From Pike to world class

Company

Since our foundation in 1961, we have developed from a small plastics processor into a leading specialist for technical plastics solutions. Through innovation, expansion and state-of-the-art technologies, we have constantly opened up new markets and expanded our range of services.

From Pike to world class

Company

Since our foundation in 1961, we have developed from a small plastics processor into a leading specialist for technical plastics solutions. Through innovation, expansion and state-of-the-art technologies, we have constantly opened up new markets and expanded our range of services.

Formtechnik

Company history

Company history

Foundation and first developments

  • Company foundation and construction of the company building

  • Processing of Duroplast for household goods

  • Development of the RASTI clamping block system

1961-1966

Transition to thermoplastic processing

  • Entry into the production of household goods made from thermoplastics

  • Further development of own plastic component system RASTI with motors and gearboxes

  • Distribution of Rasti in Germany and co-operation for distribution in Argentina

1974-1979

Structured expansion of quality assurance

  • Expansion of production capacities through numerous construction measures

  • Development of a structured quality assurance system with the first coordinate measuring machine

  • Investment in an in-house test laboratory

  • Introduction of a computerised EDP management system

  • Expansion of the customer base in thermoplastic processing for the automotive industry

  • Direct supplier for Mercedes-Benz

  • Expansion of co-operation with BOSCH in the areas of lighting technology, ABS systems and thermotechnology

  • Start of co-operation with MARKER in the field of ski bindings

1980-1987

Expansion through market liberalisation

The company's floor space almost doubles again from the 1990s, now to a full 7300 m². The fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989 opened up new markets in Eastern Europe. This led to a strong specialisation and an expansion of our production capacities:

  • Introduction of fully automatic removal and insertion technology

  • Expansion of design, toolmaking and fixture construction

  • Expansion of assembly and printing with 3-colour printing

  • Introduction of a quality management system in accordance with DIN ISO 9001

  • Construction of a large production hall with centralised material supply and drying

  • Regional pioneering role in energy recovery with the ONI system

  • Start of production of housings for electric window regulators

  • First awards under the new management of Mr W. Lutz

1990-1994

Technological development and expansion

The company's floor space grows to 8300m². Further company premises in Reichartshausen are utilised.

  • Investment in all-electric machines, 6-axis robots, hybrid machines, logistics extension and material handling systems

  • Expansion of toolmaking with new processing machines (wire eroding, die sinking)

  • Expansion of the company management systems in accordance with QM standards (DIN EN ISO 9001, ISO/TS 16949) and environmental standards (DIN EN ISO 14001)

  • Implementation of customised logistics concepts

  • Development of a supplier structure for tool procurement from China

  • Development and supply of housings for electric window regulators and seat adjusters to plants worldwide

  • Entry into the electronic parking brake for Küster

  • Expansion of quick couplings for vehicle cooling and air ducts for turbochargers for Hutchinson

2001-2010

Innovation and digitalisation

In 2011, we celebrated 50 years of FORMTECHNIK.

In the years that followed, we were certified in accordance with ISO 50001 and invested in two 700-tonne machines.

In 2016, we replaced our old, DOS-based operating system with the modern ERP system WINCARAT from Sage and simultaneously switched to scanner technology.

In 2017, we were honoured with the BOSCH Supplier Award for the 9th time for our outstanding performance as a preferred supplier. We also received IATF 16949 certification

In recent years, we have increasingly invested in fully automated packaging solutions and tapped into a rapidly growing market with our products in the e-bike sector.

2022 Investment in a computer tomograph from Zeiss

2011-2023

Computed tomography now also available as a service

We have been offering industrial computed tomography (CT) as a service since 2024.

2024

FORMTECHNIK through the ages