News from the FABRI Group

Find out about the latest developments and activities of the FABRI Group. We will keep you up to date on new partnerships, cooperations, current projects and other news.

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FABRI Leadership Meeting 2026: Overcoming Challenges Together

09.05.2026

From May 7th to 9th, 2026, the executives of FABRI companies gathered for this year's meeting in Würzburg. The event focused on current forward-looking topics, practical expert presentations, and intensive exchange within the group. Both days offered a wealth of inspiration for the further development of the companies and the challenges of the coming years. It also became clear how crucial support within the FABRI Group is for issues that extend beyond daily operations and are increasingly gaining importance for businesses.‍Claudia Simon kicked off the event with a presentation on "Cybersecurity Awareness." She emphasized that IT security has long been a core business issue. Using practical examples, she highlighted the risks of cyberattacks for medium-sized trade businesses and fostered a conscious approach to digital threats in daily work. She also explained the growing importance of the NIS-2 directive – particularly for companies collaborating with public sector clients or larger industrial partners.‍Another key focus was occupational safety in the technical building services sector. Holger Vogel from IfS Sicherheitstechnik GmbH discussed risks, responsibilities, and specific requirements on construction sites and in daily operations. Through vivid case studies, he underscored the importance of a shared understanding of safety and clear procedures in day-to-day work.‍A particular highlight was the presentation by extreme athlete Hubert Schwarz. Drawing on impressive insights from elite sports and his experiences in the "Race Across America," he spoke about mental strength, clarity of goals, motivation, and leadership responsibility. He masterfully conveyed the parallels between extreme sports and corporate leadership. He succinctly articulated his credo on responsibility, consistency, and leading by example: "Success comes not from wanting, but from doing."‍Beyond the professional topics, the social program also provided ample opportunities for personal conversations and networking within the FABRI Group. The joint barbecue party and the traditional glass of wine on the Old Main Bridge concluded the event.‍The meeting once again demonstrated the value of strong networks, shared insights, and personal exchange within the FABRI Group. Armed with many new ideas and motivating impressions, the group's companies look forward to the upcoming challenges and continued collaborative development.

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YOUNG FABRI in Würzburg — Impulses for leadership and implementation

01.04.2026

The YOUNG FABRI’s met for the fourth time in March in Würzburg. The focus was on the targeted development of our young talent, as well as on exchange and practical insights for everyday work.‍The two days were entirely dedicated to leadership, personal development, and the future of the skilled trades. In addition to getting to know one another, the main focus was on the question of what development actually means today—and how it takes effect in everyday life.‍A special insight came from Hubert Schwarz, who, drawing on his experiences in extreme sports, offered an impressive perspective on performance and goal achievement. His central message: Much is decided in the mind. Clarity of goals, dealing with setbacks, and the ability to persist consistently even during difficult phases are decisive factors for sustainable development.‍On the second day, Susanne Lührmann brought a very practical approach. The focus was on employee reviews and the importance of structured preparation. It became clear: Good conversations do not happen by chance. Clear objectives, a defined framework, and the right questions are crucial not only for conducting reviews but also for actually achieving results.‍Another key focus was on the topic of artificial intelligence in the skilled trades, including insights from Dominik of the Institut Perspektive Handwerk. The central insight: Most AI initiatives fail not because of the technology, but because they are not consistently implemented in everyday practice. Ideas and tools alone do not create added value—what matters is their practical application.‍The decisive factor, therefore, lies not in the next tool, but in clearly defined use cases, functioning processes, and above all in the people who take responsibility and actively drive issues forward. It is not the best idea that prevails, but the one that is implemented.‍The meeting demonstrated once again that decisive progress rarely arises from technology alone. Rather, it is mindset, preparation, and consistent implementation that make the difference.‍The YOUNG FABRI meeting in Würzburg thus once again underscored the importance of formats that facilitate exchange, broaden perspectives, and provide concrete inspiration for everyday work. Our young professionals are ready to take on responsibility and actively shape the future of the FABRI Group.

