Private company

Chemnitzer Werkzeugmaschinenfabrik

Chemnitzer Werkzeugmaschinenfabrik is a German company based in Chemnitz, founded in 1844.¹ It was founded by Johann von Zimmermann.¹

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1844Founded¹

HeadquartersChemnitz, Germany¹

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Großindustrie Sachsen T2 0083 — Photo: Eckert & Pflug, Kunstverlag, Leipzig, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons²

The story

Founded by Johann von Zimmermann in 1844.¹

Leadership

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FounderJohann von Zimmermann¹

Timeline

1844Founded Founded¹

Links

More imagesWikimedia Commons
WikidataQ106575357

Sources

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WikidataChemnitzer Werkzeugmaschinenfabrik on Wikidata
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Wikimedia CommonsChemnitzer Werkzeugmaschinenfabrik photo by Eckert & Pflug, Kunstverlag, Leipzig, CC BY-SA 4.0