About
Over 100 Years of Experience
Hansen International, Inc. is a high focused engineering, manufacturing, and global sourcing company of commercial and industrial vehicle hardware and trim systems. Since 1920, Hansen has provided reliable product solutions while continuously improving and innovating for customers. The tradition of quality, customer service, and growth continues today.
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1879
A.L. "Auggie" Hansen born in Copenhagen

1887
Immigrated to the USA (Chicago, IL) with his family

1890
Augie Hansen, at age 11, was awarded his first patent.

1914
Auggie L. Hansen worked with Thomas Edison in Washington during WWI

1920
Augie Hansen credited.

1932
Chicago Tribune heralds Auggie as one of the business leaders defeating the Great Depression by "inventing new business"
The original Ravenswood Ave. plant still stands today as condominiums

1933
Hansen Automotive One Hand Tacker and Stapler on display at the Made-in-Chicago Museum

1993
Hansen International acquired Salem Visor and established South Carolina Headquarters.

2003
All manufacturing facilities consolidated into one location in Lexington SC

2013
Salem Vent acquired

2017
Lisa Beebe, 4th generation, named President

2020
Celebrating 100 years in business