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THIELE heating and sanitation from Gießen becomes part of the FABRI Group

16.01.2026

With THIELE Heizung und Sanitär GmbH & Co. KG, an established HVAC company in the greater Frankfurt am Main area is joining the FABRI Group. ‍ THIELE Heizung und Sanitär GmbH & Co. KG based in Gießen was founded in 1997. With over 40 employees, the company is active in the areas of installation, service and maintenance and has a strong position in project business for public clients. This clear orientation has ensured a stable, reliable and predictable order situation for many years. ‍ Jochen Thiele and Kurt Veltrup are managing the company, who have decisively shaped the company since its founding and continue to run it together. Both remain on board and thus ensure continuity, stability and reliability in corporate management. ‍ “With the FABRI Group, we have found a partner who understands our entrepreneurial philosophy without restricting our independence and identity. The strategic clarity of FABRI, the exchange on equal terms and the deep understanding of the craft were decisive for our decision,” says Jochen Thiele. ‍ With THIELE Heizung und Sanitär GmbH & Co. KG from Gießen, we are delighted to welcome another strong and professionally positioned company to the FABRI Group and look forward to our future together.

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Elektro Henseler GmbH from Swisttal becomes part of the FABRI Group

08.01.2026

With Elektro Henseler GmbH, the FABRI Group is expanding its presence in the field of electrical engineering in the greater Cologne area with a high-performance and broadly based company. ‍Elektro Henseler GmbH, based in Swisttal, was founded in 1998 and currently employs over 40 people. The company is active in the installation, maintenance, and assembly of modern electrical engineering systems. Its range of services includes building technology, network technology, security systems, and e-mobility solutions. The company's broad range of expertise and existing order backlog provide a reliable operational basis.‍The company is managed by its founder, Markus Henseler, who has played a key role in shaping Elektro Henseler GmbH since its inception and continues to bear responsibility for its operations. This ensures continuity, reliability, and the sustainable development of the company.‍We are delighted to welcome Elektro Henseler GmbH from Swisttal, another strong electrical engineering company, to the FABRI Group and to continue on our successful path together.

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Focus on training: Exchange program promotes trainees in the FABRI Group

29.10.2025

With a joint exchange program, Heger Energietechnik GmbH and Lörcks GmbH have shown how cooperation within the FABRI Group can work. Trainees from both companies swapped jobs for a week in order to gain new perspectives, learn from each other and experience the diversity within the group up close. The two companies are active in the electrical engineering sector, but have different priorities: Heger Energietechnik GmbH stands for renewable energy and focuses on photovoltaics and modern storage solutions. Lörcks GmbH, on the other hand, specializes in large public construction projects and implements complex electrical installations in the infrastructure sector. During the exchange, the young colleagues gained valuable insights into other ways of working: They accompanied projects from planning to implementation, got to know new technologies and contributed their own ideas. This not only gave rise to professional impulses, but also to personal contacts. The idea for this exchange was born at the first YOUNG FABRIs meeting and has now been successfully implemented. A big thank you to everyone involved for their commitment!

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FABRI Group strengthens its network in the south: Geuppert Elektrotechnik joins the group in Lower Franconia

09.10.2025

With Geupert Elektrotechnik GmbH & Co. KG, the FABRI Group gains a strong member in Lower Franconia. The traditional Hofheim-based company with over 100 years of history stands for quality, innovation and regional responsibility while remaining firmly in family hands. ‍ Around 43 employees, including 12 trainees, get energy moving every day — from classic electrical installations to photovoltaic and storage technology to modern smart home and security systems. In doing so, Geupert Elektrotechnik supports its customers from planning to commissioning and places great value on quality, efficiency and individual solutions. ‍ managing director Thomas Borst has been running the company in the fourth generation since 2006. Together with his wife Tatjana Borst, he will remain on board in the future. “Independence, stability and local responsibility — these are values that unite us,” says Thomas Borst about joining the FABRI Group. “I want our company to retain its structure and culture — and at the same time have the security of being transferred to good hands in the long term.” Geupert Elektrotechnik GmbH & Co. KG stands for continuity, innovation and regional strength — values that fit perfectly with the FABRI Group's decentralized and partnership-based approach. ‍ Together, FABRI and Geupert stand for a sustainable, connected and secure energy future — with passion for technology and responsibility for the region. We warmly welcome the entire team from Geupert Elektrotechnik GmbH & Co. KG to the FABRI Group and look forward to the future together.