Company History Munk + Schmitz
Tradition at its best. Since 1880.
In 1880 Josef Munk and Matthias Schmitz founded the “Offene Handelsgesellschaft Munk & Schmitz”. The production consisted mainly of building ornaments and beer fittings as well as gas and water pipe articles.
Munk + Schmitz 1898
In 1918 the company moved to a larger site and built a new factory, which included a boiler shop, coppersmith’s shop, aluminium shop, sheet metal welding shop and machine factory. Starting in 1926, beverage tanks with the innovative Emaillit® interior lining were introduced to the market.
Munk + Schmitz 1940
In the 1960s, the triumphal march of the steel tanks lined with Munkadur® for beer, wine and sparkling wine production began. At the same time, the division for the production of sandblasting systems was established.
Munk + Schmitz 1968
Subsequently, Munkadur® coatings have been continuously improved in compliance with the applicable food regulations. The same applies to compressed air blasting systems, in which Munk + Schmitz holds a leading position worldwide, particularly in the field of dust-free Problast® blasting systems.
Munk + Schmitz today
In order to meet the growing demands of the markets, production, storage and office capacities are to be adjusted in the coming years.
Munk + Schmitz tomorrow
Two areas of expertise –
one promise of quality
Munk + Schmitz focuses on two technologically independent core areas in which we hold a leading global position:
- Industrial blasting technology: we design and manufacture customised Abrasive Blasting Systems for the metalworking industry.
- Beverage industry coating: with Munkadur® Tank Linings, we offer an exclusive product for the hygienic lining of tanks and containers in breweries, sparkling wine cellars and water management companies.
A global presence thanks to strong partnerships
We combine quality “Made in Germany” with a local presence. Our international licence partners ensure that Munk + Schmitz products are applied and maintained to the same high standards worldwide. Our licence and application partners for Munkadur® coatings:
Company & Quality Management
Our primary goals are the satisfaction of our customers and employees as well as the conservation of natural resources in the production and use of our products.
Heinz-Leo Schröder
CEO
Dr. Peter Cierniak
R & D Manager