MAT Foundries Europe has over 40 years experience manufacturing safety castings made of ductile iron for the passenger and commercial vehicle industry from its 2 state-of-the-art plants in Germany.
Neunkirchen Facts
- Based in Saarland, Germany
- Operational since 1970s
- Specialise in brake calipers, pump housing and backing plates
- Foundry capacity of 75,000 tonnes
- Serving commercial and passenger vehicle markets
- 500+ staff
Accessibility Controls
The player supports TAB to change the controls.
Update Required<br/>To play the media you will need to either update your browser to a recent version or update your <a href='http://get.adobe.com/flashplayer/' target='_blank'>Flash plugin</a>.
Featured Products
- Backing plates hold other components together, assisting cars in braking.Backing Plates
Read More - Calipers help a car come to a halt. They're available in two forms, floating and fixed.Brake Calipers
Read More - Commercial vehicle calipers are found in commercial and heavy good vehicles, stopping them in the face of soaring temperatures.Commercial Vehicle Calipers
Read More - Differential Cases tansfer an engine's torque to its wheels, helping them spin at different speeds.Differential Case
Read More - Diesel Injection Pump Housing components control the volume, pressure and timing of fuel sent to injectors.Diesel Injection Pump Housing
Read More - Lanchester Balancing Systems were developed by MAT Foundry, offering all the benefits of a standard balance shaft, minus long rods.Lanchester Balancing System
Read More - Wheel Flange components are mechanically locked onto one side of an axle and stop a car's tyres from falling off.Wheel Flange
Read More
Company History
1977
Foundation of Columbus Neunkirchen Foundry in the building from Bendix Foundry.
1980
Start of production.
1992
Accounted for 40% market share of disc brakes for passenger cars in Europe.
2003
Product innovation - Backing Plates for heavy duty vehicles.
2006
Record tonnage 91.700 tons per year.
2010
Acquired by MAT.
2017
New metling shop opened.
Accreditations
Company Overview
MAT Foundries Europe invests heavily in manufacturing technology, process organisation, research & development and testing technology to produce the best brake, chassis and powertrain components available. All supported by decades of experience.
With more than 800 employees dedicated to full customer satisfaction and meeting highest quality requirements of OEM and Tier 1 customers, MAT Foundries Europe is your reliable partner for ductile iron automotive application.
News and blogs
-
Speed Limiters Come Into Force Across The EU. Could The UK Be Next?
9th Jul 2024
Read More -
From Batman to Bond: The Annual Running Costs of Our Favourite TV and Movie Vehicles
13th May 2024
Read More -
Our New Foundry (Infographic)
8th May 2024
Read More -
Tesla Robotaxi: What We Know So Far
15th Apr 2024
Read More -
Choosing the Perfect Brake Discs for Your Vehicle
11th Apr 2024
Read More -
The Role of Brake Discs in Performance Brake Kits
11th Apr 2024
Read More -
Improving Brake Disc Longevity: Tips and Tricks
11th Apr 2024
Read More -
The Future of Brake Disc Technology: What's Next?
11th Apr 2024
Read More -
Brake Disc vs. Drum Brakes: Which Is Right for You?
11th Apr 2024
Read More -
Why Brake Disc Rust Happens and How to Prevent It
11th Apr 2024
Read More
Instagram Feed
Latest Vacancies
