HENGSTLER

Hengstler is a prominent manufacturer of rotary encoders, headquartered in Aldingen, Germany. Founded in 1846, the company is officially registered as Hengstler GmbH. It specializes in industrial counting and control components. Its high-precision rotary encoders and relays are vital for motor feedback, factory automation, and elevator systems to ensure accurate position and speed control. Following its acquisition by Danaher in 1995, the firm was integrated into Fortive in 2016 as part of a major corporate spin-off.