Our History

In 1989, the company functioned essentially as a research and development function of its parent company, Reell Precision Manufacturing (RPM). A handful of engineers, technicians, and spring makers developed a cutting edge - and later patented - spring winding technology and manufacturing process that was well ahead of the industry.

While Reell had the primary need for this technology, a vision of expansion led to the decision to establish a wholly  owned subsidiary, Vadnais Technologies Corporation (VTC).  First moving into its own location in 1992, VTC then incorporated in 1994.  The focus of the organization at that time was growth in the precision spring market.  However, early efforts led to the development of superior coil winding technology for the medical device industry.

In August of 2004 Vadnais Technologies joined with W. C. Heraeus to form Heraeus Vadnais, Inc. (HVT). The Medical Components Division of W. C. Heraeus develops, produces and distributes a wide range of primarily implantable, metal-based products for the medical industry. The synergies in company philosophy and broad availability of technology and advanced material sourcing will allow us to provide you an extensive range of sophisticated product solutions. Click here for the announcement.

Today 

Our primary business model is focusing on medical device assemblies and coils.  We have created an infrastructure to aid our customers in their most challenging development projects.  Currently HVT operates 7 days a week with production almost around the clock.  Approximately one-third of our 32,000 square foot facility is clean room.  More than 100 coworkers are ready to support our customers around the world, ranging in size from start-ups to Fortune 100 corporations.  

Tomorrow

HVT has laid the groundwork to be a stable supplier to you, our customer.  Our coworkers have available to them a broad range of training and education opportunities, including on-the-job orientation and training, statistical process control, leadership, communication, and team-building.  We actively encourage participation in our education assistance programs.

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