Wera - Tools from Wuppertal
Wera is a tool manufacturer based in Wuppertal that specialises in the development and production of hand and torque tools. The company was founded in 1936 and has grown continuously since then. Today, the product range includes screwdrivers, ratchets, socket spanners, bits, torque tools and various special solutions for trade and industry. The focus is on ergonomic handle concepts, well thought-out details to simplify use and continuous further development of existing tool shapes.
Wera is particularly well known for products such as the "Zyklop" ratchets, the "Joker" open-end spanners and the "Kraftform" handles, which are based on the natural gripping zones of the hand. Many users are also familiar with the "Tool-Check Plus" - a compact set of bits, bit holders and a mini ratchet, which is widely used in both the professional and private sectors. The range also includes angle spanners, ratchet combination spanners, bit sets, universal tool sets and tools for special applications - for example in the electronics sector, in automotive engineering or for assembly work in confined spaces.
Another field in which Wera has positioned itself for many years is torque-controlled fastening. The Click-Torque series provides various models for this purpose, which enable precise setting of the desired torque and work mechanically. The tools are available in various versions with a reversible ratchet and cover a wide range of applications. The audible and tactile click when the set torque is reached is a functional detail that supports safe use.
In 1963, the company began manufacturing bits for mechanised screwdriving. This was followed five years later by the introduction of the Kraftform handle, which has since been further developed and is available in different versions. The requirements of electrostatically sensitive areas were also taken into account - today, ESD-compatible tools are an integral part of the range.
In addition to production, the company attaches great importance to the continuous optimisation of existing series. This regularly results in new variants based on feedback from the professional environment. Wera tools are therefore often found in workshops, on construction sites, in electrical assembly or in industrial production. The product design is geared towards durability, repairability and the most efficient handling possible. Packaging solutions and tool holders complement the range functionally and are aimed at organised work on site.
Production and development are mainly carried out at the headquarters in Wuppertal. International markets are also supplied from there. Sales and support are geared towards different areas of application - from industry and trade to specialised retailers.
Wera consciously positions itself as a company that challenges design conventions. This attitude is reflected in the term "Tool Rebels", which is used to describe the company's own product philosophy. The idea behind this is not only to improve the functionality of tools, but also to make them more pleasant and sophisticated to use. This approach runs through the entire range - regardless of whether it is a single tool or a comprehensive set.
Further information can be found on the Wera company website.
