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HB takes over I.B.V. product range

Jul 25, 2025
  • Perfect addition to the HB portfolio
  • Signal for further sustainable growth
  • Strategic expansion of the market position

With effect from September 1st, 2025, HB Protective Wear is taking over in line with an asset deal the entire product portfolio of I.B.V. GmbH based in the south of Munich. With this strategically valuable acquisition, HB is expanding its range of cold protection products and also significantly strengthening its market position. The company is thus consistently continuing the successful course in the cold protection market segment through planned growth, started in 2016 with the TEMPEX® asset deal.

"We are delighted that we have successfully prevailed and awarded the contract, as I.B.V.'s product range and customer portfolio do perfectly match with ours. We are convinced that the high-quality products of this experienced manufacturer are an ideal addition to our portfolio, and we would like to thank I.B.V. for placing their trust in us to continue their business," says Klaus Berthold, owner of HB Protective Wear.

 

“Product quality and customer satisfaction are our top priorities. That's why the solid and rich in tradition company I.B.V. perfectly matches with our strategic focus as a sophisticated and diversified PPE manufacturer," adds Sven Holst, COO HB Protective Wear.

 

I.B.V. Managing Director Eveline Müller is also pleased with the conclusion of the negotiations and the sale to HB: "I am happy and relieved that the company has been taken over by a family business like ours and will be continued in my spirit. Because HB Protective Wear attaches just as much importance to quality as we do, and that gives me the good feeling that our products are passing into good hands," says, delighted, Eveline Müller.

 

HB Protective Wear: We have PPE in our DNA.

Since 1952, we have been developing and manufacturing high-quality PPE solutions that protect people from specific hazards in the workplace. We are the only manufacturer in Germany that exclusively produces protective clothing since more than 70 years. An exemplary level of conformance to standards and highly specialised material know-how ensure that our products will stand up most stringent requirements. A first-class workmanship and outstanding quality right down to the last detail characterise our garments. Qualified employees with passion for PPE and strong customer focus make us Germany's leading manufacturer of protective clothing. That is why we stay true to our brand promise „be safe. we care.“

 

 

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