In 1945, Walter Pepperl and Ludwig Fuchs founded a small radio workshop in Mannheim, Germany, based on the principles of inventiveness, entrepreneurial foresight, and self-reliance. The experience they acquired was transformed into new ideas, and they continued to enjoy developing products for customers. The eventual result was the invention of the proximity switch. This innovation represented the starting point of the company's success story.

Today, Pepperl+Fuchs is known by customers around the world as a pioneer and an innovator in electrical explosion protection and sensor technology. Our main focus is always on your individual requirements: With a passion for automation and groundbreaking technology, we are committed to working in partnership with you now and in the future. We understand the demands of your markets, developing specific solutions, and integrating them into your processes.

Employees
6,600 worldwide

Sectors
Industrial Sensors
Explosion Protection

From its humble beginnings, Pepperl+Fuchs has grown into a diversified industrial company and a global leader in sensor technology, intrinsic safety, and explosion protection. Our North American headquarters in Twinsburg, Ohio, was established in 1983—and our greatest asset is our employees. They are the guarantee that we will continue to develop and bring innovative products to market. We are currently over 360 employees strong throughout North America!

We take great pride in our ability to solve problems with products that no one else can offer. At our eight locations in North America, we design and manufacture a range of "Made-in-America" products and work with our international offices to develop the best automation solutions in the world. Around the world and in our own backyard, Pepperl+Fuchs sets the standard for excellence in automation.