Tradition for decades
Company history
We can look back on some important milestones in our company history, which now spans more than 70 years – and we are very proud of this! Get an overview of the most important events.
Company foundation
Franz X. Rieger founds the “Galvanic Institute” in a converted chicken coop in Heidenheim an der Brenz. Seven years later, the new building in the neighboring village of Steinheim is occupied. By the end of the 1970s, Rieger Metallveredlung had grown from a craft business to an industrial operation.
25 years
The 25th anniversary was celebrated.
Award ceremony
Franz X. Rieger receives the “Dr. Rudolf Ebert Prize” for innovative electroplating research
Pilot project
The ozone wastewater treatment plant is put into operation. This plant is a European pilot project.
Generation change & quality management system
A generational change is taking place. Franz X. Rieger hands over the management of the company to his son A. Franz Rieger. In the same year, the quality management system is introduced and certified in accordance with DIN EN ISO 9001.
50 years
The 50th anniversary was celebrated.
Environmental certification
The environmental management system is certified in accordance with DIN EN ISO 14001.
Testing and packaging system
The installation of the inspection and packaging system for steering boxes marks another milestone, as the inspection technology used there using lasers and cameras is unique in this field.
Change of name
Change of name from “Franz Rieger Metallveredlung e. K.” to “Rieger Metallveredlung GmbH & Co. KG” .