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In 2026, at OHP Service, we celebrate our 45th anniversary—a particularly significant milestone that represents much more than the passage of time. It marks 45 years of continuous evolution, technical specialization, and an ongoing commitment to industry and its challenges.
Our journey began in 1981 with the creation of Ibero-Cardan, a company focused on cardan shaft transmission solutions. From those early days, we have followed a path of progressive transformation that has led us to become OHP Service, a recognized leader in the power transmission sector, serving demanding industries such as industrial manufacturing, automotive, defense, and special applications.
From Our Origins to Industry Leadership: A Constant Evolution
Every successful business story begins with a clear area of expertise. In our early years, Ibero-Cardan focused its activities on cardan shaft transmission systems, quickly establishing itself as a strategic partner in the market.
However, what has truly defined our evolution over the past 45 years is not only our technical expertise, but also our ability to adapt, grow, and anticipate market needs. We have consistently interpreted changes in the industrial landscape as opportunities to expand our value proposition and strengthen our strategic position.
Among the most significant milestones in this journey are:
- The transition from a specialized cardan shaft company to a strategic partner of leading international manufacturers such as GKN, GWB, and DANA.
- Our geographical expansion, from our headquarters in Madrid to the establishment of OHP Service Germany, strengthening our international presence and market reach.
- The development of new internal capabilities through continuous improvements in our logistics infrastructure and a strong commitment to developing our own products.
- The creation of our Engineering and Product Development Department, a key step in enhancing our technical capabilities, driving the design of proprietary solutions, and addressing increasingly specific market requirements.
Each of these achievements reflects a strategy based on continuous improvement, specialization, and adaptation to an increasingly competitive and demanding industrial environment.
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Innovation, Service and Specialization: The Pillars of Our Growth
The evolution of OHP Service cannot be explained solely through milestones or figures, but also through the way we have built our business day after day. Our consistent, long-term approach has always been based on close collaboration with customers, suppliers, and our internal teams.
This philosophy has enabled us to build a culture founded on trust, reliability, and technical excellence, maintaining a strong market position while developing solutions tailored to the specific requirements of each application.
Over the years, three fundamental pillars have supported our growth:
1. Technical Expertise
We possess extensive knowledge of both our products and their applications, enabling us to provide solutions for highly demanding and technically complex industrial environments.
2. Service-Oriented Approach
Our commitment goes far beyond supplying components. We support our customers throughout the entire process—from initial analysis and solution selection to implementation and ongoing technical support.
3. Continuous Innovation
We continuously invest in process improvement and solution development, enabling us to adapt to a constantly evolving industry and meet new market demands.
Source: OHP archives
People: The True Driving Force Behind OHP Service
If there is one factor that explains the continuity and success of OHP Service over the past 45 years, it is undoubtedly the human factor.
Behind every project, every technical solution, and every achievement stands a team of dedicated professionals, customers who have placed their trust in us, and suppliers who have accompanied us throughout this journey.
Building long-term relationships based on mutual trust and shared expertise has been—and continues to be—one of our greatest assets and a key factor in the strength and stability of our company.
45 Years Later: Still Moving Forward
Celebrating an anniversary like this is not about looking back—it is about reaffirming the path we have travelled and looking to the future with determination.
At OHP Service, we remain focused on innovation, operational efficiency, and the continuous improvement of our processes and solutions, with the goal of continuing to meet the needs of an industry that never stands still.
Because if there is one thing that has remained unchanged since our beginnings, it is our purpose:
"Keeping Critical Operations Running."