Our Management - Technology-Oriented and Internationally Focused
Leading Winterhalder Self-Adhesive Technology GmbH is a leadership team that combines technological expertise, entrepreneurial foresight, and collaborative thinking.
Joachim Klette, CFO (left), Hermann Hogg, CEO (center), and Dr. Markus Wiethoff, COO (right) steer the strategic direction of the company. With a focus on global markets, new technologies, and digital processes, they shape the advancement of Winterhalder—future-proof, customer-oriented, and always open to new challenges.
Their commitment is to consistently expand Winterhalder's diversity in materials, technologies, and solutions, tap into international market potentials, and create sustainable value for customers and industries as a strong partner at eye level.
tesa® – Innovative Adhesive Solutions for 125 Years
tesa is one of the world's leading manufacturers of adhesive tapes and self-adhesive system solutions. With over 7,000 products, tesa supports industry, commerce, and consumers in optimizing processes, improving products, and making everyday life easier.
Sustainability is at the forefront: tesa continuously invests in environmentally friendly products, solvent-free processes, and the use of renewable energies at its sites.
tesa adhesive tapes stand for quality, performance, and ease of use – from classic packing tape to high-tech solutions for industry. Annually, tesa launches around 100 innovations on the market.
The company operates in over 100 countries and produces in Germany, Italy, China, the USA, and Vietnam, among other locations. The majority of revenue comes from the industrial sector, such as adhesive solutions for e-mobility, electronics, construction, or printing. An e-car can have over 130 tesa tapes built in, and a smartphone more than 70.
Since 2001, tesa SE has been an independent subsidiary of Beiersdorf AG and employs around 5,200 people worldwide.
As a premium partner of tesa, Winterhalder offers high-quality self-adhesive solutions for a wide range of applications. Through close collaboration with tesa, our customers benefit from innovative products, technical expertise, and customized solutions that meet the highest quality standards.
3M – Science Practically Applied
3M is a globally leading technology company headquartered in the USA. For over 120 years, the company has been developing innovative solutions for industries, healthcare, electronics, transportation, and consumer goods. With more than 50,000 products based on 47 technology platforms and over 25,000 patents, 3M stands for quality, diversity, and technical excellence.
3M is present in over 70 countries worldwide and employs around 85,000 people. In Germany, the company has been active since 1951, with approximately 6,700 employees at 18 locations. The largest European research center of 3M is located in Neuss.
Whether reliable industrial adhesive tapes, medical technology solutions, or everyday products—3M combines scientific expertise with practical application. The motto “Science. Applied to Life.®” represents the commitment to making innovative technologies tangible and usable.
Winterhalder is your reliable partner for high-quality adhesive solutions – backed by our close collaboration with 3M, one of the leading manufacturers in adhesive technology. This partnership enables us to offer you innovative, high-performance products and customized solutions tailored to your specific requirements.
