Our history

1884

Start of business as a manufacturer of bolts and nuts for the railway industry.

1945

Stamping of components for the automotive industry.

1967

Relocation to the current plant in Monthermé (Ardennes, France) near Charleville-Mézières.

1968

Launch of a new division dedicated to the manufacture and sale of lifting equipment for heavy duty vehicles. 

1976

Opening of the American subsidiary in Baltimore, Maryland.

1980

Opening of the Spanish subsidiary in Coslada, Madrid.

1995

 Introduction of ISO 9002 for the manufacture of mobile columns.

2000

SEFAC group employs 90 people worldwide with a consolidated turnover of € 16 M.

2001

SEFAC launches SEFAC Service to offer its customers fast and efficient services for the maintenance of its columns installed worldwide.

2005

SEFAC Group is bought out by its management.

2006

Launch of the English subsidiary in Milton Keynes.