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Our company history

From our beginnings in 1946 as a classic electrical parts factory, we have developed into the electrical engineering specialist that we are today.

1946 - 1962

1946 - 1962

  • Founding of Christian Schwaiger Elektroteilefabrik GmbH
  • Moving into the current company building
  • Expansion of the production halls
1963 - 1964

1963 - 1964

  • First broadcast of a third television program
  • Development of UHF converters that make it possible to upgrade older television sets to receive third channels
1965 - 1969

1965 - 1969

  • Purchase of the first soldering device in the company
  • Development of lighting generators for model railways without soldering connection
1970 - 1971

1970 - 1971

  • Publication of our first product catalog
  • Introduction of clock radio & indoor antenna
1972 - 1988

1972 - 1988

  • Nationwide broadcasting of the 3rd programs leads to high sales of Schwaiger’s combination antenna amplifiers
  • Construction of a logistics center on our premises
  • Introduction of a car radio for self-installation and stereo spherical speakers
1989 - 1995

1989 - 1995

  • Start of television broadcasting via ASTRA satellite
  • introduction of satellite reception systems
  • range expansion to include antenna sockets
  • Development and introduction of multiswitches
1996 - 2002

1996 - 2002

  • Founding of Schwaiger sro in Vrchlabi (Czech Republic)
  • Introduction of the product "Lucky Man", the first electronic stimulation device for men, which goes down in our company history as a curiosity
  • Start of press work with an interview for the "SAT-Report"
2003 - 2006

2003 - 2006

  • Membership changes as independent
    operating company of the Franconian REITZ Group
  • launch of digital television
  • Introduction of the first fully functional DVB-T receiver and later also mini DVB-T/DVB-S receiver
  • Launch of receivers with integrated hard drive and a satellite antenna for camping and boats
  • Mr. Tänzler becomes new managing director
2007 - 2009

2007 - 2009

  • Introduction of an active flat antenna for indoor and outdoor use with patent + a SAT finder with patent
  • Presentation of the first HDTV receiver on the German market
2009 - 2013

2009 - 2013

  • Affiliation changes to the Audio-Vox Group (now VOXX International) as an independent operating company
  • Creation of the first social media accounts on Facebook & Youtube
  • Analogue switch-off of German television channels
  • Development of a suitable multiswitch
  • introduction of smart home solutions
2014 - 2016

2014 - 2016

  • First online shop goes live
  • Development of a control center for smart home devices
  • Introduction of the SUN PROTECT LNB as the only extremely heat-resistant LNB on the market
  • Expansion of the product ranges through "HOME4YOU" (Smart Home), "SOUND4YOU" (audio products) and "SECURE4YOU" (security products)
2017 - 2019

2017 - 2019

  • Introduction of the product ranges "WORKS4YOU" (DIY accessories), "POWER4YOU" (power products) and camping helpers
2020 - 2024

2020 - 2024

  • new edition of the online shop
  • Expansion of the product range due to the Corona pandemic to "HEALTH4YOU" (health products)
  • Opening an Instagram and TikTok account
  • Introduction of solar products for the energy transition "ENERGY4YOU"

Over 75 years of experience

Schwaiger GmbH in Langenzenn has developed from a small family business into an established provider in the field of electronics. With over 75 years of experience in the industry, Schwaiger has a firm place in the market and is known for its high-quality products and innovative strength.