Schneider

Schneider Electric develops connected technologies and solutions to manage energy and process in ways that are safe, reliable, efficient and sustainable. The Group invests in R&D in order to sustain innovation and differentiation, with a strong commitment to sustainable development.

Schneider Electric was born during the first Industrial Revolution. Nearly 180 years later, and through enduring dedication, expertise, and the combined strength of acquired businesses, they continue to deliver innovation at every level.

History :

• 1836  : Brothers Schneider acquire mines and forges at Le Creusot, France. Two years later they create Schneider & Cie.
• 1891  : Having become an armaments specialist, the company launches itself into the emerging electricity market.
• 1919  : The company expands into Germany and Eastern Europe via the European Industrial and Financial Union (EIFU).
• 1949  : In-depth restructuring led by Charles Schneider takes place after World War II.
• 1975  : The Schneider Group acquires an interest in Merlin Gerin, one of the leaders in electrical distribution equipment.
• 1981-1997  : The company divests from steel and shipbuilding and focuses mainly on electricity through strategic acquisitions.
• 1999  : The Group develops Installation, Systems and Control with the acquisition of Lexel and adopts its current name.
• 2000-2009  : Period of organic growth and acquisitions in new market segments: UPS, movement control, building automation and security.
• 2010-Present  : Schneider Electric further reinforces its position in software, critical power and smart grid applications.

Schneider is product portfolio consists of Pneumatic components, frequency converters, voltage regulators, instrumentation, power supplies, Schneider transformers, photoelectric switches, building electrical appliances, etc., two types of electromechanical and high and medium voltage components, dual power switch.