Company
Alfons Rüschenbaum GmbH exists since nearly 90 years and is managed in third generation. It has transformed from a sole trading company for lighting accessories to a wellgoing factory for cable, connector systems and complete solutions.
Rüschenbaum chronicle of 1926 until today
1926
Foundation as a trading enterprise for lighting accessories by Hermann Polklesener
1949
Takeover by Alfons Rüschenbaum, new brand name
1985
Takeover by Harald Polklesener in third generation
1986
Expansion of product program and first production of cable cuts
1987
First automatic machine for cutting and stripping of cables
1990
Development of the first automated machine for complete production of cable cuts
This machine was the cornerstone of our current, highly sophisticated machinery
2001
Foundation of a new factory in Werl (Germany) due to continuous growth
2003
New construction of a production hall at the head office in Arnsberg due to continuous growth
2004
Certification according to DIN EN ISO 9001
2009
Foundation of the new service office TOP Kabeltechnik (Yuyao) Limited in Ningbo, China
2010
New construction of a production hall with office close to the head office in Arnsberg
2015
New construction of a high rack warehouse due to continuous growth
2015
Introduction of industry 4.0, usage of robotics
2020
Takeover by Lea Polklesener and Felix Polklesener in fourth generation
Today
about 65 employees in Germany
about 80 employees in China
Most modern and up-to-date machinery and equiptment
Production of cordsets, cable cuts, internal wirings and cable harnesses
Further on: Assembly works and lighting accessories
Research, Development, Consulting and Service