Our history
History
The town of Thiers has been famous for its cutlery industry and the manufacture of knives and blades since the 14th century. These strong regional roots led to the development of the metallurgy sector and the creation of specialist forging companies. Continuing this long tradition in the area, FORGINAL industrie was established in Thiers. It is the result of the merger of several forging companies.
FORGINAL industrie, founded by Gérard Terme.
This engineer, who specialised in mechanical engineering and CNC, began his forging career in the methods department.
He quickly rose through the ranks, taking responsibility for the quotation and purchasing departments, and then the maintenance department, in a forge with a 300-strong workforce.
He then became managing director of another forging company located near Thiers.
It was then that he decided he wanted to set up his own company, positioning it in leading-edge, innovative sectors.
Using all the technical expertise and experience he had acquired, he quickly pinpointed the market requirements and positioned his company accordingly.
It was natural for his son, Sylvain Terme, who had been “immersed” in forging from an early age, to follow in his father’s footsteps, and indeed those of his grandfather, who was also a hot forge operator in his time. The family’s history revolves around forging.
Following 12 years’ experience outside the family firm, working in commercial and technical fields, Sylvain Terme joined his father’s management team.
With the help of the board, his father handed over the reins to his son over a period of 6 years, gradually passing on the know-how and responsibilities.
H2 - TITRE DU BLOC
2020 - Launch of the new ERP
In 2020, the FORGINAL teams successfully rolled out their fully automated management tool to access all necessary information in real-time for optimal customer management. From sales management to invoicing, including preventive maintenance and the production line, the ERP system ensures consistent and coherent information flow by integrating all departments and functions of FORGINAL.
2019 - New Equipment
In 2019, FORGINAL launched a modernization and optimization plan for its equipment by acquiring a new induction heater. This strategic investment had a significant impact on the production of forged parts by FORGINAL Industrie.
2015 - Takeover of FORGINAL Industrie by Mr. Sylvain Terme, son of Mr. Gérard Terme
Implementation of a new 5-year investment and development plan
Establishment of the new strategic committee leadership
Reorganization and strengthening of the logistics and sales departments
Complete overhaul of FORGINAL Industrie's communication
Implementation of a new ERP system
2010 - EN ISO 13485 Certification
(Medical Certification)
2003 - Creation of FORGINAL Industrie
2000 - Specialization in Custom-Made Parts
1998 - Acquisition of FORGES DE LA DORE by FGV
Forging of plumbing components, automotive parts, and safety buckles
1995 - Acquisition of ROUX & LALLEMENT by FORGINAL
Forging and machining of plumbing components
1992 - Creation of FINANCIÈRE DE GEOFFROY LA VARENNE
FORGES DE GEOFFROY LA VARENNE transferred its forging activity to FORGINAL and became FINANCIÈRE DE GEOFFROY LA VARENNE, primarily manufacturing plumbing components.
1990 - Acquisition of FORGINAL by FORGES DE GEOFFROY LA VARENNE
Company specializing in the production of parts from 5 to 50 kg.
Industry focus: primarily aerospace
Forged material: primarily titanium
1987 - Diversification of Forging OperationsNAL by FORGES DE GEOFFROY LA VARENNE
Production of small series parts ranging from a few grams to 3 kg, for the defense and automotive sectors
1986 - Acquisition of FORGES DE GEOFFROY by Mr. Gérard Terme
Company specializing in the production of parts from 5 to 50 kg.
Industry focus: primarily aerospace
Forged material: primarily titanium
1967 - Creation of FORGINAL
Company specializing in the production of parts from 5 to 50 kg.
Industry focus: primarily aerospace
Forged material: primarily titanium
1946 - Creation of FORGES DE GEOFFROY – ETS MISSON
Company specializing in the production of parts from 5 to 50 kg.
Industry focus: primarily aerospace
Forged material: primarily titanium
1918 - Creation of FORGES DE LA DORE
Company specializing in the production of parts from 5 to 50 kg.
Industry focus: primarily aerospace
Forged material: primarily titanium
