Mechanical and plant engineering
Mechanical and plant engineering remains one of the most important key industries and a driver of growth, employment, and innovation—in Germany, Europe, and worldwide. As a supplier to almost all branches of industry, it shapes the industrial performance of societies and paves the way for technological advances—from digitized production lines to energy-efficient production systems. The industry is driven by a steadily increasing demand for automation, sustainability, smart production, and flexibility. Whether in Europe, North America, or Asia, investment in modern manufacturing solutions is rising steadily as companies seek to increase their productivity, make their processes more resilient, and reduce CO₂ emissions at the same time.
Framo Morat has been a key contributor to this innovation process for decades. Our company boasts in-depth industry expertise and technological leadership in gear and drive technology, enabling us to develop customized solutions for the diverse submarkets of mechanical and plant engineering. We have maintained a strong presence in various sectors, such as sheet metal processing, the semiconductor industry, food technology, machine tools and manufacturing systems, and special plant engineering, for many years. Each of these markets has specific requirements in terms of dynamics, precision, reliability, and hygienic design. We are able to meet these requirements through our combination of standard products, customer-specific developments, and a high degree of vertical integration.
Sheet metal processing
Sheet metal processing is considered the heart of mechanical and plant engineering. It is indispensable for the automotive industry, the manufacture of household appliances, plant engineering, and the energy sector. There is growing global demand for increasingly precise, flexible, and faster machines, particularly in the areas of laser cutting, pressing, and bending. Automation, integrated CNC controls, and, increasingly, AI-based quality controls are driving this development.
Semiconductor industry
The semiconductor industry is one of the most innovative and dynamic sectors worldwide. Driven by the demand for high-performance chips for artificial intelligence, cloud computing, electromobility, and 5G, investment in new manufacturing capacity continues to rise unabated. While Asia remains the center of global production, new manufacturing facilities are increasingly being built in North America and Europe to strengthen security of supply. The highest cleanroom standards, absolute precision, and round-the-clock reliability are the determining factors for drive solutions in this environment.
Food technology
The food and beverage industry is a market with steadily growing demand for efficient, hygienic, and highly automated processes. Global trends such as convenience products, rising hygiene standards, and the desire for traceability in production are shaping the industry. In North America, innovations in packaging and processing technology are driving development, while in Europe the focus is on sustainability and resource conservation.
Machine tools & manufacturing systems
Machine tools are the backbone of modern industrial production. They are needed in almost all industries, from automotive manufacturing and aircraft construction to energy technology. Global competition is driving manufacturers to develop increasingly efficient, precise, and flexible systems. In North America in particular, the market is growing thanks to investments in new manufacturing capacities as part of reshoring initiatives.
Special plant engineering
Special plant engineering is characterized by tailor-made solutions for highly specialized applications. It benefits from the trend toward customized production facilities, small batches, and highly flexible production processes. Internationally, demand for automation and robotics is growing both in traditional industries and in new areas such as media technology and clean room production.