 216 348 32 77 E. repkon@repkon.com.tr I. www.repkon.com.tr	REPKON is a machine builder manufacturer, with a well-established reputation for outstanding performance. Recognized for its proprietary design and manufacturing know-how, REPKON has been selling sheet metal forming equipment to producers across the globe since 1978.
	Altesa Mühendislik Ltd. Şti. Otosansit Sanayi Sitesi 40.Blok No: 104-106 Yıldırım/BURSA, TURKEY T. 90 (224) 346 03 01 F. 90 (224) 342 40 29 E. altesa@altesa.com.tr I. www.altesa.com.tr	Altesa offers products and services to customers in the area of Robotic systems solutions, automation system solutions and custom machine manufacturing. Founded in 2006, Altesa’s skilled employees and R&D-orientated solutions create added value for their customers.
	Açımak Machinery Ltd. Co. Çalı Sanayi Bölgesi Karaali Mahallesi Geyveli Cadde Fatih Sokak No:6 Nilüfer BURSA, TURKEY T. 90 (224) 482 27 17 F. 90 (224) 482 20 85 E. acimak@acimak.com I. www.acimak.com	Açımak Machinery Ltd. Co. was established in 1988 and offers special machines and accessories for their customers' requirements. Over the past couple of years Açimak has become one of the leading companies in special machinery, designing and manufacturing in the range of thin metal tubes for radiator heating.