Kontron Hartmann Wiener

Our embedded solutions are designed for industrial applications where reliability, EMC protection, modularity, and durability are essential. With rugged construction and high temperature resistance, our systems perform reliably even in extreme environments – far beyond the limits of standard solutions.

Whether in railway technology, energy systems, or industrial automation – we deliver powerful solutions for demanding applications.

Our Team in Burscheid

Located in North Rhine-Westphalia, our Burscheid site is the Center of excellence for power supply systems – from design to delivery. Specialized in power supply systems and mechanical assembly

Sales, project management, and technical support for research institutions and industrial clients
Final integration, testing, and quality assurance for rugged platforms
Central logistics hub for customer shipments across Europe
Local partner coordination and manufacturing support

With close proximity to key industry players in western Germany, Burscheid ensures short delivery times, consistent quality, and seamless cooperation with customers and suppliers.

Our Team in Stuttgart

Based in the heart of southern Germany’s engineering region, our Stuttgart site is the Development, manufacturing, and logistics center for backplanes and chassis. Core location for hardware and embedded system development

System architecture and platform design for CompactPCI, VPX, and MicroTCA
Customer-specific solution engineering and system customization
Sales, project management, and technical support for industrial and defense clients
Specialized expertise in railway computing and EN 50155-compliant system design

Leveraging a strong regional talent pool and decades of experience, Stuttgart drives product innovation and customer-centric development within the Kontron Group.

Our modular embedded systems deliver reliable performance in extreme industrial environments – far beyond what standard computing platforms can handle.

Where We Come From

1959–1980s

Founding & Specialization

W-IE-NE-R founded in Burscheid (1959), Hartmann Electronic in Stuttgart (1971) - Focusing on nuclear electronics and telecom systems.

Technological Expansion

Hartmann begins backplane production; W-IE-NE-R develops NIM, CAMAC, and FASTBUS systems for scientific research.

1992–1997

International Growth

W-IE-NE-R rebrands under new leadership; U.S. subsidiary established in Ohio to support the North American market.

2000–2006

CERN Collaboration

Development of radiation-hardened VME64x power supplies for CERN – over 2,000 units deployed, many still in use today.

2008–2013

Integration & Strategic Focus

W-IE-NE-R joins a Swiss electronics group; both companies shift toward rugged and high-reliability computing systems.

2009-

VPX & Advanced Backplanes

Hartmann develops VPX backplanes for defense, research, and critical industrial applications.

2023-

Kontron Acquisition

Both companies acquired by Kontron AG and rebranded under the unified name Kontron Hartmann-Wiener GmbH.

Today & Future Outlook

Operating from Burscheid and Stuttgart, the company focuses on high-reliability solutions for research, railway, defense, and industrial sectors.

Meet the team

Chief Executive Officer

Frank Godulla

"Technology is responsibility. At Kontron Hartmann Wiener, I see it as our duty to lead with clarity and purpose—developing solutions that not only respond to today’s needs, but anticipate tomorrow’s challenges"

Chief Executive Officer

Alexander Bremmert

"What exites me most shaping employee ideas into strategy — and turning ideas into innovation that stand the test of time. Leading that transformation is what drives me every day"

Head of R&D

Daniel Kirschberger

"Research is not about innovation for its own sake—it's about creating meaningful solutions that make the world safer, smarter, and more sustainable. At Kontron, that’s what fuels our development."

Field Sales Director

Jochen Friedrich

"Technology only makes a difference when it reaches the people who need it. I thrive on listening, solving, and bringing projects to life—because great sales is not about noise, it’s about trust."

Deputy Sales Director

Joachim Schmidle

"Working internationally means more than understanding markets—it’s about understanding people. Our product portfolio sets the stage, but it’s trust and dialogue that make the real difference."