B-Side Factory, a small vinyl record pressing plant located near Montaigu, France, is thriving in the resurgence of vinyl records. Founded in 2021, the company presses small runs (100-3,000) with an output of 600-800 records daily. Their success is attributed to several factors:
B-Side Factory is also committed to environmental sustainability. They offer bio-vinyls made from recycled cooking oil, although the higher cost currently limits adoption. They plan to invest in a grinder to recycle PVC material waste from production.
With a current turnover of €650,000 and three employees, B-Side Factory anticipates further growth and hiring in 2025. The company's confidence is rooted in the enduring appeal of vinyl records to younger generations, even as a decorative item or means of supporting artists.