Verified Nov 2026
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Vlotho, North Rhine-Westphalia
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Since 1948
Kannegiesser, officially Herbert Kannegiesser GmbH, manufactures industrial laundry equipment, including tunnel washers, dryers, and sorting and folding systems. The company is headquartered in Vlotho, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, and was founded in 1948. It is privately held, employs roughly 1,000 to 5,000 people, and serves industrial laundries in healthcare, hospitality, automotive, and textile services. In March 2026 it reported a topping-out ceremony for a new production hall, adding capacity for its manufacturing operations.
Kannegiesser at a glance
Revenue
$500M-1B
Est. band
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
1948
Headquarters
Vlotho, North Rhine-Westphalia
Certifications
ISO 50001
Import activity
1021
Industries
Automotive
Medical
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
1021
Named foreign suppliers
17
Top origins
Germany · Canada · China · Portugal
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Kannegiesser.
What this tells a buyer
Kannegiesser announced a partnership with Montanari in March 2026 and reported a topping-out ceremony for a new production hall the same month.
The company holds ISO 50001 certification and offers products including washer extractors, tunnel washers, monorail logistics, and folding automation systems.
Kannegiesser is a family-owned company with an estimated annual revenue band of $500 million to $1 billion and operates six factories in Germany and one in Great Britain.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
78 years in operation (founded 1948).
Holds ISO 50001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Kannegiesser, officially Herbert Kannegiesser GmbH, manufactures industrial laundry equipment, including tunnel washers, dryers, and sorting and folding systems. The company is headquartered in Vlotho, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, and was founded in 1948. It is privately held, employs roughly 1,000 to 5,000 people, and serves industrial laundries in healthcare, hospitality, automotive, and textile services. In March 2026 it reported a topping-out ceremony for a new production hall, adding capacity for its manufacturing operations.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1948 |
Headquarters | Vlotho, North Rhine-Westphalia |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | $500M-1B (estimated) |
Certifications | ISO 50001 |
What Kannegiesser makes
The company holds ISO 50001 certification and offers products including washer extractors, tunnel washers, monorail logistics, and folding automation systems.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Assembly, Emissions (source: kannegiesser.com).
Certifications
Kannegiesser is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 50001 — kannegiesser.com
Trade and customs footprint
Kannegiesser announced a partnership with Montanari in March 2026 and reported a topping-out ceremony for a new production hall the same month. US customs bill-of-lading records list 1021 inbound shipments across 17 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Germany · Canada · China · Portugal.
Latest developments
2026-03-25 — More Capacity for Innovation: Kannegiesser Celebrates Topping-Out for New Production Hall: Kannegiesser - Global (kannegiesser.com)
2026-03-25 — Kannegiesser and Montanari Join Forces: Partnership Creates New Opportunities: Kannegiesser - Global (kannegiesser.com)
2026-03-23 — Richtfest: Kannegiesser investiert in seine Zukunft im Kreis Herford | nw.de (nw.de)
2026-01-07 — Gemeinsam ins neue Jahr: Kannegiesser aus Vlotho verbindet Tradition, Innovation und Zukunftsorientierung - Wirtschaftsnachrichten OWL | Menschen Macher Märkte Wirtschaft OWL (mmm-owl.de)
2025-11-07 — 7-Millionen-Euro-Investition im Erzgebirge: Wäschemangel-Hersteller weiht neue Halle ein (freiepresse.de)
2025-10-27 — Groundbreaking ceremony for new production hall in Vlotho, Germany: Kannegiesser - Global (kannegiesser.com)
Company details
Kannegiesser is a family-owned company with an estimated annual revenue band of $500 million to $1 billion and operates six factories in Germany and one in Great Britain. Kannegiesser was founded in 1948, has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, and is headquartered in Vlotho, North Rhine-Westphalia. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 78 years in operation (founded 1948). Holds ISO 50001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Kannegiesser do?
Kannegiesser, officially Herbert Kannegiesser GmbH, manufactures industrial laundry equipment, including tunnel washers, dryers, and sorting and folding systems. The company is headquartered in Vlotho, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, and was founded in 1948. It is privately held, employs roughly 1,000 to 5,000 people, and serves industrial laundries in healthcare, hospitality, automotive, and textile services. In March 2026 it reported a topping-out ceremony for a new production hall, adding capacity for its manufacturing operations.
Where is Kannegiesser headquartered?
Kannegiesser is headquartered in Vlotho, North Rhine-Westphalia (8 Kannegiesser-Ring, Vlotho, North Rhine-Westphalia, 32602).
When was Kannegiesser founded?
Kannegiesser was founded in 1948.
How big is Kannegiesser?
Kannegiesser has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the $500M-1B range (estimated).
What certifications does Kannegiesser hold?
Kannegiesser lists ISO 50001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Kannegiesser import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 1021 inbound shipments for Kannegiesser, with top origins including Germany · Canada · China · Portugal.
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