We are the hinge company

Over 120 years of experience in precision craftsmanship define the fine difference in our products. Discover how our eyewear components redefine comfort and safety.

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200

Patents

100 million

Hinges

550

Employees

10

Locations

About us
The future of precision since 1904

Our passion for hinges and our pursuit of perfection are the essentials of our product development. We create solutions that are both practical and innovative.

OBE GMBH

Worldwide present

Sustainable

CO2-neutral in 2040

Solutions

Our expertise for your perfection

We complement our core competence in creating comfort in both flex and non-flex frames with customised solutions.

flexUno Technology

Robust yet easily inclinable spring hinges are developed based on the flexUno concept.

Space Screws

With patented Space Screws, non-flex hinges are equipped with a smooth articulation and safe release.

Exclusive Wires

Wires can be easily personalised with us. Explore the possibilities of shaping your exclusive wire according to our modular system.

Tailor-Made

On request we will work with you on new hinge concepts that can be brought into series production thanks to a variety of manufacturing technologies.

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Smartglasses
High-tech hinges of the future

Our hinges are ideally suited for advanced smart glasses - robust and stylish, designed to integrate the latest technology in your smart glasses.

Sustainability

CO2-Neutral by 2040

Traditionally ecological, forward-looking sustainable: For over two decades, we have been actively committed to environmental protection and are striving for a CO2-neutral future.

Environmental Management

Certified since 1996; focused on resource efficiency and circular economy

Recycling

Complete disposal of metal chips; use of recycled materials

Circular Systems

Closed production cycles; 60% reduction in lubricants

Energy Management

Reduced consumption through green electricity and efficient technologies

Water Management

Reduced water consumption by 65% through innovative treatment

Materials

Avoidance of lead-containing substances; use of environmentally friendly alternatives

Product Development

Designed for durability and environmentally friendly disposal

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News from the world of hinges

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Company · March 19, 2025
OBE Italia at MECSPE Bologna 2025
This year, our subsidiary OBE Italia was represented as an exhibitor at the MECSPE trade fair in Bologna.
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Company · February 11, 2025
Three inspiring days at MIDO
Three days at MIDO in Milan have come to an end, and we couldn’t be more grateful! The remarkable response from our customers and many new contacts has exceeded our expectations. A big THANK YOU to everyone who visited us and we truly appreciate your interest and will process all inquiries as quickly as possible. Exciting new projects are on the horizon!
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Company · January 15, 2025
Federal Minister Hubertus Heil at OBE
On January 14, 2025, Federal Minister of Labor Hubertus Heil and Member of the Bundestag from Pforzheim, Katja Mast (SPD), visited the companies OBE GmbH & Co. KG and MIMplus Technologies GmbH & Co. KG in Ispringen.
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Locally rooted &
globally active

Worldwide at your service: With 550 employees across 10 locations on 2 continents. Get in touch with us. We are here to assist you with advice and support.

Headquarters
Germany
China
France
Hong Kong
Italy
Japan
South Korea
Vietnam

Discover OBE

Locally rooted &
globally active

Worldwide at your service: With 550 employees across 10 locations on 2 continents. Get in touch with us. We are here to assist you with advice and support.

Headquarters
Germany
China
France
Hong Kong
Italy
Japan
South Korea
Vietnam