
1983: BIRTH OF A CONCEPT
In 1983, Michel DEBEAUX, Manager of a service station in Dijon, filed a patent for the creation of the first diesel heater without electricity to meet the needs of drivers who complain about breakdown problems due to clogging of fuel filters during periods of frost. The principle of this invention resides in the operation of an integrated thermostatic heater element. Since then the product has experienced great success with many providers including Renault Trucks (Volvo Trucks).
1986: SALE OF THE PETROL STATION
Michel DEBEAUX decided to sell his service station to devote himself fully to the marketing of his products.
Ets DEBEAUX pioneers in marketing Speed controllers.
Establishments DEBEAUX are the precursors of the market of speed regulators in France with an exclusive product sales contract for Autopilot in France.