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Uncompromising safety in industrial plants since 1988.<\/h1>\n\t
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As a pioneer in industrial explosion protection, we are constantly setting new standards. For over 30 years, renowned plant operators, manufacturers and equipment suppliers have placed their trust in RICO\u2019s certified products and services. <\/p> <\/div>\n \t <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Our history<\/p>\n

RICO\u2019s success story<\/h2>\n
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What began with a ground-breaking product is now a globally recognised company in the fields of explosion protection and air shut-off. As the successor company to Rickenbach & Co, we developed the very first VENTEX\u00ae in the 1970s \u2013 together with the Ciba company and with the collaboration of explosion protection luminary Dr Wolfgang Bartknecht. And so the story took its course.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The foundation stone for RICO Sicherheitstechnik AG was laid on 21 September 1988.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\t\t

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Previously located in St. Gallen, we continued to grow and expand \u2013 with the move to our current location, we were able to enable and maintain a more efficient production flow for ourselves and our customers.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\t\t

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Market launch QUADRO <\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t

The first and only rectangular gastight butterfly valve sees the light of day in the RICO product world.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\t\t

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At the beginning of the new millennium, we launched a gastight fire protection flap for submarines, which is now used by several European shipyards.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\t\t

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We introduce the RSV explosion slide valve \u2013 already the fastest on the market at that time.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\t\t

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Daniel Zellweger \u2013 current Chairman of the Board of Directors \u2013 takes over the majority of shares and the management of the company.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\t\t

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We expand our business premises in order to be able to respond to the increasingly high demand with optimum service.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\t\t

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We train our first apprentice as a polymechanic.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\t\t

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Welding robot for VENTEX\u00ae housings<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t

Our first own welding robot ensures more quality, precision and reliability.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\t\t

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We produced several RAPIDO DN1800 & DN2000 for the first time for a pharmaceutical company \u2013 completely gastight as always.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\t\t

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The explosion isolation valve offers a high safety standard at comparatively low purchase costs.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\t\t

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Introduction of REDEX\u00ae Flap<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t

One of the first EN 16447 approved isolation flap valves on the market. The product is characterised by low pressure drop and lower energy costs.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\t\t

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New generation RSV<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t

The RSV explosion isolation valve is now even more durable, faster and available in a new nominal width of DN500.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\t\t

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New generation RAPIDO<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t

A new generation butterfly valve: easier to maintain and more durable.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\t\t

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A new face takes over the management<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t

Aleksandar Agatonovic takes over the management of RICO Sicherheitstechnik AG after 4 years in the management.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\t\t

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New generation VENTEX\u00ae<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t

We launch the further developed explosion isolation valve VENTEX\u00ae \u2013 it has a wider range of applications, is easier to maintain and is now also available in nominal width DN250.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\t\t

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We acquire building land (Nordhalde in Herisau) for our new location.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\t\t

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Introduction REDEX\u00ae Ball<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t

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We are committed to the safety of our customers. And we are looking for reinforcement. Are you keen to join?<\/h2>\n
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Around 50 employees work for your safety every day. <\/p>

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RICO products are characterised by their high quality and are particularly durable. The products have a spare parts guarantee of up to 20 years. <\/p> <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\t

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Subject of sustainability<\/p class='pointed-mark'>

Sustainability is close to our hearts. For this reason, RICO products are painted solvent-free and in wooden boxes without plastics.<\/h2>\n
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As an international company, we are nevertheless regionally anchored. We support both local associations and international aid organisations.<\/p> <\/div>\n \"kachel-nachhaltigkeit_440_unbearbeitet\"<\/picture>

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RICO up to date<\/p>\n

News, case studies, press reports. Everything about RICO.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\t
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The new generation of the VENTEX\u00ae at Solids 2022<\/h4>\n
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RICO at POWTECH 2022<\/h4>\n
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New generation of the VENTEX\u00ae explosion isolation valve<\/h4>\n
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