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Cooperation between AVION & Cieffe Thermal Systems
February 08, 2024
Italian equipment manufacturer Cieffe Thermal systems S.r.l and Germany based AVION Europe GmbH & Co. KG just announced a strategic cooperation for services, spare parts as well as new equipment for the German eat treatment market.
“Starting from March 1st 2024 AVION Europe will be engaged with our German customers supplying original Cieffe spare parts and all services around our furnace lines. This includes brick work, maintenance and revamping or upgrading productive assets to industry 4.0/5.0 of almost 600 furnaces in the German market” explains Peter Schweighofer, CEO of Cieffe International based in Zug, Switzerland.
As part of our growth strategy, we are happy to announce the single most important expansion into the German market by engaging with one of the most experienced and locally rooted German service companies as a partner. Adressing our customers needs while equally expanding our franchise for international customers alike is a value chain addition on both sides of the equation”, Schweighofer concluded. “Responding to the needs of our customers and at the same time expanding our offering for international customer groups in equal measure is an addition to the value chain on both sides of the equation,” concludes Schweighofer.
Hagen (Westfalen) based AVION Europe started its business in Germany in 1995.
After ten years of selling quality spare parts, AVION in the last 15 years developed to a full Service company in the industrial heat treatment industry.
“For AVION Europe this cooperation is a mile stone in its company history, and we are happy to support one of the major players in the European furnace market” Roland Caminades, Managing Director of AVION Europe comments the development.
The official announcement was published by Angelo Scipione (Sales Director Cieffe) and Sebastian Köchling (Co-Director of AVION Europe) during the first AVION Customer Convention (ACC) in Kleve.
AtmoVac – A new company founded by AVION Europe
November 14, 2023
Avion Europe, a leading supplier of industrial furnace and curing equipment technology, is pleased to announce the formation of its subsidiary AtmoVac GmbH. This pioneering initiative was first presented at the Hardening Congress 2023 in Cologne, where it met with great interest and a positive response.
The establishment of AtmoVac GmbH marks a significant step for Avion Europe towards more comprehensive solutions for the heat treatment industry. AtmoVac specializes in the development and supply of innovative solutions for salt baths, atmospheric furnaces (including bogie hearth furnaces, chamber furnaces and continuous furnaces), endogas generators without flaring and vacuum furnaces.
AtmoVac GmbH was received with great enthusiasm at the hardening congress. The presentation at the Avion stand not only attracted existing partners, but also aroused the interest of new potential customers, suppliers and service providers.
“The founding of AtmoVac is a milestone for us,” says Roland Caminades, Managing Director of Avion Europa. “This subsidiary enables us to offer our customers an even broader range of solutions and further strengthen our commitment to innovation and quality in the industry.”
AtmoVac GmbH will not only operate as an independent unit, but will also work closely with Avion Europa in order to utilize synergies and ensure professional maintenance and support once the systems have been commissioned. Customers can rely on the proven quality and reliability that Avion Europa is known for, coupled with AtmoVac’s specialized expertise.
We invite you to learn more about AtmoVac and the exciting opportunities this new initiative offers the industry. Visit our website for more information: https://atmovac.de/
Hardening Congress 2023 in Cologne: AVION and AtmoVac ensure beaming faces!
November 01, 2023
The 2023 Hardening Congress in Cologne was a great success, and we at AVION Europe and AtmoVac are thrilled to have been part of it. In the usual professional setting, we were able to present important information and interesting news to our business partners.
Our well-attended AtmoBar provided a great atmosphere and will certainly remain in positive memory. Even if you haven’t found time to visit us, don’t hesitate to contact us for new projects. We are always ready to help you, whether it is brick lining, maintenance, repairs or modernization. We have a variety of solutions including conversions from S5 to S7, AVION SCADA systems, hydrogen burners and visualizations.
If you need complete new plants, our subsidiary AtmoVac GmbH is there for you. We offer solutions for salt baths, atmospheric furnaces (including bogie hearth furnaces, chamber furnaces and continuous furnaces), endogas generators without flaring and vacuum furnaces.
And don’t forget about our extensive parts store for virtually all furnace types and brands, including radiant tubes, furnace chains, retorts, recuperators, fan blades and more.
