productRefurbished cleaning machines for sale
SCRUBBER DRYERS and other equipment will be available with the launch of Kärcher Used, from Kärcher Professional UK. The refurbished cleaning machines are backed by a Kärcher used equipment warranty.
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productKärcher UK launches first ever robot scrubber dryer
The KIRA B 50 is a fully autonomous scrubber dryer designed to tackle medium and large floor areas, this new compact cleaning robot is efficient, timesaving, easy, safe, flexible and completely autonomous when required.
articleHigh-performance sweepers
Kärcher has expanded its range of high-performance sweepers with two new models.
company_listingKarcher UK Limited
We are working on new solutions – full steam ahead. Today as we always have.
Alfred Kärcher – inventor and entrepreneur
Alfred Kärcher, like Robert Bosch, Gottlieb Daimler and Graf Zeppelin, was one of the inventors and entrepreneurs that Württemberg produced in such great number since the beginning of the industrial era. With the utmost commitment, he dedicated himself to bringing his ideas to fruition. In 1924, the then 23-year-old completed his studies at the Technical University of Stuttgart and worked first of all at his father's agency, which he developed into an engineer's office. In 1935 he founded his own company in Bad Cannstatt, Stuttgart so that he could produce and market his own products in the field of heating technology. Alfred Kärcher designed and built the "Kärcher salt bath furnace", among other products, for tempering steel and light metal in industry according to his own patent.
In 1939, the family-owned company relocated to Winnenden, where it still has its headquarters. By this time the company was also producing heating devices for aircraft engines and cabin heating systems. Following the Second World War, the company turned its attention to products for urgent, everyday use: round stoves, small cookers, handcarts and trailers for tractors.
Move into cleaning technology
Alfred Kärcher made his breakthrough into the cleaning technology industry in 1950 with the development of the first European hot water high-pressure cleaner (the DS 350 steam jet). The design of the water heater proved to be so pioneering that it still forms the basis of all burners today.
Like so many, Alfred Kärcher did not live to see the global success of his innovation. When he died on 17 September 1959 at the age of 58, his wife Irene took over the management of the company and steered its fortunes for three decades. Today their children Johannes Kärcher and Susanne Zimmermann von Siefart are in charge of the family-owned company in its second generation.
Internationalisation
In 1962, Kärcher founded its first foreign subsidiary in France, followed by Austria and Switzerland. Internationalisation continued apace. In 1975, Kärcher opened a factory in Brazil; 10 years later, the company had founded 16 sales companies in North America, Africa, Australia and elsewhere. By 2012, Kärcher was represented by subsidiaries in 57 countries and generating 85% of its sales abroad. With 40,000 customer service points in over 190 countries, Kärcher provides comprehensive support to its customers all over the world.
Growth through innovation
After a phase of diversification, Kärcher turned its attention to high-pressure cleaning in 1974. During this period, the colour of the machines was changed from blue to the now world-famous Kärcher yellow. In 1980, the company expanded its product range to cover basic cleaning requirements, initially in the areas of transport and buildings. Step by step, the range was expanded with the addition of wet and dry vacuum cleaners, sweeper vacuums and scrubber driers, vehicle washing bays, steam cleaners, cleaning agents and drinking water and wastewater treatment systems.
Among the milestones in Kärcher's history was the introduction in 1984 of the HD 555 profi, the first portable high-pressure cleaner, and the subsequent expansion into the consumer market. In 1993, this range was expanded to include indoor products and Kärcher has since added steam cleaners and vacuum cleaners for private households to its range. The RoboCleaner RC 3000 was launched in 2003 as the world's first fully automatic robotic vacuum cleaner. In 2007, Kärcher moved into the completely new sector of gardening, which includes pumps for watering, water removal and service water supply in households, as well as an extensive range of accessories.
