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08.01.2026  |  435x
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Bernhard Schönmetzler appointed Head of Technical Department at UWT

Betzigau, January 2026 – UWT GmbH is strengthening its technical management level: At the beginning of 2026, Bernhard Schönmetzler assumed the position of Head of Technical Department. In this role, he supports Andreas Haug, Managing Director, in the area
With this appointment, UWT is deliberately focusing on continuity, in-depth technical expertise and a long-term approach to technical management.

Internal appointment with technical expertise

Bernhard Schönmetzler has been part of the company since 2018. Most recently, he served as Manager of Approvals, where he significantly shaped this area both technically and organizationally. In this role, he was responsible for complex national and international approval processes and systematically expanded and developed his team.
His many years of experience, particularly in the regulatory environment, form a key foundation for his new responsibilities. As Head of Technical Department, he also remains closely involved with the topic of approvals.

Clear responsibilities and close coordination

In his new role, Bernhard Schönmetzler is gradually taking on expanded leadership responsibilities. Coordination with Managing Director Andreas Haug is close and continuous. Existing interfaces and contacts remain unchanged, ensuring stability and reliability in day-to-day operations.
Andreas Haug continues to be responsible as Managing Director for operations and technology and will remain actively involved, contributing his extensive experience.

Further development of the leadership structure

Since 2020, UWT has relied on an expanded leadership structure to meet the demands of international growth, increasing technical requirements and a growing product portfolio. With the introduction of the Head of Technical Department position, this structure is being consistently further developed.

The aim is to systematically expand management capacities, clearly structure decision-making processes and anchor technical know-how within the company over the long term.
By filling this key position internally, UWT also underlines the high value it places on employee development and long-term collaboration.

UWT. FUTURE. UP TO THE MAX.

Company information

UWT GmbH
UWT GmbH
UWT GmbH is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of measurement technology for the detection and monitoring of levels, limit levels in any kind of bulk materials, solids as well as in liquids, pastes and foam. Since the founding, the product portfolio has developed and offers solutions for a variety of industries. > Headquarter with development, production and sales department in Germany > Subsidiaries in USA, China, India, Mexico, Brazil, Great Britain, Spain and Poland plus a global net of exclusiv distributors > Several million applications have now been deployed in more than 90 countries > Variety of industry solutions according to individual requirements > UWT products represent quality, flexibility and reliability Our products are named under: Rotonivo® - Rotary paddle switch incl. SIL2 version Vibranivo® - Vibrating fork for bulk and liquid Mononivo® - Vibrating rod probe RFnivo® - Capacitive level switch also with anti-corrosive Teflon® coating for flue gas cleaning Capanivo® / NivoCapa® - Capacitive level switch NivoBob® - Electro-mechanical Plumb Bob as well for Interface NivoRadar® - Radar sensors NivoGuide® - TDR guided radar NivoTec® - Level monitoring and visualisation NivoLED® - Signal Lamp – Maximum Safety for Hazardous Areas From development and production to final assembly and comprehensive technical advice, all services are provided from a single source. The focus is on the highest quality, technical know-how and good cooperation with customers, suppliers and partners. What is particularly important to the managing directors Uwe Niekrawietz, Markus Schalk and Andreas Haug is the well-being of the 200 employees worldwide: ”Healthy and happy employees can achieve incredible things”.  The product portfolio is developed further every year and enables holistic solution concepts for a variety of industries. In addition to level and point level measurement, UWT offers monitoring and visualisation systems and complete project planning. Well-known plant manufacturers and end customers worldwide appreciate the customised solutions as well as the easy handling and durability of UWT sensors. In order to be able to pass on the best possible added value to customers in the future, UWT’s corporate strategy is consistently geared towards steady and sustainable growth.
Last update: 18.11.2025

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