Theben
100 Years of Theben – Building Automation Since 1921
In 1921, the light in a stairwell in Stuttgart switched off automatically for the very first time. The reason: an innovative time switch developed by Paul Schwenk. What started as a simple mechanical device marked the beginning of building automation – and the founding of Theben.
From Humble Beginnings to Global Player
Founder Paul Schwenk, born in 1889, began his career as a precision mechanic and developed his first stairwell timer in 1918 as a graduation project. In 1921, he founded his own company, which quickly gained recognition for its innovative, durable, and high-quality products.
Innovation Through the Decades
- 1934: Launch of the ELPA stairwell timer – a milestone in automation.
- 1960s: Significant growth driven by smart advertising, environmental awareness, and employee well-being.
- 1976: The theben-timer takes Europe by storm – now with over 33 million units sold.
- 1995: Theben contributes to the development of KNX, now the global standard for building automation.
- 2018: Introduction of LUXORliving, Theben's smart home system.
Theben Today
Under the leadership of Paul Sebastian Schwenk, Theben remains focused on innovation and sustainability while honoring its roots. With subsidiaries in France, Italy, the United Kingdom, Scandinavia, and Australia, Theben has a truly global presence.
A Family Business with Vision
Since its inception, Theben has been a family-owned business with a heart for people. Employees, innovation, environmental care, and social responsibility are at the core of our mission. This makes Theben not only a technology leader but also a true "Great Place to Work".
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Flush-mounted KNX presence detector with 360° coverage up to 64 m², flat design, light and HVAC control, eco plus function and scene support.
€164,22 Incl. tax
1-channel RF flush heating actuator with integrated controller, silent 230 V AC valve control, 2 binary inputs, valve protection, Data Secure.
€138,96 Incl. tax
1-channel KNX RF flush-mounted dim actuator (250 W) for LED, incandescent, halogen lamps and dimmable transformers. Load detection, 2 binary inputs.
€147,14 Incl. tax
1-channel KNX RF blind actuator (5 A) for shading, skylights and vents. 2 binary inputs, KNX Data Secure, temperature monitoring.
€106,27 Incl. tax
Flush-mounted 1-way switching actuator, 10 A, KNX RF with Data Secure. 2 binary inputs for buttons, switches, or temp sensors. Compact and reliable.
€98,09 Incl. tax
Connects KNX-RF to KNX TP, powered via bus, supports KNX Secure longframes, fast downloads, repeater function, range up to 30 m.
€225,45 Incl. tax
For mounting 1 or 2 Meteodata, LUXOR or LUNA weather stations to a pole or outdoor corner (diameter 48–60 mm).
€26,62 Incl. tax
24V KNX weather sensor for wind, rain, brightness and temperature. Controls sun shading for 8 façades with heated rain sensor.
€481,58 Incl. tax
24V KNX combi sensor with GNSS for wind, rain, brightness and temperature. Enables automatic shading for up to 8 façades. Includes heated rain sensor.
€659,45 Incl. tax
Combi sensor for wind, light and temperature. Ideal for automatic shading of up to 3 façades. Includes threshold channels, logic and KNX integration.
€319,44 Incl. tax
GPS combi-sensor for wind, rain, light, and temperature. Controls shading for up to 8 façades. Includes rain sensor with heating.
€659,45 Incl. tax
Weather station for wind, rain, brightness and temperature. Automatic shading for up to 8 façades, with rain sensor and KNX integration.
€481,58 Incl. tax
Thermal actuator for radiators or manifolds. 24 V AC/DC power, "first open" function, surge protection, click mounting, and IP54 protection.
€34,21 Incl. tax
Heating actuator for 6 circuits, 24 V DC or 0–10 V DC. No KNX thermostat needed. Includes 2 pump controls, wall mounting and integrated power supply.
€321,38 Incl. tax
Heating actuator for 12 circuits, switching via 24 V DC or 0–10 V DC. No KNX thermostat needed. With 2 pump controls, wall mounting and power supply.
€499,15 Incl. tax
1-channel flush-mounted DALI actuator with KNX RF and Data Secure. DALI-2 certified. Supports RGB, RGBW, Tunable White and standard luminaires. Compact design with 2 binary inputs.
€139,74 Incl. tax
Ceiling-mounted PIR presence detector, 360° detection, 50 m², KNX, 2 light and HVAC channels, daylight sensing, temperature sensor, IP55.
€105,06 Incl. tax
