Global market leader in sensor technology and pioneer of Industry 4.0!
From passion, to an idea, to success – when it comes to groundbreaking automation and digitalization technology, the ifm group of companies is the ideal partner. Since its founding in 1969, ifm has been developing, producing, and selling sensors, controllers, software, and systems for industrial automation, as well as SAP-based solutions for supply chain management and shop floor integration, worldwide. As one of the pioneers in Industry 4.0, ifm develops and implements holistic solutions for the digitalization of the entire value chain “from sensor to ERP.” Today, the second-generation family-run ifm group of companies, with more than 8,760 employees, is one of the global industry leaders. The medium-sized company combines the internationality and innovative strength of a growing group of companies with the flexibility and customer proximity of a medium-sized enterprise.

ifm – close to you!
The people at ifm have always been the key to success. The slogan is a promise. An above-average sales and service team of more than 2,150 employees reaches customers in over 145 countries through independent sales companies or sales representatives. Local experts are intimately familiar with regional conditions and ensure personalized, trustworthy support. At the same time, more than 1,530 research and development employees work in close partnership with customers, research institutions, and universities to continuously develop solutions for the demands of tomorrow. Nearly 1,300 actively used patents and nearly 100 patent applications planned for 2024 are the result of this commitment.