Close to the customer, delivered quickly: igus takes over harnessing specialist elko

PETALING JAYA, Malaysia - March 6, 2025 - PRLog -- igus announces the acquisition of elko Verbindungstechnik GmbH. With this step, the company is expanding its assembly capacities in the field of drive technology. At the same time, the motion plastics specialist from Cologne is now even closer to its customers in southern Germany, the centre of the German machine tool and automotive industry.

The harnessing of cables for moving applications is a core competence of the motion plastics specialist igus. These are manufactured according to industrial standards or customised specifications. For cables, igus draws on its extensive chainflex range, which is used in combination with well-known connector manufacturers such as Harting, Binder, TE Intercontec, Yamaichi and many others. With almost 6,000 harnessed motor, servo, signal and encoder cables for use in energy chains and suitable for 40 manufacturer standards, igus offers the right drive cable for almost every application. The harnessed readycable cables guarantee a long service life thanks to extensive tests and quality checks in the 4,000m2 test laboratory and more than 25 years of experience igus has in the manufacture and assembly of cables.

In January 2025, igus acquired elko Verbindungstechnik GmbH, an expert in connection technology. Elko specializes in assembling cables and connectors for mechanical engineering and the automotive industry. The Kirchheim am Neckar location offers ideal conditions for customer proximity and better service. This regional closeness allows igus to be more flexible and responsive to individual requirements, providing direct and personalized customer service. Understanding specific application requirements is crucial for developing innovative and cost-effective solutions.

Merger strengthens both partners
With the acquisition of elko, igus is expanding its production capacities and automating processes, creating a manufacturing network with minimal throughput and delivery times. igus harnesses over 14,000 cables per week in Germany and at 14 international locations. The same harnessing machines will be used at elko to improve quality and price stability. The patented Crimptower, holding 10 crimping machines and 20 strip products, exemplifies their innovation. igus values elko's committed employees and strong customer relationships. The merger aims to enhance service and product quality, ensuring reliable harnessed cables for customers.

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