About IGH Automation
The IGH portfolio ranges from the key-ready realisation and modernisation of test stands through to future-orientated digitisation.
Our clients repeatedly emphasise how well supported by our technical experts they feel.
Every Test has a History
We have earned this positive testimony through an appreciative, committed and reliable style of cooperation. In every project we uncompromisingly orientate ourselves to the goals of our customers in order to create perfect solutions. Because striving for 100% results is in our blood - we love exciting tasks, like challenges and are persistent in solving problems.
1985
The school friends Horst Gattner and Ludwig Hoppe jointly found Ingenieursgemeinschaft
Gattner und Hoppe in the Westphalian city of Münster.


Up to 1994
IGH makes a name for itself in special machine construction, production and logistics
with the global implementation of networked automation solutions.
1995
The first configurable cab test stand for agricultural machines is delivered.


1998
IGH adds products for special purpose vehicle construction to its portfolio.
2008
The first solutions for testing railway vehicles are realised.


2010
IGH extends its line of business with the web applications for operator guidance and fault management.
2013
The move to the Ilmenau technology site ensures optimum future prospects for IGH Automation GmbH. At the same time, proximity to Ilmenau technical university facilitates ongoing cooperation in research and development.


2015
New solutions are presented for local transport and railway vehicles.
2017
IGH Automation GmbH adds innovative web applications to its product range in the form
of the modules "information system", "rework“ and "report".
