Our History
Construction and occupation
of the first buildings
At that time, we stood alone with hardly any neighbors in sight. Gradually, the community of Wohlen AG developed around the company premises. Today, HOWAG is a solid presence in the industrial landscape.
Swiss National Exhibition in Zurich
“We were there!” Even today, this fills us with justifiable pride. “If it’s cables – then it’s HOWAG!”
Development of ETIRO® cables by Mr Hollenweger
This is a specialty cable with an inserted nylon thread. From this, the first spiral cables with reinforced resilience are manufactured. This gives the telephone the perfect complement with the perfect “cord”!
In-house plastic extrusion
HOWAG is a leading manufacturer of telephone cords across Europe. With our “cords,” we supplied the former national Swiss telecommunications company PTT. Even today, such phones continue to operate flawlessly.
Change of ownership from the Breitschmid family to the Greutert family
The entrepreneurial legacy of the previous patron continues. The tradition of the past, combined with the continuity of today, guides the innovative company toward a bright future. Today, HOWAG stands for innovation, technological prowess, and the desire to help.
Division of HOWAG into Howag Kabel AG and Howag Kunststoffe AG
This step creates added value through synergies at all levels. Specialized expertise will now be shared and expanded upon collectively. An excellent example of technological cooperation in the Swiss industry.
The entire production is reorganised, lead-free soldering and tinning in accordance with RoHS conformity
Health and environmental consciousness are embodied values of HOWAG’s corporate culture. This transition is carried out in collaboration with our suppliers for the benefit of our employees, customers, and the environment.
Howag-Swisspur Ltd. is founded in China
This significant step grants our customers privileged access to the Asian procurement market. Today, we think globally, act locally, and deliver Swiss quality at fair prices from all locations.
Modern, bigger, perfect – Howag Kabel AG relocates
After more than 70 years, we are relocating from our established premises! At our new location in Dintikon AG, we are constructing and moving into a contemporary, advanced infrastructure with significantly more space. As part of this development, we are expanding and modernizing our machinery. We continue to develop and upgrade our machinery even today!
goLive of the new ERP solution – proALPHA replaces SAP
At HOWAG, we constantly monitor production and service quality as well as cost development. This ensures that we stay current and often ahead of the curve.
Howag OOD is founded in Bulgaria
In addition to the existing production and sourcing in Switzerland or China, this expansion decision is made in the interest of our partners. This firmly establishes our regional and sustainable footprint in the EU.
Acquisition of TEFKON
This ensures that our customers in Eastern Switzerland receive seamless and timely deliveries. The regional market is now optimally served in this part of Switzerland as well.
Patch cable online shop
To meet the growing customer demand for colorful and diverse patch cables in a contemporary way, we’re launching online!
HOWAG– Tooling
Since its implementation, our in-house mold and toolmaking department has opened up new markets for all HOWAG partners and ensures their supply security. Whether it’s standard or custom models, our 3D process quickly produces flawless prototypes. Subsequently, the injection molds are tailor-made for the customer and coordinated with the production accordingly. “Everything from a single source!”