Thomas-Krenn.AG und EXTRA Computer GmbH

Achieving more together

Thomas-Krenn.AG and EXTRA Computer GmbH are becoming partner companies

Thomas-Krenn.AG and EXTRA Computer GmbH are joining forces. This makes them one of the largest independent manufacturers of server, storage and industrial systems in Germany. The two companies will remain partner companies with all workplaces, locations and products, as there will be no merger.

Here is the most important information on the move.
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Thomas-Krenn.AG and EXTRA Computer GmbH – These are the facts and figures

 

Thomas-Krenn AG  

EXTRA Computer GmbH  

Location:

Freyung

Giengen an der Brenz

Founded:

2002

1989

Product portfolio:

Customized server and storage configurations, OEM/ODM, industrial solutions

PCs, notebooks, servers, tablet PCs, industrial PCs, cloud and much more.

Customers:

Industry, system houses, service providers and medium-sized companies in all sectors

Specialist retailers, system houses and resellers

Employees

200

180

Own brands provide great flexibility

Thomas-Krenn.AG and EXTRA Computer GmbH offer individual solutions for nearly every application with their own brands. From inexpensive, immediately available series PCs or individualized server configurations to complex systems assembled in a manufactory according to customer requirements or even Systems Engineering-orders, where hardware, software, branding, services and even logistics are tailored to the customer's requirement, there are countless possibilities.

 

Full-range supplier in the field of IT hardware "made in Germany"

The combination of Thomas-Krenn.AG and EXTRA Computer GmbH is transforming the company into a full service provider in the field of IT hardware. The range extends from traditional PCs and panel computers for industry to individual server and storage configurations – and all of it is "Made in Germany". With this move, the partner companies will increase their cumulative revenue to EUR 120 million while strengthening Germany's reputation in the world of IT.

exone

Reliable IT systems optimized for professional business environments.

Pokini

Extremely robust hardware – perfect for the most demanding applications.

Calmo

Durable hardware for industrial applications – developed in Germany.

Thomas-Krenn

Custom solutions: High-end server and storage systems assembled by Thomas-Krenn specialists according to customer requirements

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Customized systems:Hardware, software, branding and manufacturing are individually adapted to the customers wishes

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Benefits for customers:
  • More know-how by combining the expertise of two companies: New, even more precisely tailored consultations, system offerings and solutions can now be offered from a single source  
  • Larger product and solution portfolio
  • Product availability is ensured despite worldwide supply bottlenecks
  • Service and support remain fully intact
Benefits for employees:
  • Strong employer: Not only will all existing jobs be preserved, but the two partner companies will continue to invest and expand
  • IT reputation is being further enhanced: Secure jobs, skilled workers stay in the region
  • Personal development into IT experts through exchange of know-how
Benefits for the regions: 
  • The regional economy is bolstered and further expanded 
  • Independence from international suppliers strengthens the region 
  • Branches of Thomas-Krenn.AG in Frankfurt am Main and Tübingen and of EXTRA Computer GmbH in Düsseldorf, Koblenz and Berlin will also be retained
  • Creation of new jobs
Reactions from the management
Christoph Maier, Thomas-Krenn: 

With the larger staff behind us, we will be able to invest in the future portfolio and expand in the market. We expect this to provide us with a whole range of advantages: We will learn from each other, broaden our expertise and product range, and strengthen Germany's IT reputation while reducing our dependence on the international market.

Ralf Hohmann, Thomas-Krenn: 

By merging Thomas-Krenn.AG with EXTRA Computer GmbH, we are not only increasing our expertise, but also expanding our product portfolio. This enables us to offer a fully comprehensive range of IT hardware made in Germany."

Heinz Fetzer, EXTRA Computer: 

Two down-to-earth companies are joining forces to transfer their strengths and continue growing together. The partnership creates a unique constellation of great employees, excellent products, loyal customers and long-term partners. This secures the continued existence and expansion of both companies in the long term.

Wolfgang Fetzer, EXTRA Computer: 

Both companies have built up enormous expertise in their respective areas of activity, which can now be shared. This will strengthen the sites in Freyung and Giengen and build on our 33 years of success. The new constellation offers tremendous potential for our employees as well as our customers.

FAQs 

We are receiving many questions about the combination from both internal and external sources. Time will supply many answers, but we can answer some of the others here:

The usual service, consulting and support remains intact. However, customers will benefit from an expanded product range and broader expertise.
Nothing will change for the channel partners of the two companies. Partnerships will continue as before.
Yes, Thomas-Krenn's site expansion in Freyung is already running at full speed and will continue as planned .
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