# The 30 largest hardware manufacturers in the Loire department
Tamtam tracks 71 hardware manufacturers headquartered in the Loire department. This list ranks the 30 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Setforge, Clextral and Focal-JMlab. Their median headcount is 78. Half of them were founded in 1969 or later. The most common headquarters are Saint-脡tienne (10).
The companies listed in the Loire department are primarily mid-sized firms specializing in manufacturing. They cover a range of industrial sectors, including machinery, electronics, and medical equipment. Notable examples include Setforge, a supplier of forged components, Clextral, which develops twin-screw extrusion technology, Focal-JMlab, a designer and manufacturer of audio loudspeakers, and Gibaud, a brand focusing on health textiles.
A significant pattern observed is the concentration of these manufacturing companies in cities within the Loire department. Saint-脡tienne stands out as a prominent hub, hosting several of these firms, such as Gibaud, STEPHANIX, SILEANE, and SAM OUTILLAGE, indicating a regional specialization in industrial production.
馃嚝馃嚪 Loire 路 30 companies 路 Updated Nov 11, 2026
| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Setforge](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/setforge) (farinia.com)
Forged components supplier with over 100 years of experience, offering complete development from design to production using hot, warm, or cold forging techniques. | Industrial Machinery Manufacturing | 馃嚝馃嚪 L'Horme | 341 | |
| 2 | [Clextral](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/clextral) (clextral.com)
Designing and developing twin-screw extrusion technology and industrial drying solutions for food, chemicals, and green industries, transforming raw materials into high-value products globally. | Machinery Manufacturing | 馃嚝馃嚪 Firminy | 283 | 1956 |
| 3 | [Focal-JMlab](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/focal-jmlab) (focal.com)
Designs, manufactures, and sells home audio loudspeakers, car audio systems, monitoring loudspeakers, and headphones, focusing on faithful sound reproduction and innovation. | Computers and Electronics Manufacturing | 馃嚝馃嚪 La Talaudi猫re | 262 | 1979 |
| 4 | [Gibaud, une marque des Laboratoires Innothera](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/gibaud-une-marque-des-laboratoires-innothera) (gibaud.com)
A French brand specializing in health textiles, focusing on back, wrist, ankle, knee, leg, and foot pain relief, promoting mobility and well-being | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 馃嚝馃嚪 Saint-脡tienne | 175 | 1890 |
| 5 | [STEPHANIX](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/stephanix) (stephanix.com)
Designs, develops, manufactures medical imaging solutions for hospitals, clinics, and private establishments worldwide, with a focus on French innovation and expertise. | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 馃嚝馃嚪 La Ricamarie | 167 | 1985 |
| 6 | [FOREZIENNE MFLS](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/forezienne-mfls) (forezienne.com)
French manufacturer of high-quality cutting tools and accessories for primary and secondary wood processing, forestry, and sharpening machinery. | Machinery Manufacturing | 馃嚝馃嚪 脡percieux-Saint-Paul | 162 | 1977 |
| 7 | [SILEANE](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sileane) (sileane.com)
Specialists in robotics and vision, providing standard and customizable solutions for industrial automation to improve productivity in various industries | Industrial Machinery Manufacturing | 馃嚝馃嚪 Saint-脡tienne | 158 | 2002 |
| 8 | [SAM OUTILLAGE](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sam-outillage) (sam-outillage.fr)
Family-owned French manufacturer specializing in innovative professional hand tools, focusing on sustainable development and advanced connected equipment. | Industrial Machinery Manufacturing | 馃嚝馃嚪 Saint-脡tienne | 146 | 1906 |
| 9 | [KFS MOBILITY](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/kfs-mobility)
Global manufacturer specializing in railway seating, from research to maintenance Offering a variety of seats for high-speed trains, regional trains, trams, and metros Located in Loire, France | Railroad Equipment Manufacturing | 馃嚝馃嚪 Andr茅zieux-Bouth茅on | 97 | 1946 |
| 10 | [e-Totem](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/e-totem) (e-totem.eu)
Designs, manufactures, installs, and manages electric vehicle charging stations and networks for businesses, public spaces, and individuals since 2012. | Electrical Equipment Manufacturing | 馃嚝馃嚪 Saint-脡tienne | 90 | 2012 |
| 11 | [ERMONT - Fayat Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ermont-fayat-group) (ermont.fayat.com)
Designing, manufacturing, and servicing hot-mix continuous asphalt plants, offering supermobile, supertransferable and stationary solutions since 1924 | Industrial Machinery Manufacturing | 馃嚝馃嚪 Lorette | 87 | 1924 |
| 12 | [Valmy](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/valmy) (valmy.eu)
Manufacturer of respiratory protection masks and medical consumables, providing personal protective equipment against various risks | Textile Manufacturing | 馃嚝馃嚪 Mably | 83 | 2006 |
| 13 | [Doitrand SAS](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/doitrand-sas) (doitrand.fr)
Family-owned industrial company manufacturing garage doors, automatic gates, and fences in France Emphasizes design, innovation, and environmental responsibility with nationwide coverage and exceptional customer service | Wholesale Building Materials | 馃嚝馃嚪 Gr茅zolles | 82 | 1936 |
