Factsheet

Factsheet: weinor at a glance

1960:

Foundation of the weinor workshop in Cologne by Dieter Weiermann. Later developed into the "weinor" brand, "wei" stands for "Weiermann", "nor" for "Norm" (standard).

1978:

The modular awnings system is invented that allows for different types of awnings to be produced.
The first A-K cassette awning is developed, which when closed protects the fabric all round.

1980:

1990:

1991:

Griesser AG, the Swiss market leader for sun protection, acquires a majority holding in weinor.
Thilo Weiermann becomes the new Managing Director of weinor.

1992:

1999:

Market launch of the Opal Lux awning – the first awning with integrated lighting.

2000:

Product launch of the first conservatory warm roof system with integrated sun protection system: WeiTop Comfort with WGM Integral.
R+T trade fair: Innovation award for the conservatory warm top system with integrated sun protection system: WeiTop Comfort with WGM Integral.

2003:

Market launch of the WeiTop Terrazza patio roof and the WGM Sottezza underlay conservatory awning.

2004:

Increased development of sunscreen installations with additional functions. Accessories such as the Tempura heating system and Lux light bar. Awnings become lifestyle products with all-year round function.
Construction and start-up of two high-tech powder coating plants in Cologne and Möckern.

2006:

2007:

Innovative weather protection: the VertiTex vertical sun protection is sun, weather and privacy protection in one.
Market launch of the WeiTop DS sliding skylight as well as the WeiTop DL 185 and DL 460 roof vents.
Foundation of the WiGa expert team together with retailers and partners to improve customer service.

2008:

New "Patio World" marketing strategy: range of full solutions from awnings to patio roofs to conservatories. All products come from one source and are coordinated with each other.
Market launch of Glasoase®.
Expansion of product range by special glazing elements (GE) for customised full solutions for the conservatory and Glasoase^®.
The VertiTex vertical shading receives the red dot design award for high quality design.
weinor is awarded in the Top 100 companies specifically for its outstanding innovation marketing.

2009:

Product launch of the Valance Plus with motor.
Market launch of the product protection sensor WeiTronic Agido-868.
New claim and new logo: "Relax al fresco".
weinor "TopTeam" marketing programme celebrates its 10^th anniversary.
The red dot award: product design in the "Garden" category goes to the weinor Glasoase®.

2010:

Corporate Social Responsibility: weinor founds the Sonnen-Sprosse e.V. association.
TV presenter and graduate engineer for interior design Eva Brenner becomes an ambassador for weinor.
Start of the "Topics that concern us all" series of events for the further training of weinor employees.
Market launch of the w17-c all-glass sliding door.

2011:

CLASSIC side glazing for the Glasoase® is added to by the new LITE and SUPER LITE side glazing.
Award in the TOP 100 companies in the "Top Management Encouraging of Innovation" category.
iF Product Design Award: the Plaza Pro textile patio roof wins in the "Buildings" category.
weinor receives an award as a family-friendly company as part of the "Family-friendly commercial areas in Cologne" from the city of Cologne

2012:

Product launch of the Terrazza Plus, a variation of the Terrazza patio roof.
Market launch of a new generation of awnings with the Zenara cassette awning.
Market launch of PergoTex.
Market launch of the w49-c all-glass rotating and folding door and the w39-c all-glass folding door.
Product launch of the LongLife folding arm.
Polyester WeiTex fabric collection: expanded by eight new Classic patterns.
R+T trade fair: The Zenara is awarded with the special design prize at the Innovation Awards.

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