Since 1984, we have been bringing ideas to life.

Since 1984, hansen has stood for innovative electronics and lighting solutions. Over the past four decades, we have continuously expanded our expertise, our team, and our product portfolio – from neon and LED converters to modern LED systems and customized control technology.

What has remained unchanged is our commitment to developing tailor-made solutions together with our customers and manufacturing high-quality products “Made in Schleswig-Holstein”.

40 years of experience, innovation, and passion – and we are still bringing ideas to light.

The year begins with a forward-looking investment: hansen acquires Laserworks by allinn B.V. from Amersfoort (NL) as part of an asset deal.

With this acquisition, we expand our flat-lighting division to include illuminated keder frame systems for tensioned fabric solutions. While we previously supplied individual components for tensioned frame systems, we now offer complete systems from a single source – exactly what the market is currently demanding.

The existing Dutch customer base has been transferred and is already highly satisfied with both product quality and delivery performance from the outset. Our customers in Germany also benefit from this expanded portfolio.

The new product line is named Meisterkeder and will be one of the highlights of the year.

Sustainability is our highest priority this year. In terms of environmental and social responsibility, we are already well positioned and continue to develop further.

A key pillar of this is our 240 kWp photovoltaic system, through which we generate around one third of our electricity demand from renewable sources. This is complemented by a regional district heating solution that is local, sustainable, and economically efficient at the same time.

We also consistently focus on the future in mobility: we support electric vehicle leasing for employees – currently, 18 electric vehicles are in use. Five charging stations are available for both employees and customers.

For those who prefer cycling, we offer JobRad leasing. There are now 39 bikes in use – enabling CO₂-free, healthy, and flexible mobility in everyday life.

After 35 successful years, the company founders Dorothea & Hans-Thomas Hansen hand over the management to the next generation. Since the beginning of the year, Tim & Martin Hansen have taken over leadership of the company. Reiner Hansen continues to serve as managing director and supports the transition with his experience.

With the renovation of our administration building in 2020, we made the transformation of the company visible in its physical environment as well. The seven offices were completely modernized in close collaboration with planners and interior designers – including lighting control, ventilation, and sound insulation.

Ergonomic workstations and biologically effective lighting now create a modern and healthy working environment across all areas – from offices to adjacent spaces. A particular highlight is the employee wall in the reception area, serving as a visible sign of appreciation.

Even during the COVID-19 pandemic, we remained fully capable of acting and delivering at all times. At the same time, we developed new hygiene products and successfully introduced them to the market – including face shields, sneeze guards for pharmacies, medical practices and retail, as well as bus driver protection screens under the name D-SHIELD, which were also supplied as far as Austria.

CLEVERGLAS – our reliable surface lighting – continues its successful journey. Whether in kitchens or bathrooms, as advertising pylons or on façades: CLEVERGLAS stands for versatile lighting solutions.

Another highlight is Radar Indoor, our compact 24-volt LED circuit board for ultra-flat indoor light boxes – successfully used in exhibition stand construction and retail design.

We are also strongly represented at trade fairs: from furniture and architecture fairs to the elevator trade fair interlift.

Innovation was at the heart of this year. The introduction of Rainbow-RGB technology was one of many developments that enabled hansen to continuously expand and further enhance its product portfolio.

“Lighting made to measure” is more than just a slogan for us – it is our standard. At hansen, there are no off-the-shelf solutions. We develop individual concepts and support our customers with expertise throughout their projects.

With the goal of entering new markets, we are making a strong statement this year: in March, we will celebrate our trade fair premiere at EuroShop in Düsseldorf – the first major highlight of the year. Four additional trade fair appearances will follow throughout the year.

We have also taken an important organisational step: since January 1st, hansen GmbH has taken over the sales activities of hansen Neon GmbH, further consolidating expertise under one roof.

Custom manufacturing – even in small quantities – remains one of our key strengths. At the same time, new solutions such as LED light profiles, LED replacements for E27 and innovative wireless controls are expanding our portfolio. The hansen surface light continues to be a successful product. In 2015, the Radar LED joins the portfolio as another newcomer.

In 2014, we celebrate 30 years of hansen and look confidently towards the future. A year shaped by product innovations, new markets and numerous trade fair appearances. Our lighting solutions inspire the furniture industry, skilled trades as well as interior and garden architects. Proven products such as the hansen surface light meet new developments. What our customers value most: individually planned and manufactured. Made by hansen. Made in Germany.

