Wera and Knipex – innovative and reliable tools now available at ZTF Lāsma

We are proud to announce that SIA "Scientific Technical Company Lāsma" has become an official cooperation partner with two world-famous German tool manufacturers — Knipex and Wera. This partnership is a significant step that allows professionals in industrial manufacturing, electrical, and automation industries to gain even broader access to the highest quality tools with guaranteed availability in the local market.

Table of Contents

• About Knipex — history, market leadership, trends
• About Wera — ergonomics, design, innovations
• What does this mean for electricians and automation specialists?
• Why choose Wera tools
  
  • Innovative solutions and patented technologies
• Why choose Knipex tools
  
  • Unique Knipex patents and innovations

About Knipex — history, market leadership, trends

Founded in 1882 in Wuppertal (Cronenberg), initially as a small blacksmith workshop established by Carl Gustav Putsch. Today, Knipex is the leading specialist in the manufacture of professional pliers and special tools.

Knipex manufactures more than 100 types of pliers and tools with more than 900 variations in terms of size, handle design, and coating. The product range also includes special power tool lines — insulated devices that protect against voltages up to 1 kV.

In one working day, the company produces up to 60,000 pliers, which are exported to more than 100 countries. The company employs approximately 1,800 employees, with about 2,600 in the entire Knipex group.

In one working day, the company produces up to 60,000 pliers

About Wera — ergonomics, design, innovations

The company was founded in 1936 in Wuppertal as a trading company (Hermann Werner), but after World War II expanded with screwdriver production. The name "Wera" was created in 1951 — from the words Werner and Amtenbrink. Since 1968, Wera has been developing the famous Kraftform ergonomic handle together with the Fraunhofer Institute.

Wera manufactures more than 3,000 different tools — screwdrivers, VDE insulated screwdrivers, bits, keys, torque-fixed keys, and tool sets. Products are mainly manufactured in Germany and the Czech Republic.

Wera manufactures more than 3,000 different tools

Wera is known for its unique products:

• ergonomic Kraftform handle design
• Zyklop ratchet keys
• Joker wrenches with holding function
• Impaktor and BiTorsion bit systems and Rapidaptor bit holders

Wera has been awarded multiple times with iF and Red Dot design awards, German Design Award.

What does this mean for electricians and automation specialists?

At the center of the offer are tools actively used by electricians, automation specialists, and industrial service workers — VDE insulated pliers, insulated screwdrivers, specially equipped sets optimal for working with electrical installations, but the assortment is not limited - our offer will also include other tools from both brands' complete product lines — from precision micro tools to industrial impact-resistant solutions. "Scientific Technical Company Lāsma" will provide all Knipex and Wera products directly from the manufacturers.

Why choose Wera tools

Ergonomics and comfort of use

• Wera handles are developed according to the "Kraftform" design principle — it is a patented handle profile adapted to human palm anatomy
• Ergonomics significantly reduces load on the palm and forearm, especially when working for long periods
• Example: Wera Kraftform Plus screwdrivers — hexagonal shape with soft zones provides high torque and comfort, especially when working with hard screws

Faster and safer work

• Wera products are often designed to reduce task completion time and increase precision
• Examples:
  • Wera Joker wrenches with patented "holding function" — a special metal plate holds the screw in place so it doesn't fall out when working in hard-to-reach places
  • Patented "Stop Plate" function limits key movement and prevents it from slipping off the screw

Safety in electrical work

• Wera offers a wide range of VDE certified tools tested up to 10,000V and certified up to 1,000V
• Screwdrivers, pliers, and other devices are tested individually, which is especially important for electricians and automation specialists
• Example: Wera Kraftform Kompakt VDE sets provide maximum safety in voltage work

Innovative solutions and patented technologies

Wera is known for many unique patents that improve productivity and work quality.

	Patent / Technology	Description	Example
	Kraftform Handle	Patented ergonomic handle that prevents excessive palm fatigue	Wera Kraftform screwdrivers
	Joker Holding Function	Patented screw holding system with metal plate	Wera Joker wrenches
	Hex-Plus Profile	Patented hexagonal profile that prevents tool and screw wear. Provides up to 20% higher torque	Wera Hex-Plus allen keys
	Rapidaptor Technology	Allows quick bit changes with one hand using magnetic fixation	Wera Rapidaptor bit holders
	Lasertip	Screwdriver tips are laser etched to prevent slipping out of screw heads	Wera Lasertip screwdrivers
	Zyklop Ratchet	Innovative hand ratchet with 5 functions in one — ideal for tight spaces	Wera Zyklop Speed ratchet set

Durability and quality control

• All Wera products are made from highest quality chrome-vanadium steel and carefully tested
• Hex-Plus and Lasertip technologies extend tool life because screw heads don't wear out as quickly
• Professionals save money long-term because there's no need to frequently replace worn tools

Packaging and mobility

• Wera tools are often available in compact sets suitable for professional installation and maintenance work
• Many sets come with especially durable and functional Kraftform Kompakt pouches and cases that help organize the workspace

Why choose Knipex tools

Specialization and quality

Unlike universal tool manufacturers, Knipex focuses on just one thing — making the best pliers in the world.

Knipex focuses on just one thing — making the best pliers in the world.

This means:

• Higher durability and precision
• Perfect tool adaptation to specific tasks
• Strict quality control — each tool is checked before reaching the market

Ergonomics and professional comfort

For experienced electricians and automation specialists, less effort and faster task completion are important during work.

Knipex handles and mechanisms are designed to:

• Reduce hand fatigue during extended work
• Provide greater force transmission
• Be safe for use even in intensive manufacturing environments

Example: Knipex TwinForce® pliers with patented double lever mechanism allow cutting thick wires and nails with 50% less effort than standard pliers.

Unique Knipex patents and innovations

Knipex is known for its patented technologies that provide efficiency and precision. Some of the most important examples:

	Knipex patent / technology	Description and advantages	Example
	Cobra® QuickSet (patent)	Self-locking water pump pliers with automatic adjustment and high gripping force. Ideal for pipe and fitting installation	Knipex Cobra® 87 XX series
	Pliers Wrench (patent)	Combination between pliers and wrench. Provides parallel jaw movement without damaging part surfaces	Knipex Pliers Wrench 86 XX
	TwinForce® (patent)	Double lever provides greater cutting force with less effort	Knipex TwinForce® 73 XX
	Crimp System Tool (patent)	Modular crimping system for professional electrical connection processing. Provides high pressure precision	Knipex 97 XX Crimp System
	TwinGrip (patent)	Special pliers for gripping damaged or rounded screws. Top and front gripping allows work in tight spaces	Knipex TwinGrip 82 XX
	StepCut® (patent)	Specially optimized cable cutting geometry that allows gradual cutting, reducing force consumption	Knipex StepCut® 95 XX

Safety in electrical work

Knipex offers a wide range of VDE certified pliers for professionals working with voltages up to 1,000V. They are individually tested up to 10,000V, guaranteeing the highest safety level for electricians and automation engineers.

Example: Knipex VDE Diagonal Cutters — especially suitable for wire cutting and connection installation, using insulation with double protection.

Durability and economic benefit

• Knipex uses high-quality chrome-vanadium electric steel, which provides longer tool service life
• Cutting edges are inductively hardened to ~64 HRC, making them extremely durable
• Although the initial cost may be higher, long-term tools pay for themselves because they last longer and provide more precise work

Mobility and packaging

• Knipex offers a wide range of professional tool sets, especially suitable for automation cabinet installation and electrical system maintenance
• Compact solutions save space and provide easy access to necessary tools