Our history

80+ years of burner technology
Discover the most important milestones in our company history
2026 onwards
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Expansion of the range of services
Introduction of “Heat-as-a-Service solutions” for industrial customers and flexible financing models for our customers. Addition of H2-ready solutions.
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2025
Today
Complete solutions for industrial heat generation
Today, ABIC is a leading provider of tailor-made heat solutions for industry. From planning and installation to service, we offer everything from a single source.
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2023
2023
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Strategic realignment
Focus on sustainable and energy-efficient heat solutions. Development of hybrid solutions that combine different energy sources.
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2010
2010
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Expansion into new markets
Expansion of the product portfolio with innovative burner technologies. Stronger focus on Industry 4.0 and digital control systems.
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2006
2006
Move to Salem
Relocation of the company headquarters from Überlingen to Salem. Modernisation of the production facilities and expansion of service capacity.
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2003
2003
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Technology leadership
Development of pioneering burner technologies with reduced emission values.
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1995
1995
Specialisation in industrial burners
With the acquisition of the industrial burner division of Junkers, the company concentrates on the development and production of gas and oil burners for industrial applications and builds a nationwide service network in Germany.
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1980
1980
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Diversification
Expansion of the product range in thermal energy technology. Development of special solutions for specific customer requirements.
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1968
1968
Move from Oberstdorf to Überlingen
The company is renamed ABIG - Werke Carry Gross GmbH & Co. KG. The company headquarters is relocated from Oberstdorf to Überlingen on Lake Constance.
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1960
1960
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Expansion
Founding of the Wurmbergseilbahn-Gesellschaft ABIG. Expansion of business activities in cable car and lift technology.
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1947
1947
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A new start after the war
Resumption of production with a focus on ski areas and drag lifts. Establishment as an important partner for the emerging winter sports industry.
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1945
1945
Foundation
The entrepreneur Carry Gross founded the company AIB “Allgäuer Ingenieurbüro” in Oberstdorf in the Allgäu in 1945. Initially it devoted itself to manufacturing various machines and devices, including cable cars and drag lifts.
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