local business : global expansion through continuous adaptation
The history of Foundry Davergne is one of innovations and records. Today, fully integrated at 100%, it has modestly left its mark within the companies using its services. With over 70 years of existence, it continues its rigorous work to provide quality alloys.
Foundry Davergne
In a few pictures
70 years of history…
First safety padlock made by Raoul Davergne
First step on Aluminium-Bronze
The founder, Raoul Davergne, assembles his initial team of three collaborators.
The company initiates its operations at its historic location : Feuquières en Vimeu. Raoul oversees the trade of locksmith parts.
Arrival of son : Roland Davergne
The company begins diversification into car-systems, valves and electrical applications.
Welcoming the 50th employee to the team.
Arrival of the 3rd generation
Dominique, Patrick, and their sister Béatrice Davergne gradually assumed control of the company.
While the foundry stage established Davergne's reputation, the company now oversees the entire production chain to enhance its service quality. To reinforce this commitment, the company implements its first Enterprise Ressource Planning (ERP).
Successful diversification in the railway sector
The introduction of the first catenary application marks the inception of a continual advancement in this field.
Davergne becomes the 205th company to achieve Railway Quality Assurance out of 5,000 suppliers at that time, solidifying its commitment to quality in the industry.
Innovation & Integration of the Leclercq foundry
In a strategic move, Davergne shifts to electric induction for melting furnaces, bidding farewell to gas furnaces.
Additionally, Eric Janusz, the brother-in-law of the Davergne, joins the team and assumes the management of Leclercq.
Acquisition of Atelier du Bélier's Aluminum-Bronze Business
Over a hundred tools are successfully integrated
TGV speed record
Our high-speed lines are outfitted with our state-of-the-art Aluminium-Bronze components.
Aluminum-Bronze, the alloy setting unprecedented records.
We are proud to announce our first ISO certification.
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Modernization : Upgrading the Machinery
The Company spans over 4000 m².
Expansion of production capacities and implementation of robotic integration.
The Davergne foundry winner of France Relance and the Hauts-de-France region.
Investment in a new generation machine : 5-Axis Machining center (the first of this kind in Europe)
Completely integrated factory: design office, tool shop, foundry, development and control of alloys…
A strategic position in “Hauts-de-France”
End to End Mastery
With an annual capacity exceeding 1000 tons, Davergne Foundry stands as the leading European producer of Aluminium-Bronze. A distinctive feature since 1947: complete integration, starting from the design of foundry tools up to the machining of parts.
Strategic Investments for Sustained Competitiveness
Over the past decade, Foundry Davergne has made substantial investments in its production facilities, including the extension of the melting capacity and the introduction of robots for foundry, cutting, and machining processes. Strengthening the tooling and prototyping service, coupled with the adoption of a next-generation ERP, has further fortified the competitiveness of Foundry Davergne.
Did you know ?
Chronology
History of metals
The use of metals by man since prehistoric times.
