The first carbide indexable insert with coating significantly contributes to the success of the single-bladed reamers.
Milestones
1970
Dr Dieter Kress becomes managing director of MAPAL and shifts the focus of the company’s product range onto the reamers.
1974
1977
MAPAL founds its first subsidiary, located in the United States. The company is headquartered in Port Huron, Michigan, due to the proximity of the American automotive industry.
The cafeteria is opened, which acts as more than a staff canteen by hosting parties and anniversary celebrations.
1980
1986
The training workshop has its own space for the first time as it moves into the former police administrative building. This will form the basis for the future training centre.