phg

What phg does

phg Peter Hengstler GmbH + Co. KG is a German family-owned industrial manufacturer founded in 1970 and headquartered in Deißlingen, Germany, operating two business divisions: Connection Technology and Data Technology. The Connection Technology division designs and manufactures custom cable assemblies, overmoulded cables, circular connectors (including M12 x-coded), hybrid cables, and ISO 13485-certified cleanroom-produced connector and cable solutions for medical device OEMs and industrial equipment manufacturers, supported by in-house tool, mould and injection moulding capabilities. The Data Technology division operates as an OEM supplier of RFID and biometric reader modules (VOXIO, RELINO, ADMITTO, PRIMO, MOTIO, EBL product families) supporting LEGIC, MIFARE Classic, MIFARE DESFire EV1/EV2/EV3, NFC, 125 kHz, Bluetooth Low Energy, and Mobile Access (Apple Wallet) for system integrators in identification, access control, time recording, and payment systems.

The company monetises through direct B2B hardware sales of these OEM modules, custom connector solutions, and related engineering and development services, with quote-based pricing typical of custom industrial components. Approximately 300 employees support production under a 'Made in Germany' manufacturing model, with sales reached through inquiry-basket-driven website engagement, direct sales to integrators, and an active trade fair programme across German and European industrial events. Notable go-to-market integrations include reference designs for ten major door communication platforms (SIEDLE, GIRA, BAUDISCH, BEHNKE, ELCOM, TCS, RITTO, 2N, FELLER, ZENITEL), and technology partnerships with LEGIC and NXP.

Ownership is held within the Hengstler family through the GmbH + Co. KG limited partnership structure, with managing directors Peter Hengstler, Joachim Hengstler, and Stefan Emminger. The company holds no external institutional investors, has not disclosed funding rounds, and operates purely on reinvested earnings across its 50+ year history.

Name

phg

Legal name

phg Peter Hengstler GmbH + Co. KG

Website

https://phg.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1970

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

phg Peter Hengstler GmbH + Co. KG is a family-owned German manufacturer supplying custom connectors, cable assemblies, and RFID/biometric OEM reader modules to medical device makers and access-control system integrators across DACH and Europe.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Connectors and RFID Components

NAICS

Electronic Connector Manufacturing (334417), Current-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing (335931)

SIC

Electronic Connectors (3678), Electronic Components & Accessories (3670)

akta.pro primary industry

Connectors & Interconnect Components (Industrial connectors, terminals, sockets, backplane) (IMAGAJAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Data, Communications & Fiber Optic Cable (IMADAMAD), Ruggedized Connectors, Cabling & M12 Connectivity (Industrial Ethernet Physical Layer) (HDAFAJAJ), Industrial Networking & Communication Electronics Manufacturing (Ethernet switches, Fieldbus, Wireless) (IMAGAGAE)

Keywords

• Industrial cable assemblies
• RFID reader components
• Medical device connectors
• Access control hardware
• OEM connector solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Deißlingen

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Connection Technology Products: Custom cable assemblies, overmoulded cables, circular connectors, device connectors, and medical technology system solutions. Revenue generated through product sales with manufacturing depth 'made in Germany'.
2. Data Technology OEM Components: RFID readers, biometric readers, and door communication OEM modules sold to system integrators for integration into identification, access control, time recording, and payment systems.
3. Engineering and Development Services: Custom development services for connector systems and technology consulting for RFID and biometric integration solutions.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

phg manufactures and supplies OEM cable assemblies, connectors (device, circular, hybrid), and RFID/biometric reader modules to system integrators and equipment manufacturers. The Connection Technology division delivers custom cable assemblies, overmoulded cables, circular connectors including M12 x-coded, and ISO 13485-certified medical connector system solutions produced in cleanroom environments. The Data Technology division provides the VOXIO, RELINO, ADMITTO, PRIMO, MOTIO, and EBL reader families with LEGIC, MIFARE, NFC, 125 kHz, BLE Mobile Access, and fingerprint biometric capabilities for access control, time recording, identification, and data acquisition applications.

