Schuberth GmbH is a renowned German company specializing in the production of safety helmets for various applications, including motorsports, industrial safety, firefighting, police, and military use. Founded in 1922 in Braunschweig, Lower Saxony, Schuberth has a long-standing history of over 90 years in helmet manufacturing. The company is headquartered in Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt, and employs around 300 people. With a production capacity of 1.5 million helmets annually, Schuberth has established itself as a significant player in the safety equipment industry.
Schuberth’s commitment to safety and innovation is evident in its product offerings, particularly in the realm of motorsports. The company first entered Formula One in 2000 with the QF1 helmet, which was worn by driver Nick Heidfeld. This move came as a response to the need for safer helmets following Michael Schumacher’s accident at the 1999 British Grand Prix. Schuberth’s helmets are known for their lightweight design and advanced features, such as filters to remove fumes and dust from the air. Over the years, the company’s helmets have been worn by several Formula One drivers, including World Champion Michael Schumacher, Max Verstappen, Carlos Sainz, Daniil Kvyat, and Nico Hülkenberg.
The company’s dedication to aerodynamic performance is supported by its own wind tunnel facilities, where all current helmets are designed to achieve maximum efficiency. This attention to detail has also attracted NASCAR drivers like Danica Patrick and Jimmie Johnson, who use Schuberth helmets tailored to their specific needs.
Beyond motorsports, Schuberth produces a wide range of helmets for industrial purposes. These include ballistic helmets for soldiers, which offer protection in combat scenarios, and helmets for firefighters that are designed to withstand extreme temperatures and hazardous environments. The company also caters to the construction industry by providing full-face helmets and head protection gear.
In addition to helmets, Schuberth’s product line extends to personal protective equipment (PPE), which encompasses facial protection, ear defenders, and gear for cold weather conditions. This comprehensive approach to safety gear demonstrates Schuberth’s holistic view of protection, ensuring that individuals are safeguarded against a variety of occupational hazards.
Schuberth’s influence in the safety helmet industry is further underscored by its international presence and the trust placed in its products by professionals across various sectors. The company’s commitment to quality, innovation, and user safety continues to drive its success and reputation as a leading manufacturer of safety helmets worldwide.
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Schuberth GmbH is a German producer of safety helmets, combat helmets, protective headgear for Formula One, motorcyclists and industrial workers.
The company is based in Magdeburg, in Saxony-Anhalt and was founded in 1922 in Braunschweig, in Lower Saxony, and has been producing safety helmets for 90 years. Schuberth employs about 300 employees, producing 1.5 million helmets each year. Schuberth produces motorcycle helmets designed specifically for aerodynamic performance. Schuberth first entered Formula One in 2000 using the QF1 helmet worn by Nick Heidfeld, after designing a safer helmet in response to Michael Schumacher's accident at the 1999 British Grand Prix. The helmet, which was lighter than others at the time and featured filters to remove fumes and dust from the air, was taken by more drivers including then World Champion Michael Schumacher, and was gradually developed into the current RF1 model. In 2019, Schuberth helmets are used by Max Verstappen, Carlos Sainz, Daniil Kvyat and Nico Hülkenberg. Schuberth designs all current helmets in their own wind tunnel facilities, to enable maximum aerodynamic efficiency. NASCAR drivers Danica Patrick and Jimmie Johnson also use Schuberth helmets, theirs being variations on the designs used for F1 drivers.
Schuberth produces helmets for a variety of industrial purposes, including ballistic protection for soldiers, protection for firefighters and construction workers, producing full face helmets and head protection. The company also produces personal protective equipment, such as facial protection, ear defenders and cold weather equipment.