Timeline

1970

1970

  • The GmbH & Co. KG (limited partnership) is founded
  • Company headquarters: Abdinghof in Versmold (in the founder’s home)
  • Founded by Alfred Willich
  • Employees: approx. 5
1973

1973

  • The company moves into a new building in the region’s industrial zone
  • The first synthetic coatings are produced (following the example of Milano salami)
1980

1980er

  • The first edible coatings are produced
1988

1988

  • The production building expands
1999

1999

  • Volker Willich joins the Executive Board
  • Wax is added to the product range
2003

2003

  • Production is automated
2004

2004

  • EU approval is received
  • HACCP is introduced
2006

2006

  • Production is modernised and expanded
2010
2010

  • First IFS certification
2013

2013

  • The first oil-based marinades are produced
2014

2014

  • Cooperation with Clarys Food Ingredients
  • Foundation of the holding company CeWeCon
2015
2015

  • First organic and halal certifications
2016

2016

  • An apprenticeship scheme is launched for industrial clerks
  • Employees: approx. 20