The Astec story starts in the year 1998. Architect Axel Schlueter not only addresses architecture, he designs the first Astec “stainless steel on show” sliding door fitting. Inspired by form, function and the explicit language of sound measure, his goal was the simple, perfect solution, uncompromising in its function. Fittings intended not only to be aesthetically timeless in appearance with classic proportions and details, but which are also forward-looking in terms of innovative user benefit. An inspiration with consequences: since then, Astec stands for sliding door and swinging door fittings. For intelligent and customized solutions realized in public buildings, in the property and office sector as well as in the private home. They are the result of systematic development work.