120 years of innovation and collaboration

1906 - 2026

Since our start in 1906, we have grown through innovation, collaboration, and the dedication of people across our global family. Each milestone, product, and breakthrough tells a story of teamwork, curiosity, and commitment to quality. 

In 2026, we invite you to discover these stories and celebrate the journey that has brought us here. Throughout the year, we will share highlights from our past, insights from our present, and glimpses into the future we are building together.

6 locations

Licensed operations in 6 countries

600 employees

Around 600 employees globally

2000 products

2000 combinations in standard assortment

Our heritage

Garphyttan - long history of craftmanship and industry

In the Middle Ages, a smeltery was built in Garphyttan by Germans. They were called “Garpar” from the old Swedish word “Garp” for German. The Swedish word for smeltery is “hytta” = Garphyttan.​

Garphytte Bruk

First mentioned in 1554, received privileges in 1642

Garphyttan was built around Garphytte Bruk, over the years a variety of activities took place, from silver mining to nail production.

1906

Garphyttans Fabriks AB

Garphyttans Fabriks AB, the company that later became Suzuki Garphyttan was founded in 1906 and production started in January 1907. From the very beginning...

1920´s

Spring wire

The business starts to take a distinct direction . Production of oil-tempered valve spring wire starts and we have our own spring factory.

1930-2026

Stay tuned...

Our journey has a lot of significant milestones - highlights from our past will be shared here

2026 >

Steel wire products for a changing world

For more than a century, we have provided strength and reliability to the industries of today and tomorrow.

Our story in motion 

This film captures our journey — from our beginnings to the company we are today. A simple introduction to what we do, how we work, and the key steps that shape our processes.