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180

Employees

Europe-wide

34

Countries

have KARL products in use

30

million euros

Turnover 2023

89

Years of a traditional company

KARL GmbH & Co. KG

Ergonomics. Functionality. Design.

Workplace success factor
Ergonomics. Functionality.
Design.

Modern research has long recognised that a workplace is more than just a place where people work. Efficiency and safety can be sustainably increased by customising the concept and design of the places where people perform their daily work. Investments in sustainable workplaces are therefore not an end in themselves - they sustainably increase productivity and quality of performance. In this way, the workplace becomes an element of entrepreneurial success.

The realisation of industry-specific and individual workplace solutions therefore places particular demands on ergonomics, functionality and design. As a traditional family business, we not only have many years of experience in this field. We also have the flexibility that often makes the difference in practice: With around 170 employees, we have comprehensive expertise and efficient production capacity. We find solutions that turn your requirements into a market advantage.

Quality is our top priority. We process high-quality materials using state-of-the-art manufacturing processes to create solid, durable furniture. In doing so, we not only emphasise the highest standards of ergonomics and functionality. Attractive design is also important. People should feel comfortable at their workplace, because a positive working atmosphere increases motivation and identification with the company. Satisfied employees perform better and work more safely.

Place your trust in our expertise and quality, MADE IN GERMANY.

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The courage to come up with innovative ideas and the expertise to realise them is firmly rooted at KARL. For over 50 years, KARL has been manufacturing technical workstation systems and factory equipment in the "Made in Germany" category. Founded in 1935 as a craft business, KARL is now Europe's leading specialist for ESD-compatible workplace and logistics systems.

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Company history

Milestones in the KARL
success story

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2020
2005
2003
1998
1970
1950
1947
1935
2025

In diesem Jahr feiert unser Unternehmen seinen 90. Geburtstag. Im Jubiläumsjahr wird es einige Neuigkeiten und Kommunikationsanlässe geben. Die Präsentation einer neuen Produktlinie als Highlight. Dazu in naher Zukunft mehr.
Eines bleibt natürlich weiterhin oberste Priorität, unseren Kunden die bestmögliche Lösung ihrer individuellen Anforderungen zu bieten – in KARL Qualität und Funktionalität.

Timeline KARL 90 Jahre
2020
Today, KARL GmbH & Co KG is managed by the third generation. Much has changed since the company was founded, but one thing remains the same: We continue to stand with our good name for the special quality of our services, for high-quality, ESD-compatible workplace and logistics systems. Europe-wide.
2005
In 2005, we were rated "outstanding" with 96 out of a possible 100 points. A great success and the best confirmation that only quality and performance can survive in the long term.
2003
In 2003, we achieved 95 out of 100 points in the Siemens supplier assessment and were categorised as "preferred".
1998
Our customers appreciate our expertise and comprehensive service, which has been handed down over generations. In 1998, for example, we were honoured as a "preferred supplier of Siemens AG".
1970
We produced the first ESD workstation back in the 1970s.
1950
In 1950, we began with the industrial production of factory equipment, the company's current focus. This combination of expertise in the fields of electrical engineering and factory equipment gives us special know-how in the design of technical workplace systems.
1947
In 1947, the company expanded its range of services to include sheet metal and steel processing
1935
Our company can look back on over 85 years of history. Andreas KARL GmbH & Co KG was founded in 1935 by Andreas Karl and was initially a solid craftsman's business for electrical installations.