Metal Industry in
La Chaux-De-Fonds

Ruegg S.A. La Chaux-de-Fonds

Since 1980 · 1–10 empl.

Ruegg S.A. La Chaux-de-Fonds manufactures and reproduces clocks and clock-related promotional and decorative objects in a range of sizes. Offerings include interior and exterior clocks, table clocks, plaques and lettering, with custom/private‑label production as well as installation, overhaul and after‑sales service.

Mat-Cut S.A.

Since 1990 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of Mat-Cut SA is hyperbaric water jet cutting, i.e. precision cutting using high-pressure water jets, in various materials such as metal, glass, synthetic materials, and paper. The company offers the following services in particular: pure water jet cutting, abrasive water jet cutting, micro-cutting, and control methods. The company is thus specialized in the precision processing of materials using water jet cutting.

NOVASORT SA

Since 1996 · 51–100 empl.

The core activity of Novasort is the precision machining and manufacturing of metal parts, particularly through: precision stamping, precision turning and milling, wire erosion, laser processing (laser cutting, ablation, etching), and bending and blanking. The company primarily supplies the watch industry, but also serves other sectors such as medical, dental, electronics, automotive and aerospace.

MONNOT SWISS SA

Since 2011 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of Marcel Monnot - Monnot Swiss is the surface treatment of small and large series of parts through various processes such as tribofinishing, sanding and polishing. The materials processed include metals such as steel, brass, maillechort, precious metals like gold, silver and palladium, as well as very hard materials like chrome-cobalt, zirconium and onyx, and plastics like ABS and PEEK.

BWB - Ampho S.A.

Since 2007 · 1–10 empl.·4.7(3)

BWB - Ampho S.A. is part of the BWB surface-technology group and provides electrolytic, chemical and electroplated surface treatments, including anodizing and galvanic coatings. It supplies tailored technical coatings for industry, aerospace, medical technology, architecture and design, and offers complementary services such as CNC machining and assembly.

Apimec S.A.

Since 1985 · 11–20 empl.·4.5(2)

The core activity of APIMEC S.A. consists of the mechanical manufacturing and processing of precision parts through various processes such as 5-axis wire erosion, CNC milling, CNC turning and grinding. The company positions itself as a partner for mechanical corporate services and offers its services as a subcontractor.

Buri S.A.

Since 1986 · 1–10 empl.·5.0(4)

The core activity of BURI S.A. is precision mechanics. More specifically, this includes: machining of all materials, prototyping, series production, subcontracted machining, and the manufacture of small tools, such as milling heads and hard metal drills.

Stivac S.A.

Since 1991 · 1–10 empl.·4.8(4)

The core activity of Stivac encompasses three main areas: 1. **Vacuum Technology**: The company develops and implements vacuum systems for various applications. 2. **Industrial Construction**: Stivac offers services in the field of industrial construction, including planning, development, and implementation of projects. 3. **Sheet Metal Work and Locksmithing**: The company manufactures sheet metal parts and provides locksmithing services, including the production of unique or serial parts from various materials. These three areas are the core activities of Stivac.

Preci-Carbure S.A.

Since 1985 · 1–10 empl.·5.0(1)

The core activity of Préci-Carbure SA is the development and manufacture of specialized tools made of tungsten carbide, in particular milling cutters and other precision tools for metal processing.

Pro Plating S.A.

Since 1982 · 1–10 empl.·4.0(1)

The core activity of Pro Plating SA is the execution of surface treatments for high-quality watch and jewelry components. This includes, in particular: Dérhodiage (removal of rhodium layers), Placage (surface enhancement through metal coating), Rhodiage (surface enhancement through rhodium coating), Dessertissage (removal of precious stones from watch and jewelry components), Polishing and Avivage (surface enhancement through polishing and smoothing), Black WE (surface enhancement through a special coating), and DPR (Dérhodiage, Polissage-Avivage, Rhodiage) for after-sales service. All these processes are RoHS and REACH compliant, meaning they meet the requirements for environmental compatibility and chemical safety.

Galvatech Electrolytique Sàrl

Since 2022 · 1–10 empl.·5.0(2)

The core activity of Galva-Tech Electrolytique is the application of chemical processes for surface treatment of metal parts for various industries, including watchmaking, medical technology, mechanics, mechanical engineering and aerospace.

GA&MA SPEED GALVANOPLASTIE SA

Since 2023 · 1–10 empl.·5.0(1)

GA&MA SPEED GALVANOPLASTIE SA provides electroplating surface treatments including gold, nickel and rhodium plating, passivation and mechanical surface treatments. The company offers tailored services — including an express "Speed" service and an "osmose" service — for clients in watchmaking, leather goods, jewellery and private customers.