2022
Increased stake in UBR in Italy!

With the signing of the contract in October 2022, the stake in the company UBR s.r.l. in Italy was increased to 40%.

2022
New automated laser marking cell!

As part of our Strategy 4.0 to optimize all processes, we have invested in an automated cell for marking our insertable tools.

2021
We are celebrating 75 years SCHWANOG

We are proud to have built up a globally acting, successful company with four production sites with a highly motivated team.

2018
Establishment of sales office in Sweden

With the establishment of the sales office in Sweden we are strengthening our sales activities in Europe.

2018
New production hall

Relocation of STAMA machines to the new, expanded production hall in VS-Obereschach, following the addition of a production extension of 400 m2area.

2018
Shareholding in the UBR s.r.l. company

The shareholding in UBR s.r.l. was sealed with the signing of the contract on September 26 in Gussago/Brescia.

2017
Schwanog USA with new location

Following the successful relocation to the new company building in Elgin, the growth trend in the USA is also set to continue.

2017
Start of production in China

Schwanog China has relocated to Kunshan, where it is starting its own production operations in modern, spacious premises.

2016
Schwanog France with new location

With the new company location in Marnaz, Haute-Savoie, we were able to realize several benefits simultaneously and position ourselves optimally for the future.

2016
Optimization of the set-up time of Stama machining centers

Optimization of set-up times for Stama machining centers with the latest simulation software and the associated goal of integrative manufacturing 4.0.

2014
Sincere condolences

In deep mourning we take leave of our founder Oscar Güntert.

2012
Expansion of capacity

Relocation and commissioning of the new logistics center and EDM plant with new robot production (cell management).

2010
A new era in robotics

By purchasing the first Haas grinding machine with robot for our headquarters in VS-Obereschach, we are continuing to invest in the future.

2010
Establishment of China sales office

In alignment with our philosophy of consistent customer focus and best-in-class service quality, we continue to invest in Schwanog's global presence with the establishment of the sales office in China.

2007
Establishment of sales office in Poland

With the establishment of the sales office in Poland, we are strengthening our sales activities in Europe.

2007
Start of production in France

With the start of production in France, we are continuing to drive our international expansion and are thus able to respond even faster to customer needs.

2006
New administration building in VS-Obereschach

The relocation to the modern new administration building at the headquarters in Obereschach simultaneously releases new capacity for the expansion of production operations.

2006
Establishment of sales office in the Czech Republic

With the establishment of the sales office in the Czech Republic, we are strengthening our sales activities in Europe.

2006
Schwanog USA with new location

The new home of Schwanog USA is located in Elgin, on the outskirts of Chicago, and brings together the previously separated areas of production and administration.

2005
Construction of the new administration building begins

With the construction of the new three-storey administration and technology center, we are creating optimal working conditions for the areas of development, construction, sales and administration.

2005
Production started in the USA

With the start of production in the USA, we are sending out a distinct signal that we have clear growth targets in the US market.

2003
Establishment of sales office in France

With the establishment of the sales office in France, we are strengthening our sales activities in Europe.

2000
First Haas grinding machine 5-axis CNC

With the purchase of the first Haas 5-axis CNC grinding machine, we continue to invest in the future of Schwanog GmbH

1999
Establishment of sales office in the USA

With the establishment of the sales office in the USA, we are further expanding our international activities.

1999
Purchase of the first STAMA machine

With the purchase of the first STAMA machine, we set a major landmark in the manufacture of tool holder.

1997
Focus on tool production

By focusing on the core competence of tool-changing systems, we are making a strategic, courageous and important decision for the future of Schwanog GmbH

1990
Clemens Güntert joins the company

Clemens Güntert joins SCHWANOG GmbH as group sales manager for carbide tools. Sale of the measuring technology product range to the Premega company

1987
Split into two companies

Continuation and reorganization of SCHWANOG GmbH with the product groups: Carbide tools, Measuring instruments and Mechanical engineering as well as the founding of Güntert Präzisionstechnik GmbH & Co, which focuses on the production of precision parts and assemblies.

1984
Entry into eroding technology

Deployment of the first Agie machine and thus entry into erosion technology and Start CAD.

1980
New administration building in VS-Obereschach

Acquisition of the production building in Obereschach. The 3 new product groups were merged here: Mechanical engineering, Measurement technology and Carbide tools.

1977
First PWP change-over system

With the development of the first PWP exchangeable insert system, a major milestone for the future of Schwanog GmbH has been laid.

1976
First profile grinding machine PeTeWe
1973
Start of tool grinding for profile tools
1969
Sincere condolences

In deep mourning we take leave of our founder Oscar Güntert.

1967
Launch of mechanical measuring equipment fair for the turned parts industry

With the start of the production of mechanical measuring instruments for the turned parts industry, there were now 3 new product groups: Mechanical engineering, Measuring technology, Carbide tools

1966
New administration building

Connection of the new administration building to the existing production plant. Previously, the administration and shipping department were housed in Oscar Güntert's private home.

1960
Relocation to the new building

Relocation of the production plant to the new building. In the mid-60s, production was switched to precision turned parts.

1954
Accession of Siegfried Güntert

Siegfried Güntert joins SCHWANOG Schwarzwälder Normteile GmbH (previously standard parts were only bought and sold)

1946
Founding of SCHWANOG Schwarzwälder Normteile GmbH

Founding of SCHWANOG Schwarzwälder Normteile GmbH by Oscar Güntert. In the early years, standard parts were manufactured according to DIN, later Black Forest Christmas tree ornaments, knitting needles, hairpins, curlers and lighter components were produced.