Compact, silent and energy-efficient laminar flow units Published on 20 March 2026 Roxer SA, which specialises in water resistance testing for watches, has developed a number of new laminar flow units that ensure a locally controlled atmosphere. This offers many benefits, including energy efficiency, that could also appeal to medical device manufacturers… With 70 years of expertise and ‘Swiss Made’ know-how, Roxer SA ensures total technical reliability across all its processes, from engineering through to after-sales service. Based in La Chaux-de-Fonds in Switzerland, the company combines an array of standard products with customised solutions meeting the highest industrial standards of precision and quality. Its latest technological innovations include two new laminar flow units: Nano Laminar and Micro Laminar. Demonstrating Roxer’s mastery of ISO 3 requirements, these models have been designed to redefine precision cleanliness, exactly where it is needed, with a unique solution featuring a sleek and ergonomic design. The aim is to ensure a controlled local atmosphere that eliminates dust and microparticles: a vital requirement not only for watchmaking but also for medtech and microtechnology. Three models to cover every need Nano Laminar and Micro Laminar boast a particularly sleek and stylish design (Source: Roxer SA) With work areas of 20x30cm and 50x30cm respectively, Nano Laminar and Micro Laminar are compact, lightweight, silent, user-friendly and energy-efficient equipment models, with energy consumption levels three times lower than a conventional laminar flow unit. They adapt seamlessly to every environment, meaning they can be used at all stages of production, including assembly and control. These models also stand out thanks to their ultra-efficient and adjustable LED lighting, which completely eliminates any shadows. Roxer highlights what it considers a real breakthrough in terms of aesthetics, in that these new laminar flows eliminate the need to enclose workstations, thus improving the user experience as well as the overall environment. A third model, Ultra Laminar, completes this technologically innovative range. It takes the conventional laminar flow unit to the next level, delivering a customised solution that ensures a clean work area while fitting seamlessly into any type of workbench. Optional accessories and customisations Ultra Laminar provides a tailor-made solution for workbenches (source: Roxer SA). The Nano Laminar and Micro Laminar models are offered as standard in a tabletop version or in a workbench version with a work surface. Customers can also choose: the colour scheme of the various surfaces, or a laminated wood finish; a height-adjustment option; armrests. The armrests provide extra comfort by supporting users’ forearms and allowing them to make more precise movements. You can find Roxer SA at stand B25 at EPHJ 2026. https://www.roxer.ch/en/

Leveraging watchmaking precision for medical tubes Published on 20 March 2026 PX Group is celebrating half a century of know-how in precision metallurgy this year. The company has successfully leveraged its expertise in tubular components for watchmaking to meet the stringent quality requirements of the medical sector, particularly implantology. As with many Swiss companies, PX Group’s historical watchmaking know-how has been the key technological driver behind its diversification. Until the late 1990s, consummate expertise in shaping ultra-high-precision tubular components was required to manufacture watch bands made up of hollow preformed and brazed links. This expertise has enabled the Group to master the process of forming thin tubes, manufacturing extremely thin walls and producing complex geometries, while also ensuring dimensional regularity and impeccable quality. This precision culture, inherited from the watchmaking industry, has naturally paved the way for new high-value-added applications in niche markets, such as the medical sector, with PX Group leveraging this know-how to pivot into the creation of tubes for endoscopy. In doing so, it is pushing the technical boundaries even further with the development of variable-section tubes, meeting the most demanding requirements. Marker bands and electrodes Drawing also on its internal expertise in casting and precious-metal processing, the Group has extended its expertise to marker bands and electrodes. These components – key to the proper functioning of medical devices for use inside the human body – enable specific functions such as positioning, measurement and signal transmission. Marker bands are used in catheters, stents and other implantable devices. Being radiopaque, they are visible under X-rays. This allows healthcare professionals to position and track them accurately during procedures. Like