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Rotterdam
KLINGER The NetherlandsNikkelstraat 2 3067 GR Rotterdam
Elsloo
KLINGER Service Center LimburgBusiness Park Stein 208A 6181 MB Elsloo
Velsen-Noord
KLINGER The NetherlandsRooswijkweg 200 1951 MD Velsen-Noord
Moordrecht
Hadro TechnologySouth Lane 351 2841 MD Moordrecht |
HISTORY
Discover the history of KLINGER
The development of the company through five generations of the Klinger family
1886 → 1927
The invention of the Reflex level gauge device by Richard Klinger marks the start of the KLINGER company. In 1893, the first production company was opened in Gumpoldskirchen, Austria.
The first KLINGER sealing material was made in 1898, and in 1922 KLINGER came out with their first control valves.
1928 → 1972
In 1928, the company was acquired by Karl Klinger. Under his leadership, the company continues to grow, particularly in the field of seals. The company develops Klingerit steam seals and PTFE sealing materials.
Then in 1957 the company is taken over by Hubert Klinger-Lohr and the company continues to grow on an international level. Also in 1968, KLINGER receives a patent for Ballostar ball valves.
1973 → 1984
1973 is the year of the founding of PICOFF in Rotterdam, started by Frits Mühlenbruch. In 1984, this company merges with Klinger and becomes KLINGER PICOFF.
Rapid growth takes place in the Netherlands during this period and the company's name is changed to KLINGER BV. In 1982 new sealing materials are developed on an international level, including KLINGERSIL.
1984 → 2009
This period is particularly marked by the invention of a revolutionary high temperature sealing material called KLINGER Quantum. It also focuses on ball valves & launch KLINGER TopChem seals.
The opening of a new production ball valve plant in Austria. Tomas Klinger-Lohr is the fourth generation of the Klinger family to lead the KLINGER Group.
2010 → 2011
In 2010, Frits Mühlenbruch becomes CEO of KLINGER worldwide
Ton van Erkelens becomes general manager KLINGER Netherlands.
2012 → 2018
Starting in 2012, there has been an increased emphasis on Group management and strategic planning. In 2015, this focus intensified with the establishment of the KLINGER Group Management Board. The organization has placed greater attention on services and organic growth, extending its reach beyond Europe.
In 2018, Christoph Klinger-Lohr joins the management of the KLINGER Group.
Now
- Vision, future, success.
- KLINGER helps you produce better and even safer.
- Success through knowledge, expertise and Rotterdam sobriety and direct approach!
