In the heart of Freiburg’s Mooswald district, a unique monument stands as a testament to innovation and resilience. The Hüttinger-Denkmal, a stele, tells the story of a company that rose from humble beginnings to become a global leader. The inscription on the Hüttinger-Denkmal summarizes the company’s journey. Fritz Hüttinger founded the company in 1922, initially producing electrical apparatus. A shift in focus in 1926 saw them specializing in equipment for surgery and therapy. Tragedy struck on November 27, 1944, when their factory on Elsässer Straße 8 was destroyed during World War II. Undeterred, Hüttinger rebuilt between 1946 and 1949. The company entered a new era in 1950, commencing series production of medium and high-frequency generators. These generators found a unique application starting in 1984, powering Trumpf lasers. This partnership culminated in 1990 when Hüttinger joined the Trumpf Group. Continued growth necessitated a move to new production and office spaces in the Haid industrial area in 2006. The final transformation came in 2013, with the company rebranding as Trumpf-Hüttinger, marking its global presence. The Hüttinger-Denkmal serves as a powerful reminder of the company’s enduring spirit, its ability to adapt and innovate, and its contribution to the technological advancements of laser technology.
Shift Sculpture
Wischnewski’s Shift invites you to engage. Take a moment to walk around it. Observe it from different positions. Let your