SICK is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of sensors, safety systems and automatic identification products for industrial applications. Whether automating factories or optimizing distribution centers, SICK provides cost-effective solutions.

SICK has been a technology leader for 60 years. Leveraging a history of innovation, the company has pioneered a long line of industry firsts – such as the first safety light curtain, the first bar code reader, the first color sensor, and many more. These innovations provide solutions to the automotive, airline, manufacturing, packaging, and material handling industries.

The North American subsidiary of SICK was established in 1976. Company headquarters are located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with sales throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. SICK employs more than 4000 people worldwide, with 2006 sales at nearly €650 million.