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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Shaping the future, taking responsibility: YOUNG FABRI meeting 2025 in Würzburg

22.09.2025

From Thursday, September 18 to Saturday, September 20, 2025, the YOUNG FABRIs met again in Würzburg. Three days full of inspiration, exchange and personal encounters made the meeting a special event. ‍ The kick-off on Thursday was Oliver Oettgen with his contribution “Success without compromise — thinking and leading in an entrepreneurial way.” He asked the participants whether their inner image and actions were really on track and made it clear that thinking entrepreneurially means making decisions and getting into action. Taking responsibility also means allowing wrong decisions — because they are part of it and can be corrected. It is crucial to have the courage to do things instead of persisting in theory. In the evening, a joint barbecue followed in the steel room. It was clear how great the need for exchange and networking was — discussions developed quickly, new contacts were established and personal connections were deepened. ‍ On Friday, Susanne Lührmann set a special tone with her presentation “Achieving goals in style — confidently, competently and safely.” It showed that respect and appreciation are not just buzzwords, but core values that we at FABRI live by every day — and that are essential for good leadership. ‍ Tobias Händler from Benetics AG then spoke about artificial intelligence in crafts. His message: In the Group, YOUNG FABRIs have the privilege of introducing new AI applications at an early stage — an advantage that individual companies would not have in this way. Now is the right time to experiment — the technology will never be as easy to use as it is today. Even small efficiency gains, around five minutes per employee and day, add up noticeably. In truth, according to retailers, the potential is even greater. It is crucial not only to be curious, but also to actually test and put AI into practice. ‍ At the end of the day, Lukas Hartmann from Helden im Handwerk, who already works in several FABRI companies, made it clear how important social media has become in the craft sector. His appeal: We can be proud of our craft — and that is exactly what we must show internally and externally. Authenticity is the key here. People want to work for us, we just need to make it visible to them. ‍ This YOUNG FABRI meeting also impressively demonstrated how valuable it is to learn from each other in an open setting, to develop new ideas and to take inspiration with you into everyday life — professionally, personally and personally.

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New strength in the southwest: The FABRI Group welcomes its first company in Baden-Württemberg — Adolf Kindler GmbH

18.09.2025

With Adolf Kindler GmbH, the FABRI Group is expanding its network for the first time to include a company in Baden-Württemberg. Since its founding in 1962, the traditional HVAC company based in Gärtringen has stood for quality and reliability in the areas of heating, sanitation, air-conditioning and photovoltaic technology. Adolf Kindler GmbH currently employs around 30 people at its site in Gärtringen. The company is not only well positioned in terms of installation, but also has excellent service and maintenance expertise. The management is in the hands of two experienced entrepreneurs: While the 60-year-old managing director brings decades of industry experience, his 43-year-old business partner is responsible for commercial matters and the strategic development of the company. Both managing directors will remain on board for the long term and thus ensure continuity within the company — a key criterion for the FABRI Group. We are looking forward to working with Adolf Kindler GmbH and warmly welcome the entire team to the FABRI Group.

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Strong expertise in electrical engineering: The FABRI Group welcomes I&H Elektrotechnik Meisterbetrieb GmbH H. Thomas

17.09.2025

With I&H Elektrotechnik-Meisterbetrieb GmbH, an established specialist in electrical installations and building technology complements the FABRI Group network. Since 2009, the company has stood for the highest quality in the areas of energy and building technology, network technology and security concepts and has made a name for itself particularly in large-scale projects for public clients and industrial companies. ‍ The company based in Wermelskirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia, currently employs 26 people, including six master craftsmen and three trainees. Managing Director and Founder Holger Thomas will continue to manage the company and will remain on board. With his many years of experience and innovative spirit, the continuity of the company is ensured in the long term. ‍ The strong market position in the public sector is particularly noteworthy: I&H generates the majority of its revenue through long-term contracts. ‍ We are looking forward to working with I&H Elektrotechnik-Meisterbetrieb GmbH and warmly welcome the entire team to the FABRI Group.

