The history of the Hager Group

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1 The history of the Hager Group 1955 Hager Electro Plastic OHG founded in Ensheim, Saarland Hager Electro S.A. founded in Obernai, France The first Hager meterboard according to DIN VDE (German standard) is launched Production of modular devices in Obernai begins Production site and logistics centre founded in Blieskastel, Germany. From the mid 1980 s to the beginning of 1990 s International distribution network is set up in Europe The production sites Blieskastel, Ensheim and Obernai lay the foundation stone of the Hager Group. The Obernai site becomes the centre for electrical protection and control devices, whereas Ensheim and Blieskastel are responsible for the production of distribution boxes Acquisition of Lumetal in Porcia, Italy, a specialist in the field of distribution cabinets made of metal and polyester or splash-proof (IP 65) Hager becomes more active in the Asian-Pacific and Australia Hager acquires Tehalit GmbH, Heltersberg, Germany, a reputated manufacturer of electrical management systems Flash, a manufacturer of control and energy management devices, situated in Saverne, France is integrated into the Hager Group Acquisition of Ashley & Rock and Klik in Ulverston, UK: switches, sockets and connection technique according to British Standard are a perfect match to the Hager Group Share in the company AVE in Rezzato, Italy, a manufacturer of switches, sockets and installation accessories for the Italian market. Today, 6,000 employees generate a turnover of DM 1.5 billion For the very first time, Hager offers a complete product system.

2 Hager Ltd Hortonwood 50 Telford Shropshire TF1 7FT Tel: Fax: Internet Printed in Germany/CORP.COMM/06.00/40.0(15.0e)/F/STIDU/STIDU/ /Hager Electro GmbH

3 The Hager Group

4 Electricity plays a leading role in every aspect of our life: - culture, mobility, environment, civilization, leisure time...

5 To achieve one s goals, that s success And goals can often be expressed by very simple words. For us, it means making an important contribution by supplying households with safe, economic and comfortable electric power. This basic claim is the key to our success. And to easily realise this goal means offering complete electrical distribution from one manufacturer plus ongoing innovation throughout the decades. In the development and production centres in Ensheim and Obernai, a successful structure - based on the Hager philosophy and corporate culture - came into being in four decades. In that time, we have established partnerships with the electrical trade in Europe and worldwide. Today, Hager is a privately owned company where its owners - who have given it their name - and top management are both fully responsible for the company s fortune.

To have one s goals in mind means to exceed one s limits...... but not only in the sense of our business horizon.

Obernai was the first step towards the European and worldwide future of the Hager company.

Today, Hager products are manufactured in ten production sites throughout Europe and there are two joint ventures, Hager B&R in

6 To have one s goals in mind means to exceed one s limits but not only in the sense of our business horizon. It all started in Ensheim in the Saarland and only a few years later Hager crossed the border to the neighbouring Alsace. Obernai was the first step towards the European and worldwide future of the Hager company. The blue Hager logo has been an internationally reputable trademark for innovative techniques ever since. Today, Hager products are manufactured in ten production sites throughout Europe and there are two joint ventures, Hager B&R in Australia and Hager TCL in China. Hager products are distributed worldwide in more than 40 countries and it goes without saying that they are in accordance with the individual requirements and standards for each country. Blieskastel. Obernai.

7 Heltersberg. Although Hager becomes more active in the Asian Pacific and worldwide, our focus remains Europe.

... beyond Europe to Asia and the Pacific Since the mid 1990 s, Hager has successfully established own distribution platforms in the United Arab Emirates (Dubai), Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong,

Our local partners there are key to bringing the expected products and services to our customers - which is a great advantage in these very different markets.