| 14 | [PCI Machining](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pci-machining) (pci-machining.com)
Support manufacturers with custom production lines combining machining, automation, process engineering, and project management for various industries. | Machinery Manufacturing | 馃嚝馃嚪 Saint-脡tienne | 80 | 1917 |
| 15 | [BAROU EQUIPEMENTS](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/barou-equipements) (barou-equipements.com)
Custom design and manufacture of high-performance steel parts, handling equipment, and ballistic steel armor for defense and civil protection sectors. | Industrial Machinery Manufacturing | 馃嚝馃嚪 Chavanay | 78 | 1975 |
| 16 | [EUROMAG](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/euromag) (euromag-magasin.com)
EUROMAG specializes in designing, manufacturing, and renting mobile shops and trailers worldwide They offer solutions for various types of businesses and events | Retail Office Equipment | 馃嚝馃嚪 Panissi猫res | 70 | 1964 |
| 17 | [KNDS CBRN](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/knds-cbrn) (nexter-group.fr)
Specialized in CBRN systems, this company from Saint-Chamond, France develops, manufactures, and sells detection, protection, and decontamination systems for civilian and military clients | Defense and Space Manufacturing | 馃嚝馃嚪 Saint-Chamond | 68 | |
| 18 | [DTF medical](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dtf-medical) (dtf.fr)
Design manufacture and sale of innovative, high-quality medical devices serving patients and healthcare professionals across various life stages. | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 馃嚝馃嚪 Saint-脡tienne | 67 | 1951 |
| 19 | [BARRIQUAND](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/barriquand) (barriquand.com)
Designs and supplies a wide range of heat exchangers for various industries worldwide, offering custom-made and standard solutions with fast delivery and long-term technical support | Machinery Manufacturing | 馃嚝馃嚪 Roanne | 66 | 1936 |
| 20 | [FOREZ-BENNES](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/forez-bennes) (forez-bennes.fr)
Design and manufacture robust, stable bins and equipment for carriers, distributed nationally through a strong partner network in France. | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 馃嚝馃嚪 Champdieu | 58 | 1969 |
| 21 | [BLANCHET Groupe](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/blanchet-groupe) (blanchet-sas.fr)
Blanchet Groupe is a construction company specializing in metalwork, roofing, and joinery, offering modern techniques and services from design to maintenance | Construction | 馃嚝馃嚪 Montbrison | 55 | 1940 |
| 22 | [ACTI PACK](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/acti-pack) (actipack.eu)
Manufacturer of PET bottles and jars for health, personal care, and food industries with standard and customized packaging solutions. | Packaging and Containers Manufacturing | 馃嚝馃嚪 Saint-脡tienne | 52 | 1992 |
| 23 | [MECACONCEPT](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mecaconcept) (mecaconcept.com)
MECACONCEPT offers comprehensive industrial engineering services such as mechanical and automation studies, special machine construction, and complex industrial computing solutions since 1992 | Industrial Machinery Manufacturing | 馃嚝馃嚪 Roche-la-Moli猫re | 50 | 1992 |
| 24 | [SFH : Hydraulique - Traitement copeaux et liquides](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sfh-hydraulique-traitement-copeaux-et-liquides) (sfh.fr)
Specializes in hydraulic systems and machines for treating, compacting, and recycling metal chips with 41 years experience. | Machinery Manufacturing | 馃嚝馃嚪 Saint-脡tienne | 50 | 1981 |
| 25 | [SOMAIN](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/somain) (somain.fr)
Manufacturer of fall protection systems, including life lines, anchors, and railing, with a focus on quality, durability, and international distribution | Construction | 馃嚝馃嚪 Le Chambon-Feugerolles | 49 | 1983 |
| 26 | [Sefram Instruments](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sefram-instruments) (sefram.com)
Development and supply of high-quality data acquisition and test measurement products for electronic and electrical applications, certified ISO 9001. | Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing | 馃嚝馃嚪 Saint-脡tienne | 48 | 1947 |
| 27 | [BAYLE SA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bayle-sa) (baylesa.com)
French manufacturer of poultry slaughtering equipment, offering innovative solutions for all stages of the process, catering to both farm units and industrial poultry companies worldwide | Machinery Manufacturing | 馃嚝馃嚪 La Fouillouse | 47 | 1932 |
| 28 | [LINDER SA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/linder-sa) (linder.fr)
Specialist in home decoration textiles including curtains, fabrics, table linens, and bedding, designed and made in France since 1904. | Textile Manufacturing | 馃嚝馃嚪 Violay | 45 | 1904 |
| 29 | [DIGITAL WAY](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/digital-way) (digitalway.fr)
Specializing in tool monitoring systems for the metal cutting industry, Digital Way provides advanced hardware and software solutions to prevent tool wear and breakage | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 馃嚝馃嚪 Saint-脡tienne | 43 | 1992 |
| 30 | [ALTINNOVA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/altinnova) (altinnova.com)
Specialist in cycling equipment and services including bike shelters, parking, service stations, and associated maintenance and access control. | Manufacturing | 馃嚝馃嚪 Bonson | 43 | 2003 |
## How this list is built
Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 11, 2026.
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