electrodes, marker bands also serve as electrical contacts to ensure reliable connectivity in devices such as pacemakers. The materials used are highly conductive and resistant to corrosion, resulting in long-lasting performance. These components also help ensure the precision of measuring devices, thus guaranteeing the reliability of the tools used to monitor vital signs and assess treatments. High-precision production using quality materials The materials used in the production of marker bands and electrodes are selected for their superior electrical, mechanical and bio-compatible properties. Some of the most commonly used alloys are: platinum and alloys: platinum, 10% platinum–iridium and 20% platinum–iridium; gold and alloys: gold, copper–silver gold and 3N18; palladium and alloys: palladium and palladium–silver. PX Group offers components made from platinum, gold and palladium (source: PX Group). The in-house refining process delivers high levels of durability, precision and bio-compatibility, making these products the perfect choice for sophisticated medical applications. PX Group produces fully traceable, customisable rings with a length ranging from 0.4 to 20 mm, an external diameter from 0.3 to 4 mm and a wall thickness of up to 25 microns (around one-third of the thickness of a hair). This level of precision required the continuous improvement of industrial processes, particularly in high-precision laser cutting. The company is also working on developing fine polishing solutions tailored to the extreme requirements of these applications. Investment in production facilities In 2025, PX Group acquired a third laser to meet growing demand: a femtosecond laser which will enable the Group to combine its expertise in laser machining and small-diameter wires to ensure optimal precision. This investment opens up new prospects in this market, with the new machine enabling the company to double its production of marker bands and medical electrodes. You can find PX Group at stand J55 at EPHJ 2026. https://pxgroup.com/en/home/medical/

High-precision springs for medical applications Published on 20 March 2026 As a designer and manufacturer of custom springs, RISA uses its expertise and experience to support the most demanding industrial sectors. These naturally include watchmaking and medtech, where precision and reliability are paramount. Based in Courgenay in the Swiss Jura, at the heart of an industrial fabric historically linked to mechanical precision, Ressorts Industriels SA , or RISA for short, has been designing and manufacturing springs since 1959. Its precision springs are used in the most demanding sectors – watchmaking, of course, but also medical technology, microtechnology, electrical engineering, aerospace and robotics. RISA’s technical expertise means that it can meet highly stringent specifications, while its unique know-how in the production of custom springs offers significant potential for growth. Each spring produced undergoes dynamic testing and vision inspection. Source : Ressorts Industriels SA[/caption] All types of springs The company has expertise in all major spring types: compression, extension and torsion springs, wire forms, flat and stamped springs, as well as various components for use in watch cases and movements. This versatility enables it to support its customers from the design phase through to industrial production, while offering solutions tailored to the specific constraints of each application. Although they often go unnoticed by the public, springs are found in countless everyday objects and technical devices. For all their apparent simplicity, these components play a vital functional role: their dynamic behaviour allows them to store and release energy, so contributing directly to the operation of the mechanisms in which they are used. In fields such as watchmaking and medtech, where precision and reliability are key, the design and manufacture of these parts demand a very high level of quality. From watchmaking to medtech Over the years, the company has developed its expertise to build real technological bridges between the watchmaking market – historically its core business – and the medical technology sector. Its ability to work with extremely fine wires and produce complex geometries has been a major asset in this process. This expertise naturally translates into the manufacture of components for orthodontic instruments, surgical tools and respirators. Meanwhile, these skills continue to serve the needs of the watchmaking industry, particularly for movement, case and clasp components. Quality closely monitored Dynamic test benches and unit vision inspection systems are used to check the conformity and repeatability of the parts produced – two essential criteria for devices