KASTO Maschinenbau GmbH & Co. KG
Packaging and storage
Company Profile and Heritage
KASTO, headquartered in Achern, Germany, stands as a global market and technology leader in metal sawing machines, long material, and sheet metal storage systems. With a rich history spanning over 180 years, originating from a carpentry business founded by Karl Stolzer in 1844, KASTO has evolved into a sophisticated machine tool manufacturer. A pivotal moment was the 1947 patent for its metal hacksaw, followed by the introduction of fully automatic long material storage systems in the early 1970s. The company's internationalization began in 1977, establishing a strong global presence with subsidiaries across Europe, North America, and Asia. KASTO's enduring mission is to provide customers and suppliers with the security of a reliable partner, driven by precision, foresight, and progress.
Products and Solutions
KASTO offers a comprehensive portfolio designed for efficiency and automation in metal processing. Its range of metal sawing machines includes hacksaws, versatile band saws (e.g., KASTOwin, KASTOtec, KASTOvariospeed for various materials like steel, aluminum, titanium, and special alloys), and efficient circular saws. These machines cater to diverse applications from workshop use to intensive multi-shift industrial operations, ensuring precise cuts and high performance. Complementing its sawing technology, KASTO provides advanced long material and sheet metal storage systems, such as the KASTOecostore and UNITOWER, which optimize space utilization and material flow. The award-winning KASTOsort tower exemplifies innovation by automating sawing and storage processes with 24/7 unstaffed operation and high storage density.
Further enhancing process optimization are KASTO's material handling solutions, including roller conveyors, robot handling systems like KASTOsort, and manipulators for seamless material transport. The company's SmartSolutions software suite, developed in-house, includes KASTOlogic for comprehensive warehouse management, KASTOoptisaw for cut optimization, KASTOrespond for adaptive feed rate control, and the KASTOapp for machine monitoring. KASTOenergysave also highlights a commitment to sustainability through innovative energy recovery.
Commitment to Excellence and Sustainability
KASTO distinguishes itself through its deep technical expertise, continuous innovation, and a customer-centric approach that aims to deliver measurable added value. The company's solutions are tailored to meet the specific demands of sectors such as industrial manufacturing, steel trade, defense technology, and the automotive industry, emphasizing reliability, durability, and cost-effectiveness. KASTO is also dedicated to sustainability, implementing various measures to improve energy efficiency across its operations, from replacing heating systems to virtual commissioning of automated storage systems, which significantly reduces CO2 emissions. Through a global network of sales and service hubs, KASTO ensures responsive support, including inspections, maintenance, and a readily available supply of original spare parts.
