With the conclusion of this year’s Works Council election, it is now clear who will represent the interests of our workforce in the coming years. The newly elected council brings a strong mix of experience, fresh ideas, and commitment. In this article, we briefly introduce all members – and take a closer look at our three full-time representatives. Together, they are committed to actively shaping our everyday working life.

Works Council ElectionElected, moti­vated, ready: Our new works council

With the conclusion of this year’s Works Council election, it is now clear who will represent the interests of our workforce in the coming years. The newly elected council brings a strong mix of experience, fresh ideas, and commitment. In this article, we briefly introduce all members – and take a closer look at our three full-time representatives. Together, they are committed to actively shaping our everyday working life.

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Christmas Magic at the Laupheim SiteMagical moments at the end of the year – our ”Weih­nacht­sza­uber”

When lights shine, the scent of mulled wine and punch fills the air, and cheerful laughter echoes through the halls, then it's clear: the most wonderful time of the year is here, and with it the annual “Weihnachtszauber” (Christmas Magic) for Uhlmann and Holding employees in Laupheim.

Series – One day in a lifeExciting tasks in Singa­pore

Have you ever wondered what everyday work life looks like at our international locations? What is it like to live and work in Germany, Singapore, Spain, or Mexico? In our new series, “One day in a life”, we will show you exactly that: personal insights into your workday – and maybe even a little beyond.

New company restaurantA taste for the future: How we’re shaping the Laupheim site

The Facility Management (UMF) ensures not only the smooth operation of our buildings, workspaces, and technical systems—it also helps future-proof our site. One of the key projects currently underway is the construction of a new corporate restaurant in Laupheim. This major development is set to strengthen the 'campus for years to come. We spoke with Robert Rettich and Andreas Gantert to learn more.

HobbyWe are Triathlon

Andreas Glaser and Martin Dangelmayr have been part of the triathlon circus for a long time. And active in the SV Sulmetingen club. They have also been successful at many running events for Uhlmann, most recently at the Oberschwaben company run last May. Triathlon is considered the supreme discipline of endurance sports – pactuell wanted to know how it all began and what motivates the two of them.

Interview“We found very fast, lean and good solu­tions”

The Production of the Uhlmann Serialization Platform (USP) is temporarily being taken over by colleagues from KOCH. Christian Link, Director Assembly Packaging Systems, is in charge of the relocation. In this interview, he explains why we are doing this and what challenges it has brought with it.

UHLMANN SKI TRIPSnow much fun!

This year's ski trip end of January left nothing to be desired. With powder snow and glorious weather, everyone was beaming with sunshine all day long. A great day's skiing on the Sonnenkopf in Austria, a bit of après-ski and a great atmosphere right to the end in the fully occupied bus. If you want to experience it for yourself, sign up for next year's anniversary trip.😉

SustainabilityThe Joy of Christmas: Hands-On Activ­i­ties for All Employees

Sustainability is a key topic in current debates. But what exactly does it mean in the context of companies? And how do the Tree of Wishes and KOCH’s donation campaigns fit into the context of sustainability? These questions will be answered in a talk with sustainability experts Lorella Di Dio (KOCH) and Lea Steilen (Uhlmann).

A double anniversaryHalf a century with Uhlmann

A double work anniversary – exactly 50 years ago, two young men just starting out in their careers began an apprenticeship together at Uhlmann. And this year, Alfred Schuhmacher and Franz Schaible are also celebrating their anniversary together. They told us why they stayed with the same employer for so long and where they ended up within the company.

Cremer SpeciaalmachinesGreen belt in effi­ciency

With the Lean Six Sigma training program, Uhlmann has officially been on a lean journey since summer 2018. Its goal: to establish a comprehensive lean improvement culture within three years. After completing Green or Black Belt training, employees are deployed as project managers in change projects. At Cremer Speciaalmachines, the first colleagues trained for their green belts in efficiency this year.

History festival LaupheimThe sun shines brightly in the sky

Once again the annual children's and local history festival will take place in Laupheim, the town where Uhlmann was founded, from 27.06. to 01.07.2024. And, as every year, you will come across Uhl-men and women in various places. Colleagues who traditionally take part in the local festival have their say here.

Hobby“For me, the fasci­na­tion of flying is the sheer freedom it brings”

Jürgen Welker enjoys seeing the world from above and has fulfilled his biggest dream: flying. Whether with or without an engine, soaring high up in the sky gives him a sense of freedom and a chance to wind down from the daily grind. Here he reveals how he caught the “flying bug” and where his most memorable flight took him.

Interview“We keep moving with the times”

Dr. Olaf Weinmann, Vice President Digital Solutions at Uhlmann, has been responsible for digital topics here since last summer. The PhD mathematician spoke to pactuell about how digitalization is progressing at the company, where we are headed, and how a DJ paved the way to establishing contact with Uhlmann.

Interview“I feel at home in the moun­tains”

Faster, higher, better. That’s the motto of 46-year-old Marc Grün. Marc, who has been working at Uhlmann for six years, spends his free time climbing extremely high mountains – most recently the 8,000-meter-high Manaslu in Nepal. In this interview, he explains what fascinates him about mountaineering and how it benefits his work.

Uhlmann internationalVisit from Bangladesh

Jahurul Islam and Miran Shah from our agency Khan & Deen are already looking after some Blister machines B 1440 and Cartoner C 2305 in their home country Bangladesh, so at the beginning of the year they were in Laupheim for five weeks for training and FAT with the customer Popular from Bangladesh. Recently, Jahurul Islam returned to Laupheim for another FAT. In his luggage: memories of the last visit to Germany.

