Leister

About Leister

Founded in 1949, Leister has grown into a globally recognized and highly successful brand. Leister stands for premium, high-quality products with reliable performance in the areas of plastic welding and process heat, including infrared solutions. We are proud of our team of dedicated employees and the strong partnerships we've established with customers, sales partners, and suppliers across the globe​. HQ and production of Leister are located in Switzerland. We're having a local presence in over 100 countries, working with 130 sales and service partners and eight national subsidiaries that contribute to our global presence and proximity to our customers​: Leister Germany, originating from Solingen in 1949, has grown in Germany significantly since 1949. Leister Benelux began operations in Belgium in 1953 and in the Netherlands in 1963. Today, Leister's innovative and high-quality products are demonstrated, sold, and serviced across the Benelux region. Recognizing Italy's market importance early on, Leister Italy has been providing its innovative and high-quality products locally since 1958. Leister US first entered the U.S. market in 1961 and since then, has continued to grow its distribution network, bringing it closer to its customers. Japan's engagement with Leister Japan started in 1967 through a sales partnership. Today, Leister continues to broaden its presence in this major world economy. Leister China's presence in China began in 1980 with a sales partner from Hong Kong. The company expanded its footprint significantly with the establishment of its own subsidiary in 2004. India has been a significant market for Leister India since 1987. Over the years, Leister has successfully increased its market coverage throughout India, providing a wide range of products and services. As the latest addition, Leister Singapore was established to enhance market reach and customer support in the Southeast Asian region.