RUD Ketten Rieger & Dietz GmbH u. Co. KG
Chains
RUD Group is a global leader in chain systems and components, with its main development and production facility located in Aalen, Germany. Founded in 1875 by Carl Rieger and Friedrich Dietz, the company has evolved over 140 years into an internationally successful family business operating in over 120 countries.
The company specializes in various product segments including sling and lashing systems, conveyor and drive technology, hoist and industrial chains, snow chains, tyre protection chains, and military technology solutions. Their product portfolio ranges from the smallest chain dimensions to the world's largest hoist chains, serving industries such as mining, construction, automotive, offshore, and military sectors.
RUD's innovative solutions include the TECDOS drive systems, specialized tool handling equipment, and advanced chain technologies. The company maintains high quality standards through integrated quality and environmental management systems certified to ISO 9001/14001 standards.
With approximately 1,700 employees and an annual turnover of 190 million euros, RUD Group operates through numerous production facilities and sales offices worldwide. The company continues to be family-owned and managed, currently in its fifth generation, maintaining its commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainability under their slogan 'Tradition in Dynamic Innovation'.
RUD demonstrates strong corporate social responsibility through various initiatives including environmental management, employee development programs, and charitable foundations. The company's Center for Chain Knowledge (CCK) serves as a training and knowledge-sharing hub for employees and partners worldwide.
