Mechanical engineering
in Switzerland

Santex Rimar AG

Tobel · Since 1992 · 101–500 empl.·4.7(27)

The core activity of Santex Rimar Group is the development, manufacturing and distribution of textile machinery for various applications, including: weaving machines for fabric production, machines for textile finishing, including machines for treating knitted and woven fabrics, machines for the production of technical textiles, including machines for coating, laminating, impregnating and prepreg, and machines for water treatment and drying, including industrial sludge dryers. The company also offers services such as after-sales service, maintenance and repair of machines.

Haslimann Aufzüge AG

Gunzwil · Since 2002 · 51–100 empl.·4.7(41)

Haslimann Aufzüge AG develops, manufactures and installs elevator systems, including standard, freight, car and goods lifts as well as custom-built special solutions. The company also modernizes and maintains elevators and provides related service and maintenance.

Biral AG

Münsingen · Since 1966 · 51–100 empl.·4.7(44)

Biral AG develops, manufactures and supplies pumps and complete pump stations for building and infrastructure applications. The product range covers wastewater, potable water, heating and HVAC pumps, controls and pump stations, and the company offers digital planning tools (e.g. PumpSelector, PumpStationManager) as well as service and support.

Huba Control AG

Würenlos · Since 1955 · 101–500 empl.·4.5(42)

The core activity of Huba Control is the development, manufacture and supply of innovative pressure and flow measurement technology products, particularly pressure switches, pressure sensors, pressure transmitters and flow sensors, for various industrial sectors such as industrial automation, gas heating, HVAC and washing machines.

Neue Protechnik AG

Neuenhof · Since 1991 · 11–20 empl.·4.8(52)

Neue Protechnik AG supplies products and services for compressed air, painting and extraction technology. Its range includes compressors, paint spraying equipment, spray booths and accessories, and it also provides servicing for painting systems.

FREI AQUASERVICE AG

Aesch Bl · Since 1994 · 21–50 empl.·4.5(74)

The company's core activity is water treatment, particularly the development, manufacture and distribution of water softeners, descaling systems, disinfection units and other water treatment solutions, as well as the related services such as maintenance, service and consulting.

Frei Fördertechnik AG

Rubigen · Since 1979 · 51–100 empl.·4.8(22)

Frei Fördertechnik AG is a general contractor specialising in conveyor technology, plant engineering and automation. It plans, manufactures and installs systems for building-material processing and recycling, industry, and food and non-food intralogistics, and provides consulting, maintenance and service.

Schaublin Machines SA

Bévilard · Since 2000 · 101–500 empl.·5.0(13)

The core activity of Schaublin Machines SA is the development and manufacture of high-precision machine tools, particularly in the field of mechanical processing of metals and other materials.

Birrer Hydraulik AG

Buttisholz · Since 2005 · 21–50 empl.·4.9(31)

Birrer Hydraulik AG provides hydraulic services, including the repair, manufacture and sale of hydraulic cylinders, seals and components. Its activities also include pump and valve overhauls, the manufacture of hydraulic power units, hose services and on-site service.

Triag International AG

Hünenberg · Since 2009 · 11–20 empl.·5.0(26)

The company swissMODULAR develops, manufactures and distributes modular clamping devices and clamping systems for mechanical production, particularly for the processing of workpieces in metalworking. The core activity includes the design and production of various clamping modules, centric clamping devices, blank modules, vacuum modules and magnetic modules, which can be combined to form complex clamping systems. These systems enable flexible and precise clamping of workpieces on machine tables and are used in various industries, including fixture construction, 5-axis milling machines and the processing of large and heavy workpieces.

Mettler-Toledo GmbH

Greifensee · Since 1997 · 101–500 empl.·4.6(41)

Mettler-Toledo GmbH develops and sells precision instruments and solutions for weighing, analytics, and process measurement. The company serves laboratories, industry, food production, retail, and logistics with products and related services.

Sulzer AG

Winterthur · Since 1914 · 101–500 empl.·4.8(27)

Sulzer AG develops solutions for fluid engineering and chemical processing. It supplies technologies for pumping, mixing, separating and purifying fluids, as well as products and services for industrial processes and infrastructure.

