Independent Family company for over
100 years.

100 years
of industry experience

Modern and innovative manufacturing facilities

BAM-approved manufacturer and reconditioning facility

Certified waste management company

ISO certified to 9001 and 14001

Future-oriented, Close-by, reliable.

Currently in its fourth generation, Resch GmbH, headquartered in Schwerte, is one of the leading independent companies in the field of reconditioning steel drums and IBCs (Intermediate Bulk Containers). Since its establishment in 1920, the company has been dedicated to the philosophy of resource-efficient reconditioning rather than the labor-intensive production of industrial packaging. The drum reconditioning process employs a unique method that remains unparalleled in Germany to this day.

As a family-owned company with a long-standing tradition, our customers can rely on numerous advantages.

Future-oriented

resource-efficient processes for reconditioning various industrial packaging

advanced technologies

continuous optimization of internal and external processes

CUSTOMER PROXIMITY

personalized consultation

customized solutions for customer needs

reliable, long-standing customer relationships

flexibility thanks to our own fleet of vehicles

central location in the Ruhr area

reliable

comprehensive portfolio in the industrial packaging sector

manufacturer-independent packaging
take-back

disposal in accordance with regulations

high quality standards

certified waste management company

More than 100 years and currently in the fourth generation: continuous development has made us one of the leading companies in the field of reprocessing.

2020

100th anniversary of the company
RESCH 1920 – 2020

2018

Renewal of thermal afterburning to reduce/optimize energy consumption

2016

Installation of an automatic drum palletizing system

2014/2015

Automation of drum opening systems
Expansion of the fleet of vehicles
Growth: Number of employees reaches 85

2012/2013

Commissioning of a production line for seamed lid drums

Certification as a waste management company
Certification according to the international standard ISO 9001:2008 (Quality Management)
Certification according to the international standard ISO 14001:2004 (Environmental Management)

2011

Transformation into RESCH GmbH & Co. KG
Volker Busch and Stefan Müller-Arends join as "packaging experts" in the team of shareholders

Expansion of product range and service offering: Cleaning and rebottling of IBCs
Upgrade and modernization of the steel drum facilities

2006

Pilot project of the Federal Ministry for the Environment: Increase in environmental friendliness and energy efficiency, more than 40% reduction in energy consumption

Commissioning of the process incineration plant (for thermal cleaning of steel drums at temperatures over 900°C)
Establishment as a competent partner for the chemical industry

1990

Implementation of the latest technology to optimize the efficiency of burnout quality

New target group positioning due to increased quality and quantity

1980

Initiation of thermal reconditioning
For the first time, non-washable drums, primarily from the chemical industry, can be reconditioned
Leading company in the field of thermal reconditioning

1970

Michael Resch, a trained mechanical engineer, joins the family business

Modernization of the machinery
Automation of the painting booths
Expansion of quality standards: Increasing the efficiency of the production lines to increase capacity and improve quality

1960

Specialization of the company in the cleaning of steel drums and lids

Introduction of the first automation of the cleaning process
Development: innovative technology for cleaning and rust removal of drums

1950

Relocation of the company from Bremen to Schwerte
Rebuilding of the company by Gustav Resch and his three sons: Heinrich, Gustav, and Adolf
Change of company name to Gustav Resch & Söhne oHG

1920

Foundation of the company by Matthias Resch in Bremen
Focus: Construction and repair of wooden barrels, reconditioning of emptied fish barrels for reuse as sturdy packaging barrels

2020

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2014/2015

2012/2013

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Certified safety

Proper disposal and reconditioning in all our reconditioning processes are essential and natural for us: As a certified waste management company, we comply with all environmental standards. In addition, we are certified according to ISO 14001:2015 for environmental management by TÜV Süd, and we are recognized by BAM (Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing) as a manufacturer and reconditioner. The trust of our long-standing customers reinforces our principles.

TÜV certificate ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015

TÜV certificate waste management company

Quality assurance

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Independent Family company for over
100 years.