Global perspective
with German roots
1925
Lebrecht Tigges KG is founded in Wuppertal, Germany
Initial production focuses on turned parts.
60s
Start of screw production using cold forming techniques
Production of stainless steel screws expands in the 1960s. Tigges produces over 1 million stainless steel screws for the construction of the Olympic Stadium in Munich. Other major projects include the Hamburg Elbe Tunnel and the UN building in Vienna.
1992
Tigges Stainless Steel Fasteners (M) Sdn. Bhd. is founded
A new 8,000 m2 production facility is constructed and commissioned for the production of stainless steel standard screws for the European market.
1995
Commissioning of the first multi-station part former (three forming stations)
An in-house development department is set up and the production of special parts begins.
1996
Opening of "Tigges Fasteners Trading Sdn. Bhd." in Kuala Lumpur
Opening of a sales and logistics center with its own warehouse in Malaysia's main industrial center.
2000
Certification according to ISO 9002
Production of stainless steel fasteners is expanded to other materials such as steel and aluminum.
2002
Commissioning of the first 5-station part former
We establish ourselves as a "niche manufacturer" of quality special parts for direct clients in many industries.
2003
Expansion of the service area
Creation of an internal service department. A quality management system is set up for commercial products and to supplement the portfolio with packaging kits and assemblies.
2004
Introduction of 100% final inspections
Successful entry into sensitive markets with the highest quality standards.
2007
Commissioning of the first 6-station part former
We become a global leader in the production of highly sophisticated formed parts.
2008
Certification according to TS16949
We gain a strong foothold in the automotive industry.
Commissioning of a new production facility in Ipoh
Capacity is expanded with an additional 19,500 m2 of production space.
2008
Expansion into Japan
Opening of sales office and warehouse in Kobe.
2009
Change of name to "Tigges Fastener Technology (M) Sdn. Bhd."
We position ourselves as a full systems supplier. Commissioning of the first CNC lathing machine and increased specialisation in the area of special parts.
2010
Investment in secondary operation equipment
Expansion of manufacturing capability for high-precision special parts.
2013
Haynes Tigges (Holdings) Ltd.
becomes sales base for the European market.
2014
Investment in an in-house heat treatment facility
We enhance cost-effectiveness and quality by installing our own heat treatment furnace.
2015
Start of the new production facility at the second location in Ipoh
Doubling of the base area to 40,000 m2.
