The last art smell: Horst Rehbein hands over family tradition!
The last art smell: Horst Rehbein hands over family tradition!
Horst Rehbein, a well-known representative of the metal trade, resigned on April 11, 2025 after two decades as senior master of the Metal guild Werra-Meißner. At the age of 70, he closes a chapter that not only shapes his career, but also the history of his family business. Rehbein, who was introduced to the secrets of metal construction as a child, learned his craft under the guidance of his father and continued the family tradition, which began in 1921 by his grandfather Heinrich Rehbein with the establishment of the company "H. Rehbein".
The roots of the company are in the hoof fitting and wagon construction before turning to railing in the 1950s. Under the direction of Horst Rehbein, who entered the company in 1985, Metallbau H. Rehbein GmbH experienced remarkable growth. Halls were built and the location in Waldkappel was expanded. During his almost four decades long responsibility, Rehbein not only mastered the technical aspects of metal processing, but also actively campaigned for the realignment of the district craftsmanship and the rescue of the metal school in Oberursel.
a generation change in leadership
With the choice of Ben Schindewolf as the new chief master of the metal guild at the end of March 2023, an important generation change will be carried out. Rehbein, which was considered the last regional art smell until the end, is now handing over his inheritance to the fourth generation: his children, Carina and Carsten Rehbein, take over the management of the company. You have already prepared to continue the tradition of craft. burns. This ensures that the manual inheritance is not lost.
Horst Rehbein, who had to overcome numerous challenges in the course of his career, repeatedly commented on his concern for the acquisition of young talent in the craft. Despite the handover, he plans to feel less committed, but remains active in his home community of Waldkappel and will support his children in the metal construction company. In recognition of his merits, the certificate is presented to him as honorary chief, which reflects the respect of his colleagues and employees.
The future remains craftsmanship
Rehbein GmbH has successfully adapted to the changes in the industry under Horst Rehbein and showed a welcome to new technologies and requirements. The skills of employees in the welding, grinding and punching area are extensive, which further strengthens the company. With the transition to the fourth generation, the course sets to continue the history and the artisanal know-how of the family business. The company -conducted company, which looks back on a long tradition in metal construction, symbolically stands for the resistance and adaptability of the craft in the region.
like hna.de reports, Doris and Horst Rehbein's employees recognize the important role that he played about his 32-year management of the company. Her thanks go to his arduous efforts and his commitment to keep the craft in the Werra-Meißner district.
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