Founded in 1906 in Minden, Germany, Altendorf has established itself as a manufacturer of stationary sliding table saws. The company is credited with inventing the sliding table saw concept, a design that has since become a global standard for precision cutting. Initially operating as a general carpentry business, the company shifted its entire focus to machinery manufacturing following the patenting of its proprietary guidance system.

Altendorf’s product portfolio centers exclusively on high-precision panel saws, categorized into professional, industry, and custom sectors. Their core product lines include the F-series, known for modular flexibility, and the WA-series, which offers single-sided frame processing for high-capacity industrial environments. Additionally, the company produces the C-series, designed as compact solutions for smaller workshops.

The machinery serves diverse sectors, including furniture production, cabinetry, joinery, and plastics processing. The most prevalent model is the F45, renowned in the market for its extensive customization options and operator safety features. Another significant series is the WA 80, widely utilized in industrial settings for heavy-duty machining and large-scale production cutting.