From measurements at an electrical socket to applications in the e-mobility or photovoltaics sectors: hand tool manufacturer Wiha expands its range of measuring tools

Wiha is winner of this year’s iF DESIGN AWARD, the world-renowned design prize. The winning product, the Wiha Pliers Wrench Family, won in the discipline “Product”, in the “Industry/Tools”. Each year, the world’s oldest independent design organization, Hannover-based iF International Forum Design GmbH, organizes the iF DESIGN AWARD.

Multitool fastening tools are very popular among professionals, especially for mobile assignments as they allow them to carry only one tool instead of several individual screwdrivers. Hand tool manufacturer Wiha is now expanding its product range with the new PocketMax® screwdrivers with bit depot in the electric and magnetic versions. With their compact small size and light weight, the new everyday helpers fit into every shirt or trouser pocket and can be flexibly used for many fastening and application situations. If something needs fastening while you are high on a ladder, all you have to do is simply reach into your shirt or trouser pocket.

Schonach – Excellence in innovation: The tool manufacturer Wiha Werkzeuge GmbH from Schonach, Germany, has once again been recognized for its innovative power at the 29th round of the TOP 100 competition. As a result, Wiha received the TOP 100 seal 2022. This award is only granted to particularly innovative SMEs . On 24 June, the hand tool manufacturer will additionally personally be honoured for this accomplishment by the patron of the competition, science journalist Ranga Yogeshwar.

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There was much cause for celebration in Schonach, Germany, when actually two products of hand tool manufacturer Wiha won the German Design Award 2022 in the category “Excellent Product Design / Workshop and Tools”.

The award of the Ergonomie Kompetenz Netzwerk (ergonomics competence network – ECN) is awarded only twice annually. This year, the award in the category "manually operated products" was granted to the hand tool manufacturer Wiha Werkzeuge and its product "speedE® II electric e-screwdriver". The award ceremony took place in late September at the Dornier Museum in Friedrichshafen, Germany.

Wiha now offers another alternative to the classical tool bags and cases for basic equipment – the new tool backpack sets L with variations for electrical or mechanical applications.

In addition to the special qualification of the staff, another factor has top priority when working on electric and hybrid vehicles – the correct choice of insulated certified tools. Automotive repair workshops often have to acquire completely new equipment for this purpose and think carefully about what is required. Hand tool manufacturer and tool set provider Wiha offers them the right solutions: With the XL tool case and the eMobility workshop trolley, users can now always have the right tool at their disposal during maintenance and repair assignments. Similarly, the tool case solution can also be used on the go for the installation of charging stations. In addition to their comprehensive contents, both tool sets offer further advantages in terms of safety, efficiency, and flexibility.

Wiha is presenting its wide range of tool systems, tool ranges and transport solutions under the theme of Showtime. The stage belongs to the so-called Five Star Systems – 16 selected sets or systems that assist users in different ways in their daily work. They include a number of innovations in the area of mechanical tools along with tried and tested and recent solutions in the electric and e-mobility sector. Users from various sectors can conveniently choose customized solutions from the Five Star Systems for their application and focal areas.

Always up-to-date, no expiry date, easy to use app and always at hand on the go – the new digital catalogue from Wiha is now online. The new Wiha app offers access to the entire product range from the hand tool manufacturer, giving customers an intuitive and smart browsing experience.

"In case you didn’t know, of all forests in the world only one is truly magical. It is the Black Forest." This is how the story of Wiha begins, which introduces the youngest to the world of ecology, safety and DIY.

Every craftsman on Instagram knows him: Bruno Friedmann alias @nample. As a craftsman, he shows tools for the SHK, electrical trade and beyond.

With an invitation to the Mars mission, Wiha is launching its new XXL III electric tool case, and in the market launch campaign has stated that it will enable the company to set out to completely new worlds. The planet, known for its hilly landscapes, mountains, volcanoes and difficult environment, serves as a setting for showcasing the special tool case concept. This makes it easy and convenient for users to take the new "mobile workshop on wheels" with them - no matter how challenging the terrain or construction site may be. With its very robust, multifunctional concept and tailored content, the latest generation of tool cases offers multiple advantages with regard to functionality, ergonomics, efficiency and safety for everyday professional use.

Since June 2020, hand tool manufacturer Wiha has been offering the 34-piece Tool Case Basic Set L electric with essential equipment as a special offer until the end of the year in specialist shops. The compact case set is designed both for prospective electricians starting out on their careers and for professional craftsmen in various fields with a basic need for professional tools for electrotechnical applications.

After being thwarted by the coronavirus in 2020, International Hardware Fair Cologne will resume its annual event from 21 to 24 February 2021 and hand tool manufacturer Wiha will be amongst the exhibitors. Providing that developments surrounding COVID-19 permit and the trade fair will open its doors, Wiha will be presenting product highlights from this year and next, alongside integral concepts and modular display solutions. The manufacturer promises an exciting trade fair programme that will definitely be worth the wait.

Quick and contactless voltage detection with the latest product by Wiha

Wiha has won this year's iF DESIGN AWARD and thus joins the list of companies distinguished by the world-renowned design label. Its winning product was the slimVario® electric tool set and practical bag in the Product discipline in the Industry/Tools category. The coveted design award is granted once a year by the oldest independent design institution in the world, the iF International Forum Design GmbH in Hannover.