The Rhône department is home to a concentration of hardware manufacturers, ranging from established industrial groups to specialized medical technology firms. These companies focus on diverse areas such as diagnostic solutions, electrical energy transmission, and complex lifting systems. Key players include bioMérieux, a provider of in vitro diagnostic solutions, and Groupe SEB, known for small domestic equipment. Sicame Group specializes in accessories for electrical energy distribution, while Reel designs lifting and handling systems for technical installations.
A notable characteristic among these companies is their long operational history, with many founded before the 1960s, such as Groupe SEB (1857) and Clayens NP (1931). However, newer entrants like NEMERA (2015) and Symbio (2010) are also present, focusing on drug delivery devices and hydrogen-electric fuel cell systems, respectively. This blend of heritage and recent innovation highlights a continuous evolution within the region's manufacturing sector.
| # | Company | Employees | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
bioMérieuxbiomerieux.com
A leading provider of in vitro diagnostic solutions worldwide, focusing on improving patient health and ensuring consumer safety through disease detection and contamination analysis |
13,106 | |||
| 2 |
Groupe SEBgroupeseb.com
Leading company small domestic equipment and professional coffee machines, offering innovative products improving daily lives consumers globally, operating nearly 150 countries. |
9,900 | |||
| 3 |
Sicame Groupsicame-group.com
World leader in production, sales of accessories and services for electrical energy transmission and distribution, safety equipment, and industrial applications. |
1,999 | |||
| 4 |
Reelreelinternational.com
Designs, produces, and maintains complex lifting and handling systems and solutions for highly technical installations in diverse markets like aerospace, nuclear, and energy. |
1,882 | |||
| 5 |
NEMERAnemera.net
Designs, develops, and manufactures drug delivery devices for ophthalmic, nasal, inhalation, dermal, and parenteral routes, prioritizing patient needs and treatment efficacy. |
1,616 | |||
| 6 |
JTEKT European Operationsjtekt.eu
Designs and manufactures automotive components, bearings for various industries, and a range of machine tools for manufacturing jobs. |
1,006 | |||
| 7 |
Clayens NPclayens.com
Transforms high-performance polymers, composites, and precision metal parts, offering tailored solutions from project to production across diverse industrial sectors. |
978 | |||
| 8 |
Aldes Groupealdesgroup.com
Designs, manufactures, and sells integrated solutions for air quality and thermal comfort in residential and commercial buildings, including ventilation, heating, and cooling. |
914 | |||
| 9 |
Gravotechgravotech.com
Design and manufacture of engraving, marking, and cutting equipment with software and consumables for personalization and industrial applications. |
604 | |||
| 10 | 557 | ||||
| 11 |
Symbiosymbio.one
Designing and mass-producing high-performance StackPack hydrogen-electric fuel cell systems for mobility and stationary applications through specialized Gigafactory facilities in Europe and North America. |
539 | |||
| 12 |
IGLigl-group.com
Develops innovative organ preservation solutions and machine perfusion technologies, maintaining organ viability from donation to transplantation. Products are regulated as drugs and medical devices. |
504 | |||
| 13 |
Volvo Trucks Francevolvotrucks.fr
Produces heavy trucks and creates reliable transport solutions for clients worldwide, prioritizing safety, quality, and environmental responsibility, with career opportunities. |
412 | |||
| 14 |
LFB GROUPgrouplfb.com
European leader providing refrigeration, HVAC, and data center climate control solutions through trusted brands with focus on innovation and sustainability. |
405 | |||
| 15 | 386 | ||||
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| 16 |
Lépinegroupe-lepine.com
Develops and distributes orthopedic implants, surgical instruments, specializing in hip and knee, with other fields growing. |
348 | |||
| 17 |
ANAVEO GROUPEanaveo.fr
Provider of intelligent security systems and connected objects for data protection, environment monitoring, and anomaly detection across various industries using expert technicians. |
343 | |||
| 18 |
Montabertmontabert.com
A French company specializing in hydraulic demolition and drilling equipment for construction, mining, and quarry industries, with a global distribution network |
321 | |||
| 19 |
Chloridechloride.com
Designing, manufacturing, servicing industrial UPS systems securing critical equipment power supply across industries worldwide. Safeguarding people and assets through innovative solutions. |
282 | |||
| 20 |
FIDUCIAL Informatiquefiducial.fr
design comprehensive software solutions and provide personalized services for various professional sectors including accounting, billing, payroll, and specialized industries |
281 | |||
| 21 |
Le Froid Pecomarklefroid.fr
A company specializing in refrigeration, air conditioning, and renewable energy providing components and services to simplify daily life for clients |
276 | |||
| 22 | 276 | ||||
| 23 |
TIAMA inspection worldwidetiama.com
Global provider of real-time data and quality control solutions for glass packaging producers, improving quality, productivity, and leveraging manufacturing intelligence through Big Data capabilities. |
262 | |||
| 24 |
JST transformateursjst-transformers.com
Design, manufacture, and maintain electric transformers for clients across five continents, with a focus on innovation and sustainable development. |
256 | |||
| 25 |
SMWsmw-france.com
SMW specializes in developing and offering advanced fragrance diffusion technology for ambiance and hygiene, with a focus on well-being and global presence |
238 | |||
| 26 |
ACMacm-acr.fr
Design and manufacture of pressure equipment for nuclear, pharmaceutical, chemical, petrochemical, and renewable energy sectors with 75 years expertise. |
219 | |||
| 27 |
SAMSON FRANCEfrance.samsongroup.com
Manufacture and development of fluid regulation products, digital solutions, and maintenance services, specializing in hygienic and aseptic valves. |
219 | |||
| 28 |
Bosch Rexroth Franceboschrexroth.com
Design and manufacture of advanced control and drive technologies, supporting industrial productivity and energy efficiency across various production systems in France. |
209 | |||
| 29 |
RISO FRANCErisofrance.fr
Designs and distributes unique, fast, economical digital inkjet printing solutions for education, associations, local authorities, and businesses across multiple countries. |
191 | |||
| 30 |
UPERGYupergy.com
Manufacturing and distribution of high-quality batteries, chargers, and portable lighting solutions for industrial, professional, and retail markets through various specialized global subsidiaries. |
191 | |||
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