Swan Analytische Instrumente AG

Hinwil · Since 1974 · 21–50 empl.·4.8(24)

Swan Analytische Instrumente AG develops, manufactures and sells analytical instruments for continuous water quality monitoring. Its products include online analyzers and measuring equipment for drinking, process and industrial water, complemented by installation, maintenance and training services.

Striebig AG

Lucerne · Since 1977 · 11–20 empl.·4.9(43)

Striebig AG manufactures vertical panel saws and provides cutting-optimisation software, spare parts and service for woodworking and panel-processing applications.

Swan Wasseranalytik AG

Hinwil · Since 2009 · 21–50 empl.·4.8(24)

Swan Wasseranalytik AG designs and manufactures online analytical instruments for continuous water quality monitoring and provides services such as installation, maintenance and training. The product range includes analyzers, sensors and consumables for parameters like free chlorine, turbidity, pH/redox and silica; the company states its instruments are engineered, assembled and factory-calibrated in Switzerland and that it is ISO-certified.

ZURIGA AG

Zurich · Since 2015 · 11–20 empl.·4.8(98)

ZURIGA AG develops, manufactures and sells espresso machines, which are assembled by hand in its own workshop. The company also provides servicing and repairs for its machines.

Striega-Therm AG

Rothrist · Since 1982 · 21–50 empl.·4.8(30)

The core activity of Striega-Therm AG is the development, manufacture and distribution of heat pumps and air conditioning systems.

Rico Sicherheitstechnik AG

Herisau · Since 1988 · 21–50 empl.·4.8(20)

Franz Ziel GmbH develops, manufactures and implements plants for secure production environments in the pharmaceutical sector, particularly cleanroom technology and cleanroom systems such as isolators, and offers comprehensive services from a single source, from individual planning to commissioning and acceptance as well as subsequent support.

Gallus Group AG

St. Gallen · Since 1998 · 101–500 empl.·5.0(12)

Gallus Group AG develops, manufactures and distributes conventional and digital narrow-web roll printing presses for the label and packaging printing industry. Its portfolio also includes screen printing plates (Gallus Screeny), consumables and spare parts, decentralized service offerings and technical consulting, with products sold via the Heidelberg sales and service network.

Nyffenegger Armaturen AG

Zurich · Since 2008 · 21–50 empl.·4.6(42)

Nyffenegger Armaturen AG manufactures building, safety and shut-off fittings as well as the sudoFIT push-fit pipe connection system. It supplies plumbing installers and distributes fittings and installation products from other manufacturers, and also offers custom fabrication and refurbishment of existing fittings.

Alu Menziken Extrusion AG, mit Sitz in Reinach (AG)

Reinach Ag · Since 1905 · 101–500 empl.·4.5(48)

Alu Menziken Extrusion AG, mit Sitz in Reinach (AG) manufactures aluminium extrusions and complex assemblies for automotive, aerospace, rail, construction and industrial applications. Its services include engineering and further processing, such as CNC machining, surface treatment, bending, welding and assembly.

Lebo-Lentini AG

Männedorf · Since 2012 · 1–10 empl.·5.0(51)

Lebo-Lentini AG is a precision engineering and manufacturing company. It produces individual and series components and assemblies, offering CNC turning and milling, vibratory finishing, ultrasonic cleaning and assembly.

Schulthess Maschinen AG

Cham · Since 1988 · 101–500 empl.·4.6(69)

Schulthess Maschinen AG develops and manufactures washing machines, tumble dryers, and laundry equipment and systems for domestic, shared, commercial, and industrial use. Its services also include laundry planning, maintenance, and digital solutions such as payment systems and hygiene monitoring.

Climeworks AG

Glattpark (Opfikon) · Since 2009 · 101–500 empl.·4.5(38)

Climeworks AG develops and operates direct air capture technology to remove carbon dioxide directly from the air. It also designs and manages carbon removal portfolios combining engineered and nature-based approaches.

Evodrop AG

Spreitenbach · Since 2019 · 21–50 empl.·4.8(431)

The core activity of Evodrop AG is the development, manufacture and marketing of innovative water treatment systems, particularly descaling systems that operate without the use of salt, electricity or wastewater, offering a sustainable solution for water decalcification.

