Friedrich Kicherer GmbH & Co. KG

Friedrich Kicherer GmbH & Co. KG is a long-established, family-rooted steel and industrial supply company based in Ellwangen, Germany. With origins dating to 1718, it is among Germany’s largest medium-sized steel trading businesses and serves commercial customers in industry, construction, skilled trades and retail. Its core activities include wholesale distribution of steel and related products, processing and finishing, supported by extensive stockholding and logistics designed for reliable, fast delivery.

The company offers a broad range of materials, including rolled, quality and bright steel, stainless steel, aluminium, copper, brass and reinforcing steel. Its wider assortment covers civil engineering and reinforcement products, wire, ironware, gratings, roofing and façade supplies, gates and doors, plastics, tools, machinery, welding supplies, chemicals and abrasives. Customers can also source workwear, personal protective equipment, workshop and industrial equipment, and access clothing customisation. Kicherer reports a catalogue of around 100,000 items and employs more than 450 people. It also provides practical vocational training across commercial, technical, logistics and driving roles, reflecting its commitment to expertise, service and long-term responsibility.