Our History - A Tradition of Engineering Excellence
Harsh & Hazardous is part of the Hubbell Electrical Systems division. We are comprised of long established and well respected manufacturing companies. Each brand is known as a leader within their respective market. Our reputations are built upon an ongoing commitment to quality and customer service. As such all our brands are ISO 9001:2000 approved and certified to manufacture goods for use in hazardous areas.
As a group, we encourage engineering excellence. We are driven to utilise leading edge technologies and manufacturing techniques to help you fulfil your exacting requirements.
Together, we have grown and continue to grow through strategic acquisition. The timeline shows how we have developed to become Hubbell Harsh & Hazardous. A dedicated group that offers you a complete package of leading products and services for the world's most demanding environments:
- 1985 - Killark acquisition
- 1998 - Chalmit acquired from Whitecroft Lighting
- 1995 - GAI-Tronics
- 2003 - Hawke joins the Hubbell group
- 2005 - Victor Lighting & Transtar acquired from Federal Signal
- 2006 - Austdac is the latest addition to the Harsh & Hazardous group
Hubbell Incorporated
Hubbell Inc. is an international manufacturer of quality electrical and electronic products for a broad range of non-residential and residential construction, industrial and utility applications.
With 2008 revenues of $2.7 billion, Hubbell Incorporated operates manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Italy, Switzerland, Brazil, Australia and the United Kingdom, participates in joint ventures in Taiwan and the People's Republic of China, and maintains sales offices in Singapore, Hong Kong, South Korea, the People's Republic of China, Mexico, and the Middle East. The corporate headquarters is located in Orange, Connecticut, USA.
For further information about the Hubbell group and its operation, please visit www.hubbell.com