Rising to the top through Know-how and passion
Within just a few years, the GRIWE-Group evolved from a manufacturer of solid stamp-, extraction- and press parts to one of the most innovate suppliers to the automotive industry. This dynamic growth is the result of our extraordinary/excellent know-how in engineering and manufacturing in the areas of metal forming and welding- and assembly technology. Following is an overview of the most important milestones:
| 1979 | Founding of Griesemer GmbH in Westerburg | |
| 1991 | Acquisition of GRIWE Werkzeug Produtions GmbH in Haynrode, Thuringia | |
| 1994 | Organisational Restructuring: | |
| GRIWE Innovative Umformtechnik GmbH in Westerburg-Sainscheid | ||
| GRIWE Werkzeug Produktions GmbH in Haynrode | ||
| GRIWE System Produktions GmbH in Haynrode | ||
| 2001 | Merger with GESTAMP-Group, Spain | |
| 2004 | Introduction of GRIWE Produktions-System | |
| 2004 | Introduction Warm Forming | |
| 2007 | GM Global Supplier of the Year | |
| 2007 | Volkswagen Group Award 2007 | |
| 2007 | Automotive Lean Award: "Best Practice Lean Start-up" | |
| 2007 | State Award for Excellence in Quality | |
| 2007 | Factory of the Year, Winner in the category: "Distinguished Parts Supplier" | |
| 2008 | Admitted to TOP F.A.Z. - program |