About Us

Rennsteig Tools, Inc. is the North American Sales and Marketing Organization of Rennsteig Werkzeuge, Germany. As a US and German manufacturer, Rennsteig designs and manufactures state of the art crimping, cutting, and stripping tools.

Rennsteig Tools, Inc. is based in Camarillo, CA. From this location we support all our North American markets with a professional sales, marketing and administrative staff.

The expertise of our Team is as critical to our success as the effectiveness of our products and solutions.
Leveraging decades of experience, we closely collaborate with our customers to develop customized solutions and premium-quality crimping tools. We offer prototype development for small production runs and tailored special solutions. Thousands of satisfied customers already trust the reliability of our products, which are exclusively designed and manufactured in the USA and Germany.

 

  January 2006

Rennsteig Werkzeuge established RENNSTEIG TOOLS, INC. with a sales office in Hudson, Ohio to better serve the North American market (including Canada and Mexico). From this location, the company provides precision tools that conform to USCAR 21 and other North American specifications and standards. RENNSTEIG TOOLS, INC. supplies distributors, dealers, OEMs, secondary suppliers, and individuals across various industries.

  November 2009

RENNSTEIG TOOLS, INC. emphasized its commitment to the US market with the opening of a new warehouse in Somerdale, NJ.

  August 2010

RENNSTEIG TOOLS, INC. moved from Hudson, OH to a new sales office in Rutherford, NJ.

  October 2013

RENNSTEIG TOOLS, INC. opened a new technical office in Texas.

  June 2015

RENNSTEIG TOOLS, INC. opened a service point in Illinois.

  July 2016

RENNSTEIG TOOLS, INC. moved from Rutherford, NJ to Hackensack, NJ.

  March 2021

RENNSTEIG TOOLS, INC. has acquired the Pico Tools Corporation.

  June 2021

RENNSTEIG TOOLS, INC. moved to a new building.

  May 2024

RENNSTEIG TOOLS, INC. integrated the NJ warehouse into the CA location.

 

Rennsteig Werkzeuge GmbH - Headquarter

RENNSTEIG WERKZEUGE GMBH
Located in the German community of Viernau, Rennsteig Werkzeuge GmbH derives its name from the famous Rennsteig hiking trail, which runs through the beautiful Thuringian Forest. The Rennsteig hiking trail is hailed as one of Germany's most popular tourist attractions as well as a hiker’s dream. The hiking trail offers magnificent views and a wide variety of spectacular year-round recreation. Just as the Rennsteig hiking trail has enjoyed worldwide appreciation in its own right, Rennsteig Werkzeuge is gaining global attention for its tools. Watch the Rennsteig Video.

TUV - Certificate

DIN ISO 9001

Our company has the independent product design and development capabilities, a powerful technical support system and comprehensive quality control system, which guarantees our customers highest standards. We have obtained the DIN ISO 9001 certification which represents the worldwide authority of quality control and quality management. The successful implementation of these standards is based upon the overwhelming support of our customers.

Authorised Economic Operator (AEO-C)

Since 2012 Rennsteig is an Autorized Economic Operator (AEO-C). Click here to get more information about AEO.

Rennsteig is a leading manufacturer of high-quality, user friendly and ergonomic hand tools for professional users. These tools are regularly presented at the leading international tool shows, and we enjoy an excellent reputation with knowledgeable professionals.
Rennsteig Tools Inc. supplies distributors, OEMs, secondary suppliers, private label customers, and individuals across various industries like:

  • Automotive / Industrial machinery
  • Aerospace
  • Solar Energy
  • Industrial Installations
  • Construction Industry

and wherever electrical connections need to be reliable, durable, and fast. We also design and manufacture special tools for applications with optical fiber.
Rennsteig Tools, Inc. is known for going the extra mile in serving our customers throughout the United States and North America.
Since 1959, RENNSTEIG has been manufacturing tools to the highest standards anywhere. Our top of the line tools are designed for maximum performance, ease of use and long life. In addition to our standard product line, we offer custom design tooling especially for OEM’s. We understand the importance of delivering the highest quality product on time and within budget. We have the knowledge, skill and capacity to meet any customer specifications, and we are specialized in fulfilling customer demands.

At Rennsteig Tools, we believe that our employees are the foundation of our company and are what sets us apart from the competition.

Name

Sascha Zmiskol

Position President
Employed since 2010
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Name

Mirko Reffke

Position Vice President
Employed since 2007
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Name

Feven Mekonen

Position Customer Service Manager - Rennsteig Tools Items
Employed since 2010
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Name

Peter Evans

Position Production Manager
Employed since 2021
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Name

Sala Icsman

Position Front Desk / Customer Service Associate - Pico Series Items
Employed since 2023
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