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History

170 years of progress and innovation

Kugler Bimetal SA of Geneva, established in 1854, is one of the oldest independent metal-working companies in Switzerland, specialized in casting and brass-founding.

Its activities have enabled it to acquire great expertise in the casting and machining of complex and sophisticated parts, which has led to the development of the Bimetal process.

TIMELINE

2020

Kugler Bimetal launches its new lead-free solution : Tokat 300.

2019

Decalia Capital is acquiring Kugler Bimetal SA

2015

Kugler Bimetal initiates an extensive LEAN program.

2014

New investments in "state of the art" equipment to modernize production.

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2013

Recertification EN 9100 & ISO 14001.

Kugler Bimetal is committed to sustainable climate protection.

2012

New Management; New Vision; New Investements

2010

 

Certification EN 9100.

2008

Kugler Bimetal anticipates evolution of regulation concerning Lead, and initiates extensive R&D program for an alternative solution.

2002

Kugler Bimetal achieves 80% of its annual turn-over in foreign markets, in particular in Western Europe, in the US & Asia.

1996

Complete separation of Bimetal Technology activities from water tap activities.

ISO 9001 certification.

1961

Inauguration of a new production facility entirely dedicated to the Bimetal Technology in Le Lignon, Geneva.

1955

The Bimetal Technology has first successes in foreign markets.

1950

Development of Bimetal–Technology.

1872

Start of industrial manufacturing.

1854

Set-up of a production facility for water taps.

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