Ballas
Woodworking machines and tools from Aichach – Ballas near Augsburg
As a tool manufacturer from the Black Forest, we work with selected specialist dealers who carry our tools. One of them is Ballas GmbH in Aichach-Ecknach near Augsburg – a family-run company that has been selling woodworking machines, tools, and workshop supplies for over 30 years and carries our tools on-site. On this page, we'll introduce you to this partner and their offerings in detail.
From specialist retail in Kühbach to a solid partner for the trade
Heinrich Ballas founded Ballas in 1993 in Kühbach, Aichach-Friedberg district, starting as a small specialist dealer for woodworking machines and tools. Over time, the family steadily grew the business. A big step came in 2015: Ballas was re-established as Ballas GmbH and moved about seven kilometers away to a larger company building at Maxstraße 4 in Aichach-Ecknach, featuring a roughly 1,500 m² showroom. For their 25th anniversary in 2018, they expanded the showroom even further. Today, after more than 30 years, Ballas is a well-known name in machine sales around Augsburg.
The Turning Paradise: Southern Germany's largest turning exhibition
What sets Ballas apart from many machinery dealers is woodturning. Their in-house "Drechselparadies" (Turning Paradise) department is considered Southern Germany's largest turning exhibition, featuring everything from small bench lathes to heavy-duty XXL machines. The product range includes turning tools and clamping devices from respected brands like Drechselmeister, Robert Sorby, Hager, Crown, and Teknatool. Additionally, Ballas hosts turning courses year-round in its own training center, for both beginners and advanced users, in small groups on modern machines. This combination of product expertise and training makes Ballas unique in this specialized field within the region.
The Product Range: Your Full-Service Supplier for Woodworking and Workshops
From classic woodworking machinery to the smallest hand tool, Ballas covers the needs of modern wood professionals. The range includes new and used machines of all sizes, power and hand tools, accessories and consumables, as well as workshop equipment, workshop and school furnishings, dust extraction technology, and specialist literature. For machines, the selection spans from band saws, miter saws, and sliding table saws to planers, sanders, pillar drills, and mortising machines, all the way to spindle moulders, edge banders, gluing presses, and CNC systems. We carry leading brands like Felder, FORMAT-4 and Hammer, Stürmer and Holzmann, Mafell, Festool, Tormek, Shaper and SawStop, plus specialized tools from Kreg and Stubai, for example. The online shop lists over 10,000 items in total.
Dust Extraction Technology: Planning and Installation from a Single Source
Ballas goes beyond just selling when it comes to dust extraction technology. In addition to dust extraction units and accessories, the team handles the planning and installation of complete systems. This is especially useful for businesses looking to set up or modernize an entire workshop and needing to coordinate dust extraction, machines, and workstations.
Service: Delivery, Commissioning, and Repair
At Ballas, service is a top priority. Our own service technicians deliver purchased machines right to your workshop, assemble them professionally, and commission them together with you, including an introduction to their operation; even challenging installation locations like basements or attics are no problem. The team can answer many questions directly over the phone; if that's not enough, a technician will visit you nationwide. Ballas performs brand-independent repairs – either in our own workshop or directly at your site – and relies on original spare parts from reputable manufacturers. Our expert advice comes from experienced craftsmen who know the practical side from their own experience.
Online Shop and Quick Availability
In addition to its physical store, Ballas operates a Trusted Shops-certified online shop for woodworking machinery, tools, and accessories. A large warehouse ensures that most items are ready for immediate pickup; if you can't visit, your goods will be reliably shipped by parcel or freight forwarder. A blog with news, event announcements, and technical articles complements the offering.
Aichach in Wittelsbacher Land – How to Find Ballas
Ballas is located at Maxstraße 4 in Aichach-Ecknach, in the Aichach-Friedberg district, known as Wittelsbacher Land. The location in an industrial area on the outskirts of town combines a wholesale warehouse and a retail store: large machines are stored, demonstrated, and sold directly from stock here. Aichach is about 60 km northwest of Munich, near Augsburg, and easily accessible via the A8 motorway. This allows Ballas to serve craft businesses in Swabia, Upper Bavaria, and beyond – for example, from Augsburg, Munich, Ingolstadt, and Dachau.
Your contact person at Ballas
Jürgen Ballas, Managing Director
Phone: +49 8251 8799-0
Email: info@ballas-maschinen.de
To the Ballas specialist store in Aichach
Contact and opening hours
Ballas GmbH
Maxstraße 4
86551 Aichach-Ecknach
Phone: +49 8251 8799-0
Email: info@ballas-maschinen.de
Web: ballas-shop.de
- Monday to Friday: 08:30–12:30 and 13:00–17:00
- Saturday and Sunday: closed
Frequently Asked Questions about Ballas in Aichach
How long has Ballas been around?
Ballas was founded in 1993 and remains family-run to this day. In 2015, the company moved to Maxstraße 4 in Aichach-Ecknach as Ballas GmbH; today, Jürgen Ballas manages the business.
Where can I find Ballas, and how do I get there?
At Maxstraße 4 in 86551 Aichach-Ecknach, near Augsburg in Wittelsbacher Land. Aichach is about 60 km northwest of Munich and easily accessible via the A8 motorway – from Augsburg, Munich, Ingolstadt, and Dachau.
What does Ballas offer?
Ballas is a full-service supplier for woodworking: We offer machines from circular saws to CNC systems, hand and power tools, dust extraction technology, workshop equipment, workshop and school furnishings, and specialist literature – both new and used. The online shop includes over 10,000 items.
Does Ballas have a turning exhibition?
Yes. Their "Drechselparadies" (Turning Paradise) is considered Southern Germany's largest turning exhibition, featuring turning lathes, turning tools, and accessories from brands like Drechselmeister, Robert Sorby, Hager, Crown, and Teknatool – plus year-round turning courses in their own training center.
Can I try out RUWI tools at Ballas?
Yes. The RUWI router table on display at the showroom in Aichach, where you can see it and try it out; other RUWI are available for viewing and consultation upon request. It’s best to schedule an appointment in advance for a demonstration.
Does Ballas deliver and assemble the machines?
If you want, our service technicians will deliver the machine right to your workshop, assemble it, and get it up and running with you, including a full briefing. Ballas handles repairs nationwide, regardless of brand, even for machines not purchased from Ballas.
Can I get RUWI tools at Ballas?
Yes. Ballas carries RUWI in-store. You can find all product details directly on our website at ruwi.de.