Thank you very much for visiting our booth. In the coming days, we will be contacting all visitors by phone or in person to elaborate on the issues raised at the show. This applies to prospects and customers as well as to new suppliers and service providers. Together we can succeed!
If further topics and services have arisen from your discussions at the trade fair, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are here for you to discuss and resolve your concerns.
With warm regards,
Your teams AVION Europe and AtmoVac
AVION continues to grow!
June 23, 2023
AVION Europe, based in Hagen (North Rhine-Westphalia), was able to recruit two employees of the former Nova Therm Sp.J. company, Pawel Szczepaniak and Michal Skrocki. from Poland could be won. spare parts and service in Poland in the field of heat treatment of metals. With this new experienced engineers AVION Europa GmbH is able to utilize an expanded range of knowledge and its scope of supply remarkably. This transaction will bring benefits to all customers cooperating with Avion Europa GmbH and former Nova Therm customers.
Many years of experience of Avion Europa GmbH in the field of comprehensive solutions for the metal heat treatment industry and the experience transferred from Nova Therm complement each other perfectly.
Avion Europa GmbH will ensure continuous, uninterrupted delivery of spare parts, service and support for devices formerly manufactured and delivered by Nova Therm.
Avion Europa GmbH has thus supplemented its rich offer of existing partners, such as:
- SSI Super Systems Inc. USA / Super Systems Europe – oxygen probes, atmosphere analyzers and atmosphere control systems in metal heat treatment furnaces,
- SBS Corporation USA – quenching oil filters, quenching oil coolers and water-in-oil detection systems,
- Sistem Makina manufacturer
- of industrial furnaces Turkey.
In order to ensure efficient communication and execution of orders with existing customers of Nova Therm, the contact person in Polish is
Mr. Damian Szarapanowski, Technical Director of Avion Europa GmbH.
More details on the website https://avion-europe.de/pl/ Contact persons: Damian Sharapanowski +48 504 215 130
Proud support for the professional fire department Hagen at the German championship in Essen!
09 June 2023
Avion Europa is pleased to report on its latest engagement. Last Saturday the highly exciting German championship of the professional fire departments took place in Essen, where we proudly supported the brave comrades of the professional fire department Hagen. The event, which was hosted with great dedication by the professional fire department in Essen, was a real highlight for all participants.
A total of 15 teams from all over Germany competed in this gripping competition, divided into two groups of 7 and 8 teams respectively. Although the Hagen Professional Fire Department team unfortunately did not make it past the preliminary round, they are still extremely proud of their performance and effort. They have proven their abilities and have met the challenges with great commitment.
Congratulations go to the victorious Essen Fire Brigade, who deservedly won the title of German Handball Champion. The team’s impressive performance and team spirit deserve the highest recognition. They have impressively shown that hard work, determination and cohesion can lead to great results.
We would like to thank the professional fire department Essen and all participants for this unforgettable event. It was an inspiring opportunity to experience firsthand the strength and professionalism of our professional fire departments and celebrate the cohesiveness within the industry.
In addition, we are proud to have supported the Hagen Professional Fire Department and will continue to express our appreciation and support for such worthy initiatives and outstanding achievements in the future.
We would like to thank our employees for their dedication and commitment, which make the success of our partnerships possible. Together we can achieve great things!
Avion continues to grow: Lower Rhine branch
February 24, 2023
As of February 2023, AVION Europa GmbH &Co. KG, headquartered in Hagen, opened an additional branch in Bedburg-Hau. The district of Kleve, in particular, has historically been a stronghold for furnace construction in which AVION has been able to gain additional, experienced personnel with the new branch.
AVION has recognized the signs of the times and wants to strategically counter the shortage of skilled workers. In addition to the attractive location of the new site, great importance is attached to a good working atmosphere. Experienced specialists from the atmospheric as well as vacuum field are always welcome. We look forward to receiving applications from all areas. (From furnace masons, to service installers/operators, to strategic sales). Ralf Winkels (2nd from right) is the branch manager and is always available to help. In addition to Ralf Winkels, Jürgen Koenen (1st from right, Spare Parts Sales, Vacuum and Atmospheric Technology) and Georg Cluse (2nd from left, Sales Manager, New Plant Technology) are two other experienced employees who are also affiliated with the Lower Rhine location.
