La planta más grande de Coca-Cola Femsa está en México
Coca-Cola FEMSA Plant Tour
Overview of the Toluca Plant
- The Coca-Cola FEMSA plant in Toluca is one of the largest within the system, particularly noted for its high production levels.
- This facility serves as a key production site for Coca-Cola FEMSA, with operations extending across Central America and parts of South America and Asia.
Production Capabilities
- The plant utilizes first-generation filling machines to process labeled bottles, ensuring efficient filling and capping.
- It specializes in non-returnable products, known as "wang wei," producing 305 million unit cases annually—comparable to total production from four Central American countries.
Technological Advancements
- The plant employs advanced technology, including German and Italian machinery, to enhance efficiency in bottle shaping, labeling, and filling processes.
- Continuous innovation is emphasized; new technologies are tested at this facility before being implemented globally.
Sustainability Practices
- The plant operates entirely on energy sourced from a wind farm in Oaxaca and treats all water used before returning it to its source.
- A commitment to sustainability is evident as the facility recycles 100% of waste generated, with an average of 27%-28% recycled resin used in production.
Final Stages of Production
- The penultimate stage involves semi-robotic palletizing machinery capable of handling 40,000 bottles per hour for personal sizes.