Friedrich Weingärtner founded Weingärtner Maschinenbau GmbH in Kirchham near Vorchdorf, Austria.

Alongside contract manufacturing, we began pursuing the production of our own machines, from planning to the finished product, establishing it as a second pillar of our business.

Weingärtner made significant investments in the development of machine tools based on underutilized whirling technology. This revolutionary concept of whirling machines and custom-developed software for tooling technology set new standards in screw manufacturing for the plastics industry.

We celebrated our 20th anniversary by expanding our production area to meet the growing demand.

Owner Friedrich Weingärtner Senior announced the acquisition of our former competitor, "Linsinger Maschinenbau," during our 25th anniversary.

As we marked our 30th anniversary, the increasing number of employees, reaching 130, necessitated a further expansion of our production area in Kirchham.

Friedrich and Andreas Weingärtner were appointed as the new managing directors of Weingärtner Maschinenbau GmbH. We inaugurated a modernized company building, a new 1000 m² assembly hall for our machines, and a 550 m² office building.

We proudly introduced the world to our revolutionary mpmc (multi-product machining center) turning/milling centers, poised to redefine the machining industry. The size and weight of the new machines led to the construction of yet another assembly hall.

Tragically, on December 25th, Friedrich Weingärtner Senior passed away, leaving a profound legacy.

We joyously celebrated our 40th anniversary with an open day event, attended by loyal customers, high-profile visitors, and the general public.

Our mpmc machine centers successfully entered the realm of complete machining of large crankshafts, attracting the attention of energy producers worldwide. This marked the beginning of a new era, bringing in new customers and contracts.

We restructured the Weingärtner Group companies into a holding company, streamlining our operations. Furthermore, Weingärtner Kirchham expanded once again, adding another 6,800 m².

We proudly reached our 50th anniversary, celebrating half a century of inspiration, forward thinking, and continuous development. Our wealth of experience and longstanding traditions served as fertile grounds for our innovative spirit and high performance.
Solution Days: To commemorate 50 successful years, we organized Solution Days, a three-day event held directly at our premises. Long-standing customers, as well as the general public, participated in guided tours of our production halls, experiencing the unique expertise of Weingärtner firsthand.

Expansion into the Chinese Market
We established our representative office in Beijing to directly engage with the Chinese market. By placing expert technical sales staff on the ground, we strengthened our ability to serve this growing region effectively.

Establishing Presence in Germany
Our sales office in Stuttgart, Germany, was inaugurated to enhance our European outreach, providing local access and support for our customers in one of the continent’s key industrial hubs.

Foundation of Weingärtner China Trading and Service Co., Ltd.
With the establishment of our operations in Taicang, China, we expanded beyond sales to include a dedicated service team. This strategic move improved response times and ensured better support for technical issues directly within the Chinese market.

Launch of the Redesigned mpmc
We introduced the next generation of our mpmc horizontal machining center. Featuring a modern design and enhanced performance, the newly conceived mpmc set a new standard in high-precision manufacturing solutions.

Introduction of the vario+
The vario+ debuted as a compact yet more powerful evolution of the vario range. This innovative machine combines versatility with enhanced capability, delivering optimal solutions for modern machining challenges.