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Established
since 1980

FMB has been developing innovative solutions for the automation of industrial production since 1980.

Our history
Vision Mission
The home of loading magazines handling systems

The world
of filming

Pioneer in automation technology.

With a dedicated team of 200 specialists, we develop and produce state-of-the-art bar feeders and handling systems in Faulbach, in the heart of Bavaria. Our products are at the heart of automation in industrial production and help to increase the efficiency and precision of our customers worldwide.

Partnership is our principle.

We firmly believe that the key to success lies in the strength of our relationships. Transparent and open communication with our customers and employees forms the foundation for exceptional performance. At FMB, every customer and every employee is part of a large family in which cohesion and enjoyment of work lead to outstanding results.

As the market leader, we not only set trends, we redefine them.

Innovation is our lifeblood – it drives us to continuously set new standards in technology and quality. Every product is proof of our tireless search for perfection.

Locally produced, globally appreciated.

Our local production is not only a sign of German quality, but also enables us to respond flexibly and quickly to the individual needs of our customers. Our outstanding service is a promise we keep every step of the way.

Mechanical engineering tradition in Germany

The history of FMB

Innovative from 1980 to the present day.

1970

FMB Maschinenbau - Hersteller von Stangenlademagazine & Handlingsysteme - Geschichte - 1970 - Hagenuk
The telephone technology manufacturer Hagenuk from Kiel develops the first loading magazine for its in-house turning shop

1980

FMB Maschinenbau - Hersteller von Stangenlademagazine & Handlingsysteme - Geschichte - 1983 - turbo Technologie
Hagenuk sells the product area of bar feeders to the Hohe Group, an automotive supplier in the Lower Main region based in the Collenberg district of Fechenbach. Laying of the foundation stone for Fechenbacher Maschinenbau, or FMB for short

1982

FMB Maschinenbau - Hersteller von Stangenlademagazine & Handlingsysteme - Ladema
Development of the turbo patent and creation of the FMB turbo

1983

FMB Maschinenbau - Hersteller von Stangenlademagazine & Handlingsysteme - Lademagazin - Funktion - Maschinenträger
Presentation of the FMB turbo at the EMO in Paris

1994

FMB Maschinenbau - Hersteller von Stangenlademagazine & Handlingsysteme - Geschichte - 1987 - Faulbach
Foundation of FMB Maschinenbaugesellschaft mbH & Co. KG in Faulbach after the dissolution of the Hohe Group

1999

FMB Maschinenbau - Hersteller von Stangenlademagazine & Handlingsysteme - Geschichte - 1999 - unirobot
Product portfolio expanded to include industrial automation - development / introduction of the unirobot modular system

2006

FMB Maschinenbau - Hersteller von Stangenlademagazine & Handlingsysteme - Geschichte - 1980 - Edge Technologies
Start of sales partnership with Edge Technologies in St. Louis, Missouri (USA)

2011

FMB Maschinenbau - Hersteller von Stangenlademagazine & Handlingsysteme - Background Grey
Development / patenting / introduction of V-technology - bar feeders with adjustable channel

2013

FMB Maschinenbau - Hersteller von Stangenlademagazine & Handlingsysteme - Lademagazin - Funktion - Maschinenträger
Development / patenting / introduction of LSK technology - bar feeders with traveling guide channel for sliding headstock lathes

2014

FMB Maschinenbau - Hersteller von Stangenlademagazine & Handlingsysteme - Lademagazin - Funktion - RS-Technik
With over 20,000 systems produced and around 130 employees, FMB Maschinenbaugesellschaft mbH & Co. KG is celebrating its twentieth anniversary

2015

FMB Maschinenbau - Hersteller von Stangenlademagazine & Handlingsysteme - Geschichte - 1999 - unirobot
The first measuring systems under uniprove are presented

2017

FMB Maschinenbau - Hersteller von Stangenlademagazine & Handlingsysteme - Lademagazin - Funktion - Maschinenträger
Development / introduction of the modern SL 80 V short bar loader

2021

FMB Maschinenbau - Hersteller von Stangenlademagazine & Handlingsysteme - Lademagazin - Funktion - Maschinenträger
Development / patenting / introduction of RS technology - bar feeders with telescopic guide channel for sliding headstock lathes

2022

FMB Maschinenbau - Hersteller von Stangenlademagazine & Handlingsysteme - Lademagazin - Funktion - Maschinenträger
Presentation of the modular automation system FMB BASE

2024

FMB Maschinenbau - Hersteller von Stangenlademagazine & Handlingsysteme - Lademagazin - Funktion - Maschinenträger
With several thousand systems produced over the years and around 200 employees, FMB Maschinenbaugesellschaft mbH & Co. KG is celebrating its thirtieth anniversary
We just do it.

Vision
Mission

We think innovatively

As the market leader, we pursue excellence and excellence and continuously set new standards. With proudly "Made in Germany" and local production, we strive to continuously set new standards and drive innovation. With our personal and fast service, we offer our customers a high-quality and appreciative result.

We act flexibly

With our production facilities in Germany, we are able to manufacture customized systems and adapt flexibly to the individual requirements of our customers. Our commitment and ability to react quickly enables us to develop and implement innovative and specialized solutions.

We live passion

Flat hierarchies and an open, professional working environment promote exchange and cooperation at eye level. Our team is characterized by a strong "we" culture, in which everyone contributes their individual strengths and works on their own initiative to achieve common goals. We love our job and put our heart and soul into it; we see employees as the heart of the company who want to make a difference.

We act in partnership

Partnership stands for trust and our reliability towards our national and international customers. Customer satisfaction is at the heart of everything we do, enabling us to build long-term relationships. Our competent and fair approach enables us to build and maintain a solid partnership of trust and support our customers' success in the long term.