Bühler Group is a globally recognized technology and engineering company headquartered in Uzwil, Switzerland, with operations spanning over 140 countries. For nearly 160 years, the family-owned business has pioneered innovations that address fundamental needs in industries ranging from food production and feed processing to advanced materials and e-mobility. Their solutions underpin everyday products such as smartphones, solar panels, and vehicles, emphasizing sustainability and efficiency across supply chains. Bühler’s commitment to health and safety drives its mission to advance processes and products worldwide.
The company’s diverse portfolio includes food processing systems for grains, specialty ingredients, and animal feed, as well as cutting-edge technologies for battery manufacturing, chemical production, and digital process optimization. With a workforce of approximately 12,000 employees, Bühler balances heritage and innovation, leveraging its expertise to support global industries while minimizing environmental impacts. Their 2024 financial performance highlighted strong growth, including a record-breaking Milling Solutions division that added significant daily processing capacity for staples like rice and flour.
Battery Technology
Bühler’s advancements in battery technology focus on optimizing the production of lithium-ion cells through continuous slurry mixing, a process that dramatically improves energy and operational efficiency. Their co-rotating twin-screw extrusion systems integrate raw material handling, pre-mixing, kneading, dispersion, and degassing into a single energy-efficient step. This method reduces energy consumption by up to 75% compared to traditional batch processes (56 kWh/t vs. 224 kWh/t), lowering costs and CO₂ footprints. The technology is critical for manufacturing cathode and anode electrode slurries, enabling higher productivity and consistency.
Partnerships, such as collaboration with Italian battery manufacturer FIB S.p.A. to establish Europe’s capacity for lithium iron phosphate (LFP) cells, underscore Bühler’s role in scaling sustainable energy storage. Additionally, the company operates testing labs in Europe and Asia, offering in-line quality control and data-driven analytics to refine battery production processes. Bühler’s solutions for the automotive sector include megacasting machines used globally, enabling integrated aluminum casting for lightweight vehicle components. Over 40 of these systems have been deployed worldwide, supporting major automakers and suppliers.
Recent Projects
In 2024-2025, Bühler announced strategic advancements including the installation of Carat 920 megacasting equipment with South Korean partner Seojin System, expanding production capabilities for battery and automotive components. The company also opened an optical sorting research and training center in Northern California, enhancing its sorting technologies for food and materials processing. Financial performance highlights included a 7.6% EBIT margin in 2024, driven by growth in milling and customer support services. Bühler’s expanded training initiatives, such as its African Milling School in Kenya, further solidify its commitment to global skills development. The company’s innovations, like continuous slurry technology at its Lake Lab in Singapore, aim to address waste and energy challenges in battery production.
Investors
Bühler Group is a privately held, family-owned enterprise equally stewarded by Karin Bühler, Dr. Maya Bühler, and Jeannine Bühler since 2014. While no listed equity investors are publicly disclosed, the company’s financial stability is reflected in its 2024 improvements, including a 52.8% equity ratio and record turnover in key divisions. Bühler’s client partnerships, such as those with automotive and battery manufacturers, underpin its growth. The company’s long-term ownership structure ensures sustained focus on innovation and market leadership.
Business Details
Location: Uzwil, Switzerland
Website: https://www.buhlergroup.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/391473
