Tornos SA: Century-old Heritage of Precision Pulse, Jointly Defining the Future of Manufacturing

Deep in the Swiss Jura Mountains, precision is more than a technology—it is a heritage. Since 1890, Tornos’ fate has been closely linked to the town of Moutier and the century-long ups and downs of the Swiss watch industry.

In the 1920s, when the wave of mechanization swept across, Tornos’ third-generation leaders faced a life-or-death decision: to cling to exquisite craftsmanship or embrace the large-scale industrial future? This was not just a technical upgrade, but a test of the family’s vision.

It was at this critical moment of forging the path forward that HMS met Tornos. We understood far more than the technical parameters of automatic lathes—we grasped the caution, foresight, and sense of responsibility of a family-owned enterprise facing the changes of the times. What we co-planned was not just a production line, but a stable bridge leading to the industrial era.

Today, led by the fifth generation of the family, Tornos has become a global authority in precision manufacturing. What makes us even prouder is that, over more than half a century of partnership, HMS has been privileged to witness how Tornos successfully infused Swiss precision DNA into a broad range of fields, from high-end medical devices to new energy vehicles. This is not just a commercial success, but the radiance of the Swiss manufacturing spirit worldwide.

HMS’s Insight: For family-owned enterprises aiming for a century of legacy, every technical transformation is a test of their core heritage. A true partner understands the weight of this heritage and works together to turn challenges into opportunities to continue the glory.

What era-defining changes is your enterprise facing? We look forward to co-writing the next century’s chapter with you.