AMF-Bruns

AMF-Bruns
legal form	GmbH & Co. KG
Seat	Apen , Germany
management	Jürgen Bruns, Gerit Bruns, Jan Woltermann
Number of employees	350 (as of 2016)
Branch	Hubmatik and conveyor systems
Website	www.amf-bruns.de

The AMF Bruns GmbH & Co. KG is a North German family-owned company with headquarters in Apen , Ammerland , Lower Saxony ( Germany ). It is divided into the core areas of mobility (disabled vehicle technology ) and conveyor technology . The personally liable partner is Bruns Management-GmbH.

history

In 1958, today's AMF-Bruns GmbH & Co. KG was founded by Gustav Bruns († 1993) as BRUNS KG in Apen . At the beginning, the business purpose was the manufacture of agricultural machinery . Erich Bruns († 2014), son of Gustav Bruns, joined the company one year after it was founded. From 1962 the company specializes in conveyor systems . The production of agricultural machinery was thus discontinued. At the beginning of the 1970s, AMF-Bruns expanded its specialization in the area of mobility and began manufacturing lift systems and person support systems for people with disabilities. The Friesoythe branch was founded in 1973 to cope with the high volume of work. In the 1980s, capacities were more than doubled through expansion buildings and investments in new machines at the Friesoythe and Apen locations. In 1993 Jürgen Bruns and in 1995 Gerit Bruns, both sons of Erich Bruns, joined the company. In 2005, the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system “ProAlpha” was introduced in both operational areas to support all company processes . In addition, the subsidiary AMF-Bruns UK Ltd. was founded in 2005 . Founded in Great Britain and in 2006 AMF-Bruns took over the Dutch Smartfloor BV On August 1st, 2012 Gustav Bruns GmbH & Co. KG changed its name to AMF-Bruns GmbH & Co. KG. A year later, Jan Woltermann was appointed as a further managing director alongside Jürgen and Gerit Bruns. In 2016 AMF-Bruns opened a new office in Wroclaw , Poland . In 2018 AMF-Bruns celebrated its 60th anniversary.

Companies

Conveyor technology

In the field of conveyor technology , AMF-Bruns is a globally recognized specialist for planning , construction , assembly , construction as well as maintenance and repair . Depending on the task, additional procedural steps such as dosing, mixing , cooling or heating are used. The modern conveyor systems are individually developed and adapted depending on the bulk goods and customer requirements. By continuously optimizing production, AMF-Bruns has developed into one of the successful suppliers in the sugar , wood , waste, chemical , paper , power station , port and building materials industries.

In 1999 AMF-Bruns developed a globally unique system for emptying silos in plant construction . In 2010 the starting shot was given for the introduction of lean management in cooperation with Porsche Consulting . With a further revision of the company standard , the 3D software “Solid Works” will also be included in the design in 2011. The introduction of certified energy management according to DIN EN ISO 50001 as well as company health management took place in 2015. In addition, a new development department was established in 2016. AMF-Bruns is developing from a handicraft to an industrial company and will adjust its strategy in 2017. This results in the expansion of core competencies and the expansion of engineering capacities.

mobility

AMF-Bruns Mobility is the European market leader and specialist in the field of disabled vehicle technology. The company is not only a manufacturer, but with over 4,000 vehicles annually, it is also the largest handicapped-accessible vehicle manufacturer in Germany. AMF-Bruns works in the areas of development , production and sales of lifting and loading systems, wheelchair safety systems and vehicle conversions suitable for the disabled in accordance with ISO 9001 quality management .

The mobility area was shaped and managed by Manfred Feldhoff († 2002). The first wheelchair safety systems from AMF-Bruns were invented at the beginning of the 1970s, back then with a bayonet lock . The first static tests will also take place. In 1975 the world's first 4-point retractor wheelchair mounting system is invented. The first dynamic crash tests with the TU Berlin show the high level of security compared to other systems. This was followed by crash tests with Volkswagen in 1977 . The AMF-Bruns restraint system "Protektor" passes the first tests with 20G and becomes standard in Germany. In 2007, the first flexible head and backrest with an integrated shoulder strap for motor vehicles "FutureSafe" was developed and patented. A year later, a calibrated tensile test facility with six cylinders was built. In 2011 “ lean production ” is introduced, with which lifts and vehicles are produced in one line. In addition, the area of the mobility office building will be expanded and expanded in 2012. Furthermore, Hubmatik 2015 will be supplemented by the new construction of the vehicle line for the vehicle size " Caddy class".

Products

Conveyor technology

The product range includes many types of conveyor systems: screw conveyors , chain conveyors , chain bunker, bucket elevators , belt conveyors, screw heat exchanger , Schneckenaustragsböden with bin vent, metering and shut-off valves , manual , electric or pneumatic flat slide, and special systems, thrust and Zugböden and auger blades. When it comes to screw conveyors, a distinction is made between trough screw conveyors, tubular screw conveyors, double screw conveyors and vertical screw conveyors. Continues to offer AMF Bruns Muldengutförderer, Luftgutförderer, Gleitgutförderer, chain conveyor with single strand chain and scraper chain conveyors with fork or plate chain on. The bucket elevators can be divided into belt elevators and chain elevators. The range of services also includes assembly , maintenance , spare parts service , repairs and product training .

mobility

Products include ramps , stretchers , rear reductions and rear sections, head and back supports, power junction adapter , lift systems , wheelchair safety , seating solutions, Smart Floor, treads and VIP seating concept. These products are offered for vehicles from all major automobile manufacturers . The following services are also offered: vehicle collection, training , damage and repair services and vehicle rental.

Locations

AMF-Bruns is represented at 13 company-owned locations worldwide. The company is also active in around 60 countries. In addition to the main factory in Apen , Germany , AMF-Bruns is represented nationally and internationally at the following locations:

Driver service info

The "Fahrdienst-Info" is a company information sheet in printed form and appears quarterly . The content is about news in the area of handicapped accessible vehicle technology , new products , company information, law and standards .

Corporate culture

sustainability

Sustainability is actively integrated into the corporate culture and everyday work is designed to conserve resources . Environmentally relevant factors are therefore taken into account in all work processes . Consistent environmental management makes a contribution to saving natural resources and protecting the environment. Since 2013, electricity has been obtained exclusively from hydropower and gas from renewable sources . In addition, packaging materials are reduced in logistics , for example , and only resource-saving paper is used. Through various optimizations could concrete water consumption reduced by 17%, more than 5 tons of CO ₂ saved, 21% of all waste recycled and packaging materials can be reduced by 24%.

Code of Conduct

The code of conduct of the entire AMF-Bruns GmbH & Co. KG defines the following principles:

Compliance with legal regulations

Preventing Corruption and Bribery

Equal opportunities and equal treatment of employees

Respect the personal dignity , privacy and rights of every individual

Prohibition of child labor

Worker health and safety

environmental Protection

Supply chain - to adequately promote compliance with the contents of the code of conduct on the part of its suppliers

Awards, prizes and certificates

2004 Academie Prize for Road Safety
2005 Rehacare innovation award
CrefoZert creditworthiness certificate since 2012
2013 berufundfamilie audit certificate
2016 audit berufundfamilie certificate
2017 training company of the year
2019 certificate audit berufundfamilie
Certified welding company GSI SLV
Certified management system ZDH ZERT DIN EN ISO 9001
Demographic test - social partnership - certificate from the state of Lower Saxony

Web links

Individual evidence

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