About Us

Established in Germany, Pepperl+Fuchs is a leading developer and manufacturer of intrinsically safe equipment, electronic sensors and components for the global automation market.

We have 80 subsidiaries worldwide and manufacturing facilities in Germany, England, USA, Singapore, Hungary, Indonesia, Vietnam and Italy. 

We supply products and solutions to a wide range of different industrial sectors, including the automotive and renewable energy sectors, electronics and packaging technology, the oil and gas industry, machine and plant engineering, the chemicals industry and the pharmaceuticals sector. 

As one of the leading companies in the automation industry, Pepperl+Fuchs is a global pioneer in its markets due to groundbreaking technologies. For conventional and future applications, the company offers a comprehensive portfolio and at the same time drives trend-setting future developments.

Continuous innovation, a high level of quality, and constant growth have formed the basis of the company’s success for more than 80 years.

Our Heritage

Pepperl+Fuchs was founded in 1945 by Walter Pepperl and Ludwig Fuchs as a radio repair shop.

By 1948, Pepperl+Fuchs was expanding into other electronic production, leading to the development of the first proximity switch in 1958 and the first transistor amplifier with an intrinsically safe control circuit.

From our humble beginnings, we have progressed to become a leading manufacturer in sensor technology, intrinsic safety, and explosion protection equipment.

We are proud of our company, our heritage, and our legacy of consistent achievement, innovation, and the close relations we have built with our customers.