Founded in 1892 as a mill, Abel + Schafer can look back on a long tradition marked by innovations. In 1958, Fritz Claus Schäfer launched the production of baking products under the KOMPLET brand name.
He was one of the first manufacturers in the world to take this step. The formulated premixes are promising and enjoy strong demand. In 1982, Abel & Schafer, Inc. USA was formed to bring the same high quality standards to the growing markets in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Central and South America. Today Abel & Schafer, Inc. USA manufactures over 200 products in its modern manufacturing plant in Ronkonkoma, New York.
Peter Abel and his son-in-law, Peter Schafer, establish the company as a traditional mill on the premises of the former ironworks in Geislautern which continues to be held by the company as an independent business. Even then, the company was amongst the pioneers of a new industry.
Abel + Schäfer can already look back on 66 years of company history. In 1958, Fritz Claus Schafer was one of the first manufacturers in the world to launch the production of baking products under the KOMPLET brand name. The formulated premixes are promising and enjoy strong demand.
Something really special!
KOMPLET Altenburger was our first ever bread premix. It was - and still is - made from special rye which is filled with a remarkable aroma thanks to its terroirs. The natural fermentation of the added sourdough supports this wonderful aroma. With its wheat ratio, Altenburger is a rustic all-rounder for sweet and savoury toppings, popular with young and old alike.
1966 saw the foundation of Sté. Complet in Forbach, France. With this, the KOMPLET or Complet brand is launched in the French market.
The new location for another production facility is created on the former quarry property used for coal mining. In addition to the existing range, a variety of products for the French Plaisir are developed and produced here.
Abel + Schafer / KOMPLET was the first company in Europe to introduce bakeable whole milk custard creme to the market. With its fine, aromatic taste, KOMPLET Creme Patissiere is one of the best-selling products in this assortment.
The high-quality whole milk custard creme powder with vanilla flavor only contains milk fat, making it suitable for preparing buttercream and shortbread.
The foundation of the subsidiary KOMPLET Berlin as a second production and distribution facility in Germany aims to satisfy the continuously increasing demand. Moreover, it facilitates the strengthening of the KOMPLET brand presence in the north of Germany.
In recent years, KOMPLET Berlin has been developed into a modern, high-performance production facility. Integrated into the successful development of the corporate group, as well as the certification in accordance with the highest foodstuff standards, KOMPLET Berlin contributes through innovative ideas, consistent proximity to its customer, and customer loyalty.
Something very special, for almost 40 years: The real six grain.
It was one of the first seeded bread premixes on the German market, and has remained one of the most popular and most successful product amongst our customers ever since.
In addition to 6 different types of grain (oat, wheat, barley, rye, corn and millet), the real six grain also offers tasty seeds like sesame, linseed and other high-quality aromatic ingredients.
A major milestone in the company history! The establishment of the subsidiary Abel + Schafer Inc., New York / USA facilitates a successful expansion across the pond.
Abel + Schafer Inc. sought to establish the same high quality standards in the growing markets of the United States, Canada, Mexico and Latin and South America. Today, Abel + Schafer Inc. produces a great range of products in modern production facilities in Ronkonkoma, New York. With warehouses and distributors across all of North and South America, Abel + Schafer Inc. is able to provide the same service quality bakers in Europe have enjoyed for many years.
While donuts and crullers used to have their heyday on the colder days, their popularity increased outside of the season.
The KOMPLET Spitzenberliner mit Butter premix in exceptional premium quality captivates with its decidedly buttery aroma. The crumbs are fluffy and soft, and experts value the long freshness for consumption and its low fat absorption highly.
With our product, a huge variety of recipes can be created. This includes tasty yeast plaits, Danish pastries, and many more.
In order to serve Southern Europe faster and better, the distribution company KOMPLET Italia is established with headquarters in Grassobbio, Bergamo Province.
Grassobbio (BG) in norther Italy is an exceptionally strategic head office location only a few kilometres from the A4 motorway and Orio al Serio airport. Equipped with cold store and three loading/unloading areas, a fully equipped and modern laboratory where technical demonstrations are held for customers, and new products and recipes are developed!