Hirschmann, a sub-brand of Belden, is a German pioneer in data communication, founded in 1924 by Richard Hirschmann (inventor of the "banana plug") and headquartered in Neckartenzlingen, Germany. The company has grown from a one-person operation into a global leader in modern communication technology.
Core Business & Technological Strengths
Hirschmann distinguishes itself as the only company in the industrial Ethernet market capable of providing a complete range of data communication products. Its expertise spans from mobile transmission systems to enterprise and industrial networking solutions. Key innovations include building the world's first fiber optic Ethernet at the University of Stuttgart in 1984 and pioneering the HIPER-Ring redundant Ethernet protocol in 1990. As a founder of IAONA, Hirschmann played a major role in standardizing Ethernet for industrial use.
Market Position & Global Presence
Hirschmann offers a comprehensive data communication architecture suitable for both industrial and office environments. Its product portfolio covers everything from Gigabit Ethernet to fieldbus systems and AS-i connectors for actuators and sensors. With production facilities in Germany and Hungary, Hirschmann maintains a significant global presence across Europe, the US, and Asia.
