"The flip side of a globalized economy is a fast-moving society and anonymity. Those businesses which are able to provide the continuity of a family-run company against such a backdrop are able to profit from advantages that will take them to the top of the international market."

 Ludger Rethmann, board spokesman curriculum vitae

"Boundaries can be surmounted if different strengths are bundled together. Concentrating on our core business and gradually extending our company's strong points will lead to growth – both on our home market and in other promising markets around the world."

Egbert Tölle, board member curriculum vitae

"Milestones get closer and closer by striving towards perfection. Being committed to progress and targeted specialization allows us to achieve new dimensions. They pave the way for tomorrow's world."

Thomas Breitkopf, board member curriculum vitae

"The best results are always achieved when a balance is found between different interests. If ecology and economics are successfully brought together, then solutions are found which close material life cycles and sustainably encompass our responsibilities."

Thomas Conzendorf, board member curriculum vitae

"Highly efficient and secure processes are key factors for achieving competitive strength and corporate success. By optimizing planning and control processes, we are creating the basis for profitable, global growth."

Bernhard Heiker, board member curriculum vitae

"Being close to regional customers is an important factor for success even when a company is active on global markets. Indeed, the best possible solution can always be found if international expertise is implemented on a local basis."