FMW Friedrich in Remshalden
Your Partner for Riveting Machines and Joining Technology
FMW Friedrich in Remshalden
A company combining tradition and innovation since 1948
Friedrich Maschinen- und Werkzeugbau GmbH, or FMW Friedrich for short, is a family-run company based in Remshalden near Stuttgart. Since its establishment in 1948, FMW has developed and manufactured high-quality riveting machines and assembly systems for the automotive, fittings and electrical industries.
With over 75 years of experience, FMW Friedrich is an established specialist in joining technology and stands for durable, economical and precise solutions for industrial production.
Pioneer of Radial Point Riveting Technology
FMW Friedrich played a key role in developing a riveting process that is still considered particularly efficient and economical today. Radial point riveting technology was patented in 1966 and remains a central component of many modern production processes.
This process enables high-precision, high-strength yet movable joints and is used successfully across a wide range of industries.
Modern production and the highest quality standards
Modern factory equipment and high-performance production facilities form the basis for FMW Friedrich’s high manufacturing quality. This is complemented by a strong team of engineers, technicians and skilled specialists with many years of experience and extensive expertise.
The company operates a certified quality management system in accordance with DIN ISO 9001:2015. This ensures that all products and solutions consistently meet the highest quality requirements.
Customized solutions and international expertise
FMW Friedrich offers not only high-quality machines but also customized complete solutions precisely tailored to the requirements of each application. From consultation and development through to implementation and service, customers receive everything from a single source.
Thanks to its technical innovation, high level of vertical integration and reliable service, FMW Friedrich is now an internationally valued partner for companies from a wide range of industries.
Milestones, Innovations and Over 75 Years of Experience in Riveting Technology
The historie of FMW Friedrich in Remshalden
Development of riveting units with preselectable force ranges for maximum flexibility.
New corporate design: revision of the company’s visual identity for a modern brand presence.
Third generation and new certification: management by the third generation and certification in accordance with DIN ISO 9001:2015.
First servo roll-forming machine delivered: introduction of a new generation of roll-forming machines featuring servo technology.
The 750th CNC riveting machine is delivered, continuing the company’s growth with increasing production figures.
Hand-held riveting machine presented: introduction of a mobile solution for flexible applications.
Development of the first five-axis CNC riveting machine for complex production processes.
Construction of a modern assembly hall and development and patenting of a safety riveting machine.
Development of the first CNC servo bushing machine.
Expansion of the portfolio to include new processes in the field of bushing technology
Introduction of a quality management system in accordance with DIN ISO 9001 to ensure consistently high standards.
Delivery of the 250th CNC riveting machine, confirming its market success through growing demand for CNC technology.
Expansion of the assembly hall to increase production capacity.
Continuation of the company by the second generation of the Friedrich family.
Development of the integrated measuring device (Patent No. 37 15 905) for quality assurance.
Development of the FMW Friedrich Nietcontrol. Introduction of the company’s own control technology for optimizing production processes.
Presentation of the world’s first CNC-controlled riveting machine for maximum precision.
Expansion of the portfolio to include roll-forming technology for additional applications.
Achievement of a significant production milestone with the delivery of the 2,000th riveting machine.
Development of the world’s first ETP 6 electric press (Patent No. 27 37 231), marking a milestone in industrial production.
Start of assembly machine production and expansion of the company’s range of capabilities.
Invention and patenting of FMW Friedrich radial point riveting technology (Patent No. 1 552 838), which remains an efficient riveting process to this day.
Takeover and further development of the company by Dorothea and Karl Friedrich as a family-run business.
Start of production of coin-operated machines and housings, expanding the company’s technical capabilities.
The success story begins: the company is founded in Remshalden under the name “Maschinen und Werkzeug GmbH,” marking the start of industrial production.
