Leading edge in technology right from the start

Much of today's technology in seals and vibration control has its origin in Weinheim, Germany. From the tannery to the technology group: the success story of the Freudenberg Group, which spans more than 150 years, is shaped by the constant development of new products and technology. Some of the most significant innovations have changed the technical possibilities of entire markets.

The rise to become an important supplier of the automobile and general industry began in 1929, with the production of the first seals made of leather, and a few years later with the introduction of the legendary shaft seal. As early as the 1950s, using new materials such as elastomer and non-wowen materials enabled forwardlooking applications. And current developments in areas such as mechatronics, sensor technology and fuel cell technology among others, provide the solutions for tomorrow’s needs today. Today, billions of our seals reliably serve their purpose every day in plants, machinery and vehicles around the world. The company’s development expertise, leading materials technology and innovative strength which we have built up over the decades form a unique foundation for the highest product performance in our industry. Furthermore, the Group’s technological and global infrastructure and sound financial situation guarantee a secure business relationship. The Freudenberg Group knows that to be able to concentrate fully on its customers’ needs, it is essential to maintain the continuity and philosophy of a family-run business.

Freudenberg and NOK Group – number 1 in the world markets

Being where the customer is: back in 1960, as a reaction to the increasing internationalisation of the markets, the Freudenberg Group took a share in the Japanese company NOK. A close strategic alliance developed, which offers customers in all international industrial markets an efficient infrastructure in research, production, sales and supply chain management. With over 50,000 employees in 60 countries, the two partner companies Freudenberg and NOK currently have a combined turnover of around EUR 9 billion. This global partnership not only enables Freudenberg and NOK to set uniform high international quality standards but also provides the necessary market know-how to align the entire range of services very efficiently to the requirements of the respective local markets. Therefore, wherever your production is based, you will obtain a solution tailored precisely to your markets. This is what Simrit stands for in the worldwide alliance of Freudenberg and NOK – your specialist for industrial applications requiring seals and vibration control.

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