The history of LMD.
From basement workshop to technology solutions manufacturer:
Over two decades, LMD has grown from an idea in a basement into a company that solves industrial challenges with additive manufacturing, automation and function integration.
Michael Hümmeler’s book “Dein Spiel. Deine Regeln.” is published, a new solution for industrial component cleaning is in preparation, and the use of humanoid robots in manufacturing is being explored.
The Elspe stream flood puts the site under water – thanks to the whole team, the first systems are back in operation after just two days.
New materials such as PP and TPU, 3D scanners for digitising real products and an industrial dyeing system expand the range of services.
Chemical smoothing of SLS components makes additively manufactured parts permanently hygienic and cleanable for the first time.
Move to a former joinery in Elspe, first participation in Anuga FoodTec and thus entry into the food industry.
Early realisation that additive manufacturing can fundamentally change industrial functional components.
A new smoothing system, the Bakisto project at EuroShop, a new holding structure and the complete move to the Elspe site.
Custom-fitted TPU face masks via smartphone scan and a conversion kit for EOS P3 systems are developed during the crisis.
Stagnating sales and rising costs force a strategic realignment – more focus on sales, development and transparency towards customers.
New office space, a strengthened management team and a multifunction gripper with integrated electronics that remains in industrial use for many years.
Hümmeler & Ronsdorf GbR gives rise to LMD: the first additively manufactured functional components for industry, the first ISO 9001 certification and the renaming to LMD GmbH & Co. KGaA.