Our History

Lenhardt & Wagner is one of the leading and renowed companies in the market of high-pressure applications.

With the PURACON Light, L&W expands its portfolio for breathing air monitoring with a compact and mobile solution. The new system enables reliable humidity monitoring directly in the field and complements the successful PURACON product family with a particularly flexible variant for both mobile and stationary applications.

2026

L&W establishes the production of hydrogen compressors, thereby expanding its portfolio into a forward-looking application field. The new technology specifically addresses the increasing demands for efficient and safe high-pressure solutions in hydrogen applications.

2025

With the introduction of Version 2 of the 280 compressor blocks, L&W consistently advances its proven block technology. The integrated adjustable oil pump ensures optimized lubrication across the entire operating range, contributing to higher efficiency, reliability, and service life.

2024

With Remote Pro Control, L&W introduces the next generation of digital compressor control. The platform-independent solution enables real-time monitoring, analysis, and remote maintenance of compressors.

2023

The new SC series expands the product portfolio with economical and robust compressor solutions for a wide range of high-pressure applications.

2022
The successful MC series is extended with sound-insulated variants, combining a compact design with long maintenance intervals.

2021
L&W introduces its first app-based compressor control system, setting new standards in operating comfort and flexibility.

2020
With the development of a new generation of compact compressor blocks, L&W expands its portfolio in the field of mobile high-pressure compressors. The new platform combines a particularly space-saving design with extended configuration options and increased flexibility for a wide range of applications.

2019

The PURACON systems are extended to include continuous monitoring of CO, CO₂, O₂, and oil. For the first time, L&W enables full monitoring of all relevant breathing air parameters in accordance with EN 12021.

2018

L&W expands its portfolio with the CO₂ filter for breathing air compressors. The new solution reduces elevated CO₂ levels in the intake air and supports compliance with EN 12021 requirements.

2017

With the LW 450 III and LW 570 II series, L&W introduces a new generation of high-performance high-pressure compressors. Optimized lubrication systems and reinforced components increase reliability and service life, even under demanding operating conditions. 
2016

The new MC series sets standards in the field of mobile breathing air compressors. With its lightweight design and delivery rates of up to 400 l/min, it expands the possibilities for professional applications worldwide.

2015
With the ES-II series, L&W presents a new generation of sound-insulated compressors. A newly developed condensate system improves filter service life and increases operational reliability in daily use.

2014
The introduction of the PURACON Mobile series extends humidity monitoring to mobile compressor systems for the first time, improving quality assurance in breathing air treatment.

2013

The successful LW 230/280 series is expanded to deliver flow rates of up to 320 l/min. New model variants open up additional applications in industry, diving, and fire services.

2012

L&W develops high-pressure compressors for industrial applications with flow rates of up to 30,000 m³/h and final pressures of up to 420 bar, further strengthening its position in the industrial sector.

2010
The move to the new company headquarters in Lampertheim-Hüttenfeld lays the foundation for further growth. The 14,000 m² site provides modern production and development facilities.

2009
Planning for the new production site begins. At the same time, renowned motorsport teams, including Ferrari, Toro Rosso, and Red Bull, rely on L&W technology.

2006
Following successful establishment in the European market, L&W expands into the Asia-Pacific region. New compressor series extend the portfolio and strengthen the company’s international presence.

2004
By entering the natural gas and industrial sector, L&W opens up new application fields. The development of high-performance compressor systems enables use in the first natural gas refueling stations and industrial high-pressure applications.

2002
New compressor series expand the product portfolio. Through the consistent expansion of high-pressure technology, L&W develops into a specialized provider of professional compressor solutions.

2000
L&W fully focuses on high-pressure applications and discontinues the production of exhaust systems. This strategic focus lays the foundation for the company’s further international development.

1997
In cooperation with Auer Berlin (now MSA Auer), the product range is expanded. With the LW 450 ES, L&W introduces a particularly quiet high-pressure compressor and further expands its own manufacturing capabilities.

1996
L&W develops its first in-house high-pressure compressor, the LW 450 E. Shortly thereafter, additional models for stationary and mobile applications follow.

1993
L&W begins the distribution and overhaul of high-pressure compressors, marking its entry into the business field that remains at the core of the company today.

1980

Wolfgang Lenhardt and Bernd Wagner found L&W. The company initially specializes in the development and manufacturing of exhaust systems as well as performance optimization for motorcycle engines.1975