Dovre Foundry

About us

Cast iron foundry you can rely on

Europe’s top leader, continuously advancing our craft

Grey cast iron you can rely on. We know because we test it for strength and durability. It’s one of the steps we take to make sure you receive only the best.

Dovre experts will assist you to draft the design you have in mind. Their insight and experience will be put at your service to enhance your original concept from A to Z. Using the latest precision technology, your idea will be sculpted into toolings to pin-point perfection. The base to cast a product that exceeds your expectations. A product you will be proud to put your name on.

Dovre Foundry

Where collaboration meets craftsmanship

Our brand values​
Crafted Precision
Crafted Precision
Every detail matters. Consistency and accuracy reflect our commitment to excellence in everything we do.
Trusted Partnership
Trusted Partnership
Long-term relationships are built on reliability, confidentiality, and mutual respect. Clients can trust us to deliver—on time and with integrity.
Ownership & Control
Ownership & Control
We take responsibility for the entire process. By keeping everything in-house, we safeguard quality, traceability, and accountability from start to finish.
Agility with Purpose
Agility with Purpose
Flexibility is part of who we are. We adapt quickly—to help customers move forward confidently.
Engineering Spirit
Engineering Spirit
Curiosity and expertise guide our work. By combining technical know-how with creative thinking, we shape smarter, cost-effective solutions.
Collaboration at Heart
Collaboration at Heart
Great results come from working together. Openness, dialogue, and shared expertise are at the foundation of everything we do.
Responsibility for Tomorrow
Responsibility for Tomorrow
Efficient, precise, sustainable production: Advanced DISA moulding line enhances efficiency and reduces energy/material use. Fine sand casting and electric-assisted furnaces contribute to lower waste and energy consumption. Comprehensive in-house testing safeguards quality at every stage and minimises waste.

THE ORIGINAL WARMTH FROM THE NORTH

Did you know Dovre is the name of a mountain range in Central Norway? Legend says the Founding Fathers of the Norwegian constitution declared that Norway would continue to exist “til Dovre faller” (“until the Dovre mountains fall”). The Dovre mountains are synonymous with being big, wide, solid, long-lasting, mysterious, extreme weather-resistant and surrounded by legend.

BORN IN NORWAY, RAISED IN BELGIUM

1933
Establishment of the ‘Dovre Peisen’ (‘Dovre Fireplaces’) company, in Norway. Cast iron parts bought from the ULEFOS foundry, founded in 1657. Portfolio limited to 4 fireplaces: 2 heights only, either with stripes or the legend of bucks and goats on the back wall.
1964
Leon installs a Dovre fireplace in his new house, directly imported from Norway. Shortly after, he decides to import DOVRE fireplaces as a side job. This is also the year that his son, Tom Gehem, the current CEO, was born.
1976
Purchase of the current HQ site in Weelde, in a former fertiliser factory. A showroom, offices, R&D lab and assembly hall are built. At that time, Dovre Peisen sources its castings from various foundries in Europe.
1981
Construction of the Dovre foundry in Weelde to become independent from castings suppliers who cannot keep up in terms of capacity. 
2005
Creation of DHT Sp. z o.o. - move of assembly to Września (PL)​
2013
Tom Gehem succeeds his father as owner of Dovre​.
Present
Today, we export our products worldwide through our network in more than 20 countries to supply our different local markets. We develop, produce, and sell advanced cast iron. Our foundry and factory produce a lot of products for third parties. The Dovre brand is internationally renowned and recognised for its quality, solidity, robustness, and innovations in heating technology, with highly efficient, environmentally friendly engineered products for demanding end-users and markets. 
People @ Dovre
At DOVRE Foundry, our strength lies in our people. As a family-owned business with more than four decades of experience, we bring not only technical expertise, but also continuity and commitment that larger corporations often lack.

Our teams in Belgium and Poland work closely together, with short communication lines and direct contact between departments. This ensures quick decisions, direct answers to your questions and projects move forward without delays.

Our people take pride in every casting that leaves our foundry. Each project is treated with responsibility and ownership, reflecting the trust our clients place in us. From engineers and toolmakers to machinists and finishers, every colleague contributes to the consistent quality and reliability that define DOVRE.

At DOVRE, it’s not just about iron — it’s about the people who shape it.