Greub Machines

What Greub Machines does

Greub Machines SA is a Swiss family-owned industrial machinery distributor and reseller headquartered in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, founded in 1956 and now led by third-generation CEO François-Maxime Greub. The company sells both new precision machines as an authorized distributor for premium OEMs (Schaublin, Sangiacomo, Sablux, Somos) and a curated inventory of 2,400+ second-hand machines, supported by a 5,000+ m² showroom and active sales coverage of more than 50 countries.

Its core technical offering spans CNC turning and milling machines, machining centers, presses, and the proprietary G3 Press brand, which uses servo-driven roller screw technology. Since 2000 the company has held a majority stake in Schaublin Machines SA, giving it both an upstream OEM position and access to design and manufacturing capability, and it operates wholly-owned subsidiary TSA Machines SA for overhaul, retrofit, and contract-machining services.

The business model combines one-time new-machine sales (quote-based pricing) with used-machinery trading and recurring after-sales services. No subscription or recurring-contract pricing is disclosed. End customers are inferred to be precision-manufacturing buyers, including the Swiss watchmaking industry, served through a mix of direct sales, trade-show participation (SIAMS), and a multilingual digital channel. The company is privately held by the founding family and discloses no external funding.

Name

Greub Machines

Legal name

Greub Machines SA

Website

https://greub.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

1956

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Greub Machines SA is a Swiss family-owned industrial machinery distributor founded in 1956, selling new and 2,400+ second-hand precision machines to manufacturers in 50+ countries from La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Machinery Distribution

NAICS

Machine Tool Manufacturing (333517), Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing (33351)

SIC

Machine Tools, Metal Cutting Types (3541), Metalworkg Machinery & Equipment (3540), Special Industry Machinery, Nec (3559)

akta.pro primary industry

CNC Machine Tools (Turning, Milling, Machining Centers) (IMAHADAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Metal Forming & Fabrication Machines (Presses, Bending, Shearing, Stamping) (IMAHADAC), Grinding, Honing & Superfinishing Equipment (IMAHADAE)

Keywords

• Industrial machinery distribution
• CNC machine tools
• Precision lathes
• Used machine dealer
• Machine maintenance services

Headquarters

HQ city

La Chaux-de-Fonds

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Second-hand/used industrial machines: Major revenue stream from selling over 2,400 second-hand machines and accessories in stock. Includes inspection, diagnostics, and optional reconditioning services before sale. Covers conventional and CNC machines across various categories.
2. New industrial machines: Sale of new machines from represented brands (Schaublin, Sangiacomo, Sablux, Somos, G3 Press). These are premium precision machines for manufacturing and machining applications.
3. Preventive maintenance services: Regular maintenance services to prevent breakdowns and maintain machine performance. Provided by qualified technicians for rapid and effective interventions.
4. Overhaul and retrofit services: Machine modernization and refurbishment services to extend equipment life and meet current production requirements. Ensures machines comply with industry standards.
5. After-sales service and technical support: On-site technical assistance, repairs, diagnostics, and spare parts supply to maintain machines fully operational.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Greub Machines is a Swiss industrial machinery distributor that sells new precision CNC machines (turning lathes, machining centers, milling machines, eccentric presses, sandblasting systems, and honing/lapping machines) from represented brands including Schaublin, Sangiacomo, Sablux, G3 Press, and Somos. The company also operates a large second-hand machinery inventory of over 2,400 units and provides full lifecycle services including preventive maintenance, retrofit/overhaul, and after-sales technical support from its 5,000+ m2 facility in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland.

Product overview

Greub Machines is a Swiss industrial machinery dealer established in 1956, offering both new and second-hand machines. The company operates as a multi-brand distributor representing Schaublin (precision lathes and machining centers), Sangiacomo (eccentric presses), Sablux (sandblasting equipment), Presses G3 (servo-driven presses), and Somos (honing/lapping machines). Alongside new equipment sales, Greub maintains over 2,400 second-hand machines in stock and provides comprehensive lifecycle services including preventive maintenance, overhaul, and retrofit. The portfolio spans precision machining, metal surface treatment, and industrial pressing applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Greub: Second-hand machines and accessories sold under the Greub brand, including presses, spindles, and other industrial equipment
• Greub Stock

