2018
ALPINA300 Launch of the very first connected fryer
2014
The entire company moves to Romanel-sur-Morges.
2012
The new generation EVO fryer series is created.
2010
Succession – Entry of the 3rd generation of leaders into the company.
2000
The V2000 fryer series is created.
1990
A second building is built not far from the first one which hosts the workshop and the administrative offices. The old factory will from now on be used for Lire plus
1987
On December 2nd 1987, the company changes its name to VALENTINE FABRIQUE S.A., honoring Mr Valentini who created the first fryer in 1947.
1966
The first stainless steel fryers are created. The series expands with other appliances over the years, such as plate warmers and pasta cookers.
1961
The first factory is built at the Chemin de la Fôret in Ecublens, Switzerland.
1953 – 2018
Happy Birthday ! Valentine celebrates its 65 years.
1953
Creation of the company Société Comptoir des Machines SA in Lausanne. The “53” fryer model is launched – enameled white fryers with oval or round tanks.
1947
The first electric fryer with a heating element immersed directly in the oil is invented. This is a “World Premiere” in Lausanne and this series is called the “T” Lire plus