The History of SKYLOTEC: Tradition and Innovation in Fall Protection

Our history

Progress and growth are always closely linked to change. The history of SKYLOTEC is a prime example of this. Founded in 1947 as a sole proprietorship, we have experienced turbulent times and undergone numerous transformations.

Today, as a manufacturer of protective equipment, we have grown into a group of companies with 12 locations worldwide and around 950 employees, almost 300 of whom work at our headquarters in Neuwied.

75 years of SKYLOTEC: With ups and downs to success

From humble beginnings as a small workshop in the southern Sauerland region to global market leader - a journey characterized by challenges and continuous growth in the field of fall protection.

THE JOURNEY THROUGH TIME IN BOOK FORM

As part of the company's 75th anniversary celebrations, the exciting history of SKYLOTEC has been put into book form. The journey through time takes place on almost 200 pages divided into four chapters:

Chapter 1: 1947 to 1982
The founding and development years - from Eduard Kaufmann to Wolfgang Rinklake

Chapter 2: 1983 to 2000
The company on its way into the third millennium

Chapter 3: 2000 to 2022
Expansion of the company, internationalization, groundbreaking product development

Chapter 4: from 2022
SKYLOTEC 75 PLUS - a look ahead

The book in digital