Even as a child, I loved to build things and used to make models of my father’s waterwheels and windmill.
WMF’s growth derived from the production of Sheffield-plate products, such as tea kettles, chandeliers, and lamps. At the same time, the first branch opened in Berlin. This was a real milestone in the expansion of WMF’s business in Germany. These days, the company has around 200 of its own retail stores - 175 city-center stores and 25 outlet stores.
WMF set up its own glassworks in Geislingen, boasting a glass-cutting workshop and engravers. The factory predominantly produced glass inserts for the containers housing the increasingly broad product range. The first WMF cutlery was also brought to the market.
Between 1911 and 1913, WMF invested in its production facilities and employees. At the same time, social policy and welfare were becoming increasingly important. Important developments included the “Millionenbau” staff restaurant and the “Fischhalle”, where workers were served meals.
1930 - The exceptional WMF material: Cromargan® V2A stainless steel was developed by Krupp. In 1930, WMF began marketing the material under the Cromargan® name that has stood for the premium quality and manufacturing expertise inherent in WMF-branded products ever since.
WMF expanded its Made in Germany production to a total of three manufacturing facilities. Shortly after the construction of a new factory in Hayingen in 1955, WMF opened a second in Riedlingen in 1956, moving its entire production of Silit cookware there two years later.
Thanks to its innovative drive, WMF developed new, patented technologies and products with a common goal: for the customer to enjoy the ultimate culinary experience when preparing, cooking, dining, and drinking.
Our award-winning Impulse vacuum flasks secured the “Product Design 2017 Best of the Best” award.
Durable beauty thanks to patented finish
Patented, unique, safe: Cool+ handle technology.
Blades with outstanding, long-lasting sharpness
Durable beauty thanks to patented finish
Patented, unique, safe: Cool+ handle technology.
Blades with outstanding, long-lasting sharpness
Cromargan protect® – enhanced resistance for long-lasting beauty
Cutlery needs to be suitable for daily use and retain its beautiful appearance even after many years of use, regardless how often it is used or whether it has been in the dishwasher. The patented surface finish technology Cromargan protect® fulfills all these requirements. This finish technology is an additional treatment carried out during the production process, which further toughens the surface. This gives Cromargan protect® cutlery enhanced resistance to scratches and to signs of daily wear and tear. Polished surfaces remain permanently shiny, matte surfaces remain matte. Even after many years, the cutlery still looks almost as good as new.
Cromargan protect® – enhanced resistance for long-lasting beauty
Cutlery needs to be suitable for daily use and retain its beautiful appearance even after many years of use, regardless how often it is used or whether it has been in the dishwasher. The patented surface finish technology Cromargan protect® fulfills all these requirements. This finish technology is an additional treatment carried out during the production process, which further toughens the surface. This gives Cromargan protect® cutlery enhanced resistance to scratches and to signs of daily wear and tear. Polished surfaces remain permanently shiny, matte surfaces remain matte. Even after many years, the cutlery still looks almost as good as new.
Don’t get hot under the collar when you’re cooking: Cool+ Technology handles
WMF’s Cool+ handle technology, an innovative joining technique, effectively reduces the thermal transfer from pot to handles. You can now confidently take hold of stainless-steel handles during the cooking process, knowing that they will remain cool, even over prolonged cooking times. This is possible thanks to Cool+ Technology, indicated by the bright red dot on the handles. This is the first patented handle technology to exceed the requirements of DIN EN 12983-1. Please note that WMF recommends the use of oven mitts when used in the oven or for lengthy cooking times.
Don’t get hot under the collar when you’re cooking: Cool+ Technology handles
WMF’s Cool+ handle technology, an innovative joining technique, effectively reduces the thermal transfer from pot to handles. You can now confidently take hold of stainless-steel handles during the cooking process, knowing that they will remain cool, even over prolonged cooking times. This is possible thanks to Cool+ Technology, indicated by the bright red dot on the handles. This is the first patented handle technology to exceed the requirements of DIN EN 12983-1. Please note that WMF recommends the use of oven mitts when used in the oven or for lengthy cooking times.
Unique: WMF knives with Performance Cut – where old meets new
To produce knife blades with outstanding, long-lasting sharpness, WMF combines the virtues of traditional forging with the advantages of the latest precision technology. After forging the blades, they are heat treated in a special furnace, which alters the blade steel's structure, hardening it and allowing it to be ground to sharper angles than was possible before. During the final grinding process, modern precision technology gives the blades their exact, consistent shape. Blades with Performance Cut are exceptionally sharp and retain that sharpness phenomenally well. These blades perform twice as well as the DIN standard requirement.
Unique: WMF knives with Performance Cut – where old meets new
To produce knife blades with outstanding, long-lasting sharpness, WMF combines the virtues of traditional forging with the advantages of the latest precision technology. After forging the blades, they are heat treated in a special furnace, which alters the blade steel's structure, hardening it and allowing it to be ground to sharper angles than was possible before. During the final grinding process, modern precision technology gives the blades their exact, consistent shape. Blades with Performance Cut are exceptionally sharp and retain that sharpness phenomenally well. These blades perform twice as well as the DIN standard requirement.
