Nidec Deutschland GmbH

As part of the Nidec Group, Control Techniques is a market-leading manufacturer of components for motor control and power conversion technology in commercial and industrial applications. Our innovative products are used in areas that demand the highest standards of performance, reliability, and energy efficiency. Our History Founded in 1973 under the name KTK, we launched the first DC thyristor for industrial applications. In 1985, we rebranded to Control Techniques; in our first year, we introduced the digital AC drive named Commander and Mentor, the world's first digital DC converter. This marked the beginning of Control Techniques' global growth. As part of our expansion of the product range, a complete series for factory automation was launched in 1992; in 1995, we introduced Unidrive, the world's first universal AC drive. The company began to invest heavily in research and development, and this focus on design and innovation has become a permanent emphasis of the company. Control Techniques has manufacturing, engineering, and design locations worldwide. The company's core competencies are innovative AC, DC, and servo drive solutions for use in industrial equipment and manufacturing processes. Additionally, the company focuses on efficient conversion systems for renewable energy sources.