PREFACE

This year, our company proudly celebrates 75 years of history. What began as a small locksmith’s workshop in a backyard has grown into a global market leader—driving innovation and setting standards across the industry. From the very beginning our journey has been guided by our family. Now in its fourth generation, we continue to shape the future of our business from our home in Wiesentheid and far beyond. As a true family business, we are defined by values that we live by every day: quality, reliability, efficiency, and innovation. These values form the solid foundation on which our success has been built. Looking back on 75 years, we have revisited key milestones and collected many stories and moments that have shaped our path. We are excited to share these with you. In this brochure you’ll learn about our humble beginnings, our remarkable development and gain a personal insight into our family through interviews and reflections. We would like to take this opportunity to express our sincere thanks to you. No company can succeed without the trust and loyalty of its customers and partners. Your continued support has made our journey possible. As we look ahead, we remain fully committed – to earning your trust every day, to strengthening our partnerships and to shaping the future with tireless dedication, fresh ideas and the deep expertise gained from 75 years in mechanical engineering. We hope you enjoy reading our story. Your Göpfert family: Siglinde and Karl Franz, daughter Esther and son André as well as granddaughter Marie-Luise and grandson Florian