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At the LogiMAT in Stuttgart from 11th to 13th March, WAGNER will be presenting innovative fire protection technologies and individual solutions for deep-freeze warehouses, high-bay warehouses and compact storage systems in Hall 7, Stand 7C13. A key highlight is the latest advancements in the field of active fire protection with OxyReduct®. Active fire prevention is based on the principle of oxygen reduction: the OxyReduct® system generates nitrogen directly from the ambient air and directs it into the area to be protected. This reduces the oxygen concentration to below the ignition threshold of the materials present. A protective atmosphere is created in which fires cannot even start under defined conditions. Nitrogen generation and self-sufficient energy supply The hydrogen-based fuel cell developed by HY.AIR Energy GmbH produces nitrogen-rich exhaust air For the first time at LogiMAT, WAGNER will unveil the new OxyReduct® F-Line nitrogen generator, which combines the advantages of an economical and sustainable fire protection solution with carbon-neutral and self-sufficient energy generation. This added value is made possible by innovative fuel cell technology. The hydrogen-based fuel cell developed by HY.AIR Energy GmbH produces nitrogen-rich exhaust air. This is directed into the area to be protected to create an oxygen-reduced atmosphere for active fire prevention. Other OxyReduct® nitrogen generators At the same time, the cell provides electricity and heat for the operation of other equipment and systems. Due to the high efficiency of the fuel cell, only small amounts of hydrogen are needed to generate the nitrogen required for fire prevention. For the user, this means maximum fire safety along with carbon neutrality. In combination with other OxyReduct® nitrogen generators, WAGNER also offers a flexibly adaptable, hybrid fire protection system that provides optimum protection even for very large protected areas in the warehouse and logistics sector, for example in deep-freeze and high-bay warehouses. OxyReduct® receives FM Approval OxyReduct® oxygen reduction system from the renowned testing and institute FM Approvals WAGNER has recently received approval for its proven OxyReduct® oxygen reduction system from the renowned testing and certification institute FM Approvals. In addition to the existing approvals from VdS, VB-Cert and Pavus, the certificate represents another important recognition. Thanks to its globally recognized FM approval, FM-insured companies and those adhering to the FM standard can now implement OxyReduct® as a certified and proven solution to effectively and preventively protect their buildings, systems and assets. This marks a significant milestone in enhancing safety for various intralogistics applications. Maximum safety in the warehouse In addition to systems for active fire prevention, WAGNER will be presenting innovative, integrated fire protection solutions that offer maximum safety in compact storage systems, deep-freeze warehouses, high-bay warehouses or archives. Fire detection and extinguishing systems from WAGNER also play an important role in these solutions.

The WAGNER Group GmbH is one of the most innovative medium-sized companies in Germany and has been awarded the prestigious TOP 100 seal of approval for the second time. This quality seal, which is awarded annually on behalf of Compamedia GmbH, honors outstanding achievements in innovation management. The official award ceremony for the TOP 100 of 2025 will take place on 27 June 2025 as part of the German SME Summit in Mainz. TOP 100 seal The TOP 100 seal is the only independent, scientifically based award for innovation management in Germany. The assessment is based on a demanding test procedure developed by the Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation at the Vienna University of Economics and Business. It focuses on more than 100 criteria in five categories: Innovation-promoting top management, innovation climate, innovative processes and organization, external orientation/open innovation, and innovation success.  strategy and the systematic approach WAGNER Group GmbH competed in the category of the largest medium-sized companies As a group of companies with approximately 800 employees worldwide, WAGNER Group GmbH competed in the category of the largest medium-sized companies. The consistent implementation of the innovation strategy and the systematic approach to the development of future-oriented technologies are of particular importance to WAGNER.  "We are delighted to have been awarded the TOP 100 seal again. This award confirms our focus. It underlines the performance of our employees and the success of our corporate strategy WAGNER.2026," explains Dipl.-Ing. Steffen Springer, Managing Director of WAGNER Group GmbH.  new standards in fire protection "Our innovation work is based on a strong team that constantly sets new standards in fire protection with creativity, vision, and customer orientation. This award motivates us to further strengthen our innovative power in the future."  With this new award, WAGNER Group GmbH reaffirms its role as a pioneer in innovative fire protection solutions – demonstrating that sustainable innovation management paves the way for success, even in a dynamic market environment.

The WAGNER Group GmbH has reached another significant milestone with the oxygen reduction system, OxyReduct®. This innovative technology for active fire prevention through oxygen reduction, introduced to the German market in the 1990s by Company Founder, Dipl.-Ing. Werner Wagner, is now used globally across a variety of applications, including logistics, data centers, and archives. The recent certification by the renowned testing and certification institute FM Approvals adds another major recognition to WAGNER’s credentials, complementing approvals from VdS, VB-Cert, and Pavus. This opens the door for many companies to adopt this effective fire prevention technology for the first time. FM certification for OxyReduct® Often, FM certification is a prerequisite for deploying technology in high-risk environments FM Approval is a globally recognized mark of quality for products and services that meet stringent requirements and the highest standards of performance, safety, and reliability. Often, FM certification is a prerequisite for deploying technology in high-risk environments.  The FM certification for OxyReduct® – granted after extensive testing in a rigorous approval process – confirms the outstanding reliability of WAGNER’s systems and it paves the way for oxygen reduction to become a key technology in fire protection. New access to international markets "With the successful achievement of FM Approval, and a solution tested and certified by FM, we have once again strengthened and expanded our position as a technology and innovation pioneer in fire prevention. This certification marks an important milestone in the ongoing internationalization of our company," explains Werner Wagner, Managing Director and Shareholder of WAGNER Group GmbH.  He adds, "FM Approval not only validates our systems but also provides us with new access to international markets, creating exciting opportunities for growth."  Fire prevention systems Dipl.-Ing. Torsten Wagner, also Managing Director and Shareholder of WAGNER Group GmbH, stated, "Our customers can trust that our fire prevention systems meet the highest standards. FM-insured companies, or those whose insurance requires FM-certified solutions, now have a globally recognized system with OxyReduct® when choosing WAGNER's active fire prevention technology." WAGNER’s fire prevention systems The OxyReduct® system is specifically designed to prevent fires before they can start The OxyReduct® system is specifically designed to prevent fires before they can start. By reducing the oxygen content in the ambient air, it creates an environment in protected areas where fires cannot ignite or spread under defined conditions. This makes WAGNER’s fire prevention systems particularly valuable for applications with high concentrations of assets or goods and in areas where operational continuity is critical. Examples include logistics, energy, healthcare, industry, IT and telecommunications, and art and cultural heritage. Alternative to sprinkler systems With FM Approval, companies insured by FM or adhering to FM standards can confidently rely on OxyReduct® to safeguard their buildings, systems, and assets effectively and proactively. Furthermore, OxyReduct® offers an economical and efficient alternative to sprinkler systems, which are often complex to plan, install, and maintain – particularly for large storage areas. Unlike sprinklers, which respond only to active fires and can result in extensive damage, OxyReduct® provides preventive protection, avoiding such risks altogether.