Ernst Rehfuss Werkzeugbau GmbH

Ernst Rehfuss Werkzeugbau GmbH is a tool manufacturing company located in Balingen, Germany, established in 1903 by master mechanic Karl Rehfuss. The firm produces pressing and calibration tools as well as cutting and punching tools serving the metal and electrical sectors. Its range also includes E.R.B. paper drills, E.R.B. rubber drills, and tooling plus accessories for mechanical engineering. Under Ernst Rehfuss, the business grew into a supplier for the sealing and plastics industries; during World War II it also made high-precision aircraft components. Sintered metallurgy pressing and calibration tools became a focus from 1970. Ownership passed to Edgar Zimmermann and his sons Gunnar and Torsten Zimmermann in 2007. The company employs a workforce of 50 and sells its products worldwide.