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New strength in the heat pump market: FABRI Group welcomes Lumitronic GmbH

11.08.2025

With Lumitronic GmbH, a specialized provider of modern heat pump solutions complements the FABRI Group network. The company stands for efficient and sustainable building technology and supports its customers from planning to installation and commissioning. Lumitronic GmbH, based in Kempen-Tönisberg, North Rhine-Westphalia, currently employs around 20 people. The company is managed by Uli Konen, who is in demand in the media and also nationally as an expert in heat pumps. Under his leadership, the company has built up a strong market position in the area of climate-friendly heating technology. Founder, managing director and salesperson Uli Konen remains on board and, together with his team, ensures continuity within the company. We are looking forward to working with Lumitronic GmbH and warmly welcome the entire team to the FABRI Group.

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New strength in electrical engineering: FABRI Group welcomes Henrich Elektroanlagen GmbH & Co. KG

07.07.2025

With Henrich Elektroanlagen GmbH & Co. KG from Groß-Zimmern in Hesse, an established electrical engineering company is expanding the FABRI Group network. Founded in 1990 by Ralf Dieter Henrich, the company has been operating successfully in the Frankfurt am Main region for over three decades.‍Today, the team comprises around 25 employees - including several foremen, fitters, trainees and administrative staff. The range of services is broad and extends from classic electrical installations, refrigeration and air conditioning technology to network solutions, photovoltaic systems and modern KNX bus technology.‍The customer structure is diverse: in addition to private households, commercial and industrial companies are also among the long-standing clients. Henrich Elektroanlagen GmbH & Co. KG stands for technical expertise, practical solutions and a strong market position in the field of modern building technology.‍Founder, managing director and salesman Ralf Dieter Henrich will remain on board and, together with his team of master craftsmen, will ensure continuity within the company.‍We look forward to working with Henrich Elektroanlagen GmbH & Co. KG and welcome the entire team to the FABRI Group.

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FABRI managers' meeting in Würzburg: Focus on knowledge and the future

12.05.2025

From May 8 to 10, 2025, more than 30 executives from 15 companies of the FABRI Group came together in Würzburg for the annual leadership meeting. Personal exchange was at the heart of the event, offering valuable impulses for collaboration across the entire group. In discussions, workshops, and shared activities, new ideas were developed and important decisions were made for the future.‍The program reflected the dynamism and diversity of the FABRI Group. A particularly inspiring moment was the keynote by Lukas Hartmann from “Helden im Handwerk” (“Heroes in Craft”) entitled “We Make Craftsmanship Visible.” With his passion for authentic communication in the skilled trades, he impressively demonstrated how modern branding and visibility can create real competitive advantages.‍Another highlight was the presentation by Tim Bunkus (adesso AG) on Artificial Intelligence in the Building Services Trade (TGA). In his talk, he spanned the arc from technical fundamentals to concrete practical applications in the skilled trades – hands-on, easy to understand, and forward-looking. Especially the quote from Justin Trudeau, “The pace of change has never been this fast, yet it will never be this slow again,” powerfully underscored the importance of innovation and momentum. As a group, the FABRI companies have strong potential to explore new technologies together and adapt them to individual needs – in the spirit of: it’s not about what we do, but how we do it better together.‍The program was rounded out by a practical workshop on Cybersecurity. In times of increasing digital connectivity, protecting data and systems is a central issue for all companies. The workshop not only imparted knowledge but also raised awareness of concrete fields of action in the companies' day-to-day operations.‍The atmosphere of the meeting was marked by openness, commitment, and a shared goal: to move the group forward. The personal interaction and intensive exchange once again demonstrated how valuable the network within FABRI truly is.‍Markus Zübert, board member of the FABRI Group, summed it up in his closing remarks: “With each new personality, our group doesn’t just grow in size – it grows stronger. FABRI’s success lies in using our diversity as a strength – and becoming better together.”‍The FABRI team is already looking forward to the next meeting in spring 2026. Until then, there will be additional formats to foster exchange, strengthen the network, and work together toward a successful future.