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About Naturmetall
Naturmetall is a brand of Max Blank GmbH from Westheim in Mittelfranken (Middle Franconia): a family business that has been processing metal since 1980/81.
From left: Theresa Blank, Dipl.-Ing. (FH) Thomas Blank (Managing Director), Rosi Blank (Managing Director), Max Blank (Founder and retired Managing Director)
Rule no. 1 for Naturmetall: high quality from the Max Blank manufactory.
We have carried our guiding principle “Heart and Mind” over to Naturmetall with the same passion.
Company history
From tiled stove doors and fireplace inserts to garden products: metalworking runs through every decade.
1980/81
Max Blank High Quality is founded in Westheim. It all begins with the manufacture and sale of tiled stove doors and ventilation doors.
1986
With more than 30 employees, the company holds a market share of 50 percent.
1991
Development and production of tiled stove and fireplace inserts.
1996
Specialisation in renewable raw materials such as firewood logs. Relocation to the edge of the village and continuous expansion of the company premises.
2000
Expansion of exports to France and other countries.
2013
Development of a pellet firing system that operates without electricity or any external energy source.
2015
The pellet innovation is patented. After completing his engineering degree, Thomas Blank takes over the company and adds gas-fired fireplaces to the portfolio.
2018
The Naturmetall brand is born, with a Europe-wide network and more than 100 employees. Today the range comprises over 300 garden products.
How we work
What you can expect when you send an inquiry to Naturmetall.
Made in Germany
Developed and manufactured in our own production facility at our headquarters in Westheim, seamlessly welded and ground.
From one-off pieces to series
Standard products as well as other dimensions, materials and colours.
Personally on site
Our field sales team visits dealers and specialist companies. End customers obtain Naturmetall products through specialist companies in their region.
Personal advice
If there is no specialist company nearby, we will advise you directly by telephone appointment.
Our field sales team comes to you
For dealers and specialist companies, we are there in person: our field sales representatives will be happy to visit you at your premises and advise you on our range, versions and your projects.
You can arrange a visit by phone on +49 9082 9678-0 or via the inquiry form.
Sustainability at our Westheim site
We rely on durable products, high-quality materials and the responsible use of resources.
For us, sustainability means taking responsibility: for our products, our environment and future generations.
around 75%
of our electricity needs are covered by our own photovoltaic systems.
Production air
A large proportion is cleaned and returned to the production cycle.
Talk to us about your project
Personal advice and an individual quotation, directly from the manufacturer or through your specialist company.