KNIPEX specializes in the development and production of high-quality pliers and is Europe’s leading manufacturer of these products.
It all started back in 1882 when C. Gustav Putsch set up his own forge shop in Cronenberg (now a suburb of Wuppertal).
Knipex are an independent fourth-generation family company.
They concentrate their knowledge and expertise on pliers. This is the only way to justify their claim to be the best supplier in terms of quality, innovation and efficiency. Knipex success is assured by 800 qualified employees and attach the greatest importance to their basic and advanced training.