where failure is not an option. The knowledge acquired in alloy selection, heat treatments and surface finishes also helps to ensure operational excellence in the approach to these manufacturing processes. While these synergies between watchmaking and medtech offer valuable growth opportunities, they also increase organisational requirements. For an SME like RISA, this development presents both a challenge and the opportunity to further raise its standards and consolidate its position as a trusted partner for high-value-added industrial applications. It should also be noted that the company has a structured management system certified by a number of internationally recognised standards: ISO 9001 for quality management, ISO 13485 for medical devices, ISO 14001 for the environment and ISO 45001 for employee health and safety. You can find RISA at stand H16 at EPHJ 2026. ressortsindustriels.ch

AZUREA: A CDMO specialising in complex micro-mechanical applications Published on 20 March 2026 While the Azurea Group has forged a strong reputation in the watchmaking industry thanks to more than a century of expertise in this area, its subsidiary Azurea Microtechnique has shifted much of the focus of its activities to the medical sector since 2018. This ISO 13485-certified company positions itself as a one-stop shop supplying complete micro-mechanical sub-assemblies. Azurea Microtechnique est basée à Bévilard, dans le canton de Berne en Suisse. Azurea Microtechnique has inherited the Group’s historical expertise in miniaturisation and precision. “It makes sense for us to leverage our expertise in small products from watchmaking in order to pivot to the medtech industry, which is constantly seeking to reduce space,” explains Yohann Viennet, CEO of the Azurea Group. “This means we’re now having to comply with dimensional constraints that come close to those of watchmaking.” He highlights another commonality between the two sectors: “As even the slightest blemish is a no-no in both medtech and watchmaking, our machining must be controlled down to the micron level, although this isn’t necessarily required by the dimensional tolerances given in the technical specifications.” One-stop shop service Azurea Microtechnique’s operations go far beyond the Group’s historical machining activities, as the company has specialised in producing complex assemblies for micro-mechanical applications. For this purpose, it has acquired additional in-house resources and skills – passivation, laser marking and assembly in ISO 5 and ISO 7 cleanrooms (gluing, pressing, crimping, screwing, welding) – and also draws on other activities in which the Group has expertise, such as cutting, grinding and milling. “In every case, Azurea Microtechnique remains the customer’s single point of contact,” says Viennet. “We manage all the supplies and provide them with a finished and functional sub-assembly.” In other words, from design for manufacturing onwards, the customer can hand over to Azurea Microtechnique the end-to-end industrialisation of components or complete functions, while benefiting from its infrastructure and industrial equipment for series production, with quality being monitored through automated process control (APC). An approach based primarily on the function of the delivered unit What sets Azurea Microtechnique apart is that its approach isn’t limited to manufacturing a part, but focuses primarily on guaranteeing that the customer’s part will actually deliver the specified functionality. The company has particular expertise in four main functional areas: . seals; . clips; . transmission and delivery systems; and . cutting/slicing. For example, as far as seals are concerned, the company worked on a medical-grade stainless steel implantable valve connector for treating hydrocephalus. The main difficulty here was ensuring that the seal would be maintained under pressure. Another example of the company’s activities, combining its expertise with both seals and clips, was a facility for cleaning and disinfecting dental hand instruments. Azurea Microtechnique produced the entire micro-mechanical system for connecting and injecting the fluid. This project involved three difficulties: ensuring a sealed interface between the cleaning equipment and the hand-held device, with the latter clipping onto the equipment; making sure that the fluid passes through all the channels of the hand-held device without any leaks; choosing the appropriate material and design to prevent the corrosion to the equipment caused by the cleaning agent. In terms of transmission and drive systems, there is the micro-mechanical pumping and regulation system of various insulin pumps.   Finally, the company’s expertise in cutting/slicing can be seen in, for instance, an ophthalmic device for corneal ablation.   “We’re fortunate enough to be able to call on a team of expert engineers with advanced skills in industrialisation, methods, metrology and quality,” adds Viennet.       Comprehensive regulatory support   Beyond functional security, the customer can rely on Azurea Microtechnique for all the regulatory aspects relating to the qualification and industrialisation of their product. The company provides them with a full technical dossier including all the installation qualification (IQ)/operational qualification (OQ)/performance qualification (PQ) stages, the production part approval process (PPAP), the process capability index (Cpk) and the calibration and measurement capability (CMC). You can find Azurea Microtechnique at stand A66 at EPHJ 2026. https://azurea.ch/en/medtech/ Facebook Twitter Youtube Share this article

Quality and compliance training for medtech companies Published on 20 March 2026 Quality – a value integral to both watchmaking and medtech – is at the heart of Ariaq’s expertise. The company offers medical device manufacturers training courses geared towards quality management and, more broadly, regulatory compliance. Ariaq describes itself as a training and consulting centre for quality and performance. In the medtech sector, precision is not confined to manufacturing but extends to regulatory compliance, process traceability and quality system control. Every medical device placed on the market is subject to strict requirements, making quality both a strategic lever and a regulatory obligation. Against this backdrop, Ariaq helps companies and professionals in the medical device industry to enhance their skills and practices through specialised training and practical support. In line with this approach, Ariaq is also involved in the Swiss quality ecosystem, in particular through its support for the Swiss Association for Quality (SAQ), thereby contributing to the development and recognition of quality and performance skills. Structuring processes and ensuring regulatory compliance The development and marketing of medical devices requires a thorough understanding of regulatory standards and quality management systems. To enable companies to structure their processes and ensure regulatory compliance, Ariaq offers a range of training courses on the following topics: ISO 13485-compliant quality management systems The EU Medical Devices Regulation (MDR) and regulatory requirements for medical devices ISO 14971-compliant risk management Quality audits in the medtech environment Process validation and control Document management and regulatory traceability These training courses enable quality, regulatory affairs, production and R&D teams to better understand industry requirements and integrate best practices from the earliest stages of product development. A pragmatic, industry-focused approach Ariaq’s approach is based on a simple concept: transforming regulatory requirements into effective operational practices. The training courses offered are based on real-life industry cases to help professionals: structure their quality system in accordance with ISO 13485 incorporate MDR and US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requirements into their processes ensure risk management and traceability effectively prepare for regulatory inspections and audits This approach enables medtech companies to boost compliance while enhancing the robustness of their industrial processes. You can find Ariaq at stand M88 at EPHJ 2026. www.ariaq.ch     Facebook Twitter Youtube Share this article

More compact, PX calibres transcend the Sphérillon Published on 15 December 2025 The horological UFOs known as Sphérillon—a contraction of “sphere” and “tourbillon”—are undergoing a revolution: now more compact, promising additional functions, and even capable of evolving into automatic calibres. The most avant-garde watch brands are set to experience new, improbable thrills. Under the name PX, the art of the tourbillon enters a new dimension. At EPHJ 2025 First unveiled in Geneva in 2022 at the high-precision trade show by Purtec, the company of “crazy movements” founded in 2021 in Vallorbe by Arnaud Faivre and integrated into the Tec-Group Swiss, this invention by master watchmaker and Gaïa Prize laureate Éric Coudray now opens up fresh applications. “Talented designer and master watchmaker Éric Coudray named his tourbillon ‘Sphérillon’ to simply define its main technical specificity,” noted journalist and watchmaker Vincent Daveau in a Swiss horology journal. He recalled that “in 1801, Abraham-Louis Breguet also christened his cage ‘tourbillon,’ as it performed a regular rotation to cancel out balance defects of the regulating organ inside—because once the watch was running, the component seemed to whirl.” A