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30+ years of innovation - This is Fricke und Mallah Microwave Technology GmbH
One of the world's leading manufacturers of microwave heating systems, generators and plasma systems
We accelerate your drying and heating process and decarbonize your manufacturing process.
Our motto “We accelerate your drying and heating process” has been our core mission since the company was founded. Understanding and accelerating the drying and heating process to enable the most efficient production possible for our customers is something we live and breathe. Since 2015, we have been offering highly innovative, patented microwave plasma systems for the decarbonization of numerous manufacturing processes, for example for biofuel, fertilizer and carbon fibres.
Dr.-Ing. Dirk-H. Fricke and Dipl.-Ing. Marcel Mallah studied electrical engineering with a focus on high-frequency technology and subsequently gained experience in scientific and industrial environments.
They put this experience to good use when they decided to found Fricke und Mallah Microwave Technology GmbH in 1995. Since then, Fricke und Mallah has established itself as a reliable partner for industry and research.
The story of Fricke and Mallah
Foundation of the company
In 1995, Dr.-Ing. Dirk-H. Fricke and Dipl.-Ing. Marcel Mallah founded Fricke and Mallah Microwave Technology GmbH with the aim of developing innovative solutions for the industry. With a clear vision and a dedicated team, we started our journey to fulfill the needs of our customers and establish ourselves as a reliable partner.
New building and relocation to Werner-Nordmeyer Str. 25
2003 was a significant milestone for us: the move to the new, modern building at Werner-Nordmeyer-Str. 25 enabled us to expand our capacities and respond even more flexibly to the requirements of our growing customer base.
10th anniversary
In 2005, Fricke und Mallah proudly celebrated its 10th anniversary. This decade has seen remarkable progress and numerous successful projects. We are proud to have gained the trust of our customers during this time and to have further expanded our expertise in the industry.
Expansion and extension of the company building
2007 saw a significant expansion of our headquarters. The extension enabled us to create additional office and production space in order to meet the growing demands of our customers and further increase our innovative strength.
Major market launch of microwave preheating systems for the MDF industry
A year of innovation: The market launch of microwave preheating systems for the MDF industry set new standards and strengthened our position as a leading supplier in the industry. This pioneering technology was quickly well received.
20th anniversary and development/manufacture of microwave plasma systems
In 2015, we proudly celebrated our 20th anniversary. Two decades full of challenges and successes, during which we have grown continuously. This anniversary reflected our constant spirit of innovation and our commitment to the highest quality and customer satisfaction.
Expansion through new building with new offices and new production hall
In 2016, we took another important step and expanded the company premises with a new building, which included new offices and a larger production hall. This expansion enabled us to increase our production capacity and respond even more efficiently to the needs of our customers.
Registration of the word mark COSTPANO
In 2018, COSTPANO becomes the official word mark of Fricke und Mallah Microwave Technology GmbH and sets new standards in the pasteurization of ready meals. Since then, COSTPANO has gained the trust of numerous companies worldwide, including many S&P 500 companies.
FM is the authorized distributor for Strayfield devices in the EU
In 2022, we expanded our portfolio by becoming an authorized distributor for Strayfield devices in the EU. This partnership strengthens our market position and enables us to offer our customers even higher quality and more innovative products.
Acquisition of the company Heuermann HHF-Technik GmbH in Aachen
In 2023, Fricke und Mallah takes over Heuermann HHF-Technik GmbH in Aachen. This acquisition strengthens our technology portfolio and complements our expertise in the field of high-frequency technology, allowing us to expand our range and strengthen our market presence.
30th anniversary
In October 2025, we proudly celebrate our 30th anniversary. Three decades of innovation, success and continuous growth, during which we have always focused on quality, customer satisfaction and technology. We are looking forward to the next 30 years!
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