In 2013, demand for energy efficient LED lighting continues to grow. The GALAXXIS 2.0 street light is gaining momentum and is joined by further innovative solutions. New to the portfolio are the EcoStar105 for sports halls and industrial applications and the STARLUXX 2.0 for petrol stations and industrial roofs. Form milled LED panels and the LED façade profile are also well received.

In 2012, demand for energy efficient LED products is booming. The hansen surface light remains highly popular, while the LED tube even makes an impression on Times Square in New York. The LED frame light becomes even more powerful with 2.5 watts. The GALAXXIS street light is now installed more than 2,000 times, while new products such as the STARLUXX LED ceiling light are being developed. With the completion of the new hall, production takes place in all three halls by the end of the year.

In 2011, hansen receives a special visitor: On May 12, Minister-President Peter Harry Carstensen visits the company and is impressed by its development. His conclusion: “Once again, we see how highly qualified we are working in Schleswig-Holstein.” The year is also marked by a strong order situation and the construction of a new 2,200 m² production hall. Meanwhile, innovations such as the LED tube and GALAXXIS 2.0 successfully establish themselves on the market.

With the start of construction on the facility expansion, hansen is investing in the further development of its Haselund site and creating additional space for the future production.

The core business of electronic ballasts (EVGs) for neon systems is being strategically expanded and complemented by LED technology. Early experiments with light-emitting diodes mark the beginning of a new technological development stage within the company.

As part of this development, the LED tube is filed for patent protection as an innovative solution – an important step toward future lighting technologies.

At the same time, production reaches a new record level: approximately 140,000 EVGs are manufactured this year.

With the acquisition of the Berlin-based company “Klinger-Neon” by Hans-Thomas Hansen and Robert Munk, an important strategic step is taken.

The company will henceforth take over nationwide sales in Germany and operate under the new name “Klinger – Neon Hansen & Munk GmbH”.

This move significantly strengthens the sales structure and further expands the growing market for electronic ballasts. The close cooperation creates additional sales capacity and lays the foundation for further growth in Germany and abroad.

With the construction of a modern production and office building in Haselund, the company is taking the next important step in its development.

Continuously increasing demand is driving further strong growth in production: approximately 105,000 transformers are now manufactured per year. This expansion not only creates additional capacity but also forms the basis for future growth and technological development.

Two major large-scale orders mark a decisive growth boost and lead to a significant expansion of our production capacities.

Due to strongly increasing demand, we are reaching a production volume of approximately 70,000 transformers per year for the first time. This milestone underlines both our customers’ trust in our quality and the capabilities of our manufacturing operations.

The company’s continuous growth requires the next major step: in Viöl, Westerende 28, an additional office and production building is acquired and extensively modernized.

The increasing success of our electronic ballasts (EVGs) is driving steadily growing demand and makes additional production capacity necessary. By expanding the new site, we are creating the conditions for manufacturing approximately 17,500 units per year.

This investment not only strengthens our production capabilities but also creates space for further company development and future growth.

One company becomes two: to support continued growth and further professionalization, “Hansen GmbH, technologie-elektronik-licht” is established as the manufacturing company, while “Hansen GmbH” takes on the role of sales company.

With Danish entrepreneur Keld Verner Olsen, the company gains a partner and shareholder with extensive international sales experience. Through his involvement, the growing export business for electronic ballasts (EVGs) and the export warehouse in Esbjerg, Denmark, are coordinated.

At numerous trade fairs in Germany and abroad, Hansen presents its continuously expanding product portfolio. This success is also reflected in production figures: annual EVG production has now reached approximately 12,000 units.

A major technological milestone was achieved with the development and production of the first electronic transformers featuring an integrated earth-fault protection switch and VDE certification. This innovative solution set new standards for safety and reliability in neon advertising technology.

With this development, Neontechnik Hansen established itself early on as a technological pioneer, reinforcing its commitment to bringing innovative products with the highest quality and safety standards to the market.

At the age of 27, Hans-Thomas Hansen founded the company “Neontechnik Hansen” together with his wife and another employee. After completing an apprenticeship as a telecommunications technician, a degree in electrical engineering (Dipl.-Ing. Electrical Power Engineering) at the University of Applied Sciences in Flensburg, and several years of professional experience in Berlin, he took the step into self-employment.

The first production facilities were established at Süderstraße 1 in Viöl – several garages and a former timber storage building formed the starting point for future manufacturing.