In 1997, Trotec was founded and formed through a research branch of Trodat. Since the company history beginnings, we have grown as a world leader and laser manufacturer in the field of laser technology. Trotec proudly develops, manufactures and markets laser machines for marking, cutting and engraving solutions.
We have developed an extensive range of laser and rotary materials, including TroLase, TroPly, TroGlass and laser-safe wood – all specifically designed for laser manufacturing.
We set new and impressive standards, servicing customers in over 90 countries and employing 700+ members of staff across the globe.
At Trotec, we are always expanding, and embracing our international growth. We have an exceptionally strong, international market presence, with 16 sales subsidiaries. 97% of Trotec’s laser manufacturing is exported from our upper Austrian facility.
All members of management and staff are fully qualified, and receive ongoing training by our in-house Trotec Training Academy, keeping everyone up to date with company happenings, changing landscapes and facts & figures. In 2015, turnover exceeded €100million – now that’s impressive!
Trotec Laser HQ
Management
Peter Kratky
CSO Trotec
Andreas Penz
CEO Trotec
Martin Rehling
COO Trotec
Company History
1991 Revolutionary idea as the foundation of Trotec Laser
Klaus Müller was inspired by a trip to the USA to use CO2 lasers to produce text plates precisely and to the highest quality standards. This revolutionary idea was the foundation for the development history of Trotec lasers and the digitalization of the stamping industry. Klaus Müller was the first CEO of Trotec and CEO of Trodat 1983-2002.
1996 Construction of the first Trotec laser
Under the direction of Dr. Andreas Penz, today CEO of Trotec, the first Trotec laser is developed and built in Wels.
1997 Establishment of Trotec Produktions und Vertriebs GmbH
From the corporate division of Trodat GmbH, an independent company is formed.
1999 Speedy
Today, Speedy is synonymous with the most productive laser engraving systems on the market. In 1999, the first member of the product family was developed. Even then, the Trotec developers already focused on the profitability of the laser users.
2000 Speedy Compact
Today the idea of the Speedy Compact, i.e. a compact laser device for beginners, lives on in the Rayjet.
2001 Professional TP1313
Today, as SP1500 the TP1313 is part of the SP Series – the family of products for large-format laser applications Establishment of Trotec Sales and Service Center Germany
2002 Establishment of Trotec Laser Inc. (USA)
2004 Establishment of Trotec Laser BV (Netherlands)
2005 SpeedMarker CL, FineMarker Hybrid
Introduction of the SpeedMarker lays the foundation for today’s family: The modular system and customizable SpeedMark software enable high-volume laser marking. The FineMarker Hybrid continues to enthuse our customers: The devices of the Speedy flexx family have one CO2 and one fiber laser source and allow laser engraving and cutting of a variety of materials Establishment of Trotec Trading Xiamen, China
2006 Establishment of Trotec Laser Canada
establishment of Trotec Laser Japan Co Ltd., Tokyo; establishment of Trotec Laser GmbH, Munich
2007 Establishment of Trotec Laser Russia
establishment of Trotec UK Establishment of Trotec Laser Automation GmbH
2008 Establishment of Trotec Laser AG, Switzerland
establishment of Trotec Laser Australia
2010 Establishment of Trotec France
2013 Relocation into new, CO₂-neutral building
2014 Establishment of Trotec Laser Italia
2015 Acquisition of ILC, change of name from Trotec Produktions- und Vertriebs GmbH to Trotec Laser GmbH
By acquisition of the material manufacturer ILC in 2015, Trotec became a manufacturer of a wide range of laser and engraving materials
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Under the umbrella of TroGroup, Trodat operates globally in the area of stamp production while Trotec operates in lasers. The TroGroup currently (basis for figures: total calendar year 2019) generates a total sales volume of more than € 270 million and has approximately 1963 employees in more than 40 subsidiaries. The group is present in more than 150 countries with total export quota amounts over 98 %.
Both Trodat and Trotec are subsidiaries under the umbrella of TroGroup. Trodat is the world’s largest manufacturer of stamps and Trotec leads the world market in laser manufacturing for engraving, cutting and marking solutions.
TroGroup management: Norbert Schrüfer, CEO Peter Köstler, CFO
TroGroup is a private company 74.9% owned by the family Müller-Just and 25.1% by the owner of the ImWind Group based in Lower-Austria.
Facts & Figures
Purpose of enterprise: Manufacture and sales of CO₂ and fiber laser machines for engraving, marking and cutting various materials.
Company foundation: 1997 in Wels, Austria
Address: Freilingerstr. 99, A-4614 Marchtrenk, Austria
Production Locations:
Marchtrenk, Austria: Production of CO₂ and fiber laser plotters
Markdorf, Germany: Construction of special devices
New Bern, North Carolina, USA: Production of engraving materials
Sales volume in 2019: € 141 mio.
CEOs: Andreas Penz, Martin Rehling, Peter Kratky
Employees: 700
Export quota: 97 % (worldwide)
Offices: United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, South Africa, Germany, Switzerland, France, Netherlands, Poland, Russia, China, Japan, Italy, Spain, India, Mexico
