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WEIMA America Celebrates 25 Years in the North American Market

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WEIMA America, Inc. marked a significant milestone, celebrating its 25th anniversary in the North American market with a two-day event at its Fort Mill, SC headquarters. The occasion was attended by team members, partners, and esteemed guests, including Peter Rössler, founder of WEIMA, and Managing Partner, Martin Friz, who traveled from Germany to join the festivities. The Carolina fall provided a welcoming atmosphere, adding to the celebratory spirit.

A brief history and a global exchange of ideas

Founded in 1999 in Fort Mill, South Carolina, WEIMA America, Inc. was the vision of Peter Rössler, who saw immense potential in the North American market. Rössler, having established WEIMA Maschinenbau, GmbH in Germany nearly two decades earlier, recognized Fort Mill’s strategic location near East Coast ports and major interstates as ideal for importing and distributing large machinery.

Since then, WEIMA has grown to serve a broad range of industries, providing shredders for plastics, paper, waste-to-energy, metals, and more. With the addition of briquette and drainage presses, WEIMA has solidified its global leadership in size reduction technology.

WEIMA America location Fot MIll in the morning hours

WEIMA America in Fort Mill, SC, USA

Ahead of the celebration, an international sales meeting was held, fostering collaboration and discussing recent projects and global applications of WEIMA's machinery. While the celebration was primarily in honor of the growth the company has seen in North America, this gathering of team members from around the world highlighted WEIMA’s commitment to innovation and growth on a global scale.

Live Machinery Demonstrations Showcase WEIMA Technology

The event commenced with a day of live demonstrations at the North American headquarters, attracting vendors, dealers, OEMs, business partners, and prospective clients. Ten live demonstrations showcased WEIMA’s versatile machinery, including applications such as aluminum can compression, wood dust briquetting, and bathtub shredding. Approximately 45 guests attended, gaining valuable insights into the functionality and efficiency of WEIMA’s technology.

Celebrating Together

The celebration continued with a cocktail reception on Thursday evening, featuring live entertainment by Trial by Fire, a Journey tribute band. The evening’s festivities, including a photo booth and souvenirs, fostered a sense of camaraderie among WEIMA employees and attendees. Madison Burt, CEO of WEIMA America, Inc., expressed gratitude for the ongoing support and dedication of the WEIMA team and partners, emphasizing the strength of the extended WEIMA family.

25th anniversary event

A 25th anniversary event in the evening

A live band with lots of lights

A big celebration to mark 25 years

Big outdoor party in fine weather

Man talking to several people at a party

At a 25th anniversary celebration, people sit at a table and eat

A group of people talking at a party

People stand on stage and are photographed

At the anniversary celebration, people are outside talking, drinking and having fun

A Night of Reflection and Reconnection

The anniversary celebration concluded on Friday evening with a formal dinner, where current and former employees gathered to commemorate this momentous achievement. WEIMA’s founder, Peter Rössler, shared stories from the company’s early days in the North American market, while Managing Partner Martin Friz reflected on the past 25 years and expressed optimism for the future. The walk down Memory Lane was accompanied by good food and lots of laughs.

The end of the anniversary celebration

Current and former employees come together

All employees celebrate this significant success

Several people talk to each other

Martin Friz reflected on the past 25 years

Two people greet each other warmly at the party

Several people talk to each other

A group of people taking a photo together

One person stands at the front with a microphone in their hand

Three people have a nice conversation with each other while standing in a circle at a party

A large group of people talking at a party

A few people are standing outside and talking there

Two WEIMA glasses stand on a table

"We are so proud of the accomplishments we have achieved in the first 25 years of our existence in North America. With the solid team we have in place, the future is unlimited and exciting!"

-Madison Burt, Chief Executive Officer of WEIMA America, Inc.

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