Dossier
Johannes Grassmayr
Coverage of Johannes Grassmayr in the Nexus archive.
- 425-year-old Austrian bell foundry survives on 3D printing and lasers
The 425-year-old Grassmayr Bell Foundry in Austria, founded in 1599, uses 3D printing, lasers, and computer simulations to survive modern challenges like rising material costs and declining demand for church bells. Brothers Johannes and Peter Grassmayr lead the foundry, which faces pressures from high bronze prices, energy costs, and fewer church constructions.
- Austria’s 16th century bell foundry adds modern technology to keep the casting process alive
Austria’s Grassmayr Bell Foundry, founded in 1599, combines traditional methods with modern technologies like 3D-printing and computer simulations to produce large bronze church bells. Brothers Johannes and Peter Grassmayr lead the family business, which faces challenges from reduced church construction and rising energy costs.