FROHN GmbH
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FROHN is a global manufacturer specializing in high-performance specialty shot blasting media and steel shot, with its headquarters located in Altena, Germany. Founded in 1960 when it took over Strickmaschinen GmbH, the company has evolved from a knitting machine maker to a global player with additional production facilities in Atlanta (USA) and Qingdao (China).
The company's core competence lies in blasting media production, offering an extensive range of products including steel shot, Spheridural, and Gritinox. Their products serve various industries including automotive, aviation, pressure die casting, forging, and concrete and stone industries. FROHN's conditioned steel cut wire, developed in the 1970s, is particularly notable for enhancing the service life of safety-critical components.
FROHN maintains high quality standards, evidenced by their EN ISO 9001:2000 and QM/VDA 6.4 certifications. Their research and development department features modern laboratory facilities with advanced testing and measuring equipment, offering customers access to trial blasting installations for optimization of blasting parameters.
The company demonstrates strong environmental commitment through eco-friendly production processes and sustainable resource management. With sixty employees at its Altena headquarters and a total workforce of one hundred globally, FROHN operates through twenty-one branches worldwide, providing comprehensive customer support and technical advice.
