About Sauter GmbH

Since its foundation in 1972, Sauter GmbH has been one of the leading suppliers in the field of automation technology. As an experienced control system supplier, we have made it our mission to offer our customers in the concrete industry comprehensive solutions. Our service portfolio ranges from planning and software development to complete installation. We offer all services from a single competent source.

We are proud that many well-known companies around the world rely on our expertise and our products. With a clear focus on the needs of our customers and the highest quality standards, we have established ourselves as one of the leading manufacturers of control systems in the mixing and dosing industry. Control systems from our company are already in use in numerous countries.

Over the past five decades, we have manufactured machine and system controls using conventional technology, PLC, BUS and proven PC technology. Individuality for our customers is a matter of course for us. Our products are adapted precisely to the specific requirements of our customers.

Thanks to our many years of expertise and in-depth analysis of the respective requirements, we can offer customized solutions. The use of Sauter control systems enables our customers to concentrate fully on their core business. With our complete solutions, which are always equipped with the right level of technical progress, we make a decisive contribution to a secure future.

Competence and experience write a 50-year success story

1972

Foundation

Founding of Sauter & Sehn GbR

On June 5, 1972, the company founder Kurt Sauter, together with Mr. Georg Sehn, begins in a garage workshop with the production of controls that are completely geared to the needs of the customers and are characterized by a simple and economical functioning. Right from the start all developed solutions were made with the current state of technology whereby Sauter control units set standards for the future.

1980

relocation

New business premises

As the company continued to grow, it moved from Klettgau-Geißlingen to rented business premises in Wutöschingen.

1980

Computer

Computer technology arrives

With the involvement of computer technology and the establishment of its own software department, intelligent systems for a wide variety of industrial applications could now also be produced and supplied from 1980 onwards. Consistently aligned to the interests of the customers, the hardware and associated software were developed in-house itself.

1982

Jubilee

Anniversary 10 years

Thanks to the pioneering further development of its own hardware and software, Sauter GmbH was able to celebrate its 10th anniversary in July 1982.

1985

Retirement

Well-deserved retirement

On 31.12.1985, Mr. Georg Sehn took his well-deserved retirement.

1986

Owner

Sole owner

From 01.01.1986 Sauter & Sehn GbR was managed by Kurt Sauter as sole owner.

1989

Renaming

Renaming and change of leadership

Dipl.-Ing. Werner Schmid is appointed as a further managing director in 1989. At the same time, the company is renamed Sauter + Schmid GmbH. The business of the GmbH is now managed by Kurt Sauter and Dipl.-Ing. Werner Schmid.

1989

Partner

Integration of other shareholders

In 1989, the two sons Gerhard and Detlef Sauter joined the company as additional partners.

1991

relocation

Relocation to a new company building

The company grew in line with increasing customer demand and so in May 1991, the company moved into its new premises.
The newly created business premises provided space for the growing workforce. In response to the constant changes in technology and customer requirements Both , we have developed our range of services.

1997

Jubilee

Anniversary 25 years

Sauter + Schmid GmbH celebrates its 25th birthday in July 1997. The company can look back on successful years of continuous growth. Founded in 1972 by Kurt Sauter and Georg Sehn, the company is today an established provider of innovative products and solutions in the concrete industry. Behind our success are our employees, who drive the company forward with their in-depth industry knowledge and personal commitment.

1997

Sauter GmbH

Name change and change of leadership

Mr. Dipl.-Ing. Werner Schmid leaves the former Sauter + Schmidt GmbH on 01.10.1997. At the same time, the company is renamed Sauter GmbH. Kurt Sauter, Detlef Sauter and Gerhard Sauter form the new management generation from October 1997.

2000

Surrender

Handover and change of leadership

After many successful years, Kurt Sauter stepped back from an active role in the business in 2000. Before that, however, he handed over the company business to his two sons Detlef and Gerhard Sauter.

2017

Growth

healthy growth

Die Sauter GmbH hat viel Zeit darauf verwandt, aber auch viel Glück dabei gehabt, die wichtigsten Positionen mit guten Mitarbeitern zu besetzen.
Anfang 2017 wurde den beiden Mitarbeitern Tobias Schmidt und Christian Weidner Prokura erteilt. Somit wird ein weiteres gesundes Wachstum in den nächsten Jahren gewährleistet und sichert somit den beschäftigten Mitarbeitern den Arbeitsplatz.
Wir sind der Meinung, dass gute Mitarbeiter einen wichtigen Beitrag zum Erfolg einer Firma leisten.

2018

Mourning

Sauter GmbH mourns the loss of Georg Sehn

On 30.06.2018 the company founder and former owner Georg Sehn dies at the age of 93. Sauter GmbH is deeply saddened to say goodbye to the company's defining personality.

2021

New generation

New generation of leaders

On the basis of the strategic orientation of the company and with regard to the targeted continuation of the company, Sauter GmbH is taking a big step towards the future. The former Sauter GmbH handed over all current and future business to the newly founded Sauter GmbH on June 1, 2021. Significant changes are that the previous management team, the two managing partners and owners Detlef and Gerhard Sauter, will welcome two new partners, Tobias Schmidt and Christian Weidner. In the future, the newly founded Sauter GmbH will consist of four managing partners and owners with equal rights.

2022

Jubilee

Anniversary 50 years

In 2022, Sauter GmbH will celebrate its 50th anniversary.
Tobias Schmidt, Christian Weidner, Detlef and Gerhard Sauter look back fondly on the successful years: “It is impressive to see the dynamism with which Sauter GmbH has developed and optimized from a small company to one of the leading companies in the industry”.
The long-standing success is based to a large extent on the commitment and team spirit of the Sauter GmbH employees.

2024

Expansion

The business model is developing well

The decision has been made and a new site extension is to be built. Sauter GmbH's production requires higher capacities and the company will be expanding its premises.

2024

Mourning

Sauter GmbH mourns the death of Kurt Sauter

Sauter GmbH mourns the loss of its company founder and former owner Kurt Werner Sauter. He died on November 17, 2024, at the age of 82, surrounded by his family. It is with deep sadness that we say goodbye to our founding father and the formative personality of our company.