Dossier
Johannes Grassmayr
Coverage of Johannes Grassmayr in the Nexus archive.
- Austria’s 16th century bell foundry adds modern technology to keep the casting process alive
Austria’s Grassmayr Bell Foundry, founded in 1599, combines traditional methods with modern technologies like 3D-printing and computer simulations to produce large bronze church bells. Brothers Johannes and Peter Grassmayr lead the family business, which faces challenges from reduced church construction and rising energy costs.