The story of Graepel is a narrative of metal and motion, a journey that began in 1889 in Budapest. It started with Hugo Graepel, who first began manufacturing perforated metal sheets. While locations and generations would change, the core obsession—transforming flat metal into functional, permeable structures—remained the same.

    At the very heart of their identity is a family legacy of invention. In 1909, Claudius Graepel established the factory in Hanover, producing the first "Graepel sieve," a product that laid the groundwork for their future success. The spirit of innovation accelerated in 1923 when Friedrich Graepel joined the company. A prolific inventor, he applied for the rights to over 70 inventions and patents, ensuring that Graepel was not just manufacturing standard sheets but engineering new solutions for industry.

    This is a story of expansion and strategic acquisition. As the company moved through the 20th century, led by subsequent generations like Friedrich Claudius Graepel, it grew beyond its German borders. A significant milestone occurred in 1991, when Graepel acquired "Stahltechnik und Verzinkung" (STUV) in Seehausen, integrating deep expertise in galvanization and steel technology. This move solidified their ability to offer finished, durable products rather than just raw components.

    This is a story of global ambition. The new millennium saw Graepel crossing oceans. In 2006, Graepel North America Inc. was founded in Omaha, Nebraska, establishing a foothold in the US market. This was followed by the founding of Graepel Perforations India in 2017, marking their entry into the Asian market with a facility in Chandigarh.

    Today, the story of Graepel is one of a structured powerhouse. In 2015, celebrating its 125th anniversary, the company restructured into a holding company with equal subsidiaries: Graepel Loeningen, Graepel Seehausen, Graepel Oberflächentechnik, and Graepel North America. It is a promise that whether you need surface technology, galvanization, or precision perforated metal, you are dealing with a company that has been refining its craft for over a century and a quarter.

 

Year Founded: 1889

Main Products: Metal gratings, Ladder rungs, Steps and stairsteps, Access steps and ladders, Movable Ramps, Catwalks and Platforms, Frame and Structural Parts

Brand: Graepel North America Inc.

Country of Origin: USA

Facebook Account: https://www.facebook.com/GraepelNorthAmericaInc

Website: http://www.graepel-na.com/

Address: 13220 Lynam Dr, Omaha, NE 68138, United States

Contact No.: +14028611817

Email: office@graepel-na.com