Quality of our products and services
We ensure the highest quality standards at every step - from development and production to delivery and support. Continuous improvement and customer feedback are integral to maintaining excellence.
Heading 1
Heading 2
Heading 3
Heading 4
Heading 5
Heading 6
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur.
Block quote
Ordered list
- Item 1
- Item 2
- Item 3
Unordered list
- Item A
- Item B
- Item C
Bold text
Emphasis
Superscript
Subscript
With over 90 years of experience in rubber technology, our journey reflects the evolution of synthetic rubber - a versatile material adapted for countless applications in sports & industry.
We produce approx. 80,000 tonnes of coloured granules, cable compounds and customer solutions, each year.
80K
90
We are proud of our more than 90 years of expertise and experience
We deliver our products to more than 90 countries worldwide
90
Highlights from our history
Company timeline
The story of Melos GmbH began in 1930 with the recycling of rubber from salvaged tyres.
Today we are the market leader in the field of granules and internationally successful with our cable compounds. Find out all you need to know about this success story here.
1936: The beginning of our success story
- Founding of Melos Carl Bösch GmbH
- Originated from the rubber products factory Worthmann & C. Bösch
- Melle and Osnabrück sites
- Commissioning of a regeneration plant for recycling rubber from rubber waste
1970: First major expansion
• Expansion of production areas
• Manufacture of EPDM granulates and cable compounds
1998: The takeover
Sale of Melos Carl Bösch GmbH & Co. to the American corporation M.A. Hanna
1999: Expansion of the Melle site
M.A. Hanna is investing approximately DM 18 million in new production facilities and a development and application centre for the Cable compounds business segment.
2004: Independence from corporate group
2006: Part of Sport Group
Melos becomes independent from corporate group in 2004, before Melos, Unirubber and Polytan are merged to form the Sport Group in 2006.
2007: Capacity expansions and new recycling products
Expansion of production capacities and focus on the recycling sector
2008: The expansion
Expansion of logistics space to 14,700 m², total space for production and administration: 38,000 m², expansion of the STS production hall, increase in production capacity by a further 14,000 tonnes/year
2016: Long-term economic stability
• More than €86 million in turnover
• 200 employees
• Operating area: 48,000 square metres
2017: New showroom - Melos Village
Open-air showroom on a 1700 m² roof area with a running track, fitness and multifunctional areas, playground areas and fall protection, sports artificial turf with infill granules and decorative artificial turf
2018: Competence Center
New building with transition to the villa, creating an additional 560 m² of storage space, 1,000 m² of laboratory space and approx. 200 m² of office space
2019: New approach - Creating living spaces
Melos accompanies transformation processes and designs the digital space of tomorrow.
Innovative products: Stylemaker®, Turfrob®, 3D printing, Polycomp industrial coatings, interactive LED floors
From raw to refined
Melos acts in solid principles
At Melos, we stand for responsibility, quality, and integrity. Our actions are guided by clear principles that shape our relationships with customers, suppliers, and employees alike.
We are committed to understanding the needs and expectations of all our stakeholders and to meeting them through transparent processes, reliable partnerships, and sustainable innovation. Therefore, the Melos GmbH is acting in accordance with the company policy and developed principles.
Employee qualification
Our employees are the foundation of our success. Through ongoing training, professional development, and teamwork, we create an environment where innovation and expertise thrive.
Our values – honesty, fairness, discipline, reliability and experience
We act responsibly and with integrity. Honesty, fairness, and discipline guide our daily work, while our long-standing experience ensures reliable and professional solutions for every customer.
Energy efficiency
We optimise our production processes and equipment to reduce energy consumption and CO₂ emissions — contributing to a more sustainable future.
Health and safety at work
We take the well-being of our employees seriously. Safe workplaces, preventive measures, and a strong safety culture are essential elements of our daily operations.
Process optimisation and legal compliance
Our processes are designed for maximum efficiency and transparency. Compliance with laws and regulations is a matter of course and forms the basis for our corporate credibility.
Climate change and climate protection
We actively contribute to climate protection through innovation, resource efficiency, and environmentally friendly technologies. Our goal is to reduce our carbon footprint and promote sustainable growth.
Impressions
Melos is people
Our experienced employees bring know-how and passion into the development and production of our products.
_bearb%201.png)
We are proud of our more than 90 years of expertise and experience.
We deliver our products to more than 90 countries worldwide.
Driven by quality.
We produce approx. 80,000 tonnes of coloured granules, cable compounds and customer solutions, each year..
Stay tuned!
News
Explore what's happening at Melos: product launches, events, projects and interesting insights.
