ESSMANN Waagen looks back on 165 years of company history – and ahead to a fast-moving future
ESSMANN is an owner-managed scale manufacturer based in Hamburg that has been setting standards in professional weighing technology for 165 years. Our scales can be found in industry, trade and laboratories – from ultra-micro scales to rail scales. We are one of the few specialist companies to cover the entire spectrum of weighing technology and combine traditional craftsmanship with state-of-the-art automation.
Our history
ESSMANN was founded in 1860 by Christian Moritz Westphal in Wandsbek near Hamburg. After being taken over by his nephews Albert and Ludwig Eßmann, the company developed into Waagenfabrik Gebr. Eßmann & Co. Innovations such as the patented Eßmann rope hoist scales from 1907 shaped the industry. Over the generations, ESSMANN has remained a family business that has always focused on technical modernization and digitalization. Today, we are continuing this tradition with a strong team and future-oriented solutions. Read more
Our locations
With branches and service centers in Hamburg, Berlin, Duisburg, Saalfeld, Wallenhorst, Westhausen and Worms, we are present throughout Germany. This regional proximity enables us to respond quickly and reliably to our customers’ needs and offer customized solutions on site. Read more
Our claim
We see ourselves as a partner to our customers and rely on long-term relationships characterized by trust, quality and innovation. Our customers value the professional planning, implementation and support provided by the ESSMANN team. With a broad portfolio of scales and automation solutions as well as a comprehensive range of services, we stand for maximum precision and reliability.
Become part of our history
Whether as a customer, partner or employee – at ESSMANN you can help shape the future of weighing technology. Discover our products and services or become part of our team. Together we are setting new standards in the world of weighing.
Our management team
Management
Dr.-Ing. Fabian Ehmke
Managing Director
Dr.-Ing. Fabian Ehmke specializes in the future of weighing technologies, innovation and digitalization. He has over ten years of international experience in technology and innovation management and has extensive expertise as a group leader and project manager in special machine construction and software development. In his previous positions, his focus was on combining classic engineering skills with pioneering technology – always with the aim of developing sustainable and scalable solutions. At ESSMANN, he is responsible for product and technology development as well as sales.
Dr.-Ing. Gregor Graßl
Managing Director
Dr.-Ing. Gregor Graßl began his career in materials research at the Fraunhofer Gesellschaft after completing a double degree in engineering and international technology management. Over the course of his career, he has worked as a team and site manager, founded several research and industrial facilities and led projects for the introduction of digital manufacturing methods in the automotive and aerospace industries. At ESSMANN, he is responsible for personnel development, business development and sales processes.
René Teichmann
Managing Director
René Teichmann holds a degree in Finance from the University of Wales, Cardiff and the Harz University of Applied Sciences. He was Head of Information Technology at Zeitverlag Gerd Bucerius GmbH & Co. KG and CIO at Rickmers Holding AG. He was also a member of the advisory board of Deutsche Technologie Manufakturen GmbH. His focus has always been on digital transformation, the development of efficient IT structures and strategic corporate management. At ESSMANN, he is responsible for finance and accounting as well as the management of IT.
Our management team has taken over the management of ESSMANN | Weighing & Automation
in 2021. Read more about our our history.
ESSMANN – Hanseatic scale manufacturer
Founded in 1860 in Hamburg-Wandsbek and relocated to Altona-Ottensen in 1877, ESSMANN is a true Hanseatic company with a natural proximity to the port. You will find ESSMANN scales in all industrial and professional sectors.
Our current locations and service points are in Hamburg, Baden-Württemberg, Berlin, North Rhine-Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate and Thuringia.
