Compounding is an omnipresent process in the processing industry. Most plastics, elastomers, bitumen, paints and coatings, but also products such as chewing gum, chocolate or even aluminum would not exist without compounding technology. We combine some very different substances into materials with exceptional properties, thus helping our customers to develop new products which are fit for the future. Products used for numerous applications in the plastics, aluminum, chemicals and foodstuffs industries such as for batteries, vehicle components or in the medicinal field.
We are innovative
…so that our customers can also be innovative.
Who invented it? BUSS had its Co-Kneader Technology patented in 1945 and has continued to develop it ever since. An innovative operating principle back then, highly efficient and ergonomic, which is still applied nowadays for the demanding and highly complex processing of viscous substances. Our BUSS Co-Kneaders score with lower energy consumption, high process stability, maximum flexibility and extreme longevity. More than 3,500 compounders installed worldwide and in excess of 1,400 customers manufacture a large quantity of innovative materials as well as numerous globally renowned products prove our competence, our know-how and our promise: Excellence in Compounding day-in, day-out.
Excellence
in Compounding
This has been our claim for 80 years. Innovative solutions for new materials, combined with compounder technology know-how and experience are incorporated in all our machines. Combined with profound application know-how and line process engineering and design, we offer customers comprehensive and user-oriented advice. Our modern test centres are where we carry out research and development to find optimal solutions for improved, new and highly complex materials together with our customers.
Maximum performance with “Swissitude”
Swiss precision and thoroughness define our approach to quality management and assurance in all plant production processes. This ensures maximum product security and investment longevity for our customers. Consistent customer focus through our presence in key markets, comprehensive services, and state-of-the-art digitization packages further uphold our excellence commitment to the industry. We are a sparring partner for our customers and a forerunner in modern compounding processes “fit for the future”. Because we think outside the box and regularly address improving our technology and services even more.
Global market leader
in pioneering compounding technology. Our core competence is the analysis of the customer’s precise needs and the development of customized, product-specific solutions for producing all types of compounds. BUSS is strongest above all in meeting the highest demands on process technology and product quality. Our success is based on the capability to innovate, be flexible and to react fast, making us strong for the future and a reliable partner.
What our customers say
“After several days of stoppage due to a break in our kneader we have restarted the production and fortunately everything is OK. The collaboration with the BUSS team was very useful and fulfilled all of our requirements. It was a very nice experience to work together “on line” with the BUSS team in Switzerland and our team in Argentina. Thank you very much for your kind and useful collaboration.”
“The BUSS Kneader is good compounding with high quality.”
“BUSS is an excellent partner as its compounding delivers a very good performance. Besides, the technical support from the BUSS team is perfect. BUSS means full understanding in commercial terms.”
“I express my sincere thanks for both of your continued support and understanding since the beginning of the project. Your hard work has laid a solid foundation for a long-term cooperation between NFC and BUSS. I hope that we can continue our sincere cooperation and make persistent efforts to provide technical service and maintenance work and make great efforts for NFC and BUSS on establishing a good reputation.”
“BUSS helped us to regain control of our machines, we have optimized the process geometry together with technicians from BUSS and we use spare parts that are fit for purpose. Machine has over 1800 hours flawless runtime in the last 9 months.”
“BUSS is a great partner as the quality of its products and the output are high, maintenance is low and spare parts are rarely required. The BUSS compounder is a very good product and disposes of features that makes it unique.”
“BUSS is a great partner because BUSS is High Tech. Thank you for the good work.”
“Since the beginning of our partnership with BUSS, PLASCOM is successfully using BUSS compounding lines to manufacture polymer compound for wire & cables.”
We think globally
We act consistently and we live by Swiss value
As an internationally operating company, we supply our customers around the world with innovative, high-quality products and services.
Our customers and their requirements are the focus of everything we do. We develop our products in close proximity to the market and strive to exceed our customers' expectations through exceptional performance, uncompromising fairness, and strong relationships.
As specialists in engineering and process technology, we are proud of our high standards of Swiss craftsmanship, our outstanding tradition of quality, and our continuous pursuit of perfection.
Fairness, transparency, sincerity, and personal relationships form the foundation of our business relationships with customers and partners. In doing so, we take particular account of the local characteristics and customs in the respective countries in which we operate.
As an internationally operating company, we supply our customers around the world with innovative, high-quality products and services.
Our customers and their requirements are the focus of everything we do. We develop our products in close proximity to the market and strive to exceed our customers' expectations through exceptional performance, uncompromising fairness, and strong relationships.
As specialists in engineering and process technology, we are proud of our high standards of Swiss craftsmanship, our outstanding tradition of quality, and our continuous pursuit of perfection.
Fairness, transparency, sincerity, and personal relationships form the foundation of our business relationships with customers and partners. In doing so, we take particular account of the local characteristics and customs in the respective countries in which we operate.
Our roots
Engineering competence for the future
1967
Opening of a new laboratory and test center
1953
Shipment of the first lab size BUSS Kneader (PR 46) for plastics
1951
Shipment of the first BUSS Kneader for calender feeding
Shipment of the first BUSS Kneader of the KE Series for carbon paste to the Aluminium Industry
1950
Shipment of the first BUSS Co-Kneader of the PR series for PVC and polystyrene
1948
Opening of the first laboratory and test centre for the BUSS Co-Kneader
Shipment of the first BUSS Co-Kneader for chocolate production
1947
Dr. Alfred Buss, a son of Walter Buss, joins the company
1946
BUSS starts the technical implementation of the reciprocating BUSS Co-Kneader
1945
Dipl.-Eng. Heinz List, the inventor of the continuous reciprocating Co-Kneader, licenses the global patent to BUSS (without USA/Canada)
1945
Dipl.-Eng. Heinz List joins BUSS and holds the position of a technical director until 1965
1925
BUSS is the first company in Switzerland to process stainless steel
1919
Dipl.-Eng. Walter Buss, a son of the founder joins the company
The company is renamed to BUSS AG
1901
Foundation of ‘Albert Buss & Cie for Steel Constructions’ by Carl Albert Buss
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Looking for a new challenge? In an industrial company that combines tradition and Swiss values with innovation and internationality? We create excellent products with both large and small brands. And it’s never boring. With us, you work in a future-oriented environment. At BUSS, a profession can become a calling. And we thrive on your passion for innovation, responsibility, and customer satisfaction.
