On January 1, 2019, Brüel & Kjær (B&K) of Denmark and Hottinger Baldwin Messtechnik (HBM) of Germany—both subsidiaries of the UK-based company Spectris—merged to form Hottinger Brüel & Kjær (HBK).
Brüel & Kjær is a world-renowned manufacturer of acoustic and vibration measurement instruments. With over 80 years of experience and a strong global brand presence, B&K provides innovative solutions as a total measurement chain supplier—offering everything from microphones and accelerometers to data acquisition hardware and analysis software.
HBM, a German precision measurement equipment manufacturer, has over 70 years of expertise in measuring strain, torque, load, and force. In recent years, HBM has expanded its product line to include motor evaluation systems for the EV market and fiber-optic measurement systems for infrastructure monitoring—enhancing its ability to respond to global megatrends.
About Sonora Technology
Sonora Technology Co., Ltd., headquartered in Tokyo, is a leading Japanese manufacturer of anechoic chambers and anechoic boxes. We have conducted business with over 1,000 clients, including major automotive and electronics manufacturers.
Since our founding, we have continuously invested in research and development, resulting in numerous proprietary technologies and unmatched product innovations. Our company thrives on challenges—taking on projects that others may decline and accumulating valuable know-how in the process. Difficult problems are where we excel.
HBK × Sonora – Comprehensive Solutions
The partnership between HBK and Sonora enables fully integrated acoustic measurement solutions, combining both hardware and software. By leveraging the unique strengths of both specialized companies, we can offer optimal plans and innovative approaches that were previously unattainable.
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Hottinger Bruel & Kjaer
HHBK is a merger of two companies: Brüel & Kjær of Denmark and HBM of Germany. Brüel & Kjær is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of acoustic and vibration measurement instruments, known as a total measurement chain supplier.
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Sonora Technology Co., Ltd.
Sonora Technology is a leading Japanese manufacturer of industrial anechoic chambers and anechoic boxes. From design and manufacturing to installation and acoustic performance assurance, Sonora provides fully integrated solutions to build complete acoustic measurement environments from the ground up.
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