The SKZ Horb branch has named ELIQUO KGSTULZ GmbH a “Premium Education Partner 2025”
The SKZ branch in Horb am Neckar has retroactively named ELIQUO KGSTULZ GmbH a “Premium Education Partner” for the first time, effective for the year 2025. With this honor, the SKZ Plastics Center recognizes the company’s long-standing commitment to the ongoing professional development of its employees.
Jürgen Kern (left, SKZ) presents the “Premium Education Partner 2025” award to Ruben Friedrich (ELIQUO). (Photo: Miriam Selb, ELIQUO)
A Strong Partner in Water and Wastewater Technology
ELIQUO KGSTULZ GmbH is one of Germany’s leading plant engineering companies in the field of water and wastewater technology. Headquartered in Grafenhausen in the Black Forest, the company employs over 350 people across eleven locations and makes a significant contribution to environmental protection through its solutions for water treatment and purification.
The Importance of Continuous Training
“Our collaboration with ELIQUO KGSTULZ has been characterized by trust and reliability for many years. It demonstrates the high priority the company places on continuous professional development,” explains Jürgen Kern, branch office manager of the SKZ in Horb am Neckar. “Ensuring the highest quality standards depends significantly on employees having sound and up-to-date qualifications.”
Close Cooperation in Practice
ELIQUO KGSTULZ has been working closely with the SKZ for many years, particularly in the areas of plastic welding and bonding. As part of this cooperation, numerous employees have received comprehensive training and further qualification.
Continuing Education as a Strategic Success Factor
“The ‘Premium Partner in Education’ award underscores the importance of continuous professional development for our company. It is a key success factor in the targeted advancement of our technical expertise in plastics and in ensuring the long-term quality of our solutions in water and wastewater technology,” says Ruben Friedrich, Head of Production and Warehousing at ELIQUO KGSTULZ GmbH.
About the “Premium Partner” Award
Since 2020, the SKZ has awarded the “Premium Partner” distinction to companies that, in cooperation with the institute, particularly promote the further development of the plastics industry. Originally, the focus was on the field of education; since 2024, partners from the field of research have also been honored.
