Nagel Precision Inc.

Friedrich Nagel founds the company in Stuttgart – with a clear mission: to rethink precision.

Relocation to Nürtingen. Despite difficult times, the courage to break new ground emerges – and the company grows.

Construction of the company’s first own production hall. The start of production of horizontal honing machines marks the beginning of a new era.

The portfolio grows: vertical honing machines are added to the range. Innovation becomes a trademark.

80 employees are part of the workforce – a strong team that supports the success.

Development of the first special machines with patented automatic measuring system – a milestone for precision and progress.

Entry into automatic assembly technology for the automotive industry. Plant expansions create space for further growth.

Nagel expands its portfolio with the acquisition of plants in Metzingen and Grötzingen – deep drilling and strip finishing complete the technological spectrum.

International recognition grows. New production halls for toolmaking and honing stone production are built and the company continues to develop dynamically.

Foundation of the sister company Elgan-Diamantwerkzeuge– a milestone towards technological excellence.

The takeover of the English company Permat provides impetus for European expansion.

Stone finishing machines, contacts with the roller bearing industry and major orders for assembly lines open up new markets – Nagel consolidates its role as a technology leader.

With the construction of a plant in São Paulo, Nagel finally becomes a global partner for precision, efficiency and innovation.

Nagel Precision Inc., established in 1982, is an affiliate of the Nagel Group (Established in 1948).

The construction of the company’s own factory in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and the relocation of the sales office strengthen the company’s presence in North America in the long term.

Foundation of Nagel Special Machines in Bangalore – a bold step towards even greater customer proximity in India.

Takeover of TBT Tiefbohrtechnik – targeted expansion of expertise in the field of high-precision drilling technologies.

The acquisition of KADIA strengthens the company’s leading role in precision machining – the technology portfolio grows in a targeted and future-oriented manner.

Foundation of Nagel Mexico – a clear commitment to global customer proximity.

Establishment of a sales and service company in China – with branches in Beijing and Shanghai, in the heart of the Asian growth market.

Majority shareholding in AOBA, Japan – technological alliance for even more innovative strength.

Investment in Keyou GmbH – active commitment to emission-free drive technologies of the future.

Acquisition of the Gehring Group – combined strength for new standards in precision and mobility.

Participation in the Lambda Resins GmbH – Targeted expansion of expertise in the field of innovative materials.

Majority stake in O.ERRE.PI S.r.l., Italy – expansion of leading technologies in industrial coating.