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Our company

Right in the heart of Europe, in St. Pölten – close to the cosmopolitan city of Vienna – we are your specialist partner for aluminium extrusion products: from the initial concept right through to reliable series production.


For almost 30 years, our family business has stood for consistency, trust and the highest standards of quality. The second generation, with its expertise and unwavering commitment, is ready to carry our company’s values – excellent service, transparent communication and a strong sense of responsibility – into the future.

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Our strengths

A service-oriented approach, a customer-focused mindset and the utmost precision in project planning and implementation are the key factors behind AFC’s success, alongside years of expertise in the aluminium industry.

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Family business

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Profiles & components per year

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European value creation

An Excellent Production Network

Over the years, we have built up a carefully selected network of independent production facilities and partners that meets the highest quality standards and gives us the flexibility to best meet our customers’ needs — regardless of the scale of their production requirements.

A complete solution from a single source

We are your one-stop shop for all your aluminium extrusion profile needs: simple and complex cross-sections in all sizes and dimensions, mechanical processing, a wide range of surface finishes, right through to the picking and packaging of ready-to-install assemblies.

Excellent value for money

Our aim is always to find solutions that strike the right balance between first-class quality and cost-effectiveness. To achieve this, we carefully select the ideal production facilities and supply chain for each product from our extensive production network, whilst also making the most of location-based cost advantages.

Regional production in Europe

Regional production in Europe is becoming increasingly important and makes a vital contribution to the economy and sustainability. By manufacturing in Southern and Eastern Europe, products can be delivered more quickly, customer satisfaction can be improved, and delivery times can be reduced.

A single point of contact for all your needs

In today’s complex business world, we offer a clear advantage: a single point of contact for all your needs. An experienced aluminium expert will support you from the development phase right through to ongoing series production and beyond.

Security through a backup solution

Thanks to our extensive network, we are able to switch quickly to alternative machines and/or sites in the event of a machine breakdown. This enables us to guarantee a consistently reliable supply of production runs and minimise your risk.

STRONG TOGETHER: Our production network for quality, variety and performance

Our comprehensive network of independent production facilities and partners, built up over many years, offers you, through AFC, unique access to endless design possibilities for your aluminium extrusion products.

We adhere to the highest quality standards and ensure consistent monitoring of production sites by our experts in technology, quality and sustainability.

This unique network enables us to develop innovative solutions and successfully meet individual requirements.

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Aluminiumprofile und Teammitglieder von AFC im Gemeinschaftsraum

Company Philosophy

Our company philosophy is characterised by a clear commitment to the highest standards in customer service, communication and accountability.

We view demanding customer requirements as a welcome challenge, which we tackle with exceptional flexibility and speed in order to offer bespoke solutions that best meet our customers’ specific needs.

The entrepreneurial family

AFC is a family-run business – founded almost 30 years ago by Ing. Franz Sterkl, who laid the foundations for AFC’s success through his vision, passion and strong sense of values. He firmly believes that sustainable growth is only possible through reliability, quality and innovation.

Today, 30 years after the company was founded, we are taking the next step: the family of entrepreneurs is preparing for a stable and harmonious transition to the second generation. Daughter Viktoria Stöber, MA, has been with AFC for over ten years and, as Head of Organisation, is shaping the company’s future development with high standards of quality and a strong team-oriented approach. Son Maximilian Sterkl, MA, has been part of AFC for four years and is responsible for Sales & Technology – a division he is successfully developing with a fresh perspective and a clear vision for the future.

The success of our family business is based on the interplay of experience and the adoption of new perspectives. Only through mutual trust and a clear vision can we ensure the sustainable development of AFC. Through this cross-generational collaboration, we are ensuring that our company will continue to stand for quality, innovation and reliability in the future – entirely in line with our corporate philosophy.

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Simple solutions

We create innovative solutions and ensure that our clients achieve the best possible results, regardless of a project’s complexity or specific requirements.

People at the heart of what we do

Our approach puts people first – characterised by genuine interest, attentive listening, clearly structured project management, as well as excellent support and technical expertise.

Security

The assurance that we are a strong partner is one of our cornerstones. Our expertise, resources and many years of experience make us a reliable and long-term partner.

Our Team

Our team is the heart of our company – a dedicated group of experienced experts who work together with passion and professional expertise towards a single goal: the long-term success of our company. With team spirit, a passion for innovation and a clear focus on the highest quality, we strive every day to exceed our customers’ expectations.

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Company history: A journey of success marked by INNOVATION and CHANGE

Founding

The founding of the sole proprietorship Alu-Tec by Ing. Franz Sterkl, an engineer, marks a significant milestone in the world of aluminium processing. From day one, our company has stood for the highest standards of precision, quality and innovation.

Change of name

The integration of Alu-Tec into the newly established afc – alu & future components Entwicklungs- und Handels GmbH marks a significant strategic milestone in our efforts to drive targeted growth and strengthen our market position.

The Next Generation Joins the Company

A new chapter begins with the arrival of daughter Viktoria Stöber at the family business. Having completed her Master of Arts in Business, specialising in product marketing and innovation management, she brings fresh ideas and new impetus to the company’s forward-looking development.

ISO 9001 certification

ISO 9001 certification marks a significant milestone in AFC’s history, as it places a commitment to customer satisfaction, the highest quality standards and continuous improvement at the heart of our quality management system.

Member of respACT

By becoming a member of respACT - the Austrian Business Council for Sustainable Development – we have taken on the responsibility to proactively address the challenges of sustainability, thereby laying the foundations for our sustainable corporate strategy.

Climate-neutral company

Our certification as a climate-neutral company by ClimatePartner reflects our sense of responsibility towards future generations, as well as our unwavering commitment to comprehensive environmental protection and sustainable business practices.

The Next Generation Joins the Company

The arrival of Maximilian Sterkl, the son of the founder, marks a significant milestone in the company’s history. With a technical college qualification and a Master of Arts in Digital Business Innovation and Transformation, he is playing a key role in driving the company’s sustainable development forward.

25th Company Anniversary

Our 25-year success story is a testament to both stability and change: our new visual identity, comprising a new logo and a changed company name (AFC – ALU FUTURE COMPONENTS Entwicklungs- und Handels GmbH), is designed to convey our message clearly and powerfully.

Expansion of the Management Team

With the appointment of Viktoria Stöber, MA, and Maximilian Sterkl, MA, to the management team, AFC is sending a strong signal of continuity and innovative strength. Together with founder Franz Sterkl, the management trio forms a dynamic combination of experience and forward-looking energy.

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