Automotive horn manufacturer · La Carolina, Jaén, Spain

Clarton Horn SAU

A Spanish manufacturer of automotive horns and components, with more than 250 million units produced since 1973 and certified plants in Spain and Mexico.

About Clarton Horn SAU

Automotive horn manufacturing

Clarton Horn SAU manufactures horns for the automotive industry. According to its website, it has produced more than 250 million units since its founding in 1973. The company describes itself as a global supplier in its segment, with a sales network focused on entering new markets.

International locations

The company has two certified facilities:

  • Spain: Avda. Juan Carlos I, no number, 23200 La Carolina, Jaén. Phone: +34 953 011 300.
  • Mexico: Avda. de la Cruz 103, Lot 2, Block X, Buena Vista neighborhood, Industrial Park, 76225 Querétaro.

Certifications and quality

Clarton Horn lists ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 14001, CCC, and certifications for Taiwan, India, Brazil, and the European Union. These certifications support its manufacturing processes and its ability to meet automotive customer requirements.

Research, development, and energy efficiency

The company has developed projects to improve production and energy efficiency, including:

  • Improving the compressed-air system with a variable-speed compressor, an investment of €81,573.83, and a €17,090.15 grant, yielding energy savings of 37.92 metric tons of oil equivalent per year. The project was co-funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and managed by IDAE.
  • A new just-in-time production system to optimize the production chain based on Lean Manufacturing principles, also with an investment of €81,573.83 and a grant of €17,090.15.

These projects reflect the company’s focus on continuous improvement and reducing energy consumption at its La Carolina facility in Jaén.

Contact

Phone: +34 953 011 300 · Email: dpo@unominda.com.

In brief

Automotive horns