No sector in Schaffhausen epitomises the canton's versatile and future-oriented industrial expertise as impressively as the materials sector.
What began in the early 18th century as a smelting works in the Mühlental valley has developed over the years into a cross-industry centre of expertise for materials technology.
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When Johann Conrad Fischer built a smelting works for the production of cast steel in June 1802, little did he realise that he was laying the foundations for a success story that had already lasted over two hundred years. He was followed by other pioneers such as
IWC, Alusuisse,
SIG and the worsted yarn spinning mill, with which the canton of Schaffhausen acquired a wide range of material expertise at an early stage.
Building on this diverse business landscape, numerous other key players have established themselves over the years, including the Swiss expert network in the field of material technology in Schaffhausen. Another strength of Schaffhausen in the field of materials technology lies particularly in the plastics industry today, with its numerous interfaces to other industries such as medical technology, the automotive industry, or tool and machinery manufacturing.
By proactively connecting traditional industrial pioneers with dynamic high-tech experts from business and research, the canton continuously creates conditions for a strong, interconnected environment in the field of material technology. Thus, the canton of Schaffhausen provides fertile ground for those companies that want to actively shape the future from the forefront.
In Schaffhausen, the distances to business, research and decision-makers are short. This is where entrepreneurs and international companies meet concentrated industrial expertise and collaboration. A region worth living in - A region for makers!
Business Location Schaffhausen with the attractive cost environment, the proximity to Zurich airport, the high technical competence, and the application spirit is the perfect business location for a successful future. With us, you will find more return on your investment!
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