Home › About us Turning visions into reality: iwisions It often only takes a tiny step – a creative brainwave – to make entire technologies obsolete overnight, which is why we are already thinking about tomorrow’s world today. We know from experience that true development pioneers must free themselves from conventional ways of thinking and mental barriers. Our constant wish and desire is to redefine the boundaries of what is possible – and what is not – in the field of automotive and industrial drives. We may not be able to predict the future, but we can help to shape it by turning visions into reality: iwisions! COMPANY PROFILE CORPORATE CULTURE PRODUCTS AND BRANDS ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT Our Directors Blending the experience of previous generations and the expectations of those to come, our family firm – now in its fourth generation – is managed with an eye to long-term sustainability. Acting responsibly and adhering to strong values today to shape the world of tomorrow. Learn more LOCATIONS WORLDWIDE INDIVIDUAL COMPONENTS PRODUCED EVERY DAY EMPLOYEES CHAIN VERSIONS IN THE IWIS PORTFOLIO Awards We're proud of our awards. They show recognition of our work and performance, and are an incentive to achieve even more milestones. MORE AWARDS Our history What began as a bicycle chain workshop rapidly grew into a successful, friendly family company – and eventually became a globally active technology leader in the field of high-quality chain system solutions and engineering services: iwis. 1884 Foundation of Wanderer-Werke It all began in Chemnitz... 1916 Johann Winklhofer-Maschinenfabrik Foundation of our company Dec. 7th Johann Baptist Winklhofer (1859 – 1949) in Munich 1920 Name change to "Joh. Winklhofer & Söhne” The two eldest sons Hans (1887–1933) and Fritz (1888–1972) Winklhofer join. 1922 Production of bicycle chains begins It all started with bicycle chains... 1933 End of sales activities for Wanderer-Werke goods 1934 The sons join their father Dr. Rudolf (1890 – 1977) and Otto (1900 – 1990) Winklhofer 1936 Doubling of production space due to the new building the Albert-Roßhauper-Street. 1937 Production start iwis timing chains for the automobile brands Adlerwerke, BMW, DKW and Hanomag 1945 Production resumes Company is shut down; production resumes on July 26th SHOW ALL 100 years iwis The guiding principles for the future also applied in the past. The iwis of today and tomorrow is based on 100 years of living history and hands-on experience. Here at iwis, we have always believed in striding ahead – and by maturing as a company, we have gained additional strength and broader horizons. The family company iwis is now more sustainable and innovative than ever before, yet it is still our history – the sum of our experiences, defeats and triumphs – that give us stability. Discover our moving history and take a journey back in time... Our cooperation partners For us, working together with our partners means we can always rely on valuable synergies. Cooperation agreements with associations, foundations, local communities and cultural institutions are an integral part of our vibrant, colourful corporate culture. They also allow us to take on responsibility and make commitments to science, research and the local community at our respective locations. VBM/BayMe Die bayrischen Metall- und Elektro-Arbeitgeber learn more VDA learn more Invest in Bayern learn more Technische Universität München learn more VDR Verband Deutsches Reisemanagement e.V. learn more Deutsches Museum learn more LOAD MORE SERVICE & CONTACT Downloads Calculation program Contact Products & services Supplier portal CAREERS Careers Our vacancies Getting started at iwis Our benefits iwis as an employer ABOUT US About us News & Events History Compliance iwis worldwide DATA PROTECTION IMPRINT TERMS OF USE IWIS-WORKPLACE © 2021 iwis