Kärcher high-pressure cleaner

Kärcher is a world-renowned German family-owned company known for its high-pressure cleaners and floor care equipment. Founded by inventor Alfred Kärcher in 1935 in Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt, the brand achieved its international breakthrough in 1950 with the development of the first European hot-water high-pressure cleaner. This invention became the cornerstone of the company's focus on cleaning technology.

Today, Kärcher operates as a global leader in the cleaning industry, maintaining its headquarters in Winnenden, Germany. While the brand is quintessentially German, its manufacturing footprint is global to serve international markets efficiently. Production occurs at several sites including Germany, Italy, and Romania for the European market, as well as facilities in the United States, Brazil, Mexico, and China. Despite its massive growth, the company remains 100% family-owned by the Kärcher family, ensuring a long-term strategic focus on innovation and sustainability.