We are an independent manufacturer of pigment preparations, masterbatches and compounds for the plastics processing industry and synthetic building materials. Founded in 1905. Today, more than 130 specialists at our location in Wunsiedel work on the optimum color for your product. With knowledge about applications, colorants and processes which is unparalleled and has grown over four generations.
The management team (from left): Manfred Rocktäschel, Dr. Josef Kuchler, Stefan Schmeisl.
We don’t test quality, we develop it. Naturally together with the customer and consistently on the basis of our certified quality management, DIN ISO 9001:2015. We understand this to be the regular further development of our own know-how, the expansion of our research capacities and the continuous search for customer-specific, innovative technologies and formulations. Today we find ourselves among those color manufacturers in Europe who invest the most time in their in-house quality assurance. That is something we are proud of.
As an established family business, we stand for traditional values and invest in cutting-edge technologies and processes to advance towards an innovative and sustainable future.
We prioritize consistent competence, encourage continuous learning, and facilitate the productive exchange of knowledge. Our goal is to adeptly navigate challenges with exceptional dedication to finding solutions, aiming for the highest quality in all areas.
Our business partners and employees can depend on us to honor our commitments and deliver precise work. We manufacture locally, leveraging German craftsmanship and consistency to ensure long-term satisfaction for customers and employees.
By fostering open and constructive collaboration within our team and with our customers and business partners, we aim to cultivate harmonious working relationships. Trust, respect, and appreciation are fundamental to us and form the foundation for successful cooperation.
Foundation of Farbenwerke Wunsiedel by Wilhelm Simon (1905 – 1935), production of earth and lime paints
Extension of the production range to include pan-milled pigment mixtures, cement paints and do-it-yourself products by Rudolf Ley, son-in-law (1937 – 1984)
Start of the production of pigment mixtures for the plastics processing industry, especially for PVC, by Dr. Wolfram Ley (from 1964)
Modernization of the plant and the production facilities
Founding of MASTER TEC GmbH. Launch of masterbatch production for polyolefins, followed by PVC
Construction of the new laboratory and sales building
Entry of the shareholder and later CEO Angelika Nürnberger, née Ley. (CEO from 2000-2017)
Introduction of quality management system, document management system and ERP system.
100-year company anniversary
Start of the production of compounds for ASA and PMMA
Presentation of the Combi Toner system
Commissioning of the TSC with comprehensive laboratory equipment and test systems for problem analysis and solution-finding.
Development and launch of underwater granulation
Completion of the production extension, the new warehouse and the new multifunctional building including canteen. Inking plant
Expansion of our Masterbatch range with the HEUCOBATCH product line from Heubach
Angelika Nürnberger, Dr. Wolfram Ley, Gisela Ley, Oliver Heinekamp
Successful merger of sister companies MASTER TEC GmbH chemische Produkte and Farbenwerke Wunsiedel GmbH. From August 1, 2025, Farbenwerke Wunsiedel GmbH will take over all operational activities.
Farbenwerke Wunsiedel company building
The interplay of glazed colors on the roof of our company building is a strong symbol for and commitment to diversity. Every color has a different effect at each time of the day and creates a colorful interplay of light and reflections. With all its radiance, it stands for the enthusiasm with which we embark on the production of our colors each day.
We are committed to clear values and principles that guide our actions today and tomorrow. Our Code of Conduct forms the foundation for ethical and responsible conduct within our company, towards our stakeholders and our social environment. Its guidelines and values support us on our path as a pioneer in avoiding legal risks and maintaining and further developing our positive image.
Being able to“master“ color requires a detailed look at all the manufacturing processes, the components and their interactions in the coloring process. It also requires the necessary know-how for making the right color for your precise application from more than 1,000 base pigments, which can be processed easily and economically and reproduced at any time.
We are based in the Fichtel mountains, which are as colorful and attractive as our colors.
We are convinced that our home region and loyalty to our location create a sense of identity. The Fichtel mountains are an integral part of our DNA. And that will always be the case.
© 2025 Farbenwerke – Mastering Colors.
