Hoernecke, founded in 1896, is a fourth-generation family business. With two plants in Oberstenfeld (Stuttgart area), Hoernecke is now one of the world's leading suppliers of irritant devices. Since 1963, TW1000 devices have been among the best tear gas products in the world. Decisive innovations guarantee maximum safety in dangerous situations. Outstanding quality and a wide range of designs ultimately led to the global success of the TW 1000 brand.