1915

The foundation of REAC was laid in the early 1900s when SEM AB started

1935

In the 30’s the company began developing and manufacturing ignition systems for combustion engines, mainly for motorcycles. Here the specialized expertise in electromechanical engineering was founded.

1996

SEM Drive AB supplied solenoids and inductive position sensors to the automotive industry. High demands and large series.

2003

In 2002 REAC AB was acquired. The company was integrated into SEM Drive AB, which changed its name to REAC AB. The first product to be developed after the acquisition was the actuator RE25. Compact, strong and flexible.

2006

In 2006 solenoids and inductive sensors moved to SEM AB and REAC became a specialized actuator company. The product RE25 achieved a foothold in the wheelchair market.

2008

The Danish company Balle A/S was acquired to complement REAC's product range of lift and tilt systems for wheelchairs.

2010

In 2010 the Opcon Group sold REAC AB to Latour.

2012

REAC acquired the actuator and lift/tilt business from MBL A/S . The company REAC Poland was formed.

2015

REAC acquired the part of Ergolet that manufacturerd components for actuators and lift- and tilt systems. This acquisition became REAC Components.

2017

REAC acquires  AAT, a manufacturer of mobile, versatile and convenient stair climbing and add-on engines for the rehabilitation and transportation industry.

 

2019

REAC Group becomes part of MS Group, a group of brands providing motion solutions to the global medical technology market. MS Group currently owns three brands: REAC, AAT and Batec.  Today REAC Group has 3 entities; REAC AB, REAC Poland and REAC Components.