This document provides a summary of the history and operations of Alfred Kärcher GmbH & Co. KG. It discusses the company's founding in 1935 and its growth over decades to become a global leader in cleaning technology. Key points include the company expanding from high-pressure cleaners into other product lines like floor care machines and garden products. By 2014, Kärcher had over 11,000 employees, sold over 12 million units annually, and generated over 2 billion euros in sales with operations in over 60 countries. The company focuses on innovation, investing in R&D and holding over 1,500 patents related to cleaning technology.