HellermannTyton
ActiveOverview
HellermannTyton manufactures products for fastening, fixing, identifying, and protecting cables and connecting components. It supplies cable management solutions to industries including automotive, aerospace, rail, renewable energy, electrical installation, and data communications. The company operates in 40 countries with manufacturing in 19 facilities across 13 countries.1235
History
HellermannTyton originated in Germany in 1935 and expanded to the UK in 1938, launching the Tyton cable bundling system in 1965 and establishing US operations in Milwaukee in 1969. It went public on the London Stock Exchange in 2013 and was acquired by Delphi Automotive in December 2015, later integrated into Aptiv PLC's Signal and Power Solutions division in 2017. The company has grown through acquisitions like Insuloid Manufacturing in 1964 and expanded into aviation in 1976.134
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Cable Ties (fastening elements) | Standard bundling for wiring harnesses | $0.10 - $5 |
| Identification Systems (labels and markers) | Cable and component marking | $0.05 - $2 |
| Cable Protection (conduits and glands) | Insulation and environmental shielding | $1 - $50 |
| Automotive Fasteners (custom clips) | Engine compartment and door fixings | $0.20 - $10 |
| Network Connectivity (fiber optic solutions) | Data communications infrastructure | $10 - $200 |
| Heavy Equipment Ties (industrial strength) | Trucks and machinery applications | $0.50 - $20 |
Manufacturing
HellermannTyton operates 19 manufacturing facilities in 13 countries with an integrated approach to design and production for quality control. North American manufacturing and distribution occur from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, established in 1969. Products are made in-house across 39-40 countries.25
Notable Products
- Tyton System - Continuous cable bundling method launched in 1965.
- Ratchet P-Clips - Secure fastening for hoses and cables in automotive use.
- Specifiable Cable Ties - Engineered ties meeting automotive and aerospace standards.
- Fiber Optic Identifiers - Marking systems for data cables.
- Cable Glands - Protective entries for electrical conduits.
- Heat Shrink Tubing - Insulation and protection for wire connections.
Reputation
HellermannTyton is regarded by professionals as a reliable supplier of cable management products, specified by major manufacturers in automotive and aerospace for quality and custom solutions. It maintains a strong reputation for engineering excellence and innovation since 1935. Some note its broad industry presence beyond automotive, though integration into Aptiv may shift focus toward vehicle electrification.123