The Ain department hosts a diverse range of companies with in-house R&D, predominantly in manufacturing. These include established mid-sized firms and larger groups. AKWEL and MGI Coutier specialize in automotive components, while Groupe Desautel focuses on fire protection systems. FRANCE AIR designs and distributes air treatment systems, and Ligne Roset manufactures contemporary furniture. Advanced Accelerator Applications develops radiopharmaceutical products for medical imaging.
A notable pattern is the strong presence of the automotive supply chain and related manufacturing, with several companies like AKWEL and MGI Coutier based in Champfromier. There is also a cluster of companies involved in specialized materials and industrial equipment, indicating a robust industrial base in the region.
| # | Company | Employees | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
AKWELakwel-automotive.com
Designs and manufactures automotive components, specializing in fluid management and mechanisms, using plastic, rubber, metal, and electronics for global customers. |
3,468 | |||
| 2 |
Groupe Desauteldesautel.fr
Specializes in fire protection with extensive services including extinguishers, automatic detection, smoke extraction, safety lighting, risk studies, special vehicles, and training. |
922 | |||
| 3 |
FRANCE AIRfrance-air.com
Design and distribution of air treatment systems for commercial, industrial buildings, residential, professional kitchens, hospitals, and clean rooms. |
774 | |||
| 4 |
MGI Coutierakwel-automotive.com
Designs, develops, and manufactures automotive components, specializing in fluid management and mechanisms, utilizing plastic, rubber, metal, and electronics technologies. |
725 | |||
| 5 |
Advanced Accelerator Applicationssiemens-healthineers.com
Development, manufacturing, testing, and supply of radiopharmaceutical products for PET imaging, focusing on oncology and expanding into neurology. |
570 | |||
| 6 |
ORAPI Hygi猫neorapihygiene.fr
Design, manufacture, and distribution of effective, sustainable hygiene, disinfection, and maintenance products protecting people and environment globally. |
473 | |||
| 7 |
DUQUEINE Groupduqueine.fr
Develops and manufactures composite materials for the aerospace industry, focusing on innovative solutions and market growth. Specializes in advanced composite applications. |
454 | |||
| 8 |
Ligne Rosetligne-roset.com
Design, manufacture, and distribution of contemporary furniture, lighting, textiles, rugs, and decorative accessories for a complete lifestyle. |
395 | |||
| 9 |
AW - Syst猫mes de Levageawpontroulant.fr
A French manufacturer specializing in lifting systems with expertise in design, fabrication, sales, and maintenance, aiming for continued growth |
375 | |||
| 10 |
MAPEI Francemapei.com
A family-owned Italian company specializing in building solutions and decoration, with a strong international presence and a focus on innovation and quality |
301 | |||
| 11 |
Fermobfermob.com
A renowned designer and manufacturer of colorful outdoor furniture, parasols, and LED lighting, creating unique and attractive outdoor spaces worldwide |
268 | |||
| 12 |
Tubesca-Comabitubesca-comabi.com
Specializes in standard and custom access and height work solutions for construction, industrial maintenance, and aerospace sectors globally. |
230 | |||
| 13 |
Toray Films Europetorayfilms.eu
Manufacturer and supplier of BOPET and BOPP films for electronics, energy, furniture, graphics, medical, packaging, and luxury product applications. |
211 | |||
| 14 |
STEEP Plastiquesteep-plastique.com
Injection moulding of engineering thermoplastics for automotive applications, focusing on lightweight, integrated functions for thermal, hybrid, and electric vehicles. |
198 | |||
| 15 |
N2JSoft, administrative and HR softwareskeeple.com
Fintech software publisher. Supports companies with administrative and HR process digitalization and optimization. Optimizes HR processes for over 10,000 companies in 72 countries. |
196 | |||
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| 16 | 195 | ||||
| 17 | 156 | ||||
| 18 |
IPC Centre Technique Industriel de la Plasturgie et des Compositesct-ipc.com
A technical and innovation center specializing in composites and thermoplastic injection for the plastics industry, offering high-value R&D, services, and industrial transfers |
149 | |||
| 19 |
GERGONNE INDUSTRIE - THE ADHESIVE SOLUTIONgergonne.com
An independent French industrial group specializing in manufacturing and converting adhesive tapes and die-cut items for various markets globally |
141 | |||
| 20 |
COTELACcotelac.fr
French fashion brand known for unique designer clothing with meticulous attention to fabric treatments Offers women's and men's lines with artistic collaborations worldwide |
138 | |||
| 21 |
Groupe Bernardbernard-groupe.com
Support producers of cereals, fruits, vegetables, and vineyards with supply, grain collection, and tailored services focused on innovation and performance. |
117 | |||
| 22 |
COVERGUARDcoverguard-safety.com
Design, manufacture, and distribute a wide range of original, comfortable, and reliable personal protective equipment for workplace safety. |
112 | |||
| 23 |
AIRVANCE Groupairvancegroup.com
A leading supplier of HVAC products in Europe, providing high-quality solutions and raising awareness about indoor air quality |
109 | |||
| 24 |
Applexionapplexion.com
The company specializes in purification equipment and services focused on reducing carbon footprint, increasing efficiency, and optimizing production processes for industrial clients worldwide |
97 | |||
| 25 |
PRATICIMApraticima.com
Design and manufacture of custom medical equipment and solutions supporting hospitals, healthcare facilities, and pharmacies with innovative, reliable French-made products. |
95 | |||
| 26 | 86 | ||||
| 27 |
SERIPLASTseriplast.fr
Manufacturer of packaging plastic for cosmetics brands since 1966, specializing in thermoplastic injection and decoration of bottles, ampoules, roll-on, and pillboxes |
84 | |||
| 28 |
BILLION Injection Molding Machinerybillion.fr
Design and manufacture injection molding machines including all-electric, hybrid, hydraulic types with multi-injection technology for various industrial sectors. |
84 | |||
| 29 |
Clayens Healthcareclayens.com
A Healthcare support company offering development, manufacturing, and regulatory compliance services for medical/pharmaceutical devices and plastic components worldwide |
76 | |||
| 30 |
Jacomexjacomex.com
Specializes in designing and manufacturing glove boxes, isolators, and purification units for controlled environment applications and contamination prevention. |
75 | |||
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