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About BIT

Since 1996, BIT from Swisttal-Heimerzheim has been a reliable partner of renowned companies for heat-shrink tubing, insulating and protective sleeves, plastic fastening and cable tie solutions.

Experience since 1996

Almost three decades of know-how in materials and processing.

In-house processing

Six production lines for cutting, printing and processing.

Customer-oriented

Comprehensive stock-keeping, standard articles usually within 24 hours.

Across industries

From automotive to medical technology – advice in partnership.

Our development

Much has changed since BIT was founded back in 1996: from its start in a pair of office trailers, BIT Bierther GmbH has grown sustainably into a flourishing business – with a move to a brand-new warehouse-and-office annex and the setup of custom production lines.

1996

BIT is founded – with an admittedly idiosyncratic start in a humble pair of office trailers.

1997 & 2000

Certification according to DIN EN ISO 9001 by the German TÜV for outstanding quality management.

2001

Move to a new office and production facility with much more space for storage and production.

2007

Opening of a second central warehouse – the beginning of a new phase of commercial growth.

2013

More than 17 years of experience, an expertly honed product portfolio and superior customer service.

2016

BIT looks back on a 20-year success story – a company with global reach and 25 employees.

2019

Recertification by TÜV Rheinland according to DIN EN ISO 9001 – passed with flying colours.

2021

25 successful years of company history – an epitome for quality, reliability and customer service.

Today

30th anniversary: more than 1,000 standard articles and customer-specific solutions – used worldwide from the automotive industry to the medtech sector.

Social commitment

Responsibility we live by

Social commitment is a central element of BIT's corporate culture. We have been supporting various non-profit organisations for years – and in 2021 we also donated to those affected by the flood disaster in Rhineland-Palatinate and North Rhine-Westphalia.

  • Swisttaler Tafel e.V.
  • Aktion Lichtblicke e.V.
  • SOS-Kinderdorf e.V.
  • Arbeiter-Samariter-Bund Deutschland e.V.
  • Stiftung Deutsche KinderKrebshilfe

Career

Become part of the BIT team

Career starter, sales professional or career changer: we are looking for personalities who enjoy varied work in a clearly structured, diverse team and who value a very good working atmosphere as much as professionalism and service towards the customer.

Industries & markets

Our products are used wherever electrical insulation, mechanical protection and reliable bundling are required.