Concentration of Feats Inspiring Creativity Rarely has a mechanical calibre embodied such a blend of enchantment, kinetics, chronometric complexity, and precision. Now, under the PX designation, the celebrated Sphérillon has been reduced in size, making it more accessible for those returning to the design of timepieces with more “reasonable” dimensions—aligned with the global trend back to 40 mm diameters, or even smaller. This roadmap also brought an inevitable gain in reliability thanks to fewer components overall. Notably, the thickness remains at 9.46 mm—even in “full options” versions—and the 50-hour power reserve is still guaranteed. ‘A calibre housed in a case that stays true to the current trend of watches returning to around 40 mm in diameter, with a tonneau and square shape.’? Photographer and graphic artist Jérôme Saillard has demonstrated through case studies that countless combinations are possible. “The mainplate has been optimized to optionally integrate additional functions: two options for power reserve display (at 6 o’clock or 4 o’clock), the addition of a seconds hand aligned with the off-centered hour track while preserving clear legibility of the hour and minute hands, and not forgetting the automatic winding system,” explains Bastien Maillefer, Purtec’s head of watchmaking.  Prestigious brands lining up Under the PX designation, these evolutions of the Sphérillon are hyper-complex micromechanical constructions, already being tested for months on the wrists of Purtec’s watchmakers. There is little doubt that this vast territory of new technical and aesthetic possibilities will soon inspire the most prestigious houses of haute horlogerie to create pieces that go far beyond mere “talking pieces.” https://purtec-movements.com PX Purtec calibres 21,600 vph, technology and materials With reduced diameter and thickness, the PX calibres fit seamlessly into tonneau cases (32.8 mm from 3–9h and 34.3 mm from 12–6h), as well as square or round designs. The rotation speed of the titanium outer cage of the tourbillon remains at 30 seconds, ensuring extraordinary visual appeal. To achieve greater inertia despite the smaller size, the balance arms and weights are crafted in solid gold. Meanwhile, the outer terminal curves of the Breguet spirals at the heart of these calibres—beating at 3 Hertz, or 21,600 vibrations per hour—are shaped internally in the “Philips” style. Joël A. Grandjean / 1876 News Sienna Private Equity joins TEC Group On October 17, 2025, TEC Group, founded in 2008 by Arnaud Faivre, announced the entry of Sienna Private Equity (SPE), a European mid-market private equity fund, as an investor. The transaction coincides with the acquisition of AMC Technologies, a leader in precision tool manufacturing. The combined group will be led by Arnaud Faivre and Stéphane Vagne. TEC Group is a recognized supplier to Switzerland’s luxury watch industry, specializing in the production of essential components for mechanical movements and partnering with some of the most prestigious watchmaking houses. With SPE’s backing, TEC Group aims to accelerate its growth trajectory—both organically and through strategic acquisitions—while expanding the range of services offered to its clients. News 15 December 2025 More compact, PX calibres transcend the Sphérillon 15 December 2025 Innovation Digest EPHJ 2025 – The Future of High Precision, Down to the Micron! 15 December 2025 Best wishes ! 15 December 2025 Strategic acquisition in the world of custom packaging Show all news Facebook Twitter Youtube Share this article

Innovation Digest EPHJ 2025 – The Future of High Precision, Down to the Micron! Published on December 15, 2025 A comprehensive overview of the 85 innovations set to transform watchmaking, jewellery, medtech and microtechnology. The EPHJ Trade Show, a true international platform for high precision, has released its Innovation Digest 2025, a trilingual edition (FR/EN/DE) showcasing 85 breakthroughs unveiled this year by start-ups, SMEs, and leading industry groups. It offers a concentrated view of product, machine, and process advances: extreme miniaturization, surface treatments, new materials, laser applications, data/AI-assisted quality control, and industrial sustainability. These innovations serve the high-precision sectors, helping preserve expertise while boosting competitiveness. ‘This Digest highlights solutions ready for production and ideas ready to grow. It is a working tool for manufacturers, design offices, industrial teams and R&D decision-makers, who will find new ideas and inspiration to accelerate concrete projects,’ emphasises Alexandre Catton, director of the EPHJ trade show. The publication comes at a time when innovation is increasingly recognized as a driver of growth. The 2025 Nobel Prize