In earlier times, transporting valuable goods was a responsible and difficult task for commercial travellers, especially in the Black Forest between Pforzheim and Basel. The inhabitants there developed special carrying frames to transport goods such as glass-blowing art, cuckoo clocks and carvings. In 1963, the first Faisst case left the workshops founded by Karl Faisst in Altensteig and began its triumphal march through Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Today, the spirit of innovation is alive and well at Faisst, supported by modern machinery, while people continue to develop and build each case individually according to the needs of the products being transported.
History
A journey through time
How it all began
1963 - The foundation of Faisst.
1963
Founding of the company Karl Faisst
Factory for special cases, in the home village of Karl Faisst, Altensteig-Spielberg.
1965
The first phase of construction
The first phase of construction is completed in Altensteig-Spielberg.
1972
Expansion of the existing production facility
Expansion of the existing production facility as the company begins to grow.
1975
Exhibition at the Interzum trade fair in Cologne
Faisst attends the Interzum trade fair in Cologne as an exhibitor for the first time.
1976
Exhibition of the special cases at an international trade fair
At the Hannover trade fair, Faisst presents special cases at an international trade fair for the first time.
1978
Development of the first aluminium case
Development and presentation of the first aluminium case from Faisst.
1980
The next phase of construction
The next phase of construction – expansion of the production facilities and a new administrative building.
1984
Thomas Faisst joins the company
Following his education and military service, the son Thomas Faisst joins the company.
1986
Michael Faisst joins the company
Following his education and military service, the son Michael Faisst joins the company.
1989
New construction of a warehouse and founding of Faisst GmbH
New construction of a warehouse and founding of Faisst GmbH, factory for special cases. Karl Faisst, Thomas Faisst and Michael Faisst hold equal shares as managers and shareholders.
1990
New development and production launch of ISD plastic and thermoformed trays
New development and production launch of ISD plastic and thermoformed trays for tray cases.
1996
The existing production facilities are expanded again
The existing production facilities are expanded again as demand continues to increase. Company founder Karl Faisst is awarded the Federal Cross of Merit.
2002
Michael and Thomas Faisst manage the company on their own
As Karl Faisst enters his well deserved retirement, Michael and Thomas Faisst manage the company on their own.
2010
New start in the Kling Group and relocation to Birkenfeld
The company relocates to Birkenfeld for a fresh start as a member of the Kling Group.
2012
Introduction of the Alu Design case series
Alu Design case goes to market.
2013
50th company anniversary
Faisst celebrates its 50-year company anniversary.
2013
Introduction of the Alu Light case series
Alu Light case goes to market.
2014
Introduction of the Alu Robust, Alu Solid and Cargo Air case series
Alu Robust, Alu Solid and Cargo Air cases are launched on the market.
2015
Introduction of the Alu Briefcase series
Alu Briefcase goes to market.
2015
Introduction of the Wave surface
Case surface Wave goes om the market.
2016
Introduction Alu Cube
Alu Cube goes to market.
2017
Introduction of the Alu Framecase, Vario Case, Air Line and X-press Box series
Alu Framecase, Vario Case, Air Line, Travel Line and X-press boxes are launched on the market.
2018
Karl Faisst dies.
Karl Faisst dies at the age of 83
2019
Introduction of the Smart Case series
Smart Case goes to market.
2020
Introduction of the Softshell-Bag
Softshell-Bag goes to market.
2023
60th company anniversary
Company anniversary 60 years of Faisst cases.
Visionary into the future
In earlier times, transporting valuable goods was a responsible and difficult task for traveling salesmen. Especially in the Black Forest, there were numerous narrow paths and difficult passages that could only be overcome on foot and with great effort. But the residents of this area have always been practical tinkerers and developed special carrying frames to safely protect their trading goods and to present the goods in a representative manner at markets and exchanges.
With increasing mobility, traveling salesmen were soon able to travel faster and more safely and a new need for protective and representative packaging for valuable products developed. This demand prompted the Black Forest craftsman Karl Faisst to begin developing and producing professional transport cases 60 years ago. In 1963, in the small town of Altensteig in the northern Black Forest, the first Faisst case left the new workshops and began its triumphal march in Germany and neighboring countries such as Austria and Switzerland.
This spirit of innovation is still alive at Faisst today. When we began our journey 60 years ago, our vision was simple: We wanted to help companies safely transport their products around the world and showcase the products perfectly by developing cases that are perfectly tailored to their needs. Today we can proudly say that we have not only realized this vision, but that it has remained the heart of our company. Faisst cases have now established themselves on the market and the customer base is growing. Thank you for your trust as a customer over the years!
60 years Faisst GmbH!
A journey characterised by innovation, precision and perfection
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