The company

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History

The best stories are those that tell you of a great passion. This one starts with the enthusiasm of the company founder, Eugen Decker, for the valuable raw material that is wood. He and his father ran a sawmill in Morbach for 30 years. 1962 saw the relocation and the construction of the present Works 1. In 1983, Eugen Decker founded his own company, today's "Eugen Decker Holzindustrie", to go his own way at the age of 50. His first investment was in a new profile chipping facility.

In the years that followed, from 1996 onwards, he built up the company with his daughters Brigitte, Annette and Christiane and his son-in-law Wolfgang Wilbert, from a producer of sawn timber into a manufacturer of glued laminated wood. The customer base, products, cutting process and organisation were completely expanded and restructured. Today the main goods are further processed in our own works and 40 % of the output needed for glued laminated timber and cross laminated timber production is purchased be other sawmills. The company's growth is based on innovation and vision, and it is now one of the leading producers of glued laminated timber, with an international presence.

Our environment

Climate protection is of great importance to us as a company. For this reason, we continuously invest in innovative technologies to make our contribution. The raw material wood has a variety of positive properties, including a lower carbon footprint than many other construction materials.

We are convinced that the use of wood plays an essential role in climate protection and contributes to creating a more sustainable future.

Our CHP plant

In 2023, we built a new combined heat and power plant and use renewable energy and recycled materials to generate clean energy. This not only reduces CO2 emissions, but also conserves our natural resources. Our technology also allows us to effectively use waste products, thus using 100% of the raw material.

We pay attention to sustainable timber management

We are one of the few companies in Europe that is both a sawmill and a producer of glulam and cross-laminated timber (CLT). This also means that we process the entire log at one location and that saves an enormous amount of CO2. The bark produced during the cutting process is an important part of the raw material. It is converted into climate-neutral heat energy in our biomass cogeneration plant. Wood chips, sawdust and shavings are marketed regionally.

We provide a safe workplace in the region

As an employer, we attach great importance to tradition and innovation. We are proud to be part of the regional economy and to employ our staff in the surrounding area. We offer not only secure jobs, but also the opportunity to develop and learn new skills. Our employees are the heart of our company and we are proud to have them as part of our team.

We focus on e-mobility

A clean and emission-free future lies ahead of us. In order to achieve it, it is necessary to use the advantages of electric mobility and at the same time master the challenge. We have already been able to convert a third of our internal forklift traffic to electric forklifts in recent years, and more are on the way.

Our fellow human beings

Being for and with our fellow human beings is important to us as a company. We regularly provide financial support to the outpatient hospice in Morbach or to several regional club athletes. We are also happy to support the cooperation with the German Red Cross in Bernkastel-Wittlich and its workshop for people with disabilities (WfbM). Each of us has the opportunity to help and create a peaceful, friendly and loving environment.

Independent family-owned business

All our activities are directed at securing and strengthening the long-term independence of the family-run company. We are a family-owned business with experience, stability and a long tradition.

Customers and suppliers

We want satisfied customers. Customer service means, for us, knowing and understanding the needs of our customers and suppliers. We always want to find a joint solution, even if the requirements seem impossible at first glance.

Mission statement

Independent family-owned business

All our activities are directed at securing and strengthening the long-term independence of the family-run company. We are a family-owned business with experience, stability and a long tradition.

Customers and suppliers

We want satisfied customers. Customer service means, for us, knowing and understanding the needs of our customers and suppliers. We always want to find a joint solution, even if the requirements seem impossible at first glance.

Management

Members of staff have direct line managers and persons they can contact. Tasks and areas of competence and responsibility are clearly defined. Quick decisions and short communication channels make us flexible and ensure that problems are solved quickly. We maintain an open and constructive working relationship with our employees. We appreciate every member of staff, respect their personality and all their abilities.

Staff

The firm's success is made possible by qualified and committed staff. We firmly believe that every member of staff gives their utmost for the company. Whatever their place in the corporate hierarchy, for us they are all important people of equal standing. The sense of community and motivation at work are strengthened by shared activities. For instance, summer parties, public viewings and taking part together in running events are a regular occurrence.

Quality

Aiming for quality is the commitment of our company and every individual - from the managing director to the apprentice. We are only interested in producing high quality products. The raw material, wood, is procured from selected suppliers. In order to offer our customers flawless quality, we make a point of conducting both visual and mechanical quality checks.

Ecology

When it comes to manufacturing our products, we rely on efficient processes. Our products are 100 % recycled and further processed. In doing so, the resources are used effectively. The aim for us is to do business in harmony with nature.