Böllinghaus Steel: 135 Years of Excellence in Stainless Steel Profile Manufacturing
Böllinghaus Steel, a traditional family business with 135 years of experience in the steel industry, continues to thrive through progress, quality, and a deep understanding of its customers’ individual requirements. As a trusted manufacturer of stainless steel profiles, Böllinghaus Steel is committed to innovation and sustainability.
At a time when environmental awareness and efficiency are critical, Böllinghaus Steel is reinforcing its commitment with major new investments at its production site in Vieira de Leiria, Portugal. These investments focus on energy savings, cost reduction, CO2 reduction, and sustainable production practices.
Portugal has been the company’s production location since 1996. The rolling mill, operating for decades, has undergone regular modernization, showcasing Böllinghaus Steel’s expertise and innovative strength. In 2023, a new modern rolling mill was also commissioned to further expand capabilities.
Hartwig Härtel, Managing Director of Böllinghaus Steel, said:
“The expansion of the rolling mill is another milestone for our company — not only in terms of production and sales capacities for long stainless steel products, but also in our ability to react quickly and flexibly to our customers’ individual requirements and offer customized solutions.”
Product Portfolio and Specifications
Böllinghaus Steel offers an extensive range of long products made from stainless steel, titanium, and nickel alloys. Their portfolio includes:
- Rolled Profiles:
Square: 10 – 100 mm (4″)
Flats: Width 12 – 200 mm, Thickness 3 – 80 mm - Drawn Profiles:
Square: 8 – 100 mm (4″)
Hexagonal: 8 – 100 mm (4″)
Flats: Width 12 – 200 mm, Thickness 3 – 80 mm
The company also specializes in tailored solutions with tight tolerances, delivering profiles in custom grades, dimensions, and processing techniques according to specific customer needs.
Böllinghaus Steel’s expanded product offering now includes special grades such as 17-4PH, 15-5PH, 13-8PH, duplex variants, and high nickel alloys, serving specialized industries worldwide.
Global Reach and Commitment to Quality
Headquartered in Hilden, Germany, with production in Portugal and sales offices in the USA and Italy, Böllinghaus Steel maintains a strong global presence. Portugal serves as a strategic base for worldwide deliveries. Their reputation for precision, reliability, and service excellence has earned them recent awards for reliability in the United States.
Philip Torger, Chief Sales Officer, shared:
“Vehicle regulations, rising fuel prices, and the pandemic presented us with particular challenges as a supplier in time-critical industries. We overcame these through the support of logistics partners who share our long-term values.”
People and Community at the Core
Böllinghaus Steel’s success stems not only from its customer loyalty but also from its dedication to employees and community engagement.
Nina Härtel commented:
“We value professional expertise and honest cooperation. It’s important to communicate openly, see yourself as part of a team, and act accordingly.”
The company actively supports social projects at home and abroad, including donations to hospitals and fire departments in Portugal and supporting the Child Protection Association in Germany — a valued family tradition continuing under the next generation.
Visit Böllinghaus Steel at UK Metals Expo 2024, Stand C86
Learn more about Böllinghaus Steel’s innovative stainless steel solutions and meet the team in person at UK Metals Expo on 11–12 September 2024 at the NEC Birmingham.
