Bueltmann GmbH
Tube machinery
Company Overview and Heritage
Bültmann GmbH, a family-owned enterprise founded in Neuenrade, Germany, in 1972 by Rudolf Bültmann, specializes in bar and tube mill machinery. Now led by the second generation, Petra Bültmann-Steffin (commercial) and Andreas Bültmann (technical), the company upholds its core values of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, solution-orientation, and innovation. With over 130 employees, Bültmann has established itself as a market leader in drawing, straightening, and peeling technologies, committed to high product quality and customer-centric solutions.
Advanced Machinery and Turnkey Solutions
Bültmann's extensive product portfolio encompasses stand-alone machines, finishing and production lines, and complete turnkey solutions for processing tubes, bars, and profiles. Key offerings include a range of drawing machines, such as straight drawing machines for various cross-sections and internal gripper systems, alongside high-precision peeling machines for bright steel and other metals. The company also provides diverse straightening machines, including 2-roll, 10-roll, and profile straightening machines, designed for optimal quality across different materials. Further capabilities extend to advanced pointing systems, cutting equipment, chamfering/end finishing machines, and continuous annealing lines.
Innovation and Digitalization
A hallmark of Bültmann's innovation is the Magnetic Billet Heater (MBH), an award-winning technology utilizing high-temperature superconductors to achieve heating efficiencies up to 80%. This system offers deep, homogeneous heating for non-magnetic metals, significantly reducing energy consumption and heating times. Embracing Industry 4.0, Bültmann offers 'Documentation 4.0,' a digitalized manual system with QR code integration, 3D views, and direct service inquiry capabilities, enhancing machine availability. The company also provides a 3-D Scanning Service, reflecting its commitment to digitalization in mechanical engineering.
Commitment to Sustainability and Service
Bültmann's dedication to environmental protection is evidenced by its 'Ökoprofit' certification and multiple accolades, including the German Environmental Award and the European Business Award for the Environment. Beyond innovative products, Bültmann ensures high machine availability and customer satisfaction through a comprehensive after-sales service, offering inspection, maintenance, and a guarantee of at least ten years for original spare parts. This commitment extends globally through a network of representatives, ensuring localized support and expertise for its clientele.
