Foundation of an independent "Automation" department within the "Uhren- und Maschinen-Fabrik Ruhla" for the development of automated production processes for the watch industry.
1970-1989A Production in Full Swing
Automation of watch production for mechanical and electronic models.
Development and construction of several cycle lines for the assembly of various watch calibers.
A Production in Full Swing
A Legend Is Born
1973A Legend Is Born
Commissioning of the world's first fully automatic wristwatch movement assembly line. It is used to produce the legendary "Caliber 24" pin lever movement, which has been installed in around 120 million watches.
1989-1991A Long Chapter Ends
Disintegration of "Uhrenwerke Ruhla" with more than 7,000 employees. Creation of over 40 medium-sized companies.
A Long Chapter Ends
A Turning Point
1991A Turning Point
Founding of ruhlamat Automatisierungstechnik GmbH with Karl Mack as Managing Director.
Move to the new location in Marksuhl (site: 45,000 m²).
Establishment of the Chip Card Process Technology and Assembly Technology divisions.
1996A Little More Space, Part 1
Construction of a second production hall.
A Little More Space, Part 1
A Time of Growth
1998A Time of Growth
Founding of the subsidiary ruhlamat China in Suzhou.
Expansion at the main site with a second office building.
Purchase of SMR GmbH.
Certification according to DIN ISO 9001.
1999A Visionary Power Source
Construction of a company-owned wind turbine.
A Visionary Power Source
A Little More Space, Part 2
2003A Little More Space, Part 2
Expansion of production capacity with a third production hall.
2004A New Face
Thomas Mack joins the company as second Managing Director.
A New Face
A Special Award
2006A Special Award
Karl Mack is named "Thuringia's Managing Director of the Year".
Foundation of MACK Holding GmbH.
Turnover of over 25 million euros with 200 employees.
2008A New Home
Move into a new, energy-efficient office building (passive house standard).
A New Home
A Historic Comission
2009A Historic Comission
Receipt of the largest single order to date (> € 6 million).
Change of name to ruhlamat GmbH.
2011A Proud Anniversary
20th anniversary of the company.
Record turnover of € 31.6 million.
Introduction of an environmental management system (ISO 14001).
Foundation of a service branch in Malaysia.
Over 500 employees worldwide in the MACK Group.
A Proud Anniversary
A Further Step towards Independence
2015A Further Step towards Independence
Expansion of the photovoltaic system by 3,100 m².
2016A Quarter of a Century of Existence
25 years of ruhlamat.
Visit by Prime Minister Bodo Ramelow.
A Quarter of a Century of Existence
Training with Distinction
2018Training with Distinction
Award as "Outstanding training company".
Sales record of € 47 million.
20th anniversary of the subsidiary in Suzhou.
Start of the training cooperation with Hirschvogel Aluminium GmbH.
2020An Investment in the Future
Opening of the new training center.
An Investment in the Future
A Digital Awakening
2023A Digital Awakening
Founding of a new business division and establishment of a digital brand.
2025A New Chapter Begins
Sale of the subsidiary ruhlamat China.
Change of name from ruhlamat GmbH to MackSmaTec GmbH.
A New Chapter Begins
Contact us
Do You Have Any Questions about MackSmaTec?
Please feel free to contact us at any time. We will be happy to answer any questions you may have about the company, our corporate philosophy or interview requests.
Your contact person
Nicole HellerLeiterin Marketing & PR+49 36925 929-260Get in Contact now
About us
The Company at a Glance
Since 1991, we have been developing flexible and scalable machine solutions that bring Industry 4.0 to life. Get to know MackSmaTec: Technologically strong, reliable and a partner at eye level.
NoteYou will still find images with ruhlamat branding on our new MackSmaTec website. This will be replaced gradually. Thank you for your understanding.
