Kärcher high-pressure cleaners and cleaning equipment

Kärcher is a world-renowned German family-owned company specializing in cleaning technology. Founded in 1935 by Alfred Kärcher in Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt, the brand initially gained fame with Europe's first hot-water high-pressure cleaner, the DS 350, in 1950. Today, the Kärcher name is so synonymous with high-pressure cleaning that in several languages, the name is used as a verb to describe the process.

While the headquarters remain in Winnenden, Germany, the company operates a global manufacturing network. Production occurs across numerous international sites to serve local markets efficiently, including facilities in Europe, Asia, and North and South America. Despite its massive global reach, Kärcher remains an independent, family-owned enterprise governed by the descendants of Alfred Kärcher, ensuring consistent brand values and a long-term focus on innovation in the cleaning sector.