In 1986, Kärcher launched its pioneering roller brush technology for scrubber driers in the professional range. Thanks to the development of a new rotary nozzle (dirt blaster) in 1995, the cleaning effect of the high-pressure cleaner was almost doubled. The dust intake of commercial wet and dry vacuum cleaners was continuously improved, and in 2007 the innovative TACT filter cleaning system was launched. New procedures were also developed in the course of worldwide cleaning projects: the 284 travertine columns on St Peter's Square in Rome were restored using a specially developed spray process over a total area of 25,000 m². Since 2009, Kärcher has been selling ultra-high pressure cleaners, which, at up to 2,500 bar pressure, not only clean but restore facades and strip concrete. In the same year, a multipurpose municipal sweeper was released onto the market and new target groups were gained with the launch of water dispensers.
Kärcher becomes a global market leader
Innovation has been and continues to be the most important growth factor. In 2011 alone, Kärcher launched over 100 new products. The global market leader in cleaning technology will continue to be characterised by its ingenuity, top performance and innovative problem solving.
Top performance for cleanliness and value
When it comes to quality and technology, we are the leading provider of cleaning systems, cleaning products and services for leisure, households, trade and industry worldwide. Our customers benefit enormously from using our effective, efficient and environmentally friendly cleaning products. We make a noticeable difference in the lives of our customers by providing effective, efficient solutions for everyday cleaning and watering tasks all over the world. We have highly satisfied and enthusiastic customers!
articleRotating brush cleans the corners
Improved and award-winning sweeper from Kärcher features a rotating brush for cleaning corners, among other innovations.
productClean now, pay later
Keeping warehouses and yards clear of dirt, debris, litter and leaves is vital for safe use of the facility.
productKärcher opens purpose-built UK HQ
At almost 7,500 sq m the Banbury facility has office, warehouse and conference facilities, training academy and retail space.
productKärcher opens purpose-built UK HQ
At almost 7,500 sq m the Banbury facility has office, warehouse and conference facilities, training academy and retail space.
articleDC cleaning that delivers the goods
It seems strange to think – when we are so busy optimising and automating our logistics operations with technologically advanced solutions – that when it comes to cleaning, many sites are still rather low-tech says Kärcher.
productProductive businesses don’t waste time cleaning
From gatehouse to goods in, through storage, sortation, packing and dispatch, your vehicles, machinery, goods and personnel are all exposed to accumulated dirt, dust and spills.
productTake a Clean Sweep to your operations at IMHX
From gatehouse, to goods in, through storage, sortation, packing and dispatch, your vehicles, machinery, goods and personnel are all exposed to accumulated dirt, dust and spills.
productKärcher bids to create ‘slip-free floors’
The cleaning specialist has introduced Just Add Water, an inclusive floorcare, maintenance and spillage control system.
productSweep easy with Karcher
Keeping your warehouses and yards clear of dirt, debris, litter and leaves creates a more professional environment for visitors.
productKärcher acquires Clean Sweep UK
Kärcher UK has acquired Manchester-based Clean Sweep Hire, and in doing so firmly sets the foundations to become the UK’s leading cleaning machine hire and multi-brand service provider.
newsKärcher kicks dirt into touch
Kärcher has announced it is strengthening its line-up of large-scale cleaning equipment in the UK with the debut of five brand new machines.
productPoor health & safety hits the bottom line
Kärcher is supporting businesses in the wake of recent consultation on health and safety sentencing with a new ‘Slips and Trips’ campaign.
newsKärcher launches ‘Slips and Trips’ campaign
The warehouse floor cleaning equipment manufacturer is warning businesses in the wake of recent consultation on sentencing for health and safety offences.
productOptimum cleaning & safety
Kärcher floor cleaning machines have been designed to provide a combination of maximum safety and optimum cleaning results.
newsDon’t slip up on safety
Accounting for 1.3 million lost working days annually, the HSE estimates slips and trips in the workplace cost UK employers £512 million per year.
articlePresentation and safety driving warehouse floor cleaning
Logistics operations must keep floors clean for safety and hygiene reasons, and – especially in the case of third party logistics providers – for presentation purposes, says Kärcher.
