1785
The foundation of our corporate group is laid. The WITTE Needle Factory starts up on a regional level with great success and by 1879 already produces and sells two million needles a day worldwide. 

1894
The production is expanded. The first stamping plant is set up, initially for belt pulleys, then for wagon parts and finally for the automotive industry. 

1950
The needle production is replaced by the manufacture of screwdrivers.

1984
The expansion of KIRCHHOFF Automotive begins with the acquisition of M. Kutsch in Attendorn, Germany.

1994
The waste disposal and environmental vehicle sector of FAUN taken over by the KIRCHHOFF Group. Today, FAUN has seven plants located in six countries.

2006
Acquisition of the company REHA GROUP AUTOMOTIVE. A specialist in the modification of passenger cars to the individual requirements of people who are constricted in their mobility.

2010
After the integration of the North American company Van Rob the KIRCHHOFF Group now produces now with 39 plants in 13 countries.

Future
The leadership of the group through Dr. Jochen F. Kirchhoff and his sons Arndt G., Dr. Johannes F. and J. Wolfgang Kirchhoff guarantees its successful development in the sense of the 225 years old tradition.