Technical Author Arnd Diedrichs at EMC-direct
Expert in Tools and Connection Technology
The author Arnd Diedrichs is responsible for the Hand Tools business unit and product management at EMC-direct.
As a recognized expert, he brings over 30 years of experience in electrical connection technology and professional hand tools – with a clear focus on crimping technology. Over the course of his career, he has led several developments to patent maturity, thereby significantly shaping standards in practical application.
Under the Toolova brand, he and the team in Dorsten drive high-performance tool innovations to series production readiness – including crimping pliers, stripping and cutting tools.
With his extensive expertise in tools, Arnd Diedrichs is a sought-after interview partner and author of specialist articles, among others in the fields of photovoltaics, electrical installation, vehicle construction, and workshop equipment.
Career Milestones:
- Degree in Electrical Engineering (Dipl.-Ing. FH), specializing in automation technology
- Practical experience as an electrician in assembly and component manufacturing
- Many years of experience in product management and application engineering in the field of connection technology and tools
- Responsible product manager for electrical connection technology and tools for cable processing and measurement technology – with professional positions at Klauke and Cimco Werkzeugfabrik
- Responsibility for product approvals and listings with VDE, TÜV, UL and IEC
- New development and patent application for pressing tools
- At EMC-direct, responsible for product management and purchasing, as well as serving as an authorized signatory