New management at RAL Gütegemeinschaft Kunststoff-Fensterprofilsysteme e. V

With his broad expertise in the logistics, e-commerce, automation, packaging, and IT sectors, Frye brings extensive experience to the table, including in the circular economy and the development of sustainable business models.

Christian Fischer (Schüco Polymer Technologies KG), Chairman of the Board of Directors, welcomes the new Managing Director: "Your appointment marks the beginning of a new chapter for GKFP. I wish you the calmness you need to make clear decisions. May your work further strengthen the community and pave the way for a sustainable profile industry."

In his previous professional positions, Frye was particularly responsible for opening up new business areas, developing innovative product strategies and optimizing operational processes. In addition, he attached great importance to establishing and managing collaborations with partners from industry, trade, technology and politics.

"I am very much looking forward to working with the dedicated team at RAL Guetegemeinschaft. In my new role, I will be particularly focused on driving forward digitalisation in order to further optimise processes in the industry and strengthen cooperation between our members. Promoting the circular economy is also a key concern for me. Sustainable business models are the key to making the PVC profile industry fit for the future and making a positive contribution to reducing resource consumption and CO₂ emissions.," says Stefan Frye about his new role.

The RAL Guetegemeinschaft Kunststoff-Fensterprofilsysteme e. V. (Quality Association for PVC Window Profile Systems), founded in 1979 by EPPA Deutschland e. V. (formerly Qualitätsverband Kunststofferzeugnisse e. V. (Quality Association PVC Products)) and registered as a legally independent association since 2009, stands for quality and excellence in PVC window profile systems. It awards the RAL quality mark to member companies whose products meet the requirements of the RAL-GZ 716 quality and testing regulations. Its members include system houses, manufacturers of seals, raw materials, films, adhesive systems, machines, laminating companies, and other partners in the value chain.