Hirschmann Automation and Control

What Hirschmann Automation and Control does

Hirschmann Automation and Control is a German-founded (1924) supplier of industrial networking and connectivity infrastructure, headquartered in Neckartenzlingen, Germany. The company designs ruggedized network equipment for harsh industrial environments, including managed and unmanaged industrial Ethernet switches (DIN rail, compact, IP67-rated, and rack-mount configurations), wireless industrial routers for IIoT and machine-to-machine communication, specialized railway and vehicle routers, firewalls, media converters, and network management software such as the TXCare Network Management System and Belden Horizon. Its technology is positioned around network resilience, real-time data transmission, IT/OT convergence, and industrial protocol support.

The company operates as a connected brand within Belden Inc.'s portfolio following Belden's acquisition, and its products are integrated into Belden's broader ecosystem of cables, connectors, and network management solutions. Hirschmann serves industrial manufacturing (automotive, chemical processing, semiconductor, machine building) as its primary vertical, alongside transportation and mass transit, telecommunications (5G/edge), and healthcare. It is identified in market research as a key player in the Wireless Industrial Router Market alongside Cisco Systems, Siemens AG, Moxa, Advantech, Digi International, and Phoenix Contact.

The business model is hardware-centric — the sale of industrial networking equipment — supplemented by network management software, device software, professional services, and support contracts bundled with hardware. Go-to-market runs through Belden's global distribution network, certified installers and integrators, and enterprise field sales teams supported by Customer Innovation Centers. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and follows a quotation-based enterprise sales process. Standalone revenue figures for Hirschmann are not available in the source data.

Name

Hirschmann Automation and Control

Legal name

Hirschmann Automation and Control (Belden brand)

Website

https://hirschmann.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1924

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

German-founded supplier of ruggedized industrial networking infrastructure — industrial Ethernet switches, wireless/railway/vehicle routers, and network management software — serving manufacturing, transportation, telecom, and healthcare, now operating as a connected brand within Belden Inc.'s portfolio.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Networking Equipment

NAICS

Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513), Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing (335314), Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing (335313), Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (33429)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620), Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600), Switchgear & Switchboard Apparatus (3613)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Networking & Connectivity (Industrial Ethernet, Fieldbus, Gateways) (IMAGABAE)

Keywords

• Industrial Ethernet switches
• Wireless industrial routers
• Industrial networking equipment
• Network management software
• IIoT connectivity solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Neckartenzlingen

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Personnel

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: Sale of industrial networking equipment including switches, routers, firewalls, media converters, and related accessories for industrial automation and control applications
2. Software and Services: Network management software, device software, professional services, and support contracts bundled with hardware solutions

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Hirschmann Automation and Control designs and manufactures industrial-grade networking equipment, including managed and unmanaged Ethernet switches, wireless routers (IIoT, railway, and vehicle variants), and network management software such as TXCare and Belden Horizon. The portfolio targets industrial automation, IIoT, and machine-to-machine communication in harsh environments such as factory floors, rail systems, and process plants, and is sold as a connected brand under Belden Inc.

Product overview

Hirschmann Automation and Control operates as a connected brand under Belden Inc., offering industrial networking and automation control solutions. The product portfolio includes wireless industrial routers (IIoT routers, railway routers, vehicle routers), managed and unmanaged switches, and industrial Ethernet solutions. Hirschmann products are positioned for industrial automation, IIoT adoption, and 5G-enabled applications across sectors including manufacturing, transportation, and energy. The brand competes alongside Cisco Systems, Siemens AG, Moxa Inc., and other industrial networking providers in the global Wireless Industrial Router Market projected to grow from $14.56 billion in 2025 to $45.45 billion by 2033.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• IIoT and Industrial Routers Wireless industrial routers that enable cellular and machine-to-machine connectivity for IIoT deployments, factory automation, and edge networking in harsh industrial environments. Targeted at industrial manufacturers and system integrators deploying IIoT and Industry 4.0 networks.
• Railway Routers Specialized wireless routers engineered for railway systems, meeting transportation industry standards for onboard and trackside communication. Targeted at rail operators, mass transit agencies, and intelligent transportation system integrators.
• Vehicle Routers Wireless routers designed for vehicle-mounted applications and mobile deployments, providing ruggedized connectivity for transit, fleet, and mobile industrial assets. Targeted at transportation operators and integrators deploying mobile networking solutions.
• Hirschmann IT Industrial Networking Products Industrial IT product line of managed and unmanaged Ethernet switches, including DIN Rail, compact, IP67-rated, and rack mount configurations, for industrial automation and process control environments. Targeted at plant network engineers, system integrators, and industrial automation buyers.
• Network Management Software (TXCare and Belden Horizon) Network management software including the TXCare Network Management System for MPLS networks and Belden Horizon for network operations, providing centralized visibility and management of industrial networks. Targeted at industrial network operators and OT/IT teams managing large-scale converged environments.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Belden Inc.coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerHirschmann Automation and Control operates as a connected brand under Belden Inc., a global leader in complete connection solutions. Belden acquired Hirschmann and integrates its industrial networking expertise into Belden's broader portfolio of cables, connectors, and network management solutions.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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