Of course, the AVION managing directors, Sebastian Köchling (1st from left) and Roland Caminades (center), did not miss the opportunity to personally welcome the colleagues to the new branch!
For problems of any kind, we are as usual, always happy to help!
Challenge us!
Support of the outpatient hospice service “Sternentreppe
December 12, 2022
As was the case last year, AVION Europa will not be distributing Christmas presents to its customers this year.
Instead, a check was handed over to the outpatient hospice service “Sternentreppe” in Hagen-Emst. The photo shows (from left to right)
Tania Caminades, Executive Director Roland Caminades, Hospice Coordinator Ulrike Söth and Executive Director Sebastian Köchling.
Mrs. Söth and her colleagues look after about 20 affected families and accompany relatives and patients on a difficult path.
“We are deeply grateful that there are people who see this task as a vocation and support the families with much warmth of heart.
Perhaps our contribution will help make a purchase or two or fulfill a heart’s desire in a difficult time.”
according to the managing directors of AVION Europe.
If you too would like to support this remarkable institution:
Donation account
Bank für Kirche und Caritas eG Paderborn
IBAN: DE97 4726 0307 0010 6905 01
Keyword: star staircase Hagen
Close cooperation with the burner manufacturer Noxmat
March 31, 2022
For some time now, AVION Europa GmbH & Co KG has been offering its customers the option of adjusting their burners to optimize gas consumption in industrial furnaces.
As a rule of thumb, 1% more oxygen in the flue gas than recommended by the burner manufacturer increases energy consumption by approximately 5%.
In order to stay up to date with technical developments, AVION Europe is striving for closer cooperation with the burner manufacturer Noxmat, also from Hagen. As a result, the technicians at AVION Europa receive training courses on the burners from Noxmat and from In the event of increased demand, Noxmat will be able to fall back on the manpower of AVION Europe.
“A double win/win situation” as the managing director of AVION Europe, Sebastian Köchling, emphasizes: “A win for our customers, the companies AVION and Noxmat and ultimately also for the environment, since regular and optimized burner adjustments significantly reduce CO² emissions be able.” The photo shows the sales manager of Noxmat GmbH, Mr. Dirk Mäder (left), together with Sebastian Köchling, the managing director of AVION Europe.
From temp to manager
February 03, 2022
At the beginning of the year, Sebastian Köchling took over the position of Managing Director at AVION Europa GmbH & Co. KG. Previously, Sebastian Köchling worked as an authorized signatory and sales manager. He began his career in 2008 as a temporary help in the warehouse and then from 2009 as a trainee in wholesale and foreign trade. He therefore knows the company, the processes and our customers very well.
Together with Roland Caminades, Sebastian Köchling will now manage the fortunes of the company.
We wish Mr. Köchling the best of luck in his new area of responsibility and congratulate him warmly!
Donation to the children’s hospice “Star Staircase”
December 14, 2021
The outpatient children’s hospice accompanies families in which children and young people live with a life-shortening illness. The mainly voluntary employees support families in everyday life. They arrange professional help, organize excursions and also take care of the worries and needs of parents and siblings. Because death is part of life and children are also confronted with it. The Sternentreppe children’s hospice cannot protect the children from this, but it can help them and their families and support them during this time. This help for the affected families is free of charge.
For this reason, AVION Europe decided to donate the intended amount to the Sternentreppe children ‘s hospice instead of giving out Christmas presents to customers and business partners. Sebastian Köchling personally handed over the symbolic donation check for 2,000 euros to Ms. Antje Sendzik on December 14th, 2021.
Increase in the number of employees at AVION
June 01, 2021
We are pleased to introduce you to our new sales and service employee.
Mr. Ralf Winkels has been part of the AVION team since June 1st, 2021.
Mr. Winkels has been working in the field of furnace construction and all related tasks for many years. First as a skilled craftsman in the thermal sector, then in the production of furnace construction and later on in the management and implementation of assembly work at home and abroad. Most recently he was active in sales and order management. It will be a particular concern to strengthen the services area at AVION and to support our customers with well-founded know-how.
We are very happy about the new team member and see Mr. Winkels as a valuable contact for our customers in a rapidly changing market.
