W Gessmann has developed and manufactured master controllers and joysticks for rail and industrial applications for more than 60 years.

Our product range includes master controllers for trains and trams; portable crane-control units; gear limit switches for hoisting gear or crabs; complete crane-control units including wiring for all types of cranes; pedal controllers for vehicles and welding machines; proportional electronic controllers for solenoid valves; CAN bus modules (input/output cards); displays for fork-lift trucks and construction machinery; controllers for ships; and customised solutions for machinery operating units.

Master controllers and joysticks for rail and industrial applications

We design and manufacture high-quality master controllers and joysticks for rail and industrial applications. Ergonomics, design, increased effectiveness and, last but not least, the highest quality are the principles for all our products.

Custom master controllers and joysticks

Customer-specific solutions for your machines are our strength. We have the capability to design a bespoke master controller or joystick to suit your exact requirements.

W Gessmann has developed and manufactured master controllers and joysticks for rail and industrial applications for more than 60 years.
We have the capability to design a bespoke master controller or joystick to suit your exact requirements.
We provide global distribution of master controllers and joysticks.
Our large development team guarantees a flexible and rapid development process for our master controllers and joysticks.
We can guarantee short shipping times to customers worldwide.

Single-axis controllers

The S 22 single-axis controller is a rugged switching device that meets IEC 947-5-1, EN 60947, DIN and VDE 0660-200 standards for electro-hydraulic and rail applications.

Modular single-axis controllers

The modular design of this single-axis controller allows it to be used for a variety of applications including on railways. The S 22 is resistant to oil, harsh maritime climates, ozone and UV radiation.

The mechanical life of the S 22 is six million operating cycles, and the operating temperature range is -40°C to +60°C (storage -50°C to +80°C). Climatic resistance, damp heat constant according to DIN IEC 68 part 2-3, damp heat cyclic according to DIN IEC 68 part 2-30, and IP 54, IEC 529 and DIN 40050 protection are among its other features.

Global distribution of master controllers and joysticks

At our headquarters in Leingarten, Germany, 400 employees produce controllers and customised solutions for customers all over the world. Because of our extensive network of agencies and representatives abroad, it is easy to find competent partners for Gessmann products.

Development of master controllers and joysticks

Our large development team guarantees a flexible and rapid development process for our master controllers and joysticks. Due to Gessmann’s great expertise and experience in the production and assembly of control units, customer wishes can be realised quickly and at a high standard of quality.

Since we work closely with forwarding agencies and carriers operating worldwide, we can guarantee short shipping times to customers worldwide.