With innovative products and systematic solutions, REHAU has always been committed to improving people's lives. Recently, Ruihao ushered in the 75th anniversary, on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the establishment of the company, Ruihao will review the past and look forward to the future together with employees, customers and partners.
REHAU focuses on emerging markets with development potential. For example, the company is currently expanding its presence in Africa and has acquired a South African companyIn Mexico, another important milestone in its internationalization blueprint, REHAU will open a factory in December to produce products related to home solutions to meet the growing demand for WEHAU products in the northern and central regions of the United States.
The success story of REHAU began in 1948 with the company's founder, Helmut Wagner, in the town of the same name in Bavaria, Germany. At the Franconian leather factory, the predecessor of Ruihao, he and two colleagues began to concentrate on the research and development of polymer products to replace traditional materials with an extruder, and to continuously improve the characteristics of the products. Adhering to the values of trust, reliability and innovation, Ruihao has become a thriving and thriving enterprise. Today, the REHAU Group has grown into an international family-owned company with 190 locations worldwide, more than 20,000 employees and an annual turnover of more than 4.5 billion euros. Meraxis, Rehau New Ventures, Raumedic, Rehau Automotive and Rehau Industries are the five divisions of the REHAU Group.
The secret of the success of the REHAU Group lies in its pioneering spirit, strong values and adaptability. It is not only about pushing the boundaries of traditional thinking, but also about striking a balance between practical experience and the courage to take risks. In addition, the most important thing is to keep moving forward and continue to develop. The current president of REHAU is DrVeit Wagner is convinced: "Change provides fertile ground for new ideas and breakthrough innovations, which will give us a competitive edge for the future." ”
As early as 1958, REHAU extruded the first polymer window and door profiles. In 1987, REHAU launched the first tightening collar for pipe connection, and has sold more than 1 billion so far. Today, one out of every three European cars is a specialist component made of REHAU polymer materials. 400,000 kilometers of REHAU micro cable ducts connect people all over the world. With around 100 patent applications per year, REHAU is one of the leading companies in Germany with the highest number of cutting-edge patent applications.
In addition, the REHAU Group continues to adhere to the company's strategic approach to sustainable development, taking into account the long-term development of the future in every decision that affects the present. As early as the 50s, REHAU was reusing polymer materials in the production process. At the end of the 80s, REHAU started a renewable environmental protection program. Today, a circular economy, future-proof energy** and the promotion of diversity are key to improving corporate sustainability. For example, REHAU plans to increase the proportion of acceptable materials in production to 20% by 2025. At present, more than half of REHAU window and door profiles already contain up to 75% recycled materials. By 2035, REHAU aims to achieve carbon neutrality globally, and this has already been achieved in some places.
Whether it's on the Ariane rocket for space research, the lawn heating system under the Olympic Stadium in Berlin, or the metro in Cairo, REHAU has applied its expertise and know-how to different fields. Based on solid values and the need to constantly adapt to market changes, the family business has developed into the REHAU Group it is today, and it has always adhered to the path of sustainable development.