Mr. Jaime Lopes Ferro founded the company in 1953, not as a businessman, but as a true engineer. A relentless pursuer of technological advancement, Mr. Ferro devoted his life to inventing numerous patents. He proposed many innovative concepts and ideas, and despite the fact that not all of his creative visions were transformed into products, he remained steadfast in his pursuits. His areas of research were exceptionally broad, ranging from air conditioning and refrigeration to natural gas, and even extending to tidal power generation, which was not widely recognized at the time, as well as explorations into railway transportation. It can be said that Mr. Jaime Lopes Ferro dedicated his entire life to the pursuit of scientific advancement and technological progress.
Mr. Jaime Lopes Ferro was also a steadfast advocate for product quality. He continually researched technological advancements to enhance product performance and reliability, never compromising even when it led to increased costs, and never prioritizing profits over quality and technology. “Technology for a Better World” was the unwavering belief and pursuit of Mr. Jaime Lopes Ferro.
Mr. Jaime Lopes Ferro was a diligent individual, constantly thinking and seemingly always in a state of work, which continued even at the age of 96. The technologies and products invented by Mr. Jaime Lopes Ferro are a continuation of his legacy and life’s work.
In terms of human resources, Mr. Jaime Lopes Ferro’s management philosophy was far ahead of his time, commanding profound respect from his employees. He maintained a harmonious and equal relationship with his employees, more akin to friends and family rather than employer and employee. He placed great emphasis on the health and welfare of his employees, extending equal benefits to their family members as well. For instance, in the early 1960s, the Company established a health management department staffed by a doctor and multiple nurses, which was quite rare at the time.
As the founder of FRIMEC, Mr. Jaime Lopes Ferro shaped the soul of the brand. His pursuit of technology and innovation, his dedication to quality, his diligent work ethic, and his compassion for employees have become the spirit of FRIMEC.