History
Founded in 1980 in Plaffeien in the Canton of Fribourg, we have grown from the original three-man operation purely involved in manufacturing to become a diversified and international company with over 200 employees worldwide. Our product range has continuously evolved, just like the entire company. Our emphasis is on innovation, precision and high technology. Our product range has developed continuously, like the entire company. Whereas we mainly previously manufactured solid tungsten carbide rods for the tool industry, these days we offer our customers and partners tailored solutions for their individual needs, in addition to a comprehensive product range.
2024
Application center
Commissioning of a modern application centre to expand our expertise as an independent solution provider and partner for the machining industry.
2019
More space for special solutions
EXTRAMET enlarged the building of 1988 with an extension of 1700 m2. In addition to the expanded and modernised design, the new Technical Service & Research Centre and the entire building services are located there. In addition, a photovoltaic system with 70,000 kWh/y was put into operation.
2008
New building for administration and grinding
The fourth and largest ever expansion project since the company was founded in 1980 was inaugurated at EXTRAMET. The newly constructed building can accommodate all the logistics and administration as well the finishing processes (slitting and grinding).
The building services are a centrepiece of the new building: The closed circuits for all installations cooled by water or other coolants reflect our responsibility for the environment.
Thanks to an innovative heating and cooling concept, the waste heat of production is used to heat the entire building complex.
1996
New production building
Commissioning of an additional tungsten carbide production facility, equipped with advanced manufacturing equipment, meant that capacity was tripled.
1995
In-house grinding shop
Integration of a grinding shop into the business, in order to meet our customers' demand for ground rods and semi-finished products.
1988
First expansion
First expansion of our production facilities. With the acquisition of the Sinter-HIP plant, the largest of its time, an important step was taken towards continuing to meet the increasing demands of our customers.
1980
Foundation
EXTRAMET was founded by Otto Mihm in Plaffeien. Plaffeien is located in the picturesque Schwarzsee region. Outside cantonal and national borders, the area is known less as a typical industrial location than as a tourist resort. In the early years our products were mainly distributed through carefully selected trading companies