Company history
GROSS.
SINCE 1991.
From a small locksmith's shop to a specialist in large-dimension precision.
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Investment in the future
With the acquisition of the state-of-the-art machining centre PMW-25, Heldeco is specifically expanding its manufacturing capabilities. The new system enables precise and efficient machining of large, complex components, reduces lead times and opens up new market opportunities – including in the energy sector. This sustainably strengthens Heldeco's technological leadership and competitiveness.
Season 2020s
Episode 2024
Expansion of production area by 600 m², purchase of a turning-milling centre with a max. machining length of 7m and 2m diameter, new acquisition of a milling machine for apprentice training and a lathe for machining small components
Episode 2021
Switching lighting to LED technology, switching from LPG heating to district heating
Episode 2020
For the first time in the company's history, there are over 10 apprentices in training simultaneously.
Chapter video
Machines. People. Bespoke.
Industry 4.0 Series
Episode 2019
Implementation of a loop cabin, purchase of a new block saw, implementation of a new data processing system (data turntable - Industry 4.0)
Episode 2018
Purchase of an additional 3D measuring machine for small parts, purchase and commissioning of a WFL CNC machining centre
Episode 2017
Purchase of a new CNC machining centre
Episode 2016
Office construction measuring 270 m², certification to EN9100:2009 for aerospace and defence, PRIMUS 2016 - Winner in the "Quietly Great" category, ALC 2016 - Winner in the Styrian state ranking and in the Austrian ranking "Medium-sized Businesses"
Growth spurt episode
Episode 2015
Purchase of a new CNC machining centre from Deckel Maho
2015
Episode 2014
Purchase of a new WFL complete machining centre for CNC milling, turning, drilling and grinding, Purchase of a 5-axis CNC milling machine for apprentice training
2014
Episode 2013
Purchase of a new milling, turning and drilling machine, purchase of a new lathe for small-batch parts, purchase of a new block saw, construction of an additional production hall of 1,000 m² – a total of 4,500 m² of production space is now available.
2013
Episode 2012
Construction of a new warehouse (800 m²) - Hall 4, conversion of existing warehouse space in Hall 3 to production space, investment in a new 3D measuring machine, construction investment in a new tool magazine with a state-of-the-art tool dispensing system.
2012
Episode 2011
Purchase of a new 8 m milling centre and a small parts lathe, completion of the air-conditioned measuring room in Hall 3
2011
Chapter video
When history becomes visible.
Schon vor Jahrzehnten agierte HELDECO innovativ – wie dieses Video beweist
Stage expansion
Episode 2009
Extension of Hall 3 (Warehouse), purchase of a vertical turning lathe Ø3000 and a horizontal turning lathe Ø1600 x 4000, 3,500 m² production area
Episode 2006
Extension of Production Hall 2, new construction of the warehouse (Hall 3), purchase of a new 12m milling centre and a CNC shaping machine, 3,000 m² of production space
Episode 2005
Office extension (100%), façade and entrance design
Episode 2003
Construction of an additional production hall, purchase of a new machining centre
Episode 2001
Takeover of HELDECO by Helmut Dettenweitz Jr.
Chapter video
Momente für die Ewigkeit.
Aller Anfang ist schwer: Nach und nach entwickelte sich aus einem kleinen Betrieb ein international agierendes Unternehmen.
Season Origin
Episode 1999
The Styrian State Coat of Arms as the "Leading Company of the Region"
Episode 1998
Expansion of production areas, installation of a new CAD/CAM system
Episode 1996
ISO 9001:2000 certification by TÜV Bayern
Episode 1993
Young Entrepreneur of the Year, Ministry of Economic Affairs Award
Episode 1991
Company founded by Helmut Dettenweitz Sr., Helmut Dettenweitz Jr., and four other shareholders
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DIMENSION.
From its founding to the next major investment: HELDECO is growing step by step – and continues to think big.