in Economics honored Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion, and Peter Howitt for their research on innovation-led growth, underscoring how technological progress and “disruptive innovation” shape long-term prosperity. Through this non-exhaustive list, this directory, EPHJ continues its mission: to give visibility to excellence, foster cross-pollination between watchmaking, jewellery, microtech, and medtech, and accelerate connections between brands and suppliers. The Innovation Digest complements the show’s other initiatives, such as the Exhibitors’ Grand Prix, the Innovation Forum, and roundtables that make EPHJ the key convergence point for precision expertise and industrialization. Facebook Twitter Youtube Share this article

Best wishes ! Published on 15 December 2025 More than ever, in 2026, EPHJ will remain at your side to promote your expertise and give visibility to your teams  Even though 2025 has somewhat shaken up our bearings, the high-precision sectors have shown exemplary resilience. The EPHJ 2025 trade show was the best proof of this, with an increase in the number of exhibitors to 800 companies, more than 23,000 trade visitors, nearly a hundred innovations unveiled and a healthy volume of business initiated or concluded. The end of the year also seems to be bringing us some brighter prospects. With the announced easing of US tariffs, the horizon is clearing and reinforcing our conviction that together we will be able to turn challenges into opportunities. More than ever, in 2026, EPHJ will remain at your side to: Promote your expertise and give visibility to your teams, Showcase your innovations and accelerate their adoption, Support you in your diversification projects towards high-precision growth markets, particularly medtech and aerospace. The entire EPHJ team thanks you for your trust and wishes you a wonderful holiday season and all the best for a promising 2026, thanks to your skills and talent. We look forward to seeing you in the field or from 16 to 19 June 2026 at Geneva-Palexpo! The EPHJ team News 15 December 2025 More compact, PX calibres transcend the Sphérillon 15 December 2025 Innovation Digest EPHJ 2025 – The Future of High Precision, Down to the Micron! 15 December 2025 Best wishes ! 15 December 2025 Watch Medtech Challenge 2025: when watchmaking inspires the medicine of the future Show all news Facebook Twitter Youtube Share this article

Watch Medtech Challenge 2025: when watchmaking inspires the medicine of the future Published on 15 December 2025 Every year, the Watch Medtech Challenge highlights Swiss excellence at the intersection of watchmaking technology and medical innovation. In 2025, five finalist projects are competing for recognition with bold proposals that blend mechanical precision, biomedical expertise, and forward-looking vision. his edition highlights two particularly inspiring initiatives: DAES SA, with its digital simulation of the human torso, and BEMRC SA, with its fully mechanical syringe driver. BEMRC SA – A mechanical syringe pump with watchmaker precision   1. DAES SA – Digital Modeling to Transform the Treatment of Lower Back Pain Lower back pain affects up to 75% of the adult population: a true modern scourge. Confronting this public health challenge, DAES SA, based in Petit-Lancy, is developing a digital model of the human torso to precisely simulate biomechanical interactions between medical devices and the human body. Their approach, aligned with international validation standards (ASME V&V40), optimises device design in the preclinical phase by reducing reliance on lengthy and costly physical testing. Continuously enriched, this digital torso anticipates complications, evaluates mechanical performance, and supports personalized rehabilitation strategies. It marks a new era in Medtech design—one where technology serves prediction, safety, and above all, tangible patient benefit. 2. BEMRC SA – A mechanical syringe pump with watchmaker precision Who would have thought that a spring inspired by watch barrels could find its place in a medical device? That is the bold innovation of BEMRC SA, the engineering firm based in Noës/Sierre, which has unveiled a fully mechanical syringe driver capable of ensuring continuous infusion through a winding mechanism. With no battery or backup power supply, this system relies entirely on mechanical energy, offering a simple, robust and reliable solution in constrained or critical environments. Elegant yet functional, this innovation sits at the crossroads of watchmaking and healthcare, paving the way for autonomous, precise medical devices—ideal for responding to power outages or operating in regions with limited energy resources. 