Chronology
| 2021 | FKG Dentaire presents the Rooter® X3000, redefining endodontic standards. This novel cordless endo-motor combines technology, functionality, and adaptability in a 20-centimeter unit. |
| 2020 | FKG Dentaire expands its legacy with RACE® EVO & R-Motion® Two innovative new solutions reshaping root canal therapy: RACE®EVO for Continuous Rotation & R-Motion® for Reciprocating Motion.
The New Rooter® Universal Endomotor : One Size Fits All Rooter® Universal is the latest cordless endodontic motor from FKG. |
| 2017 | FKG presents its new Rooter™ S endodontic motor. The outstanding feature of this new instrument is its ability to be used both on its own and in combination with the new apex locator from FKG, the S-Apex™. |
| 2016 | The XP-endo® Shaper is the latest addition to the XP-endo® range. It is a truly innovative shaping instrument which can be used to simplify endodontic sequences. |
| 2015 | Development of an exclusive FKG alloy, the “MaxWire®”. Launch of a revolutionary and extremely flexible instrument for optimal cleaning of the canals, the “XP-endo® Finisher”, and a new zero taper glidepath instrument, the “BT-Apisafe”. |
| 2014 | FKG celebrates its 20th anniversary. Opening of a state‑of‑the‑art training centre in La Chaux-de-Fonds. |
| 2013 | FKG adopts a new corporate identity. Launch of the FKG endodontic motor, the “Rooter®”, a new sequence of instruments, “BT-Race™”, and a new 3D obturation system, “TotalFill®”. Inauguration of a clean room intended for a range of sterile ready to use products. Opening of a branch in Dubai and training centres in Dubai and Oslo. |
| 2012 | FKG wins the Swiss Venture Club Award for its dynamism, high product quality, and its continuing innovation. |
| 2008 | Launch of the new file sequence "BioRace". |
| 2010 | Thanks to the growth of FKG business, an extension of 5'400 m2 was made to the new building. |
| 2007 | Launch of a new line of manual ergonomic instruments with an integrated decrementing system, the SMG "SafetyMemoGrip". Growing fast, the company relocated to a new building located at Le Crêt-du-Locle. |
| 2004 | Record breaking to celebrate FKG Dentaire 10th anniversary. |
| 2001 | Certification acquired for "Quality Management System" according to ISO 9001 / ISO 13485 / EN 46001 and CE certification (Dir. 93/42/CEE). Development of a new design for the NiTi rotary instrument, the "Rondo". |
| 1999 | Launch of the SMD "SafetyMemoDisc". |
| 1998 | In order to comply with the regulatory and legal market obligations, FKG obtained the certification ISO 9002 / EN 46002 |
| 1997 | Development of a completely revolutionary rotary NiTi instrument, the"Race" (Reamers with Alternating Cutting Edges). New CNC machines were developed to produce these new files in NiTi. |
| 1994 | Jean-Claude Rouiller took over the company "Flückiger & Huguenin Dentaire SA" and became the CEO and sole shareholder. The company was renamed “FKG Dentaire SA”. |
| 1990 | The split of "Flückiger & Huguenin SA" into two independent companies: "Flückiger and Huguenin Dentaire SA", specialised in the manufacture and commercialisation of dental articles and "Flückiger & Huguenin Appliques SA", specialised in making dials for the watch industry. |
| 1944 | Foundation of another company bearing the name "Produits Dentaires Sàrl". This company focuses on the manufacture of root canal instruments, posts and various screws. |
| 1931 | The company "W.E. Flückiger" was found by Willy Flückiger, dental engineer, producing various elements (rods, hooks, etc.). |