We wish him every success and good contacts.
Hardening Congress 2018
October 01, 2018
From October 16th to 18th, 2018 great innovations from the hardening industry are waiting for you at the Hardening Congress in the Cologne exhibition halls! Take the opportunity to find out about our innovations in Hall 4.1 at Stand F-029.
We have provided you with a small foretaste in our trade fair preview!
We are looking forward to your visit!
Ironman at AVION
September 17, 2018
Hundreds of kilometers in the water, on the bike or at a run have paid off, our technical director Damian Szarapanowski is an iron man!
Managing director appointed commercial judge
July 13, 2017
Last Thursday, our managing director Roland Caminades was appointed to the Chamber for Commercial Matters at the District Court of Hanover. The activity as a commercial judge is an honorary position and the appointment is initially valid for 5 years. With thirty years of commercial experience, Mr. Caminades hopes to make a valuable contribution to the resolution of disputes.
AVION in hibernation
December 16, 2016
Due to the festive season this year, Avion will be closed from 27/12/16 to 30/12/16. In this context, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2017!
AVION strengthens cooperation with SBS
October 25, 2016
Our managing director Roland Caminades recently traveled to the USA to intensify the long-standing business relationship with SBS. Avion Europa is now the only dealer in the German-speaking area for SBS products. Visit our Avion Hot Blog for more information.
AVION launches hot blog
October 24, 2016
Avion Europe is launching the “Avion Hot Blog” today. This blog is intended to encourage dialogue with customers, interested parties and readers. Everyone is cordially invited to participate in discussions by commenting!
Hardening Congress 2016
August 31, 2016
From October 26th to 28th, 2016 great innovations from the hardening industry are waiting for you at the Hardening Congress in the Cologne exhibition halls! Take the opportunity to find out more about our new products at Stand A-010 in Hall 4.1 at “Cologne Delights”.
We are looking forward to your visit!
Successful recertification!
May 10, 2016
Avion Europe has been successfully recertified by TÜV Rheinland! Thus, our quality management system was awarded for the fourth time in a row until 2019. For more than 12 years now we have been meeting the requirements of ISO 9001, which certifies that we offer products and services that meet customer expectations and official requirements. At the same time, we fulfill that our management system is subject to a continuous improvement process.
Wedding at AVION
April 30, 2016
Our managing director Roland Wirth married his partner Tania Caminades on April 30th, 2016. Mr. Wirth took his wife’s surname and is now called Roland Caminades. We wish the newly married couple all the best and many happy days.
Heat Treatment Forum in Poland
April 15, 2016
Avion Europa is once again a guest at the Heat Treatment Forum in Poland (Wroclaw) this year. At the 20th and On April 21st we will be happy to present our services, innovative systems and our high-quality spare parts. We are looking forward to your visit!
AVION CQI-9 Workshop 2015
March 06, 2015
On May 21, 2015, Avion Europa is offering a workshop focusing on TUS/SAT analysis – from planning to evaluation and the special features of the CQI-9 for the nitriding process at the Hotel Acardeon Hagen.
Visit us at the Thermprocess
March 06, 2015
Avion Europa is exhibiting at the THERMPROCESS trade fair in the Düsseldorf exhibition halls for the first time. From June 16th to 20th, 2015 we will be happy to convince you of our innovative products and our range of services. We look forward to seeing you at our booth A73 in hall 09!
AVION in hibernation
December 17, 2014
Due to the festive season this year, Avion will be closed from 12/19/14 to 01/05/15. In this context, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2015!
20 years AVION Europe!
November 25, 2014
Avion Europa turns 20 on Tuesday, November 25th, 2014! On this occasion there is a small company party on November 28th, 2014.
Fair in June 2015
November 10, 2014
From June 16th to 20th, 2015, Avion Europe will be represented at the technology trade fair quartet in Düsseldorf. At the THERMPROCESS , which is part of this “trade fair quartet”, we will We would be happy to show you our innovative products and are happy to answer any questions you may have.
New intern
November 03, 2014
We welcome Marvin Heierhoff to our team for a 6-month internship. During our time together, the student from the TU Dortmund will be particularly familiar with the AutoGen and the Typhoon Endomas generator.