JUDO Wasseraufbereitung AG

Liestal · Since 2010 · 11–20 empl.·4.3(38)

JUDO Wasseraufbereitung AG is a manufacturer and supplier of technical water treatment and hygiene solutions. The company develops and sells products and systems such as protection filters, water softening and limescale-control units, dosing pumps, leakage-protection systems, reverse osmosis units and heating-protection equipment for residential, building-services and industrial applications, together with related service and documentation offerings.

Faulhaber SA

Castelrotto · Since 1962 · 101–500 empl.·4.9(9)

Faulhaber SA develops and supplies precision miniature and micro drive systems. Its product range includes DC, brushless, linear and stepper motors, as well as gearheads, encoders, linear components and drive electronics.

Wandfluh AG

Frutigen · Since 1967 · 101–500 empl.·5.0(9)

Wandfluh AG develops and manufactures hydraulic and electronic components and modular system solutions for demanding industrial applications. The product range includes control and proportional valves, compact mobile valves, control and power units and customer-specific systems; the company also provides production and automation services.

Enz Technik AG

Giswil · Since 1984 · 51–100 empl.·4.9(13)

Enz Technik AG manufactures water jetting nozzles and hydrodynamic and hydromechanical cleaning tools. Its products are used for pipe, sewer and industrial cleaning, including heat exchanger cleaning, and serve industries such as chemicals, oil and petrochemicals.

Lastech AG

Mellingen · Since 1989 · 21–50 empl.·4.9(28)

The company's core activity is the manufacture and assembly of metal components and assemblies, particularly through laser cutting, laser welding, bending, tube and profile bending, as well as finishing and material refinement. The company also offers services such as consulting, engineering and logistics, and serves various industries including metal construction, vehicle construction, mechanical engineering, medical technology, measurement technology, living, furniture, house and garden.

Regloplas AG

St. Gallen · Since 1992 · 11–20 empl.·4.7(31)

Regloplas AG develops and manufactures temperature control units and systems for industrial processes. Its products are used in applications including plastic injection moulding and die casting, and its range also includes chillers, multi-channel distribution systems and water treatment systems.

Leister Brands AG

Kägiswil · Since 2005 · 51–100 empl.·4.6(32)

Leister Brands AG develops and sells equipment and systems for plastic welding as well as industrial hot-air and infrared applications. Its portfolio includes hand tools, extruders, welding machines and accessories for use in industry and construction.

WM THERMOFORMING MACHINES SA

Stabio · Since 2000 · 1–10 empl.·4.7(36)

WM THERMOFORMING MACHINES SA designs and manufactures thermoforming machines and integrated production lines for packaging. Its range includes equipment for producing cups, trays, lids and medical packaging, as well as software and technical support.

Evatec AG

Trübbach · Since 2004 · 101–500 empl.·4.7(14)

Evatec develops and manufactures production equipment for industry, particularly for the fields of Advanced Packaging, Semiconductor, Optoelectronics and Nanotechnology. The company also provides customized engineering services for research and development facilities.

Brunner Spezialwerkstatt AG

Schwarzenbach Sg · Since 2009 · 21–50 empl.·4.9(40)

Brunner Spezialwerkstatt AG sells, repairs and rents agricultural machinery, small equipment and municipal machinery. It also makes its own products and provides machine-building and mechanical manufacturing services.

FISBA AG

St. Gallen · Since 1957 · 101–500 empl.·4.6(27)

The core activity of FISBA is the development, manufacture and distribution of optical components, systems and microsystems, particularly in the field of photonics and optics industry. This includes, among other things, laser system assemblies, imaging optics assemblies and loop and polishing solutions. The company offers its products and services in various markets, including Life Sciences, Aerospace and Defense as well as industrial applications.

Hugentobler schweizer Kochsysteme AG

Urtenen-Schönbühl · Since 1989 · 51–100 empl.·4.5(71)

The core activity of Hugentobler AG is the development, manufacture, training, distribution and service of modern commercial kitchen appliances and cooking systems, particularly for restaurants, hotels, community and hospital catering. This also includes the planning, consulting, installation and maintenance of commercial kitchens as well as the training of kitchen staff.

GIS AG

Schötz · Since 1957 · 101–500 empl.·5.0(14)

GIS AG develops and manufactures electric chain hoists, crane systems, overhead travelling cranes, slewing jib cranes and vacuum handling systems. Its services also include project planning, assembly, commissioning and maintenance.