Chronicle
It is essential in a modern PVC-u window factory to view the complete production process in its entirety, from material delivery through to on-time delivery of windows. This method of production is not a utopian dream – it is a vision that has already been realised.
For Stürtz, the realisation of visions has always been a matter of priority. Would you like to be a part of this vision? Then contact us and get to know our team.
Your first step is to take a look at our past – and then take further steps!
| 1946 |
Founding of Willi Stürtz Maschinenbau GmbH in Neustadt/Wied-Rott, Germany; Special Machine manufacturer for different profiles |
| 1979 |
Development and production of machines for the production of PVC windows |
| 1981 |
First electronic corner cleaner - Entry into automation |
| 1989 |
Stürtz Welders and Cleaners enter the North American Markets |
| 1992 | Development of the first CIM structured, modular production line for manufacturing PVC windows |
| 1996 |
Certification of Stürtz GmbH on the basis of DIN EN ISO 9001 |
| 1997 |
Foundation of the subsidiary Stürtz Machinery Inc. in Solon, Ohio |
| 1998 |
Development of a cutting & machining center |
| 1999 |
Delivery of first FlexFab Automated Cutting and Machining Centers
and Pass-Through Welding and Cleaning Lines to North American Customers |
| 1999 |
Development of the production control software PRO OPT. Total production control becomes reality |
| 2001 |
Modular cutting and machining concept for all factory sizes, from a subsequent machining center to a saw center |
| 2003 |
Doubling of Stürtz Germany's shop floor size to 140,000 square feet |
| 2004 |
With its turn key systems, Stürtz provides a universal automation concept for any company size |
| 2005 |
Development of "Motion Control" and "Jet Control" application on all Corner Cleaners for maximum performance |
| 2007 |
Expansion of Stürtz Germany's shop floor to 178,000 square feet |
| 2007 | Stürtz wins the "Crystal Achievement Award 2007" for the Compact Sash Line |
| 2008 | Introduction of LinearPro family of Automated Cutting and Machining Centers |
| 2009 |
Development of an Automated Fabrication Center for North American PVC Door Products - the SMI-Linear Pro 3D-Fab |
| 2009 |
Move to a new facility in Twinsburg, OH with a larger manufacturing plant area of 21,000 square feet |
| 2009 |
The SMI-LinearPro Series of Cutting and Fabrication Centers is awarded the "2009 Crystal Achievement Award" for Most Innovative Machine in the Frame, Sash and Door Fabrication category |
