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The SCHOCK® GROUP – your strong partner.
Independent. Personal. Solution-oriented.
A strong network for end-to-end solutions
The SCHOCK® Group is a fully integrated corporate group. It covers the areas of individual ball-bearing guides, telescopic rails, special profiles, and the production of complex assemblies. SCHOCK® is known as an industry leader and offers a wide range of products and services used in various customer solutions.
Six locations in four countries form a seamless value chain:
From development to worldwide delivery, our customers receive everything from a single source – fast, reliable, on time, and in the desired quality.
Our competence centers at a glance | Locations
SCHOCK®
Urbach, Germany
At our corporate headquarters, founded in Urbach in 1971, 100% of our telescopic slide profiles are produced. Profiles are manufactured efficiently and with high precision on our internally developed roll-forming lines. This manufacturing step forms the basis for our telescopic rails. The profile parts are then sent to Liepaja, Latvia, where they are assembled and finished in our plant and prepared for shipping in our logistics center.
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Schopfloch, Germany
With an impressive warehouse and logistics area of over 10,000 m², Schopfloch is the central hub of the SCHOCK® GROUP. From here, we manage not only the worldwide distribution of our products but also sales and marketing for the entire group of companies. Short distances, efficient processes, and a strong team make this location the logistical control center of our international success story.
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Hatzfeld-Reddighausen, Germany
In Hatzfeld-Reddighausen, the SCHOCK® GROUP bundles competence, precision, and innovative strength. Both standardized and customized telescopic guides are created here. Thanks to the in-house production of tools and equipment, SCHOCK® remains flexible and independent in the implementation of individual customer solutions. The range of services is complemented by state-of-the-art injection molding systems, where technically demanding plastic parts are manufactured directly on-site.
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Liepaja, Lettland
Our plant in Liepaja, Latvia, is the competence center for the assembly and powder coating of our in-house manufactured telescopic slides and assemblies. As a full-service provider, SCHOCK® Metal Latvia takes over the complete product manufacturing – efficient, precise, and across all industries. Customers from industry, furniture manufacturing, and special solutions benefit here from sophisticated processes, high vertical integration, and uncompromising quality "Made by SCHOCK®".
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Chesapeake, Virginia, USA
The central sales office of the SCHOCK® Group for the North American and Canadian markets is located in Chesapeake, Virginia. The company stands for customer-oriented service, technical expertise, and fast response times with its own warehousing. Thanks to our direct local presence, our customers benefit from short delivery routes, personalised support, and tailor-made solutions for all aspects of telescopic slide systems ball-bearing telescopic slides.
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Kemalpaşa, Turkey
Based in the industrial center of Kemalpaşa, SCHOCK® Metal Türkiye stands for technical competence, reliability, and proximity to the customer. As part of the globally successful SCHOCK® GROUP, we develop and distribute high-quality telescopic slide solutions for a wide range of applications in household appliances and the automotive industry.
Whether tailor-made special solutions or proven standards: SCHOCK® Metal Türkiye delivers technology that moves – for Turkey, the Middle East, and beyond.
SCHOCK Metallwerk has been moving since 1971
1971 – On October 1, 1971, the new metalworks in Urbach was opened – at that time still part of the Schorndorf company – and specialized in ball-bearing telescopic slides, decorative metals, and pull-out guides for the furniture industry. Even then, the company employed over 1,200 people across several locations.
1978 – On July 1, 1978, the Urbach plant became legally independent and operated as Schock Metallwerk GmbH under the management of Hermann and Richard Schock. In doing so, they laid the foundation for the company's development as an independent player in the metalworking industry. In the following years, Schock established itself as a trustworthy partner in industry and trade.
2002 – Schock Metallwerk GmbH expands globally and structures the company into five strategic business units: Home Appliances, Automotive, Living/Storage, Industry, and Trade. This diversification opens up new markets and strengthens the company's international competitiveness.
2019 – A state-of-the-art assembly plant is opened in Liepaja, Latvia. All SCHOCK® telescopic rails are finished in this plant. The highest quality standards are maintained here, and a final quality control is carried out. This is how we guarantee the highest product quality.
2021 – The establishment of a logistics center in Schopfloch, Germany, optimizes worldwide shipping coordination and ensures efficient, on-time delivery to customers on all continents. This center is a key component of the company's global logistics strategy.
2023 – Expansion of the logistics center in Schopfloch: A state-of-the-art powder coating system is put into operation. In addition, another warehouse is built with photovoltaics and 380 kW output. These measures are the key to more sustainability and growth. Thanks to our photovoltaic system, we have significantly reduced CO₂ emissions while also lowering our operating costs.
Quality
Schock Metallwerk GmbH is ISO 9001 certified and consistently implements the concept of Total Quality Management (TQM) in all areas of the company. This comprehensive quality approach guarantees that all business processes are carefully planned, controlled, and continuously optimized to achieve maximum efficiency and consistently high product quality.
The introduction and integration of advanced control systems in all production and work processes ensure that every product meets the high requirements. The focus is on proactive error prevention to enable virtually error-free production. Zero-defect production is not just a goal, but an integral part of daily work within the SCHOCK® Group.
Regular customer audits provide another important component of quality management. These audits create transparent communication and ensure that customer requirements are always met. Furthermore, through preventive quality assurance measures, care is taken as early as the early phase of production to identify and eliminate potential sources of error before they affect the final product.
Through this systematic approach, SCHOCK® has created a solid foundation for delivering innovative and high-quality products.
Sustainability
SCHOCK® takes its responsibility toward the environment with the highest priority and commitment. The company consistently pursues the path of sustainable production and works steadily to minimize environmental impact.
Our products are characterized by their durability and maintenance-free nature – properties that not only extend the service life of the products but also reduce their ecological footprint. By selecting environmentally friendly materials and developing long-lasting solutions, we actively contribute to conserving resources and relieving the burden on the environment.
The SCHOCK® GROUP is committed to continuing to drive sustainable innovation and acting responsibly in the future to further reduce our ecological footprint and contribute to the preservation of the environment.
By completing the EcoVadis questionnaire, we have taken an important step toward having our sustainability performance assessed – with the goal of transparently presenting our environmental and social responsibility to our customers.
One group of companies. One promise.
We rely on in-house production and a seamless supply chain.
Quality you can rely on.
The manufacturing process starts with the production of our tools in our own tool shop. The production of our telescopic guides is carried out entirely in-house. This allows us maximum flexibility and cost control, and thus absolute control over every detail.
Every manufacturing step is subject to strict inspection processes. This ensures that every product meets our customers' high demands for dimensional accuracy, load capacity, and functionality.
Design and Development
- Co-Engineering
- Product Design
- Prototyping
- 3D Simulation
- Testing Laboratory
Roll-Forming Technology
- Individual Profile Shapes
- High Material Utilization
- Energy-Efficient Manufacturing Process
- Highest Precision
Metalworking
- Punching
- Bending
- Embossing
- Welding
- 3D Laser Technology
Surface Finishing
- Powder Coating
- Galvanization
- Cathodic Dip Coating (KTL)
Injection Molding
- Injection Molding Production
- 1- and 2-Component Plastic Parts
- Small and Large Series
Mold and Tool Making
- Design
- Production
- Tool Management
Assembly Production
- Assembly and Packaging
- Production of Complex Assemblies
- Packaging
Logistics HUB / Online Trade
- European Logistics Center
- Picking and Packing
- Worldwide Transport and Logistics Services
