perma USA

About perma

Every 11 seconds, a perma lubrication system is installed or exchanged, worldwide. Manual lubrication is a thing of the past! Today, anyone looking for safe, effective and long-term economical lubrication of equipment takes advantage of automatic lubrication. perma offers ideal technical and economical solutions for any lubrication point.

Employees world-wide

300

Lubrication systems sold

55 mill.

Subsidiaries

In addition to the headquarters in Germany, seven further locations have been successfully established worldwide over the years.

For contact details of our subsidiaries in the US, South America, Spain, Italy, France, India and Australia, please click here.

H-T-L perma USA LP

In January 2024 perma USA opened their new office location in Charlotte.

As a wholly owned subsidiary of perma-tec GmbH & Co, HTL perma USA LP has direct access to the Research & Development Center and Engineering Group in Germany.

Advantages at a glance 

Technical aspects

Equipment availability

Cost effectiveness

Workplace safety

Environmental protection

Our Corporate Philosophy

<span>CUSTOMER NEEDS DETERMINE </span><span>OUR ACTIONS</span>
CUSTOMER NEEDS DETERMINE OUR ACTIONS

The customer comes first. We ensure customer satisfaction through intensive customer dialogue, expert service and tailored solutions.

OUR EMPLOYEES ARE OUR STRENGTH
OUR EMPLOYEES ARE OUR STRENGTH

Our corporate culture is defined by friendly, collegial interaction.

Our company’s potential lies in the creativity, experience, motivation and openness of our employees.

WE WANT TO RETAIN OUR POSITION AS MARKET LEADER
WE WANT TO RETAIN OUR POSITION AS MARKET LEADER

As the only provider of systems for single-point lubrication, we make long-term investments in research and development.

We hold our position with a sense of responsibility.

ACTING ON SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
ACTING ON SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

Our company’s stable financial situation secures existing jobs while creating new ones.

We continuously improve our workplace safety and environmental protection, and we even exceed legal requirements.

 

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT OF EVERY PROCESS
CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT OF EVERY PROCESS

Continuous testing and optimization allow us to guarantee the efficiency of our processes and thus ensure constant improvement of our performance.

THE QUALITY OF OUR PRODUCTS IS THE RESULT OF COOPERATION WITH EXPERT PARTNERS.
THE QUALITY OF OUR PRODUCTS IS THE RESULT OF COOPERATION WITH EXPERT PARTNERS.

Our quality is based on close, trusting cooperation with our suppliers.

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION DRIVES US
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION DRIVES US

Environmental protection and workplace safety are important to us. Products should be manufactured, stored, transported, used and disposed of in a way that benefits people and the planet. 

We continuously reduce our consumption of energy and resources. All of our employees are required to prioritise workplace safety and the environment.

<span>PROGRESS IS THE KEY</span><span> TO OUR SUCCESS</span>
PROGRESS IS THE KEY TO OUR SUCCESS

We value customer-oriented product development, including Directive 2014/34/EU (Ex protection). Product improvement is a continuous process. Mutually agreed targets ensure that potential for improvement is exploited to the fullest. 

Cost effectiveness, quality, environmental protection and workplace safety are not at odds with each other here.

DIGITALISATION IS A CORE COMPONENT OF OUR SUCCESS
DIGITALISATION IS A CORE COMPONENT OF OUR SUCCESS

Continuous investment in digital equipment is central to our philosophy. 

Here, we rely on the continuous integration of modern digital technologies and solutions to optimise our processes, reach our customers more effectively, and offer innovative products and services.

History

For more than 60 years, perma has stood for innovative and creative lubrication solutions.

perma single- and multi-point lubrication systems are used in almost all types of industries and applications around the world.

perma’s leadership in the single-point lubrication market is based on numerously patented and specifically certified products. All perma products are developed, tested and manufactured in the company’s headquarters in Germany and meet the quality standard “Made in Germany”.

With many years of experience, a global network of own subsidiaries and competent partners around the world, perma can offer customers many solutions that meet the highest technical requirements.

Foundation of metal goods factory for household and kitchen appliances in Bad Kissingen

Invention and patenting of perma CLASSIC single-point lubrication system

Sale / acquisition by private investment group

New management and extensive reorganization

Foundation of subsidiaries H-T-L perma

Change of company name to perma-tec GmbH & Co. KG

New production and warehouse building as well as an office building extension

Completion of additional warehouse / office building

New US Headquarters in Charlotte, USA: Completion of new production / office building

Advantages for our customers

At perma, the customer is at the center. We believe that satisfied customers are the key to our success. That’s why we strive to prioritize your needs and expectations in all our actions.

It’s great to work with an inspiring team and supportive leaders who create a culture of loyalty and growth. It’s rewarding to see how our solutions make a real difference in safety and efficiency. It keeps me excited about my job every day, knowing we’re the industry leader in single point lubrication.
Kody Decker
Kody Decker
Strategic Account Manager
Working at perma USA has been an incredible journey. I enjoy being part of a very diverse and international team. Versatile tasks and continuous learning opportunities make every day rewarding and keep the job exciting
Manette Del Rosario
Manette Del Rosario
Manager of Inside Sales

Certificates and Memberships

perma-tec has been certified for the introduction and implementation of a quality and environmental management system according to the DIN EN ISO 9001 and DIN EN ISO 14001 standards in the area of development, production and distribution of perma lubrication systems. 

The cerficates can be downloaded here: DIN EN ISO 9001, DIN EN ISO 14001.

The latest certificates can be downloaded here: 

The following perma products are UL certified:

perma STAR VARIO
perma PRO

Energy policy according to ISO 50001

The energy policy plays a special role in the production, storage, transport, use and disposal of our products. The reduction of the usage of energy and resources is to be constantly promoted. Each employee is personally required to take into account the aspects of our energy policy, which are specified, implemented and regularly reviewed by the energy representative.

perma-tec has been certified for the introduction and implementation of an energy management system according to the DIN EN ISO 50001:2018. 
 

The certificate can be downloaded here.

Both certificates were issued because perma complies with the EN ISO / IEC 80079-34: 2020 standard.