Verified Nov 2026
Metal Fabrication
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Houston, Texas
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Since 1945
Layher is a manufacturer of scaffolding systems, temporary access solutions, protective systems, and event infrastructure, headquartered in Houston, Texas, with a German parent company founded in 1945. The company is listed with an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $50 to $100 million. It serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, construction, and industrial-equipment sectors. In 2026, the company was reported to have supported a system scaffold for the Prestwich Travel Hub regeneration project.
Layher at a glance
Revenue
$50-100M
Est. band
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
1945
Headquarters
Houston, Texas
Certifications
ISO 9001
Import activity
1375
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Construction
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
1375
Named foreign suppliers
19
Top origins
Germany · Belgium · Netherlands · Mexico
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Layher.
What this tells a buyer
Recent public reports include a September 2026 announcement that Revscaff received a seven-figure investment from Layher for a new scaffolding division.
The company's listed products include welding, steel, and assembly capabilities, and it holds ISO 9001 certification.
Layher is privately held and its revenue band is an estimate rather than a reported figure.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
81 years in operation (founded 1945).
Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Layher is a manufacturer of scaffolding systems, temporary access solutions, protective systems, and event infrastructure, headquartered in Houston, Texas, with a German parent company founded in 1945. The company is listed with an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $50 to $100 million. It serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, construction, and industrial-equipment sectors. In 2026, the company was reported to have supported a system scaffold for the Prestwich Travel Hub regeneration project.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1945 |
Headquarters | Houston, Texas |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | $50-100M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Metal Fabrication |
Certifications | ISO 9001 |
What Layher makes
The company's listed products include welding, steel, and assembly capabilities, and it holds ISO 9001 certification.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Welding, Steel, Assembly (source: layherna.com).
Certifications
Layher is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 9001 — layherna.com
Trade and customs footprint
Recent public reports include a September 2026 announcement that Revscaff received a seven-figure investment from Layher for a new scaffolding division. US customs bill-of-lading records list 1375 inbound shipments across 19 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Germany · Belgium · Netherlands · Mexico.
Latest developments
2026-10-22 — Project Complete Congratulations to Layher Australia on the successful completion of their new Western Australia facility in Perth. | Tregantle Consulting (linkedin.com)
2026-09-25 — 𝗪𝗲'𝗿𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴! 𝗟𝗮𝘆𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗔 𝗶𝘀 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲𝘂𝗽! | Layher Australia (linkedin.com)
2026-09-17 — Revscaff backs new scaffolding division with seven-figure Layher investment (scaffmag.com)
2026-04-10 — Layher Canada est maintenant officiellement en activité au | Layher Canada (linkedin.com)
2026-03-12 — Layher system scaffold supports Prestwich Travel Hub regeneration project (scaffmag.com)
2025-12-05 — Layher drives the digital transformation of scaffolding - BNamericas (bnamericas.com)
Company details
Layher is privately held and its revenue band is an estimate rather than a reported figure. Layher was founded in 1945, has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, and is headquartered in Houston, Texas. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 81 years in operation (founded 1945). Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Layher make?
Layher is a manufacturer of scaffolding systems, temporary access solutions, protective systems, and event infrastructure, headquartered in Houston, Texas, with a German parent company founded in 1945. The company is listed with an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $50 to $100 million. It serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, construction, and industrial-equipment sectors. In 2026, the company was reported to have supported a system scaffold for the Prestwich Travel Hub regeneration project.
Where is Layher headquartered?
Layher is headquartered in Houston, Texas (8225 Hansen Rd, Houston, Texas, 77075).
When was Layher founded?
Layher was founded in 1945.
How big is Layher?
Layher has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the $50-100M range (estimated).
What certifications does Layher hold?
Layher lists ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Layher import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 1375 inbound shipments for Layher, with top origins including Germany · Belgium · Netherlands · Mexico.
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