Overview: In 2010, Kärcher, a leading manufacturer of cleaning machines, celebrated its anniversary year with significant growth, job creation, and an increase in global market share. The company achieved over 1.5 billion euros in revenue and sold 7.3 million machines, marking the highest figures in its 75-year history.
Innovation and Product Launches: Innovation was a key growth driver, with over 150 new products launched, including the BD 50/40 RS step-on scouring vacuum cleaner, the HDS 5/11 U hot water high-pressure cleaner, and the Home Line range for domestic use.
Social Responsibility: Kärcher demonstrated its commitment to sustainable practices by supporting charitable and environmental initiatives worldwide. Notable projects included providing drinking water systems in disaster-stricken areas like Haiti, Chile, and Pakistan, and cleaning architectural monuments such as the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro.
Global Presence: Kärcher products are available in over 190 countries, with distributors in 47 countries. The company has registered over 1,100 patents since its inception.
Product Range: Kärcher offers a wide range of products for home and garden, professional, commercial, and industrial use, including pressure washers, water treatment systems, and comprehensive garden equipment.
Key Locations: Kärcher operates globally with offices in Germany, the UK, Southeast Asia, Australia, South Africa, North America, Ireland, Hong Kong, New Zealand, and the UAE.