Alfred Rexroth is born in Lohr am Main. As the eldest son of an established manufacturing family operating a steel mill, he inherits a deep connection to industry and studies engineering in Nuremberg.

Alfred joins the family business. Together with his brother Ludwig, he transforms the company over the following decades into a globally active international corporation in the hydraulics and metal industry.

Membership in the Anthroposophical Society. This membership profoundly shapes Alfred’s entrepreneurial and personal philosophy, which is later reflected in his business decisions.

During World War II, Otto Leh’s production is relocated from Berlin to Rhinow to avoid strategic bombings.

At the end of World War II, the Rhinow plant is occupied by Soviet troops, leading to profound changes.

Strategic withdrawal from the family business. Alfred Rexroth sells his shares to found companies that align with his ideals of cooperative business models and social responsibility.

Alfred Rexroth takes over the Otto Leh operation in Berlin (West) to expand and modernize production capacities.

Acquisition and new management of Otto Leh company. Under the name “alfred rexroth”, the company establishes itself in Berlin-Marienfelde as an important supplier for the metal processing industry.

Founding of alfred rexroth Metallbearbeitung GmbH. In Veitshöchheim, Bavaria, a new production facility is established, expanding the limited market in West Berlin.

Integration of the Eastern Operation in Brandenburg. Reacquisition of the Rhinow Site After German reunification, the former VEB Blechbearbeitung in Rhinow is reacquired by alfred rexroth Maschinenbau GmbH & Co. KG and integrated into the company network. With the acquisition of the Rhinow site, Rexroth’s market significantly expands. The company grows rapidly and solidifies its position in the enlarged Federal Republic.

Relocation of Alfred Rexroth GmbH & Co. KG to the property Motzener Strasse 25. The expansion of production space and an increase in employee numbers reflect the company’s continuous growth and success.

Introduction of RexGarden. The new brand expands the product range with high-quality outdoor products and underscores Rexroth Rhinow’s innovative strength.

Rexroth Rhinow Today. The company supplies a wide range of products and assemblies to national and international customers and is characterized by innovation and quality.

Merger of the Companies.

July 4, 2022 The merger of alfred rexroth Metallbearbeitung GmbH with Rexroth Rhinow GmbH signals the beginning of a new era with an increased focus on innovative and sustainable developments.

Looking ahead, Rexroth Rhinow GmbH plans its expansion into India by 2035 to be present in emerging international markets. In parallel, the implementation of artificial intelligence is being advanced to further optimize production processes and offer pioneering solutions in metal processing. This strategic step aims not only to strengthen global presence but also to sustainably secure the company’s efficiency and innovative power.