Partner for precision thermoforming solutions
Kiefel develops market-leading thermoforming and welding technologies for polymers and natural fibers, combining efficiency and sustainability in industrial manufacturing.
We are a holistic systems supplier, supporting our customers from product development to series production and we deliver customized, high-precision systems.
With over 70 years of expertise and a global sales and service network, “Made by Kiefel” is a hallmark of quality, innovation and long-term partnerships. Our machines are manufactured in strategically important markets around the world to bring the highest manufacturing standards directly to our customers locally and ensure efficiency, quality and innovation everywhere.
Our management
What moves us
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Our vision
Global innovation, strong talent, sustainable progress
We drive thermoforming and welding technology forward – with smart systems, a global presence and sustainable solutions for efficient, networked and future-proof production.
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Our mission
To design innovatively, grow in partnership, be sustainable
With our integrated system solutions and a global structure, we offer efficient, modular technologies whilst remaining a leader in thermoforming and welding through partnership, innovation and expertise.
Kiefel in numbers
Years
Employees
Locations
From inspiration to efficient production
More than machines: clear processes and holistic solutions from a single source
Research phase
Understanding what you need for successful production
We don't just analyze requirements, materials and processes, we delve deeply into your production world. Because at Kiefel, every solution is based on genuine understanding: efficient, sustainable, and precisely tailored to your goals.
Proof of Concept
Making ideas tangible, realizing opportunities
In our Customer Innovation Centers, we test and optimize initial concepts together with you – practically, quickly and flexibly. This is how we create security early on and turn innovation into your competitive advantage.
Machine development
Technology that sets benchmarks
From design to manufacture, we create custom tool and machine solutions are with the highest precision and quality. Kiefel stands for machines that do more than just work, they exceed your expectations on a daily basis.
Installation & training
Start strong, grow sustainably
Our experts will support you from the very first steps: With precise installation and customized training, we optimally prepare your team for a quick, safe start of production and long-term success.
Service & optimization
Always a step ahead
Our predictive maintenance, fast support, reliable spare parts and targeted upgrades keep your Kiefel machines at peak performance. Ensuring that your production runs at peak performance today and into the future.
Our path into the future
70 years of Kiefel – new paths, new technologies, new structures
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Kiefel celebrates its 70th anniversary
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K Trade Fair 2025: First presentation of the SPEEDFORMER KTR 6.2
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Restructuring
Global impulses - new machines, new markets, new leadership
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NPE 2024 - Presentation of the KMD 90.1 Premium and sustainable solutions:
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Packaging Dialogue Day APAC 2024: the First Packaging Dialogue Day for the Asia-Pacific region was a great success
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Launch of the SPEEDFORMER KTR 6.2 machine: new tilting and cup forming machine combining energy savings with productivity and product diversity
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New management: Matt Sieverding, former CEO of the American platform company Brückner Group USA, becomes CEO of Kiefel
Global strength, award-winning technologies, new locations
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Inauguration of the new headquarters and Customer Innovation Center during the Customer Days at the Brückner Group USA
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NATUREFORMER KFT 90 Speed wins WorldStar award
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Launch of the SOLUTIONPERFORMER: Kiefel introduces a new generation of Form-Fill-Seal for medical and pharmaceutical polyolefin bags
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Gold award at the German Packaging Award 2023 for highly efficient fiber packaging technology
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Brückner Group Asia-Pacific opens new production facility in Thailand
Pioneer for sustainability at K 22, EcoVadis award and sustainability report
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At the 2022 K trade fair, Kiefel positions itself as an expert and market leader in the field of sustainability, new digital services and presents our NATUREFORMER KFT Lab, the compact solution for the production of fiber formed samples for product development
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Introduction of the modular automation concept with Kiefel Speed Automation (KSA)
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First participation in EcoVadis: Kiefel is immediately awarded a silver medal for sustainability commitment and is placed among the top 25%
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Publication of the Brückner Group's 1st Sustainability Report in October 2022
Focus on material innovation Investment in natural fiber technology and development partnerships
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Opening of the Material R&D Center and Customer Innovation Center for Packaging at our headquarters in Freilassing, for practical product development and customized, sustainable packaging solutions together with our customers.
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Further development of natural fiber technology
New chapter: Kiefel enters natural fiber thermoforming
Entry into fiber thermoforming - sustainability becomes moldable
With the launch of the NATUREFORMER series, Kiefel is taking the next step with packaging made from natural fibers that are functional, attractive, and sustainable. For our customers, this means new possibilities in product development and local, recyclable solutions with a future.
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Entry into fiber thermoforming
Growth with vision: Strategic milestones on the way to market leadership
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2016: Acquisition of Mould & Matic Solutions GmbH, later Kiefel Packaging GmbH
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2016: Acquisition of the Dutch Bosch Sprang BV and the Austrian Mould & Matic Solutions GmbH by Kiefel GmbH
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2014: Acquisition of SWA s.r.o., later KIEFEL Automotive s.r.o.
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2012: Opening of the new Technology Center and Campus in Freilassing in 2012
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2007: Kiefel becomes part of the Brückner Group in 2007 and is still one of four business units within the group.
Pioneers of thermoforming technology: Milestones of our early expansion
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1962: Production of the first thermoforming machines
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1995: Founding of Kiefel Technologies, Inc. in the USA with expansion into sales, service and manufacturing
The beginnings of a success story: Our roots in Freilassing
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Founding of Paul Kiefel GmbH in Freilassing
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Investment by the Renolit Group