The people and history behind your security of supply.

We are a family business. For 50 years now, fundamental values such as stability, quality of handshake, and reliability have shaped our corporate culture. In an industry characterized by global fluctuations, we offer our customers an anchor of security. We work together with our business partners to ensure that success is not just for the moment. Our goal is not quick deals, but connections that last for decades. Because we are convinced: true partnership begins where pure trade ends.

- Kai Bützler, Managing Director of KGW Gerber Edelstähle GmbH

Mann im Anzug vor Lagerhalle mit Gabelstapler und Paletten im Hintergrund.

Directly to your contacts!

Our values – More than stainless steel.

Our history

– A Timeline of Trust.

1975

The founding

Kuno Gerber, with entrepreneurial courage and industry knowledge, lays the foundation for KGW Gerber Edelstähle in Witten. The business begins: trade and distribution of stainless and acid-resistant steel sheets and strips.

Ein Mann steht neben einem blauen Lastwagen mit einem weißen Anhänger, auf dem "KGW GERBER EDELSTÄHLE GmbH" steht.

1980

Your own foundation

The move to today's headquarters at Mewer Ring in Witten creates the spatial capacities for its own warehouse and lays the foundation for future growth and expanded processing.

Gebäude mit Flachdach und angrenzender Wellblechhalle, davor parken mehrere Autos und üppiges Grün.

2009

expansion to the south

With the opening of the branch in Untersteinach, Bavaria, KGW strategically positions itself in a second strong industrial region and ensures short distances and personal proximity for customers throughout Germany.

Modernes Geschäftsgebäude mit rotem Dach, vielen Fenstern und geparkten Autos vor einem Waldhügel.

2011

Secure future

Kai Bützler takes over the management. The successful generational change is a strong signal for continuity and long-term stability – the founder's values are preserved and led into the future with modern service structures.

Geschäftsmann in Anzug und Krawatte steht vor einem Lagerhaus mit Gabelstapler.

Today

Your strong partner

With two locations, a global supplier network and ISO 9001 & 14001 certified processes, KGW Gerber is today a guarantor of supply security and quality in the German stainless steel trade.

Ein weißes Zertifikat mit blauem Wellenmuster oben, Text zu Qualitäts- und Umweltmanagement für KGW Gerber Edelstähle GmbH.

Silbernes Schild mit den Logos "KGW" und "GERBER EDELSTÄHLE" auf einem grünen Busch.

Zwei blaue Logos mit Schild, Globus und Text "Environmental and Quality Standards Certification ESC". Darunter "Zertifiziert nach DIN EN ISO 9001:2016" und "Zertifiziert nach DIN EN ISO 14001:2015".

The successful handover of management from founder Kuno Gerber to Kai Bützler is more than just a date in the company's history. It is living proof of the company's long-term orientation and stability. It shows that the expertise and values that customers have relied on for decades are firmly anchored in the corporate culture and secured for the next generation. This gives customers the assurance that they will continue to have a stable and reliable partner by their side in the future.

Your Team –

Direct line to expertise.

No call centers. No anonymous hotlines. No detours. At KGW Gerber, you always speak directly with an experienced contact person who understands your industry and is authorized to make decisions.