BUMAX Stories

Explore the BUMAX journey through the stories that defined us.

Trace the incredible journey of BUMAX, from a modest water-powered bolt factory to the global leader in high-strength stainless steel fasteners. Discover the compelling stories behind the world’s strongest stainless steel bolt and learn how our heritage of innovation continues to drive our mission today.

1997: BUMAX® brand registered

1 min read | April 22, 1997

1980s Established supplier of critical fasteners

1 min read | April 22, 1980

1951: Inauguration of a fastener factory for the future

1 min read | April 22, 1951

1947: Incorporation into the Bulten Group

1 min read | April 22, 1947

1926: Stainless steel era begins

1 min read | April 22, 1926

1916: First cold heading machine installed

2 min read | April 22, 1916

1899: Åshammar Bolt Factory opens

2 min read | April 22, 1899

1753: The Åshammar foundry receives the ÅH stamp

1 min read | May 12, 1753

1660: Åshammar Forging and Nail Foundry established

2 min read | April 21, 1660