Since its foundation in 1887, Gustav Wolf has focused on the production of steel wire ropes. Based in Gütersloh since 1912, the company has developed and distributed ropes for mining, cranes and elevators, establishing a leading position in this field over the decades. This was facilitated by an international expansion strategy into Poland, Hungary as well as China and the USA, which enabled Gustav Wolf to provide its products in many important markets from its own production. Nowadays, the largest Gustav Wolf rope factory is located in China.