Mahr exactly

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This book narrates the journey of a family-run company exemplifying a medium-sized "hidden champion." Mahr calipers, utilized in workshops and factories, have been integral since Germany's industrial expansion 150 years ago. The Göttingen-based Mahr corporate group, with a global presence, exports high-precision measuring devices that, while often overlooked, significantly enhance industry optimization and daily life. Mahr epitomizes precise measurement from millimeters to nanometers, showcasing its evolution from Carl Mahr's founding in 1861 to a modern high-tech enterprise. Initially supplying precision mechanics to various sectors, Carl's son, Oscar Mahr, pioneered interchangeable production with go/no go gauges, facilitating mass production, a transformation also influenced by the armaments industry, as explored in the narrative. The Mahr family has steered the company through post-war recovery, economic fluctuations, and into the present, representing five generations of leadership. This richly illustrated portrayal combines extensive research with a captivating account of 150 years of engineering and economic history, highlighting the entrepreneurial and inventive spirit that has defined Mahr's legacy.