Private company

Hermann Peters

German company based in Ennepetal, founded in 19471

Hermann Peters GmbH & Co. KG was founded 1947 by Hermann Peters in Ennepetal, Germany and known as Original PE since 1979. The family business is a spare parts and wear parts manufacturer for trucks and trailers of vehicle manufacturers.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

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Hermann Peters GmbH & Co. KG was founded 1947 by Hermann Peters in Ennepetal, Germany and known as Original PE since 1979.2

The story

1947: Foundation of the Hermann Peters KG

1967: Management take over by Juergen Freitag (nephew of the founder)

1976: Transfer of the ownership to Juergen Freitag

From Wikipedia’s article on Hermann Peters, shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.3

Timeline

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