Kronenberg

Reliability is our promise.
And has remained so
since 1867.

 

From your very first contact with us, you will experience what all-round support really means.

We take care of everything that is necessary to ensure your project is a success: From the development of a new product
to quality-tested series production and guaranteed on-time delivery worldwide.

You can rely depend on it!

 

Best Practice

Organization of functional areas to achieve an optimal material flow.

At our location in the Haan Technology Park | NRW, we operate production facilities designed specifically to meet our needs based solely on the requirements of optimum material flow.

 

Location

The characteristics of the site were not initially taken into account in the original design (ideal layout) - the production and associated service and logistics areas had been optimally positioned in terms of how they related to each other. In what ultimately became the final layout, we modified our concept to match the actual conditions of the site.

 

 

Garden City

Bordered by the Rivers Düssel and Itter, the garden city of Haan, with just over 30,000 inhabitants, is located between the Rhine Valley and Bergisch Land. In addition to the excellent infrastructure, the garden city offers additional benefits, such as the extensive range of educational services. There are 15 nursery schools, five elementary schools as well as two high schools and a Waldorf school. An adult education center and vocational college complete the educational facilities.

 

 

Green Building

The headquarters of EDUARD KRONENBERG GmbH is impressive in terms of both the design and indoor environment: with aesthetic architecture and a future-oriented energy concept that combines highly efficient renewable energy systems.

The key elements are the ventilation system with heat recovery via a run around coil system (RAC system) and the air-water heat pump, which provides both cooling and heating.

 

 

Open Spaces

The interior of our headquarters was designed as a harmonious addition to its architecture. Colors, shapes and design reflect the EK brand. Glass walls and partition screens create a completely new working environment due to the bright and light workspaces. The modern open-space concept also represents the company values: openness, team spirit, creativity and innovation.

Impressions

 

 

 

Nature project

With the settlement of several bee colonies on the EK premises, in addition to the EK Green Building and participation in the climate protection project ÖKOPROFIT, we would like to set a further example: We have realized that the constant search for solutions that have as little impact on our environment as possible and the protection of species are inseparably linked.

Billions of years ago, the project of a global network of all natural processes was launched on our planet. As the inventor of globalization, nature itself is the most experienced and best teacher of ecologically sustainable management. A symbol for the big picture in our world is provided in the smallest of detail by bees. As industrious pollinators of plants, along with a multitude of other insects, they are a natural and irreplaceable part of the ecosystem, because they contribute to the well-being of the fauna and flora all over the world.

For these reasons, the recent increase in bee mortality is also a global issue. The destruction of bee colonies can be observed not only in Germany, but internationally. Scientific findings indicate that the causes are also man-made - through the establishment of monocultures and the use of pesticides in agriculture, as well as the increasing threat of climate change.

EDUARD KRONENBERG GmbH is committed to the responsible and sustainable use of the valuable resources that nature provides us with by supporting bees and preserving and caring for their natural habitat.

„
One thing is clear: as a family, we think long-term, manage our affairs in a sustainable manner, like to reinvent ourselves and are open to new ideas. And this sense of unity is a wonderful thing.
“
Ralf M. Kronenberg, General Manager EDUARD KRONENBERG GmbH

Career

We are precision.
We are quality.
We are reliability.

And we are looking for you!

As an expanding company, we are always on the lookout for people who share our passion for precision and high quality standards. Are you a motivated team player and are interested in an exciting job? Are you an enthusiastic young talent or an experienced specialist? Young blood or years of experience under your belt? Or perhaps both – it makes no difference.

You’re at the right place if you’re looking for a modern and progressive employer.

Simply apply online for a current job opening or send us an unsolicited application!

 

Career Overview

• GOOD REASONS TO CHOOSE EK AS AN EMPLOYER
• A FEEL-GOOD WORKING ENVIRONMENT
• APPRENTICES/TRAINEES
• PROFESSIONALS
• JOB APPLICATION TIPS
• YOUR APPLICATION – COVER LETTER
• YOUR APPLICATION – CURRICULUM VITAE (CV) OR RESUME
• YOUR APPLICATION – CHECKLIST
• WIN-WIN SITUATION

EK is an owner-managed family business, which means that the satisfaction of our employees is extremely important to us. The benefits we offer are intended to create the best possible working environment for the members of all our teams. 

 

 

 

 

History

1867

Foundation

Business leader Karl Eduard Kronenberg founds the company in Solingen to manufacture steel springs for pocket knives.

1890

Industrial Progress

The production facility is equipped with steam engines. Other areas now include the cutting tool industry and tool production industry.

1917

New Location

In the Dingshauser Strreet in Solingen a new Plant is built.

1930

Tool Industry

With business leader Carl Kronenberg the area of the file industry is now included in the portfolio.

1958

Further Clients

Automotive- and electrical industry are new clients.

1962

New Management

The brothers Hans-J. and Max Kronenberg take over the management and expand the business areas in the coming years.

1977

New Business Area

The insulating glass industry completes the strategic business areas.

1995

Location 2

The new production facility plant 2 is put into operation just in walking distance to plant 1.

2000

New Management

The cousins Ralf M. and Frank Kronenberg take over the management.

2002

Certification

EK is TÜV certificated according to ISO TS 16949.

2004

Injection molding technology

EK enters into a strategic partnership and is now the only producer worldwide who produces connectors for the glass frame assembly in the insulating glass industry out of steel AND plastic.

2013

New Location

The two plants in Solingen are merged to one new factory in the Technologiepark Haan | NRW.

2016

Own Plastic Parts

Installation of our own injection molding machines for the manufacture of nylon parts.

2017

EK celebrates 150 years

What has began in 1867 will be continued in ther 5th generation. 150 years of quality – "made in Germany".

 

The EK success story, which began in 1867, continues today through our day-to-day activities.

 

 

 

For better connections.

Solid-fit connecting elements made of steel or nylon - for the glass perimeter of insulating glass units.

 

 

For a world on the go.

Precision stamped parts made of steel and non-ferrous metals - for chassis, control and drive technologies in the automotive supply industry, for instance.

 

 

For reliable power systems.

Custom stamped and injection molded parts – for almost all applications in the electrical industry.

 

 

For secure fixings.

Development of new stamped and injection molded products – to meet the specific requirements of the fastening industry.

 

 

We deliver the goods.

We provide our customers the world over with steel and nylon parts that meet their specific requirements – and ensure they are always given the best solution possible.