Heraeus
Heraeus is a German technology group with a focus on precious and special metals, medical technology, quartz glass and sensors as well as electronic components. Founded in Hanau in 1851, the company is one of the largest family-owned companies in Germany in terms of revenue. Heraeus employs 16,400 people in 40 countries and generated a total revenue of €25.
Basic Information
- Category: metal industry
- Founded: 1851
- Headquarters: Hanau
- Website: http://www.heraeus.de/
Documented Facts
- Email: francesca.uebel@heraeus.com
- Founded: 1851
- Employees: 16,200
- Website: http://www.heraeus.de/
- Headquarters: Hanau
- Founded by: Wilhelm Heraeus
- Industry: metal industry
- Country: Germany
- Subsidiaries: Vacuumschmelze
Evidence and Sources
- Heraeus — Official Site (official)
- Heraeus on linkedin (social)
- Heraeus — Wikipedia (reference)
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