
OUR HISTORY
As Er-Bakır, we began our operations in 1981 with our founder and one of the pioneers of Denizli’s industry, Ahmet Nuri Erikoğlu. In 1985, we made our first exports to Iraq and Iran, marking our entry into the global copper industry, and today, we continue to deliver our products to destinations around the world. In 1986, we enhanced our production capabilities with the commissioning of our wire drawing line and refining department, accelerating our investments in technology and innovations.To produce at international standards, we obtained our TSE ISO EN 9002 Quality Management System certification in 1996, followed by launching our state-of-the-art continuous casting facility. In line with our goal to expand the sectors we serve, we acquired our QS 9000 TS certification in 1999 and began production for the automotive industry.
We sustained our quality investments with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, IATF 16949, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, and ISO 27001 Information Security Management System certifications, and as a result of our efforts aligned with our total quality philosophy, we were awarded the "Grand Quality Award" in the large enterprises category by the KALDER Izmir Branch. In 2018 and 2020, we added new achievements to this success by being recognized once again as the "Successful Team of the Year" by KALDER.
Through the investments and innovations we have implemented, we became the largest company in the domestic sales volume of our sector, and in this context, we continue to learn, grow, and develop toward our goals of being a leader in copper production, as well as a globally recognized and pioneering company.
Since the day we were founded, we have taken concrete steps toward creating a people-centered and dignified work environment in line with our goal of becoming a strong employee brand. By systematizing the importance we place on our employees, we have consistently been a preferred company through our fair job/wage evaluation policies and performance measurement and evaluation system.As a result of research conducted by the globally renowned Economist magazine, we were selected as the largest company in Anatolia. Additionally, we have achieved and continue to maintain top rankings on the ISO 500 and Anadolu 500 lists.
As Er-Bakır, we established our first overseas production facility in the United States in partnership with CN Wire.
In 2014, we inaugurated our copper wire production facility in Santa Teresa, New Mexico, with an investment of 60 million USD, a production capacity of 24,000 tons, and 250 employees.
The CN Wire production facility, which has made history as the largest Turkish-capital investment made by Turkey in the United States, serves precision industries such as automotive, medical, aerospace, and aviation. Combining our sectoral expertise with state-of-the-art machinery, the CN Wire facility stands as a technological hub. Thanks to its high performance, it is recognized in the U.S. market as a reliable company known for its adherence to commitments, dedication to quality and service, and emphasis on human relationships.
As Er-Bakır, we see sustainability efforts in production and management as essential requirements for growth and becoming a global brand. By reflecting our respect for people and the environment in our production approach, we aim not only to be an employer brand but also to be a preferred global player in the industries we serve.
By continuing our system development efforts and excelling in performance, dialogue, and relationship management, we obtained the "Authorized Economic Operator Status," becoming the first company in Denizli to achieve this and one of the few in the Aegean Region. We continue to be a globally recognized strong brand, not only as a driving force in our region but also as a significant power for Turkey in the sector.
