At the heart of a successful and long-term collaboration are mutual trust, clear expectations, and quick response times. The partnership between SOL and Metaprint is an excellent example of this – since 2013, SOL has been providing cleaning services at Metaprint’s factory in Pärnu, one of Europe’s leading aerosol packaging manufacturers.Veiksmīgas un ilgtermiņa sadarbības pamatā ir savstarpēja uzticēšanās, skaidras vēlmes un ātra reaģēšana. SOL un Metaprint partnerība ir lielisks piemērs — jau kopš 2013. gada SOL sniedz uzkopšanas pakalpojumus Metaprint rūpnīcā Pērnavā, kas ir viens no vadošajiem aerosola iepakojuma ražotājiem Eiropā.
Margus Alttoa, Metaprint Factory Manager: “For us, it is important to offer our clients a high-quality product, the production of which requires a controlled and cleanliness-sensitive environment. We do not compete with the pharmaceutical industry, but we aim to provide the cleanest and most bacteria-free production area possible – this is precisely what is required for our food packaging production.”
SOL provides Metaprint with indoor cleaning, outdoor area maintenance, and special cleaning services. In addition to daily work, SOL regularly carries out more thorough tasks – such as cleaning cable trays and lighting fixtures – which help prevent dust from entering the packaging. This is especially important in food packaging production, where any contamination can result in quality issues.
“The professionalism of SOL’s team is most evident through Pärnu site manager Aiva,” notes Alttoa. “If we have special requests or unexpected needs – for example, before guests arrive – the response is quick. Aiva is the person who always finds a solution, whether it’s for a difficult-to-clean floor surface or selecting the right chemical.”
The collaboration now covers more than 5,000 m² of cleaning space, including 1,500 m² of production areas and around 400 m² of office space. Although production runs in multiple shifts, Metaprint and SOL have managed to optimize cleaning so that it is carried out five days a week, with other cleaning tasks divided between SOL and the company’s own team.
Alttoa emphasizes: “It’s important to find a balance – where we need more frequent cleaning and where less frequent cleaning is enough. SOL helped us determine the right frequencies and adjusts them when needed. Work flows smoothly when both parties put in the effort at the start, making it possible to maintain stable quality for years.”
Innovation also plays an important role in the partnership. SOL’s services have evolved over time – the selection of cleaning machines has improved, and new solutions for hard-to-reach areas have been tested. Recommendations are also made regarding cleaning agents, tailored to specific surfaces and desired results.
“We value a partner who not only fulfills agreements but also proactively comes up with solutions. For example, if a surface does not look visually perfect, SOL offers alternatives and fixes. Our goal is not just cleanliness but also visual quality and reliability – because a dust-free environment also reduces spare parts costs,” explains Alttoa.
Audits at Metaprint are strict – including compliance with the FSSC 22000 food safety standard. “SOL stands by us in every external audit – from the cleanliness of cleaning equipment and chemical documentation to compliance with safety requirements. There is no room for compromise here.”
When asked what makes SOL the right cooperation partner, Margus Alttoa highlights two key factors: keeping promises and reacting quickly. “These are exactly the simple and practical values that create a strong partnership. And if all site managers are as good as Aiva, then I recommend SOL to other companies without hesitation.”
At SOL, we are proud of our long-standing cooperation with Metaprint and value the trust placed in us. Together, we create an environment where cleanliness supports production precision, reliability, and satisfied customers across Europe.