PLUTA restructuring expert Dr André Wehner seeks investor for metal casting specialist DRUTEC

DRUTEC Druckguss & Montagetechnik GmbH + Co. KG located in Herford has filed for insolvency due to imminent illiquidity with the support of Minden-based attorney Mr Matthias Lehmann from law firm Handschuh + Lehmann. On 9 January 2026, the Local Court of Bielefeld, as the competent court, ordered provisional insolvency administration and appointed attorney Dr André Wehner from PLUTA Rechtsanwalts GmbH as provisional administrator.

The specialist in zinc die-casting remains fully operational, and existing orders are being fulfilled. DRUTEC has been manufacturing technically sophisticated zinc-alloy moulded parts for customers from the industrial, automotive, furniture and electronics sectors, as well as many others, since 1990. By specialising in zinc die-casting, it can manufacture especially precisely – both in small series and large quantities. It also offers mechanical processing, powder coating, surface finishing and the assembly of complete units. Its product range includes, for example, clothes rail brackets for wardrobes and side mirror supports made of zinc, which are mounted to buses and coaches across Europe.

Employee salaries guaranteed

The salaries of the 27 employees are guaranteed for a period of three months to the end of February 2026 thanks to specific substitute benefits provided under German insolvency law. The company is facing a number of challenges that have intensified across its industry in recent years, including continued price pressure, a subdued market environment and a decline in orders. These developments have affected its liquidity.

Managing director Mr Dirk Philipp said, “The application was filed following a careful review of the economic situation. The way forward will now be examined together with the provisional administrator. We hope a solution can be found for our company.”

In an initial statement, Dr André Wehner from PLUTA said, “I have held good talks in the past few days. We are keeping the business operating while we look for a solution for it. In this context, we will launch the process of finding an investor, as this is essential for the company.”