How does a 21-reactor nuclear power project sound — one where every fraction of a millimetre counts?
That’s exactly the kind of challenge Adiabatix and Veslatec are tackling together. Adiabatix is a specialist in insulation solutions, and its innovative RMI (Reflective Metallic Insulation) technology plays a key role in France’s massive nuclear power project. The insulation is built from ultra-thin metal layers — and mastering this demanding manufacturing technique is where Veslatec truly excels. That’s why Veslatec is Adiabatix’s trusted partner and top supplier.
From Vaasa to the World – Neighbours Turned Partners
When two companies from Vaasa join forces, the result can be much more than a standard subcontracting relationship. Adiabatix and Veslatec first crossed paths years ago in Strömberg Park — and as often happens, a reliable neighbour grew into a long-term partner and eventually, a key supplier.
Adiabatix CEO Jerker Kullberg recalls that the collaboration started with small projects and evolved alongside both companies:
“We’ve both grown over the years, and now that we’re entering a new growth phase, Veslatec is a crucial partner. They’ve got the muscle to move things forward.”
A shared history and the same local roots have built a level of trust that carries far — all the way to France.
RMI – Thin Metal, High Demands
RMI, or Reflective Metallic Insulation, isn’t your average insulation. It contains no fibres or minerals — the entire structure is made of metal. Multiple layers of metal, each just a fraction of a millimetre thick, are stacked together so that reflective surfaces and the air gaps between them keep heat under control. It sounds simple, but in practice it requires world-class precision, and that’s exactly what Veslatec delivers.
France’s nuclear power project is a prime example of an environment where there’s zero room for error. Every module is inspected, and every delivery must be spot on.
“The quality is excellent, and that’s precisely why Veslatec is our number-one supplier. In nuclear power projects, failure is not an option — if one link breaks, the whole chain is in trouble,” Kullberg emphasises.
This project is anything but ordinary: the five-year production schedule is locked down to the day, and deliveries must stay perfectly on track. In this game, flexibility and reliability aren’t extras — they’re the backbone of the entire project. And if a part happens to be missing, Veslatec’s production manager doesn’t wait for paperwork — they jump in the car and deliver it. Big projects stay on schedule only when everyone does their part flawlessly.
Steering Toward the Future – In the Same Boat
Adiabatix and Veslatec’s partnership is based on more than just contracts and emails. Weekly meetings and daily communication keep everything on course, and if something goes wrong, it’s handled the same day, not a week later.
The nuclear power project is demanding, but it has also shown the value of having a partner who can truly develop and innovate together.
“Veslatec’s strengths are professionalism, trust, continuous development, and competitiveness. Their close location is also a huge advantage — if the supplier were on the other side of Finland, it simply wouldn’t work,” Kullberg sums up.
The future looks bright: Adiabatix’s volumes are doubling, and Veslatec will continue to be a key part of that growth.
“We’re in the same boat, and that boat will take us far,” Kullberg says with a smile.
Every sailor understands the value of a reliable crew, particularly when navigating towards international nuclear power plants.