Working abroadTime for an away game

As a company with global reach, Uhlmann offers its employees the chance to travel abroad and work on a temporary basis at one of our international sites. As such, they form the link between our foreign companies and our headquarters in Germany. Having taken the leap overseas, Juliane Rabe and Tobias Jung talk to us about their experience as expats.

KOCH talks“KOCH has enor­mous poten­tial that needs to be nurtured and devel­oped.”

Our Group Company KOCH Pac-Systeme regularly reports in the employee magazine "KOCH talks" about things that are of interest throughout the Group. We publish this content here in pactuell in a loose series. Here: In the interview, the new managing directors Thomas Winkler, COO, and Dr Tim Wolf, CBDO, introduce themselves.

corporate cultureUhlmann in trans­for­ma­tion

The objective of our Lead2Win project is to help ensure the implementation of our 4ward25 strategy, the ultimate goal being to secure our future. The challenges are many and varied, and to help us master them, we are starting with our executives. We are creating a common understanding of leadership and the framework needed to transform ourselves and Uhlmann. Because each and every individual is called upon to help create a corporate culture that will allow us to build a successful future.

Birthday Tobias UhlmannOn the 50th birthday of Tobias Uhlmann

Uhlmann has always been a family business. After all, Tobias Uhlmann leads it as Chairman of the Supervisory Board in the third generation. But it also means that we are a family of 2,600. And that is why we, the Uhlmann employees worldwide, are unanimously saying today: Happy 50th birthday, Mr. Uhlmann!

Leisure timeChris­tian Rotter rocks!

We know what our colleagues do for work. But what do they do in their leisure time? Some really intriguing and interesting hobbies actually, as pactuell has found out and will be sharing with you in random order. Today, we learn why Christian Rotter, Sales Manager in Laupheim, never stops rocking with “THE END”….

KOCH talks3D-printed bearing shell in Bösinger’s ‘Wasser­häusle’

Our Group Company KOCH Pac-Systeme regularly reports in the employee magazine "KOCH talks" about things that are of interest throughout the Group. We publish this content here in pactuell in a loose series. Here: The Bösinger Wasserhäusle from 1893 contains a highly modern piece of equipment - and a piece of KOCH history.

Team ShippingPacked – more packed – most packed

In a way, all of us have something to do with "packaging". The colleagues around Team Leader Manfred "Manne" Hörmann even a bit more - they pack everything from ballpoint pens to high-performance equipment for shipment within Germany and abroad and thus have interfaces to almost all departments in the company.

Leisure timeBernd Klein­mann has many strings to his bow

We know what our colleagues do for work. But what do they do in their leisure time? Some really intriguing and interesting hobbies actually, as pactuell has found out, and will be sharing with you in random order. Today, we talk to Bernd Kleinmann, Sales Manager in Laupheim, who ‘rocks’ our customers in more senses than one.

Renovation in LaupheimTaking shape: the new C4

The renovation of our C4 building in Laupheim is making huge progress. The UD, UPD and UAD Business Units are scheduled to move into the freshly renovated premises this summer. Stefan Meingast, Senior Expert Facility Management, and Ulrich Gräfe from the architectural firm gräfe architekten share some details and a sneak peek inside the project.

Quiz“Ah-ah-ah-ah stayin’ alive”…

...hum and save lives. You probably knew it: this well-known disco song from the seventies has everything you need for a cardiac massage - rhythm and title. Stroke, heart attack, burns, resuscitation, shock - these are all buzzwords we associate with "first aid". Do you know what to do in an emergency? To test it, you can take our little quiz.

Fit4LifeOn Your Marks, Get Set, GO!

Interval training, back fitness, yoga, morning wake-up and stress relief workouts, etc.: With Fit4Life, Uhlmann is offering employees a wide range of courses to improve physical or mental well-being. From January to June 2021, the sports and mental training courses took place online, leaving us calm and poised for the coming fall season. Because training in front of the computer works just as well as in the gym.

Interview“What is impor­tant for me is trust, reli­a­bility, setting a good example, and open­ness“

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Matthias Niemeyer has been working for the Uhlmann Group for a bit more than a year now – since October 1, 2020, as the CEO for both the Uhlmann Group Holding and for Uhlmann Pac-Systeme. PACTUELL asked him about his impressions of the first months.

Parenterals“Parenterals are booming”

Due to the pandemic, sterile injectable drugs, that notably include the highly sought-after COVID-19 vaccines, have become the hottest topic around. On a new website, Uhlmann addresses the issue of parenterals. Strategic Product Manager Werner Blersch explains how well we are positioned in the packaging of vials, syringes, ampoules & co., and where the journey is headed.

Video messageEnd of year greet­ings by Tobias Uhlmann

Dear employees of the Uhlmann Group,
Once again the year is coming to an end and it has been an eventful year again. Towards the end of the year, please find in the attached video message some closing words. I would like to thank all of you for your great commitment this year and wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and all the best for 2020.

Sports-MindedMoti­vated to Walk and Run

Our employees are fit all round – also in the sporting sense. They demonstrate this at events such as the October running/walking festival organized by the Boehringer company sports club. We asked three colleagues before the event about how they keep fit and prepare themselves – and congratulate the participants on their results.

KOCH: 50-year anniversary„We all pull together.“

Managing Director Karl Kappler has been working for Koch Pac-Systeme for 26 years. Sarah Müller, on the other hand, is in her second apprenticeship year as an industrial business management assistant and a newcomer to the company. Together, they discuss how KOCH has changed over the years, and what young and old can learn from each other.

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