Kari Viljakainen establishes Anstar Ky in Hollola’s Alikartano.
Staff: 2
The story of a Finnish family business can begin!
Anstar Oy is a family business established in 1981. For over 40 years, we have developed our products and can sincerely say that they are among the best in the industry.
We specialize in the sale and manufacture of concrete structure connectors and composite beams. Anstar is an international player, one of the pioneers in the field. We assist with all questions related to fastening to concrete.
Our experts can also develop a solution for special fastening problems specific to the customer. Get to know our products in more detail by downloading our product catalog.
Our products have regulatory approvals and external quality control is managed by Kiwa Inspecta Certification Oy. Our operations have been awarded quality and environmental certificates ISO 9001 and ISO 14001. Our production is certified according to EN 1090-1 and EN 3834-2. Read more about product approvals here and quality control here.
Business responsibility is based on our values and our vision of the broader significance of business in society. Responsibility is part of our strategy, and we want to communicate our commitments to our stakeholders.
Only by making sustainable choices together can we leave a better legacy for future generations than we have received ourselves. Responsible business also enhances our competitiveness. In 2022, we made a responsibility program and set goals up to 2025.
Read the responsibility report here.
We are constantly looking for new talents to join our growing team. Contact us if you feel you might have a future in the design, production, or sales of composite beams and connectors. We also offer summer jobs and tasks related to thesis work. You can find our contact information here, hopefully, we'll hear from you soon!
Kari Viljakainen establishes Anstar Ky in Hollola’s Alikartano.
Staff: 2
The story of a Finnish family business can begin!
Main products include fastening plates, APK® pillar shoes, and ATP and ALP® base bolts.
The first welding robot is acquired.
New premises in Villähde.
AEP® concealed bracket is introduced to the market and the connection becomes the most used in the market.
Our first dimensioning program, Coljoint, is released.
A time of growth. During the decade, a new production hall is built, which is also expanded.
A-beam production is started, and the A-BEAM® and a quick dimensioning program are introduced to the market.
Strong development and release phase of new products and design programs.
Anstar continues its internationalization, with deliveries to countries like Sweden, Germany, and the Baltics.
Anstar Oy celebrates its 40th anniversary.
Staff: 70.
Deliveries to 30 different countries.
A-BEAM® 20 years
EPD certificates for A-BEAM products.
Turnover: 17.8 million.
Managing Director
+358 44 761 3510
tero.viljakainen@anstar.fi
employees
sites in various countries
products delivered
years in the business