Société des Filières BALLOFFET
Wire drawing machines
Founded in 1870 in Lagnieu, France, Balloffet is a world-leading manufacturer of diamond drawing dies and precision tools, specializing in the machining of ultra-hard materials. With over 150 years of experience, the company has established itself as a pioneer in advanced technologies such as diamond machining with laser and ultrasonics.
The company operates through four international subsidiaries (UK, USA, Germany, Morocco) and maintains a network of over 25 representatives worldwide, enabling 90% export of its production. Balloffet's expertise spans from manufacturing diamond dies with diameters ranging from 1 µm to 50 mm to providing comprehensive services including repolishing and in-house maintenance solutions.
Balloffet's product portfolio includes diamond drawing dies, extrusion tools for cable manufacturing, and specialized diamond tools for various industries. The company works with different types of diamonds: natural, synthetic monocrystalline (SSCD), and polycrystalline (PCD), ensuring optimal solutions for specific applications. Their quality management system is ISO 9001 v2015 certified, demonstrating their commitment to excellence.
The company serves multiple sectors including aeronautics, automotive, energy, medical, electronics, watchmaking, construction, and environmental industries. With a 99.6% product quality satisfaction rate and presence in more than 90 countries, Balloffet maintains its position through continuous innovation and customer-focused solutions.
Key technological capabilities include ultra-thin dies with tolerances down to 0.2µm and drilling capabilities starting from 1µm diameter. The company also provides comprehensive training and consulting services, equipment manufacturing, and maintains an integrated R&D department for ongoing innovation.
