Founding Grondmet BV by W.C. van ‘t Wout
Following a long trading history Mr. W.C. van ’t Wout started his own company called Grondmet BV.
History
1962
1964
Founding ELG eisenlegierungen AG
In 1964 Grondmet started its first German venture together with Mr. Kreissel.
1967
Founding first Nickel venture
Looking for long term sources has always been of vital importance to our company.
1968
Founding Greendown Holland BV
While Grondmet focussed on stainless steel and (semi) final products, Greendown Holland focussed on metals and alloys.
1979
Founding JEWO Metaal Stainless Processing BV
In 1979 the stainless steel scrap processing matured. The company grew to be the largest stainless steel scrap processor in the world.
1996
Founding Capricorn Stainless BV
Following the acquisition of JEWO Metaal by Metallgesellschaft, with Capricorn Stainless BV.
2007
Divestment stainless steel scrap processing
Traditional scrap processing no longer fit the new sustainable strategy and as a result was divested of.
2018
Creation of FrontMet B.V. ; return to Core activities ; Stainless Steel Raw Materials
