History

It all began in 1887…

Carbex is not only one of the world’s leading manufacturers of contact brushes, it is also one of the oldest. With a history spanning over 130 years, we have long since laid the foundations to be foremost within power and signal technology.

Today, Carbex is part of the Addtech Group: a listed business concern consisting of over 130 enterprises with much in common in terms of business ideas. Carbex manufactures carbon brushes of the highest quality and supply additional, value-adding components globally within our market segments.

Our experience, expertise and personalized service enables us to provide our customers with the ability and opportunity to create value, safe in the knowledge that we can deliver complete, quality assured solutions with confidence of supply – quality to the core.

i-BRUSH sales contracts secured with OEM Generator Manufacturers.
Australian Partner established.
Launch of i-BRUSH 1.1
New market entry: Gas and Steam.
US Partner established.
Initiation of the iBRUSH system.
New Era – Carbex transforms from brush to complete system supplier.
State of the arttest facility completed. V-Type brushholder developed and patent.
China sales office established.
R&D dept. starts cooperation with the Universities.
Acquired by Addtech Group.
Medical Wind Power industry as a new business area.
Medical industry as a new business area.
Additional components.
Launching silver graphite carbon brushes.
Launching copper graphite carbon brushes.
Patent for powder mixture-based carbon brushes.
The company was founded.
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In focus

Monitoring

More than brushes – more than components

At Carbex, we go beyond traditional brush manufacturing. Our in-house developed remote monitoring system, i-brush, enables real-time supervision of brush performance and wear, helping you enhance reliability, efficiency, and proactive maintenance planning.
Website

Photosession and new website

Recently, we hosted a photo session at our headoffice in preparation for the launch of our new website. Our goal is to better showcase what defines us, our people, products, commitment and the everyday dedication that delivers value to our customers.
History

Did you know?

Carbex has been innovating since 1887 and is one of the oldest carbon brush manufacturers in the world! With a history spanning more than 130 years, we’ve built a strong foundation of expertise, quality, and customer focus within brush technology.

Shaping
sustainable
solutions

At Carbex, sustainability shapes everything we do — from innovation to daily operations. With clear goals for 2030, certified standards, and a strong ethical foundation, we’re building a smarter, greener future together.
Learn more about our sustainable vision.

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