Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Herzogenaurach, Bavaria
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Since 1986
ProLeiT is a process control and automation company headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Bavaria, Germany, founded in 1986. It employs roughly 200 to 500 people and has an estimated revenue band of $50 to $100 million. The company develops Manufacturing Execution Systems and PLC-based process control software, serving the food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and chemical industries. Since August 2020 it has operated as a division of Schneider Electric. ProLeiT marked 40 years of operation in 2026 and presented its latest software generation at BrauBeviale 2026.
ProLeiT at a glance
Revenue
$50-100M
Est. band
Employees
200-500
Founded
1986
Headquarters
Herzogenaurach, Bavaria
Certifications
ISO 9001
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Medical
Plumbing & Hardware
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
40 years in operation (founded 1986).
Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
ProLeiT is a process control and automation company headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Bavaria, Germany, founded in 1986. It employs roughly 200 to 500 people and has an estimated revenue band of $50 to $100 million. The company develops Manufacturing Execution Systems and PLC-based process control software, serving the food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and chemical industries. Since August 2020 it has operated as a division of Schneider Electric. ProLeiT marked 40 years of operation in 2026 and presented its latest software generation at BrauBeviale 2026.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1986 |
Headquarters | Herzogenaurach, Bavaria |
Employees | 200-500 |
Revenue | $50-100M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | ISO 9001 |
What ProLeiT makes
The company holds ISO 9001 certification and offers integrated control systems, including the Plant iT PLC-based process control system and the brewmaxx system for breweries and beverage production.
Certifications
ProLeiT is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 9001 — proleit.com
Latest developments
2026-09-10 — ProLeiT to celebrate 40 years of innovation at BrauBeviale and unveil its latest software generation (proleit.es)
2026-09-10 — Newsroom ProLeiT Group (proleit.com)
2026-08-27 — ProLeiT at BrauBeviale 2026: Smart automation for the brewery of the future (proleit.nl)
2026-04-30 — ProLeiT Partner Days: Two Days of Exchange That Make a Difference (proleit.com)
2026-04-27 — Successful Showing at Hannover Messe 2026: Experience Connected F&B Production Firsthand (proleit.com)
2026-02-13 — Dr. Axel Kather appointed new CEO of ProLeiT and Vice President Industrial Automation at Schneider Electric (proleit.com)
Company details
ProLeiT has been a division of Schneider Electric since August 2020 and reports operating ten locations worldwide. ProLeiT was founded in 1986, has an estimated 200-500 employees, and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Bavaria. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 40 years in operation (founded 1986). Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does ProLeiT make?
ProLeiT is a process control and automation company headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Bavaria, Germany, founded in 1986. It employs roughly 200 to 500 people and has an estimated revenue band of $50 to $100 million. The company develops Manufacturing Execution Systems and PLC-based process control software, serving the food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and chemical industries. Since August 2020 it has operated as a division of Schneider Electric. ProLeiT marked 40 years of operation in 2026 and presented its latest software generation at BrauBeviale 2026.
Where is ProLeiT headquartered?
ProLeiT is headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Bavaria.
When was ProLeiT founded?
ProLeiT was founded in 1986.
How big is ProLeiT?
ProLeiT has an estimated 200-500 employees, with revenue in the $50-100M range (estimated).
What certifications does ProLeiT hold?
ProLeiT lists ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
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