Bessey
tradition and innovation at the heart of your tools
Simply better.
Since 1889
The BESSEY Group’s headquarters are located near Stuttgart in south-western Germany. Since 1983, the Bietigheim-Bissingen site has been home to all administrative and commercial departments, as well as manufacturing, the laboratory and logistics for precision steel, covering an area of 50,000 m².
In addition to tool production, development, goods reception, storage and shipping activities are located approximately 2 km north of the main site.
BESSEY has always distinguished itself as a service-oriented and forward-looking company. Discover all our products
Quality
Precision and robustness are at the heart of the BESSEY brand’s quality. Traditionally, the tools are manufactured using high-end materials.
Since its creation, the brand has established itself as a global benchmark thanks to its constant commitment to the precision, robustness and durability of its products.
Innovation
At BESSEY, innovation is much more than a goal: it is a fundamental principle that guides every stage of product development. Through constant research and improvement, the company designs increasingly efficient solutions, designed to meet the high demands of professionals.
Priority is given to ergonomics, safety and ease of use in order to offer optimal working comfort. BESSEY stands out for its ability to anticipate market developments and transform innovative ideas into practical, reliable and durable tools.
BESSEY now offers an extremely wide range of clamping and cutting tools.
History
1889 – THE ORIGINS
Max Bessey establishes a factory in Stuttgart specialising in the drawing of bright steel, thereby laying the foundations for the company.
1912 – A NEW GENERATION
The company is taken over by Karl Bessey, Max’s nephew, ensuring continuity within the family.
1926 – FIRST DEVELOPMENT
Under the leadership of engineer Eugen Mayer, the company experienced significant growth, both in terms of quality and production volume.
1936 – A MAJOR INNOVATION
Patents filed for a new malleable cast iron screw clamp, marking the beginning of clamping tool manufacturing.
1944 – FIRST INDUSTRIAL EXPANSION
Establishment of a branch in Bietigheim dedicated to the production of clamping tools.
1961 – NEW GROWTH
Expansion of the Bietigheim factory, which also becomes the production site for bright steel.
1966 – GENERATIONAL CHANGE
Management passes to the next generation with Dr Erna Fetscher and Dr Theodor Mayer taking the reins of the company.
1979 – EXPANSION OF THE RANGE
Acquisition of the Ernst Diener scissors factory, thereby enriching the BESSEY range with the renowned ERDI scissors.
1983 – PRODUCTION
RATIONALISATION Centralisation of bright steel production at the new facilities in Bietigheim, followed by the sale of the historic site in Stuttgart.
2003 – FIRST INTERNATIONAL EXPANSION
Strategic establishment in North America with the creation of the subsidiary BESSEY Tools North America, strengthening global presence.
2004 – SKILLS
ENHANCEMENT Acquisition of the GROSS STABIL clamping tools brand, integrated into the overall growth strategy.
2023 – A NEW ERA OF COMMUNICATION
Launch of BESSEY Tool’s first corporate film, symbolising a renewed ambition for international expansion.
