The first Diskus lock was launched to coincide with the 25th anniversary of ABUS. Thanks to its ring-shaped design and stainless steel, the iconic design has offered reliable protection ‘’Made in Germany‘’ ever since in the version with key. 

The publication of the first advert for ABUS padlocks. The advert was not aimed directly at end customers, but was addressed to sellers of hardware. In the shops, the brand was primarily represented by product stands.

Under the management of Willi Bremicker, ABUS opened a new production facility in the Westerwald region of Rhineland-Palatinate. To this day, high-quality ABUS products are manufactured and tested there to the highest quality standards.

With the introduction of door locks, door cylinders and strike plates, ABUS Added home security products to its range. This was the start of decades of co-operation with the police in the area of burglary protection.

In the first decade of the company's existence, ABUS already recognised the importance of international markets for sustainable growth. Contacts were made and partnerships formed. A success story began in Hong Kong in the 1970s.

In order to fulfil the requirements of international testing institutes, ABUS opened a test laboratory at the Rehe site in the 1980s. From then on, all products were tested to international standards using reproducible methods.

Helmets were added to the bike range. The Ultra-Safe, Fun and Mega-Power models were the forerunners of the helmets produced today. During this time, the foundation was laid for long and successful co-operations and sponsorships.

At the start of the new millennium, SCA Security-Center from Affing, Bavaria, became a wholly-owned subsidiary of ABUS KG and was renamed ABUS Security Center. With this purchase ABUS expanded its range to include electronic security solutions.

In 2003, Schließanlagen GmbH Pfaffenhain was integrated into the ABUS group of companies. At this time, the workforce already comprised 89 employees. From 2008, the production site ran under the new name "ABUS Pfaffenhain GmbH".  

In 2016, ABUS developed a new range of road bike helmets. To bring this project to life, ABUS looked to Italy, which many consider the birthplace of cycling. Sophisticated engineering and the highest safety standards meet the “dolce vita” and a true passion for cycling.

Increasing digitalisation, scarcer resources and shorter product life cycles: ABUS is facing up to the challenges of our time. In response, the Group has developed a three-part sustainability concept and smart security solutions.