Company Story
1856 - Founding of the company by Friedrich Vorwerk as a textile manufacturer in Wuppertal, Germany
1900 - Expansion into the production of technical textiles and canvas products
1920 - Diversification into the production of conveyor belts and rubber products
1950 - Post-war reconstruction and expansion into new markets
1960 - Entry into the plastics industry with the production of PVC pipes and fittings
1980 - Acquisition of several companies, expanding the group's product portfolio
1990 - Internationalization of the company through strategic acquisitions and partnerships
2000 - Focus on sustainability and environmental responsibility, with investments in renewable energy
2010 - Expansion into new markets, including Asia and South America