Products and services

• Schaublin Machines High-precision Swiss-made CNC lathes and machining centers (including 302 Mi CNC and 102 Mi precision lathes) sold under the Schaublin brand, intended for precision machining applications in industrial manufacturing.
• Schaublin Collets Precision collets and collet chucks manufactured by Schaublin SA Delémont, available in standard and ultra-precision (UP) types for high-precision clamping applications.
• Sangiacomo Eccentric Presses C-frame flywheel direct drive eccentric presses (T15, T20 CE) designed for high-speed punching and stamping operations in industrial manufacturing.
• Sablux Sandblasting Equipment Sandblasting cabins and micro-blasting systems including MasterFinish 75, MicroProFinish 75, and SX115S models for surface treatment and preparation of industrial tools and workpieces.
• Presses G3 Servo Presses Servo-driven presses with satellite roller screw technology and Fanuc Power Motion i-Model A control, featuring programmable cutting and folding cycles with motor-controlled strip feed for precise press operations.
• Somos Honing and Lapping Machines Honing, lapping, and superfinishing machines (TPM series) designed for high-precision surface finishing with ball screw vertical axis and closed-loop contact force regulation.
• Used Industrial Machines Over 2,400 second-hand machines and accessories in stock including CNC lathes, milling machines, presses, and barloaders from various manufacturers, with optional diagnostics and reconditioning services before sale.
• Machine Maintenance and Lifecycle Services Preventive maintenance, overhaul/retrofit, after-sales technical support, diagnostics, and spare parts supply for industrial machines throughout their lifecycle, delivered by qualified technicians.

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Schaublin Machines SAcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial reseller of Schaublin Machines, a Swiss precision lathe manufacturer. Greub Machines holds a strategic stake in Schaublin Machines SA and distributes their high-precision CNC lathes and machining centers.
• Schaublin (collets)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial reseller of Schaublin precision collets, manufactured by SCHAUBLIN SA Delémont. Ultra-precision (UP) type collets also available on request.
• SomoscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial reseller of Somos honing and lapping machines. Somos machines are designed for high-precision surface treatment applications.
• SangiacomocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial reseller of Sangiacomo eccentric presses. Sangiacomo specializes in C-frame flywheel direct drive presses for cutting and stamping operations.
• SabluxcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial reseller of Sablux sandblasting and micro-blasting equipment. Products include MasterFinish and MicroProFinish precision blasting systems.
• G3 PresscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial reseller and manufacturer of G3 Press machines. The G3 Press features innovative servo-driven roller screw technology for precise cutting and ironing operations.
• TSA Machines SAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTSA Machines SA, created by Roland Greub, specializes in machine overhaul and machining. Greub Machines can leverage TSA's services for machine refurbishment and precision machining operations.
• Almac SAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAlmac SA, created by Roland Greub in 1982, was dedicated to manufacture of special machines. Previously owned by Tornos SA.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• MachinePoint: International used machinery dealer focused on plastics, metalworking, and packaging equipment. Comparable to Greub's resale and reconditioning model across industrial verticals.
• Surplex: European used industrial machinery dealer and auctioneer with multi-country operations. Most directly comparable peer to Greub's second-hand machine resale business, though operating at materially larger digital scale.
• Schaublin Machines SA: Swiss precision lathe and machining center manufacturer in which Greub holds a strategic majority stake. Direct overlap in product portfolio (102 Mi, 302 Mi CNC) and customer base in Swiss precision manufacturing.

Broad incumbents

• DMG Mori: Global machine tool leader offering CNC turning, milling, and additive systems. Represents the large-scale competitive backdrop against which Greub's niche Swiss precision positioning competes.
• Haas Automation: Largest US-based CNC machine tool builder offering lathes, machining centers, and mills. Competes in Greub's price-sensitive segments, particularly for second-hand CNC units sold to European buyers.
• GF Machining Solutions: Swiss-based division of Georg Fischer providing EDM, milling, and laser texturing systems. Adjacent competitor for precision machining customers in the same Swiss/European industrial base.
• Starrag Group: Swiss-listed high-precision machine tool manufacturer (including Bumotec brand, which Greub resells). Comparable in precision machining category and Swiss industrial heritage, but at significantly larger scale and product breadth.
• Tornos: Swiss manufacturer of automatic turning machines and sliding head lathes; previously owned Almac SA (founded by Roland Greub). Operates in the same Swiss precision turning ecosystem with overlapping customer base.
• Citizen Machinery: Japanese manufacturer of high-precision CNC turning lathes (Citizen Cincom series). Greub resells Citizen machines, making it both a partner and a benchmark competitor in sliding-head turning.

Regional players

• Agathon AG: Swiss precision machine tool specialist in grinding and lapping. Comparable to Greub's Somos honing/lapping offering and shares the Swiss precision manufacturing customer ecosystem.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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