Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Since 1978
HELU Group, formerly Helukabel, manufactures industrial cables, wires, and connection technology for automotive, renewable energy, and industrial sectors. Founded in 1978 and based in Hemmingen, Germany, the company employs 1,000–5,000 staff across 76 locations in 43 countries with estimated annual revenue of €1.1 billion. It maintains over 33,000 stock items and supplies customized cable solutions; in 2025 it opened a manufacturing facility expansion in West Dundee, Illinois.
Helukabel at a glance
Revenue
$1-5B
Est. band
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
1978
Certifications
ISO 14001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
426
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Appliance
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
426
Named foreign suppliers
22
Top origins
Germany · China · Italy · Hong Kong S.A.R.
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Helukabel.
What this tells a buyer
Customs records show 426 shipments with primary sourcing from China, Germany, Italy, and multiple other countries, reflecting global supply chain operations across nine origin nations.
The company offers assembly, rubber extrusion, and specialized cable products; holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 50001 certifications.
A private family business with 2,500 employees, it serves industries including wind energy, solar power, industrial automation, and mechanical engineering across 43 countries.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
48 years in operation (founded 1978).
426 US import shipments on record.
Holds ISO 14001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
HELU Group, formerly Helukabel, manufactures industrial cables, wires, and connection technology for automotive, renewable energy, and industrial sectors. Founded in 1978 and based in Hemmingen, Germany, the company employs 1,000–5,000 staff across 76 locations in 43 countries with estimated annual revenue of €1.1 billion. It maintains over 33,000 stock items and supplies customized cable solutions; in 2025 it opened a manufacturing facility expansion in West Dundee, Illinois.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1978 |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | $1-5B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | ISO 14001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 |
What Helukabel makes
The company offers assembly, rubber extrusion, and specialized cable products; holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 50001 certifications.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Assembly, Rubber, Extrusion (source: helu.com).
Certifications
Helukabel is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
Trade and customs footprint
Customs records show 426 shipments with primary sourcing from China, Germany, Italy, and multiple other countries, reflecting global supply chain operations across nine origin nations. US customs bill-of-lading records list 426 inbound shipments across 22 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Germany · China · Italy · Hong Kong S.A.R..
Latest developments
2026-05-28 — Grand Opening in Switzerland | HELU (helu.com)
2026-01-21 — BHS Corrugated setzt auf Verbindungslösungen von Helukabel (Helu Austria) in Kabel und Leitungen - Automation.at (automation.at)
2025-10-24 — Siemens Energy Global Strategic Partner | HELU (helu.com)
2025-09-24 — Neuer Automatikspuler für Windsbach | HELU (helu.com)
2025-07-09 — Keeley Construction breaks ground on manufacturing expansion for HELUKABEL USA in West Dundee | Keeley (keeley.com)
2025-05-27 — EKD & Sangel werden zu HELU Connectivity Solutions | HELU (helu.com)
Facilities
Public sources reference the following locations:
West Dundee, Illinois — keeley.com
Changzhou, China — helu.com
Company details
A private family business with 2,500 employees, it serves industries including wind energy, solar power, industrial automation, and mechanical engineering across 43 countries. Helukabel was founded in 1978, and has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 48 years in operation (founded 1978). 426 US import shipments on record. Holds ISO 14001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Helukabel make?
HELU Group, formerly Helukabel, manufactures industrial cables, wires, and connection technology for automotive, renewable energy, and industrial sectors. Founded in 1978 and based in Hemmingen, Germany, the company employs 1,000–5,000 staff across 76 locations in 43 countries with estimated annual revenue of €1.1 billion. It maintains over 33,000 stock items and supplies customized cable solutions; in 2025 it opened a manufacturing facility expansion in West Dundee, Illinois.
When was Helukabel founded?
Helukabel was founded in 1978.
How big is Helukabel?
Helukabel has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the $1-5B range (estimated).
What certifications does Helukabel hold?
Helukabel lists ISO 14001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Helukabel import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 426 inbound shipments for Helukabel, with top origins including Germany · China · Italy · Hong Kong S.A.R..
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Location & contact
Phone
'+49 793 05118
Certification
ISO 14001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001
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