Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Vaterstetten, Bayern
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Since 1838
KraussMaffei is a German manufacturer of machinery and systems for processing plastics and rubber, including injection molding, extrusion, and reaction process equipment. It is headquartered in Vaterstetten, Bavaria, and was founded in 1838. The company reports roughly 1,000 to 5,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $1 to 5 billion; it is privately held. Its customers span automotive, electric vehicles, electronics, appliances, construction, and medical sectors. In 2026 it announced a partnership with BlueAlp to accelerate plastic recycling.
KraussMaffei at a glance
Revenue
$1-5B
Est. band
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
1838
Headquarters
Vaterstetten, Bayern
Certifications
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Appliance
Construction
Medical
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
188 years in operation (founded 1838).
Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
KraussMaffei is a German manufacturer of machinery and systems for processing plastics and rubber, including injection molding, extrusion, and reaction process equipment. It is headquartered in Vaterstetten, Bavaria, and was founded in 1838. The company reports roughly 1,000 to 5,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $1 to 5 billion; it is privately held. Its customers span automotive, electric vehicles, electronics, appliances, construction, and medical sectors. In 2026 it announced a partnership with BlueAlp to accelerate plastic recycling.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1838 |
Headquarters | Vaterstetten, Bayern |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | $1-5B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 |
What KraussMaffei makes
Its product range includes injection molding, extrusion, reaction process, and additive manufacturing systems, and it holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and ISO 50001 certifications.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Extrusion, Plastic, Injection Molding, Rubber, Bearing, Assembly, Composite, LED, Interior (source: kraussmaffei.com).
Certifications
KraussMaffei is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 14001 — kraussmaffei.com
ISO 45001 — kraussmaffei.com
ISO 50001 — kraussmaffei.com
ISO 9001 — kraussmaffei.com
Latest developments
2026-09-23 — MD Elektronik: Maximum flexibility for new LSR applications with customized PX technology (kraussmaffei.com)
2026-08-31 — More Recycling. Fewer Process Steps: KraussMaffei Extrusion presents new ZSA UltraCycle at Fakuma (kraussmaffei.com)
2026-08-27 — LRXplus Twin from KraussMaffei: New multiple kinematic system for maximum efficiency in injection molding automation (kraussmaffei.com)
2026-05-06 — BlueAlp and KraussMaffei Extrusion announce partnership to accelerate plastic recycling (kraussmaffei.com)
2026-03-26 — KraussMaffei names Fini president in generational shift - Plastics News (plasticsnews.com)
2026-02-26 — Dirk Musser appointed new managing director at injection molding machine manufacturer KraussMaffei Technologies (kraussmaffei.com)
Facilities
KraussMaffei is headquartered in Vaterstetten, Bayern. Public sources also reference these locations:
Italy — kraussmaffei.com
Florence, Kentucky — ptonline.com
Germantown, Wisconsin — kraussmaffei.com
Company details
The company operates as a privately held firm with roughly 1,000 to 5,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $1 to 5 billion. KraussMaffei was founded in 1838, has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, and is headquartered in Vaterstetten, Bayern. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 188 years in operation (founded 1838). Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does KraussMaffei make?
KraussMaffei is a German manufacturer of machinery and systems for processing plastics and rubber, including injection molding, extrusion, and reaction process equipment. It is headquartered in Vaterstetten, Bavaria, and was founded in 1838. The company reports roughly 1,000 to 5,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $1 to 5 billion; it is privately held. Its customers span automotive, electric vehicles, electronics, appliances, construction, and medical sectors. In 2026 it announced a partnership with BlueAlp to accelerate plastic recycling.
Where is KraussMaffei headquartered?
KraussMaffei is headquartered in Vaterstetten, Bayern (1 Krauss-Maffei-Str, Vaterstetten, Bayern, 85599).
When was KraussMaffei founded?
KraussMaffei was founded in 1838.
How big is KraussMaffei?
KraussMaffei has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the $1-5B range (estimated).
What certifications does KraussMaffei hold?
KraussMaffei lists ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
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Location & contact
Phone
+49 89 88990
Certification
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001
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