In focus

During the most recent negotiations with IG Metall regarding remuneration levels, it was almost as if the human instinct for self-preservation by suppressing unpleasant memories had taken hold. All those times of crisis (which were overcome by working together) in which the focus was squarely on security and retaining jobs seemed to have been forgotten. For a very long time, the economic barometer accurately forecast positive trends. So most people found it hard to imagine that this trend might be reversed and that there might be tough times ahead.

The company group nass magnet participates in many local and regional projects as a sponsor. In addition to encouraging the next generation, this also advertises the company‘s identity more effectively. Win-win.

The new solenoid valve (3/2 way NC) is to be used in a pneumatic control unit. This controls different pneumatic cylinders in heavy goods vehicles, which in turn are connected with the gearbox mechanics. This replaces a hand on the gear lever, so to speak. In addition, the valve primarily serves to save fuel and keep emissions in commercial vehicles below threshold values in future.

With his statement „Nothing on earth is stronger than an idea whose time has come“, Victor Hugo — a French author, alive from 1802 to 1885 — described exactly what we on the BVW team believe — or rather, what we want to experience with you.

Laboratory work at nass magnet may — as the title suggests — seem secretive to some employees. This raises the question: „What exactly does the laboratory at nass magnet do?“ We would like to take this opportunity to introduce the laboratory in a little more detail.

From the 11th to the 14th July, the city of Veszprém in Hungary, located close to Lake Balaton, once again became an important centre for cultural events. This year was particularly special because the VeszprémFest was celebrating its 15th anniversary! To mark the occasion, many different national and international artists and famous musicians were once again in attendance for 2018. 

When we won the project for our customer Wabco – which will in future provide an annual turnover boost in the tens of millions for our company – it became clear that the space available at Eckenerstraße 4 – 6 would soon be too small to set up the necessary machines.

Motivated employees, impressed customers and satisfied management. In theory this all sounds very logical and even simple, but in practice it takes a lot to fulfil the basic prerequisite of attracting motivated staff to a company and keeping them there.