HECHT. We care.
Our philosophy
Take a look at our roots, the people and the commitment with which we have always assumed responsibility - beyond economic success.
Strong leadership with clear values
Executive Board and Management"I am proud to be able to manage the operations of a successful company and to steer it into the future together with a strong team."
- Markus Behringer, Managing Director of HECHT Technologie GmbH
As Managing Director, Markus Behringer is responsible for the strategic and organisational direction of the company. Together with Jan Hecht, Partner and Managing Director in the second generation, he is the head of HECHT Technologie. The management is supported by an experienced management team that brings the company's values to life every day.
The focus is on a modern, informal working environment and practised values such as trust, personal responsibility and open communication. Under the guiding principle WE CARE, HECHT focuses on short decision-making processes, active participation and personal development - towards employees, customers and partners alike. These principles make HECHT Technologie a partner that focusses on team spirit and innovative spirit.
Our milestones
The HECHT company history at a glance
In 1978, Günther Hecht welded together the first prototypes in his Munich flat. Back then, the trained mechanical fitter and graduate millwright founded the company "HECHT Anlagenbau" as a one-man business. Today, around 150 specialists in Pfaffenhofen develop systems that are used by over 1000 food, pharmaceutical and chemical companies in more than 50 countries.
1978
Foundation of the company "HECHT Anlagenbau" as a one-man business by the trained mechanical engineer and studied mill construction technician Günther Hecht in Munich
1980
More space is needed, so the family moves to Pfaffenhofen - HECHT Anlagenbau is growing.
1985 - 87
The first big bag filling and emptying station is developed and the first engineer is permanently employed. The company also rents external premises in Raiffeisenstraße in Pfaffenhofen.
1997
HECHT Anlagenbau lands its first major order worth several million DM and moves into the new building on Schirmbeckstraße. The company already has 20 employees.
2003
The ProClean product range is presented. ProClean is the registered quality mark for customised solutions for high-quality tasks in terms of quality, hygiene and safety.
2008
The company is renamed HECHT Technologie GmbH because the word "technology", unlike "plant engineering", is understandable in all languages. The company now generates more than half of its turnover in other European countries, the USA and Asia.
2010
Market launch of the ProClean Conveyor PCC pneumatic conveyor.
2012 - 17
Jan Hecht, son of the company founder and industrial engineer specialising in mechanical engineering, joined the company, worked in all departments and later took over the management of the company. After the death of his father Günther Hecht, he continued to run HECHT Technologie on his own.
2020
The Technical Service Centre in Pörnbach is completed. HECHT Technologie now employs 120 people.
2024
Foundation of the subsidiary "Hecht Technology Inc." in the USA.
2025
Markus Behringer takes over the operational management.
Our long-standing partner "Plant Partner" in the Netherlands changes its name to "Hecht Technology B.V.".
HECHT Social Days
As a Pfaffenhofen-based company, the entire region is close to our hearts. Our social projects are an expression of the HECHT philosophy: taking responsibility and making a tangible difference! Together, we want to support and relieve charitable organisations with our energy, time and skills.
Ilm Island
Our Hechte were at work on A.p.e. e.V.'s Ilminsel to clean up the damage caused by the summer floods. The large Indian tipi, which was completely dirty, was thoroughly cleaned and now shines in new splendour. The toilet block, which was inhabited by ants and covered in mud, was also cleared and the walls relined with wood. In addition to the cleaning, paths were cleared, overgrowth removed and the meadow mowed.
Eulenthal riding centre
Together with the Herzenswünsche e.V. association, we organised a magical summer party for seriously ill children and their families. At Beate Eckmann's beautiful Eulenthal riding centre in Gerolsbach, the children were able to get to know the horses, groom them and enjoy a ride. It was a day full of laughter and happiness!
St Franziskus retirement home
We organised a special trip to the farm for the senior citizens of St. Franziskus. There was great joy when the bus pulled up outside the care home and picked up our ten residents and their carers. The visit to the Haasnhof farm in Eckersberg offered exciting insights into the world of animals and nature. After an informative tour, we were treated to a delicious stew and home-baked bread.
Regens Wagner
Together with Regens Wagner's Open Aids, the group travelled to Poing Wildlife Park in summery temperatures. A group of nine adults with mental and physical disabilities had the opportunity to experience the animals up close and enjoy an impressive bird of prey show. Our dedicated Hechte, Verena and Stefan, provided active support on site. Manfred was also on site as a volunteer from Regens Wagner.
Caritas
Caritas in Pfaffenhofen had two wishes for their garden: a mobile barefoot path and a children's mud kitchen. Ruth and Sebastian realised these wishes with creative dedication. Our Hechte were supported by Caritas residents who were able to contribute their manual skills. Together they sawed, assembled and painted. Once the paint had dried, the barefoot path was filled and the mud kitchen was equipped.
Pfaffenhofen Animal Sanctuary
With concentrated Hecht-Power we lent a hand at the Pfaffenhofen animal shelter. Within one day, we were able to fill three containers with bulky waste, which means that the staff now have a small meeting area again. We also cleared weeds from the outdoor areas and dog runs and trimmed bushes and trees. As an additional contribution, we supported the animal shelter with a €500 donation.
Family house "Alte Mühle"
Raised beds, mud kitchen & garden design - Christa, Heide, Florian and Steven have shown what team spirit means and have really put in a lot of effort! In just one day, they created two fantastic raised beds from pallets and a mud kitchen for the children at the "Alte Mühle" family home. The garden was also cleared of wild growth.
St Franziskus retirement home
With the help of Christina, Jessica, Angie and Alex, the residents of the St. Franziskus retirement home immersed themselves in the world of window colour painting. Together they selected motifs and enthusiastically transferred them to the window pictures. The result? A sea of colourful pictures that will now beautify the rooms of the senior citizens and bring joy to their hearts.
St Franziskus retirement home
Just before Halloween, we wielded our paintbrushes and brought out our artistic streak together with the senior citizens of St Franziskus. The joy of the varied morning was palpable. The end result was great, individual pumpkins and therefore a nice souvenir and a little autumn decoration for the room. What was particularly nice was the relaxed atmosphere and the fact that we had time to get to know each other.
Familia social facilities
Together with nine residents of the Familia social facilities, which serves as a residential and care centre for adults with mental illness, we built a stylish insect house to mark World Bee Day on 20 May! After a lot of manual preparation, we sawed, screwed and crafted as part of an occupational therapy programme and gradually created the little house.
A.p.e. e.V.
At A.p.e. e.V., 5 hard-working Hechte were once again on site and spruced up the little house a little more. We once again tamed the "wild" garden, pulled weeds, laid skirting boards in one room, cleaned windows and generally tidied up, removed bulky rubbish, sanded and impregnated a chimney bench and carried out many other small jobs.
St Franziskus retirement home
Last week, we had the pleasure of spending a great morning with the residents of the St Franziskus retirement home. After a tour of the city market, we went for a walk in the Bürgerpark. There we had a picnic in the shade with sweet and savoury snacks and refreshing drinks. It was great again!