3. What happens next? These two projects, along with the other finalists to be presented in the next edition, will benefit from tailored support by the Inartis Foundation—from prototype development to market access and industrialization. The Watch Medtech Challenge is not just another competition. It is a showcase of unique Swiss know-how, capable of transforming centuries-old watchmaking principles into tomorrow’s healthcare solutions. And when these ideas take shape, the entire ecosystem—patients, clinicians, engineers—stands to gain. Congratulations to DAES SA and BEMRC SA for their commitment and ingenuity. One step closer to a future where mechanical News 23 March 2026 DeviceMed, the Leading Technical Magazine for the Medtech Industry 20 March 2026 Innovative surface treatments for implants and instruments 20 March 2026 Your one-stop shop for grinding and polishing 20 March 2026 Compact, silent and energy-efficient laminar flow units Show all news Facebook Twitter Youtube Share this article

Strategic acquisition in the world of custom packaging Published on 15 December 2025 With the acquisition of CDF Emballage, the Weepackup Group secures a new production site at the very heart of Switzerland’s watchmaking hub. Two family-run companies united under the reassuring banners of ethics and continuity. From now on, they operate as one. Aside from a streamlined graphic identity for CDF Emballage, no visible changes are apparent—though behind the scenes, synergies are naturally taking shape to drive greater efficiency. Unsung players in a value chain The paths of the Weepackup group and CDF Emballage in La Chaux-de-Fonds are similar. Their trades and expertise converge around the same market expectations. Essential yet often overlooked, these “industrial packagers” work in the shadows of a value chain where their indispensable role is vital: protecting technical creations of diverse, unique, and sometimes improbable shapes. Fragile, breakable, precious, or bulky—all share a common denominator: once produced, they must be transported from the manufacturing site to the client or end consumer. The more complex the finished piece, component, or assembled system, the more its packaging must be specifically designed and engineered. Logistics, including deadlines and costs, must be mastered down to the smallest detail. A bouquet of expertise, rooted in proximity A company specializing in multi-material custom packaging inevitably works with cardboard, wood, and foam. These unique, tailored solutions—sometimes even flight cases—are the result of a wide range of skills that the group has chosen to fully internalize from design, via its in-house engineering office, to production in its factories. Among the many factors to balance are eco-responsibility, weight, handling, and ergonomics. In this equation, the addition of a new production site —strategically located at the crossroads of watchmaking and its sister industries—further strengthens the group’s network of five existing facilities. Five production sites, one human-scale group “Industrial packaging is far more complex and indispensable than it might appear. The products we package are often of high added value, which makes protection a critical issue. That is why we decided to internalize every stage of the process to maintain full control over quality. From design—through technical drawings, ergonomic analysis (since packaging must integrate seamlessly into our clients’ production lines, user-friendliness is key), eco-responsibility, and more—to execution across our various production sites, we manage everything from A to Z,” explains Thomas Grégoire, Director of Development at Weepackup and CEO of CDF Emballages in La Chaux-de-Fonds. Weepackup, in brief The group was founded in 1947 as a sawmill, later evolving into a crate manufacturer before diversifying into multi-material packaging—wood, cardboard, and foam. In 2020–2021, Pack Up joined the group, strengthening expertise in foam transformation. Finally, in 2024, CDF Emballage and its 25 employees in La Chaux-de-Fonds became part of the group, enabling the Swiss market to benefit from a local production solution in a sector where proximity and responsiveness are essential. Founded in 1978 under the name Caisserie de la Fiaz, the family-run CDF Emballage gradually specialized in custom multi-material packaging, mirroring the group’s trajectory. Its craftsmanship and family values leave no doubt about the synergies created by this new alliance. https://cdf-emballage.ch             News 15 December 2025 More compact, PX calibres transcend the Sphérillon 15 December 2025 Innovation Digest EPHJ 2025 – The Future of High Precision, Down to the Micron! 15 December 2025 Best wishes ! 15 December 2025 Strategic acquisition in the world of custom packaging Show all news Facebook Twitter Youtube Share this article