German quality around the globe
The progress of the steel industry in the past 325 years has influenced life, economy and culture more than ever. The Zapp family has been rooted in these developments since 1701 and has always shown particular interest in novelties. "On the basis of tradition, to pursue the new", wrote Engelbert Zapp Sr. in 1730. This joy in new developments has developed into an essential part of the company's philosophy.
Statement by the Management Board
325 eventful years – always one spark ahead!
»The Zapp Group is celebrating its 325th anniversary this year. This is a remarkable achievement when you look at the landscape of the oldest companies in Germany and realize that you are one of them.
These 325 years have been shaped above all by many courageous, visionary, and extraordinary people. And people continue to shape our daily activities today. Every single one of them contributes to our continued success in the market with their work every day. Reason enough to look back with pride on this history, on the company, on our diverse products, and on a company that always focuses on people as well as materials and their further development.
The last 25 years in particular have passed even more rapidly in our globalized and increasingly networked world. The ever-accelerating pace of technological development means that we can expect even greater speed in the future. We are prepared for this and are at your side with our long-standing and in-depth expertise when it comes to implementing complex material requirements. A 40-strong R&D team is here to support you.
By combining almost all semi-finished product forms related to metals, we can deliver high-performance materials and powder metallurgical tool steel worldwide via our service centers, as well as offering customer-specific materials made from titanium, nickel and cobalt-based alloys, and stainless steels.
Continue this long history with us — as a sparring partner on equal terms, as an employee, or as a job seeker — always one spark ahead!«DR. STEFAN SENG, CEO Zapp Group
DANIELA SCHEIDSTEGER, Chief Financial Officer