At the 2025 edition of the EPHJ exhibition, the companies easyDec, KIF Parechoc, and Watchdec, all members of the Acrotec Group, were highlighted in a sponsored feature published in the official daily magazine of the event. This article showcases the specific expertise of these three entities, united within the micro-turning division of the Group’s watchmaking and jewelry sector.
The article emphasizes the complementarity of the three companies, which, while remaining independent in their operations and client relations, share a common vision focused on precision, industrial quality, and innovation. Together, they cover a wide range of industrial needs, from small series to large-scale production, including the most complex technical projects.
Watchdec, founded in 2013 in Courgenay, it stands out for its high responsiveness. With a fleet of 52 state-of-the-art CNC machines and a flexible organization, the company can handle requests ranging from a few units to several million. Its activities cover watchmaking, medical, and industrial sectors.
KIF Parechoc, a historic company founded in 1944 in the Vallée de Joux, is globally renowned for its shock-absorbing systems. Today, it employs more than 220 people and operates an impressive fleet of 320 machines, including 147 turning machines. The company produces over 100 million components per year and offers a wide range of products: shock absorbers, racks, screws, barrels, mobiles, bearings, etc. It also invests heavily in innovation, integrating smart tools and AI-driven automatic correction technologies.
easyDec, based in Delémont, it specializes in the turning of complex parts ranging from 0.3 to 51 mm. It works with a wide variety of technical materials, including titanium, Phynox, and stainless steels. With over 100 CNC machines and 65 employees, it continues its development with the construction of a 2,500 m² extension. This new space will allow internal finishing operations, create a prototyping unit, and provide areas dedicated to employees’ social life.
This sponsored feature highlights the richness of the Acrotec Group’s micro-turning division and its ability to offer comprehensive, reliable, and immediately industrializable solutions, while valuing the distinct expertise of each company.