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 International 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
2017
Lisa Beebe, 4th generation, named President
2020
Celebrating 100 years in business
The Evolution of Hansen International