Product overview

phg Peter Hengstler GmbH + Co. KG operates two main business divisions: Connection Technology and Data Technology. The Data Technology division offers OEM RFID reader components and systems including the VOXIO family (Touch, Standard, C, Easy, Fingerprint), RELINO-B, ADMITTO-A/D, PRIMO-A/B, MOTIO-A/B, and EBL installation modules. These readers support multiple RFID technologies (LEGIC, MIFARE, 125kHz) and interfaces (RS232, USB, RS485, Wiegand, OSDP). Supporting accessories include I/O Boxes, Programming Stations, Fingerprint Enrol Stations, and Antennas. The Connection Technology division provides custom cable assemblies, overmoulded cables, circular connectors (including M12 variants), hybrid cables, and system solutions for medical technology and industrial applications, with cleanroom production capabilities and ISO 13485/UL certifications. Both divisions serve OEM partners and system integrators in access control, time recording, identification, and industrial connection applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• VOXIO Reader Family

Quantifiable outcome

• Mobile Access via Apple Wallet ready capability for smartphone/smartwatch operation

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• SIEDLEcoreTechnology or IntegrationProduct integration partnership for door communication systems. phg offers SIEDLE-compatible reader modules (SIEDLE-B Touch, SIEDLE-A Vario and Steel) as part of the VOXIO reader family for seamless integration into SIEDLE door communication systems.
• GIRAcoreTechnology or IntegrationIntegration partnership for GIRA System 106 door communication. phg RELINO-B and GIRA-B modules designed for compatibility with GIRA building automation systems.
• FELLER (EDIZIO)coreTechnology or IntegrationFELLER-A OEM reader module integrates with Swiss FELLER EDIZIO switch program, offering customization through customer-specific front foils with logo options.
• BAUDISCHcoreTechnology or IntegrationIntegration of phg readers with BAUDISCH SIP door communication systems for IP-based door intercom solutions.
• 2NcoreTechnology or Integrationphg VOXIO readers compatible with 2N Verso IP intercom systems for integration into advanced door communication solutions.
• BEHNKEcoreTechnology or IntegrationBEHNKE Series 50 door station integration with phg reader modules for access control within door communication systems.
• ELCOMcoreTechnology or IntegrationELCOM Modesta door communication system integration with phg reader components for enhanced access functionality.
• TCScoreTechnology or IntegrationTCS AMI (Audio Management Interface) compatible reader modules for integration into TCS door communication systems.
• RITTOcoreTechnology or IntegrationRITTO Portier and RITTO Acero door communication integration with phg reader solutions for multi-tenant building access control.
• ZENITELcoreTechnology or IntegrationZENITEL TEIV+ (IP intercom) integration with phg reader technology for advanced communication and access control solutions.
• LEGICcoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partnership for RFID reader platform based on LEGIC SM6300/SM6600 chipsets supporting LEGIC prime, LEGIC advant, and LEGIC Neonfile for Mobile Access.
• NXP (MIFARE)coreTechnology or IntegrationRFID technology partnership supporting MIFARE Classic, MIFARE DESFire EV1/EV2/EV3 standards in phg reader products.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Phoenix Contact GmbH & Co. KG: Global leader in industrial connectivity, including circular connectors, cabling, and industrial communication electronics (Ethernet switches, fieldbus). Overlaps with phg across connection technology and industrial communication electronics manufacturing.
• HID Global (ASSA ABLOY): Dominant supplier of access control hardware including RFID readers and credential readers; directly comparable to phg's Data Technology output but at far larger scale and with broader software/credential stack.
• TE Connectivity plc: Global incumbent in electronic connectors, sensors, and ruggedized industrial connectivity with deep medical and industrial coverage. Overlaps with phg on connector/cable assembly scope, but at vastly larger scale and breadth.
• Amphenol Corporation: Diversified global manufacturer of electronic connectors, cable assemblies, and interconnect systems across industrial, medical, and communications end markets. Comparable product categories to phg at substantially greater scale.
• HARTING Stiftung & Co. KG: Large German-headquartered incumbent producing industrial connectors, M12/M8 cabling, and PCB interconnects. Comparable on core connection technology but operates at significantly greater scale, geographic reach, and catalog breadth.

Direct peers

• Lumberg Holding GmbH & Co. KG: German manufacturer of connector systems, cable assemblies, and customized interconnect solutions for industrial and automotive customers. Highly comparable Mittelstand peer with similar custom-engineering and Made-in-Germany positioning.
• ODU GmbH & Co. KG: Specialist in high-performance circular connectors, modular contact systems, and custom cable assemblies serving medical, industrial, test & measurement. Closely comparable to phg's medical-grade and custom connector focus.
• ELATEC GmbH: Mid-sized manufacturer of multi-standard RFID readers (LEGIC, MIFARE, NFC, BLE) sold as OEM components to system integrators for access control and identification. Direct overlap with phg's VOXIO/RELINO product family.
• FEIG Electronic GmbH: German manufacturer of RFID readers/writers and access control hardware for industrial and payment applications. Directly comparable to phg's Data Technology division in product, customer base, and Mittelstand scale.
• Franz Binder GmbH & Co. KG: German mid-sized manufacturer of circular connectors (M5–M23) and custom cable assemblies for industrial and medical applications. Closest comparable to phg's Connection Technology division in product mix, geography, and Mittelstand positioning.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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