8 ... beyond Europe to Asia and the Pacific Since the mid 1990 s, Hager has successfully established own distribution platforms in the United Arab Emirates (Dubai), Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, China, Australia and New Zealand. A thorough analysis of the Asian markets and adaptation of the Hager system to them have been a prerequisite for this success. Our local partners there are key to bringing the expected products and services to our customers - which is a great advantage in these very different markets. In the Asia-Pacific region, Hager in Europe may seem far away and the upholding of Hager s core values is all the more important. The quality of our service and products, together with the principle of partnership with electrical wholesalers to support our customer, the electrical contractor: these are the values which bring the entrepreneurs from Hager closer to these fast-changing, high growth markets of the future. Middle East.

9 India and China. Hong Kong.

10 Ensheim, Germany. Ulverston, UK. Porcia, Italy.

11 Parramatta, Australia. Telford, UK. La Roca del Vallès, Spain.

Our quality standard is about people Entrepreneurial success is based on many factors: stateof-the-art production techniques, the continuous optimization and completion of a complementary product

Top quality is linked to international standards such as ISO 9001 for which Hager has been working to for quite a while.

12 Our quality standard is about people Entrepreneurial success is based on many factors: stateof-the-art production techniques, the continuous optimization and completion of a complementary product programme and, last but not least, the people whose know-how, as part of a team, can be found in each of our products. Top quality is linked to international standards such as ISO 9001 for which Hager has been working to for quite a while. But it also depends on the enthusiasm of each single member of staff, whether as a responsible manager or motivated specialist in the various production sites. The interaction of high-tech and human inquisitiveness - when developing and searching for new ways and solutions - is the strength of the Hager team. The latest techniques only make sense if they stand up to the best possible quality standard: our people. Automatic production of circuit breakers... and our staff controlling and guaranteeing best quality products.

13 Welding machines are used for the production of metering enclosures. Production of RCDs in Obernai.

Time is the decisive factor The evolution of a company cannot only be measured in a spatial expansion. Extension on one level must coincide with a minimum development time.

14 Time is the decisive factor The evolution of a company cannot only be measured in a spatial expansion. Extension on one level must coincide with a minimum development time. The ever-moving market, increasing demand for quality and the desire of partners and customers for perfect service demand flexibility and innovation. Hager meets these requirements with short production cycles, supported by a perfectly harmonized production programme. Knowing what is required on the international markets, reacting quickly - thanks to inhouse research and development - all guarantee the decisive advantages of the brand for our customers - the electrical installation industry. Only in the clean room can the production of residual current devices according to our quality standards be guaranteed.

15 We rely on the longstanding experience of our team in Research & Development. With the help of CAD and CAE, innovation and know-how can be realized in short periods of time.

applications. And this is backed up with an intelligent and complementary range of reliable connection systems and modular devices for protection, control, and measuring.

16 The Hager products Hager is one of the leading manufacturers for the development and production of low voltage enclosures and meterboards. We offer solutions from one manufacturer - from the well-established consumer units for residential buildings up to the flexible and extensible Univers system for commercial and industrial applications. And this is backed up with an intelligent and complementary range of reliable connection systems and modular devices for protection, control, and measuring. Whatever the electrical installation, we can provide the optimum solution. With the innovative tebis TS and tebis EIB systems for buildings from Hager even the most diverse functions can be controlled, automated and connected.... to building management systems... Complete solutions: from modular devices and meterboards and distribution systems.

The Tehalit products The Tehalit product programme is an excellent example of complete and universal system techniques for cable-carrying and mounting of electrical devices.

The innovation and quality of the entire Tehalit product range sets a new standard for safety and its advanced system technology and flexibility.

18 The Tehalit products The Tehalit product programme is an excellent example of complete and universal system techniques for cable-carrying and mounting of electrical devices. But Tehalit also offers control panel trunking and robust cable trays and ground ducts for heavy duty applications. The innovation and quality of the entire Tehalit product range sets a new standard for safety and its advanced system technology and flexibility. It provides individual system solutions for each requirement economically. The Tehalit products are a perfect match to the Hager range in every respect. Neat and tidy: systems for cablecarrying and electrical installation for each application and easy installation.

