Four generations.
One mission:
Fasteners that hold.
Four generations of the Winkler family have shaped one mission: developing fasteners that hold — reliably, decade after decade. From a Berlin metalwork shop in 1904 to an internationally leading supplier of fasteners and fastening systems for surface temperature control. We deliver to more than 30 countries — and produce exclusively in Germany & Switzerland.
The complete range.
From a single source.
We develop and distribute innovative fastening systems for surface temperature control of buildings, halls, stadiums, driveways and airport runways. A wide selection — top quality produced in Germany and Switzerland.
What defines us.
Strong values shape our actions — towards customers, partners and within our team. They define us as a family business, employer and business partner.
Excellence
Together for our customers — every day, no compromises.
Respect & Honesty
We treat others the way we want to be treated.
Reliability
We do what we say. Trust is the foundation.
Fairness
We talk with each other, not about each other.
Our history
- 19041904
Adolf Winkler founds the company in Berlin
A metalwork shop lays the foundation of the family tradition.
- 19621962
The birth of modern underfloor heating
PioneerAlfred Winkler is one of the first heating engineers to install a novel plastic pipe — the beginning of surface temperature control.
- 19701970
Dr. Wolfram Winkler takes over
The next generation perfects the technology in Überlingen on Lake Constance.
- 19771977
Founding of Winkler Technik GmbH
FoundingDr. Wolfram and Erika Winkler build the company that today supplies customers worldwide.
- 19801980
Invention of the U-Rail
InnovationAn innovation that becomes the industry standard. Decades of continuous research follow.
- 20002000
Alexander Winkler joins
Business graduate (VWA) — heads export, finance, logistics, HR & IT.
- 20062006
Veronika Winkler joins the team
Takes on HR and finance — the family core grows.
- 20072007
5 new patents in one year
5 patentsResearch is in our DNA. Winkler Technik establishes itself as an innovation leader.
- 20112011
Alexander becomes Managing Director
TOP 100Joint leadership with Dr. Wolfram Winkler — continuity in the 4th generation. First TOP 100 award.
- 20142014
U-Rail® trademark registered
The original U-Rail is registered as a protected brand name.
- 20162016
European Business Award
National ChampionNational Champion 2016/2017. Alexander leads as CEO.
- 20182018
TOP 100 again
For the second time among Germany's most innovative SMEs.
- 20212021
Farewell to the founder
Dr. Wolfram Winkler passed away peacefully in April 2021 at the age of 76. He shaped the company for over 40 years.
- 20212021
Great Place to Work
GPTWCertified as an attractive employer.
- 20222022
Veronika Winkler becomes Managing Director
The joint leadership of Alexander & Veronika takes the family business into the future.
- 20232023
Employer of the Future
AwardAwarded for a modern, employee-centric corporate culture.
- 20242024
TOP 100 — for the third time
TOP 100Three awards in 13 years. Innovation remains our constant.
Confirmed by the market.
Innovation, employee culture and growth — repeatedly recognised by independent juries and institutions.
- TOP 100 (2011, 2018, 2024)
- Employer of the Future 2023
- Great Place to Work 2021
- European Business Award — National Champion
- Growth Champion 2013
- Großer Preis des Mittelstandes — Jury level
Direct contact.
No detours.
Sales, engineering, management — you reach the people who actually make decisions. No ticket system, no hold queue. Your contact is one call away.
How can we help?
Two clear paths — explore products or talk to us directly.