At home around the world
Discover our international network of expertise
FRIWO stands for a pioneering spirit, innovative strength, German engineering prowess, quick decision-making, and an international network of expertise. With modern development centers, manufacturing facilities and sales locations in Europe, Asia and the US, FRIWO is present in all of the world’s key markets. We employ approx. 1,000 people at our locations around the world.
Modern research and development center
Our headquarters have been located in the heart of Münster, Germany, since 1971. In addition to administration, management and sales, the company headquarters in Ostbevern focuses primarily on research and development.
In Dresden, we have found the ideal conditions for our E-Mobility Development Center at Kraftwerk Mitte. Here, FRIWO develops complex products such as motor control units for electric vehicles, battery packs or highly integrated drive systems, including modern software solutions.
The German FRIWO location is certified according to ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and ISO 14001.
The best of both worlds: German manufacturing expertise and attractive manufacturing conditions
In 2015 FRIWO set up manufacturing facilities in 2015 in Dong Nai, an international industrial park 30km outside of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
The focus of this center of competence for the production of complex chargers and power supply units is on the production of a higher volume. The location in Vietnam brings together manufacturing expertise for flexible production processes and attractive manufacturing conditions in Asia, therefore combining the best of both worlds.
State-of-the-art manufacturing according to European standards
In line with FRIWO’s vision as a quality leader, manufacturing is also carried out in Vietnam according to European standards under German management. This is where we clearly differ from other Asian manufacturing operations: In the state-of-the-art manufacture of ESD flooring, we have invested in nitrogen soldering equipment and automatic testing and inspection systems. Temperature and humidity are fully controlled in the storage and production facilities to the benefit of both the components and our employees.
In our in-house training center, we provide the workforce with education, training, and further development, therefore ensuring the quality of production is consistently high. FRIWO also sets standards in Vietnam with regard to the wellbeing of its employees.
FRIWO Vietnam is certified according to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 13485.
The site comprises the main plant for the production of power supplies and chargers, as well as other plants for the pre-production and storage of raw materials and components.
Plant I
Production of power supplies and chargers – Treadmill production
THT & SMT Assembly + Final assembly
Plant II
Production of power supplies – Production Cells
High-bay warehouse for raw materials
Plant III
Metal punching of aluminium heat sinks
Housing printing (pad printing and laser inscription)
In tune with the times
India is one of the fastest growing electromobility markets in the world. There is no question that FRIWO is represented here as an innovative system provider for power supply and drive technology.
Founded in 2020, our branch there is located in Bengaluru, the heart of India’s high-tech industry. Bengaluru is the capital city of the state of Karnataka. The megacity has over 10 million inhabitants and is also referred to as India’s Silicon Valley.
FRIWO India is certified according to ISO 9001.
Joint venture “UNO MINDA EV SYSTEMS PVT. LTD.” in India
Since October 2022, FRIWO has been operating a joint venture with the Indian technology group UNO MINDA in India to supply the large Indian two- and three-wheeler market with electric drive systems. The activities of the existing FRIWO subsidiary in India were largely transferred to the joint venture. The integration of UNO MINDA’s manufacturing capabilities and distribution channels with FRIWO’s advanced technology has established a supplier in the e-drives sector with excellent opportunities to participate in the projected growth in this sector in India.
FRIWO owns a 49.9 per cent participation in this joint venture.
Separate team for closest proximity to customers
Staying close to our customers – FRIWO also lives up to this guiding principle in China. Some time ago, we established a location in the electronics center in Shenzhen to serve one of the world’s largest markets with our own local team.
However, China is not only of great importance for the industry in terms of sales, but also as a procurement market for components. This is why we have specialists in procurement and quality assurance in procurement at our location there.
FRIWO China is certified according to ISO 9001.
FRIWO focus on Key North American Market and Customers
Our North American FRIWO office and team supports all customers and sales partners in North America from our American location.
Key markets and customers using FRIWO strengths and solutions for Medical, Power Tool, E-Mobility, Consumer and Industrial applications. FRIWO continues to invest, expand and grow to support the important and growing markets of the US, Canada, and Mexico with local support and service.
