ELESTA GmbH looks back on a company history rich in tradition. Our roots go back to the founding of ELESTA Elektrotechnik AG in 1952, where until 1996 a number of innovations were implemented, among other light-optical sensors, measuring and control systems and relays.1997 ELESTA relays GmbH was founded as a manufacturer of relays with forcibly guided contacts according to EN 50205. In 2013 the company was renamed ELESTA GmbH. We are part of the PILZ GmbH & Co. KG group of companies.We develop and manufacture products in three areas:Relays with forcibly guided contactsMiniature Optical EncodersCustomer-specific sensorsIn our location in Bad Ragaz / Switzerland we currently employ 265 individuals. All our products are designed and manufactured in our in new building, constructed in 2008.Our company operates according to Lean principles. Our goal is continuous improvement in all areas of the company and the further development of our products to the benefit of our customers.