DEPA – Gesellschaft für Kranausleger

Company

Quality in steel –
positioned for the future

DEPA GmbH, based in the Leverkusen Innovation Park, specialises in the production of parts made of high-strength fine-grain structural steel for the mobile crane sector and related areas.

Our customer base comprises leading mobile crane and work platform manufacturers.

On 12,000 m² of production space, our team of highly qualified employees manufactures technically and structurally sophisticated products.
To achieve this, we utilize state-of-the-art technical equipment, and our work processes are highly efficient. In implementing our customers’ ideas, everyone benefits from the decades of experience some of our employees bring to the table.

Our highest goal “the creation of satisfied customers” is achieved through the continuous adaptation of our resources to innovative developments and the individual needs of our clients. We embody consistent customer orientation through advanced processes that meet the highest standards of quality and reliability.

This commitment is clearly reflected in our Systems Technology Department, where efficiency and innovation go hand in hand. Since 2025, our research efforts have been recognized with the BSFZ seal, validating our work in accordance with the German Research Allowance Act (Forschungszulagengesetz) and confirming the sustainability of our investments in innovation. With our forward-looking technologies, we provide tangible added value to both the economy and society.

To ensure we can offer comprehensive solutions from a single source, DEPA also maintains a strong network of experienced and skilled suppliers that complements our in-house expertise. This close collaboration allows us to realize complex projects efficiently and reliably.

In alignment with the high standards of our components and processes, DEPA holds a wide range of internationally recognized certifications. These include welding certifications in accordance with EN 1090-2 EXC 3 and DIN EN ISO 3834-2, as well as certified management systems for quality (DIN EN ISO 9001), environmental protection (EN 14001), energy management (DIN EN ISO 50001), and occupational health and safety (DIN EN ISO 45001). These certifications underscore our commitment to excellence, sustainability, and the well-being of our workforce.

BSFZ Seal – Showcasing Innovation and R&D Excellence

"Our primary objective is to achieve customer satisfaction."

Volker Paffrath, CEO

In the heart of Europe: DEPA in Leverkusen and our subsidiary TEKRA in Gubin, Poland.