19 Extensive Research and Development guarantee superior quality combined with state-of-theart technology.

The last two years has seen significant investment both in production technology and product development.

lampholders and a new decorative range of metal accessories.

20 The Ashley and Klik products Ashley is a well-known general wiring accessories brand that has a strong reputation in the UK for product quality and reliability. With the demand for electrical power and data increasing the role of the wiring accessory as the end user s functional link is set to expand. The last two years has seen significant investment both in production technology and product development. Based on market research, product developments include installerfriendly features at the back of sockets and FCUs, a new range of safety-enhanced lampholders and a new decorative range of metal accessories. Simple control products such as timers, heating and ventilation programmers and thermostats, have also been introduced under the Ashley brand. Klik is probably the best known brand in the UK for commercial lighting installations. The products bring plug in convenience and versatility for lighting and power.

21 These switches can do a lot more than just on/off. Products for control and automation. Klik connection technique for the electrical distribution.

The Lume products The Lume product range meets the strictest requirements for electrical installation or

The Lume product programme, which has had an excellent reputation in Italy for more than 10 years, includes

It is available in many protection ratings and isolation classes up to IP65 splashproof distribution boxes.

22 The Lume products The Lume product range meets the strictest requirements for electrical installation or mechanical strength. The Lume product programme, which has had an excellent reputation in Italy for more than 10 years, includes consumer units and low voltage distribution systems made of metal, polyester and polycarbonate. It is available in many protection ratings and isolation classes up to IP65 splashproof distribution boxes. Their quality features - good design, stability, flexibility, functionality and reliability - make them perfect for applications in residential, industrial and administrative buildings. Lume: the best address for all applications.

23 Low voltage distributions: one of Lume s main products. Cabinet systems for low voltage distributions up to 630 A. Cabinet systems for all applications: from wall mounting to cubical standing enclosures.

management system. We understand that the term system also means a reliable and well organised sales force.

24 About partnerships and systems Quality and success only show themselves in their entirety and are a sign of a smoothly running system. At Hager, however, that does not mean that we just have a complementary product range based on enclosures for electrical distribution, connection technique, modular devices and an innovative building management system. We understand that the term system also means a reliable and well organised sales force. Ever since the company was founded, the partnership between manufacturer, wholesaler and electrical trade has been the building block of success. This straight line from development up to installation enables communication to all those involved for the end user s benefit. In this manner, partnerships with a definite focus on the human and professional level have grown: developing new solutions for electrical installation. Communication forms an integral part of our everyday business: with the installation people...

25 ... on the occasion of international fairs and finally during training courses.

The future begins with the next step Entrepreneurial success is founded on looking forward. It is rooted in tradition, experience and competence.

Europe is in a state of radical change, the harmonisation of markets and prices are the big entrepreneurial challenges of the new millennium.

26 The future begins with the next step Entrepreneurial success is founded on looking forward. It is rooted in tradition, experience and competence. These values are the qualifications for continuously changing market conditions. Europe is in a state of radical change, the harmonisation of markets and prices are the big entrepreneurial challenges of the new millennium. Because of its worldwide presence, Hager has an ear to the market, every day. And that s why we can do a lot more than just react to whatever changes. Hager, being a leading manufacturer in its field, actively participates in changes. This is the only way to face to constantly growing competitive pressure together with our partners. Responsible for our success and innovation: Hermann Hager, Alfred Bricka and Dr Oswald Hager (from the left to the right).

28 Photos: Dominik Obertreis, Stuttgart Layout: Stankowski & Duschek, Stuttgart Printed by: fischerdruck, Saarbrücken Published by: Hager Electro GmbH Corporate Communications Zum Gunterstal D Blieskastel Telephone +49 (68 42) Telefax +49 (68 42) info@hager.de Internet

29 Creativity, commitment and teamwork of the Hager staff all over the world contribute to the success of the Hager Group each day. Thank you all very much.

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