Verschleißtechnik KÄMPFER GmbH
Wire tools

Verschleisstechnik Kämpfer GmbH, established in 1979 and based in Herborn, Germany, is a leading manufacturer and supplier of high-quality wear parts for the wire and cable industry. The company, currently transitioning to its second generation of family ownership, serves leading manufacturers and users of wire drawing, stranding, and stranding machines.

The company's comprehensive product portfolio includes drawing capstans, guide pulleys, drawing tools, annealer contact tubes, wire guide rollers, standard rolls, various eyelets, and ceramic rollers. They specialize in manufacturing drawing dies and cones for single-wire and multi-wire systems, utilizing steel-ceramic composite constructions with zirconium oxide and premium ceramic materials.

Their manufacturing capabilities include state-of-the-art facilities equipped with CNC machine tools for turning, milling, and grinding, their own CAD/CAM system, force-measuring horizontal balancing machine, in-house coating facilities, and a vacuum furnace for sintering VT tungsten carbide coatings. Products are available in various materials including cast iron, coated steel, hardened steel, and ceramic, with diameters up to approximately 1,200 mm.

Beyond manufacturing, Verschleisstechnik Kämpfer offers comprehensive repair services for used drawing tools, including regrinding, polishing, and recoating services to extend tool life and restore original performance. Their business philosophy centers on trust, responsibility, partnership, customer benefit, and passion for quality and continuous improvement.

The company distinguishes itself through innovative solutions, including the development of the first biconical designs of drawing rings. Their products are renowned for their long service life, high wire qualities, and economical use, supported by flexible production systems and extensive stock for reliable, quick delivery.