HISTORICAL MILESTONES. FROM 1835 TO TODAY.
The future has been our goal for more than 180 years, and we never lose sight of it. We achieve this fundamental intention through innovation, professionalism, and qualified employees who work every day to achieve it. Today, as in the past, we are working on new solutions because a pioneering spirit and innovative thinking have been a hallmark of the company since its inception. Our rich history begins in 1835 with a big idea and budding enthusiasm for the textile industry.We want to invite you on a journey through Heberlein’s history. Discover the key milestones from our origins to today.
2023
Heberlein Technology AG
2016
Heberlein Technology AG
2013
Founding of the new Saurer
2011
Launch of the Heberlein® TexJet-ATY air texturing jet
2010
60-year anniversary of the Heberlein machine factory
2010
Certification according to ISO 13485
2007
OC Oerlikon acquires the Saurer Group
2005
Gurit-Heberlein sells Heberlein yarn technology to Saurer
2005
Establishment of the Heberlein ceramics departments
2004
Acquisition of Electrotex AG, Oberurnen, Switzerland
2003
Acquisition of Wetzel Spinnerets AG, Gröbzig, Germany
2000
Acquisition of Enka Tecnica GmbH, Heinsberg, Germany
1997
Heberlein Maschinenfabrik AG renamed Heberlein Fiber Technology Inc.
1995
Certification according to ISO 9001
1991
Introduction of ceramic hard machining
1982
Launch of the Heberlein® HemaJet-LB-02 air texturing jet
1978
All developments in textile machinery construction are discontinued in favour of a new focus on components
1954
Setup of Heberlein machine factory for the production of false twist texturing machines
1951
Start of Helanca® yarn manufacture from fully synthetic filament yarn (nylon)
1950
Founding of Heberlein machine factory
1936
Launch of Helanca® viscous artificial silk production
1835
