Gummiwerk Kraiburg celebrates 75th anniversary

Kraiburg, Germany – Since its foundation in 1947, the company has become one of the leading manufacturers of rubber and silicone compounds.
This year mark a special milestone for the company that is worthy of celebration: 75 years of existence. 75 years full of experiences and memories. 75 years of successful company history.

Gummiwerk KRAIBURG opened for business in Kraiburg-Hart in 1947. Under most difficult conditions, dismantled machine parts buried under the rubble of the Second World War were transformed into rolling mills for manufacturing rubber compounds.

The company expanded into Switzerland with the opening of GEZOLAN AG in the 19760s. This growth paved the way for the later internationalization and diversification into other business areas, which are occupied by today’s divisions.

The 80s until the mid-90s were characterized by high investments in the existing plants, as well as developing and expanding into the different applications and markets. The increased participation in domestic and foreign trade fairs supported the company’s positive business growth. The increased numbers of employees – especially in the Waldkraiburg plant – made it necessary to build a new plant, which was opened ceremonially in October 1989.

As a result of the various selected focus points, the Gummiwerk further expanded its production options and invested in new machines. After the global financial crisis at the end of the 2000s, the company recovered and 2014 was registered in the books as the year with the highest turnover so far. As well as a vast number of investments, increased focus was placed on sustainable improvements to the company’s energy efficiency through a systematic energy management plan. In 2013, certification according to DIN EN ISO 50001 was obtained.