Grosfillex's social responsibility

The jewel in the crown of Plastic Valley

An international family-owned group, Grosfillex has been based in Arbent/Oyonnax in the heart of Haut-Bugey, in the Rhône-Alpes region, for 95 years.

From the tradition of wood to plastic innovation

Originally a woodturning business, it was clothes pegs, egg cups, and tool handles that made the company famous between the two world wars.

Raymond Grosfillex, the man behind the transformation

It was under the leadership of Raymond Grosfillex that the company made a decisive shift: moving from wood to resin.

A visionary, he recognized early on the tremendous opportunities offered by this innovative material—which was durable, technically advanced, and affordable. He spearheaded the modernization of the manufacturing process and developed the first injection-molded products, thereby laying the foundation for Grosfillex’s reputation in the decades to come. Thanks to his pioneering spirit, the company gained a head start and ushered in a new era: that of functional and sustainable design sustainable the home.

This development in the 1950s led Grosfillex to gradually revolutionize interior and then exterior design.

The first products in the collection will be for healthcare, followed by bathrooms.  

 In the 1980s, Grosfillex expanded its product range with the launch of PVC exterior joinery. This development marked a new stage in the mastery of synthetic materials, improving thermal performance and durability.

An icon Made in Oyonnax:

In 1981, the company launched its famous and iconic one-piece chair—durable, stackable sustainable a striking example of its expertise in plastics and design!

This key milestone gave a decisive boost to Grosfillex's industrial development. Practical, robust, and attractive, it has become a symbol of accessible and functional design, found all over the world.

Building on this success, the company is diversifying its activities and markets.

Controlled growth and local roots

While consolidating its industrial expertise, Grosfillex remains true to its roots. The group is developing new production sites in France and abroad, while keeping its headquarters and core production facilities in Arbent, in the Ain department. This strong local presence is accompanied by international reach: today, the company is present in more than 80 countries and generates nearly half of its revenue from exports.

An innovative and responsible brand

From the 2000s onwards, Grosfillex further accelerated its development with the introduction of new product ranges: garden sheds, technical wall coverings, designer furniture for hotels and restaurants, storage solutions, and connected joinery.

Committed to addressing environmental challenges, the company has also incorporated sustainable its strategy. It develops eco-friendly products, manufactures in France using recycled materials, and optimizes its processes to reduce its carbon footprint.

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