Hager Group has opened a new high-performance testing laboratory. The electrical engineering specialist aims to expand its development capacities and shorten product cycles. The laboratory is part of the company's strategic realignment in the increasingly competitive market for electrical installation and building automation.
With the new testing infrastructure, Hager can now test components and systems under more stringent conditions. The company is responding to increasing requirements for product safety, durability, and standards compliance. Testing requirements are continuously rising, particularly in the areas of photovoltaics, e-mobility, and digital building technology.
The new laboratory will shorten time-to-market. Hager can now validate new developments faster and requires fewer external testing service providers. This gives the company flexibility in product development and reduces dependencies. For electricians and planners, this means: faster access to certified innovations that meet current standards.
The investment aligns with the strategy that Hager CEO Busse has formulated regarding the energy transition. The company aims to expand its position as a systems provider and benefit from growing demand for integrated solutions. Competing providers such as Siemens and Schneider Electric are also investing heavily in development infrastructure and digital technologies.
The development is relevant for the electrical trade: Shorter innovation cycles require continuous training and adaptation of installation practices. At the same time, product quality increases, which can reduce complaints and failures. The new laboratory is also a signal to the market: Hager relies on independent research and development rather than pure OEM partnerships.
The company has not disclosed the exact investment amount and laboratory capacity. Industry observers estimate that the expansion is in the mid-double-digit million range. The laboratory will be able to conduct mechanical, electrical, and climatic testing.
