More than 100 years of innovation and customer service
November 2008 - As part of a broad rebranding initiative, Saft Power Systems becomes AEG Power Solutions. Signaling the successful completion of a three-year consolidation and streamlining program, the company unites its range of DC telecom systems and power supplies under the Harmer & Simmons brand.
June 2008 - Saft Power Systems introduces two new members of the Protect family of
central solar inverters – Protect PV 33 and PV 25.
June 2008 - Saft Power Systems introduces the Protect MIP – Modular,
redundant and scalable rectifier system for all industrial applications.
December 2007 - Saft Power Systems introduces the Protect RCS – Reliable
Rectifiers, Chargers and DC Systems for all industrial applications, building on the success of its
popular SPR/TPR range.
December 2006 - Opening of Harmer & Simmons in India.
November 2006 - Saft Power Systems expands its range of temperature-hardened,
embedded power solutions with the SM2000 rectifier and MP60-Series system sub-racks.
June 2006 - Inauguration of first Chinese manufacturing facility, in
Beijing.
July 2005 - Globalizing its strategy and structure, Saft Power Systems
restructures into worldwide business units to offer a global range of solutions and service.
January 2005 - SAFT Power Systems group, the power systems division of Alcatel, is
acquired by Ripplewood Holdings, a respected private equity firm active in the U.S., Asia, Europe
and the Middle East. Bruce Brock and the members of the Brock Group are named as the senior
management team. The Saft Power Systems group consists of units of Saft Power Systems, AEG Power
Supply Systems and Harmer & Simmons.
2002 - Merger of SAFT Power Systems with Alcatel Converters creates a world leader
in power conversion technologies and complete power solutions.
1998 - Acquisition of AEG SVS Power Supply Systems GmbH (Germany). SAFT Power
Systems reinforces its UPS systems product portfolio and position in Germany and Eastern Europe
through the acquisition of the AEG power supply division.
1995 - Acquisition of Harmer + Simmons Ltd (United Kingdom). The acquisition of
one of Britain’s oldest and most respected telecom power supply specialists propels SAFT Power
Systems into a world leader in telecom power systems and switchmode technology.
1995 - AEG PSS introduces first UPS in the world with 100% digital control:
Protect 3.
1993 - Opening of Malaysian manufacturing facility in Penang.
1992 - Creation of Alcatel Converters: Alcatel creates a technology leader in
custom DC/DC and AC/DC converters by consolidating its power conversion activities.
1992 - Acquisition of NIFE Group (Sweden). SAFT Power Systems strengthens its
international presence and widens its product portfolio.
1985 - AEG introduces first Profitec S rectifier with IBGT transistors (single and
three phase).
1981 - Acquisition of RSI (France): SAFT Power Systems expands its telecom power
systems activity.
1972 - Development of first 5/25 switching power supply by AEG
PSS.
1969 - Development of power controllers by AEG PSS.
1965 - Development of three-phase thyristor AC converter by AEG PSS.
1961 - Development of single-phase thyristor AC converter by AEG Power Supply
Systems.
1947 - Establishment of SAFT Power Systems. Leveraging its proven expertise in
battery technology, SAFT expands its product portfolio with a range of innovative battery chargers
and power systems.
1945 - Creation of AEG plant in Warstein-Belecke, Germany with 25
employees.
1927 - Harmer & Simmons establishes in the UK. Initially manufacturing sound
amplifiers, the company soon becomes a telecom power supply expert.
1917 - Establishment of Saft as a battery manufacturer in France.
1887 - Creation of AEG as the German equivalent of General Electric.