Würth Elektronik - Experts & Thought Leaders

For the first time, Würth Elektronik eiSos GmbH & Co. KG has participated in the independent indexing by the Women’s Career Index (FKI). The positive results confirm the company’s concept including mixed teams at all levels and the targeted promotion of diversity and women’s careers. Würth Elektronik has been driving an ambitious project forward for five years with the initiative “WoMen – WE lead together.” Here, women and men are to be equally represented at all management levels in the company. Encouraging results for overall index FKI surveys isolated company values for women, leadership, and diversity Würth Elektronik was directly compared with other companies in German-speaking countries when the company was indexed by the Women’s Career Index (FKI). The FKI surveys isolated company values for women, leadership, and diversity, and examines the internal driving factors and initiatives for more women in leadership positions. The results of the certification are impressive, with an overall index of 73 points and an outstanding index score of 92 for the framework conditions, such as working hours, mission/vision, and transparency. Economic advantages through equality “As a company, we need to secure the brightest minds, no matter what body they sit on,” explains Tanja Hochschild, a member of the management board at Würth Elektronik eiSos. “Studies show that diversity is not only a question of equity but also brings tangible economic benefits. The result of the FKI certification is both confirmation and an incentive for us. As part of the assessment, we also received many exciting ideas and suggestions of where we can focus even more in the future.”

Six MIDI fuses in one robust, IP66-compliant housing: The REDline Power Box 6F is the latest development in the family of REDline Power Boxes, the successful power distribution platform from Würth Elektronik ICS, used for installation in battery, engine, and chassis areas. Measuring only 170 x 112 x 48 mm, the compact sealed housing provides space for up to six MIDI fuses in 32 V and 70 V versions. The high IP rating allows OEMs to install the box in the chassis, battery, and engine areas. The box can operate at temperatures ranging from -40°C to +85°C. Cost-effective solution The REDline Power Box 6F can also be used in 48 V on-board electrical networks thanks to its compatibility with 70 V fuses, meaning it can also be used in electromobility projects. OEMs receive a cost-effective solution with a long service life compared to conventional outdoor fuse boxes that are unprotected. Like all boxes in the product family, the REDline Power Box 6F is connectorised so it can be connected quickly to the cable harness in production, and it can be easily and efficiently serviced. The new box represents a seamless continuation of the proven concept and offers customers benefits such as short time-to-market, high-cost efficiency, and an impressive service concept.

LEDs for accelerated plant growth, reinforcement systems for bridge renovation under ongoing traffic, and solutions for efficient construction: The Würth Group has been advancing its innovative strength for more than 30 years. The Group presented these projects at the Greentech Festival in Berlin from June 22 to 24, 2022. sustainability "Würth's business originally started with screws and nuts. Today, 77 years later, with companies from a wide range of industries, we have great diversity in the business units and thus great innovation potential. Examples include electrical wholesale, electronics, or production." "They sustainably drive research and development work. At the Greentech Festival, this innovative strength can be experienced - it is great to see the future-oriented development that the Group is showing here," says Robert Friedmann, Chairman of the Central Managing Board of the Würth Group. The right light formula for every plant Horticulture with LEDs makes a significant contribution to producing food sustainably, healthily, and locally Würth Elektronik, one of nine business units of the Allied Companies within the Würth Group, develops and researches technologies for the future of agriculture. Horticulture with LEDs makes a significant contribution to producing food sustainably, healthily, and locally. It should be seen as part of the solution when it comes to feeding the world's growing population in the future. Tailor-made lighting solutions "Advancing climate change, pandemics, and fragile supply chains threaten our food supply," said Alexander Gerfer, Chief Technology Officer of the Würth Elektronik eiSos Group. "But there's more to it than just copying sunlight. With our scientists, we are developing lighting formulas. These are tailor-made lighting solutions for the different needs of plants." "In principle, this would make it possible to grow plants in the sky," Gerfer says. With its biologists and agricultural scientists, as well as cooperative ventures, for example with the Technical University of Munich, Würth Elektronik is conducting research into controlling plant growth with the aid of differently combined wavelengths. Würth Elektronik as a technology partner At the Greentech Festival, the know-how of companies and innovative ideas of start-ups come together" The Heatle company developed the world's first inductive immersion heater that can sustainably heat liquids in almost any vessel to the appropriate temperature. Unleash Future Boats presents autonomous high-tech catamarans that have electric propulsion with fuel cells - based on green hydrogen. As technology partners, both start-ups are supported by Würth Elektronik with know-how and components. "At the Greentech Festival, the know-how of companies and innovative ideas of start-ups come together. I consider it an important responsibility of companies to approach future-oriented topics together. Our Berlin subsidiary is particularly entrusted with technology partnerships and the support of start-ups," says Gerfer. Adolf Würth GmbH & Co KG Partnerships for resource-conserving and efficient construction Innovative ideas are needed for a new kind of building, such as the BetaPort from Berlin-based Studio Urban Beta. Its modular construction system makes it possible to transform existing buildings and erect deconstructable new buildings in a short time. Adolf Würth GmbH & Co. KG, a manufacturer of fastening technology and the largest single company of the Würth Group, is sponsoring not only the fastening technology but also the machines, tools, and equipment needed for the construction. Sustainable and innovative technology solutions Pushing forward great ideas on pressing sustainability issues motivates employees to make a difference Würth and Urban Beta have agreed to jointly develop innovative fastening systems, modular building technology solutions, and sustainable construction site concepts in the coming years. This combination of innovative design and Würth's core competencies promotes the further development of this pioneering concept. "Our company thrives on innovation to survive in the market and, of course, to be prepared for the future and attractive to new employees. Pushing forward great ideas on pressing sustainability issues together with startups motivates employees that they can make a difference themselves," says Norbert Heckmann, Chairman of the Management Board of Adolf Würth GmbH & Co. KG. Resource-saving Würth relies on prefabricated building elements for the resource-saving and efficient implementation of construction projects to reduce transport routes and packaging waste. A module developed with the consulting firm Drees & Sommer for technical building equipment can be seen at the Greentech Festival. Würth supplies the corresponding fasteners for prefabricated elements in wood-concrete composite construction. This construction method is based to a large extent on wood, a renewable and therefore resource-saving raw material. RELAST® reinforcement system Customers save long journeys and time for material procurement due to BAULOC® construction site logistics solutions. Würth delivers the right material in sufficient quantities directly to the construction site. The RELAST® reinforcement system, which is used to rehabilitate bridges that would otherwise have been demolished and rebuilt, is also sustainable. There is no traffic congestion, and there are no long road closures, with costs and environmental impacts reduced.