From Switch to Sensor Technology

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History

The History of EBE sensors + motion

The beginning was marked by the development of measuring and test devices, in particular step switches. Rotary and linear solenoids followed. Today, EBE Elektro-Bau-Element GmbH is a major supplier of sensor technology, HMI components, electromagnetics and mechatronics. The open-minded, sustainable and owner-managed company has devoted itself to new technologies and applications for decades. A number of innovations shape the company history.

A Brief Overview of Our History

1950
Foundation of EBE Elektro-Bau-Elemente GmbH. Development of measuring and test devices, e.g. step switches.

1965
Start of production of rotary and linear solenoids.

1987
Sale of EBE to Lucas England.

1992
Management buyout by former managing partner Horst König.

1996
New line of business input systems.

1997
Takeover of switch production from company ERNI.

1999
Takeover of switch and control technology from company SEL Alcatel.

2004
Foundation of ENDER Electronic GmbH in Friedrichshafen within an asset deal with Ender Gerätebau GmbH.

2010
Based on InduTEC® technology, EBE creates a new generation of sensor systems such as angle sensor, path sensor or pressure sensor.

2011
EBE fully integrates the former Ender Electronic GmbH into the company.

2012
Purchase of company building in Sielminger Straße 63, Leinfelden-Echterdingen, district Stetten.

2012
First door opening module with sensor technology.

2013
Relocation to new building in Sielminger Straße 63, Leinfelden-Echterdingen.

2014
Start series production of level sensors with capaTEC® technology.

2015
Development of a modular door lock with integrated opening module.

2018
First series production of wastewater level sensor with corTEC® technology.

2020
The new owners Dr. Fricke and Dr. Murmann continue EBE as family-owned company.