The extra cyclones would have caused a visual impact on the area

Barry Evans, Chirk councillor

The company had wanted the cyclones as part of a warehouse extension but Kronospan's plans were turned down.

Kronospan chief executive Tony Hackney said he was "disappointed" about the outcome.

"The cyclones were to achieve the potential of the MDF processes at the plant.

"This will not lead to job losses, but it has stopped any growth in that sector of the business."

Wrexham councillors rejected the scheme, even though it had been recommended for approval by planning officers.

Chirk councillor Barry Evans is pleased the company has backed down.

"I am happy with the decision Kronospan has made.

Warehouse extension

"The extra cyclones would have caused a visual impact on the area."

Following Wrexham council's rejection of the plans, Kronospan appealed to the Welsh Assembly.

Mr Evans added: "After two days the inspector refused the warehouse extension.

"After that decision, they withdrew their planning application for the cyclones."

A senior Kronospan spokesman said the expansion would have created 12 jobs.

Production will no longer be increased so the extra posts will not be needed.

'Increased pollution'

The company already has four cyclones, the extra two would have increased the number of chimneys to six.

Campaigners initially voiced their concerns about the scheme.

Councillor Evans said: "We believe the cyclones would have increased pollution and the amount of traffic coming to the site.

"An extra 100 vehicles would be visiting the factory every day."

Kronospan has always denied the fears and claimed the cyclones would have reduced pollution and noise.